Our first visit to Jansen proved to be an excellent overall experience. Our waiter was very attentive without being intrusive and every course we enjoyed was superb. As a former chef I feel I have some credibility when I offer two words of advice - "get there"! read more

Hands down one of the best meals I have ever eaten. The service was impeccable from the moment I walked in to the moment I walked out. I felt extremely safe eating outside on the patio outback, it was very warm and comfortable. And it was beautifully decorated. We were able to take our coats off because it was so comfortably warm. The food was amazing down to every last bite and the drinks were festive and delicious! If you are looking for a delicious meal in a very safe, clean place please visit Jansen!!! Highly recommend!! Natalie F read more

Fabulous! First, parking wasn't a problem. That's a good start. The staff was polite and welcoming. Diners were safely spaced. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Always amazing!! I have been coming here for quite a few years now, and I have never been disappointed. I continue to dine here frequently, and always bring friends along. read more

We had our first experience at Jansen yesterday and it was wonderful! The portion sizes are generous (particularly for this type of restaurant), the flavors are thoughtfully curated and the food was all delicious. The atmosphere is quite cute inside, but I'll look forward to trying out their patio when we return. Also, contrary to some reviews complaining about the service, we were swiftly greeted by the host on our way in and our waitress was very kind and attentive throughout the meal. It was an all around positive experience. read more

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Food here is superb but too expensive for me. I found the wait staff haughty and judgmental, and we were seated where every person had to walk past, constantly brushing against me or my chair (a request to be relocated was met with disdain). I suppose I'm not the right class of people for this place. read more

Jansen is one of my favorite restaurants in the area! I have had a great experience and received great service every time I've gone. They also have a great socially distanced setup outside during Covid. I couldn't recommend this place more! read more

Awesome! We had been to this location before when it was Mexican - but you wouldn't recognize the inside now. We were able to sit outside which is a covered patio. Perfect on a nice evening. For starters we shared the lobster and then the mushroom and Gruyere bruschetta. Lobster was good - 2 sauces accompany. The bruschetta might have been my favorite dish of the night. Fresh mushrooms, Gruyere cheese and topped with an egg. Wife had halibut and I went with the filet. Portion size was just right. My filet was spot on temp and perfectly seasoned. My wife loved her halibut as well as the sides on the plate. Desert - we went with a peanut butter something (can't remember name). It was actually a trifecta of desert - 3 different deserts on one plate. Delish. I can see Jansen easily on the Philly top 50 list next year. read more

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This was the first meal my husband I have eaten out since the pandemic in Philadelphia. We had been to Jansen a handful of times before, and were thrilled with the experience this summer. Jansen has a wonderful patio with shaded seats and a ceiling fan. The tables were all spaced more than six ft. apart and the servers/staff all very professional about social distancing and wearing masks. We felt very comfortable eating there. Equally as important, the food was as delicious as we remember. We had the lobster/corn ravioli special, smoked salmon for our first courses and then the halibut and short rib for our main courses. Everything was delicious and well cooked. We will be back soon. This is such a hidden gem in the city and one of our favorite places to eat. read more

Excellent food, lovely and knowledgeable staff. Service is great and ambiance fun yet polished.

Catering or a lovely night out-- you can't go wrong with Jensen!!! It dress casual and the atmosphere is beautiful. I can't rave enough about this place!! read more

This spot is the very best! Food is not only presented beautifully, but also with beautiful and great flavors. The waiters and staff are very very professional and attentive. Great service, lovely place, exceptional food and a must dine spot!! read more

Jansen is amazing. We have been a few times now, mostly in the summer months. The service is outstanding and sets this place apart for sure. The servers are knowledgable and they have a great wine list. Every one of our visits we have walked away talking about how great this place is. The seasonal specials are incredible. Did I say enough yet to convince you? Well, don't take my word for it. Go soon, you will love it! read more

This experience was such a gorgeous expression of fine dining. Our server created such a seamless service. The drinks were amazing. We were mised throughout our courses, but beyond the eloquent service, the food was incredible. The tuna tataki was so fresh, I wondered if they had a tuna pond out back! I've also never had chicken that amazing in my life. But the star of the show for me was the octopus. I love pulpo, and I cannot seem to find anywhere close by that does it justice. Well, at least I thought I liked octopus, but apparently I've been having it sub par everywhere until Jansen's. read more

First time here, but not our last. Everything about Jansen was top notch. The food was outstanding and the service was excellent. Usually, I'd share what we ate. However, in the case of Jansen, we ordered nothing but specials; starters, mains, desert. All we're superb. read more

The food and service here is exceptional. Had the Braised Asian Style Short Rib of Beef and it was awesome, great mix of tender beef, slightly sweet flavor and crunchy tempura of maitaki mushrooms. Also had the Love cake which had a delectably rich chocolate flavor. We wanted the entire cake. Also had one of the in house made sorbets which was exceptional as well. Orange martini was one of the better made drinks I have had, great mix of flavor and the amount of liquor. Service was on point, attentive and we were never waiting around wondering where the server had gone or when the next dish was coming out. Check was delivered and run quickly. Couldn't have asked for any more, we will definitely be back. read more

Jansen - Love Cake - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Our go-to for a fancy date night. Expensive but the food, service, and ambience fits the price tag. Quite possibly one of the top best 10 restaurants in Philadelphia. read more

Had an amazing dinner here for my mother's birthday! The wait staff was very helpful and kind, without hovering. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Unfortunately, the night we were there it was very hot and humid, so we elected not to eat outside, but the outdoor seating looked lovely as well. Parking isn't super great here, just street parking, but we didn't have any trouble finding a spot right across the street from the restaurant. The menu is fresh and different. Not huge, but I prefer restaurants with smaller menus (they tend to do everything perfectly). Lovely drink menu as well. The food was out of this world too! Have a few photos attached of the beautiful presentation. This certainly isn't cheap, but if you're looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion, this is perfect! read more

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Went for a celebratory dinner on a Saturday night. Really cute place in an old stone home. My husband and I thought the cocktails left a little to be desired (we ordered an old fashioned and the Bee's Knees) but to be fair we often make these at home exactly to our tastes so maybe we're a little biased. The wine list was great, however! That being said, the food was amazing. Everything had great flavor and was perfectly cooked. Would highly recommend the crab and avocado toast and the red snapper. The waitstaff was great as well. They didn't hover but didn't ever leave us waiting for long. Will definitely be back! read more

Have gone to for years, but not since Covid. I don't know why I haven't or why I don't very often because it was just supurb. If you don't enjoy a great dinner, don't go, but I've temporarily forgotten what a wonderful place this is. Jonah and Mira were terrific! Kudos to the coming holidays and 2023, but will see you before then. read more

This is by far my favorite restaurant in or around Philadelphia. The menu is constantly changing but the staff is very knowledgeable and accommodating to all dietary restrictions/ needs. I can not wait to go back. Our server Eugene was extremely attentive and helpful pairing wines. Seriously don't wait, make a reservation today. read more

Jansen - New American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The food is creative and delicious. The wait staff is superbly trained. I was surprised to find such an upscale restaurant in Mount Airy. I love going there for our celebrations. read more

The best upscale dining experience in the Chestnut Hill area. Never disappoints. Great chef, great service, great atmosphere.

Brought my mom here when she came to visit. We arrived early for our reservation and the staff was incredibly accommodating. The entire staff from hostess to chef went out of their way to make us feel welcome. The food was unique and remarkable. Our waitress had a culinary background and did such a great job helping us navigate the menu and wine pairings. I hardly write reviews in yelp, but I had to give them a shout out because they're the best. Ever. read more

Excellent food in a beautiful setting! Each dish was prepared with individual and decorative beauty - both in flavor and presentation. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. My dorado was cooked to perfection and the portions are a nice size (not too bi, not too small). The only real complaints are the high price point in that neighborhood, and that the room where we were seated (just in front of the garden area) was much too crowded. read more

After reading these reviews I will have to agree and disagree. My disagree: The menu changes monthly. If you loved your Salmon on your first visit, it probably won't be prepared the same on the following visits. My Salmon side this time was not my taste or style. For those with allergies or an aversion to certain spices etc. you will need to read and question each app and entre. We ordered and shared the Caesar salad again on our second visit. It's priced at $17.00. Much more than same caliber competing restaurants. We were assured it was enough to share. First time YES, second time NO. Only enough for one and at $17.00 that's too much. Most of our party were very happy with their food and service, barring the usual quibbles about any restaurant. I won't be back because when I like a meal I want to know I can get it again. For foodies and the adventurous this is your place. read more

Best high-end food in the area; the staff is lovely and kind, and obviously love their chef.

Well done! Her shrimp app and fish main were wonderful. My duck main too. The chocolate brownie-esque dessert was great. Service was excellent. read more

I went to Jansen on a recommendation and it didn't disappoint. For one their customer service was great. From door to table and back out the door, everyone was pleasant and polite. I ordered the seafood medley as a first course and it was fresh. It was shared between two people and it was more than enough. Lobster, crab, oysters, shrimp cocktail came on a bed of ice and a trio of dipping sauces. I don't recall the trio but the one was a cocktail sauce, one was like a vinegar, and the last was a mayo type sauce. As the main course, I ordered the braised short rib and my dinner date ordered the baked chicken. The braised short rib was was cooked well. The meat was tender and pretty much cut without much resistance. Per my personal taste, the hoison glaze was a tad bit salty. Not as much of the sweet flavor but overall pretty good. The baked chicken was clean. The fried tomato was a nice touch. Overall enjoyable. The waiter was attentive without being overbearing. Waters were always filled. Kudos to him. The restaurant itself is quaint. Though we couldn't dine indoors, it was beautiful indoors. Outdoors was just as pleasing visually. The lights, greenery, and overall ambiance were all great. I would go back to try other dishes. Cheers! read more

By far the finest restaurant in NW Philly. Very creative dishes, good portions, and great ambience. The service is superb and makes anyone feel like they are the most important guest they've had. I have a new favorite dish every time I go. It is also a throwback to another time, where every role (server, bidder, sommelier) is fulfilled and fulfilled with someone passionate about what they do. Additionally, the dessert is always worth saving room for and there are generally always specials worth ordering. 5/5 read more

Excellent restaurant! Service is great! Much better than most of the restaurants in center city! read more

Heard a lot of good things about Jansen and wanted to try it out. The outdoor seating area is really a nice environment and the jazz playing was a great selection. Our waitress Julie was very knowledgeable, professional and friendly, also really good at up selling. The rest of staff is attentive. I don't mind laying down this kind of cash for a memorable meal however; I didn't find it that memorable. I'm not saying the food wasn't good, it was good and I thought the portions were all a good size from first course to entrees. Although I thought the cocktails were bit small and little pretentious. And have to say, pictures people posted look much better than our meal. Maybe we were there on an off night? Just saying for this price, not something I'll rave about and tell people it's a must try. read more

It is simply a sublime dining experience. We went on a whim. The food was superb. The space was refreshing & inviting. The service was impeccable (& I am a demanding ass ). Our thanks to the Chef, his kitchen staff, our server Kelly, and everyone else who made it such a surprisingly lovely dinner. Looking forward to our next visit. read more

We had an excellent anniversary dinner at Jansen on Friday night. Our server, Veronica, completely elevated the experience. She was gracious, knowledgable, and very charming. We'll be coming back and hope to have her as our server again. She was a delight! Highly recommended. read more

We had a takeout dinner yesterday for my husband's birthday. It was delicious! Great Aviator drinks, poke & lamb appetizers were delicious. We each had one of your entrees - all were delicious - salmon, halibut, chicken, short ribs. This was the next best way to having dinner in your restaurant and still feeling safe. Thank you. We will be back for another special meal. read more

This restaurant succeeds in so many categories, it is a welcome addition to Mt. Airy. When you first arrive in this beautiful old stone "cottage" you are transported to a white tablecloth but still casual feeling experience. Chef Jansen was striving for this and I think he got it right. There's even a beautiful garden in back where tables will be set up when the weather gets warmer. The bartender and hostess engaged with me in friendly banter, I was reminded that it was Cinco de Mayo so of course I had a margarita while I waited for my dining partner. This restaurant has been open less than a week but it is already clicking on all cylinders. I think it's possible that they are even overstaffed, which is very intelligent. You can always cut back on staff but if you don't execute in the beginning, that spells trouble for your reputation. Service was friendly, warm, some staff in white, some in black, and one in a suit. One of the waiters was a veteran I could identify from another restaurant in the area. Good sign. The cuisine was wonderful, we tried four dishes, and all paired absolutely differently but beautifully with their Sancerre. We had the pea soup which was not pureed into a big glop, it was very well extracted with great pea flavor, as well as its accompaniments. I had the scallop appetizer with crispy capers, lemon, a puree of potato underneath, all flavors were refined and well balanced with each other. On to the mains, the salmon and the halibut. The sauce on the salmon was a gorgeous, classic seafood cream sauce with lemon, very French, loaded with flavor. One oyster accompanied the dish, in a pretty shell. Potato puree, cubed potato and the salmon was perfectly cooked. Only drawback was that there were probably too many potatoes. The halibut was an Asian treatment, clearly Chef Jansen is versatile as well as classically trained. Forbidden rice, a crispy radish, great soy-based sauce, baby bok choy. We split the root beer float for dessert, which had root beer and ice cream of course, and crispy cookies which gradually softened. There was chocolate sauce too. Yum. A cup of cappuccino to finish. Go here, before it's booked two months in advance! read more

Jansen succeeds on every level, and your otherwise verbose author is almost at a loss of words. Outstanding? Phenomenal? Supercalifrajalisticexpealidocious? Nope, pretty much every word in the English language falls short. Diners will be treated to creative and delicious fare, attentive service, and on a nice summer evening an outdoor dining venue that offers a wonderful view of sunset. We enjoyed what was the best ceviche appetizer we'd ever had, as well as a delicious seared rare tuna with pasta stuffed with crabmeat. The entrees were equally compelling, with my filet in a brown wine sauce and a soft shell crab presentation that made everyone else seem like amateurs. My citrus merengue pound cake was artfully prepared by their pastry chef. With great quality comes price, so be prepared to pay north of $70 per person if you enjoy wine. However, given the quality of the food, the money is happily spent. On-street parking is immediate and plentiful. Jansen has now moved to the top of my list for greater Philadelphia dining, both city and burbs. Make reservations now because you probably won't be able to get in later. By all means take that special someone here and book an outdoor table around sunset. You will surely close the deal. read more

Pleasant atmosphere, lovely, professional service (thanks Julie!), tasty, fresh food, original, attractive presentation, with healthy portions. Recommended! read more

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I can't say enough good things about this place! Every single thing I had was perfect! The shrimp and grits were so amazing I don't think I can have them anywhere else! We also got every dessert while we were there and they were all so amazing I would go back just for them! Can't wait to go back read more

I realize writing one and only one review on Yelp makes people wonder if it's real. Well, trust me please. Jansen is truly a special place. Yes, I have known Chef for years. But that's because he's an amazing chef and person and our relationship is one that I value ALOT. Yes, I am busy and have alot of other things going on that take precedence over writing a review, good or bad, of a business. But, I will say that everyone is owed the opportunity to experience the art that is Jansen. From the moment you walk into the building the experience begins. The renovated historic building that somehow managed to maintain its identity as a piece of Philadelphia history is accommodating and welcoming. The bar, which is small and underwhelming in size, doesn't lack for a second in personality and class. The food is what you'd expect from a former Four Seasons Pioneer, yet surprising while dining on Germantown Avenue. Let's be honest here everyone, Chestnut Hill/ Mt Airy is an awesome awesome area. Complete with good restaurants that come and go. Some last longer than others but to be honest none really have the ability to withstand the times for any other reason other than they're in Chestnut Hill/Mt. Airy. Jansen is and will be different. The staff will make you feel like family. The atmosphere will make you feel like you're sitting in high end restaurant in the city. The food will make you feel like you're paying three times for the meal. And the best part about it is that the experience will remind you why you chose to go out to dinner in the first place. And, these are the reasons why you venture out of your home and dine out. I wish you all have the opportunity to build a relationship with Chef Jansen and his talents like we have. I promise you'll feel compelled to write a very similar review like I have. And I assure you, nobody will judge you if it's your 1st or 100th Yelp review. read more