I recently went to Philadelphia for a wedding and we stayed at the Hilton at Penn's Landing. After…read morean early morning flight and not eating, I decided to come down to the hotel restaurant for lunch. I ordered the avocado and crab salad to eat and a blood orange margarita to drink. The salad was okay. A heaping serving of crab, with half an avocado on top and served on a bed of lettuce. So not the most complex of flavors, but it was fine. The margarita was a tad on the sweet side for me. The service was excellent. My server was friendly and attentive. He gave me a few recommendations for how to spend my time in Philly and was prompt with taking my order as well as bringing out the food (but given my description of my salad above, I would expect it to be easy prep and quick to come out). The ambiance was very nice. The hostess sat me at a window seat right next to the water. The view was gorgeous and a perfect solo lunch where I got to read my book and await for the wedding festivities. If I didn't stay at the hotel, I probably would not have gone out of my way to eat here, but it's a good option to have for vibes and drinks.

The place is beautiful. The food is awful. Obviously prepared (or canned, or frozen) somewhere else…read moreand heated up on site. Service was fine. The mouse running around was adorable but probably not up to code.

Delicious Italian food with excellent service and a nice environment which has elements of both…read moreold-school Italian establishments with some nice modern touches. I had the grouper special with crabmeat and it was extremely tasty and a nice portion. The grilled calamari appetizer was also terrific. My partner enjoyed her arancini and her fettuccini pomoodoro. A most enjoyable repast!

This is an excellent red-sauce Italian restaurant…read more We stopped in for an early dinner. We were greeted with some very good bread and butter. It came with a complimentary side of roasted veggies. I appreciated the gesture, but the veggies were a bit on the bland side. My wife ordered a mushroom pappardelle that was remarkable. It was creamy but not too heavy and had a rich, earthy mushroom flavor in every bite. I had the shrimp fra diavolo. It was good but not quite as good as the pappardelle. It was a very nice portion and the shrimp were well cooked. I would have appreciated just a bit more kick in the sauce, but I'd certainly eat this again. The only disappointment was the chicken cutlet and fries that my daughter ordered off the kids menu. The cutlet was small, dry, and flavorless. At $15 it was pretty pricy for the kids meal. Service was great and the ambiance was very pleasant. I'm sure it's a great place to have a meal when it is bustling. Had it been a few bucks cheaper, this would have been five stars.

Very quiet inside - played the same 5 songs on repeat. Pretty pricey. It's a seafood place but just…read moresmells FISHY and it's not the normal smell of a seafood restaurant. Service was slow. We never got another round of beverages because she only came back to give us the check. Won't be back.

This is my second visit and it did not disappoint. Excellent service, delicious food, yummy…read morecocktails, and clean. This would have been a 5-star review but the lemon-pepper chicken which a little too seasoned (salty) for me but dipping them in both a ranch and blue cheese dressing with a few dollops of Tabasco sauce was a good recommendation. The fried chicken was definitely cooked in fresh grease and fried to perfection. I also ordered Dungeness crabs with broccoli and the amazing crab sauce. That sauce is okay but I'll stick to garlic.

Delicious seafood, wonderful selection of Oysters from the East Coast and great service! We…read morehappened upon this place on an evening stroll looking for something for dinner and although they were quite busy they did their best to seat us right away. We got there around dinner time 7pm and waited like 5 min to be seated at the bar area where we could watch then shucking oysters all evening long. It's truly an art. We had a variety of oysters, some grilled octopus and a seafood medley that included scallops perfectly cooked, shrimp, swordfish and some potatoes. It was all very good and staff was attentive and helpful throughout our meal. The restaurant is an open design that can get quite loud but that's just the lively nature of great food!

After walking around downtown, we were craving some seafood and decided to stop in…read more We started with the calamari and fries. Both were good, but the aiolis were a little overpowering when having them together. I'd probably choose one appetizer or the other next time rather than getting both--it gives your palate a little more of a chance to enjoy each flavor. For our entrée, we had the roasted oysters. They had a great mixture of flavors and were cooked perfectly. We finished with the key lime pie, which had a subtle, refreshing flavor, and I loved the coconut flakes on top. Our waiter was efficient and attentive, and the atmosphere made you feel like you could be sitting somewhere right beside the beach. I especially loved all the oyster plates covering the walls--such a fun touch that added to the coastal feel.

Christian is a ray of sunshine. Magnificent service and so…read moredelightful. My swordfish was so yummy. We really loved our food and it is beautiful to eat here! Sweet river view!!

This restaurant boasts fine dining vibes. Nice decor, managers in suits, pleasant hostess with…read more friendly smiles. We opted to sit outside to bask in the summer evening of sunny Philly. I would have preferred to sit at a regular table but our small party of 3 could not be accommodated. We made the table tops work and had a few dishes to try. should say that I thought it was puzzling why our waters came in plastic cups but all other drinks in glass. I wonder. The food is decent nothing to rave about. We enjoyed the shrimp scampi the most. The service can be improved. Our server had a few tables and could not keep up with checking in. I suppose if you are visiting like we are, the ambience is a big draw.

Dinner was supposed to be the whole evening. It wasn't…read more My cousin and I came to Positano Coast for dinner and ended up having such a great time that we continued the night afterward. We chose the $45 A Taste of Positano menu. I went with the Meatballs & Ricotta, which were tender, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of sauce. My cousin ordered the Spicy Fried Calamari and apparently has a much higher spice tolerance than I do because she ate it like it wasn't spicy at all! We both ordered the Tagliatelle Bolognese, and this was the standout dish for me. The short rib and steak ragù was rich, meaty, flavorful, and topped with just enough Parmigiano. It was also HEAVY -- I couldn't finish it, which says a lot because the portion was from the tasting menu. I'm honestly curious what the full-size entrée looks like! We finished with the Tiramisu, which was wonderfully classic. The cocktails were another adventure. Millions of Peaches was STRONG, The Process tasted like sparkling fruit punch and ended up being my favorite, and Hot Girl Summer had a sneaky habanero kick on the backend. Our waiter was great and even told us to ask for him when we return because he'd take care of our first round of drinks. That's the kind of personal touch that makes you want to come back. We had excellent food, fun cocktails, great cousin time, and a memorable night overall. Four stars from me, with a definite return visit in my future.

We went to a late afternoon movie and decided to have dinner at this restaurant. Very pretty large…read morerestaurant lots of steps to walk up. They do have a ramp if you need it. I had the scallops they gave you three scallops with some peas. It was good nothing outstanding on that. My friend had a crabcake. It was quite unique. She said it was delicious. Also a drink and they gave you complementary bread and we split a fennel and arugula salad. The waiter was very helpful, professional High moderate too expensive They do have indoor and outdoor seating a big bar area.

At only $120 per person and BYOB, this tasting menu is an absolute steal. From the first bite of…read morewarm bread and butter, I knew this place wasn't going to disappoint. The place was cozy and relaxing, with a nice view of the open kitchen. Our server was very attentive and all of our courses were paced perfectly. It's hard to choose a favorite dish, but I did love the cape cod oysters (and even had to order another two each!). The scallop toast was another standout, and I can completely understand why this is a staple on their ever-changing menu. All of the courses were fantastic, and I left feeling perfectly full. As the menu is seasonal, I'm sure I will be back sometime soon!

I have been in Philly most of my life and this restaurant has been around a while. (Definitely not…read moreas long as me) but I remember coming here at its first location and being blown away by the food and atmosphere, years ago. It seemed to be on the forefront of the dining scene in Philadelphia and felt so special. It's still special. The location has changed and the concept has changed, but it still delivers the intimate setting and mind-blowing innovative, fresh food. I came here with two friends for a belated birthday meal and everything was delicious! This is a pre-set tasting menu so one gets to sit back, relax and relish in each dish that is placed on the table. The Prince Edward Island mussels were so fresh and delicious and I also loved the grilled mountain trout! But truly, all dishes were carefully crafted and were a delight! Bring wine and enjoy this place. Service is professional and elegant and the food is some of the best this city offers. (Still!)

My friend an I stopped in here trying to pass time while exploring Philadelphia…read more The cashier was great. He was so helpful with my questions. Oddly I wanted a lobster roll with out the roll but still went with the soup anyway. But, he said he could do that. The soup was pretty good. We do not get a lobster roll when we visited. But, The soup hit the spot. The bathroom was so cute. It had a a nautical theme. This place really made me think of coastal Maine. Pricing was on point for lobster. No complaints. There are a few tables and a window bar like seat option that faces the street. The offer Maine sodas to drink.

Solid rolls! I had the seafood trio to taste them all. Initially I ordered on their website…read moredirectly. After driving around for 20 minutes to find parking I called and they had not received my order. Uber Eats or Door Dash must be the preferred. Or call! Anywho, Uber Eats delivered. It was cold. I don't believe the other lobsters rolls I had were cold. These were and still good. Maybe they are warm if you pick up ‍ They give ample portions and the butter is on the side. Three ramekins! One for each roll. I only needed one for all three. Note to self: always ask for butter on side. The shrimp roll was packed. Thankful because the baby shrimp were baby. The lobster roll was about 1 claws worth. It was the crab that shocked me. Overflowing with crab meat. Everything was fresh. The bread was soft and buttered. I didn't taste much 'seasoning' it was well 'flavored' and covered in oregano (?) I would return. It's a cute little spot that is in the basement of a building. I didn't go in, I know the area well. Next to Sofitel. Hard to find parking

This place was packed during happy hour but we were able to snag seats at the bar after happy hour…read moreended - make a reservation! The interior of the restaurant is very cute. We had some oysters, scallops and hamachi crudo, and my friend had the shrimp dumplings which he noted were delicious. The hibiscus spritz was light is refreshing. We will definitely be back to try their seafood tower!

We were super excited to try Pearl & Mary Oyster Bar. After work, we were down for some oysters and…read morea great meal! First, love the location of Pearl & Mary -- very walkable with so many restaurants and activities. We started off with oyster shooters and fried oysters. Both were great. The shooter had a bit of a kick to it. I would get it again. The fried oysters (not pictured), were just ok and I do wish they were fried harder. The cioppino...salty! I couldn't finish it and had to send it back. Heavy-handed on the seasoning is an understatement. It's too bad because all of the goodness of the sea was included -- from oysters, to shrimp, fish, mussels! The salt aside, this would have been a great dish. Service was meh. Not sure if I'd visit again. But, as I say, try for yourself! Cheers!

This restaurant blew us away. We just moved here and this restaurant will be a regular place for…read moreus. We went last night which is part of restaurant week. They had a fixed 3 course meal and the selection was great. My wife got the calamari which we shred this was tender and delicious. I got the eggplant rollatini for an appetizer which was off the charts. Second course was the tricolor cheese tortellini also amazing. My wife's main dish was Chicken piccata and my main dish was the chicken fantasia which was outstanding. They gave us homemade lemoncello. Our waitress was the best , super nice and professional.The place is very romantic and warm and cozy.

Beautiful inside dining room but we chose to sit on the outside deck since the weather was so nice…read more Several families with young kids chose the outside deck also. Nice ambiance. Personable & professional service! Everything we ordered was excellent. I highly recommend their name sake dish: Casa Nostra Veal! Generous portions. We will be back.