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    Fiorella

    4.5 (402 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Gnocchi
    Julie W.

    Wow, ok? We came for my birthday and had a great time. We didn't realize the seating would be outside. It was cold so we sat under blankets and right by a space heater. I ordered a cocktail which was spectacular. We had picked this place because a friend recommended it and the beet salad. I tell you I would have been perfectly happy eating a giant plate of that salad. It was spectacular. Another recommendation I want to pass along is the gnocchi. They were huge and not what we're used to but I loved it. My spouse had the duck pasta and the duck was well cooked too

    Ricotta Gnocchi

    The service was 5 star, the food was delicious and the pasta was cooked to perfect al dente. In order of most delicious to least, I would choose the raviolo al uovo - it was so fresh and light, the rigatoni was the perfect balance of fatty and acidic from the red sauce, the tonnarelli was everything you want and expect from a cacio e Pepe, and although the gnocchi was flavorful and rich, it was slightly too heavy for me. The Arancini was very yummy especially with the salsa verde, and the Dungeness crab appetizer was gorgeous, fresh and buttery. Great wine, great cocktails, and overall amazing restaurant! I want to go back to try the fusilli and busiate soon!

    Pear Gratin
    Tori F.

    I genuinely felt so lucky to eat at one of four tables inside the tiny restaurant and enjoy such amazing bites on a cold winter night. Everything we had from start to finish was stellar. My favorite bites were the rigatoni, pear gratin, and the banana bread!

    Amanda U.

    I went here for my 30th bday with my friend and the whole experience was so cool! They cook in the back like a little kitchen in a south philly home Everything was made to order and tasted so fresh and delicate There were a lot of other groups who sat down for this experience too! The service was really good, the waiters came out and checked on you often and the chef came out and told us what their favorite dish was! Super intimate vibes

    I P.

    EXCELLENT SERVICE by Abby. We tried the gnocchi, ricotta rigatoni, Pepe, and tonnarelli. We also tried the rocky road ice cream. The first three pastas are large plates and the rest are smaller changing seasonal specialties The gnocchi was not potato based but flour based and like ricotta cheese balls The Pepe was traditional and perfect The rigatoni was my favorite as it taste similar to the traditional pasta I have had in southern Italy but they brought in American flavors with Parmesan sprinkles The tonnarelli is a smaller dish. The icecream is a dark chocolate based masterpiece that we have come back for twice.

    Busy kitchen churning out FRESH pastas :D
    Lisa M.

    Thanks to Phil Rosenthal's Netflix Philadelphia episode, we discovered this exceptional Italian gem. My husband booked it for my birthday (party of 4), and wow--what a treat! It's not every day I get to eat handmade pasta, and let me tell you, once you taste it, it's like going from black-and-white to full color compared to boxed pasta. We went all in: every antipasti and almost every pasta dish (5 out of 7). The frutti di mare was my favorite starter--perfectly seasoned seafood tucked into a house-made roll. My only critique? The portions lean small. For example, the roasted beet and fig salad was so tiny I only got half a fig and missed out on the rest of the flavors. The pasta stole the show. The Francobolli was the star--delicate little neck clams, an irresistible sauce, and focaccia perfect for mopping up every last drop. Speaking of focaccia, do not skip it. For dessert, we ordered all three. I'm not even a dessert person, but the peach sorbetto was light, refreshing, and the perfect ending after all that pasta. Service was top-notch--attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable without hovering. Between the cozy setting (only a couple of tables inside plus counter seating) and the alfresco dining, it felt special from start to finish. Overall, a fantastic birthday experience. Bravo!

    Chicken liver bomboloni
    Susan M.

    Another delightful dinner at fiorella. Highly recommend the pepper-oni cocktail! This place always delivers and I love how they change the menu but still have the favorites.

    Gnocchi
    Yash V.

    Hands down the best Italian restaurant in Philadelphia. From the moment you walk in, the cozy feel of the restaurant makes you feel like you're walking into a loved ones kitchen for dinner. The menu features so many hearty, soul warming dishes. The highlights of the evening were the gnocchi and the cachio e pepe. The servers are SO attentive. The open kitchen is also incredible to watch the calm yet steady demeanor of the chefs. This was a truly memorable dining experience and one I can't wait to have again.

    Winter salad
    Kellie P.

    An amazing and authentic tiny Italian restaurant. You watch the homemade pasta being cooked right in front of you. The pasta filling is being added right before being cooked. Authentic Italian tasting. For an American, it may seem like it could use some salt, cheese, garlic... The winter salad was interesting. High vinegar and funnel taste. I don't think I would get it again but it was good to try. I also had the ricotta filled gnocchi and the Agnolotti. The gnocchi was my favorite. I think a little bit more Parmesan would send that dish! The Agnolotti was great when paired with the cooked mushrooms. Alone, the dish lacked a bit of flavor. Nothing a little bit for salt/pepper/butter couldn't fix. Service was good. There was an obvious rush to turn tables which took away from the experience. The waitstaff did not shy away from hiding their need to rush between tables. I really like to feel relaxed and enjoy the experience when going out. Overall, really amazing food and a cozy-cute restaurant vibe.

    Rhubarb's Drag Race and Strawberry Moon
    Mandy G.

    Picking a rating for Fiorella was difficult, but after much deliberation, I'm settling on 3 stars. It's probably more like 3.5, but giving 4 would be too generous. I was lucky enough to get a reservation for inside the restaurant, which I am told is very difficult due to the popularity and size of the establishment. My dining companion really blew the hype for this place out of the water, but when I saw the extremely limited menu, I was like... why? Anyway, I went in with an open mind. Photos of everything we tried are included in my review. The specialty cocktail list wasn't very enticing to me, but I did try the Strawberry Moon and it was pretty good. My friend got the Rhubarb Drag Race and liked it, but I wasn't a fan. For the price, it should have come in a regular cocktail glass and not one that was child-size. The "salad" was pathetic. I mean... like, two bites, and not particularly delicious. Definitely wouldn't order it again, or push anyone else to get it (especially considering the price). The focaccia bread was not good, I've had better bread from Acme. And I didn't like that it didn't come with oil or seasonings for dipping. Would not get again. The blueberry cobbler was also a miss. I don't know what it was... maybe the basil? It just didn't taste like dessert, and would have been better a la mode. Onto the positives... the frutti di mere was outstanding. I could have eaten 6 of them. All of the fish was so tender, and the bread was perfect (better than the focaccia). It was seasoned to perfection, and worth every penny. The ricotta gnocci was not like your typical gnocci. Not heavy, not super filling. It was plump and cheesy and each bite was like a fluffy pillow in your mouth. Lastly, the Tonnarelli was good. It was so basic that I'm having a hard time raving about it, but it was a strong, simple dish. The pasta was good, you can tell it did not come out of a box. Given the food was hit-or-miss, and the menu was very limited, service became very important in my rating. While our server was very nice, she did not check on us enough (drinks left empty) and when we did request a refill, it took a looongg time. Overall, I'm glad I tried Fiorella, but I won't be making any grand effort to return. I just think the buzz is a little out-of-proportion with what they actually offer.

    Megan C.

    Living in Philadelphia in this era is like some kind of fever dream. I cannot believe I get to eat pasta this good in the rain on a sidewalk. This is one such place of MANY spots in town that have made me feel this way recently. Having heard the Fiorella hype since I moved here three years ago, and fantasizing about eating pasta since the Philly Somebody Feed Phil episode came out, my friend and I seized the opportunity (and reservation) last night. I am not sure how one goes about getting a seat at the counter or inside, but when I looked three weeks ahead they did have rezzies for their outdoor patio. Do go inside and look at the amazing kitchen and setup, but eating al fresco (even as it misted and rained) was lovely. They have a fully covered patio area so no worries there. Service was friendly, helpful, and fast. Food was perfection. We went with: + Grilled escarole. HIGHLY recommend this. Such a fun take on this veg with a lot of depth and complimentary elements. + Focaccia. Honestly could have skipped this, but I think most people would disagree. It adds to the meal and is tasty but not a necessity. + Ragu. The rigatoni is a staple on the menu and there's a reason. Do not come to this restaurant without your table ordering the ragu. + Cacio e pepe. Completely delightful, nothing unexpected here. Rich but we downed the whole plate with ease. + Rhubarb's Drag Race cocktail. Too tart for me to be complimentary to the cuisine but SO much fun. It comes with a lil poptart on top. I switched to a beautiful white for the meal and that was also fab. Your server will set you up with a wine that works for you. Our server recommended four plates but we were really very full with two pastas we split and one antipasti plate. I am coming back for the gnochhi! Grab a bottle, grab your friends, sit outside, and enjoy a gorgeous meal at Fiorella. I look forward to scoping out their upstairs space and someday snagging a rez at the bar.

    Ravioli with mushrooms and "jammy egg"
    Anjoli F.

    Lovely. Just, lovely. All of it. LOVELY. The service, ambience, menu, the dishes, all of, just perfect and exactly what I needed that evening. Cannot wait to go back.

    Drinks
    Kunalan S.

    Fiorella has been highly recommended to me, so I came in with high expectations. My friend and I walked in at around 5:30 and were seated outside. It was extremely windy, but the restaurant had magnets attached to the table to help keep napkins secured, a rather nice touch. Dining along philly's historic italian market on a bright spring day made for a spectacular ambiance, and thankfully the food went above and beyond expectations. Tuna Crudo: One of the best crudo's I've had. The dish was both vibrant in flavor and color. The tuna had a clean oceanic quality, and it's butteriness was only amplified by the high quality olive oil. The salsa verde's herbaceous goodness was tempered by the earthy and toothsome potatoes. Ricotta Gnocchi: Pillowy gnocchi with beautifully browned butter made for a luscious pasta. The asparagus added some visual flair and a important textural backbone that grounded the dish. Tonnareli Cacio e Pepe: Technical mastery on display. al dente pasta. Silky smooth sauce with perfect emulsion. My one small nit pick is that I found the dish lacking in heat and aromatics, and would've preferred a bit more pepper. Spaghetti Alla Chitarra: I was a bit skeptical on how the incorporation of wild boar into a spring pasta dish would fair. Like everything else on the menu, it was a homerun. Light and refreshing, while still being substantive in taste. The wild boar does a lot of heavy lifting by providing a savory-sweet component that elevates the dish. Bruleed Cheesecake: I only had a few bites of the dessert but it was luxurious. A balancing act of many intricate flavors without being too rich or overpowering.

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    Ask the Community - Fiorella

    Do they have booths?

    No booths.

    Does the outdoor patio seating accommodate when it is raining?

    Yes, they have heaters and covered space!

    How is the dress code? Are jeans ok?

    Jeans are definitely fine at Fiorella

    Are dogs cool on the outside patio?

    Honestly, I would say no. The tables are tight. I love dogs but would not want a dog dining with me.… Read more

    Do they allow BYOB?

    No, they do not allow BYOB. They have a wine menu

    What time do I need to be in line on a Thursday to eat dinner at a normal hour like 7?

    Do you think if we ordered 4 pastas between 2 people it would be too much ? Wanted the gnocchis, fazzolettis, tonnarelli, and caramelle

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