Another Philly spot review. I love a restaurant with tasty bread as an appetizer. This garlic loaf was the bomb. The cream of crab soups was perfect. The oysters were good but a little dry. I put a little soup on it to make it better. It worked. The salmon has a crispy skin and moist texture overall. The collard greens were good but not seasoned like mine. Our server was excellent and the restaurant was nicely appointed with a unique seating variety. read more

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Food: Great stuffed lobster - expertly cooked; delectable branzino; good parker house rolls; gouda tater tots so-so Service: Can't say much as we sat at the bar area...staff was friendly but difficult to get ahold Ambiance: clean read more

Loch Bar ( Philly ) is a cool, casual and classy place. The atmosphere is lively and the staff embraces each patron with a professional and friendly attitude. From the moment I walked in, I felt respected and comfortable as I worked my way over the menu. I wanted a little sampler of everything seafood... so I ordered the Petite Seafood Tower and a side of Rockefeller Oysters. And I was pleasantly pleased with the fresh taste of that accompanied each dish. The clams, oysters, and mussels hit the spot in every way ! Loch Bar is a breath of fresh air for anyone looking for a cool chill outing... FYI: The Loch Bar located on the Baltimore Harbor is one of my favorite restaurants ( that's what made me give the Philly location a try !! ) read more

Decided to come here on a day trip with my friend since we were off that day. Our main stop was reading terminal market! However after browsing all morning we got hungry and decided to keep our original lunch plans. So glad we did this place is 10/10 for me the vibes atmosphere the bartender was very witty and funny! We got an array of items oysters, crab dip, lobster roll, and fish and chips ohhh can't forget the potatoes with caviar. Everything was so good the oysters for me were superior and I am an oyster girly(wild goose the best) the fish and chips were yum just wish it was cut smaller and seasoned more! The dip was yummy my friend loved that and her lobster roll... overall nice chill place to come and the food and drinks are good read more

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We had just arrived in Philadelphia and were hungry so we wanted something close to the hotel. Being just a block away, Loch Bar fit the bill but it turned out to be so much more than a place to get some food. The restaurant is lovely inside with a chic feel. The high ceilings make the space feel very roomy and grand. The hostess was great as was our server Matt. It was easy to tell that management takes customer experience very seriously here. Matt made some great recommendations as we perused the drink and food menus. My rye old fashioned with the custom distilled house rye was great. We started with some shrimp cocktail which we enjoyed. I wasn't too hungry so I had a couple of starters....the crab tots and the fried shrimp and calamari. I loved the calamari and shrimp combo but the crab tots were out of this world. They had gouda cheese in them and the crab topping was very generous. I could have just eaten those all night! My husband had salmon with some purplish rice (I forget what it was) but I was halfway done with my food and looked over and his plate was empty. He loved it. For dessert, we shared a caramel apple cheesecake which was great. It was also amazing for breakfast two days later when I finished it because we couldn't eat the whole thing at dinner! I also had a key lime pie parfait. I love anything key lime pie and this I ate entirely by myself in one sitting. Overall, just a terrific experience here. Outstanding service, terrific food, exceptional drinks....if I lived in Philly, I'd be here regularly. read more

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My boyfriend had the idea of coming came back here on Valentine's Day and, just like last time, everything was great! Even though we didn't have a reservation, out timing happened to be right as we lucked out on seats at the bar, which is kind of more our thing anyways - we are typically grab seats at the bar when it's just us two. Went back and forth on what to wanted - entrees each with a shared app versus sharing a few apps - but landed on having a few plates to share with another. A few things caught our eye so we went with the Crab & Artichoke Dip, Black Diamond Mussels which came with fries and the Crispy Calamari and Shrimp which we had last time we were here. Everything was tasty, flavorful and cooked perfectly. I already know what entree I'll try when we come back, so looking forward to the next dining experience here! read more

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Happy hour at this place is poppin! I'm talking shoulder to shoulder, but only at the bar. Honestly, I prefer to go afterwards because the service is better. The food is pretty consistent, my absolute fav is the fried lobster! Loch bar is one of the few places in the city that has them. Otherwise, the restaurant is beautiful but can get tight at times when busy. read more

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Great food and lovely staff. Would go again. Salmon was amazing. Good good for a date night.

Came here for happy hour last night and I can't wait to return. The happy hour menu is great, and I'd also like to come back for dinner--especially when I have plans at the Kimmel since it's such a convenient spot. There are a good number of seats for HH, but they fill up fast, so I'd recommend arriving right when happy hour starts. Our waiter was kind, though not very attentive, and it was tough to get his attention at times (it was pretty busy, so understandable). Wine was great. For food, we shared oysters on the half shell, fried oysters, roasted oysters, and the yellowfin tuna poke. The raw and fried oysters were outstanding--those are definitely what I'll reorder. The roasted oysters were flavorful, but at that point you lose the distinct oyster taste. The poke was fresh but a bit underwhelming; I wish it came with something like chips to pair with it. Overall, a great spot and I'm looking forward to coming back! read more

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Wanted a nice dinner for my husband birthday and found the Loch Bar. It was literally on the next corner from our hotel and it did NOT disappoint. The ambiance was on point, nice dim lit spot, they had live music the speaker was a little rough but once that was fixed it was perfect and the gentleman sang really good. The staff were amazing and our waitress was wonderful and offered great suggestions. This was our first time in Philly and this place definitely makes us want to come back and bring the family and friends. Now let's get to the food and drinks.! We each had a shooter which was amazing we wanted more but wanted to try other drinks. My husband had the whisky flight , after all it was his bday lol. I had a crushed cocktail very good flavorful and just the right amount of alcohol. We ordered the Garlic oysters to start, I had the filet mignon with asparagus and risotto, my husband chose the duck What do you get a duck breast. Everything was cooked to perfection, so juicy and packed with flavor. Ended the night with crème brûlée and birthday ice cream read more

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I actually can't wait to come back to this spot. The service was really good with multiple people helping us out to get what we needed. It wasn't too crowded and the service speed was standard. A nice place with lots of bar seating. The duck was phenomenal. It was cooked to perfection and I was surprised because seafood is their specialty. I'd come back just to have this duck again. The Mac and cheese was good and a great portion size for sharing. The cookie dessert was a lot to handle, but delicious. I'd consider sharing that with someone so you don't leave super stuffed. Next time I'm there, I'll have to try their oysters! read more

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I loveeeeeee Loch Bar. I've visited this place a few times during happy hour & twice for dinner. Very great vibes. The service isn't all that pleasant during the day because the few times I've been I've had to run the waiters down just to come back & check on me, order more food/drinks, & for the check... Mind you, this was on 3 separate occasions. But, the food is so good I over look it & go back... The fried oysters are delicious and crispy. My favorite out of the entire meal would have to be the crab cake. It's a big portion size with the choice of a salad or fries to accompany it. The crab soup comes out hot, full of flavor and cheesy. The mussels weren't that great to me. Lacked flavor. Happy hour here is the place to be!!! I've tried almost everything on the happy hour menu for literally $70 bucks. Worth the try. Go check them out. read more

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This is my go to place when I want to have a good meal and cocktail after work. Visited on a Wednesday evening 7P. Unfortunately had to wait approximately 5 minutes for Valet to come to the stand from inside the restaurant. Cost for valet $32. Once we were inside, sat quickly and coat check was offered. Music was nice and place was semi-busy. Ordered some oysters which change frequently and a split of champagne. Highly recommend the fried lobster tail and Cobb Salad! read more

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The interior is beautiful and spacious and was probably my favorite part of the experience. The food was honestly reallt mediocre considering the high prices. My friend ordered the crab cake and was disappointed. My lobster roll seemed really dry and flavorless but the baby green salad and crab tots were decent at least. We were given dirty glasses and had to ask for new ones. Someone then came and took all our silverware and didn't give us new silverware when our entrees came out. Most of the oysters on their list were not available that day either. I probably would not return as there are plenty of better options around the city. read more

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Loch bar for brunch! We arrived just after opening, and were seated right away. Location is clean, and the impressive raw bar is visually stunning. Ordered Smoked Salmon Benny, Crab Cake Benny, and Lemon ricotta pancakes, and a side of pork sausage. Bennies default to a side salad but was able to sub breakfast potatoes that were perfectly crispy. Crab cakes were A+. Service was good, but slow to start - could have been because they had just opened. Double-check your Uber address for this, I ended up with a 10 minute walk! read more

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I had a mixed experience at loch bar and would return only for the soup. Pros: -cream of crab soup is amazing. Genuinely one of my favorite dishes I've had in Philly so far. -Happy hour deals decent Cons: -bar area is extremely crowded. There is no space between the seats at all. -burger I had was extremely dry. It wasn't just a not great burger it was one of the worse burgers I've had to eat, and I don't know how you make a burger that dry not intentionally. It was very difficult to eat Overall, happy hour deals are good. The burger was genuinely so awful but the soup was amazing. Would return just for the soup read more

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The food at Loch Bar is always amazing, which is why I've been a regular customer for quite some time. Most of the staff have consistently been friendly, professional, and attentive. Unfortunately, my most recent visit left me feeling disappointed and uncomfortable due to an interaction with a server named Cody. After our food arrived, Cody did not return to our table for quite some time. When he eventually checked on us, he explained that he had other tables inside. I simply asked for salt and pepper for my steak. Roughly 20 minutes later, he returned with pepper and steak sauce and asked if that was what I had requested. I politely explained that I had only asked for salt and pepper. By that point, I was no longer interested in eating the steak and told him it was fine. What surprised me was his response. Without any prompting, he said, "All those times I came and checked on y'all, that would have been the time to tell me about the steak." I was genuinely shocked by this comment. At no point had I been rude, disrespectful, or confrontational. I calmly explained that he had not returned to our table after the food was delivered, but he continued to insist that he had. Because of the way I was being spoken to, I asked to speak with a manager. While waiting, I tried to resolve the issue directly with Cody and explain why his comment was inappropriate. During that conversation, he apologized but also stated that another table he was serving had gotten on his nerves and that he essentially took that frustration out on me. He further explained that he thought I "looked frustrated" about my steak and therefore went into the interaction already on guard. The problem is that I had never blamed him for the steak, never raised my voice, and never treated him disrespectfully. He made assumptions about my attitude and responded to me based on those assumptions rather than the actual interaction we were having. I explained that in customer service, especially at an establishment with Loch Bar's reputation, employees represent the restaurant and shouldn't take frustrations from one table out on another. Unfortunately, the conversation became even more frustrating when he told me that he had already left us a dessert menu and that the situation was "over." Once again, I felt dismissed and spoken to disrespectfully. I asked for the manager a second time. When she came over, she listened to my concerns, handled the situation professionally, and was very courteous throughout the interaction. I'm sharing this review because I've always enjoyed dining here and have had many wonderful experiences with other servers. However, this encounter made me feel uncomfortable in a place where I've always felt welcome. One employee's behavior does not reflect the excellent service I've typically received at Loch Bar, but this experience was disappointing enough that I felt it needed to be brought to management's attention. I genuinely hope this feedback helps ensure that future guests don't have a similar experience. read more

They take care of you here! We had the room in the back with the size of our party. We had a window right on Broad Street. Food came fast for a late night and large party. Very very fresh seafood so order the things you wouldn't normally because they will impress you! I had the crudo. Thinly sliced and fresh. I gobbled it down. The chowder was thick and full of seafood. Side salad has a delicious dressing! Steak frites perfectly cooked and crispy seasoned fries. Little to no fat and a gravy you wouldn't expect but it works! Almost a fancy poutine minus the cheese. Calamari was fresh and flash fried to perfection. Seafood 'boil' was enough for two, plentiful. I'd come back, there are other solid seafood places in the city this hits a top list for me now: read more

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Came here with co-workers for a birthday lunch. Very comfortable restaurant with brightest classic oyster type bar feel. Service was really attentive and friendly. We had calamari, mussels, and a crab artichoke dip. All were delicious. Steak, salad and salmon options were well portioned and seasoned. Bathrooms were clean. read more

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I have been looking to come here for awhile. I took my daughter for her birthday. The ambiance is very nice and I love the decor. The waitress was very nice and gave great recommendations. I also observed other waitresses/waiters and they seemed very nice and attentive. Food was delicious we already knew what we were going for crab cakes. I appreciated that it was actual crab not filling. So good and the bread was soft. The truffle fries were delicious. I will definitely be back. The only thing I didn't care for was how close the two seaters were. To close for my comfort. read more

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Our server Kira was attentive and very kind. Very helpful in descriptions and provided us with a great experience. On a Thursday late at night, it was moderately busy. Service was fast and our orders came quickly. The restaurant itself is decorated very cutely. I got a pineapple crush and my companion got a whisky sour (with a delicious cherry soaked in whisky) --both were crisp and refreshing. We ordered the crab & artichoke dip. The dip is seasoned well and tastes great. The celery is an interesting choice as an accompaniment with the dip, but the carrots work well. The Maine lobster was quite small for the price. The included fries (upgraded to truffle for $3) were excellent. Crunchy, crispy, soft at times, as well as seasoned to perfection. The lobster roll was good and had a lot of lobster given the size. For oysters, we got a variety of raw. They were all superb! I only wish that we were told which oyster was which, because there were 6 different ones. The standout dish was the gouda tater tots. They are to die for! Crispy exterior and a soft chewy center. Overall, a very pleasant experience! read more

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Had dinner on an early Sunday evening at Loch Bar and they were relatively busy. Started with the Crab Tater Tots which were very good and had the Crispy Peking Duck Breast for the entree, also good. Seating was a little tight (though more space In the booths and in the back of the restaurant) but the service was very attentive and helpful. read more

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This bar is in a pricey area, but they have a happy hour from 4-6 PM at the bar and patio, which is a nice deal. It gets really crowded and loud on Fridays, and the space is small and tight. The oysters are super fresh with a great kick of Tabasco and lemon. Portions are generous and prices reasonable for happy hour. The Cobb salad was fresh and tasty. Service was attentive and friendly. I liked the bar vibe but wish they had a fresh seafood display like Oyster House or Pearl & Mary. It would've added to the experience. read more

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Loch Bar in Philly was such a beautiful seafood restaurant that we enjoyed recently & it was walking distance from my hotel! The service was a little slow at times, but our waiter was personable & we had a great time. From the cocktails to the bread & dessert, each item we had was delicious! Everything I tried was very flavorful & presented so nicely. There was a dish for everyone, but I personally enjoyed the miso roasted Chilean sea bass the most! The fish was so flaky & perfect with buttery mushrooms that gave it a nice richness. The branzino had a delicious soy lime dressing that reminded me of my favorite Chinese restaurant, but super elevated. The fish & chips were delectable & crispy. I would definitely go back here for more Asian fusion seafood dishes, but their apps can't be missed either! read more

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P good, fresh seafood! While it can be pricey, the happy hour is where it's at - literally less than half the price for a lot of their big ticket items. Would recommend the tuna poke, roasted oysters, and sea scallop crudo. Their crab tater tots are unfortunately not on the happy hour menu and a whopping $19 for 4 tots - BUT i have to admit, they're quite tasty. Their mussels are a bit of a let down though, and you could get the artichoke dip for half the price anywhere else. read more

If you're thinking about going to Loch Bar, just GO. I went for Happy Hour and loved it. The ambiance in the restaurant was smooth, not too dimly lit, and not overly loud either. Our waitress was nice, although she seemed a bit confused. I ordered the cream of crab soup and oysters. The soup was AMAZING. The oysters were delicious and cooked well. Overall, good service, great food, ok wine. I will return to try the full menu certainly. read more

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This is an underrated place for brunch! I was looking for a new spot to try for brunch that I haven't been to before, and Loch bar has really good food! It wasn't too busy and easy to get a table. I ordered the lobster roll, which was great, but they also have several brunch specific dishes too. They have a large cocktail menu, and their drinks were really good! Would definitely want to go back for dinner one night. read more

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This place caught my eye the moment I arrived to Philly, the happy hour is a must try! The service was great with satisfying suggestions. The food was amazing, my only regret was not getting more poke! read more

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Another great meal at Loch Bar! This is a seafood place (lots of shellfish options and some fish) with a couple land items. This was my 1st lunch here and I was surprised to see that they offer the same menu for lunch and dinner. However, they did offer a prix fixe lunch special where you can choose your appetizer and main course for a set price. Service by Matt was great and a manager even stopped by our table to ensure all was well. The seafood bake and crab tots were delicious! read more

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Chris set the precedence for our first visit. He was very welcoming and knowledgeable from the jump. He guided us to order certain dishes and drinks that we audibly reacted, "wow" to every time. 10 out of 10, no notes. read more

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Super cute spot! Came in on Labor Day and it was surprisingly empty but rhat was great for us. Our waiter was super attentive and friendly. He was always there when we needed something and made some good recommendations. The oysters were incredible! We got the Loch oyster shooters and they were the best I've ever had. All the food was pretty incredible. Im already planning my next trip back there. And there's valet parking which is always a nice touch! read more

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I was in there like at least 30 times for happy hour. I came here for the fried fish which was decent for portion to price ratio. I hated going there on game days where they had rowdy sports loving customers so I eventually stopped going and the food isn't worth getting it to go. It's a decent sports bar; with great mild flavored food; nothing too spicy or culinarily complex. Ambiance is fine only if there is no sports playing that day; bar gets packed after 3:30; especially on Fridays. I never fell in love with any drinks on the menu. read more

I absolutely love Oysters Rockefeller and would consider myself a bit of a connesiure. So after craving this delicacy and they arrived dry-looking, without a hint of a buttery or cheesy-looking sauce, or no bacon topping, it should have caused enough suspicion to send it back. But sadly, I didn't. They were awful. The Cesar salad? Covered in so much cheese one could find the lettuce. The best part of the meal was the service and the location. Directly across from the Kimmel. read more

First time spending time in Loch Bar Philly and had a great time. It's a huge space with a number of seating options as well as individual seats across from the bar. Came for the drink this time will be coming back soon to try some dishes. They have an extensive libations menu and a ton of variety in their whiskeys. Open the pocket book to sip some Suntory Hibiki Japanese whiskey. Delicious. The severs and bar staff really made this a tremendous experience. They accommodated a large party, were highly attentive, and overall just friendly. A+. It was also crowed in a good way.Immaculate vibes! read more

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Definitely a treat to visit Loch Bar, Downtown Philly. Definitely upscale restaurant and vibe when you walk in. The restaurant has a strong seafood presence on the menu. I saw gumbo, so I had to try it. I thought it was very tasty and filling. I would definitely have it again. The service was great and the waiters were very responsive. I would visit here again. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the area. read more

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Loch Bar is a popular seafood restaurant in Philly that I've been wanting to try, and I finally had the opportunity during Center City Restaurant Week. The ambiance is a bit sophisticated, and it seems like a lot of people celebrate their birthdays here. We weren't that impressed by the staff. Even though at the time it wasn't packed, our server took a really long time to check on us while we ate our meal. I tried the lemon sour cocktail, which was okay. For the appetizer, I went with the cream of crab soup--it was tasty. For my entree, I ordered the pan-seared salmon with butternut squash puree and crispy quinoa, which was different. The overall taste of the meal was good. They ran out of the dessert option we wanted, but the server brought us two alternative desserts, which was nice. Unfortunately, the desserts weren't that good. It was a decent dining experience. I would return to try some of their other items on the menu. read more

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Was in the city for an appointment and decided to have lunch at the Loch Bar. I've been wanting to visit here for quite some time and with being in the city I opted to cease the opportunity. The restaurant is located on Broad street, so on street parking in a nightmare. However, there are several parking garages in the area. We parked across the street in the Kimmel Center garage for a whooping $25 lol. We were greeted upon entry and seated immediately. It wasn't crowded at all but you can tell this place is a lunch spot fave for all who work downtown. The restaurant itself is very nice looking and kept clean. Bathrooms were clean as well but I hate when places dont have toilet seat covers available in the stalls. Anywho, I ordered the Roasted Oysters as my starter and for my entree we got the lunch special which included a caesar salad and fried chicken sandwich. Typically, the special is about $25 during lunch hour but since its still Restaurant Week, it was $20. No, the oysters werent apart of the lunch special but any place with a baked/roasted oyster on the menu will get ordered lol. I also ordered a Lemon Drop as well. Everything was delicious. The oysters were very good, salad one of the best ive had at any dine in restaurant, and the chicken sandwich was juicy. The bartender made the lemon drop perfectly as well. Service was standard. Everyone was nice but nothing stood out. I plan to return for dinner, as the menu had a few other things i'd love to try. All in all, this place gets an A+ for a lunch visit based on the quality of the food and the price point. read more

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came here for a girls brunch day and had a nice time! The menu is different and seafood heavy which I loved. My only "eh" moment was when all our food came out before drinks and our table was super wobbly but our server was great and fixed it for us so id just hope for a diff bartender next time The food was great! We got some potato with caviar, crab dip, scallop crudo and poke. Everything was delicious no complaints. Will def be back to try more dishes read more

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Decided to head into the city's center to chat and chew with two old friends. One suggested the Loch Bar. She said, prior to the Philly location opening she would take an hour and a half drive to the one in Maryland. I was definitely excited to try it out. The Loch Bar is on S. Broad St. directly across from the Kimmel Center. Prime location with valet parking. The exterior dining area is nicely arranged and the interior space is opulent and what I was expecting. I was greeted by a very nice gentleman who held the door as I entered. Very classy. Our reservation was for 6pm. The hostess promptly sat us in what appeared to me to be a makeshift dining space. Dave was our server and he greeted us on the spot. He was very personable and welcoming. We ordered water and cocktails. My friend who suggested the restaurant said, he has been her waiter every time she's dined there. So far, everything is going well. Theeennnn... Dave forgot our waters. We asked again when he came back to take the appetizer order, and had to ask 1 more time. Okay, not a big deal. My friend says, they usually have live music on Friday. Lol I said, where do they set up? Yup! You guessed it lol. In the section where we were seated with the makeshift set-up. In the middle... (no exaggeration, fork with calimari on the end in air headed toward mouth) ...of us njoying appetizers... The manager comes over, apologizes for the interruption and said they were going to upgrade us to booth because the band would be setting up in that area. He did advise he was comping the appetizers and cocktails we had to that point which was a wonderful gesture. So fork goes back on the plate, we relocate to a booth, the staff bring over our dishes. Next question, where's Dave? The food was good not great, Possibly the disturbance and lack of attentive service from our server curbed my taste a few degrees. We started with Calimari and Rock Shrimp, Artichoke and Crab Dip, and Roasted Oysters. For dinner, two ladies had the Seafood Bake and I had the Miso Roasted Chilean Seabass and a side house salad w/vinaigrette. The band had played a few songs while we were dining and the tempo was slow. Relaxing to the point of putting you to sleep. While I feel this was an exception to the business as usual (BAU) routine for this establishment and location due to the stellar personal reviews I received, my experience was lukewarm. While I may return, I won't rush to make it back to the Loch Bar Philly. read more

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The food here is always great quality. Came for brunch for the first time. It was thoroughly impressed by the ship of grits. The shrimp portions were so large and very fulfilling. Service is always phenomenal, manager and waitress made sure that I was completely satisfied with my food. Would highly recommend as a fun date night spot! Plays old school pop and r&b/jazz. read more

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