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I love, love, love this restaurant! These are the best tapas I have ever had and the service absolutely exceptional. I plan to come here on a regular basis ! I highly recommend coming to this res when you are in Philly!
78/100 Amada is certainly a good date night restaurant with its polished interior, small bites, and intimate lighting. However I found it to be unsuitable to dining with a large group due to it being very loud and crowded. I'd recommend the tasting set if you want to be full when you leave without breaking the bank. --- I dined at Amada on Friday night with a party of 8. Typical of a Friday night in Philly, Amada was packed. It was incredibly loud, which meant you couldn't hear anyone past those seated directly next to you. Our server, Alexander, was excellent. Since the whole restaurant was fully seated, service was a little slow (2 hours for our meal-not tasting menu), but his attitude and friendliness were exceptional. The tapas (small bites) are meant to be shared, meaning it will come out at different times if you all order individually. The staff plated nuts separately so that we could still share while being mindful of our party's dietary restriction. We ordered numerous tapas try for the table: (1) chorizo Bilbao, (2) piquillos (crab-stuffed peppers), (3) tortilla española (Spanish omelette), (4) espãrragos blancos (asparagus), (5) pimientos de padrõn (shishito peppers), (6) setas (mushrooms), (7) torreznos (crispy pork belly), and (8) chicken skewers. Overall, everything came out smaller than we expected for the price. (Not too upset since it's a $$$/$$$$ restaurant.) The flavor of every dish was tasty, if not all a bit salty. The standouts for us were the: (2) piquillos, (3) tortilla española, and (8) chicken skewers. I really enjoyed the crab filling of the piquillos, the balance of flavors in the tortilla, and the juiciness of the chicken. In the end, we racked up quite a bill and were still hungry afterwards. Personally, Amada is out my price range, but everything was quite flavorful. For others, I would recommend dining at Amada with smaller parties (6 or less) to accommodate the loud ambiance. Amada is definitely better suited for a romantic date spot or small gathering. For better value, the tasting set may make more sense.
I did a tour around Philly and decided to pop in here for happy hour and I was pleasantly surprised by how good everything was. The atmosphere is dimly lit and romantic, as I was eating alone I sat at the bar. There were plenty of seating available so that was a plus for me Service was quick and attentive Garlic shrimp: 4/5, loved it! I love the garlic flavor of shrimp which was cooked to perfection. Chicken skewers: 4/5, loved! The chicken was moist and packed with flavor. I enjoyed my meal here and my overall experience
How do I rate this place, first I'll say the atmosphere is great, it had a warm and welcoming feeling. For tapas we had the salmon, croquetas de Jamon, and Pinchos de pollo, the Pinchos were very good, croquetas were not so good, and salmon was just ok. For drinks we had the white sangria (don't order it, this is just cheap wine with a few pieces of fruit in it), the Mojito (awesome), the old fashioned (really well made). Finally for the main dish we decided on the paella Valenciana. Really bad decision, it was one of the worst paella's I've ever had, actually no, it was the worse paella I've ever had. They earn gold on "worse paella". If you've ever had Spanish or Portuguese food and you enjoyed it, this place isn't for you. If you've never had it, don't try this place because this shouldn't be your point of reference as to what Iberian food should taste like. I know, I didn't mention service, it was okay. Overall, and this is hard for me, because I really wanted to like this place, this place gets a 3 for food, a 6 for drinks and some appetizers.
Tasty food for what we got! For the price point, I wish the portions were bigger. The ambiance of the place was amazing, it's a nice place to grab a drink. We do wish the service was better. We didn't get our waiter to come by until an hour after getting seated and by the time we placed our food orders, it was last call for food, so we couldn't order more despite wanting more food.
I was excited to visit Amara for restaurant week! Having multiple courses and being at a tapas place allowed us to try a full range of the menu! It was a prefix menu, but there were options for everyone! Some of our favorites were the Brussels and manchego. Things we would not order again- short rib which sadly lacked flavor and the octopus was delicious but there was barley a half of a tentacle on the plate. Didn't have a wide selection of wine by the glass. They definitely promote buying by the bottle. Service was good but I wish we got new plates for each course!
Went to Amada for restaurant week and unfortunately didn't have a very good experience. For starters our waiter had an extremely unpleasant attitude and was rushing us from the moment we sat down. She removed plates from our table while we were in the middle of eating. The calamari was their best item. Chorizo was inedible and tortilla española was extremely salty. The salmon was great until a couple bites in we discover a long blonde hair in the middle of the dish (mind you none of us have long blonde hair lol). We pointed this out to our server who did not apologize. The only thing she said was "want another?" We said no as we felt quite nauseous thinking about the hair and she just took the dish and walked away. They continued to bring the rest of the dishes we ordered but at this point you can't enjoy the meal when all you're thinking about is the long hair you just found in your food. Still no acknowledgment or apology from the waiter. When she brought the check out she said she removed the salmon which is the only reason Im giving 2 stars. We thanked her and left. It's not about the price it's about the principle. We were very disappointed with the service and the lack of a response right when we discovered the hair. An appropriate response would be "We sincerely apologize for this and we will let our chef / manager know" Wouldn't recommend. Servers are not very professional and quality of food is low.
Remember the time you went to The Melting pot just to have chocolate fondue and cocktails? Wait... that was me. This place reminds me of that. Go for the amazing cocktails- all of them - especially the ones with Sherry or Vermouth. And the desserts- all 3 of them. Pairing the quince Crusta with the paprika-sugar rim and the Arroz con leche with crispy puffed rice on top was chef's kiss. If you have to have proper sustenance first, get the stuffed dates: Dátiles--Medjool dates stuffed with ground almonds, wrapped in bacon, and served over a warm bleu cheese fondue. Maybe 2 orders. Perfect for date night or a weeknight indulgence. Thank me later!
The flavor, presentation, and quality of all the dishes we had were fantastic. I was most impressed with the asparagus and salmon with the amount of flavor they had. Our waitress was so sweet and patient - really kind staff. The ambiance was moody, warm, and elevated. I would come back for a special occasion!
Such good food and ambiance. I just came back from Barcelona in January and this took me back a bit. Our drinks were potent. Food came out quick and with lots of flavor. Everything was delicious. I wanted to try everything after having a few things. Staff were nice and inviting. I surely want to return.
long time amada goer here. recently they added and changed a few things so I thought i'd give some input. as usual the service, and ambience was impeccable. I am vegetarian, so here are my thoughts on the new items. Ensalade Verde: is the absolute best salad in the city. in the country even. absolute must get. it's big, however me and my sister still refuse to split it. definitely shareable though if you're not as greedy. Patatas Bravas: slightly different iteration than their past one. I think it's actually better. you get more potato's, more sauce, and the sauce just tastes slightly better but who knows. always ordered when we go Brussels Catalana: technically there is blue cheese in this, however, I am a certified blue cheese hater and I had no idea. so don't be turned off by that. first time having this dish and it was solid. good portion, well coated, right texture. will get again Pimientos De Pardon: shishito peppers were good, decent amount of them. I think everyone had three and we had 4 people. wouldn't get again just because there are other things more worth it but still great. Unknown Cauliflower dish: i'm not seeing it on the menu, so maybe it was just removed, but it was essentially a cauliflower gratin dish. I wouldn't get again. it was good, but lacked salt and was basically just a cauliflower in some heavy cream with a tiny amount of bread crumbs. Valenciana Paella: this has meat in it obviously, but I did eat around the pieces. if you're vegetarian and don't mind your food touching the meat, it's very easy to pick around. all the meat pieces are medium sized. This was very good, the rice was amazing, the watercress was so good. presentation was great. worth the time and money especially if you eat meat Ganache de Chocolate: pretty good. honestly interested in trying the rice pudding next. or just ordering another patatas bravas for dessert. shareable between two people. Passion fruit mocktail: MUST GET for all non drinkers! expensive? yes. worth it? yes. taste is great and it's also a nice thing to have if you're with others who drink and don't want to be left out. it's set up just like an alcoholic drink would be.
Amada is Chef Garces' iconic first restaurant. When searching for a romantic dinner location during our weekend away in Philadelphia, we searched no further than Amada. Entering the rustic industrial space one is immediately nestled in a warm and sexy ambiance. This tapas style restaurant offers a plethora of delicious bites expertly prepared and complemented by vast wine and cocktail selections . We chose The Estrella and Pain & Glory cocktails to start. The Estrella is a vodka based drink mixed with St. Germain, lemon, blueberry and finished with club soda. The P&G is a habanero tequila based drink blended with agave, lime and fresh apples. Both were a wonderful pairing with our tapas selections. We began with Gambas al Ajillo and the Bruselas Catalana. The shrimp were plump, perfectly cooked and steeped in a rich and flavorful garlic sauce that offered a slight hint of smoky heat. The Brussels were like none I have ever tried and probably the best I've ever had, and I am a frequent Brussels eater! They are enveloped in a Valdeon fondue then sprinkled with pine nuts and tart green apple. A marriage of flavors absolutely made in heaven! Last we culminated our meal with the Entrecote, a thinly sliced Wagyu Skirt Steak served with a bright and herbaceous chimichurri and a petite Salmon filet served with a Saffron Vinaigrette. The steak was beautifully marbled and the preparation highlighted the natural rich flavor of the meat. The salmon skin was seared to perfection and the filet was moist, juicy and seasoned to perfection. Overall, Amada is a MUST when in the Philly area. Chef Garces' first concept is truly first rate!! You will not be disappointed!!
Made a reservation for 4:30 as soon as they opened. They have a good amount of seating and a cute bar area that was filled up for happy hour. The food was amazing! Server was really nice and welcoming and gave great suggestions! Our favorite things we ordered were the empanadas, croquettes, and short rib by far! The drinks were also on point! Great spot and recommend going!
2 years ago
Incredible. I truly loved EVERY THING I put in my mouth here. And with about six dishes that is quite impressive. The ambiance is very date like and our server was extremely friendly and accommodating. I cannot wait to go back to try even more dishes. The majority of our dishes were vegetarian as well, since my companion does not eat meat. And still I was blooown away. The drinks were also light and tasty, so there's really no area to go wrong here. read more
7 months ago
TLDR: Excellent tapas experience. Perfect for a group of 4+ who are looking to sample a wide range of foods! Come for the paella and various seafood tapas. Vibe: 5/5. Located on the outskirts of Chinatown and right off I95, Amada has a convenient location for those not looking to go deep into Center City for dinner. We were attending a concert at the nearby Seaport Museum before dinner, which was conveniently walking distance from the restaurant. Inside, Amada is broken up into 2 large dining areas. One being the bar area, which has several high top tables as well as bar seats and the main dining room which has a dozen or more low top tables. My party of 4 had no problems comfortably sitting at our high top, however it looks as if the restaurant can accommodate larger groups if necessary. Decor is fitting for the restaurant, with ambient lighting and dark colors used throughout both dining areas. During our 7pm Friday dinner, the entire restaurant was booked solid, buzzing with energy from both the date night and after work crowds. Overall, a very inviting restaurant that can be suitable for numerous occasions. Service: 5/5. Amada was very accommodating during our dinner service. We were running bout 15 minutes late to our reservation, however Amada was able to hold our table for us, so we were seated immediately. Our server was quick to greet us at our table and explained the menu in its entirety since we were first timers. In addition, he was very transparent with certain dishes and their prep time, ie. the paella, which takes 40 minutes from the time ordered to prepare, so if you want to go that route it is suggested to place the order upon arrival. Drink orders were taken and served promptly. We opted for the tapas to come out as they were ready vs all at once, which ended up being the right move. Pacing was spot on, with a fresh tapa being brought to the table almost after we finished the previous. All in all, a wonderfully run service that compliments the food 100%. Food: 5/5. My dinner party of 4 thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered at Amada. We opted to order around a half a dozen tapas as well as the traditional house paella. With some tapas only having 2-3 servings, we had to order doubles to make sure the whole table was able to sample. Tapa highlights included the caviar scallops, garlic shrimp and their unique take on patatas bravas. Every dish came out perfectly prepared, hot and decent portion size for a tapa style dish. The grand finale table shared paella did not disappoint. Served on a full sized cast iron paella pan to the table, the rice was perfectly cooked and seasoned with generous portions of chicken and seafood. It was truly the best way to end an already fantastic meal. For a table of 4, the amount of food we ordered was the perfect amount for all of us to leave happy and satisfied. If you ever find yourself in the Chinatown or Riverwalk area in the mood for some Spanish food, Amada is the perfect place to scratch that itch! read more
We stopped in for brunch one sunday and were seated promptly. The drinks were great and the food was so flavorful no salt was needed. I really enjoyed the sauces that came with breakfast and on the fries. No one had one complaint! The inside is dark but very neat looking. There was small dogs at some other tables so they may be dog friendly?? That was interesting but I don't mind! read more
We were excited to check out Amada for a date night - Friday Night reservation at 7 pm. Not the restaurant's fault, but be warned that parking around this time is miserable. The atmosphere was buzzing and the restaurant was packed. We had a high-top seat next to the bar. This was restaurant week so the menu was a little different and we did the 3-course meal for $45 a person. Kinda wish they had more fish options. We started with four first courses between the two of us. First came the olivas which were plentiful and juicy olives but holy moly were they vinegary. We didn't finish these despite being olive fans - wouldn't recommend them. The Manchego cheese was good (though only 2 slices of the actual cheese) and the TRUFFLE HONEY was as you can imagine - delicious. The patatas bravas were outstanding... when you got fully cooked ones. The first one I bit into was an underbaked potato - not quite as satisfying. The cooked ones were one of my favorite appetizers. The Gambas Al Ajillo (shrimp) was plenty good. One silly gripe I had was that the shrimp and potatoes each had odd numbers of morsels so it made "who gets the last piece" awkward especially for tapas that are meant to be shared. For our second course, the Pollo came out about 30 minutes before everything else. It wasn't hot when it reached our table, but the flavors were delicious and the chicken was tender. 30 minutes later the Lentejas came out. I was expecting more lamb, but I think I maybe misunderstood the description. This was good, piping hot, and great flavors, and very much a fancy lentil soup. The flatbread "Coca de Alcachofas y Setas" was my wife's favorite dish - good taste and temperature. Can't go wrong with truffles! The Arroz Temporado was fine, could have been warmer, again love truffles. For dessert, if you're debating Chocolate cream puff vs Arroz Con Leche, the arroz is the way to go. The chocolate was dry, but the rice pudding was super yummy. All in all, we had high expectations but were let down in a lot of ways, especially for the price. read more
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Amada was everything i was hoping it would be. Both the food and service were exceptional! The restaurant is warm and inviting. Each and every bite was perfect. Gia had some great recommendations and was just a sweetheart. We are looking forward to returning! read more
3 years ago
Amada was a fun time with a group. It was alright for brunch but I think the dinner portions are better options. The croquetas were phenomenal, as were the bacon wrapped dates. But the price tags on these little plates were just a little bit high for what you get at the end of the day. I got the breakfast hash which was decent. I'm not sure I agree with their choice to mandoline the potatoes, it would be better off chopped and roasted but hey that's my preference. Service was okay but drinks took a while to came out but when the drinks did come out they were worth the wait. It'd be fun on date night for sure but overall I was a bit underwhelmed for the price tag. read more
2 years ago
I've been in Philadelphia for so long, but this is my first time eating Amada. I ordered a glass of red and white Sangria, which is good as a small drink. Paella Mariscos's signature Spanish seafood rice tastes really good. There are shrimp, clams, small squid tentacles and fish, and the rice is made with squid ink. It's better than the seafood rice at Barcelona winebar. Spanish Octopus This tapas is super delicious. The octopus skin is fried crispy but the meat is chewy. When eating, dip it in the mashed potato sauce at the bottom, which is so satisfying. Garlic Shrimp is plump and juicy, and it is fresh! Bread slices dipped in olive oil and garlic sauce are indeed a good dish to go with wine. Calamari squid + squid ink combination This is quite standard. I recommend octopus! Wagyu Skirt Steak I like this one! The roasting temperature is just right, very tender, and you can taste the fragrance of butter. The green sauce should be made of fennel. Ham & Fig Salad I personally feel that there is too much balsamic, a bit sour, and I don't seem to taste the fig? Maybe it was mixed with the chopped nuts. Shortrib Flatbread This is delicious! Those who are afraid of not eating enough should order this, it is like a thin pizza. A combination of bacon jam + beef cubes. Chicken Brochette The chicken skewers recommended by the waiter are quite average. I feel that they are not flavorful enough. They are delicious only when dipped in the sauce similar to spicy mayo. In general, the portion is small, which is more suitable for drinking and chatting. If you want to eat enough, I am afraid that two people will have to order more tapas. The above is what the two of us ate, about 120 per person The environment and service attitude are attentive read more
My rating is reflected upon how well the staff handled the situation. My husband and I are huge foodies and I've attended culinary school. We had high expectations for a restaurant by an Iron Chef. We ordered the tasting menu, which has certain expectations. It was very different from what we expected. We are not their average clientele. The food is good and elevated for the normal person. We are not normal people. The service was amazing! They were very attentive and the atmosphere is very warm and inviting. The drinks were fabulous. I had the sangria which was spiced and not sweet and a chili tequila drink. For food we had the tasting menu each. Progressive tasting menus should be light to heavy and follow a certain pattern. The items on the menu didn't reflect what a normal tasting menu should be. The items were very heavy and had execution issues such as, very oily green beans, soggy scallops, and steak that had no acidic salsa verde. Many of the sauces were broken and oily. The traditional tapas were elevated than the normal tapas, but consideration should be into the types of dishes and ingredients. Also brightening things up with citrus and vinegar. For the average person, it's amazing. I should have dug deeper into reviews from food critics. If you are looking for traditional tapas and nice cocktails, this would be your spot. If you are a foodie like us, I would reconsider. read more
1 year ago
I love tapas, so I was very excited to try Amada! The experience did not disappoint. We did not have a reservation but were able to snag a few seats at the bar early Saturday evening. The entrecôte (skirt steak) and Cordero (lamp chomps) were both cooked to perfection, tender, and delicious! The patatas bravas are a little different than other tapas places but still very good. read more
5 years ago
What a Spanish gem in Old City! Everyone was super attentive and kind. Also, great spot for brunch! The Bloody Mary was nice and spicy. We had the Tortilla Española (potato with eggs) which had three little sausages off to the side and a fantastic dipping sauce. For our mains, the French toast was a smaller portion but such a unique/fun preparation. The saffron rice bowl with lamb meatballs (you can swap out your protein) was a very generous portion with multiple sauces you mixed together. All the flavors...amazing! Can't wait to come back. read more
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3 years ago
We went around lunch time on a Sunday and easily got a table. The staff was very friendly and informative. We did tapas including the Spanish cheeses, bacon wrapped dates, croquettes, bread basket, and the flash fried peppers. Everything was delicious and it was just the right amount for the four of us. Nice interior. read more
Hard to ever write a terrible review for any Spanish tapas restaurants. Even harder to write a bad one for Amanda. The atmosphere is what you'd expect. Lively, loud, and dim. The food is deliciously seasoned. Some like the paella and potatoes might be a bit heavy handy in salt. Half a chicken is such a simple dish but probably my favorite. Seasoned and cooked so perfectly. Salads are great. Green salad specifically. Wagyu steak. I don't know why restaurants keep labeling their steak as wagyu. It's not. It's just skirt steak. Don't expect true wagyu. Paprika potatoes were not good. Incredibly salty. Paella had good flavor but very salty. Wish it had clams. Still, a great spot to go. read more
1 year ago
I was super excited to try this place because who doesn't love tapas but overall it was just ok. Food: We got 4 tapas: Pulpo (octopus): 4/5, a bit salty but nice and tender with a potato crema Lamb turnover: 3/5, we actually ordered the meatballs but they gave us this instead. Pastry was flaky and I'm not too much a fan of lamb Calamar: 2/5, way too salty and overdone Lentils with sweet potato: 1/5, reminded me of a sweet potato casserole but mushier We also got their special paella w lobster: 3/5 The rice itself was actually really plain. With seafood, it was better but the prawns were unbelievably salty. The bread w spicy mayo was just gross and we ended up throwing it away. Service: 2/5, our waiter was really nice but they forgot 2 of our tapas (came out after the paella) and mixed up the lamb meatballs we ordered w the turnover. They comped the lentils which was nice. Overall: 2/5, for almost 100/person, I was a disappointed. About an hour after dinner, I was chugging water because everything was so salty. Not sure if amada was just having an off day but I won't be returning read more
1 year ago
Romantic Spanish tapas style restaurant. Came here for my surprise birthday dinner and everything on the menu was so exciting. They also have a set course menu (chef's selection of tapas) but because I forgot my lactase pill we didn't get it. Most of the dishes in the chef selection have some form of dairy but the waitress was friendly and asked the chef for none-dairy substitutes and was able to accommodate if needed (Amazing customer service!). It's a three course meal with each course consisting of 3 tapas, so 9 dishes total. We decided against it since we wanted for pick our own first time here but definitely want to come back another day for the chefs' selection!! We got the ham arugula salad, octopus, short rib flat bread pizza, and garlic shrimp. Everything was delicious - I'm bias but octopus was my favorite dish! Four tapas was enough for two people. Highly suggesting getting a fresh dish like the salad to even out the rich flavors of the other tapas dishes. For birthdays they brought out complimentary mini chocolate cream puffs at the end and they were delicious! We need to look into their desserts menu next time we're here! This place is perfect for a date night or a fun night with friends. Book your next reservation here and have some fun! read more
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2 years ago
Came in for brunch after a beautiful walk in Old City. We were seated right away and we went with their brunch tasting menu called "Por la familia" it's a family style brunch. Such a. good deal and most of the food was delicious! We started with a cheese plate (this was not part of the brunch tasting, I ordered it separately). Cheese plate and pairings were perfect. The lavender honey made the plate. The bread basket is also delicious and not simple rolls, they all have flavor. My favorite was a cornbread style bread that had a slight sweetness to it. Tortilla Española was a surprise delight of flavors. The bacon is cooked in a sauce that enhances the flavor. The croquettes were delicious and the sauce makes them soo much better than other places! They are in my top 5 but not number 1 and that's solely due to my preference in the ratio of cheese to meat. I felt these had a bit too much cheese to ham ratio. My only minor complaint was the sangria pancakes. These didn't have enough taste to remind me of a sweet sangria. It was lacking and I couldn't tell sangria was meant to be the main flavor of these. The space is warm and comforting and a great place overall. I'd like to come again and try more on their menu. read more
10 months ago
2 years ago
Great spot for tapas...intimate setting, but make a reservation as it gets booked! We sat at the bar and got excellent service. Garlic shrimp was so good! read more
11 months ago
We visited Amada for Happy Hour and were really glad we did! The food was amazing, as was the service. We ordered the croquetas, empanadas, cojonudo, pan de pato, asparagus, piquillos, and (multiple glasses of) white sangria (it was so good!) We loved everything, but the pan de pato, empanadas, piquillos, and the asparagus blew us away. We can't wait to return! read more
1 year ago
You know a place is authentic and delicious when someone says during the meal, "yeah in America we would never have that". The ambiance of this place truly transports you and the service is impeccable. The sangria did not disappoint and my dessert was YUM (chocolate mousse, with a dark chocolate wafer on top, topped with powdered olive oil). A true culinary experience! read more
3 years ago
- excellent service; they are constantly checking in on you with high EQ and fully aware of the situation - great cocktail with a ton of liquor inside, 4 large ice cubes, and more - soda $3.50 - pricey, but good - the burger was fully cooked through for being a smashed one, but when asking for light cheese, it literally comes with no cheese - fries for the burger comes with an interesting sauce on it; wasn't my cup of tea since it was a bit sweet - the kitchen ran out of ketchup (!! none for the fries) - tortilla took 15 minutes to cook; they warned us that something was wrong, so they gave us free chorizos! - poached egg was not poached; it was fully cooked Overall, good spot with excellent service. There was a big miss on the timing of the tortilla (15 minutes), no ketchup at all for the fries, and the poached egg being a hard boiled egg, but the service made up for it. They were fully aware of the kitchen mishaps. Hope to return with improvements! read more
3 years ago
I had the most incredible experience at Amada a few weeks ago - it was crowded and a busy Friday night during the holidays, and one of the servers caught another customer who was attempting to pickpocket me! Missy, the floor manager, and the rest of her team were incredibly on top of it and by FAR overcompensated for the experience by comping our meal and drinks. Not only did the entire staff step up to protect me (& my wallet) as a customer, but they really went above and beyond to make sure that I felt safe and comfortable to stay and enjoy my meal. I hope Missy sees this and shares this with her team and waitress and the bartender who jumped to attention when the incident happened! Seriously, you guys are the best....can't wait to come back for more tapas and cocktails. read more
3 years ago
Absolutely incredible first experience! Amada has been on my bookmarked list for awhile and was so worth the wait. Our group of three started with the Charcuterie, which was fantastic. The lavender honey was so good. We then moved to a few shared Tapas of Datiles (the dates were ridiculously good), patatas bravas (yum!), and coca de alcachofas (flatbread). We added in some vieiras (scallops), pollo, and setas. The combination of flavors and dishes all perfectly prepared and beautifully presented made for such a great experience. Bring your friends and try a bit of everything. The service was as good as the food. I can't wait to return. read more
solid restaurant for restaurant week! 4 entrees and dessert for $45 per person! service and ambiance were amazing. friendly waitress who made sure we were always taken care of. my favorites were the garlic shrimp, potatoes and mushroom flatbread! for drinks highly recommend the strawberry summertime gin cocktail! everything comes out fast and staggered - we were there for almost hours! will definitely be back! read more
This is a great place, now with both indoor and outdoor seatings. First of all, I'm so glad I made reservations. It seems that during pandemic, this place is by reservation only. We came on a Sunday, and arrived 30 minutes earlier. Told to wait until they send out text about available seats... but at that time, they already have lots of seats empty... anyway, we waited and got the text about 15 mins later. The food was well designed, each like an art work. We choose the weekend prizes fixed brunch, and chose the crab Benedict and duck confit as two entrees, and two cocktails. Overall, the tapas are really good. The brunch offered lots of potato dishes. There are two sides: bacon, and potato rosti (patty hash brown). The bacon was great, but the potato was way too salty... they must double or even triple the salt on that...The entrees were just okay... The Benedict does not taste any crab-y... The duck confit also has the salty potato rosti, with the duct meat being salty as well... the two cocktails are surprisingly good: Tie me up tie me down was more like a lemonade, and my favorite is the rose gold, with a strong flavor of passion fruit. Overall, the dining experience was nice. We had a great time there. read more
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217 Chestnut St
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