Filipino cuisine in Philly can be a hit-or-miss at times, but Baby's has always nailed it at every…read moremoment. I've been twice now, first time since after their temporary closure summer 2026, and the ambiance is just as welcoming and cozy. The interior gives a lot of space for dining but also study, and there's plenty of merch to purchase as well. The restaurant doubles as a café and bakery, with some of the best matcha and hojicha lattes and baked goods around. The Food Breakdown: Kanto Fried Chicken Sando (5/5) - The hot chili oil comes through each juicy bite, and the brioche is soft and just complements the overall sandwich really well. Their fries are also seasoned very well, making for a great bite.

Came to Baby's for lunch with a friend since we were craving Filipino food. As a Filipino, I…read moredefinitely had high expectations going in. Overall, this place was good. You order at the front and then find a table upstairs. There's plenty of seating, and the interior has a really cool vibe with nice decor. The food did take quite a while to come out despite it not being too busy when we visited. We started with the ensaymada after seeing all the baked goods displayed at the front. The presentation was really eye-catching and enticed me to order it, but unfortunately, it wasn't that great. It wasn't very soft and was served pretty cold, so I really wish they had warmed it up. The cream on the outside was also pretty thin, and overall it tasted a little too bready for me. I definitely enjoyed our main dishes more. I got the kare-kare katsu, which I was excited to try since kare-kare is one of my favorite Filipino dishes and I also love Japanese katsu. The fusion sounded really interesting! It was pretty good, although I wish the sauce had more of that traditional strong peanut flavor you expect from kare-kare. The katsu itself was fairly standard, but everything still worked well together. My friend got the shredded beef tapsilog, which I actually thought was better than my dish. The beef was flavorful, and I liked that it came with a generous portion of vegetables. I definitely want to come back for their weekend brunch menu because I've heard their buko pandan pancakes are really good. We didn't realize they were only available on the weekends, which was a little disappointing. I wish some of their weekend items were available during the week too! Overall, Baby's is a pretty decent Filipino spot. A lot of the dishes feel more modernized and fusion-inspired rather than super traditional or authentic, but the food was still enjoyable. I'd come back, especially to give their weekend brunch a try!

Went for the Sunday happy hour which starts at 2pm. It wasn't crowded at all. Their happy hour…read moremenus were extensive. Lots of great options. The Korean fried chicken was so good!!

My girlfriend and I came to SouthGate to watch the World Cup Final while enjoying their happy hour…read morefood and drinks. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and is set up nicely, making it a fun place to catch a game. Overall, we had a great experience, with the service being the standout. Overall Ratings Atmosphere - 5/5 Service - 5/5 Food - 4/5 Parking - Street Parking Atmosphere - The restaurant has a modern and inviting atmosphere with plenty of seating. It's a great spot to watch sporting events, and the energy during the World Cup Final made the experience even more enjoyable. Service - Our two servers were absolutely amazing. They were personable, friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. They checked on us regularly without being overbearing and were happy to answer our questions. Their excellent service really elevated the entire experience. What We Ordered - -SouthGate Citywide - Good. A refreshing drink that paired well with the food. -$1 Wings - Excellent value. The wings were crispy, cooked consistently, and had great flavor. We tried both the soy and spicy sauces, and both were delicious. -Sotteok-Sotteok - Unfortunately, this was the only disappointing item. The rice cakes were noticeably undercooked, and the Japanese sausages tasted like standard store bought varieties. Considering the wait time and the price, this dish didn't live up to expectations. Final Thoughts - While one of the food items missed the mark, everything else about the experience was excellent. The atmosphere was fun, the wings were a great value, and the service was outstanding. Honestly, just the interactions we had with our servers alone would be enough reason for me to come back. I'd happily return for the drinks, the wings, and to try more of the menu.

Attended our reservation for Gabriella's Vietnam while visiting Philly, and I'm really glad we did…read more The service was friendly and attentive without ever feeling over the top. Everything we ordered was delicious, but the steak was definitely the standout. It was super tender, and the green sauce that came with it was so good that I wanted to put it on everything. The clams were also perfectly cooked. Fresh, flavorful, and not overdone. Overall, it was a great meal. Would recommend!

We visited Gabriella's Vietnam this weekend and are pretty satisfied with our dinner there. The…read morerestaurant is located in south Philly so mostly street parking (but even on a Saturday evening, there are still some available near by). We ordered couple appetizers and three main dishes: 1) Water Fern Dumplings: Very unique and tasty. Love the dipping sauce. 2) Fried calamari : seasoned perfectly and crispy. 3) Shaken Beef: Fresh and grilled well. 4) Lemongrass Tofu: Kind of sweet and sour, not much lemongrass flavor, but our daughter loves it. 5) Seafood Fried Rice: Good but nothing special. Overall, great good and good service.

Great food and service. Genuine. Comes with some fun performance too for some dishes.read more

In response to the owner: Creating a $19 menu that is only available to Chinese-speaking people is…read moreinappropriate and discriminatory. Businesses should not limit promotions based on language or cultural backgrounds. People from different cultures are able to enjoy other cuisines. The Chinese-speaking menu has way better options and quality than the English one, which is very disappointing. I advise everyone to not dine here. This was my biggest concern with this restaurant. There was a menu on the back of the happy hour card that was written only in Chinese. I asked the waitress about it and questioned why there wasn't an English version available. Her first response was that it was "for the Chinese elders", which is not listed anywhere on the menu by the way. After returning to the table, she added that many people "don't eat pork or like spicy food." I explained that spicy food and pork are enjoyed across many cultures, including African cuisines, so that reasoning didn't make sense to me. Her final explanation was that they simply hadn't printed an English version yet. The interaction felt dismissive and inconsistent, which left a bad impression. Beyond that, the overall service was poor. The atmosphere did not feel welcoming, there were no check-ins during the meal, and food was dropped off without any follow-up or engagement from the staff. If you do not speak Chinese, you are able to use Chatgpt for translation. Philly is a diverse city and does not need any business that is unable to cater to all customers fairly. Lastly- the food is very underwhelming. The blueberry tao chicken and udon noodles were overcooked. The fried rice was salty. The string beans and wontons were good.

A very solid option for AYCE KBBQ in UCity!…read more I was craving for KBBQ after having it for my dad's bday, and wifey and I needed a date night idea. So why not eating way too much protein while our faces soak up that delicious grease and smoke? It turns out there are no reasons why not. The meat selection is pretty good for a spot that I didn't get the impression specializes in KBBQ - it was, after all, a hot pot spot first. But they've got your classics: LA galbi, bulgogi beef, thinly sliced fatty brisket, pork belly, spicy gochujang pork shoulder, you know what it is. But they also have some deep cuts: pork cheek and beef tongue! I think those are only available for dinner, but still. Delicious. They also have a good selection of seafood. Their marinated scallops and squid were a hit. I believe they also have mussels, shrimp, all the good stuff. One thing I wish they had more of was a wider variety of side dishes (banchan). They had radish kimchi and marinated cucumbers when I went, but cabbage kimchi was all out that day, and I just feel like one more little side dish would have made it perfect... like maybe some potato salad or the like. Because it's a hot pot joint, the sauce game is on point though. Plenty of sesame oil and soybean paste to slather your grilled goodies in. Plus, some vinegars, fresh herbs, other chili oils, and the like that would normally be used for hot pot. Mix and match to your delight. Drinks were varied and very reasonably priced. All the usual suspects from soju to sake. I'll come back with friends when bulking season comes around, for sure!

Pretty good spot for KBBQ, especially if you're looking for something fairly priced! They also have…read morea sauce bar where you can mix and match sauces for the meats, which was a nice touch. Some of the meats came to our table still frozen, so we had to wait quite a while for them to cook. Overall, I think there are other spots I'd choose for KBBQ, but I'd definitely come back to try their hot pot! We wished we had gone with that instead.

Amazing food! Came here with my partner and friend and we got a bunch of different rolls. I would…read moredefinitely recommend the passion fruit mule and the spicy scallops and the miso butter cod! Absolutely would come back again!

First time here. Everything was very good. Servers were attentive and super nice. All the handrolls…read moreare very good with lots of variety

My flavorful and crispy Salt & Pepper Tofu & thirst quenching Freshly Squeezed Limeade are cost…read moreeffective, made timely & consistently delicious!!! Very nice ambiance and great service if dining in. Loyal customer for years!

We ordered the Chả Cá Lã Vọng (Turmeric Fish). It was prepared with basa and had a very mild,…read moreapproachable taste, served with a plentiful and fresh variety of greens for wrapping. While the dish was enjoyable, I wish the Mắm Tôm (fermented shrimp paste) had been included as it appears in the menu description. When I asked for hot oil, we were served Sriracha, so I had to be more specific to get the house chili oil. Perhaps my partner's request for a fork and spoon pinned us as "safe" diners! Judging from other reviews, this might not be your first choice for Phở -- though the Súp Cua (crabmeat soup) seems to be a notable exception. From our experience, Pho Today or Pho Ha still hold the crown for the best Phở and generous portions. On a high note: the Chả Giò (spring rolls) were excellent -- better than most we've had lately. Le Viet is the ideal place for a crowd that wants a full bar, sports on TV, and authentic Vietnamese food. The dark, modern ambience and generous spacing between tables mean you can actually talk (and talk loudly) without bothering your neighbors. The staff -- specifically a young man and woman who helped us -- were incredibly nice and accommodating.

I visited Mei Mei during a recent visit to Philly! They're located in Old City. I saw it on IG and…read moreknew I had to make my way here. I'm glad I did! It's a vibe. I recommend making reservations. On a Saturday night, it was very busy. We got bar seating. Service was good! The korean fried chicken wings were delicious. I enjoyed my drinks but my fave was the lychee twist. This place is super cute for a date night or birthday. I would come back!

The food is way overpriced Overcooked noodles with braised…read moreoxtail and tick sauce $28 It doesn't taste fresh no matter how much garden cress u add on each menu . The cocktails and beer is ok The Ambiente looks nice romantic for relaxing But it's kinda dark so you can't really read the menu and see your food what's in your bowl The service is ok .. but I don't like when you have conversation with your family members and getting permanently interrupted Also a service fee from 20% will be automatically charged to your bill which is ridiculous fresh . Buying 1 meal for $200 like steak and get charged 40 $ for bringing it to our table ? Which is actually your job Parking right around the corner is about 35$ for suv and 30$ for cars. VIP