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Sad to say this place was not it. The restaurant itself is gorgeous. Staff were superb. Just the perfect amount of attention and soo friendly! The xtra dirty martini with Calabrian blue cheese stuffed olives - was prob the best dirty martini I've ever had. The food unfortunately sucked. Definitely not worth the price we paid. And it's a pricey place, but we don't mind paying for quality food and service. It was our 30th anniversary. Waiter was really nice to take off our unfinished sides, truffle fries and miso tossed broccoli. Broccoli was sweet. Fries were soggy and I couldn't taste the truffle. Steak was overcooked. Sauce au poivre was oddly sweet. Scallops were also in a sweet sauce and they potato puree for a lot of dishes, it got really boring to keep eating. Lobster bisque was meh. Chilean sea bass also meh. Tuna app was decent as was the crème brûlée. Would come here for drinks/happy hour if there is one. But not for a full meal.
Food was excellent, we ordered the branzino and the lobster linguine for our mains. The linguine sauce was delicious, it was not overly creamy and had some spices to it. Branzino meat was soft and flavorful. Service was great, our waiter was kind and provided recommendations as well as checked in throughout our meal. The warm butter cake was a wonderful dessert to finish off the meal and we also got a carrot cake on the house for a special occasion. It's on the pricey side though but with seafood, one can expect the bill to be on the higher side.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 :)
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!!!!
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!
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!
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!!
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!
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!
4 months ago
Everything was great. Enjoyed the food, drinks and atmosphere. Bar service was amazing and wish I got the young man's name. Will be returning. read more
5 months ago
7 months ago
Sad to say this place was not it. The restaurant itself is gorgeous. Staff were superb. Just the perfect amount of attention and soo friendly! The xtra dirty martini with Calabrian blue cheese stuffed olives - was prob the best dirty martini I've ever had. The food unfortunately sucked. Definitely not worth the price we paid. And it's a pricey place, but we don't mind paying for quality food and service. It was our 30th anniversary. Waiter was really nice to take off our unfinished sides, truffle fries and miso tossed broccoli. Broccoli was sweet. Fries were soggy and I couldn't taste the truffle. Steak was overcooked. Sauce au poivre was oddly sweet. Scallops were also in a sweet sauce and they potato puree for a lot of dishes, it got really boring to keep eating. Lobster bisque was meh. Chilean sea bass also meh. Tuna app was decent as was the crème brûlée. Would come here for drinks/happy hour if there is one. But not for a full meal. read more
18 days ago
Food was excellent, we ordered the branzino and the lobster linguine for our mains. The linguine sauce was delicious, it was not overly creamy and had some spices to it. Branzino meat was soft and flavorful. Service was great, our waiter was kind and provided recommendations as well as checked in throughout our meal. The warm butter cake was a wonderful dessert to finish off the meal and we also got a carrot cake on the house for a special occasion. It's on the pricey side though but with seafood, one can expect the bill to be on the higher side. read more
7 months ago
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. read more
1 year ago
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. read more
11 months ago
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. read more
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 :) read more
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!!!! read more
2 years ago
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! read more
1 year ago
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! read more
8 months ago
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!! read more
1 year ago
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! read more
1 year ago
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! read more
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! read more
1 year ago
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. read more
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5 months ago
I went here after the theater. Service was fantastic and the ambience was good. I started off with lobster bisque that had chunks of lobster. The entree was an 8 oz filet with blue cheese crusted med rare. It was so dry and I could not taste any blue cheese. All I tasted was salt. The same with the brussels sprouts. Very good but too salty. The bread was ok. I paired it with an OR pinot noir that was great. My dessert was an espresso which they charged me $19 when the menu said $17. I would give back to give it another try and to get something else. read more
9 months ago
2 years ago
In my top 10 restaurants in Philly. Came here multiple times both for a sit down meal and at the bar and was equally impressed both times. Love the dark/intimate ambiance --perfect for a date or special occasion. Service was on point and very attentive. I unknowingly ordered a dessert with nuts in it and when I brought it to the attention of the waiter, he promptly brought a new dessert. Coming from someone who mainly eats seafood If you had to get only one thing here, get the snapper! It is flavorful and tender! I always recommend it anytime I suggest Ocean Prime. The salmon was great too and although not a sushi spot, I was pleasantly surprised by the dynamite roll. The chocolate torte was phenomenal--rich, creamy, and not too sweet (I definitely think about it from time to time). If you want to have a fun, upscale night out, this should definitely be on your list read more
11 months ago
Great vibes took my wife here for her bday and she absolutely loved it. we were going to McCormick and Schmidt's but last min decided against it and went her and it was phenomenal read more
7 months ago
Whenever I travel to Philadelphia for our annual hiring conference, we always make it a point to visit Ocean Prime. What can I say? I LOVE THE FOOD! It never disappoints. Unfortunately, since it was restaurant week, we had an 8:15 pm reservation but weren't seated until closer to 8:45 pm, which was frustrating because we were starving. For the most part, the service was great, but one of our friends had severe allergies to nuts and certain fruits, so she had to be very careful with her choices. When we reached the dessert menu, sadly, none of the options (restaurant week menu) were suitable for her unless she wanted to risk a trip to the hospital. I was hoping the waitress would offer to help, but instead, we had to ask. She seemed surprised by our request as if we were asking for something extravagant. Thankfully, after we inquired, she did ask the manager to substitute a chocolate cake for her. Other than that, everything else was wonderful. Of course, we will be coming back--the food is always consistent! read more
A great place for steak & seafood. They have a good selection of wines and bartenders who can make any drink not on the menu. Good for groups or a romantic get away. Staff is very helpful. read more
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2 years ago
Ocean prime is actually one of my favorite restaurants in the city. Tonight I decided to stop by while I wait for my reservations that I had at another location across the street so I sat at the bar. I ordered a drink and and appetizer. The restaurant was crowded. The noise level wasn't too bad for the amount of people that was inside the restaurant. I was comfortable with the noise level. It's always good service there. I've never had an issue. It's always clean, this place is great date night or celebrations. read more
Ocean Prime was our second happy hour stop on a rainy evening in Philly. We were lucky to get the last high top table in the bar area. Ryan was our server and he was absolutely amazing. They give you the most amazing complimentary truffle popcorn. It was the yummiest popcorn ever, we couldn't get enough. We started with drinks, while we perused the menu. Their happy hour special is $5 off the items on the lounge menu. So, we had a little of everything to start. The Parmesan Truffle Fries were thick cut and pretty good. The Tuna Tartare was very flavorful and the presentation was lovely. The Lamb Lollipops were flavorful as well. Later we ordered dinner to share since we had been eating appetizers for the last 3 hours. We ordered the Rib Eye medium, the Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Spinach which had bacon in it, and one of the sushi rolls. The Rib Eye was delicious, especially with the black truffle butter. The Creamed Spinach and the Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes were delicious. The sushi was ok, the rice was over cooked and kinda mushy. For dessert we had the butter cake, it was good. We loved our time at Ocean Prime and would highly recommend it. read more
5 months ago
A super place for a awesome meal. Rally a comfortable dinning experience with fantastic servers eagerly offering their help when needed. Food was 5* all the way. Tasty, beautifully presented and leaving us with nothing to desire more. A great place overall and well worth it. read more
11 months ago
My daughter took me to Ocean Prime for Father's Day. It enabled her to celebrate me while dining at a restaurant on her list. The design of the restaurant is esthetically pleasing and it appears that they are welcoming to all. The bar section seems to be more casual and several diners had small children. Service was amazing as multiple staff help to ensure your food arrives quickly and finished items are removed promptly. Unfortunately the quality of the food was disappointing. The lobster in the lobster bisque and lobster linguine was chewy and overcooked. The blackened snapper was also overcooked and the roasted brussel sprouts were salty. Overall it was an average dining experience. read more
Wonderful ambiance and super staff; the individuals working with us were very responsive, friendly and knowledgable. We each had 3 courses starting with 1/2 salads for the chop chop and Ocean Prime House; the salads were extremely good. For appetizers, one of us tried the daily special sushi roll (salmon, mango, tobiko with a spicy mango sauce) and the 'surf and turf'. The sushi roll was very good although the mango was not as 'soft' as it should be while the surf and turf's short rib was a little boring and the scallops pretty good. For mains one of us had the ora king salmon and the other had the daily special Chilean sea bass. The ora king salmon was very good but had a different taste than the Alaskan salmon we are used to (is that good or bad?). The Chilean sea bass special was pretty delicious; although we were surprised when we got the bill and it was so much pricier than the menu Chilean sea bass. We also had a side of brussels sprouts that were delicious. We also tried a glass of pinot noir and a glass of shiraz - both were delicious. Also tried a resposado paper plane - wow that was delicious! I know it's Ocean Prime but I opine the mark-ups on alcohol are too high (I would have loved a glass of Prisoner red blend - but at $35 for 6 ounces while a whole bottle costs $50 seems like a hefty mark up I at least wouldn't go for). Total including tip for the 2 of us with all this food was $400 - which I would be happier with if the meal was outstanding. read more
2 years ago
Our first time here as we just moved from California ! Go Birds We sat at the bar and Michael was very good to us! We enjoyed prime rib with all the delicious sides like a twice baked potatoe and creamed corn! The food and service top notch . I appreciated the server boxing our food up so nicely , remind me to ask for extra butter for our steak ! We can't to come back for the tomahawk! read more
1 year ago
We recently celebrated my mom's 60th birthday, and while the food and ambiance were absolutely top-notch, it was our server Andre who truly made the evening exceptional. From the moment we were seated, Andre's warmth, attentiveness, and professionalism stood out. Despite it being a busy night, he made us feel like we were the only table in the room--never rushed, never overlooked, always prioritized. Andre checked in with us throughout the evening with genuine care, ensuring every detail was perfect. His patience and calm demeanor created a relaxed and joyful atmosphere, and his ability to make each diner feel special was nothing short of admirable. As someone who has worked in the service industry, I know how demanding it can be--but Andre handled everything with grace and ease, turning a special occasion into a truly memorable experience. He is a shining example of what exceptional service looks like, and I sincerely hope he gets the recognition he deserves. I'm already looking forward to my next visit, and I'll be hoping Andre is there to greet us again! The restaurant it is a beautiful space , this was my first time in the balcony which I would absolutely recommend. Every meal was perfect, the plating was beautiful and meals were delicious. read more
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124 S 15th St
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Penn Center, Avenue of the Arts South, Rittenhouse Square
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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
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For dinner, drinks and appetizers and tip, dinner for two was $225
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