Mabu Kitchen

Strong af. Was drunk like 2 sips into the aviation…read more Aviation is very fun forward. Not very sweet imo. There's a maraschino cheery at the bottom Berry smash also very strong. Tastes like a berry smoothie but liquid. Garden spritz tasted like a mix of white peach and Prosecco. I thought it was very sweet as a drink and then got diluted as the ice melted

Truly enjoyed this place. Great to sit outside in amazing weather and have some good food. This…read moreplace has beautiful decor and that escalates the restaurant. Our server was attentive, but not overbearing or pushy. She helped with solid recommendations and gave us space to chat and chill during our dinner. Apps: The focaccia bread with roasted garlic and white bean spread was the perfect portion size and very tasty. Entrees: My friend had the chicken parm, which is HUGE (good if you want leftovers). I had the salmon piccata. This fish was perfectly cooked and extremely flavorful. Dessert: We tried the olive oil cake and the tiramisu. Between the 2, the tiramisu was the winner. It was really delicious. The olive oil cake was okay, but a little dry. The whipped cream was necessary to make it work. I'd probably come back here to try some other items!

0.8 mi•Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

2nd level dining

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K'Far Cafe

4.4(765 reviews)

I tried a bunch of food in Philadelphia and on my last day it was time to try something which felt…read morelike home. The space is light and airy and does have the Israeli feel. I got an iced latte, the Jerusalem Bage withl Smoked Salmon Scallion Cream Cheese, Cucumbers, Pickled Red Onions it was incredible. Jerusalem bagel incredibly fresh, not too much cream cheese and the pickled red onions were a great twist, cutting the deep fat of the cheese and the salmon. I would highly recommend this place. The woman at the counter was helpful and the service was pretty fast for a Sunday morning.

Went on a Saturday morning and there was around a 30-minute wait for a table, but the counter seats…read morehad no wait. The inside is really modern and aesthetic, while still giving off a cozy cafe feel. Service was nothing crazy, but nothing bad either. The Yemenite Latte was a 4/10 for me. The flavor was spot on and tasted like milk with Yemeni spices and just a hint of espresso. I really wish the espresso came through more because I think that would've made it perfect. The Pistachio Sticky Bun was an 8/10 and definitely worth the hype. It was served warm and had the soft, pillowy texture of a cinnamon roll, but with a syrupy pistachio flavor. It practically melts in your mouth. The Grilled Cheese Jerusalem Bagel was basically a grilled cheese, but I loved the thin, slightly crisp shell and all the sesame seeds on the bagel. The cheese had almost a pimento cheese flavor, which I really liked. 9/10.

0.9 mi•Penn Center, Logan Square

Inside the cute cafe

Yemenite iced latte, chocolate rugelach, potato boreka

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Take out counter

Vernick Coffee Bar

4.3(92 reviews)

Decided to drop by on my walk and for a corporate lobby cafe, it's pretty good. A bit on the pricy…read moreside and I imagine if you're staying at the Four Seasons which it's technically a part of, it's a bit awkwardly placed next to the Comcast front desk and turnstiles and away from the hotel but I'm not staying there this time so I don't know. Staff were nice and they were very quick to bring out my order. Coffee was pretty good, nothing mind blowing but I enjoyed it, and my cherry danish was pricy but incredible.

Food Quality and Taste: 4/5 -Tomato Coconut Soup: 3.5/5…read more-Grilled Romaine Caesar: 4/5 -Salmon: 4/5 -Chicken Milanese: 4/5 -Carrot Cake Pie: 5/5 The food was excellent! Quality ingredients, great presentation and quality plating. Standouts? The salmon, the chicken Milanese and the carrot cake pie. Get that carrot cake pie!! Service: 4/5 Service was great! I was seated quickly and I was checked on often. It was little rushed, maybe because I was close to closing, but not a major flag at all. My to-go was boxed by the staff and I was taken care of. Atmosphere: 5/5 It's so beautiful inside. Sorry I didn't capture in my video. It's beautiful decor and such a relaxing atmosphere. It's a place I'd like to just sit and work. Value: 4/5 Dishes can be quite expensive, but the food quality, service and atmosphere truly make it worth it. Opportunities for Learning: 4/5 There are a few dishes I had to google while I was there. This pushed my food knowledge a little. For example, "Sauce gribiche." Great opportunities to learn!

Lobby

Cherry danish and cappuccinos

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Carrot-cake-pie to go

Cafe Square One

4.4(67 reviews)

0.3 mi

Great lunch here!…read more Solid veggie options. Easy ordering via kiosk. Lots of space to do work. Quick service and very friendly. Food was great, healthy, and filling! Not the best parking around here so may want to use public transport or bike on a nice day. Overall def will be back and looking forward to enjoying more of what they offer!

- the egg & cheese sandwich was tasty; the brioche bread is a great idea! Butterfly lemonade is…read moreboth gorgeous + delicious--perfect for the season - spacious inside, very cute wallpaper art; fond of the plant/nature vibes - woman working was really nice at hand-off - service was slow due to the woman being the only one there, so she was handling a delivery order, pickup orders, and dine-ins

1.0 mi•Logan Square, Penn Center, Art Museum District

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Urban Farmer Philadelphia

3.9(862 reviews)

Hannah was so kind and thoughtful in recommending where to make our reservation . She was patient…read moreand professional. A great help! Thank you, Marie Daly

i absolutely LOVED it here, the cornbread was unbelievable and my whole family agreed. the steak…read morewas perfectly cooked and super juicy! the ambiance in here also was super super enjoyable, it didn't even feel like we were inside a hotel it was that good. and don't even get me started on the service, both the anthonys were amazing including our server who was incredible at making sure we had everything that we needed and the temporary manager who should definitely become the permanent one. overall 10/10 experience and i would come back every night if i could. - Quinn McDonough

0.9 mi•Penn Center, Logan Square, Art Museum District

Interior

Strawberry French toast

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Shirley Temple - my daughter loved this drink!

City Tap House

3.8(637 reviews)

Delicious cheese steaks, great atmosphere, good prices, fast quality service. Come during happy…read morehour you get cheap drinks. What more could you ask for. 10/10

In town for our sports medicine convention This was the site picked by myself and others for our…read morealumni and friends party fundraiser for Missouri Valley college athletic training department. We had nice gentleman bartender the got us primed. He was a fit blonde gentleman that crafted my wife a drink from her acquired taste for booze. Thank you!!! The host was super friendly and got us taken care of - dark hair and easy to chat with. Sydney our server was fantastic! The vibes and atmosphere was fun. The world cup games on...was easy to see from our location. The bar staff kept our beverages flowing. I was on full all night. The kitchen crushed it. Food was tasty. I definitely will return when In Philly again. Keep up the amazing work... Kudos to all staff! Respectfully, Bryan Oklahoma City

0.7 mi•Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

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The Dandelion

4.2(3.2k reviews)

Love the dark wood decor and vibe of this restaurant- as if you're in a London pub but really like…read morein someone's home - our server was attentive and friendly. We never felt rushed - Food was excellent: Salmon was fresh and perfectly cooked, Chicken Tandoori was tender and delicious, Fish and Chips was perfectly fried. We also had the Mac and cheese which was so flavorful and cheesy Overall I would highly recommend !

Food was just okay, nothin' too crazy--definitely a very British menu, lots of classic stuff. But…read morehonestly, our server Dean was the highlight. Super personable, funny, and just had that vibe that makes you wanna come back again. The atmosphere was really cool too. Lots of seating, so you don't really need a reservation which is always a plus. As for the food, it tasted fine and the price was reasonable for what you get. Not amazing, but not terrible either. I'd probly go back just for Dean's service alone.

1.1 mi•Franklintown, Logan Square, Art Museum District, Fairmount, Spring Garden

Dog themed room

Fish & Chips

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Grilled Salmon

Sabrina's Cafe - Art Museum

4.2(2.2k reviews)

We started yesterday off with a delightful brunch at Sabrina's Cafe. We were thrilled to arrive and…read morebe seated quickly, even as a party of four. Our server Rachel was lovely and gave us a rundown of their specials and the menu's top hits. Our drink selections ranged from as boring as a Diet Coke to as fun as a seasonal lemonade. We were all content with our choices, though we puttered around making suggestions from their large drink menu. I typically go for a savory breakfast, but the stuffed brioche French toast was speaking to me. I can never turn down banana! The rest of our table ordered avocado toast (x2) and fried eggs with bacon. Everyone was really happy with their choices and an added bonus was that our food came out quickly. I insisted everyone at our table try a bite of my massive stuffed brioche French toast and the consensus was that it was ridiculously good. Though this spot is tiny, it is not to be missed.

A few friends and I were craving a hearty brunch on a Saturday morning and decided to check out…read moreSabrina's Cafe near the Art Museum after seeing all the positive reviews. Luckily, we found street parking right next to the restaurant, which was a nice surprise. When we arrived, the wait for a table of three was about 45 minutes. That's somewhat expected for a popular brunch spot on a weekend. Once seated, the service was prompt. Our waiter stopped by quickly with waters and took good care of us throughout the meal. I ordered the House Angus Burger with sweet potato fries. It was solid, flavorful, and definitely filling. My friend got the Bella Vista Omelet with home fries, and we both agreed that while the food was good, it felt like standard brunch fare rather than anything particularly memorable. Based on the long wait and the hype surrounding Sabrina's, I think we were expecting the food to really stand out. In my opinion, the dishes we tried were comparable to what you'd find at a quality chain brunch spot like First Watch. That's not necessarily a bad thing, the food was satisfying, but it didn't quite justify the lengthy wait. That said, the menu has plenty of more unique and creative options that we didn't try. I'd be open to coming back and ordering one of those specialty dishes next time. Overall, I left satisfied with the meal and service.

0.9 mi•Penn Center, Logan Square

Veggie Patch Omelette

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Stuffed French Toast Latte

Skyhigh

4.1(410 reviews)

Haha this is my favorite little date spot...it's so nice to be in the sky…read more My first few times coming i didn't even realize they had food but it's a cute add on The food is regular but the vibe is amazing The service was decent I dont remember a server just us walking up to order

If you want the best views of all of Philadelphia this is the spot to go to. Skyhigh is located on…read morethe 60th floor of the Four Seasons hotel in downtown Philadelphia. I made a reservation online on OpenTable. We arrived earlier than our reservation slot so we were able to walk around and take pics. Unfortunately on the night we went it was super cloudy and had been raining so the views weren't nearly as good as they could have been. There's a grand staircase that walks down into an even bigger and more open area. Up first, was a $9 hot chocolate and a $23 Bluecoat (Dirty Martini with blue cheese olives). The martini was perfect, exactly how I like it with tiny slivers of ice shards. Second, I had a $30 Gold Espresso Martini with vodka. It was also perfect. Probably the prettiest espresso martini I've ever been served. The leaf design in your drink is pretty sweet. Tons of dates here, anniversaries, vacationers, and people super dressed up. Most certainly look your best if you decide to come. Next time I'm in Philly, I'll certainly be back!

0.6 mi•Rittenhouse Square

Dining room

Mushroom shrimp risotto, grilled octopus, and black truffle and fontina pizza - amazing!

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Espresso Martini 60ft in the air

Parc

4.2(3.7k reviews)

Shout out to Alice for holding our resy after be super late!! I would take a bullet for Alice also…read morethe Hugo spritz was fire and the buttermilk pancakes (:

A nice day out today…read more Was able to get an outside table in about 25 minutes. Brunch early afternoon on a Sunday. Enjoyed the bread basket as always. One of the best. Our party of 3 got the gazpacho, onion soup, and the peach-burrata starters. All were excellent. Perfect for outdoor dining. For mains, we got the blueberry French toast, the burger, and the steak frites. Perfect combinations of mains - we shared a little of the others. All well done (not the meat). Do yourself a favor and grab a bite here and watch all the people and dogs enjoying the weather around Rittenhouse.

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Main dining area. Beautiful holiday decorations, unique warm lighting- great ambiance with good energy!

Truite Amandine/Trout with Almonds

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Boulangerie on the left to pick up loaves of bread

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Marie H.

3 years ago

DISAPPOINTING! We were given a table inside surrounded by dirty tables that remained dirty the entire time we were there. We waited 30 minutes just to have our coffee brought to us. She messed up our order and only brought out one entree! She said sorry like a rehearsed robot. They gave us our check with a credit card processing fee even before she checked to see how we were paying. SLOPPY! She should have told us when we arrived that she was slammed and understaffed. If you've got 3 hours of free time, go for it, but eat a snack first because you'll be waiting for your bread basket for at least an hour. She didn't even offer to make dessert complimentary. Just A BIG THUMBS DOWN! read more

Billie S.

4 years ago

Sean G.

2 years ago

Food and service were great. Highly recommend for a night out with friends or family.

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Got a bacon and egg sandwich. The baguette was fresh and crusty. I feel like the eggs were cooked…read morein butter and were creamy. The bacon was a little tough rather than crispy per se but they were nice thick cuts. There wasn't anything particularly special about it, but each component was well done. Service is a little slow but they were doing their best. I think if I could eat cheese the menu expands greatly, which would've made for a more memorable experience. Or coming during lunch would have been more my vibe

Amazing little French cafe that has breakfast and lunch. Ambiance is nice and quaint, and the one…read morewoman that works here is extra welcoming and friendly. A great way to start the day. Inside has a few tables and there are some smaller tables outside too. Menu had many different coffee / tea and drink options. Lots of tasty breakfast options as well. Pear muffin was nice and fluffy with pieces of pear. The croque monsieur came with a small salad, a nice tasty lunch. The sandwich was grilled perfectly with nice melty cheese. A good treat. Thanks

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A Neighborhood Gem You Need to Try!…read more If you haven't been back since the rebrand, go now. The new menu is way more approachable and just fits the neighborhood vibe so well. We hit happy hour and it did not disappoint. It was a huge bang for your buck. Parmesan herb fries, eggplant whip with warm pita, and French onion soup wontons were all delicious (the wontons especially, such a fun twist). Drinks-wise, the mango margarita and strawberry vodka sensation were both great. Our daughter was celebrating and got the fanciest cookies-and-cream milkshake with an Oreo on top. It was a total hit. Service was warm and attentive, and the owner came by to say hi, clearly happy to have us there. That kind of personal touch goes a long way. This place is an underrated gem and deserves to be in everyone's rotation, even just for happy hour. We'll be back soon to try more of the menu with friends.

Tried them on night #2 of their rebrand as a burger and milkshake joint. We sat at the bar and…read morecaught the tail end of happy hour and then stayed for dinner. We had the spicy smash burger, the south Philly cutlet Sammy, loaded breezy fries and onion rings. All 4 delicious - I think I give a slight edge to the cutlet sandwich (obsessed with broccoli rabe). We didn't try a milkshake but the espresso martini boozy one was calling my name. Sorry for the crap photos! Just what Point Breeze needed/needs.

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We wandered in having never heard of Side Eye, and were blown away. It's a small but beautifully…read moredesigned and inviting space. The menu leans French and all of the dishes we tried - cod, burger, shrimp, dessert- were excellent. Service was quiet and efficient. Prices were very reasonable. We had four drinks, a bottle of Sparkling water, an appetizer, two entrees, and a dessert, and the bill came to only $101 (excluding tip). We highly recommend Side Eye.

had a delightful evening at the new French spot Side Eye on 6th street! We did some sharing and…read moretried a lot on the menu! 1. Peppercorn burger w camembert(Brie) +peppercorn aioli: WOW! Definitely more rare then i normally eat a burger but the flavors went crazy even though im not Brie's biggest fan. 2. Steak fries: probably the crispest, yet also softest?? potatoes I've had in a while w a sour cream and onion aioli. Could not stop eating them. 3. Shrimp special 4. Mussels in pork belly and crab fat +miller lite?!: A crowd favorite 5. Fresh crispy baguette w lemon poppy butter: just give me 10 of these already 6. Green salad w strawberries: nice and refreshing Would def go back for a burger and more snackies!! Very cute in there and our waiters were super friendly and helpful!

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This was my third time here and I have to say-…read more Amazing food and amazing drinks. Oysters, steak frites, and the fries are crispy!! The interior is beautiful and they have great doors that open to the outside for the summer months. Such a good atmosphere and the staff never disappoints. Aaron is so nice to speak with and is a great bartender. Would love to see more euro import beers on tap. But regardless we'll be back again and again.

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Came here for brunch with a friend I got the Morrocan eggs. It comes with a piece of baguette. I…read moredid order their cold brew. The coffee is self served. I actually did enjoy the coffee. It was pretty yummy. The breakfast was good, but I will say that it did not fill me up as much. I think the portions were too small and the price are way too high for what you got you're paying. It's mostly the experience to sit at a cute restaurant. Will definitely come back. Just order extra items because you'll be hungry in 2 hours.

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My name is Sloane and I'm 8 years old, I went there with my dad and the food is amazing. The lady…read morewho helped us was kind and amazing. The place inside looks beautiful. I look forward to coming back!

I don't care that they don't have an actual lift anymore. This place is still it!…read more Miss the old locations (including the short-lived Ardmore locale), but was relieved to find that food-wise my favorite brunch spot in all of Philly is still that, numero uno. A few of my old favorites are gone (R.I.P. Challah French Toast), but there are plenty of new options on the menu that make up for it including the amazingly good breakfast poutine with pickled peppers. The new location trades the hidden gem, hole-in-the-wall vibe for better ventilation, natural lighting, and a (slightly) improved parking situation.

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