This is a restaurant that I frequent and one that I recommend to any and anyone who is in Philly to…read morevisit so I was really taken aback when I walked in today to ask if I could get cornbread to take home from the bar as I didn't want to sit and eat it and was told there's no take out. I've gone to the bar on multiple occasions to get just cornbread and an entree to go as well as when I have had reservations to dine in, I've seen people come in, just go to the bar and order take out. I'm really disappointed at this experience and it seems like every time I go to South, It's a different experience and a different enforcement of rules.

My husband and I were in town for one of his fraternity events and were lucky enough to enjoy a…read moredate night with one of our favorite couples. My husband, originally from Philadelphia, had heard great things about South and wanted to check it out. Our visit was a bit last-minute and we didn't have a reservation, but the front-of-house staff was incredibly accommodating, and we were seated without much of a wait. The place is cute - not super fancy but also not too casual. For my entrée, I ordered the Sweet & Spicy Crispy Duck Breast with peach demi-glace, haricot verts, and brown sugar mashed sweet potatoes. The duck breast was excellent--perfectly cooked medium with great flavor. The mashed sweet potatoes were good, though not quite as sweet or flavorful as I expected, so I didn't eat much of them. My husband ordered the Low Country Catfish & Gulf Shrimp with cornmeal-fried catfish, sautéed shrimp, broccolini, collard pesto rice, and tomato-okra sauce. He absolutely raved about every bite and thoroughly enjoyed the dish. However, the true stars of the meal were the sides. The Freshly Baked Skillet Cornbread with Steen's cane syrup and honey butter and the Classic Mac & Cheese made with a blend of four cheeses and sweet cream custard were phenomenal. Both came out piping hot and incredibly flavorful--so good that just thinking about them makes me want to go back for more. Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience and would definitely recommend South. Pro tip: They also offer live music with dinner service in a separate room. Don't make our mistake--be sure to make a reservation if you want to enjoy that part of the experience! "Because dining is more than food - it's flavor, style and elegance that should be savored one bite at a time." - AMC

Birthday dinner for yours truly and I found Rex by googling "cozy restaurants in Philly". I wanted…read morea sophisticated and intimate atmosphere and that's exactly what I got. As my girls arrived to celebrate with me, I loved the oooohs and aaahs from them. The live jazz was the cherry on top. I think the band was called Buddy Boy and there was no cover charge. AMAZING!! We sat in a deep, plush booth in the dining room. Definitely took some major wriggling to get in and out from the center where I sat but they're upholstered beautifully with candle lit marble tables. Service was pretty good, certainly attentive and she was able to corral one of my more picky guest. But the food for all of us, really hit the mark. We had two with the Fried Chicken Dinner which came with greens, Mac and cheese and a small piece of cornbread. One had the ribs that were fall off the bone tender and she raved about the sauce. And I had the grilled oyster appetizer (sorry I missed the pic) and the Frogmore Stew. It was delicious. Flavorful broth, mussels, shrimp, crab, fish, potatoes and corn. Oh and two slices of crispy bread. So good yall. A good time was had. I highly recommend.

Very classy place. The peach cobbler my friend had looked really good but I was overwhelmed eating…read moreother food. The waiter we had suggested I try the mocktail I had. When I heard the ingredients compared to the menu ones, I personally agreed. He really could read my vibe from just looking at me. I did like what they had on the menu, but for me, I do like vanilla and honey like type things more. I would choose this over a chocolate one even though I like chocolate too. I would be open to coming back here even on my own. 1000-2000 South used to be much more residential and just off the radar but it seems to have gentrified with 100-1000 South gentrifying too. 100-1000 South has lost that artsy vibe that you still can see in Tattooed Moms and arguably, even Condom Kingdom for just still being there from the beginning lol. If there is going to be anything to replace that more gritty vibe, Rex at the Royal is definitely a wonderful transition to get in to.

AminaPhilly was an amazing gastronomic experience from the first drink to the dessert. I literally…read morecannot remember having better food at a restaurant, ever! The drinks were potent and delicious. We had the chicken picnic box, turkey wings, crab cakes, salmon, Mac and cheese, greens, Brussels sprouts and the baked apple dessert. Everything was SO GOOD! The waitress (Shay) was friendly and honest and every suggestion was on point. The ambiance and decor is so beautiful and inspiring, which added to the overall experience. I can see myself driving from NY for the day just to eat here. But wait...I also found out that this owner has 4 other restaurants to experience and I will try them all over the next few months.

I've been wanting to try this place since it's original opening/location some years ago. So when…read morethinking of where to take a boyfriend for a dinner/happy hour just the town of us for his birthday, I threw this place out as an option and he went with it. The place itself is pretty clean, the darker decor a guess provides a more grown/upscale like vibe and atmosphere, and seems to be kept pretty clean. The bartender who was our server (boyfriend prefers to sit at the bar) was friendly and attentive in this service to us. Now to the most important part - the eats.... So we really enjoyed all the food we had. The Peri Peri wings were cooked pretty perfectly with a crisp outside but tender and juicy inside. We liked the concept of the Cheese steak Beignets as they did marry those two dishes well. The Mac and Cheese was doing what it's supposed to - cheesy, gooey and tasty. He wasn't the biggest fan of the tacos - think just wasn't his thing - but I liked it and that it was a different take wit the tortilla being a fried tomato. Drinks were good - the first one I ordered was ok, but my second one was exactly what I wanted! We plan to come back again for brunch and to try other dinner menu options.

I recently visited Honey's Sit 'n Eat and witnessed something that truly stood out to me…read more While we were there, a man who appeared to be homeless came in and stood by the register. I paid attention to how the staff would handle the situation. After helping the current customer, the cashier gave him a cup of juice. I didn't see any payment, so I assumed it was offered to him. As he stepped outside, I asked my husband to check if he wanted something to eat. When my husband came back, he told me he had given him money. While that was kind, I honestly would have preferred to get him food myself just to make sure he actually ate. A few minutes later, the man came back in and sat at the counter. At first, I didn't see anyone approach him, but shortly after, the staff brought him a bag with food. I'm not sure if he ordered through the take out window then came in, paid the waiter, or if it was provided to him, but either way, it meant a lot to see. He took his food and left. What stood out most was that the staff didn't ignore him, rush him out, or treat him like he didn't belong. At one point, I even heard a staff member ask if he had received his juice, which made me think this wasn't their first interaction with him. In a world where people are often overlooked or dismissed, it meant a lot to see a business show simple human kindness. Treating people with dignity and empathy shouldn't be rare--but unfortunately, it often is. For that alone, Honey's Sit 'n Eat deserves recognition. Oh... and the food is always great!

Updated review for Honey's Sit & Eat -- still a solid go-to brunch spot…read more The food continues to be consistently good, which is why we keep coming back. It's especially great with kids -- they have a solid kids menu and plenty of side options, which makes it easier to find something for little ones. My 4-year-old loves it, which is always a win. That said, it's almost always packed, especially on weekend mornings, so expect a crowd. Service can be a bit hit or miss during those busy times. Overall, still a dependable breakfast spot with great food and a family-friendly vibe.

The Yelp rating hold up! The his place was great!…read more Out of towner here visiting for the weekend. Turned to Yelp to find a good place and this didn't disappoint. The restaurant has 2 levels and there is an elevator to the second floor. We were seated at a window which was quite nice. We were able to watch the city streets and architecture while enjoying our meal. The service was top notch, they were incredibly fast and attentive. All of the food was fantastic. If I lived around the area this would be a staple for a nice night out!

Had a lovely last minute brunch here on Saturday before we spent a day in the city before our…read moreflight home. We found a last minute reservation and walked quickly there. It's situated right near rittenhouse square so it's a bustling and great area. The spring festival was happening is it was PACKED! We were seated by a window and immediately given water. We ordered some lattes that took quite a while to arrive - we learned they have one coffee machine so things were backed up! Our serve apologized profusely and they gave us a sweet treat on the house at the end of our meal. I ordered the frittata which was delicious and my husband to the omelette . We also got the drop biscuits with strawberry rhubarb jam and omg am good! Our brunch was great and the interior was modern but felt homey and we had the best service and the manager also came to see things were going. I would definitely recommend this place and hope to come back next time I'm in town!

I've been here a couple times. Loved it. Plenty of options and everything was well made…read more Everything I ate had a hint of decadence without being gross or unhealthy. This is my new go-to for chicken & waffles. Concise, excellent beer selection. And interesting, well-made cocktails. The banana cream pie is one of my favorite desserts anywhere. Staff is friendly. Prices were very reasonable.

My friends, get your butt here if you like that retro cool vibe of mid century modern bars and…read morelounges. Also get here early because we went on a TUESDAY and man it filled up fast! We ordered the crispy cheese curds (Wisconsin cheddar, smoked guajillo salsa, and charred scallion ranch). These were a unique take on the classic and I was here for it, definitely try these! I then had the wedge salad (blue cheese, nueske's bacon, cherry tomatoes, radish, pepitas, crispy onions, and thai basil goddess). There were no tomatoes on ours, and so we were given sliced avocado instead. This was an interesting attempt but not my favorite take on this dish, I probably would not get this again. However, the shrimp po boy buns came through to round off this meal! (crispy shrimp, smoky aioli, house made choppy chop, dill on two buttered potato rolls.) These were fantastic and absolutely fire. NOTE they are tiny, almost appetizer sized, which didnt bother me because after the salad and cheese curds I was feeling full already but I would go back and get two orders just for myself they were that good. All in all a great place, I recommend!

Ordered from Sheba's to be delivered. Food came quick which I was surprised about given the…read morereviews. Ordered the jerk chicken platter and bbq chicken platter. I def appreciate that the food comes altogether, you already get your sides and not really nickle and dimed for it. The food: the jerk chicken was okay. It had good flavor but it was dry and lacked salt. The whole meal lacked salt. The collards were pretty basic and I know those yams were from the can but okay. Also, def not "rice and peas" but I did find a bean in my rice so rice and beans I guess. I can't lie I won't be coming back but if you're taste buds are with it go for it.

Sheba's Soul Plate is an unassuming, take-out only restaurant that hides truly delicious bites. I…read moreordered the jerk tofu platter which came with collard greens, yam, and white rice for $14. There was a 25 minute wait and it is small inside, with only a little bench, so I would recommend calling ahead or placing your order ahead of the time online to prevent waiting like I did. The wait though was well worth it! The tofu was crispy and really well-seasoned/packed with flavor. The collard greens were soft and well-seasoned as well. And the yams were so tasty! For me, sometimes yams are too sweet but I felt these yams perfectly balanced the jerk seasoning on the tofu. This meal lasted me ~3 meals because it was very filling with the rice and sides. I highly recommend Sheba's and I am excited to go back to try more food options there soon!

We came here to try the burger and it did not disappoint! Pro tip: The tasty sauce that comes with…read morea burger. Make sure you ask for some extra on the side so that you can dip your skinny perfect fries in the sauce. I'm excited how close this place is to our home and we will definitely come back for more tasty meals. The service was impeccable and the ambience is very date night really romantic and intimate!

We walked over for lunch at around 1 pm and they were packed from reservations but luckily our…read moreparty of 2 was able to get seats at the window counter. The menu was pretty interesting with some fusion items and comfort foods. Dutch Baby - They described this as kind of a steamed pancake and it was pretty tasty. Besides being piping hot, it had the best chewy eggy texture and reminded me of a popover. It wasn't too sweet and got most of the flavor from the berries and light syrup on top. Pork Katsu Breakfast Sandwich - This one sounded the most interesting to us and it came with the pork katsu, egg, aioli and arugula. The chicken was crispy and light and I really enjoyed the sweet brioche bun but it could have used a bit more sauce. The thin crisp fries on the sides were nice too. Overall, we really enjoyed their brunch dishes and do want to come back to try some of their other more popular items like the french toast banana foster that ran out that day.

One thing I really love is trying small businesses and giving them the acknowledgment they deserve…read more This place is bomb! Privately owned and operated and they do an outstanding job. The chicken kebab was great. Reminded me of a Puerto Rican chicken pincho. The sauce was delicious. The Mac and cheese was the main event for me though. Nothing like a home made family Mac n cheese. So happy I ran into them at Roots Picnic. They were very well organized for this event. Super friendly as well :) can't wait to return and try more menu items.

We saw the sign for yall see it country cookin while driving to church and decided to stop by after…read morechurch services. It is located inside of fresh grocer food market. It is a buffet to go at $9.99 a lb. I will say the fried fish and the yams were my favorites. They have throw away gloves for everyone to wear while adding food to the take out container. I would suggest adding name plates to the food so that the patrons know what is being selected. There were a few meat items that I had no clue what it was or what sauce was added to the meat. I have seen country cookin on Instagram and would like to try the crab trays soon!

Bourbon and Branch is great!!! Maddie is the best and gave us amazing service and drinks and I will…read morebe back!

went in for jazz night was BLOWN AWAY WITH THE SERVICE Maddie is such a gem unfortunately I had to…read moreleave a tad early but will be back !!!