Came on Valentine's Day and was escorted upstairs into a small section where all couples were sat - a bit crowded and overwhelming with the loud music on top of the conversations. Was excited to try the Manti, after seeing it in all the reviews - very small dumplings with a meaty filling that is paired with a tangy yogurt sauce. But the real star was the Filet Mignon Steak Kebab - the pieces at the bottom of the kebab were more cooked but still tender, but the top pieces were perfectly cooked medium well. We got complimentary Dubai chocolates at the end of our dinner which was a nice touch. BYOB with no corkage fee! read more

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It's been about two years since we last came to apricot stone and learned that they had relocated and had made some minor adjustments to the menu from which we were fond of Tonight's experience was OK not really exciting as I recall in the past; I will note the increase in prices. The meal for two was $66 now $100. Yet when we were all set and done, our bill was just over $100. I probably should've listened to my wife and order that instead. We started off with the Manti dumplings and broth, unfortunately, they were overcooked, dry and some had burnt skin. but when we pointed it out, the server didn't see anything wrong with it, maybe that's common for them, but that's not how we normally experience Manti at other restaurants Next, I had the chard octopus it wasn't charred. It's a nearly room temperature plate. I love octopus so for me it worked, but it wasn't what maybe I recalled. Then we shared a lamb kebab plate and added a chicken Shawarma skewer, lamb was tough, overcooked. Overall the meal missed delivering that wow factor. No more for us. Many other places to try. read more

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If you haven't been to Apricot Stone in Northern Liberties yet... you are seriously missing out Hands down the best Armenian food in Philly. Ara, the owner, is the friendliest guy ever, and his mom -- who's been a professional chef since 1991 -- is also in the kitchen. They've been running Apricot Stone for about nine and a half years now, and it truly feels like a family-run gem. My bestie and I went for their $100 Date Night Menu (BYOB & such a good deal), and honestly it felt like we were back at Armenian sleepaway camp. The flavors were so authentic. Just like something our grandmothers would have made and every bite brought back memories. The spread was incredible: apps, entrees, sides... everything was to die for and the portions were so generous. A few of my go-to favorites are the manti, shrimp saganaki, and lamajun. All perfectly made. For the $100 dinner for 2, we got the dip trio (our faves: red pepper feta, tabouleh & lebni), stuffed grape leaves, cheese boreg, spanakopita, and falafel. For mains, the dinner also comes with an entree-sized salad; we chose the Fattoush salad (so fun, it comes with a little mallet to crack the pita shell!) plus the lamb skewer and luleh skewer, both cooked to perfection. And of course, dessert was the cherry on top: their decadent house-made Dubai chocolate (to die for). I also highly recommend my absolute favorite, the Khataif. They're also open for lunch and have a private party space upstairs. Apricot Stone is one of those rare restaurants that feels like home while also being one of the most delicious meals you'll ever have in the city. Can't recommend it enough! read more

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I've been to the original location about 2 years ago and just recently went to their newer location and wow what an upgrade. Our server was incredibly knowledgeable and helped guided my 2 other friends and I through the menu. We ended up doing one of their specials where we get an assortment of items from the jump and we got more than enough food for us to split. All of their dips are incredibly fresh, their desserts were nuts. read more

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The food was decent but fell short of expectations. The chicken and kebab were underwhelming -- nothing particularly memorable. Service was a mixed bag: the staff were quick to bring out dishes, but lacked attention to detail when we made specific requests, though to be fair they were quite busy that evening. We visited as a group of six-- our family of four along with two friends. For a restaurant billing itself as Armenian cuisine, it didn't quite feel authentic to the tradition. The ambiance, however, was a highlight -- the interior is nicely designed and has a warm setup. Just be prepared for the surrounding area, as parking can be a bit of a hassle. read more

Was able to stop in here and had an excellent meal. There are two floors here and outside seating, with the upstairs having an open deck too. Hostess will seat you and bring water, and it is also BYOB. Menu had many middle eastern options with dips / sides and entrees. The platters come with choice of two dips for pita so you can try them with your meal. Muhammara was very tasty - good paprika taste and a little sweet with walnuts. Hummus also creamy and tasty. The buttered rice they serve is also so tender and savory. Chicken shawarma also juicy and spiced perfectly. Portion plate is huge so it's a lot of food for dinner. Great spot thanks. read more

Apricot Stone - Chicken Shawarma Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

An old favorite that never lets me down. I've been dozens of times for takeout, and have always been pleased. The new location is great, and a bit easier to find street parking. read more

Visited this place with people from work and it was amazing! My boss placed the reservation, which we had to switch dates and they were super nice about it. We came in and had a table on the upper floor which was nice as it felt super private. Since we had a larger group we did a pre-fixed menu where we each selected our entrees but all the rest just came as a part of the menu. The food was DELICIOUS. Everything I tried was very yummy. I had lots of favorites but what I liked the most was the cheese spanakopita and the dips. Would gladly visit again with friends. read more

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Great somewhat of a hole in the wall Mediterranean restaurant. Food is solid. We sat at their outdoor seating, which is pet-friendly and great for a small group. Indoor has a quaint sitting space and great for a date. I had their kebab platter and it was delicious. They also have family dinners you can get if you prefer a bunch of food. This place is BYOB so remember to bring your booze. Service was OK; great server who was super nice, but didn't check on us enough and there were couple of times we were wondering where she was. There should be parking around and not a huge issue. read more

Apricot Stone - Mediterranean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Excellent quality of food, helpful and knowledgeable service, stunning atmosphere and overall high value for the price. BYOB is very convenient as there is a wine store a few blocks away on girard. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Food is great but service is a bit slow, probably because the place literally has only 5 tables and one waitress.

Apricot Stone has a cozy vibe and is a good place for some local Armenian! Our waiter was new but he's been to the restaurant a ton of times and gave great recommendations. The kebab and schwarma platters were delicious and their bread was my girlfriend's favorite part! She still brings it up often when thinking of Mediterranean to eat. read more

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Great place with true Armenian food - if you like Middle Eastern food you'll love Armenian dishes. Friendly service, hearty portions, great value for money! read more

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Absolutely love it here! I'm Armenian so this is comfort food at its finest! My family enjoyed it and I can't wait to go back! Sign up for their texts and you could win a free kabob or a % off for your next dinner! read more

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We had a great meal on Saturday evening. Everything fresh and tasty and service was good. Lamb and chicken kebabs were delicious, green salad was simple and fresh, baklava was great and so was the fried ice cream. Only complaint was the noise level - not sure if much can be done about that. read more

My friends and I came here for a little girls night. (We love a good BYOB). It's also always fun to get a few things to share as apps which is exactly what we did. My favorite was the spanikopita. But the trio of dips was a close second! I am not in philly often, but would love to come back. read more

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What an amazing experience! Services was excellent, food? Incredible! So SO fresh and well done! Very authentic REAL food! Loved this place and definitely coming back! read more

Apricot Stone - 4 Piece Stuffed Grape Leaves. Vegan, Gluten Free - Mediterranean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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For some great middle eastern North African Mediterranean food- not AS price hiked inflation as everywhere else and for a really great meal. Cute lil date place if you want to sit on the patio. They have it heated and enclosed in winter or just stay inside the restaurant walls itself too. I remember people used to say that the owners grandma or mom cooked or created the menu and oversaw everything. That was a long time ago. But the food since I remember going is still good quality bi enjoyed it very much. My Moroccan man was very content with the whole meal. Although some prices were pricier than it could have been but eh I wanted to explore the menu and we were hungry. I loved the desserts. Tried em all and took some home read more

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Order everything, it's all amazing. But be sure to have the manti and finish with the khataif. read more

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My son and his partner took me here for dinner last night. The food was just AMAZING. We got a full course with kebabs included. EVERYTHING was delicious. The dips. The appetizer. The salad. We had lamb, shawarma and Luleh. It was all so darned good. Baklava was excellent. Atmosphere was lovely. We were on the second level. Service was excellent. Will be a repeat customer for sure. read more

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Pretty decent restaurant in the north of Philly with a BYOB option. The dips were very fresh and the lentil burger side is a must to try at Apricot stone. The salad was pretty meh but the falafel is a must try. The service was very prompt and the waiter's suggestions were pretty good. PS: Parking at this place is very difficult so please ensure that you have a booked spot before you drive here! read more

Apricot Stone - Dips Dip Trio - Mediterranean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This is a lovely restaurant with great food and good service. The owner is a doll! Had the lamb shish with rice pilaf, hummus and a greek salad. Will definitely be back read more

Apricot Stone - Mediterranean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A great way to celebrate Friendsgiving with delicious food. The place is small and quaint, it has an indoor and heated outdoor seatings. This place is BYOB so that's definitely a plus. Their plates are small and shareable. Love the prices since all of them are reasonable. My friends and i truly loved all of the food we ordered! Except, the chips. We preferred eating the side dishes with a warm naan bread. Our server was kind and the food came on the slower end imo, but we don't mind waiting for great food! Will def be back. read more

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My friends were visiting out of town and wanted to take them to try Mediterranean food. We ended up picking this place so we can try all the different mezzes. We got: 2 x Trio Dips (Hummus, babaganoush, jajukh, imam bayaldi, Israeli salad, and beet salad) Manti Lamb kebab Luleh kebab Baklava Khataif Gatnabur Everything was delicious!! I loved all the mezze we got. The one thing I didn't like was the texture of their complimentary pita. It felt a bit dry and stale. Out of all the mezzes the baked eggplant (imam bayaldi) and beet salad were my favorite. The kebabs were good but nothing spectacular. I have yet to find a place in Philly that cooks very juicy and tender kebabs. We got all 3 desserts and they were all good. The one that stood out the most was the Gatnabur - Armenian rice pudding with blossom water. It was very freshening and cleanses your palate. The texture is very unique from all the rice pudding I've had in the past. I would love to come back again once they switch up their menu! I did see they change their menu based on the old yelp reviews and photos I've seen. Also another pro - this place is BYOB!! Definitely try to make a reservation if you're coming for dinner since they do have limited seating. read more

The food here is just outrageously good. The dips are fresh and flavorful and the kebabs (especially the luleh) are spiced perfectly, charred perfectly and the meat is so tender. Also, don't sleep on ordering dessert: I think the dubai chocolates are arguably the best bite in Philadelphia i've had in forever. Plus, if you need an event space, the upstairs is well lit, beautiful and perfect for a 20-30 person event. They did a fantastic job for me with my wife's birthday (~25 people). Can't recommend it enough! read more

The total package here deserves more credit than words allow. The chef understands unusual flavor harmony. Every team member assists effectively, and every meal offers freshness and flavor. Personnel demonstrated remarkable hospitality. I'm ready to book another visit. read more

I ordered a couple of chicken sandwiches and dip trio for takeout at lunchtime. Everything was fresh and tasty except the pita, which was quite stiff. The restaurant is very cute and cozy, I'd love to try the dine-in experience soon. read more

Finally went to try this place after several friends recommended it. Reservations were easy to get, we were outdoors in a well heated patio setting. Service was super friendly. Parking situation was very hard. Mostly street parking that we saw and not much available. Uber/Lyft or carpool if you can. Now on to the food! I love Mediterranean food and was excited to try this place. My favorite entree was the manti. The skewers were ok, lamb was gamey and beef was dry. The sides we got were good. Falafel was also ok. The desserts I really liked though. The Khaitaif was sweeter than the baklava and I would have probably really enjoyed it with a strong coffee. Some fellow yelpers recommended going with a larger group so that more dishes could be shared. With just 2 of us for dinner, it was hard so would try with a larger group next time. read more

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I had never heard of this restaurant before. My friend mentioned it so we made reservations for a Friday night. The day before they announced that Northern Liberties restaurant week was starting the next day-the Friday we had reservations for! Found parking a few blocks away so that was good! We were seating at the middle table of the indoor dining area. It was a tight squeeze as it's not a big room. Lives that they had small lamps on the tables! Just the right amount of light to see the menu without someone turning their flashlight on on their phone! We both decided to go with the restaurant week menu. Out of the tons of food I got to try (and I do not remember all of the names of things) I wasn't crazy about the falafel or the grape leaves. But it's ok because everything else was great! read more

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Every feature adds value to the experience. The restaurant atmosphere calms you down. Dishes deliver on flavor, service meets needs, and quality stands out. The person serving us struck a perfect balance. I'm grateful for the service. And the atmosphere. read more

The restaurant differed from my assumptions. Their team treats customers with care. The bill will seem reasonable. The waiters and food have never disappointed. Your money is properly used here. read more

I'm not a huge fan of Mediterranean food but WOW this place blew my mind. I had the lamb kebab platter and the lamb was incredible, truly melted in your mouth. I had the baklava ice cream sundae for dessert and it was incredible. Service was great, I'm already thinking about going back! read more

Went to a tasting menu with wine pairing. Didn't know what to expect but was BLOWN AWAY with EVERYTHING. I have eaten in Michelin starred restaurants (just last month at Le Bernadin and Gramercy Tavern and belong to a roving tasting club so it's takes a lot to impress me) and this meal was not only worth every penny but I took home food since their portions a HUGE. If you go you need to order the kebab - both the chicken and filet migno were moist and tender. Also the fillo pie is great. You csn't miss with anything on the menu. read more

AMAZING SHAWARMA! Great service and great vibes. I definitely recommend. Everything we had was amazing and BYOB is great.

As other reviewers mentioned, the takeout is very different from the in-person experience. Definitely go in-person unless you want to drop around $35+ per entrée with super small portions. The rice also tasted like boxed instant rice. read more

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Great place to enjoy middle eastern Mediterranean treats. Went for a birthday dinner and had a great time. Ordered a huge variety of things so I can't name them all but the lamb dishes were great and desserts were delicious read more

Fabulous food and service. A couple of new (for me) selections and I love that. My first visit and I'll plan to be back when I return to PA.

In celebrating my recent work promotion and Fat Tuesday, we went the non traditional route to celebrate. I've been craving Mediterranean food and saw the great ratings of Apricot Stone so we decided to order a feast to accompany our celebratory beverages. As I understand this is a BYOB so it would have been a great location to dine in and celebrate as well. I ordered the chicken Shawarma that came with rice pilaf, pita, and 2 dip options (I selected Lebni & Jajukh). I thought my dish was good, the rice and chicken were average but what stood out to me the most were the dips. They were delicious! I also had a taste of two other dips and 4/4 were great! All in all a good meal but looking forward to dining in to have the experience others rave about. read more

Apricot Stone - Mediterranean Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

First visit to Apricot Stone. Always on the lookout for a good BYOB. I love the food, the ambience and the service. I definitely will return read more

I've only dined with Apricot Stone two or three times, however, each occasion was noteworthy and highly enjoyable. My most recent trip for a psuedo-birthday dinner for myself with a handful of friends. We sampled nearly every item on the menu. I loved the Tabouleh and the Falafel. While we enjoyed the Manti, I was expecting just a bit more. Portions, quality, and prices are nicely aligned for all the menu items. The staff is very friendly. And don't forget, they are BYOB! Final Pro Tip: Visit this place with at least a party of four to fully sample, share, and explore the menu! read more

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