This recently opened restaurant has totally exceeded my expectations. Under the guidance of…read moreMichelin chef Laurent Tourandel, it has successfully delivered its mission for an exceptional food and hospitality. Quoting from their website, their philosophy is to create an experience that feels both refined and welcoming. They totally nailed this. From the reception when I checked in until the end of the dinner, the customer service was impeccable. The restaurant has a very nice and upscale ambiance. A hint of firewood smell creates a relaxing and homey feel. The hostess is very friendly and welcoming with nice smiles. We were seated near the bar. The bartenders dress up with pink blazers. Melissa, our waitress, is very personable, engaging, yet courteous. She's very knowledgeable of the menu. She perfectly describes the specials. I appreciate that she provides the prices for the specials. She really pays attention to detail and attentive. She immediately removes my fork that falls in my plate. The Parker House Rolls is made to order. Melissa recommends to order it right away. I started with Rose sangria. It's a good opening drink as it is refreshing with finely chopped fruit in it. Not very sweet. Pulpo alla Gallega: I enjoyed this dish so much when I was in Spain. So it's no brainer that I picked this as my appetizer. The sliced octopus are neatly put on top of sliced potatoes. The octopus is tender and not chewy, the potatoes melt like butter. Amazing. Duck: my husband ordered this and it blows my mind. Perfectly cooked as medium rare served with cherries that really compliment the duck. Beautiful plating. Chopped salad: big portion. It's shareable. When I raised my concern about the recent outbreak from lettuce, Melissa assured me that the salad is safe. The dressing is not over drenched and it has a nice bit of oregano. Halibut: perfectly seared and cooked. Served on top of micro-diced vegetables. The star of the dish is the shrimp mousse inside the squash blossom. Phenomenal. Dessert: caramel popcorn sundae. Because it's my birthday, they put a small candle. There are three big scoops of caramel ice cream with some whipped cream, gold flakes, and shaved chocolate. The server drizzles the melted chocolate on top. It was an epic dessert. The ice cream and the chocolate fudge aren't very sweet so the caramelized pop corn stand up with its sweetness. We got drink special: coquito-inspired cocktail with coconut foam and grated nutmeg on top. So good. The manager helps to clear the table even cleans a little smudge on the table. He's very friendly and personable. There was a group party across from our table and he came over to great them. Overall, I had a memorable birthday dinner. I will definitely come back for brunch.

We almost skipped Terra Grill because of some negative reviews, and I'm so glad we didn't. We had a…read more6:30pm Saturday reservation but arrived early to enjoy a cocktail at the bar. After checking in, we chose to wait and head to the bar instead of being seated right away, and that decision paid off. Melissa greeted us with a big smile and thoughtfully asked what I typically enjoy drinking before offering suggestions. That alone felt more personal than the usual "What can I get you?" She made me a lemon drop martini that was fantastic, and we enjoyed chatting with her before heading to our booth. Dustin was our server and couldn't have been better. He let us dine at our own pace, made a few helpful menu recommendations, and gave us space to truly enjoy the evening. Since we're not big eaters, we shared the Parker House rolls, peppered calamari, and grilled branzino. Everything was absolutely delicious and beautifully prepared. We were tempted by the salads but honestly had no room. The parsnip purée and spinach with the branzino were standout sides...so good we wished for more. No dessert for us, but we did enjoy a few cocktails and wine with dinner. As wine enthusiasts, we found the list a bit overpriced, but that was our only minor critique. Otherwise, we loved both the food and the atmosphere. Please don't let the negative reviews stop you from trying this place. New restaurants often need time to work out the kinks, and Terra Grill is clearly heading in the right direction. We'll definitely be back.

Really loved my dinner experience at Mish Mish. The restaurant is beautiful and very modern. I was…read morereally impressed by their dishes, especially the raw yellowtail with peaches, which is an interesting combo I hadn't had before. The charred broccoli was also a standout -- it had a great smoky flavor with good acid. Service was great and our waitress was knowledgeable about allergies on the menu. The servings felt small but honestly left very full after sharing four plates (one protein) between two people.

This place was amazing. Not even sure what cuisine it is but every bite was masterful…read more The starters of pickled items was so good. Never had pickled apples or purple cabbage but it had the perfect amount of pickling and paired so well with the tahini. Fried string cheese was the world's best elevated mozzarella stick. Like a funnel cake with cheese and pepper. Curried carrots, sea bream, maitaki mushrooms all delicious. Only dish that did not wow me was the apple pie but only because I am not a fan of fruit desserts. A beautiful warm, cozy, intimate ambiance as well with an open kitchen and rotating seasonal menu.

Little Water is a true delight from the moment you walk into the space. No detail is overlooked, it…read morefeels upscale without a single whiff of stuffiness. The staff are friendly, attentive, and incredibly reassuring when it comes to managing allergies. I dined here twice during my trip home this week, and both meals absolutely blew my socks off. Standout Celiac-Safe Dishes: * Hamachi collar (Wow.) * The Caesar-like salad * Maratelli rice * The Raw Bar, which I had the fortune of enjoying almost in its entirety (see photo!) I haven't been imbibing lately, but the Golden Hour NA drink left me wanting for absolutely nothing. Truly one of the best meals of my life, and easily the best in recent memory.

Cozy spot with top tier, attentive service. My niece & I enjoyed the melon d'oro spritz cocktails…read morewith oysters, the star of the show for us -- tartine, and fried snapper. We want to come back for brunch next time!

Vernick Food & Drink delivered one of those memorable meals where nearly every course felt…read morethoughtful, beautifully executed, and genuinely exciting. The menu is creative and ingredient-driven, yet the flavors stay focused rather than fussy. The small plates set a very high bar. The king salmon was exceptional--beautifully prepared, rich but balanced, and a perfect opening bite. The Bayonne ham and corn butter on bread was another highlight: salty, silky ham over crisp, rich bread with sweet corn butter. It sounds simple, but the execution was spot-on. The Wagyu Denver steak with soy-sherry maitake jus was a true standout. Tender, deeply savory, and had amazing flavor without losing the character of the beef. The maitake mushrooms and jus made every bite feel special. The seared black sea bass was also very good, with a great sear and delicate texture. The dish leaned slightly tart for my taste, but it was still balanced enough to enjoy and clearly well made. Dessert and coffee were equally strong. The brûléed chocolate tart with buttermilk ice cream was excellent--dark chocolate, and a cool contrast from the rich flavorful ice cream. The espresso, served with a crisp fennel biscotti, was a perfect finish. We also tried Margaret's Southern pudding with banana jam. It was comforting and nicely textured, though I wished the banana came through a little more strongly. Still, it was a solid dessert. Warm, polished service, beautiful presentation, and a menu full of dishes worth returning for. Vernick absolutely earns its reputation.

Our best sit down meal in Philly…read more Food: 5. Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4.5 Cost to worth it rating: 3 Opentableable: no but resy Return worthiness: yes! Eve award: best foie toast Highlights: - Foie toast: smooth and rich terrine slices w jam was out of this world. Bread was perfect combo of crunchy and soft as a base. 5 stars - Crab pasta: super fresh flat string pasta with crab chucks and crunchy pollen for texture but the magic was in the sauce so complex and delicious. 5 stars - Pork chop: cooked perfectly with a tasty Korean glaze. 5 stars - Blueberry pie: crusty and lovely blueberries. 4.5 stars - Roast chicken: juicy version. 4.25 stars - Chocolate flan: rich almost coffee like flavor 4.5 stars - Ian: fun and helpful waiter. He was great. 5 stars! - Atmosphere: maze of different dining rooms. We ended upstairs with the wine - Wine: fine selections and got a surprising glass of Austrian red wine I enjoyed the waiter recommends. Midlights: - Fish was pretty plain but tender. 3 stars - Eggplant toast the spicy harissa didn't work for me but others liked it. 3 stars - Couldn't do pork chop plain without the glaze for my picky teen Lowlights - Out of the bottle of wine we wanted was excited to see on the menu. And the substitution the lady said was from the same region but was not--not even the same state.

Every single thing we ordered was amazing... and our server Jess only elevated the experience more…read more She gave great recommendations and was so attentive throughout our time. I got the Moroccan shrimp which was AMAZING, but everyone at my table was happy with their food. Will 100% be coming back... and can't wait until I do.

The entire experience led by my Bartender Jesse was exceptional. 10/10 service!!…read more Came for happy hour but ended up staying for a full meal and was pleasantly surprised by everything that I was recommended to me by Jesse via the catch of the day deal. $40 for an app, entree and dessert was an amazing deal. Everything was fresh and filling, I left happy as a clam!

I've been coming here sporadically, over the past 6 years, and am repeatedly pleased with my…read moreexperience. The food is delicious - yes, all vegan, but very well seasoned. Texture is also well executed. Cocktails were good, though it's generally the food that steals the shows. Host staff was great, and waiting staff was alright. The ambiance is really the winner with a great vibe for a date or just a fun girls' night.

Vegan tapas?! I didn't miss the meat at all…read more Our favorites were the croquettes, Korean tofu, and empanadas. So so delicious! Drinks are really where it's at. Our server recommended the red light district - so so good. Our server was so wonderful! She was super patient with us and didn't ever rush. The restaurant is quite dark and moody with mostly candle light (even the restroom). I can see why this is great for date night!

I've been eyeing Percy Diner for quite some time and I was happy that I had the chance to pop in on…read morea random Tuesday afternoon. Let's just say, this place did not disappoint. The diner is beautifully decorated and I loved the vibe. Our waiter greeted us and asked what we would like to drink. I ordered Bellini. My partner ordered a Bloody Mary. We wanted to try the deviled eggs, so we ordered those as well. Drinks took a bit and so did the deviled eggs, but the wait was worth it. We loved the deviled eggs. There were 3 per order, so I met my partner have the last one (I'm a strategist). For entrees, we went with the Philly Grand Slam (2 eggs your way, bacon or sausage, toast, and breakfast potatoes). I opted to add the ricotta pancake for an extra $8. We chatted until our entrees arrived. I must admit, everything was absolutely DELICIOUS!!! The breakfast potatoes were some of the best I ever had. They were crunchy, spicy and savory. I was soooo happy I got the ricotta pancake. It was fluffy, sweet and perfectly cooked. I didn't share it bc I gave up the last deviled egg. Haha. If you couldn't tell, we loved our Percy Diner experience and can't wait to return to try more food.

Food and ambiance were great but service was AWFUL and slow even for drinks and we sat at the bar…read more I had heard rave reviews about the food which i will agree with was great, but the service is definitely in need of work. Also found interesting they were having a wedding in there later that day and renting out the entire restaurant, wouldn't have thought it was the place for that but understand it for the ambiance.

Kite & Key continues to be a high recommend, 5-star bar for me. Their food is excellent and they…read moreoften have high quality specials. Their location is amazing, especially for a post-race drink. Their customer service has always been great and continues to excel. I love how they take care of their community and welcome different groups be it a football (soccer) club, a football (NFL) cheer squad, or a random Wednesday run group! If you're hear for brunch, I enjoy their bloody mary and breakfast sandwich!

We came here for a quick meal and drinks! It had some good vibes and we were on the touch tunes all…read morenight! Our waiter was amazing and gave us some good drink recommendations!!