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    Adelinas Restaurant & Bar

    3.6 (130 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Outside table for two
    Sherri W.

    The brunch here was fine with the exception of my espresso martini not being made the way it was requested. That was quickly and easily resolved. The lamb chops not being seasoned/flavorful even with the sauce on top. I expect the meat to be able to stand on its own in terms of flavor but these did not. The pesto sauce (I love pesto) gave it a different taste that just did not wow me. It was a bit underwhelming. The standout were the breakfast potatoes. I shared them with my dining companion and she agreed. The scrambled eggs were just that. I thought I ordered them with cheese but when they didn't have cheese in or on them, I chalked it up to me not having communicated that properly. The staff were nice, welcoming, and friendly and we liked the option to sit inside and outside. We chose to sit outside on a beautiful sunny Fall day. I would return to try some other items on the menu. Note: there is free offstreet parking in a lot located in the back of the restaurant turning off Germantown Ave.

    Filet with spinach,  lobster tail
    Ahashta J.

    What a great place! Romantic setting for a couple, see a couple medium sized groups enjoying themselves. Simple music not too loud. Service with a smile. Staff looks you in the eye and is easy to find when you want something. My husband and I split an avocado salad, filet with spinach and added lobster tail and tagliatelle bolognese. Everything was fabulous! Salad was crisp and refreshing. Filet was prepared medium rare to perfection and the lobster tail was sweet and buttery. The tagliatelle stole the show, fresh pasta and creamy meat sauce. With a glass of wine, couldn't ask for more.

    Italian Avocado Salad
    Candice T.

    I was in town visiting family, and my cousin mentioned that she'd wanted to try this place for a little while now. We called to make a reservation, and the woman we spoke with was so kind and accommodating. We asked if we could have a table outside for our party of five, and the reservation was set with no hesitation. When we arrived, parking took a while as the shared lot and surrounding street parking were full. After quite a bit of time, we were able to grab a spot as some ladies were leaving. Once inside, we were greeted warmly by the same woman who'd made our reservation and taken to our seats outside. Our waiter didn't take long to come to our table and take our drink orders. He was patient and kind while we looked over the menu and waited for the last two of our party to arrive. The weather was great and the lighting on the table was a nice touch as the sun went down. Once we placed our orders, it did take a bit of time for the food to come to us but it wasn't a big deal. The cook brought our food and seemed happy to serve us. I didn't get many pictures, but everyone who ordered pasta enjoyed their food. The Caesar salad I ordered could've used more Parmesan and more dressing, so it was just okay. The chicken on top was slightly overdone. My cousin didn't love the sauce that came with her dish; she prefers less sweet and more savory with lamb. She liked the Italian avocado salad though. Overall, I imagine my family may be back for more of the pasta dishes. Like I said, the service was great!

    Espresso Martini. A beautifully presented drink that had our neighbors gazing!
    Hirschfield Lee H.

    I had the wonderful experience of dining at Adelinas for Father's Day and unknowingly, I asked my guest to go to brunch with me not knowing this. But who better to spend an afternoon brunch with than my favorite dining partner in the world. She is the most kind, the most giving, most attentive person in the world so I knew it was going to be a great day on this wonderful day honoring all those who are fathers and those who serve as fathers. But on to the review. I told her I wanted this to be a surprise so I had no idea where we were going. She told me it was in Chestnut Hill so I knew it was, at worst, going to be very good. We arrived at Adelinas and were seated and our server introduced herself as ShayLynn (she was present, not over bearing and very personable). We were eying the prawns but she told us they MAY be out of them. We did not get a definite "86" on the item so after we ordered our drinks we are now waiting on our wonderful appetizers of lamb lollipops and of course, the prawns. We waited and waited and....waited some more, but the wait was not an issue when you are in great company. We talked and laughed and soon our amazing drinks came. She had the Espresso Martini and I had the Sweet Pea. The presentation of the Sweet Pea had our neighbors eying our drinks with envy. The butterfly tea flower had this drink popping with a soft lavender color and the egg white was beautifully sitting atop this concoction. And it had a nice "punch" from sip one. This was a great start but I am not surprised. My friend never chooses an underwhelming place to eat. She has been on the top of her gastronome game for almost 20 years so only the best when she is out. Her martini is equally impressive. As we are enjoying our drinks, our server comes over to tell us they are out of the prawns so we went with the mussels in tomato broth which were excellent. But it was a curious move how the original dish came out with regular unadorned sourdough. But when we asked for more bread, we were treated with sourdough with fresh garlic bits and butter encrusted into the crevices-phenomenal. Who was hiding this gem in the back? The lamb lollipops were a tad bit over cooked, for both me and my guest, and personally, I thought only two lollipops, for the price, were underwhelming and a poor value. However, they were very good and the closer I got to the bone, the better they tasted. The chimichurri and balsamic vinegar accompaniment were delicious! For our mains we got the Egg White Omelet and the Steak and Eggs. I never order anything but a ribeye when dining out but I have noticed that most S&E brunch listings usually offer the strip steak. Why I do not know but it was very lean-too lean for me, but extremely flavorful. The eggs must have been hatched from the free range chickens strutting around in the kitchen this morning because they tasted like fresh fresh eggs. They were fluffy and had a velvety fluffy texture that melted in my mouth. My guest suggested some balsamic vinegar for my steak and if that wasn't a hit I do not know what is. So forward thinking and creative. Next to my drink, the steak dipped in balsamic was my second favorite.We can go on and on about the food. Her egg white omelet tasted as delicious as it looked. The drinks. The ambience. All exceptional, but the real treat is the company you break bread with. This was a Father's Day gift I didn't know I needed and she made it extra special. The hostess who was dressed in a festive red and orange mixed flowing sun dress had a personality and spirit to match her festive colors. She thanked us warmly at the door at our departure and welcomed us back soon.

    Terränce C.

    Great service extremely great atmosphere pleasant hospitality wonderful wonderfully service

    Oreo Cheesecake
    Lisa S.

    Adelina's is so romantic! Cozy, intimate, reasonably priced and just where I imagine two strangers meeting for the first time while they chat over dinner. I had a reservation for 2 at 6:15 on a Friday. We arrived a little early and the hostess said we could choose where we wanted to sit. Since it was a chilly night, the booth seating away from the door was the best option for us. We started out with the stuffed focaccia bread. It was warm and chewy like a bagel but with a fluffier consistency. The cheese inside was very flavorful. I typically don't eat an entire plate of pasta in one sitting, but Adelina's spicy rigatoni was worth every extra calorie! Creamy sauce and not spicy at all. The pasta was cooked al-dente, just how I like it. Finally, we couldn't walk away without dessert. I was craving something super chocolatey and the Oreo cheesecake had chocolate without being too overwhelming. The dollops of whipped cream on the plate added extra sweetness and I dipped a couple spoonfuls of my cheesecake into them. The service was fantastic and the menu was full of the best comfort foods. I'll definitely be back for more of this goodness!

    I went there today for brunch on a solo date. The drinks were 10/10 the food had to be worse food EVER. I ordered the seafood linguine they used Chicken broth you could see the fat separation from the sauce I sent it back it smelled like chicken thighs. I ordered the shrimp Caesar Salad it came with 3 shrimps, soft romaine lettuce, 3 small croutons, and Black pepper on top that cost $28.00. It was a kids portion Salad Works gives you a way better salad. If you go it's for the ambience and drinks eat before you go.

    Homemade apple caramel cheesecake
    Eugenia H.

    After visiting my parents in Mt. Airy, I usually drive through quaint Chestnut Hill before hopping on the PA Turnpike to head home. I noticed Adelina's Italian restaurant today, so we called to see if reservations were available. Yes, come right over. We were greeted warmly and told we could sit at the bar for Happy Hour or sit outside if we wanted to. Alfresco dining in October, absolutely to enjoy the patio with the hibiscus still in bloom. Light tasty Staters: We chose the Mixed olives and Tuna Tartare Light Entrees: Caesar salad with Salmon and Lobster legs (unique for the day) (a lot of work to get but great once you got the lobster) Dessert: the owner's mothers handmade apple caramel cheesecake -scrumptious Parking: Metered on the street, ParkMobile spaces are available across the street from Jenks School. I definitely will return to Adelina's when revisiting Philly.

    Happy Hour Menu
    Shane J.

    Stopped in to experience the Happy Hour because of the mixed reviews, I didn't want to commit to a reservation! The Happy Hour begins @ 4p! The cocktail offerings are $10 and the beers/wines have a discount of $1-3 dollars off regular price! The food offerings are light fare: bruschetta; flatbread; sliders; fries and lamb lollipops. Those prices ranged from: $7-18 dollars! The lamb was cooked with basil pesto...delightful taste! The bruschetta was fresh and enjoyed the sauce that was drizzled on top! My friend ordered off the dinner menu and had the Linguini and it was ok.. The service was adequate and I experienced what many commented on in their reviews...the noise and chatter isn't from the patrons it mainly comes from the service staff having ongoing conversations amongst themselves! They are distracted by their personal conversations and become neglectful of the guests they are servicing! The costs are a bit pricey for average Italian food but I know the neighborhood so I guess it works out!

    Casai H.

    This was my first time at Adelina's. I will say the ambience in here is perfect. It's very nice and very clean. The customer service in here was pretty good. I will say they are slow. The first drink I got was the smoky meal I end up not liking it because it was not good to me. But for brunch, I got the French toast, which was absolutely delicious. But I got another drink as well and I didn't really like it so I probably wouldn't get a cocktail from there again, but the food was pretty good.

    Chicken Parm and spicy rigatoni

    From the moment we entered we had excellent service. The hostess was warm and friendly and promptly guided us to a table. Our waiter was friendly and answered any questions we had about the menu. We ordered the ricotta stuffed focaccia, and the meatballs as the appetizer. Both were delicious! I had the chicken Parmesan with spaghetti and my friend had the spicy rigatoni. Both entrees were really tasty. Would definitely be back the next time I'm in town!

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    Food and service amazing! Had a wonderful birthday dinner with our son and his wife. Best octopus I've ever had! Would highly recommend.

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    Would recommend brunch and dinner. Service was great. Food, dessert and cocktails were delicious. Good vibes.

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