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    Ocean Prime

    4.0 (674 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndCocktail Bars, Seafood, Steakhouses
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Romantic
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    Upscale

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    Dirty vodka martini
    Patrick G.

    Came in to try it out since being at the one in Vegas. This establishment did not disappoint. Great servers and food. The atmosphere is super chill and laid back. Their happy hour is one of the best I've seen.

    Jeff B.

    Great experience with a business dinner of 14 this week. Restaurant was very nice and had a great vibe. The service was first rate and felt valued as a client. The food was wonderful. I would enjoy going back.

    Rahsaan C.

    On this episode of eating my way through Philly while celebrating my mom's 70th birthday, we found ourselves at Ocean Prime. We had a party of about 20 and sat upstairs, overlooking the rest of the restaurant. The view was great, and my guests loved the ambiance. To keep things manageable, we went with a preset menu, but since appetizers were served family-style, I got to sample a little bit of everything--at least when I wasn't busy hosting and entertaining. The service was top-notch. The staff was on point, and I appreciated the attention to detail--especially something small but big for me: they never touched the rim of the glasses when serving drinks. Judge me if you want, but that's a pet peeve I can't ignore. Most importantly, my mother enjoyed herself and left happy, which made the night. I plan on going back when I can truly relax and enjoy a meal without having to play host to my wife, mom, daughter, aunts, and niece all at once. I eat, I judge, the fork stops with me.

    Mashed potatoes and Mac and cheese
    Natalie K.

    Went for the surf and turf for two deal and was pretty disappointed. I'll start by saying I never have thought to come to this restaurant before despite living here for the better part of a decade. There's just many more exciting places to check out around the city. I was pleasantly surprised by the decor inside. It looked a lot more modern than expected and there was ample seating despite a relatively small space. Our main server was odd; not very welcoming, kind of awkward. Our assistant server was very nice and made up for it. For the food: everything was either basic, under seasoned, or both. It was plated in an uninteresting way and the portions were very small. It is not obvious on the menu but the surf and turf is to share between two people. I would be disappointed if this were not part of a meal for two deal. Won't be coming back.

    Chocolate cake for my Birthday!
    Philly C.

    Sooo just visited Ocean Prime for Restaurant Week.... Unfortunately, this visit was not how I remembered it. I was so surprised that the bread for the table now comes with a fee! The lobster bisque was flavorless and watery. The salad wasn't very tasty and somewhat bland The famous berries & bubbler drink had a great presentation but it also fell flat! Seemed like they forgot the alcohol in the drink. Finally the snapper dish came out and it was fantastic!! I was full so I decided to take it home. The next day I warmed it up and immediately after the last bite, my face started sweating. My stomach started turning and I was bent over in pain! I went to the bathroom and vomitted all over the floor!!! Horrible! I was so sick and woozy... I dont know what happened to the quality of the food, but I will not be able to return. Sorry! Thumbs down!!

    Private dining
    Maria C.

    So far so good! This place is bomb! First off, I am a huge fan of low lighting at a restaurant. Although it can feel intimate, it's so sexy to me. Even if you are dining with friends or with a date, the tone of the lighting sets the vibe. Even if you are here with family, the lighting should ignite something in you to sit up straight, be chill, be cute... it's just a vibe. Now, I wouldn't suggest dining here with family, but hopefully you get the picture. It's ideal for a fun group - corporate group - or alone. I dined here with my husband and a friend, so it's the three of us and we had a ball. We dined at a round booth and had a small night cap at the bar just before closing. Everything was pretty much on point. My only hiccup was the complimentary truffle popcorn at the bar. Gross! I would have loved just plain popcorn or even buttered. But trying to eat the truffle popcorn and enjoy a cocktail was not right for me. I doubled my cocktail and asked the young lady to trash the popcorn. Nevertheless, the service from the moment we walked in until shutting the bar down, was priceless! When we are in town again, I am definitely requesting we dine here. Not sure how the parking works, we visited from out of town and caught a 15 minute Uber ride from our hotel. I highly recommend you try this spot, and be ready to pay a hefty price or visit for drinks and/or dessert to get a feel before you go all out for dinner. Have fun and enjoy life :)

    Calamari
    Renee D.

    We gathered here for a celebratory meal in observance of the Christmas Holiday. The doormen welcomed us inside and the ambiance was inviting as well. Dimly lit, twinkling lights, well appointed, two of us took a seat at the bar while we waited for our others to arrive. The bartender was nice and friendly, presenting us with a bowl of seasoned popcorn as we perused the cocktail menu. Drinks are super pricey and the popcorn super salty. We were seated at a booth opposite the end of the bar near the servers station. I personally hate that proximity but I did not make a fuss. We were well taken care of by our server, Casey, the obligatory Bubbles and Berries was poured and captured on video for posterity. It was a great time and environment to have a festive meal. Everyone enjoyed their chosen dishes which included the Crab Cake, Sushi, Sautéed Shrimp, Shrimp Cocktail and Calamari appetizers. I had the latter and loved the spicy slaw that was in top. Would definitely have that again. Entrees were the Sea Bass, the Salmon and for me the Lobster Linguine. My sister raved about the salmon. My pasta was tasty but at 60.00 felt way overpriced. One other item I would recommend were the tater tots. Delicious!!!!

    Prime Roll!  Expresso Martini
    Heather M.

    Philadelphia's Ocean Prime location is one of a kind! From its beautiful structure, indoor seating options and overall venue (lighting, service, soft diverse music and staff). It's located in the vibrant and energetic Center City. It's within walking distance of other main attractions of downtown Philly and City Hall (train). My dining preference is the bar, each visit. But last week I had the opportunity to dine in for dinner in the dining room (main floor) and the service was top tier. The server was incredible and the food was well. This was my friend's first time visiting Ocean Prime and they were impressed with the food, visit and location. My go-to is the Expresso Martini as it's made just right (for me). And the Staff's Pick of the sushi roll. The Carrot Cake (pictured) is my favorite dessert, the size (shareable) and its taste is great! The bar staff is professional, kind and very attentive to guest needs! I encourage you to visit Ocean Prime when in Philly!

    Wedge
    Charles W.

    In the heart of Philly on a bustling convention filled Friday night we were able to get a last minute reservations for 4 at 6:45pm! We were greeted promptly upon entering and directed to the bar as our complete party had not arrived! The bartenders were attentive and nice! I ordered the hot and dirty martini! Well, well....perfection! Adult chic vibe and a diverse crowd. We were seated and the our server was exceptional! Hear me! Guy was on point and his haircut was fresh and lined to the max. Appearance and hygiene matter! He loved his job! I ordered a blackberry concoction, not too sweet and surpassed my every expectation! Next, Spicy tuna roll and calamari! What can I say....the best we've had this summer! That's how the meal started! The ribeye was cooked to perfect medium Temperature and my wife's scallops were so good I wanted to eat her plate as well because the risotto was literally one of the best risottos I've ever had! Creamed spinach, gratin potatoes and corn were worth the price and the order! Impressed that they carry Raymond wines and our guest was blown away by the merlot! The desserts...well...sinful! That chocolate peanut butter and warm butter cake! Slap yo momma and stand there! Capped with a latte and coffee! Perfection! A wonderful evening and well pleased. Why this gets a 5! Remember the server....I had ordered a small wedge and it never came. So when he noticed and I bought it to his attention. He apologized and insisted that he bring it out as it wouldn't be a charge. He cared! And that matters! Check them out! Again a very diverse and eclectic gathering of people at this location! Love Philly! We will be back!

    Lobster Bisque
    Joe A.

    My wife and I went to Ocean Prime for our anniversary. We set up reservations using Open Table. Although I had to make a few changes to the timing the restaurant was accommodating. The ambiance and atmosphere were amazing! The place was clean. The food was delicious! Everything we had we enjoyed it tremendously. The steak was cooked the way we wanted it too and at the end we were full from our meal, which means acceptable portion sizes. The staff there were very nice and polite. Our waiter was extremely friendly and professional. They did set our table up for our anniversary and they provided dessert for us on the house! Food items we had were: Speciality Sushi Roll, Shrimp Sauté, Lobster Bisque, NY Strip Steak, Lobster Tail, Side of Garlic Whipper Potatoes & Bacon Creamed Spinach. And to end off the night with some delicious Crème Brulée. The only con's I had were that they have valet parking, which isn't the bad thing but the sign showed $26 but the valet charged me $33 and didn't explain himself but I also didn't ask. Also, even though the staff and everyone was kind and polite, I felt that the service could've been slightly more faster, but it could've been a busy night so I didn't think it was such a big deal. Regardless, of that I would HIGHLY recommend this place, all around everything went well!

    J F.

    Arrived at 4:30 for an anniversary dinner. The valet quickly took our car with professionalism and efficiency. Walking into the restaurant, we were immediately struck by the intimate ambiance, and the waitstaff made us feel special. Our server was Casey, who helped us make some decisions about our meal, which improved the overall experience. We loved her bacon cream spinach recommendation. Both of our steaks--a filet mignon and New York strip--were excellent. We ate every bite. The dessert--a combination of chocolate and peanut butter-was tasty and capped off a wonderful evening. Although I didn't see coffee on the menu, they had it, and it was piping hot and freshly brewed. What a way to celebrate 13 years! Thanks, Ocean Prime!

    Delvia W.

    My girlfriend and I parked here because valet is very reasonable as opposed to the nearby parking garage right across the street. Keep in mind if you do use the valet to go somewhere close by I believe you have to be back by a certain time so I would ask the valet person. They take cash & card. Atmosphere: low lighting and a little noisy Service: we came here two days in a row, and the following staff was amazing Jeremy, Angus. Q and the star bartender Alexis. If you wanna have some good drinks, Alexis is at The Bar on Tuesday Friday and Saturdays. She's very engaging very knowledgeable, clean and accommodating! I believe during happy hour drinks are five dollars off of the menu drinks and 50% off the food. The calamari is great. The Wagyu burger was OK and the fries were great. They also have on the happy hour menu lamb sliders, and a few other things that are tasty. For dinner or lunch. I would suggest that you make reservations. They also have a Mother's Day brunch that you can book early in the year because it fills up. I hope you enjoy Ocean prime as much as I do if you get to go there. Every time I come to Ocean prime I always get the berries and bubbles because I really enjoy it and they put ice that fizz is up and creates little smoke so it's really great and cool. Not to mention very delicious. This time around I had the lemon pate I believe or something like that. It's a version of a lemon drop; a pineapple pate I think it was called . They have it spicy. It's a little spice to it, but Alexis was so nice to not include the spice for me, but when I did taste it with the spice, it was actually good. Alexis also made me a custom drink and she did a great job ! She checked to see if liked it and even tasted it herself and felt she could do better. she kept at it until she perfected it and that was great customer service . I love great service and Alexis definitely provided that! Overall I enjoy coming to Ocean prime. I have dined here as well and both are great. P.S. I love the popcorn that is served at the bar! It's the truffle oil!

    Gabrielle T.

    Best. Steak. Ever. 5 stars across the board. This place is definitely on the upscale side, so be prepared to drop a bit of cash--but trust me, it is 1000% worth it for a special occasion. For two people, we spent around $150 total and got a 16oz ribeye, Cobb salad, garlic mashed potatoes, and two cocktails. The service? Phenomenal. Like, walked-us-to-our-table, napkin-in-your-lap, menu-read-to-you level of service. They went so above and beyond--it really made the night feel special. We also got free bread and pretzels to start, and they were SO warm, fresh, and delicious. Just the kind of thing that sets the tone for an amazing meal. It's not a fast dining experience by any means--but it's not supposed to be. This is the kind of place where you settle in, enjoy the ambiance, sip your cocktail, and savor every bite. Totally worth the time. And let me be clear: this is the kind of upscale spot where you actually get what you pay for. The food was incredible, the portions were generous, the ambiance was amazing, and the service was flawless. I've been to fancy restaurants where you pay $$$ for tiny portions and "ok" food--this is not that. We literally devoured everything on our plates in under 10 minutes. It was that good. I came here for my birthday, and they made it feel like a true celebration--custom menu, free dessert, the whole thing. I felt so special, and I already want to come back.

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    Great service, better food! The whole experience was exactly what you want when you need a great meal with nice ambiance.

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    How strict is the "business casual" dress code? Are jeans allowed?

    Yes. Most people were wearing nicer attire but there were a few in very casual clothes like a hoodie

    The price range?

    For dinner, drinks and appetizers and tip, dinner for two was $225

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    Enswell

    4.3(121 reviews)
    0.2 miRittenhouse Square

    My family and I got breakfast at Enswell during our stay in Philadelphia. This swanky, hip place…read moreoffers up elevated tasty food and superb service in an exquisitely decorated, albeit small, cafe. We braved negative degree weather for the roughly 10 minute walk from our hotel. We walked in at a good time. This is the type of place where a reservation for breakfast would be required. We were sat immediately. The dining area is tight. A green velvet bench, marble tables, metal chairs, all packed into a small area. You could very well have your butt brush over the table of the patrons next to you if you have to get up for any reason. It's tight. Our server was around quickly. He was super friendly and kept things conversational, light and sophisticated. My wife ordered an iced latte, I had their hot drip coffee. For a starter, we had to try the cinnamon knot bread. While it wasn't what we were expecting, it was good. Although, we wouldn't order again. The bread is presented as a small loaf, room temperature with a cold cream cheese icing drizzled over top. The bread had a mild cinnamon flavor and was dry. It lacked the sweet, moist dough you expect from a cinnamon bread. My wife ordered the French style omelet. This had gruyere cheese and chives. Beautifully plated, perfectly cooked and the taste was spot on. It was good enough to forget that she paid $21 for just an omelet, no meat, no sides. I ordered the Eggs Benedict. Pretty standard here. The eggs had bright orange yolks which is common for farm fresh eggs. The "coffee" hollandaise didn't come across with a coffee flavor but it was rich and went well with the ham and English muffins. One thing that stuck with me was their drip coffee. Not sure if it has been a while since I had a light roast but the Rival Bros. Revolver coffee was so good, I got a bag of whole beans to bring back home with me. I may even order it again online. Enswell succeeded on all fronts. The ambiance and service was great. The decor, impeccable. The food, thoughtful and tasty. The details from the silverware to the plates added to the experience. We would come back.

    I thought this place was very cute. Outdoor limited seating…read moreand indoor area as well. The appeal was to get a quick read in amd have my pup with me. I felt like I ordered the wrong combination. I was able to do an egg sandwich and swap for sourdough bread vs eng muffin. Love that. Didn't love the copper sharp cheese that was a bit messy and tangy. I kept thinking they must have added some type of sauce on it. I'd much rather come back for a simple fried egg combo and chedda cheese. I was also offered sparkling water, but I do wish it had more fizz. The service start to finish was superb in friendly and fast service. I'd come back for mimosa/bar for sure.

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