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    Rouge

    3.7 (618 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Dogs allowed

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    Nia D.

    First time here but have heard about it a number of times before. Was suggested by a good friend who typically has good restaurant/food recommendations and who I was meeting up with for dinner that day, so I we went here. Had a reservation, which was good since it was packed and busier than I thought it would be on a Tuesday night. Host and server were both very friendly, welcoming and helpful during our dining experience. We got a couple of apps to share + Shrimp Cocktail and Calamari. Seafood for both were very fresh, everything was presented well and had good taste. Didn't originally plan on getting a drink but decided to get one and, at the recommendation of our server, I got the Passion Icon*Frozen* drink. It was perfect and refreshing for that extremely hot summer day, and had a great balance of sweet and liquor. For my entree, I went with the Herb Chicken Sandwich which was much bigger than I expected when she brought out the plate. Had a good cook, chicken was still juicy with some light flavor to it. All in all, good dining experience. Would see myself going back for drinks, maybe try some more apps and a couple entrees I saw that were of interest.

    Emily S.

    This place was so cute for brunch! The drink menu is fun and seasonal, and the presentation was fantastic. My friend and I both really enjoyed our meal - the food was fresh and flavorful. The service is on the slower side, but they were very busy and the servers/bartenders were super friendly. If you're shopping around the Rittenhouse area on a Saturday morning, you should definitely stop in here. Just don't wait for a table, head straight for the bar seats!

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    Angie B.

    Ugh! First off, read my reviews. I honestly don't remember when I've left a two star review. During Covid, I decided that I was no longer in the business of leaving less than glowing reviews. It's hard out there. I'm not going to take my grievances out on a business if I believe owners are trying. Therefore, I review honestly those that I think you should attend for a beautiful meal. I review those that meet my standards (because who am I? I haven't put my hard earned money into opening a restaurant and hoping that it works). If I'm unsatisfied, I generally just don't review. I'll point you to the beautiful places and if I don't like it, I just let it be. I still stand by this. I want to promote businesses. However, if I feel like people come with their hard earned money and are getting way less than what they pay for then it's a different game. This restaurant is on the higher end. What does one get? Average. Maybe, on some level, less than that. I took a walk around center city today and passed by Rouge. I remembered having a burger there (probably 10 years ago?) that blew my socks off. Today was beautiful and glowy and I decided right then and there that I wanted to revisit this place. I texted my youngest daughter to meet me there and I got a reservation for 7:15. I showed up, gave my name to the hostess who checked my reservation and I was being directed to a table when I hear my daughter yell, "mom!". She was seated and checked in. How was that missed? No big deal, but it was a sign of things to come. I joined my daughter and eventually we put in our order with a server who barely looked at us. It was odd. Ok. Still, I'm patient and if the food is good, well, the odd waiter gets a pass. It wasn't. I ordered the burger and honestly, I've had better at classic burger houses. There is absolutely nothing special about this 27 dollar burger. I asked for medium rare and the center wasn't even pink. I asked for salt because it tasted under seasoned. And the fries? I could have the same taste from a frozen bag from Aldi that I throw on a cookie sheet for the oven. My daughter ordered the steak (again, cooked well, no pink) and the chimichurri sauce was super salty. The nine dollar side of brócoli was boiled broccoli with zero seasoning. Crazy. And is this a club? A bar? A restaurant? The fist pumping music coming out the restaurant was confusing. I can totally acquiesce that it's not my scene but I'm paying high end dinner costs. The check that was dropped at our table was someone else's and stated that we owed $250. I tried to address it promptly and approached an empty hostess stand. Turns out, I passed the hostess on my way to the hostess stand, chatting on the steps with other employees. Call me crazy, but it all seems so unprofessional. Again, if these prices were mediocre bar fare this review would be 100 percent different. I felt taken advantage of, so I'm now trying to bring a bit of justice to those who might come for a semi-high-end experience only to find that their money brought them an average bar in Philadelphia disguised as a place to indulge in good food. Sorry. I do not recommend.

    Katherine O.

    This place is a 10/10. My husband and I went here for a date night and everything was wonderful since the moment we walked in. It was a beautiful day so they had the front open so it had that nice indoor outdoor feel. My husband and I got 2 entrees to share and I mentioned we were sharing so they put a half of each of our sandwiches on our plates. We have never had a restaurant do that before. It was so cute! The service was just above and beyond. The food was delicious. We will be back.

    Meagan G.

    Satisfactory food and service but when you sitting outside, beware as soon as your food comes out these nats are everywhere! I'll give it a 4 of 5. Recommend to not eat outside near the building.

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    Anna P.

    We had a great time at Rouge! Our waitress, Alyssa, was very nice and perfectly attentive. The food and drinks came out in a very timely manner. Very moody, cocktail bar vibes (pretty loud, but I didn't mind). Best part, though, was the food. The grilled chicken sandwich was so delicious!

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    Stephanie D.

    We had a lovely brunch during graduation weekend here. We were up for our son's graduation and decided to get a bite before our 3 hour drive home. We hit Parc up first but the wait would have been an hour. We tried our luck at Rouge and although it was full they were able to accommodate us- we did have to split up with our adult kids at one table and us at another table next to them. Worked out just fine! The staff were kind and attentive, especially our waitress. And we all enjoyed our drinks (bloody Marys and Bellinis) and food- the asparagus and leek omelet was light and delicious; our kids loved their salads, cheesesteak, and traditional breakfast. We had a beautiful view of the park and the restaurant was beautiful and lively on this wonderful Saturday! We'd happily go back next time we're in Philly!

    Megan C.

    A really tricky three star rating for Rouge now that I've been twice. I'll start by saying that I DO recommend going and enjoying! It's a beautiful restaurant and the outdoor dining directly adjacent to the park is lovely. I think the easiest way to breakdown why Rouge sits squarely at three stars for me is to share what I've been blown away by and where I've been left a little cold. The Amazing: + The espresso martini! I am not someone who typically orders this, but whatever they are doing here is working. Perfectly balanced both times I've tried it and hits the spot any time of day. + The wine list. Whoever is running the beverage program here is my favorite person. Great selection of wine, including options from one of the best FLX wineries Lamoreaux Landing. + The covered outdoor dining. + The location (duh) + The very-similar-to-Mcdonalds french fries. I know this could be a big negative for some...I am into it. The less than amazing: + Menu items on the menu not necessarily being stocked. My dining mate attempted to order both oysters and soup only to find out both were unavailable. + Only one working bathroom the day I went with a bit of a wait. + Service can be a bit hit or miss. I think servers cover a large area and many tables at a time so things can get slowed down, especially when dining outside. + I tried the calamari and caprese hoagie on my last visit and found both to be unremarkable. The bread on my hoagie was quite mealy and tough, which is not my preference for that kind of sandwich. Interestingly enough, La Colombe right nearby also serves up a caprese sandwich and I honestly preferred it. Overall a good spot, and worth heading to if you're looking for cocktails or to enjoy some time at the bar/outside. I will be back many times I am sure, and am happy this spot exists.

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    Caitlin T.

    Popped in for post dinner drinks! The lighting was low, music was bumping and our server was so nice!

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    Doug B.

    Cute little place on Rittenhouse Square overlooking the park. Just wanted a quick snack, so I tried the cheese plate. Yum. I really enjoyed this light snack: three cheeses, jams, fruit, and a toasted baguette. The smoked almonds and dates were a nice touch. Of course, city prices at $24. If you want a nice relaxing sit, give them a try.

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    Faith K.

    My friend and I came here for happy hour and we had blast. The bar tender was so nice so friendly the entire staff just amazing. Food amazing and the margaritas were literally the best I've ever had. The inside is a dim candle lit setting very clean and upscale.

    Cheese and Fruit Plate
    Susan V.

    Walked by and loved the atmosphere and music. They had a cute table in the back and seated us right away. Live DJ for lunch with great music. So fun. We only came in for a small bite and it did not disappoint. We had the cheese plate, shrimp cocktail and shared a burger. All were great. The cheese was some unique flavors with an abundance of fruit. The shrimp was classic shrimp cocktail. Nothing special but tasted good. The burger was great! Served with Pomme Frites that were classic delicious French fries. Pros: Good quality food Great music Lovely atmosphere No wait at lunch Service was good Cons: Smaller menu so be sure there is something you like before eating here. Did not refill our drinks (iced tea and lemonade) A little pricey for lunch ($24 shrimp cocktail appetizer) Worth stopping in. Truly lovely place right outside Rittenhouse Square.

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    Rittenhouse location is perfect. Especially lovely on a nice day. Come for the burger. It's amazing

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    I love rouge. It's just plain fun. As a bonus, the food is good too and the service is 1st class!

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    This place was very active for a Wednesday night. Came for after dinner drinks and really enjoyed the espresso martini.

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    Hi I don't see outdoor seating available for reservations on resy is it first come first serve seating?

    Rouge does have outside seating.

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