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    Talula's Garden

    4.5 (2.5k reviews)
    PriceyNew American
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    TALULA'S GARDEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Romantic
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Lamb Bolognese
    Joan V.

    Great service and ambiance. Food was very good. Cute garden on the side. We started with soup & goat cheese. Our favorite dish was scallops & shrimp. Next would be the lamb bolognese, then the branzino. Lemon soufflé was better than berry bread pudding.

    Black Angus Strip
    Nik K.

    I had plans to kick it in the city on a Saturday evening because I had tickets to a show. So, I decided to make a reservation at Talula's since I heard many great things about it. Man, I'm soooo glad I did. I had a 5:00 pm reservation when the place first opened. My party was seated promptly. We ordered drinks. I had the "Lover" which was a cherry and chocolate manhattan. My partner had the "Woodsman," which was Talula's play in an "old fashioned." For an appetizer we tried the cornbread skillet and the Master Class aka 6 Artesian Cheeses. We absolutely loved the Master Class and the cheeses that were featured. I wish I could remember them all. Some were smokey, silky, creamy, and sweet. The cornbread skillet was tasty as well. For entrees, we chose the Black Angus Strip and the Harvest Season Salmon. Both entrees arrived in a timely fashion. I had the pleasure of experiencing the Black Angus Strip, which included crisp potatoes, black garlic aioli, and pickled shallots. My entree was FANTASTIC!!!! I couldn't finish it, but had no problem finishing it the next day. My partner scarfed down his salmon and said it was delicious. We simply loved our dinner at Talula's and would absolutely choose to revisit before our next show in the city.

    chicken and waffles
    Elaine T.

    Super cute restaurant and there is a lot of seating! The food prices were super reasonable. The menu is a little hard to read since it's literally lines of words all mashed together. The biscuit was so good with the butter; definitely get multiple of those. Will need to come back for more! The grits were also delicious.

    Caroline H.

    Incredible food: elevated, warm and colorful. Attentive wait staff and really cozy vibe on the inside. Must try the pasta dishes (rabiola ravioli was a unique version of the pasta and our favorite) and the fish was cooked wonderfully. The wine was great and dessert was unique and tasty. Would love to go back!

    Patricia L.

    An excellent restaurant to include service, food, & cocktails. We had a party of 4 for dinner in October '25, stating this because the menu changes. We sat outside on the patio under the various heat lamps, nice n toasty. We began with "The Master Class" this is a charcuterie board with six cheeses, nuts, and jam. It was yum yum. Very excellently paired. We all very so happy to have this delightful experience. I split the pear & goat cheese salad and this is something you need to experience. Like the ingredients are paired so well in the salad. My taste bud were living their best life. As a vegetarian I ordered the handmade ricotta ravioli. They added a mushroom gravy which made for a protein addition. The pasta was al debate. Ravioli was covered in Swiss, sage, and breadcrumbs. I felt this was a good size entree. For a cocktail I delighted in The Happy Camper. It's bourbon base which I love.

    Michelle P.

    First off, this place is beautiful! The outside is like a magical dream and the inside is a bit fancy but impressive. The service was very nice and accommodating to our needs. We were a big party in town for a business retreat. We shared a few appetizers, including the cheese board, biscuits, and the burrata and tomato salad. All were good, but the biscuits were really a stand out and amazing. For meals I ordered the scallops and shrimp dish while some ordered the chicken, the lamb bolognese, the corvina, and the salmon. All were good but the chicken was wonderful and I wish I had gotten it! By dessert we were so full, but did order the lemon soufflé for us all to have a bite. It was tasty, maybe wouldn't order again, but it had a nice tartness. Would definitely go here again and highly recommend it!

    Danielle R.

    We went to Talula's Garden to celebrate our anniversary, and it was absolutely perfect from start to finish. The atmosphere is cozy and romantic. We started with our drinks. I got the froze. It was perfectly refreshing and fruity! We then got the famous cheddar biscuits, and wow... they live up to the hype. I ordered the chicken and gnocchi, which was rich and comforting without feeling too heavy. everything tasted so fresh and tasty. To celebrate, we shared a cute little dessert (they even wrote "Happy Anniversary" on the plate!) and a they gave us a glass of sparkling wine, which made the night feel extra special. The staff was so kind and thoughtful the whole time. Will recommend to friends and come back if I get the chance.

    Seared sea scallops and fresh gulf shrimp
    Joe R.

    Talula's Garden is probably currently my favorite restaurant in Philadelphia at the moment. My wife and I went here to celebrate our 6-year anniversary, as it's a cute little "date night" spot with both indoor and outdoor seating, and staff went above and beyond to make it truly special. From the moment we sat down, their kindness and attention to detail stood out. They started us off with a delicious sample of their lavash cracker with whipped ricotta, and later surprised us with complimentary mini chocolate chip cookies and glasses of champagne! Our waitress was fantastic! Friendly, knowledgeable, and full of great menu insights. She checked in often and made sure everything was perfect. The Fall-inspired cocktails were delicious and creative, and the food was to die for. I had the seared sea scallops and fresh gulf shrimp over leek risotto. It has been hands down one of the best meals I've had in Philadelphia. Everyone, including our waitress, recommended the cheddar-chive biscuits as an appetizer, so we gave them a try and truly found out what all the hype was about. I can't praise this place enough for the quality of their staff, service, and food. An absolute must-try when in Philly!

    Sorbet/ice cream sampler
    Shawna M.

    This was a fantastic experience. It has the cutest decor and comfortable seating. I came with a party of 5 and the server was spot on and attentive. I got the pork chop because believe it or not, that's a go to when I see it in the menu. It was juicy and had a great flavor. The added cookies and ice cream choices were great too. I have been to several Philly restaurants now, but certainly not as many as a local. With that said, this one tops my list. It's really really great.

    The table (outside)
    Alyssa R.

    I had a the pleasure of being in Philadelphia for an only a day and a half and Talula's Garden was one of the top places on my list to go visit. I'm happy to say they did not disappoint! The Ambiance: visually the inside and outside of this restaurant is beautiful. They are two different vibes. The outside was almost whimsical like an elevated fairy garden, especially as the sun starts to set. The inside is also cozy but at the same time modern and intimate. I chose outside because I went early September and the weather was perfect. The Service: my server was incredible. Almost everything I ordered came at his suggestion and he did not steer my wrong! He warned me that portion sizes are a bit larger (I was by myself so this was a very welcome warning) and he helped me pick some of the greatest hits, in his opinion. I always had a drink and he was always nearby if I needed anything. One of the managers stopped by to check in which was a nice touch as well. The Food: the star of the show! Overall, I was incredible impressed with all of the flavors that work harmoniously and the lightness for some of the dishes was astounding. I felt like I was being transported through a wonderful food journey. My favorites included the line caught tuna crudo, steak frites, espresso martini, and warm chocolate pudding cake. It was an excellent solo meal. I will return to Philadelphia one day and will make sure I stop by here again for a wonderful meal.

    Lorraine A.

    What a great dining experience I had here! Recently took a trip to Philly and had the pleasure of being able to dine at Talula's Garden. Firstly, service was amazing. I dined alone and had no issue getting a table to myself. For a weekday, the restaurant was busy which I feel shows how popular this Talula's is. The restaurant overall has a cozy garden feel to it. With the dim lights and the decor, it definitely gives an intimate feeling to your dining experience. The outside of the restaurant looks fantastic as well and if I'm ever able to dine here again, I will definitely be requesting to sit there. Food was amazing! I ordered and dined on the seared salmon. I was pleasantly surprised at the melody of flavors with the beats, kale and orzo but they came together perfectly. I was also given a complimentary dish before hand that was a burst of flavorful even with its size. I highly recommend and will definitely be back!

    Smoke Roasted Bone-In Pork Chops
    Lisa G.

    A few years ago, while visiting Center City, Philadelphia, we stumbled upon Talula's Garden. We had no idea of the magic that awaited us, but fast forward a few years, on a return trip to the area, we were sure to make a reservation at Talula's again for our first night in town. Driven by local ingredients Talula's Garden, is a farm to table experience conceived by award winning chef Aimee Olexy. The restaurant is nestled on a beautiful street just across from a park and offers both luxurious inside dining and fairytale-esque garden seating options. We began our meal with a bright and refreshing cocktail, The Sicilian, Talula's Blood-Orange Gimlet, which is made with gin, Italian blood orange, fresh lime and agave. A super delicious start to a yummy meal! Next we delighted in the Thai Cucumber Salad, which was deliciously marinated in a sesame chili vinaigrette and garnished with red onion, mint and crunchy peanuts We selected the Bronzino and Roasted Bone-In Pork Chops for our entrees. The Branzino was beautifully seared, flaky and flavorful. It topped a creamy, lemony, white bean puree and was accompanied by broccoli, baby kale and a spectacular garlic-anchovie-chili vinaigrette. The Smoke Roasted Bone-in Pork Chop was charred in just the right way and remained super juicy and fork tender. It was accompanied by cheddar grits, roasted shishitos, poblanos, red onions and chipotle beurre fondue. The only suggestion would be to assess the grits to pork chop ratio as we felt the portion of grits was quite substantial. Overall Talula's is a fantastic find and will remain on our Philly Food Faves list for all future visits!! I highly recommend trying this magical little haven in the heart of Center City!!

    Meyer lemon soufflé cake with raspberry sorbet
    Emily W.

    Thrilled with our dining experience here! Visited on NYE for the first time and everything was exceptional. The drinks, food, service, and ambiance were 5 starts! Loved sharing the biscuits with our appetizers. I wouldn't get the salmon again, so I will most likely try the pork chop or pasta next time.

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    Ask the Community - Talula's Garden

    Do they have high chairs?

    Yes, you can request it to be added to your table

    Anyone know what the dress code is like?

    Casual, can be fancy or not!

    Is there a childrens menu available?

    I dont think so...its not really a "kid-friendly" place.

    Do they have valet parking?

    No they do not

    Is the chef's menu always available? Don't see it on the website.

    I have been to Talula’s multiple times. The Chef’s menu was always available.

    Are dogs allowed?

    Almost positive they are not

    Is the outdoor seating open these days?

    Yes, only outdoor seating in the garden and currently on the sidewalk and in the parking spots on the street.

    Is this restaurant BYOB?

    No. In fact, they have a rather impressive wine & specialty cocktail menu! Enjoy!

    What are the Saturday brunch hours?

    No brunch on Saturday, only Sunday

    Do they allow you to host big parties in the outside area?

    yes!

    What is the wait typically like at 11am for brunch?

    It depends on the day but you will likely need a reservation. If you just show up it could be an hour or more.

    Are dogs allowed in the outdoor seating area?

    No.

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    Bud & Marilyn's - CRISPY CHEESE CURDS (v)

    Bud & Marilyn's

    4.2(1.6k reviews)
    0.5 miWashington Square West
    $$

    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!

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    Bud & Marilyn's - MARILYN'S FRIED CHICKEN

    MARILYN'S FRIED CHICKEN

    Bud & Marilyn's - Old fashioned

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    The Love

    The Love

    4.4(1.3k reviews)
    1.0 miRittenhouse Square, Penn Center
    $$$

    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!

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    The Love
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    Time - Chocolate Pot de Creme

    Time

    3.8(689 reviews)
    0.6 miAvenue of the Arts South
    $$

    My first experience at Time was a good one! I came with a few friends before a performance at the…read moreWalnut Street Theater. It was a quick walk to the theater. The bartender area has table and bar seating. It has a moody vibe with dark lighting and candles. Time has a Happy Hour on Sunday. We sat at the bar. The bartender was attentive and friendly. She was the only server for the bar. It was a good deal! Wines including champagne were $5, a few beers for $5 and $10 for select cocktails. The champagne was good. The bartender suggested a sugar cube and splash of bitters. It took it up a notch! The food was a great deal! Mussels with toasted bread for $9, whipped feta with grapes and nuts for $9 and 2 pork sliders for $5 were all delicious!! I will definitely be back again! FYI if there is live music a $5 surcharge applies.

    I have never been to Time for Happy Hour. This was my go to spot for drinking at night back in the…read moreday. This place wasn't as crowded when we came at 5p on a Sunday but suddenly it picked up. I like how the bar was a long rectangle size. There was plenty of space for everyone to sit comfortably at the bar. The happy hour menu is very decently priced. I got the John Daly which was vodka, lemon, and black tea syrup. I felt like it was too sugary but it was a decent size. I had a champagne as well which was pretty nice. The champagne here is interesting because they put a sugar cube in there. Food wise we shared the pulled pork sliders, whipped feta, and half pound mussels. For 5 dollars, the pulled pork sliders is a must get. I really liked the bread and the pickles. The half pound mussels was really small. We were shocked it was a half a pound. It was pretty good and had some spice to it. I really liked how this dish had hot Italian sausage. We also had the whipped feta. I liked the pecans that were on top of that dish.

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    Time - Live band

    Live band

    Time - Fried Chicken Sandwich w/ Bacon

    Fried Chicken Sandwich w/ Bacon

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    Hatch & Coop

    Hatch & Coop

    3.7(210 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $

    6'2024 Super…read moreconvenient, open all night spot. This place happened to be at the end of the block from my Air BnB at 1am. I was hungry, and open to a yum late night meal. They were crowded but quick! Hubby and enjoyed our food (pictured) and would certainly visit again. I highly recommend this spot for great late night eats.

    Hatch & Coop is 24-hr eatery serving egg and chicken dishes that would satisfy any late night…read morecraving. --- If you're ever craving an egg or chicken sandwich at odd hours of the day, Hatch & Coop is your place. There are many tables, making it good for groups, but the interior is pretty bare. The wall is adorned with whimsical fox and chicken imagery, referencing the Hatch and Coop name. As of 05/2025, they supposedly offer 10% off your order by showing your SEPTA card. But, I'd confirm this offer before ordering to ensure it's honored. When I was there in the early morning, the cook (who also takes orders) didn't recognize the deal and didn't know how to punch it in. So, it was a bit of a letdown we couldn't redeem the deal, but we still wanted to try the sandwiches after hearing great things about them. I ordered The Hatch and Coop Sandwich (egg, cheese, chicken) on a round roll at the kiosk. You can customize your bread, egg (fried or scrambled), and cheese (provolone, american, or cheddar). The sandwiches come without any sauce unless you order sauce (extra $$) on the side. I highly recommend the Hatch Sauce- a typical mayo sauce with a little spice. I found The Hatch and Coop Sandwich to be just pretty good but I wish it had more heft to it. The chicken was juicy and well cooked, but I wish there was more. The cheese did the cheesing and coated the chicken, but the sandwich had far too many onions for my liking. With the Hatch Sauce, I felt the sandwich was tied together but it was a little odd to me the sandwich doesn't have sauce on its own. I'm giving Hatch and Coop the benefit of the doubt since it was so early in the morning, but I found my sandwich to be just OK. However, I will be back to try the fried chicken sandwiches, which I've heard rave reviews for.

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    Hatch & Coop - BBQ chicken sandwich with house cut curly fries and popcorn chicken

    BBQ chicken sandwich with house cut curly fries and popcorn chicken

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    Hatch & Coop - Back again! The Honey sandwich and potato pancakes.

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    Back again! The Honey sandwich and potato pancakes.

    Friday Saturday Sunday

    Friday Saturday Sunday

    4.5(422 reviews)
    1.3 miRittenhouse Square
    $$$$

    Literally one of the best meals I've ever had!…read more So this is definitely a splurge, it's expensive. But you are getting not only spectacular food, but exquisite service, a gorgeous and intimate environment and a long and lingering meal - they aren't rushing you out here, they want you to rest between courses and have an excellent experience. It's a set prix fix menu that changes regularly of seven courses plus an opening snack and two desserts. Portions are tiny but it adds up and you will not leave hungry! I am a vegetarian and they easily accommodated me with advanced notice. They also offer a wine pairing, which we skipped, but know friends have done it and said it was fabulous (but be forewarned... they give full pours so you will be very tipsy!). We saw some couples sharing a single wine pairing and that seemed like a smart idea. It's very hard to get a reservation- on the first of the month they open up reservations for the following month, and they go fast! It's on the second floor of an old townhouse so there are stairs to climb. The first floor is a bar with first come, first serve seating. At the bar they have a different menu with full sized portions. Can't wait to go back and try that out! Highly, highly recommend and I can't wait for an excuse to go back!

    I was so excited to go to FSS after they won a Michelin star. However, I left disappointed and will…read morelikely not be returning. We got the tasting menu (with the additional lobster snack), and got 3 drinks total. After tax and tip, this meal cost us ~$600 dollars for 2 people. At that price point this should've been the best meal I've ever had in philly - or one of the best in my life tbh. But I was so disappointed in each dish. Almost everything fell flat to my palate. With small bite presentations such as this, I firmly believe that each bite needs to taste like a flavor bomb in my mouth. Instead, it all tasted very 2 dimensional and was severely lacking in some acidity or spice. Didn't even bother taking a picture of all the dishes. I don't believe FSS is on par with other Michelin star meals I've had, especially not at this price point. Overall, don't waste your money at FSS if you want to celebrate an occasion. You're honestly better off going to a starr restaurant and paying less than half the price ‍

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    Friday Saturday Sunday - Bar Area

    Bar Area

    Friday Saturday Sunday - Shrimp Cocktail

    Shrimp Cocktail

    Friday Saturday Sunday - Snack Course. Tomato tart and scallops

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    Snack Course. Tomato tart and scallops

    Talula's Garden - newamerican - Updated May 2026

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