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    Burrata

    4.5 (249 reviews)
    ModerateItalian
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Romantic
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Chocolate ganache cake, tiramisu, gelato

    The food was good and the restaurant itself was cute, but the value was not there. The rigatoni bolognese was $26 and each of my friends finished their plates in about 5 minutes. Not nearly enough for the price. The Caesar salad was overpriced as well at $16 for a regular side plate size (no chicken). The buratta appetizer was excellent and made a little more sense for the $18 price. In all- I think it's worth trying if you're in the area, but I would not return. It felt like the prices were high to make up for the fact that they are byob. On the bright side- there was no corking fee.

    Pasta special: homemade fettuccine, butternut squash, pancetta, clams
    Caroline C.

    Great neighborhood spot with delicious fresh pasta and a seasonal menu! It's nice and cozy inside but it doesn't feel too packed. Wish I saved room for dessert but everything I had was so delicious. Gnocchi was pillowy and amazing too.

    Meatball
    Fran H.

    This spot was very lively. When you open the door, you enter directly into the restaurant which has a small dining room that's extremely loud with the kitchen and the dining room. The service was good. The gentleman that served us was only there for one day helping out he did not know a lot about the menu, but we were able to navigate through it. He started by telling us the specials of the house, but then said they might not be available. This is slightly offputting, especially since you didn't know when you told us. That being said we started out with the beat salad. Which came with fresh roasted beats. The salad was good slowly underdressed but still good. We did order the one special, which was the pasta with the Burata and prosciutto. This pasta was in a white cream like sauce that was extremely salty. Despite that it had good flavor, but the saltiness took away from the overall dish. We also opted for the gnocchi with peas, which was in a vodka, cream sauce. We ate relatively quickly partially because we couldn't even hear ourselves think with the volume of the restaurant. They do have noise barriers on the ceiling, but they don't seem to help with the volume. What is nice about this restaurant is the service was good, the menu is small, but there are options and best of course BYO. If you're local, it's probably a great spot convenient to walk to parking is a beast in this part of town. We probably aren't gonna run back to this restaurant. We might just walk slow slowly. As far as price point it's pretty on par with the other Italian restaurants in the neighborhood. It is Albanian owned Italian restaurant.

    Artichoke hearts with a butter anchovy sauce (a special)
    Suf L.

    Because we now live so close here, we don't go as often as we should. Given the neighborhood, there is a plethora of Italian restaurants, but Burrata is awesome because it's BYO and open on Mondays. Their pasta is always perfect, and they always have a lot of rotating specials that are always interesting - heavy with seafood, which we like. The wait staff is always patient and attentive, and they have basil growing in their planters outside, which is so cute. Plus, if you pay in cash, there's a 10% discount.

    Rigatoni
    Retna S.

    This corner restaurant is conveniently located at the corner of 13 and Wharton by the park. Reservation is highly recommended. We went there on a Friday night and it was busy. There's not much space among the tables because of the limited space. Service was standard, our waiter was checking on us to see if the orders were correct and everything was good. Complimentary Italian bread has nice crust. It's soft and soaking the balsamic and olive oil. Appetizer: special brussel sprouts with ricotta. The brussel sprouts are charred and has a hint of lemon, drizzled with sweet fig balsamic. It's a winner. Entree I picked special sea bass. Nice crispy skin served with purée butter nut squash with some carrots, drizzled with mustard. The fish is nicely cooked. In my opinion, the mustard is not necessarily needed. It doesn't go well with the dish as a whole. Gnocchi with cremini mushrooms and pancetta. Unfortunately, the mushrooms are too salty. The good part is the gnocchi just melts in your mouth as it goes s made fresh. Scallops and risotto: beautiful plating. Three scallops are nestled on top of bright yellow risotto against the backdrop of black plate. Very eye catching. Dessert: pistachio gelato, it's decent. It can be shared if you're not into sweets. Accepts credit cards. There's a 10 percent discount for paying with cash

    Bolognese
    Marah H.

    If you're looking for a cozy, charming BYOB gem in South Philly, look no further than Burrata. This little spot has quickly become one of our neighborhood favorites, and for good reason. The love and care that go into each dish are palpable, and you can taste it in every bite. We started off with the octopus carpaccio special, which was a wonderfully light and refreshing appetizer. It set the tone for the meal perfectly. For the main course, my husband couldn't get enough of the bolognese--definitely one of his favorites. As for me, the swordfish special was out of this world. It was an absolutely decadent piece of fish, probably the best swordfish we've ever had. Burrata consistently impresses, and we can't wait to come back for another incredible meal. If you're in the area, don't miss it!

    Quattro Formaggi
    Michelle R.

    Enjoyed an alfresco dinner at this quaint restaurant in South Philadelphia. Definitely recommend making a reservation as the place was packed. Our server Joe was very down-to-earth and a pleasure to talk to. Here's what we ate: -Stufato: All of the seafood in this appetizer was cooked perfectly and the sauce had a slight bite to it. Favorite dish of the evening. -Fish of the day: Sea bass with cous cous - thumbs up from husband -Quattro Formaggi: The four cheese risotto was what I enjoyed the most about this dish. The breaded chicken cutlet was fine. Portion sizes were on the smaller side. Other notes: -BYOB -10% discount if paying in cash

    Fish of the day - Halibut
    Minh D.

    Cozy small restaurant and great service. We dined in on a snow day and this place is nestled in between houses and across from a park, just make them much more cozy. Monday night, place was half full. we learned that it was BYOB so we bought some wine. I got the fish of the day and my partner got the lamb rigatoni. The server whomight be the manager/owner of the place was so knowledgable and attentive. Made the experience much better. Food was tasty, overall great vibe.

    Mushroom Ravioli
    John S.

    For my first meal at Burrata, I ordered the ravioli, which came stuffed with porcini mushrooms. The pasta was cooked perfectly and was topped with a rich cream sauce and sun-dried tomatoes. The dusting of bread crumbs added a light crunch to each bite. The complimentary sesame seed-covered bread and olive oil was a perfect precursor to the entree. I loved the quaint, intimate interior. The service was great and I loved that it was BYOB. I hope to return soon to explore more of the menu.

    Kale pesto
    Alise R.

    I had a reservation for Burrata last December but then I unexpectedly went out of town on the day I had the reservation. Didn't make it here until this week... I've totally been missing out. Burrata is an awesome restaurant. We got the octopus carpaccio app - loved this. Also got the burrata app bc you gotta get that at a place named Burrata. Loved this one too. My bf got the swordfish which he said was awesome. I got the kale pesto w burrata for my main course. I liked it a lot but also would prob order something diff next time - also it was a lot of food and my bf had to finish my last few bites. For dessert - we split the tiramisu. It tasted just like the tiramisu my late Italian grandfather made in the 1980s. Brought back so many happy memories. I would eat this again in a heartbeat. After dinner - there is the cutest park directly across the street - we took a stroll and people watched while we burned off some of the calories of our dinner. Will def be back!!!

    scallops
    Sharika M.

    Heard about this spot on Abbott Elementary only to find out it hasn't been around for that long! Burrata is a small restauarant filled with comfort and Italian flair. The service was exceptional, as they are kind, informative and efficient. It's a little hard to hear the person across the table as it can get loud and the kitchen is in near vicinity. I got the scallops with saffron rice and was super impressed. The scallops were big pieces, juicy and cooked to perfection! The saffron rice was flavorful and reminded me of "kichuri", found in South Asian cuisine. I'd definitely come back as this spot is a solid Italian restaurant! Also, the complimentary burrata and bread is so

    Gnocci
    Abigail G.

    This was a hard rating for me. I love a BYOB and Italian food, and the food was good. The problems I had were that the waitress wasn't the friendliest and we were crammed into a very small table for the 5 of us, and it was expensive for the portion sizes (we ended up needing to get pizza after because we were still hungry!). The food was really good and I would recommend it to someone wanting a fancier dinner.

    Tiramisu cake
    Adam B.

    A strong overall experience at a Philadelphia institution (apparently?). I see Burrata as an amalgamation of different things. Different smaller experiences that come together to form an overall far greater one. My relationship with Italian food is weird, in that I find most of it good, but very few places as truly "great". This was a place that I thought had good Italian food. But the service, ambiance, hospitality, and just general vibes really elevated it to something really memorable and great. I first about it from Abbott Elementary (shout-out to Greg) and they made it sound like a Philadelphia institution and my friend said it's been on her list forever, so we had to go. It's a nice small cozy place at a quiet corner in south Philly. Very chill atmosphere there and absolutely perfect spot for a date (don't worry ladies, the person I was there with is just a friend). We were seated and the host immediately came over to attend to our water needs and explain the specials. Very friendly and accommodating man, as he offered to substitute in the potatoes for the chicken Milanese because we had already ordered a burrata as an app. The burrata with peppers and prosciutto was very good, as was the fresh bread. The eggplant Parm however really impressed me, as I usually am not the biggest fan of eggplant, but this was very smooth and not too smoky. For my main, I got the chicken Milanese. Good and crispy, with a wonderful caponata of Italian veggies underneath. It's funny, the parts of the meal I enjoyed most were the ones I didn't expect to. The fried potatoes were also excellent. Last but not least, a beautiful slice of tiramisu cake. It was good, but I think I'm more of a fan of traditional tiramisu that's heavier on the cream and using ladyfingers as a base. But still good though. Place was BYOB so we popped a bottle of wine while there. Overall prices were fair and it was just a really great experience, so once again, Do Attend.

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    Do they accept credit cards?

    Yes

    You don't take reservations for more then 4 people?

    That’s correct. We aren’t taking any big tables anymore due to the small size of our kitchen

    I was unable to get a reservation, do you take walk ins?

    If it’s for tonight i do apologize we are closed for a private event

    Do you offer gluten free pastas?

    We do not unfortunately

    Can mussels be ordered without the chorizo?

    Yes absolutely

    Is Burrata still BYOB?

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    Is there a corking fee?

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    0.8 miAvenue of the Arts South, Washington Square West
    $$

    Make no mistake, Giorgio on Pine is your quintessential rustic, old-school Italian spot--down to…read moreits owner greeting you at the doorstep when you enter. Its interior welcomes you with the direct view of the kitchen, with a slightly elevated seating space to its right split by a wall. All the staff was friendly throughout our whole meal, from explaining the many off-menu specials to their gratitude for dining in after delivering the check. For a Friday dinner, it still made for an attentive experience despite their busy atmosphere. (It's also BYO, but we opted without drinks for our dinner date.) The Food Breakdown: Mussels in White (4.5/5) - The white wine and garlic broth complemented the mussels really well. Lots of sweet sausage and onion accompany the stars of the dish. Lobster Ravioli (5/5) - Off-menu special. Packed full of flavor, and five large raviolis came with the order. Topped with a generous portion of crab meat and blush sauce that was every bit addicting. Parmesan-Crusted Pork Chop (5/5) - Meat and potatoes done right, with the house vegetable being spinach for our meal. The bone-in cut was super juicy, and the mushroom sauce provided a great complement. It's as filling as you can imagine. Tiramisu (5/5) - Great portion size, lots of cream, and delicately balanced between the coffee flavors. Made for a great finish to the meal.

    What is up with the raving reviews yet only 4 stars?!…read more My goodness, this is one of the best Italian restaurants that I've ever visited! Mind you, I understand they don't have risotto, ossobucco, and some other exvellent Italian staples, but man do they make up for it with abundance, price, and quality, The linguini with prosciutto is one of the best I've had. The fresh bread to start with garlic confit also paired well with our appetizers of prosciutto and carpaccio. Thankfully this was found on accident as it's walking distance from our hotel, so we're reserving our spot for tomorrow and will come prepared with our bottle of wine. This is a BYOB establishment. They do not have any alcohol on the premises but do not charge a cork fee. It's a true family run business, which is my go to back home so I'm so THRILLED to have stumbled on this wonderful establishment. I'd give 10 stars if I could! Don't walk here, RUN!

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    Prunella - Still looking scrumptious 7 hours and 1000 miles later

    Prunella

    4.2(337 reviews)
    1.1 miAvenue of the Arts South
    $$

    Went here for lunch, had a good experience!…read more Food: 8.8/10 - I really loved what u ordered. I could eat everything again. Good portion sizes too. We also got the Cacio e Pepe which was fantastic and Al Dente. Service: 9/10 Ambiance: 8.3/10 - This venue is pretty small. Don't sit outside or else you will smell the fishy streets of Philly.

    cute restaurant in center city with the iconic spicy chicken caesar!…read more all i can say is: spicy chicken caesar. it lives up to the hype, and it is delicious. i've eaten here several times now and none of the other food is particularly memorable, but the spicy chicken caesar is fantastic albeit a little expensive. i really need my boyfriend to learn how to make the spicy chicken caesar so i stop coming back, but it makes for a fantastic girl dinner. most of the times i've come here were either for restaurant week or the spicy chicken caesar. i really don't think it's worth coming for restaurant week, it's kind of a bummer that your whole table has to order the same thing and that you share a lot of the dishes. it ends up being not a whole lot of food, and i did the math and the cost comes out to be about the same. overall, it's a decent restaurant with good service. it's located right in center city with a million other restaurants so it's easily overlooked, but when i think of prunella i think of spicy chicken caesar.

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    Fiorella - CRÈME ASPARAGUS

    Fiorella

    4.5(408 reviews)
    0.6 miItalian Market, Bella Vista
    $$$

    Maria and I came here with our good friends Mariangeli and Chef Dionicio, who were the ones who put…read moreus onto this spot. It was actually a birthday dinner too, Maria and Mariangeli were treating Chef Dionicio and me for our birthdays, so we were already looking forward to a good night, and Fiorella definitely delivered. We sat outside and honestly, that might be the way to do it. Really nice setup, relaxed South Philly atmosphere, good drinks on the table, good food coming out, and you're just hanging out with friends. Nothing felt rushed. We ordered a bunch of things to share and try. The arancini were great, and the pork belly & octopus skewer was probably one of the more interesting things we had. I wouldn't normally think of putting those two together, but it worked. Then the pasta came out. The ravioli with lamb, peperonata and caciocavallo was really good, and the rigatoni with Fiorella sausage ragu was one of those dishes where you keep going back for another bite even though you're already getting full. And don't sleep on the focaccia and olive oil either. Simple, but so good. We definitely weren't letting that go to waste. Drinks were great too. They have some interesting cocktails instead of just the same stuff you see everywhere, which I appreciated. The staff also deserves a shoutout. Everyone was friendly and attentive, but they gave us space to enjoy ourselves. That's a big thing for me. When you're having dinner with friends, you don't want to feel like you're being pushed through the meal so they can flip the table. By the end of the night, it wasn't even just about the food anymore. We were outside in South Philly, eating some really good Italian food, having drinks, laughing, celebrating two birthdays and just enjoying each other's company. Those are the dinners you remember. Big thank you to Maria and Mariangeli for treating Chef Dionicio and me, and to Chef Dionicio for putting us onto Fiorella in the first place.

    My favorite restaurant that I went to while visiting Philly. This place feels like being back in…read moreItaly. It is tiny inside with just a bar and a couple tables. That's it. I love this European feel. Up first, I had a $17 El Noe. I was hoping for a strong burnt mezcal taste, but nope. It seems like only Florida gets this drink right. The drink wasn't bad at all, but I was just looking for that burnt taste. I also had a $18 Dirty Pasta Water Martini, basically a dirty martini. It was fine, but it came in a micro grass which was kind of weird. Clearly this isn't a place you come for cocktails. Now, onto the star of the night, the food. Up first, the $16 Spring Salad. Loved it, hit the spot. Also, had the $17 Arancini. I really liked those little balls and especially the dipping sauce. I had the $26 Rigatoni. It was absolutely phenomenal. I could go eat it every day. My mom had the $24 Tonnarelli and it was also top tier excellent. The flavors, the atmosphere, the staff, everything here is top notch. The Internet did not let me down. I'm so glad I decided to book this restaurant. I had a wonderful night.

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    Fiorella - You get to see the food being cooked right there!

    You get to see the food being cooked right there!

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