Cafe Olé

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I have been here 2 times and maybe I'm just not ordering the right things. I have gotten pastries and drinks and I fear that I'm missing something for this to be typically rated so high. The drinks are just okay and the pastries are as well! I also think the vibe of the place is so strange, there's nothing 'ole' esk at all. HOWEVER I find the service to be awesome. I believe that's what sets this place apart. Will be back for real food. read more

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Cafe Ole is a great place to stop by for a cup of coffee or fancy tea and a snack. But who knew how great their full service menu is! First truly beautiful day in a while my friend's son and I met for brunch at Cafe Ole - sitting outside and soaking up the sun. We both had the deliciously prepared American Omelet. The peppers were fresh and roasted - potatoes crispy, croissant chocolate-y. As an added bonus my friend's son is an EMT and I learned from him they give free coffee and teas to these guys for their service. Love that! Spend a relaxing afternoon here - it's a perfect local place with a varied menu very well prepared! read more

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Kyre P.

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Super adorable spot here in the city! We stopped by for a quick bite and the service was so kind and fast. We loved the decor and lively interior. Soup was also incredible!! We will definitely be back, thank you very much :)!! read more

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Stacy A.

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Pretty decent breakfast spot. The pancakes were good, the bagel was decent (didn't taste fresh baked though), and I was happy to see they offered fruit to go along with all of the heavy breakfast foods. read more

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Shana D.

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I had the Vegetable shakshuka and it was wonderful! Great variety. My husband's pastry was yummmy too.

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Hands down one of the best breakfast spots.... the service and food was 10/10.. got pesto omelette with sides labneh, harissa & hummus... so good! Do not go to Coffee House too (fishtown) where the owner is racist and the food is garbage... please bring all your business Cafe Ole where your actually getting value and business appreciation for your hard earned money!!! read more

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Tanya V.

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We loved this little coffee Such a cute spot! We absolutely loved Café Ole -- the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the service was great. I had the birria quesadilla and it was so good -- perfectly crispy and full of flavor. We also tried one of their refreshers, which was super refreshing and hit the spot. Loved the chill vibes, good music, and the friendly energy here. Definitely a place I'd come back to next time I'm in Philly! read more

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Gabriella L.

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Quick service- we got the mediterranean platter and a chicken salad platter. Both were really yummy and fresh! Very kind employee and clean shop. It was poppin! read more

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Clarissa V.

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A great place to have a shakshuka! I usually get the regular but apparently the one over hummus is another variation to try according to my man. He usually gets the Moroccan style with the green olives and chicken m. I love the olives. I need to try the tuna sandwich but I keep ending up with the shakshuka when we eat in. The Nutella puff was delicious too. And normally I get a cafe au lait or latte when I'm in the mood read more

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We really loved the food and service here. The staff was really friendly and helpful explaining the various options they've got for both food and drinks. They have a lot to choose from. The hummus veggie shakshuka was enormous and quite good. I think two people might be able to split an order, but this time we each ordered our own and walked away with leftovers. Their coffee was delicious and I really enjoyed my latte here. Lots of the other customers came in for coffee and other drinks, including some iced teas with fresh mint that looked quite nice. The restaurant has a cozy, loyal-local type vibe and is definitely worth a return visit, read more

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Rahma D.

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We came to visit Philadelphia and friend of ours recommended that we need to try the shakshuka from cafe olé. We were there about 10 people(with kids) . The gentle men behind the cashier was so welcoming . He didn't mind getting the tables close to each others so we all can fit in . Not mentioning the food was so good. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to try a Mediterranean style dish. read more

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Lovely coffee shop with a big breakfast and lunch menu! Their spiced chai latte was tasty and creamy. I also ordered a breakfast wrap which comes with egg and cheese and two additional toppings--I did peppers and spinach. It was tasty with fluffy eggs! It was very busy but we were still able to find a table and the cashiers/baristas were fantastic at managing so many people and orders in a somewhat tight space. Its clear why it's popular read more

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Greg S.

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Fast & friendly service! I got a matcha latte and a savory spinach popover, both quite nice. Chill vibe. Evidently their shakshouka is a specialty, and judging from the stolen glances at my neighbors plate, it would be worth coming back for. read more

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Van D.

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My coworker and I planned to walk the Benjamin Franklin Bridge nearby and I really had to pee so we stopped here to use the restroom. I wanted to be a good person so I made a purchase to use the restroom. The workers were are rude and rough. I don't think they care for customers. They were rude to other customers, so I'm not special at all. There's a lot of serve yourself, grab it yourself, deal with it yourself over there. They took forever to take my order, but eventually I ordered a small iced Vanilla Latte with OatMilk ($4.50 + 0.75 + 0.75). Get the lid and straw yourself over there. Not shocked. What makes it worse?? THE DRINK WAS AWFUL. Should have just peed and left. Why do I have to go and be a good person. I literally threw the drink away at the bridge entrance so I don't get stuck holding a gross drink. From the other reviews, it sounds like their food is decent, but I can only speak to my awful encounter. read more

Cafe Olé - iced vanilla latte with oatmilk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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M C.

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Variety of egg breakfasts. Plus sweets and bagels. Hot beverages served in mugs. Service is fast. Ambiance is usually packed. Plus outdoor seating. read more

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J G.

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Great food, solid service. We enjoyed the hummus. Cute casual place. We will be back for another great lunch.

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Carolyn M.

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My friend and I stumbled upon this little gem while meandering the streets of Old City the day after running the Philly Marathon. She's vegan and I'm gluten and dairy free, so stumbling across a place that meets both our dietary restrictions was incredible. Even more incredible was the delicious food. So much so that I came back three weeks later with my daughter and got the same thing. The hummus is out of this world. I just scooped it up with my GF toast and then dipped it into the yolk of the eggs. So, so good. If you aren't super hungry you could definitely share as the portion is enough for two. The dirty chai was perfect. Not too heavy on the espresso and not too sweet. Just right. My daughter was amazed by the tiny glass bottle of Diet Coke. She's a pretty picky eater but she said it was the best avocado toast she'd ever eaten.... Like it was whipped avocado. Absolute perfection. A bustling little joint so I felt pretty lucky to be able to snag seats both times we were there. read more

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Brian B.

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Super friendly service and great food at this cozy little corner cafe in Old City. We both had French Toast. One gluten free and one regular. It's served with a generous portion of mixed fresh fruit. The drip coffee was excellent- served piping hot in a very large artistic ceramic mug. I can definitely recommend Cafe Olé for breakfast. read more

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Amber M.

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What a charming spot in the old city. Bright yellow colors and friendly service made Cafe Ole a favourite of during a recent trip. The Chai lattes were incredible! I especially loved the Vanilla Chai and the Spicy Chai. The prices are extremely fair as well! Big portions of delicious food. The brie sandwich and vegetable shaksuka were sooo good. I would make this a regular spot if I lived in town. Grab a table outside and enjoy all the people watching. read more

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Phylicia H.

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I can't wait to come back here and next time try their shakshuka! Today I ordered the split pea soup which came with pita bread. It was delicious, creamy, soothing and something I would definitely order again. I also bought a matcha latte with almond milk and it hit the spot. Very well made! This place is busy! Dined inside and people constantly walking in and out to order. Great spot! read more

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Fantastic small Cafe with great hot drinks, breakfast foods, pastries. Service is excellent! Sunny decor, outside seating options. read more

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King For State Rep K.

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I have been coming here for YEARS!!!! Sorry to say this but it is extremely UNACCEPTABLE for any cafe this small to NOT have a strong Wi-Fi signal for its customers and tourists. Not acceptable after this meany years of existence at this location. I was forced to use my own Xfinity signal which was "medium" strength as well BUT didn't lose service and didn't require re-connection. Absolutely NOT acceptable. Step it up! I paid my dues to complain and write this review. This is my wife's favorite cafe and SHE's NEVER ever been here (she likes the photos I send). read more

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Kelly C.

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My partner and I came in on a Sunday morning. We ordered right away, got a table, and got our food pretty quickly. We shared the vegetable hummus shakshuka and it was the perfect amount for us. Shakshuka is sometimes too tomato forward (I know, I know) but it had really good flavor and the hummus cuts into the straight tomato flavor so I really enjoyed it. The veggies also gave it added texture and fun. Highly recommend for both shakshuka lovers and those who sometimes enjoy shakshuka! read more

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Standard Shakshuka was good but too salty. Liked the egg in it. It came with two sesame rolls and some kind of spread that went well with the shakshuka. Was not bad hours later snacking on it after it has cooled off. read more

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Leora B.

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This came as a recommendation on an article about spending one day in Philly and I'm so glad it did. I had the vegetable shakshuka and the flavor is unbelievable!! I was taken straight back to Europe with this!! Please try it!! My husband loved his goat cheese omelette and everything else was on point! I had an espresso which was also very comparable to my espresso experience in France. Excellent execution, freshness, and flavor. Food gains 5 stars. Service, ambiance, and cleanliness all gain 5 stars. The facility was clean, staff friendly and helpful but busy for sure, and regardless of the busy it was clean! Great job guys!! I hope you're around for many years to come and thank you to the owners for sharing your culture with us through your food!! It was lovely!! read more

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Maria O.

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I was in Philly only for a week, and every morning while walking pass Ole, and could not resist the delicious smells from there. I tried their coffee right away( coffee nerd), and it was lovely so I was sure food would be great too, and when A friend of mine advised me that place has good for "breakfast shakshuka" I wanted to try it right away. Loved the Shakshuka Hummus breakfast, size is great for 2 people (huge plate with 3 eggs, lots of hummus, tomatoe paste and little bun) and also enjoyed the Salsa Omlette- it had lovely Brie cheese melted inside, which is bomb is you like cheese at all!side salad also reminded me of Greek food in a way. Waffles were alright, but than again, this place is popular for breakfast things like omlettes or shukas, and waffles are for boring people ... read more

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Kevin R.

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Although this has been a mainstay in Old City for a while, the coffee is not great. The servers are friendly and the saving grace is the location with views of 3rd street. Still I would recommend just for the good vibes. read more

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Jess C.

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Service was fast and food was hot! Had a small wait for a table. Cute little corner small place. Food was delicious and green ice tea was good. Nice community board with info. read more

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Michelle T.

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Love this local goodie!. The coffee is good, the food is good, the customer service is great. The shakshuka was excellent. I've also enjoyed brunch onsite here. Simply a perfect spot for good food, fair prices, quality service and local, chill vibes read more

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Jen L.

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I ordered the baklava here and it was really disappointing. The layers tasted really stale for some reason, and not sure if it was the pastry, oil or butter, but something definitely tasted like it had gone bad. The filling was also far too sweet. I couldn't taste any of the nuttiness I look for in a baklava. Maybe I got a bad batch? On the plus side, each triangle ($3.95) was really large- definitely big enough to share. Unfortunately, neither my friend nor I wanted to finish it. Might be a good place to chill and do some work. I saw quite a few people with their laptops. Probably wouldn't be back for the food again. read more

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Heerali P.

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I came here during a quick trip to Philly and wanted something warm on a cold, rainy day. The Moroccan Shakshuka did not disappoint! The dish was so flavorful and came with fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth freshly-baked bread to eat with the sauce. I also ordered a latte to drink - delicious! The portions were definitely large enough to take home some leftovers. Service was excellent! I recommend arriving earlier in the day or during off-mealtime hours to get a seat indoors. read more

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Lisa C.

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Had a great lunch at this little place in Old City. I had a vegetarian salad that was loaded with chickpeas, cucumber, spiced potatoes, and olives. It came with a good multigrain pita. My son really enjoyed the house shakshuka. Nice outdoor seating on 3rd St. I would definitely stop in again. read more

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Sofia M.

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Shakshuka is amazing! Only place I will ever get it from! Any and all variations of it.

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Doron K.

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This is my spot. Always fresh good food and great coffe. The service is quick and friendly and if you go with a group everyone has something to eat. From gluten free to vegan vegetarian or meat eaters. read more

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I would like to give this place another try when I can take the time to dine in. We did a quick stop. It was fairly busy and people seemed eager to be there. We got two iced lattes with classic vanilla flavoring. It wasn't anything special for us. But it wasn't bad. We got the egg and cheese croissant. We did like the flavor of the sandwich and the croissant was nice and fresh. read more

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This review is a hard one to do. I'll start with all the positives: my husband and I stopped by for breakfast a day we were in the city. We were called in by the fun small coffee shop look. We both ordered lattes and they were truly one if the best lattes we both have ever had. I would definitely recommend Cafe Olé's coffee -- truly worth it. The staff was nice. The issue for us was in the food we ordered. Perhaps we just ordered the wrong things off the menu. Unfortunately the Pesto Omelette was one of the worst things I have ever tried. I don't even know how to explain it but the omelette was leaking of how wet it was, it tasted horrible. The omelette does have tomatoes inside but to me that still does not justify the taste and consistency. It felt like someone who had no idea how to make an omelette decided to try it for the first time and that came out. My husband got a stack of pancakes that were ok at best. Neither of us were able to finish our food because of how it tasted. Not to mention it was also very expensive (especially considering the quality). This definitely makes me sad because we wanted to find another wonderful breakfast place to eat in the city but this one was not it. Again, if we were walking by again we would definitely step in for their coffee. read more

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Nice cafe in Old City, good for working as they have free wifi and it is not too loud besides the lunch rush. I had an apple brie sandwich which came out toasted. The sandwich was a good blend of sweet and crunchy from the apples and cheesy from the brie. read more

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Ok this place is a gem. The food is great, reasonable priced and served with a smile. The staff is super welcoming and really works hard to fulfill your order as quickly and accurately as possible. The stuffed croissant French toast is fire!!!! Thanks ladies for such a great meal. I wish I had tried this place soon. read more

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Cherie C.

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Cafe Ole is still going strong. Coffee is good. They have traditional coffee and some silly sweet stuff like nutella lattes if you're feeling decadent. They have some very good Israeli/Middle Eastern food, like shakshuka and hummus. The breakfast sandwiches are good--I enjoyed the pressed egg-and-cheese sandwich on a croissant. Sidewalk seating is nice, and there's a comfortable, neighborhood feeling to the place. Lots of local regulars. read more

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147 N 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Old City
Directions
(215) 627-2140
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Hours

What time does Cafe Olé open?

Cafe Olé opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Cafe Olé close?

Cafe Olé closes at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Cafe Olé take credit cards?

Yes, Cafe Olé takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cafe Olé have catering options?

No, Cafe Olé does not have catering options.

Does Cafe Olé have a happy hour?

No, Cafe Olé does not have a happy hour.

Does Cafe Olé serve alcohol?

No, Cafe Olé does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Cafe Olé allow dogs?

Yes, Cafe Olé allows dogs.

Does Cafe Olé have TVs?

Yes, Cafe Olé has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cafe Olé have bike parking?

Yes, Cafe Olé has bike parking.

Does Cafe Olé have outdoor seating?

Yes, Cafe Olé has outdoor seating options.

Does Cafe Olé have parking?

Yes, Cafe Olé has parking options. Street Parking

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Does Cafe Olé have free WiFi?

Yes, Cafe Olé has free WiFi.

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0.9 mi

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When we walked in at 6:30, a graduation party was going on in the back and the main dining room was…read moreempty. "Guess we didn't need a reservation," I said to my friend. Aha! Within minutes the place was packed. Isot is a popular BYOB, and for good reason. Their food is delicious. The five of us started with a mixed meze platter which had a sampling of spreads: eggplant, garlic/yogurt, hummus (chickpea), spicy tomato & pepper salad, Slavic potato salad and of course pita bread. My husband, daughter and I shared the mixed plate for two, which was plenty for the three of us. We ate beef kabobs, Chicken Adana (my favorite), chicken thighs, Turkish meatballs and lamb kabobs. Served with the most flavorful salad, sautéed vegetables and rice, the mixed plate is a great option if you haven't zeroed in on something specific. No corkage fee, helpful and pleasant staff, casual unhurried vibe .... I love this place!

I wish I had more time to spend here to experience the food…read more I had a quick stop have some snacks even though i had lunch earlier! I must say Chef Fatih Kekec provided all his skills on presentation on the dishes we had. Although they did not have any Cig Kofte, wish to have it next time. Abugannush was sperb, pacanga boregi was expected as crispy and delicious! Manti, my favorite, little dumplings with ground meat, yogurt sauce and butter pepper mint on the top! Yummm!! I wish this business a huge success! Will definitely come back again

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Zahav

4.5(3.6k reviews)

0.5 mi•Society Hill

•$$$$

Best Thing I Ever Ate: Hummus, Lamb Shoulder…read more This was my second visit to Zahav while visiting Philadelphia. I'm glad I had visited before because I knew the importance of pacing myself. I knew I could only enjoy a little knibble of each of the delicious salads that were initial placed on the table. I think I ate all the twice-cooked eggplant. It was so good! The hummus is honestly the best I've ever had, and the laffa bread is such a yummy accompaniment. I had to stop myself from eating too much! I tried the Phyllo-wrapped Haloumi. It was ok, but I liked my dad's Freekeh Arancini better. The Pomegranate Lamb Shoulder is the reason I had to pace myself. This is also one of my favorite lamb dishes that I've ever had. The greens are a nice accomaniment. I didn't care for the crispy rice, and it was the only thing I didn't like. I got the Pecan Konafe for dessert and it was like an exotic pecan pie. Love this! The honey ice cream was so refreshing after a big meal. I left very happy.

I cannot think of a single way Zahav could have been a better culinary experience. I came to know…read moreabout this restaurant through Eater's "Mise En Place" video series on YouTube and was struck by the care and contemplation put into each dish. The second I knew I was visiting Philly, I set a reminder on my phone to vie for a reservation. We got a 9:30pm reservation, which was late for my usual dining habits but absolutely no question worth the extra few hours to build up and appetite and anticipate going to such a renowned restaurant. We were met with a beautiful dining room and kind, passionate people at Zahav, especially our bartenders, who made our experience a true EVENT, describing each dish to us even as we were making decisions on the tasting menu, and vouching for the fact that we MUST try the halloumi, which ended up being my favorite dish! Wow, the care that is put into the craft of this food is unreal. Zahav is a true celebration of cuisine. We started with the laffa bread being served straight out of the fire with accompaniments which were absolute flavor bombs, especially the eggplant and pickled cabbage. The bread was warm, soft, and so flavorful in itself but made even better by the hummus-tehina, which was perhaps the smoothest I've ever had. The Pomegranate Lamb Shoulder fell right off the bone, and the Amba-braised Greens and Crispy Persian Rice were side dishes that felt like main events in themselves -- the crispiness of the rice perfectly complemented the pomegranate sauce of the lamb. This was the perfect celebration dinner, and Zahav quickly made it to the top of my list of places that live up to their hype and go above and beyond in the kindness realm.

0.9 mi•South Street District, Society Hill

The bar area

Crispy Persian rice

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Lemonana Classic: Jim Beam Black, Mint, Lemon, Verbena

Lale Mediterranean Grill & Sports Bar

4.7(19 reviews)

Ramiz Turkish Grill offers an exceptional dining experience with outstanding service and generously…read moresized portions. Each dish is not only flavorful but crafted with care, ensuring a satisfying meal. The average price for an entrée is around $25, which reflects the quality and quantity of the food served. For those seeking a memorable meal with excellent service, Ramiz Turkish Grill is well worth the visit. Also, there is an outlet by every table which is nice because you can charge your cellphone while eating.

Probably some of the best service I've received at a restaurant! The owner checked in a few times…read moreand showed us his joint business of a hookah lounge upstairs. We also learned about Ramiz's history and how it's a chain. This location is the first one established in the US. We received complimentary mix appetizer plate of dips and tea! Karişik Soğuk Meze / Mix Appetizer Plate- Hummus, baba ghanoush, labneh, and spicy vegetable dip THE SPICY VEGETABLE DIP IS INCREDIBLE! MUST TRY! Turkish meatballs - insanely moist and delicious! Would highly recommend! Chicken Adana wrap - could have used more meat in it and the fries were lacking salt but that's easily fixable! Sütlaç -the oven baked pudding was good The table cloth on the tables kept moving which was a bit frustrating, not sure what other restaurants do to hold it down. Menu has so many options, something for everyone. Bringing your family or a big friend group is a good idea!

Front Door

Calves Liver

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Shepard Salad / Coban Salata

Laser Wolf

4.5(578 reviews)

1.3 mi

We went to Laser Wolf for dinner over the weekend; we had reservations but were running late due to…read moretraffic; texted them and they were very nice to extend the reservation. Once we got there, we were seated immediately; the restaurant was pretty full at the time. They have kind of semi fixed menu with Hummus w/Fresh Pita and desert included; you just pick the entry from the grill. For the pita/hummus, you get a plate of fresh pita and a large varieties of small plates for dipping, all of them unique and delicious. For the grill items, we picked chicken, Whole Dorade and Shawarma-spiced Cauliflower. The chicken is grilled well and tasty; the fish is very fresh and the cauliflower well spiced. For desert, we all had Brown Sugar-Vanilla Soft Serve | Strawberry Apricot Sauce, Pistachios, and Rice Pearls; another great entry. Over all, we liked all the entries; the service is also very nice. There is a 20% service charge in lieu of tips and it's well deserved.

10/10 experience! I went for my birthday and had a chef experience. Where do I begin, I was greeted…read morenicely, pulled my chair out, and the lady gathered my belongings to hang up. The server, I could tell, truly loved his job. He was personable, knew everything there is to know about the menu. Gave suggestions and actually had a conversation w/ us w/in reason. He made it seem like we were the only ones he was serving that night. We even received an "on the house" a glass a wine to pair with our meal. I felt the birthday energy and love. The folks next to me even were chatting us up. The food is delicious! Taken right from the grill to our table. Chicken appetizer is fireeeeee! The chicken shishik and Romanian beef kebab hit the spot. I was thinking the portion size could be some what bigger but I was surprisingly full after I was done the dessert. Also the brown sugar vanilla taste better (Personal preference) than the tehina soft serve. Presentation and politeness was met. Overall great experience.

1.1 mi•Avenue of the Arts South, Rittenhouse Square

Photo taken on November 26, 2023

Salatim

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Brown sugar-vanilla soft serve and cantaloupe sorbet

Estia

4.1(952 reviews)

My family has been eating here after the Sunday ballet and it's always fabulous!…read more We had dinner again in the Wine Room. We used to have Mila as our server. Sunday we had Ellis. He was just as amazing as Mila! He was so accommodating and friendly. My food was a little delayed and he more than made up for it! Food, as always, was delicious. We always start with the Estia chips. I tried the grilled shrimp and WOW! So good. The soft shell crab was a big hit too. And my lamb was so good. The Meli cocktail was amazing. My new fav! Thanks again and we can't wait til next time with Ellis!

We had an excellent birthday meal at this restaurant on Wednesday night for the six of us…read more My favorites were the - crab cakes - Chilean seabass - zuchini chips - Greek salad with fresh potato's - lamb chops - branzino - duo tartare Portion are fairly big so we over ordered a bit as the server kept recommending two orders of everything. That was a bit stressful for me as the host of this surprise party. I hate wasting food and we wasted food. He also pushed two desserts on me on top of the free dessert he offered for free. Thankfully I cancelled them in time. The free dessert was just okay. Nice touch for photos but we barely touched it. Overall would be back. Just know that the service is a bit pushy on ordering more than you need

1.3 mi•Rittenhouse Square

One of the main dining room

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Almyra

4.3(204 reviews)

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I had the opportunity to visit Greece for the first time a few years ago, and while I always liked…read moreGreek/Mediterranean food, the trip 'heightened my senses', and I now seek out the food I enjoyed so much during my visit. Almyra - I happened to walk by it a few weeks ago, I didn't know it was there. I thought, 'looks very nice, I'll have to try it'. The restaurant, which features 'modern Greek' is part of the Estia Group, which includes 7 restaurants - 3 of which are in Philly (Estia and Pietro's are the other two). I went for dinner this evening on a Wednesday, and there was a good crowd - the restaurant is quite large, and it's decorated beautifully. I started with three of the Spreads - Smoked Eggplant, Beet, and Hummus. It was wonderful trying these 3 - I spread them on the pita and crispy rice crackers - and tried them separately - spoonful by spoonful, to really taste the differences. The Edamame Hummus has a unique flavor and texture with tahini and garlic. The Beet features roasted beets blended with labneh and garlic and topped with pistachio and feta. The Smoked Eggplant with peppers and balsamic rounds out the 3 with a deep, smoky flavor and a soft, smooth texture. I always look for 'classic' Spanakopita these days, but rarely find it. The dish at Almyra was labeled 'Spanakopita Manti' - I asked my server, what that was. She said it was a favorite of hers, a fried 'flower shaped' pastry filled with blended spinach and feta, served with tzatziki and leeks. I ordered them and they were heavenly - lightly battered, crispy fried 'flowers', with a creamy spinach center, that tasted exactly like spanakopita should. I dipped every bite in the creamy tzatziki and thoroughly enjoyed the appetizer! While pork is the most popular meat in Greece, lamb is a dish served on special occasions and holidays. I 'discovered' lamb in Greece, as I hadn't ordered it that often when I would go out to eat....specifically the lamb chop. Almyra has a great lamb chop! It's seared on the grill - and I do mean seared - the deep char definitely adds to the flavor. The 3 large chops are Australian lamb, herb marinated for days highlighting the flavor of the meat. They are seasoned with sea salt, cracked pepper and olive oil for a tender finish. I like my meat pink inside - not red or rare. Cooking lamb chops medium to medium well is no small feat, yet the meat was cooked exactly the way I liked. They were tender and very juicy. These chops may have been some of the thickest I've had - and I made the 'mistake' of trying to eat them with a fork and knife. Wrong! If you order chops, you 'MUST PICK THEM UP' and eat them! What a difference!! The meat just came right off the bone and it enhanced both the texture and flavor! I'm not sure why eating them off the bone was so different, but I can't emphasize it enough - and, it's a lot more fun! Part of the treat when you order ribs are the 'layered potato fries' you get with them! These aren't your ordinary fries, in fact, they're really not fries - they are little potato masterpieces! The fries are prepared by thinly slicing potatoes and layering them to create a multi layered texture that rocks! They are truly a savory, rich side dish to the lamb chops! After such an epic dinner, I had to order dessert, and the Olive Oil cake immediately caught my eye. It was a two layered cake with a creamy custard like center and a citrus orange topping. It was light and moist, accompanied by a scoop of vanilla gelato resting on a bed of ground pistachio nuts! It was delicious and a wonderful ending to a great meal!

We went for a happy hour. Server was great and food was honestly well executed minus the…read morespanikopita which though inventive tasted like bad spinach artichoke wantons. Why 1 star? Fine to have a dress code. Fine to enforce it. Not fine to not have staff communicate. We were at a family happy hour and my wife choses to wear a head covering for religious reasons. They asked her politely to remove and she explained. All good. They then came back three times and several times pointed at our table. The last time the bouncer scoffed when we explained. Not cool.