Kept passing by this restaurant and finally decided to go as I was craving Mediterranean. The…read moreinterior is small so you'll have a more intimate experience with whoever youre sittinf around, so just be mindful! The interior is rustic with an open concept for a portion of the kitchen where they do wood fire pizza. The Summer Squash Arincini were delicious, very flavorful, and you get 4 or 5 so a nice amount to share. I got the Bronzino and it was a nice portion of fish with the couscous salad. It fills you up without making you feel too heavy. The Salsiccia pizza was ordered by my partner so i didn't have much but the slice I had was a classic thin crust. The tiramisu was great, it had crispy bits of chocolate in top that added a nice texture. There was so much of it tho, we had to take the rest home. Loved the presentation in the cup!

Whipped ricotta- 8/10 House Ground Meatballs:…read morecaciocavallo-stuffed short rib + pork meatballs / pickled pepper relish / rustic sauce / grilled bread - 5/10 Pan Seared Gnocchi: delicata squash / maitake / kale / lemon / parmesan brodo / fiore sardo - 9/10 Uovo: house white sauce / mozzarella / brussels sprouts / pork guanciale / truffled egg / parmesan - 8/10 Salted Caramel Budino: dark chocolate crust / salted caramel / whipped crème fraiche - 10/10

Great place with good food. The atmosphere is terrific…read more Next time you're down there ask for Jack.

Darling Jack's is a place that knows what it wants to be, and executes well!…read more We stopped by here for lunch, and the experience was excellent. The vibes are old-timey bar, without feeling dingy or out of date. The place had all the fixings of a neighborhood pub, with wood paneling and intimate booths, but still somehow felt modern. The menu was great, blending classic bar food with some healthy, more elevated options. There were a few different burgers available, as well as salads, bowls, and a few other apps. I had a salmon bowl and was really blown away. The salmon was prepared well, and came out with a medley of sides that made for a delicious, healthy(ish) dish! The burger was also a hit with my colleague, good temperature and tasty. Really glad we stopped by here, I'd definitely come back for another meal!

I personally always enjoy coming to Grandma's. The food has always been delicious and I'm…read morepersonally a fan of dishes coming out as soon as they're done. I do recommend making a reservation as they can be pretty slammed on Fridays/weekends. The Srirachi wings had a nice crunch to them while still keeping the chicken juicy inside. It would've been nice to have an even amount of wings to drumsticks though, as I like flats more, but thats just a personal preference. The crabmeat fried rice was amazing, a really good portion of chunks of crabmeat mixed in so each spoonful had some. The duck curry was a "Grandma's special" so a much bigger portion and cost - but reasonable. The duck wasnt dry and had a good flavor throughout, not relying on the curry to give taste. The curry also had a hint of sweetness to it which complements the greasiness of the duck. The papaya salad felt very refreshing - we got it at level one as to not overpower our taste buds with all the other food. I did get some chili pepper on the side to add in later. My one recommendation is having Thai peppers as an option instead of dried chili flakes. I much prefer the taste of fresh Thai pepper to add the extra heat. The mango sticky rice is always a favorite. The mango is soft and ripe, the right amount of sweetness. They also mix pandan in with the sticky rice for a more impactful umami (Im also a big advocate for pandan in desserts).

Very hip place in Center City. It was bustling around dinner time. We actually had a reservation…read morebut ended up getting seated at least 45 minutes after our reservation time because of how busy it was which was a bit annoying. We had to consistently ask staff when we would be seated and they never gave us an estimated time frame, which resulted in us awkwardly hanging out by the entrance until a table was ready. Our waitress seemed rather annoyed every time she visited our table (which was not very often). The food was solid, although I wouldn't say it blew me away. I had the Ratchada duck which was good and flavorful. We shared some small plates which were also good. Drinks were okay. I think it was worth trying, but I do think this place is a little overhyped. The mediocre service is probably enough to make it not worth the hassle of waiting.

We've been coming here for a number of years and enjoy it consistently. The menu is extensive from…read morenoodle dishes, to Sechuan, and Taiwanese selections. The homemade DanDan noodles were our favorite, which are served with ground pork in a spicy peanut sauce. We also got the three cup chicken which was so good, with a sweet, licorice-like glaze. Some other favorites were the black pepper chicken and the long hot chicken, if you enjoy spice. We had the ginger and scallion dish and was not our favorite, as the chicken had a unique consistency and was quite limp. Overall, good service and a relaxing ambiance in a bustling city.

Ordered simple egg drop soup and spring rolls…read more Spring rolls weee super flavorful but really greasy. The dipping sauce was delicious tho and really helped subdue the oil flavor The egg drop soup may have been good....i wouldn't know because it was delivery and I requested silverware since I am at a hotel and I never received it

Great pub atmosphere with tasty British comfort food. The fish and chips were crispy and flavorful,…read moreand the service was friendly and attentive. Would happily come back!

We had a University of Birmingham gathering here a couple of years ago, and it felt wonderfully…read morenostalgic. The menu, the food, the service, even the décor brought back fond memories of our years in Birmingham, UK. If you're in the mood for somewhere refined, charming, and just a little old-fashioned--in the best possible way--this is a lovely place to visit. And naturally, the fish and chips are not to be missed. It's right in the heart of Rittenhouse Square, one of the loveliest parts of Center City Philadelphia.

For me, Dizengoff is the less pretentious, more enjoyable version of Zahav. It delivers the same…read moregeneral Middle Eastern inspiration without the stiffness or the feeling that you need to make an occasion out of everything. One of the best things about this place is how approachable it is. You can usually walk in, grab a seat, or find a spot at the bar without the unnecessary restrictions you might encounter at Zahav, where apparently even ordering a drink at the bar can become an issue. During the day, the space is fantastic. Incredible natural light, a bright and lively atmosphere, and a casual energy that makes you want to stick around. The hummus dishes are excellent, the salads are consistently fresh, and the service is warm and genuinely hospitable. There's nothing overly complicated about what Dizengoff does, and that's precisely the point. Great food, a welcoming atmosphere, and an experience that feels effortless rather than overly orchestrated. I love this place. It's the kind of restaurant that makes you want to come back regularly, not just save it for a special occasion. Sometimes, the less pretentious version really is the better one.

Lovely ambience and quick service. All ingredients tasted fresh…read more We got the: Labneh with Pita 5/5 - perfect texture, creamy and the seasoning was delicious. The pita was fresh and fluffy. Malawach Egg in the Hole 4/5 - was quite good and I liked the schug topping but the egg was a bit overpowering (as I should have expected because of the dish description! :) I wish I had tried the shakshouka instead Fries 5/5 - the best, most potato-ey fries I have had in a while. The dip with it was a little extra tangy - not my personal preference but my friends loved it!

I recently went to The Love in Philly (my second time eating here!) and it was fantastic! A really…read morecute restaurant, right in Rittenhouse Square, close to shopping and all of the fabulous offerings of Walnut St. My husband and I went for brunch and we had a wonderful experience. Our waiter was attentive, explained all seasonal options, and gave us great recs! We had 2 mocktails, one called Clean Livin', which was a grapefruit Paloma with hibiscus and they were also able to make a NA Bloody Mary, which was actually delicious! Sometimes mocktails are hit or miss, but they really hit a home run with both. The beet salad was outstanding; not something I would typically order, but it was recommended and now I'm obsessed with beets?? Thanks to The Love! It was savory, a little sweet, and the herb yogurt was earthy, bright, and the perfect balance with the beets. The burrata toast was delicious too, with crispy bread, fresh strawberries, and an arugula salad. It was seasonal and bursting with flavor. I love when restaurants showcase seasonal produce and this was the perfect example to highlight seasonality. If you're in Rittenhouse Square, make your way to The Love and you won't be disappointed!

Top tier food and great for prices. Very hospitable and gracious staff for brunch. Cozy, simple…read moremodern farmhouse aesthetic. Lovely quiet upstairs section. Downstairs was pretty noisy. Only thing I did not love was the hush puppies.

I can't believe I haven't been to this restaurant sooner ! I've walked past this place so many…read moretimes, it's hard to spot but once you're inside you head downstairs and are greeted with a truly beautiful restaurant .... Perfect for date night ! The servers were attentive .. They had a great selection of cocktails and every single pasta dish was flavorful and made perfectly! I will definitely be returning . Also bonus points for the beautiful & clean bathrooms!

Came here for happy hour, which is available even on weekends, and first of all, this place is…read moreGORGEOUS. The vibes are immaculate. It's dim, stylish, and has that intimate, moody atmosphere that makes you want to dress up a little and take approximately a million pictures. Trust me, bring your friends, bring your date, and take pictures! It's perfect for a date night or a girls' night out. We decided to try everything on the seafood section of the happy hour menu, which was a pretty fun way to sample a little bit of everything. The happy hour menu itself is great, especially if you want to experience a restaurant like this without paying full dinner prices. The staff were polite, and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time, so no complaints there! Now, here's where things get a little interesting. My friend and I had VERY different opinions on some of the dishes, so take our experience with a grain of salt! The clams were a hit with my friend, but I personally thought they were pretty mid. Meanwhile, the mussels were the opposite. My friend wasn't particularly impressed, but I absolutely adored them. Funny how that works when you're sharing food! The calamari and fritto misto were also very similar dishes, with the main difference being the addition of zucchini to the fritto misto. I would have liked a little more distinction between the two, especially when ordering the entire seafood happy hour selection. Both were carried pretty heavily by the accompanying sauce. Don't get me wrong, the sauce was good, but the seafood itself didn't have a whole lot of flavor going on. I wanted a little more from the actual ingredients rather than relying on the sauce to do all the heavy lifting. The shrimp scampi, though? AMAZING. Easily one of my favorites of the night! My only complaint was that the portion was quite small. Granted, this IS the happy hour menu, so I wasn't expecting a full dinner-sized serving, but I could have happily eaten more. Overall, the food was a bit of a mixed bag for us. Some dishes were great, others were just okay, and our differing opinions made it hard to come to a unanimous verdict. Maybe you'll love the clams and hate the mussels, or vice versa! What I can confidently say is that the atmosphere is fantastic, the staff were polite, and the happy hour is worth checking out. It's a great way to enjoy this beautiful restaurant without committing to a full-priced dinner. I'm giving it 4 stars because I really enjoyed the overall experience, even if the food itself was a little hit or miss. I'd come back for the vibes and happy hour, but I'd probably be more selective about what I order next time.

El Vez has good Mexican food in a fun, upscale setting. The menu has all the staples, focusing…read moremainly on tacos and enchiladas. They also have an extensive tequila list, and margaritas to round out the theme. Our group got chips and guacamole to start, which were good. Guac tasted fresh, pretty standard fare. For entrees, I got the cauliflower al pastor tacos, and was happy with my dish. The seasoning was pretty good for a creative twist on al pastor...no pineapple though, which was disappointing. Service was phenomenal, our server was incredible at keeping an eye on us, and É was especially helpful in accommodating the various dietary restrictions within our group. Definitely a good choice for Mexican in a nice setting!

The service was pretty good. Attentive…read more I really liked the red snapper. Cooked well. The rice was perfect!

A few days before the birth of our first child, one of my oldest friends came down from Brooklyn…read morefor what we understood would be my final properly indulgent night before parenthood. We have known each other since we were five, lived together in New York for six years, and stayed close through marriages, children, and jobs that occasionally made us question our sanity. He has seen me at my absolute best and worst, and he was also the person who helped me get fit and regain some discipline while we worked in finance and used excess to numb the misery of those jobs. Choosing Butcher & Singer gave the evening exactly the ceremonial weight it deserved. Steakhouses take on different meanings as you move through life. In your early twenties, an expense account dinner feels like the dream: free drinks and an extravagant meal while you are broke, eating ramen, and sitting at the bottom of the professional food chain. By your early thirties, after enough wining and dining in Midtown Manhattan, the ritual can feel exhausted, and another steakhouse dinner holds little appeal. In your early forties, with young children and fewer unstructured nights, catching up with a lifelong best friend over a great steak feels incredibly meaningful, partly because neither the dinner nor the friendship needs to become a weekly habit. That contrast was especially fitting because my friend is remarkably health-conscious and frugal despite being tremendously successful. He seldom strays from his disciplined diet, while I have historically been much more willing to wander toward fries, dessert, and whatever reckless topping appears on the menu. A traditional steakhouse lets both people leave satisfied: one can order a lean steak and vegetables, while the other can treat the table as permission to suspend judgment for two hours. We shared the same celebratory dinner, but our plates still reflected exactly who each of us had always been. Inside, Butcher & Singer delivers the classic steakhouse fantasy with extraordinary conviction. The soaring ceiling, monumental columns, and amber lighting give the dining room a glamorous scale, while the dark wood, painted murals, and small shaded lamps keep all that grandeur from becoming severe. This is where Stephen Starr's judgment becomes especially apparent, because both Butcher & Singer and nearby Barclay Prime depend on concepts that could age badly: one could become stuffy and antiquated, while the other could become glossy and artificial. Instead, Butcher & Singer still feels transportive, Barclay Prime remains contemporary and cool, and each succeeds because the design, service, and atmosphere are executed with total confidence. Our meal included what I believe was a Caesar salad, filet mignon, asparagus, fries, and a rich chocolate fudge cake. I added a blue cheese garnish to my steak, a completely unnecessary flourish that became the crown jewel on an already excellent piece of meat, while my friend kept his side of the table considerably cleaner. Parc creates a useful third point in Starr's small Rittenhouse constellation: its bar steak and burger offer a more casual form of red meat, somewhere between an ordinary dinner and the full ceremony of Butcher & Singer or Barclay Prime. I appreciate both, but a burger leaves me feeling heavier, while a properly cooked lean steak can feel filling and indulgent without ruining the rest of the night. Only one detail could have improved our experience. We sat at a small table near the host stand and the clock, which was comfortable and entirely reasonable for a table for two, but it left us slightly outside the dramatic center of the room. This was no one's fault, merely the kind of learned preference that comes from seeing the full room afterward and knowing where I would request to sit on a future visit. I hope to return when the budget allows, settle farther inside among the leather booths, glowing lamps, and sweep of the murals, and once again let Butcher & Singer make a rare night with an old friend feel worthy of savoring.

This place is stunning on the inside and I absolutely love the lore of all the movies that have…read morebeen filmed inside and the various businesses that the building housed before the restaurant. With that, the food was good and it didn't feel just like your typical steakhouse and I attribute that to the service and how wonderful the staff was. We ordered the oysters, onion soup, delmanico steak, porter house, and the fillet. The table shared the hash brown which was absolutely delicious and by far one of the best items I've had at a steakhouse potato wise. We also ordered the asparagus and the seasonal corn dish. For dessert we had peanut butter tart, cheesecake, and ice cream. Over all this was a great experience and I would definitely come back.