A+! It took a while to decide how to proceed with the ordering at My Loup, but I suspect you can't go wrong no matter what you decide. Similar to an omakase, My Loup has a "Let Us Cook For you" option. It's $125 for this option, and given the price ranges of the dishes on the menu, you're guaranteed to cover a broad swath of menu items regardless of whether you go with the Let Us Cook For You option or select $125 worth of menu items to order. While My Loup's menu frequently changes--stated on their website as changing daily--there are some items that seem to stay consistent. The Green Garlic 'Escar-roll' seems to be a staple menu item. And for a good reason! Who would have thought a garlic knot of bread in a green sauce could be so tasty. A lot of other menu items went above and beyond expectations like the apple stuffed cabbage with winter crunch and the roast chicken. On the flip side, the pickled shrimp with aioli and saltines is a popular menu item that I found very uninteresting. Given the mix of solid menu items that are consistently on the menu and the ever-changing new options, I look forward to returning. Very good and IMO, under-hyped restaurant! read more

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beautiful date night spot! this is my first time back to my loup since they first opened, and the food here is just as good as i remember. my boyfriend and i shared the salad niçoise and the escar-rolls. the escar-rolls were delicious and drenched in garlic butter and parmesan -- i could've eaten three of them myself, so good. the salad niçoise was a miss for me. extremely tiny salad for $22, and i did not like the dressing which tasted very mayo heavy. for our mains, we shared the roast chicken and the duck à l'orange. the chicken was juicy and the fries it came with were perfectly crisp and salty. the duck was amazing, it was cooked to a perfect medium rare and the sauce was bright and packed with flavor. i'm also a huge fan of golden beets, they were lightly sweet and delightful! thinking about the duck is making me hungry... we ended the night with a sundae which was tart with pieces of sour fruit/candy mixed in. i could've done without the sour bits, but it was a good palette cleanser and a light way to end the night. service was extremely fast, almost too much so. as soon as we finished one dish, our waiter was there to take it away. our waters were never empty. they did tell us multiple times to take our time, but everything moved so fast we were out in under an hour and a half. overall, i had a great experience and i'm chalking up the unfortunate salad to poor ordering on my part. definitely not as great as her place, but worth a visit nonetheless! read more

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Really mixed feeling and not sure if we didn't try the right dishes, although knowing it is a rotating menu. Service was extremely on point with attention to detail. Dishes were enjoyable, especially the cabbage and apple dish but nothing blew us away. Pickled shrimp which seemed like a customors favorite was delicious and definitely add the basil leaf to each shrimp/cracker - it will enhance the flavor! Unfortunately the extra sourdough bread (and we love our breads) was extremely hard and not chewy at all. The butter was hard and bland as well. It was one of those awkward moments where we looked at one another exchanging looks of "is this really what it's supposed to taste like?". We'd love to give it another shot in the future though since are we big fan of the owners! read more

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Quaint front entrance that you might miss walking by, enter the door and up a few steps to the front dining area, bar, and then main back dining area. Staff are all great here from the host to bartender to servers / runners to making sure you have a good experience. The place is very loud if they're busy which may not be ideal. Cocktails at the bar are very well made, and they have an extensive wine menu. Tried a few different plates by choice instead of doing the tasting menu option. Extra sour sourdough is a must get, amplified by the creamy whipped butter. If you like sourdough, this may be among the best, plus you get some huge slices too. The sungolds and beets over sunflower purée had some subtle but good flavor, though felt like this was missing something to enhance the produce. Scallop with boudin noir (blood sausage) was interesting as on one hand the blood sausage with apple compote was quite unique and tasty, the scallops, though perfect on their own, kind of fell to the wayside being overshadowed. Fried skate cheek had a sweet, creamy sauce that was nice. Didn't overpower the skate and added a lot of flavor. The chocolate cake although being good, didn't have any special characteristics - would try a different option next time. I'd like to come try new courses when the menu is updated in a future season as the originality with dishes is great to try. If being very critical against other higher level cooking, I'd say my experience felt more like a 4/5 though the vision of the chef and spark for delicious food was apparent just may have been an off night (they were very busy with a larger group). Thanks read more

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By far, my favorite meal of our entire trip to Philly (and we tried a lot of places so that's saying something). We made a reservation at the bar and our seats were ready within 2 minutes of our arrival. The host was really friendly and welcoming. We quickly learned that our bartender had lived in Baltimore before so we already felt a personal connection to her. Both bartenders, Jillian and Lillian, were incredible. The dirty martini that Lillian made for me was by far the best dirty martini I've ever had. Seriously! I still think about it months later. The olive brine is house made and the blue cheese stuffed olives were the perfect temperature and consistency. They were happy to work around my gluten free dietary restriction and even consulted with the kitchen to mark up a custom menu just for me. I so appreciated the extra step they took to make sure I enjoyed what I could from the menu. All the food came out quickly, too. We ordered the razor clams, two oysters, lamb ribs with rhubar-BBQ sauce, the chorizo stuffed squid, and the chopped salad. Everything was incredible. The lamb ribs with the rhubarb were amazing. Such a fun and delicious combo. The seafood was fresh and well prepared. The chorizo stuffed squid was absolutely insane! Something I've never had before that I wish I saw on more menus because, WOW! To finish it all out, we got the strawberry and pistachio soft serve ice cream for dessert which is a collab with the local 1-900 ice cream shop. SUCH an amazing way to finish an amazing meal. I will 1000% be back to My Loup in the future. We left feeling full and happy. Service was incredible, the space is gorgeous, and the food was delicious. read more

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We booked a reservation about a week in advance and the only spot left for Friday night was 9 PM, which we jumped on immediately. At first, I was a little worried about going in so late since the kitchen closes at 10 PM, but it turns out my concern was unnecessary. Even as we were finishing up, other tables were still being seated after 9:45, so we never felt rushed. My husband and I debated trying the "Let Us Cook" option, which is essentially a 4 course chef's choice menu, but ultimately decided to order a variety of plates to share instead (around 10 total). I'm glad we did, because it gave us the chance to experience so many different flavors and creative dishes. Highlights included the playful pickled shrimp and saltine "lunchables" and a polenta with corn and chanterelles that I'll be dreaming about for a long time. Every plate that came out was balanced, unique, and delicious. It was clear how much thought and creativity went into each dish. I went in with high expectations and My Loup really delivered. Between the inventive food, warm service, and lively atmosphere, this is the kind of restaurant that makes you excited about dining out. We left feeling more than satisfied and can't wait to come back. read more

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Top dining experience, from greeting to farewell. Service was impeccable, helpful and efficient. Bar is good and menu is very interesting. Every dish we tried was delicious. Don't miss dessert! Will be one of our go-to places in Philly. read more

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Amazing food and service! Came for my wife's birthday and went with the "let us cook for you" option which was $125 pp. 4 courses but tons of food- we were stuffed! Our waiter, Dan, was the best and indulged my corny high-fives. Best bite of the night for me was the lobster hazelnut squash- a savory yet sweet dish. Hunks of lobster, some sage, nested on a perfectly baked sliver of squash and a hazelnut cream sauce that maybe had a hint of caramel?... omg! It was fall-tasting fantastic! I essentially drank the bowl ... just the right balance of savory, sweet, and decadent. So many flavors at once but perfectly balanced. My wife's best bite was the veal sweetbreads- and yes it was so good! I suspect it was brined/ maybe braised prior to grilling because it was so tender and delicious. It came over a bed of split peas and kale which paired wonderfully- such a robust flavor and not at all gamey. Next favorite was the pickled shrimp- a must-get! Hearty shrimp, tart pickling, fresh basil, great mayo - this was a favorite from the first course! The halibut clam chowder dish was unfortunately our least favorite... but then again, we don't love clams. The sauce was just a bit bitter to us for some reason. But it was still a decent dish and the fish was cooked perfectly. Overall, it was an outstanding experience - fun vibes, amazing food, great service! We will definitely return. Oh and they all signed a birthday card and gave it to my wife along with a candled cake- such a nice personal touch! Thank you again, My Loup! read more

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Returned to My Loup, this time on a Friday at 7. Thrilled to sit in the main dining room this time, as its cozy and gorgeous. We decided to splurge and have the chef cook for us (125/ per person). This was a great decision as we got to try a huge array of dishes and with very generous portions including: A beautiful seafood platter of (1) 6 oysters, (2) a pair of Maine Sea Urchins, Sweet Potato, Brioche, and (3) Bay Scallops, Parsnip, Hazelnut, Asian Pear. Every bite was fresh and new, and the whole thing was beautiful. Plus we got the pickled shrimp on the side! After that, we were presented with Cold Roast Pork, Bagna Cauda, Celery, Capers, Fries (astonishingly good); Chicories, Apples, Cheddar, Buttermilk, Winter Crunch; and Pastrami Beef Tartare, Latkes, Yellow Mustard, Fixings. Next we shared Grilled Bone-In Turbot, Potato, Spinach, Mussels. Finally, there was a raisin crème brûlée and an ice cream. And two Rice Krispie treats to take home! We started with cocktails and then had a bottle of orange wine from Slovenia. We interacted with about 4 different staff, all lovely and very informed. This place is a true gem. Not cheap, but very high value. read more

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When The New York Times included My Loup in its 2023 list of the 50 best restaurants in the United States, and Eater named it one of the twelve best new restaurants in the nation, you go!! I agree with these experts. My Loup is a French restaurant that opened in May 2023. The culinary team is led by chefs and life partners Amanda Shulman and Alex Kemp. The menu at My Loup is eclectic and ever-changing. These chefs are creative and seasonal. My faves were the pickled shrimp served with aioli and Saltines and beautifully prepared seafood options like sea bass. delicious! Very much enjoyed this menu. read more

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Wow. Wow. Wow. Do you ever have a dish and think about it the day after and then a week after that? Doesn't happen for me often but it happened here Came here with my husband for his birthday dinner. I had medium expectations since I've been hearing good things about this spot. The only downside is that we waited about 20 min for our reservation but we ordered a cocktail while waiting. I got something called swamp water and while it was tasty it was $27 so I was starting to be sus but then the food changed the mood We started with pickled shrimp, fluke and skate and all were INCREDIBLE. That pickled shrimp; I need it once a week thank you. Everything had a great flavor, good cook and fresh. The sea urchin tho wasn't as umami as I would prefer it so I'd skip that if you had to pick. Then we got the sea bass and rabbit. I'm not a rabbit person but my husband said it was delish. But that sea bass blew my mind. The flavors, the crispness of the skin but succulence of the fish. The mussels chowder with the pork belly and those beans. I will crave this dish for awhile now til I have it again. Dessert was decent but nothing wow'd me. My server was also kinda cold but other 2 male servers that jumped to help randomly were very nice and helpful All in all, I need to try that sea bass again and down to try their other dishes read more

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A couple of weeks ago I happened upon a reservation for My Loup for that very night, so I snagged it for 530 on a Friday. I, of course, had been wanting to try My Loup ever since it opened so 530 was more than fine with me. I grabbed my friend and after arriving, ordering delicious cocktails, and looking over the menu we opted for the chef's tasting for $125. It was a great decision. The beautiful food kept arriving and it took all of the decision making away so we could just enjoy. The food, all of it, was delicious. Truly. And if you find yourself here, you might want to opt for the tasting menu. You will be delighted with every bite. read more

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I would like to give a 4 but I only had two apps and one was awesome the second meh! Scallop crudo with pepper vinaigrette and sweet peppers was awesome! Beautiful presentation and well done! Cold roast beef with radishes and watercress and grits! Meh! Needed some flavors added. They encourage to eat the way it is done in Montreal, with your hands! Roast beef was nothing spectacular! Radish had no flavor and watercress well is watercres! Presentation was nice but I think much better items on the menu that I would like to go back and try! Staff were awesome! Shout out to them! read more

My Loup - Cold roast beef, - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Food made me sick. All of the seafood was not fresh. I ate it against my better judgement. Big mistake. I've been throwing up for hours. Do yourself a favor and never eat here. read more

First dinner in Philly while I was visiting the city a few weeks ago and I had an incredible time! Saw My Loup mentioned as a place to go while doing research about eateries walkable from my Airbnb near Chinatown and everything truly lived up to the hype. Presentation, ambience, food and drinks were all amazing and my only regret was being a party of one because I didn't get to try more of the menu items before I was too stuffed to continue. Jill at the bar helped put together an incredible tasting menu for me, and also mixed some delicious cocktails to go with the small plates. I started with the amaretto sour, which was strong but very smooth. I mentioned I loved seafood and raw fish, so the first dishes I tried were the sweet potato + sea urchin and the pickled shrimp. The sea urchin mousse was so creamy and sweet; the pickled shrimp was wonderfully tangy atop a spread of aioli and contrasted super well with the crunchy saltines & the aromatic basil. Next came a main of roast pork and celery with perfectly crispy fries, as well as amazing single diner portions of the pastrami beef tartare (astride a latke!) and a couple of creamy broccoli clams casino. By this point I was stuffed, but I was still able to end my meal with the wonderful citrus trifle and citrus paloma! Rolled all the way back to my Airbnb with a light buzz and warm belly :) Thanks to Jill & team for making my first night in Philly a delicious one. read more

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I had dinner at My Loup this past Friday night. What a treat. I was solo dining so I had a seat at the bar. It looks tiny, but it's long. But it is small and intimate and still very comfortable. According to their description on Resy, their menu is "French Canadian with a lighter touch." I wanted everything on the menu. Luckily, their staff are wonderful, and the bartender (I wish I could remember her name) made me recommendations on how best to tackle their current menu as a solo diner (I didn't want to over-order but I didn't want to get just one entree and then not be able to try anything from the rest of the menu!). Without her help, I probably would have ordered two dishes, but she walked me through the sizes of the dishes and I was able to try three. I started with their very popular Pickled Shrimp with aioli and saltines. When it came to the table, I was informed to think of it like a Lunchable: grab a saltine, spread on some of their aioli, and the add a shrimp and some basil from the jar. It was a fun and delicious. A great starter. Then I had their chilled courgette (zucchini) soup with a salad of chilled lobster and two fried zucchini blossoms. This isn't a dish I necessarily have ordered without the bartender recommending it, and I'm so glad she recommended it. It was one of the best dishes I've this year. My last course was their soft shell crab with tomatoes, which was good, too. I had a couple of glasses of wine (one orange and one sparkling). I also chatted with women sitting on either side of me at the bar; good food makes people happy and chatty (so does good wine and creative cocktails). So the meal was delicious and fun and in the most friendly, cozy environment. A meal to remember! I'd love to return. read more

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I have now done regular dining and larger group dining at My Loup and am so glad that the food and service remain consistently good regardless of party size. My Loup is excellent for a date nights and special occasions. It is almost like an easier starting point if you want to try Her Place but can't get a table and have hesitations about a fully pre-set menu. This is the kind of spot that no matter what your preferences are, try everything. Unless you have allergies, then please do not ignore your allergies. Honestly though, it might be worth a minor allergic reaction... Also, the playlist is always 11/10. read more

So delicious! Escar-roll is a must have. Has flakey buttery spiral roll with escargot sprinkled throughout. The raw tuna dish was our second favorite and so fresh. They even gave us a blueberry cake as a desert for my birthday which was so sweet Burrata salad and skate also tasty but the escar roll outshined everything Worth the wait. Great music and attentive service! Server gave us all of these recommendations read more

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A friend made reservations here based on advice from another friend. As the menu changes weekly and it's been noted that they have few vegetarian options, I reviewed the menu in advance and then called the restaurant to see if they could make one of the dishes without one of the ingredients. The answer was yes, so I was all set. When I ordered the entree that I had discussed in advance, I was told they couldn't make that. Ok. I ended up having a couple of other smaller plates which were really delicious even though they left me hungry. The service was on point the whole night and everyone else I was with enjoyed their options. read more

Cozy, inviting, and intimate establishment with amazing service serving up great handcrafted cocktails with a very creative and at times playful menu. The caviar on chicharon is a great example of pairing high end caviar with crunchy and salty comfort food. Our amazing server suggested a Port alternative to pair with our dessert, and the liquor could not have been more perfect. This is a great date night spot not recommended for large groups. read more

My Loup - A perfect pairing with dessert! - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Vibes: intimate, casual; bring a date or a friend Tasting notes: - Pickled shrimp: large and peeled; fairly light dish - Stuffed zucchini blossom: very crisp fry with a thin batter; each one was about a couple bites in size; jam was slightly sweet with some lovely umami - Stuffed squid: slightly charred with smoky flavor; green olives offered a buttery contrast to the vinaigrette - Hot and cold crab: perfectly fried meaty soft shell crab topped with a fine egg salad and atop a cold, just creamy enough crab salad - Skate: just a bit of sear otherwise tender and savory; paired with the most delightfully fragrant, rich and smooth sauce; loved the large, sweet, blistered tomatoes - Sour cherry and salted caramel sundae: unique but very complementary swirl; loved the caramel frosting-like syrup laced in; shareable for two Other thoughts: - above meal was satisfying for two hungry adults - fairly loud on a weekday night between customers and overhead music - water glass was pretty much always quickly refilled - first two dishes came quickly (zucchini blossoms and pickled shrimp), and then there was about a 20-minute lull until next set of dishes Impression: will be dreaming about the crab for a while, cannot wait to see the next iteration of the menu! read more

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We had a phenomenal dinner here. The pickled shrimp, sourdough, chicken, escar-roll, and especially the fried skate cheeks and chocolate cake were all amazing. Can't wait to come back and try even more. read more

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At My Loop, we were impressed by the delicious food - every dish boasted meticulous preparation and an explosion of flavors. The ambiance was just what we needed for a lovely catch-up session with a friend. read more

A birthday dinner. My wife set it up and we did the tasting. It was very good. Service was friendly and informative. We were unsure of what we were eating with some of the courses but Danielle was extremely accommodating and we really enjoyed the experience. The place is like a hole in the wall from the street but once inside it was very nice and we were sat at a table for two in the dining room area. There were about 8-10 tables back there and a few tables out front near the street. It was very nice and we were informed that it has only been open for 18 months. A nice place. We would return when in town. Mark & Nancy. read more

We sat at the bar table and it was a vibe. Very busy as a fine dining spot, but I got the hype! They change menu daily based on what is fresh. ＊ Sea Urchin, Sweet Potato * They mashed sea urchin and sweet potato into a creamy mixture, and delicately poured it into a sea urchin shell. Breadcrumbs were added for extra crunch and texture. I appreciated the creativity of flavors and presentation of this starter. ＊ Green Garlic Escar-roll ** MY FAVORITE of the night or maybe even in the entire Philly trip. It was a brioche roll soaked in green garlic sauce packed with chunks of escargot, topped with shredded cheese. So so soooo buttery. A tasty match made in heaven. ＊ Duck Breast, Kumquats, Beets My friend's favorite! Perfectly cooked meat with a golden crispy skin and pinkish center. The kumquats and beets were some delightful sides to dip with the sauce. ＊ Littleneck Clams, Fennel, Kielbasa, Vermouth The saltiness from fennel sausages and briny taste of the clams blended pretty well tgt. It came with French fries with malt vinegar aioli which we really enjoyed。 ＊ Banoffee Pie Eclair ** I am a sucker for banoffee pies and this eclair version was incredible. It featured a choux pastry shell filled with layers of toffee cream, sliced bananas, and whipped cream. I wish this could be on the menu forever so I could order it again. ＊ Rosemary Fig Highball A rosemary-forward mocktail. Very refreshing and appetizing to pair with our meal. read more

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Had an awesome dinner at my loup recently - the service, food and ambiance were all wonderful. Opted to sit at the bar which is fun and long, dividing two dining rooms. The lead bartender was great and helped with ordering/was engaging the entire time. food and drinks were delicious - favorite dishes were the pickled shrimp, tuna salad crudo, escar-roll, cold roast beef. will return to try future menus read more

My Loup - tuna salad crudo @davideatsdc - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

You absolutely need to have an Escargot Roll. No notes on this dish and honestly it worth going to My Loup for this dish alone. I went to a 9:15 pm reservation which is a real stretch for me as far as time goes but it was worth the late experience. Had several other dishes and a phenomenal cocktail but didn't stop eating my escargot roll after I got it and was too distracted to take more photos. I've also been to the bar on another occasion and had great bar service. Long story short, go for the food but stay for the ambiance. read more

My Loup - escargot roll - American Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cozy place! My Loup is a French restaurant that features classics with a modern twist. The presumption that French food is laden with cream and butter is debunked here. We enjoyed our dinner family-style. * Pickled Shrimp - unique flavors. Be sure to place the shrimp atop the saltine cracker for added texture! * Extra Sour Sourdough Bread - it's all in the name...fresh baked and it was indeed sour but not overly so * Cold Roast Beef - cold-cuts this is not! Tender lean meat sliced thin and served chilled * Green Garlic Esca-roll - the puff pastry added nice balance * Halibut - tender and amazing with the smoked butter accoutrement (light and flavorful) * Roast Half Chicken - juicy and ample in size Service was efficient and friendly. And don't you love when restaurants offer complimentary sparking water? If you're unable to land a reservation, then belly up to the bar and enjoy your dinner there! read more

Disappointing. I'm a huge Her Supper fan and had high expectations. What didn't I like? First it's loud. Way too loud. You can't hear yourself think. The clientele last night seemed very see-and-be-seen, a little too cool for school. Our server had a splash of attitude and didn't really know her wines. She literally read the bottle then poured. The food was good. Not exceptional, but good. Overall a meh experience. Shocked by all the hype. read more

Super fancy French food in an intimate, upscale setting. We did a little girls' night dinner out here and shared the croquettes to start. While there was nothing vegetarian on the menu, the kitchen was able to make me a mushroom "risotto" that was pretty good, really creamy, rich, and truffle-y. Service was excellent - attentive and our server explained everything and was able to make adjustments to some items. We also shared the desserts which were for us a standout - the berry pie tart situation and the chocolate fudgey cake. Both were delicious! Recommend My Loup for a night out or date night meal, it definitely feels special. read more

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My Loup - 2005 Walnut Street What a fabulous dining experience! We visited My Loup last night and were blown away. The pork chops were perfectly cooked, and the pickled shrimp was a standout--sensational flavors across the board. The vibe is young and relaxed, but make no mistake--this team is serious about food. Beautiful presentation, thoughtful ingredients, and bold, unforgettable taste. It feels like the kind of operation The Bear would be proud of. So yes, the wolf meets the bear--and it's culinary magic. Highly recommend! read more

I'd been eyeing My Loup for a while after hearing so many rave reviews, and finally got the chance to try it. I've been to Her Place Supper Club (from the same team), and while I loved the ambiance and service there, the food didn't quite stick with me. So I came into My Loup curious, but hopeful. We had reservations at the bar, and our server/bartender was warm and welcoming. We started with the Extra Sour Sourdough served with whipped butter, cornichons, and pearl onions. A simple dish, but it was done really well. The bread had that perfect chew with a satisfying tang. Solid start and definitely something I'd recommend. Next up was the Yellowtail with Carrot and Orange. The flavor combo was bright and citrusy, but the yellowtail itself tasted a bit too fishy for me. The other ingredients tried to balance it out, but it didn't quite land, probably wouldn't order this one again. The Maine Sea Urchin with Sweet Potato and Brioche came beautifully presented in a sea urchin shell. Flavor-wise, it was unique and well-balanced, though I was hoping for a bit more uni for the price. Still, it was interesting enough that I'd order it again. Then came the Pastrami Beef Tartare on Latkes. Cool concept, and the flavors were decent, but as someone who holds beef tartare to a high standard, it didn't quite blow me away. Good, not great. Green Garlic Escar Roll. This dish was highly recommended, so we were curious. It came out looking like a cinnamon roll, literally. We expected something lighter, maybe a puff pastry tart with a garlicky escargot center. Instead, it was doughy and dense, and the escargot inside lacked bold flavor. A creative idea, but the execution didn't quite land for us. But the star of the night? The Bone-In Filet. Served with onions, sherry, and Birchrun Blue, this dish was everything I hoped for and more. Perfectly cooked, meltin your mouth texture, and that rich sauce tied it all together. The onions were a nice touch, and although the blue cheese wasn't totally my flavor profile so I didn't eat the cheese. We also had a side of fries and they were decent, just needed a bit more crunch, but dipping them into the steak sauce? Chef's kiss. We skipped dessert this time, but I'd definitely come back, especially for that filet. Overall: 4 out of 5 stars. Some dishes missed the mark, but the highlights made the visit worthwhile. read more

After hearing all the hype about My Loup over the past year, I finally went to see what this place was about. All I can say is - WOW. Such a a unique menu (most of which was food I had never tried before) and very cozy but trendy vibe inside. The servers were all very kind and knowledgeable about the menu, and our server ultimately pointed us towards some of the most popular (and delicious!) options. The Food: 1) I was a bit skeptical about pickled shrimp on the saltine crackers, but omg this combination was just perfect. 2) osyters were fresh, juicy and came w plenty of toppings. However, I wouldn't say these were super unique to My Loup. 3) the Escar-roll was fantastic! Our server described it as "imagine a cinnamon roll but instead of sugar it's a garlic, green sauce with escargot rolled into fresh dough and covered in butter). We were immediate sold and are so glad we ordered it! 4) the Sablefish covered in potato chips was insane. very rich and perfectly cooked. 5) I didn't get a picture, but we ended the meal with a lemon tart (+ a candle on top for my birthday). It was very citrus forward and creamy, however the tart shell was a bit too hard to cut with a spoon. Overall my experience was 10/10. My Loup is now on my personal list of Philly gems, and I will certainly be returning the next time they change up the menu. read more

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Excellent. Highly deserving of its accolades and Michelin recognition. Place is a cozy spot in the Rittenhouse area of Philly. Hints of creativity without veering too close to try-hard territory. Food across the board is just notably fresh, very well prepared, and with the right combinations. In many ways, a perfect balance of high-end traditional with the right about of nuanced creativity. Everything we had was good in our family-style dinner... the amberjack crudo, sweatbread skewer, escar-roll and venison tartare were all fantastic starters (especially the escargot plate), with the pork chop, skate and hanger steak all a wonderful way stuff ourselves. Desserts were also very good (although the four of us were already a tad full to truly appreciate them). Vibe is casual, warm and friendly from the minute you walk through the door. The final check is reasonable for a higher end table without it being a once-in-a-blue moon treat for anyone who enjoys finer/fine dining. Fantastic. read more

Made a reservation for our group for dinner at 7:30pm last night. Upon arrival, the table was not ready, so we waited, and waited... for about an hour before our table became available. While we waited, we had a couple rounds of drinks. The manager was incredibly apologetic that we had to wait so long and was kind enough to buy us a round. Later, during dinner, the kitchen also sent us some dishes compliments of the chef. After much waiting, we were finally seated. The next 2 hours flew by. Every single dish we ate was bursting with flavor and tasted so balanced. All the ingredients in each dish complemented each other so well. The raw oysters and the raw scallop dish from the menu jumped out at us, so we ordered them. Both tasted so fresh and delicious. The Beef Tongue Muffuletta was served on a focaccia toast - not too much bread, topped with a thinly sliced beef tongue and a briny, vinegary relish with what tasted like chunks of salami. The Philly Balls were just okay. At $5 per ball, they were small. I would recommend skipping it. The Smoked Eel Caesar Salad at $24, did not make sense to our wallets but was given to us on the house. I have to say we were all pleasantly surprised by how amazing this little salad tasted. It was one of our favorite dishes of the night. The Striploin served with fries was another one of our favorites of the night. The steak was tender, and the sauce was absolutely exquisite. We could not get enough of this dish. The fries were good too. The Lamb Shoulder was a very simple dish but was perfectly braised. It paired nicely with all the root vegetables it came with. As for dessert, our table shared a creamy soft-serve from 1-900-ICECREAM with teddy grahams. The perfect ending to a wonderful meal. For someone who loves wine, I had 3 cocktails last night and not a single glass of wine. The cocktails at My Loup were just that good. Pete's espresso martini is the one to get. Overall, we had a great time. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed ourselves. And the food and drinks were on point. read more

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I have had My Loup on my Philly dining summer bucket list since it opened and was happy to snag a reservation for 1 last Wednesday night. From service to aesthetics to plating to flavor and every small detail in between, this spot delivers. Every single thing I ate was equal parts simple and revelatory, and I was grateful to experience the care that went into crafting every dish. Let's get into it: Oysters: some of the best I've ever had, definitely the best I've had in Philadelphia. Went with 4 and they smartly suggested two of each variety they had in. Served with a classic zippy cocktail sauce or vinegar mixture depending on your preference, these oysters are also salty, acidic perfection on their own. I would not recommend skipping and could have eaten like, 12 more. Philly ball: a fun addition to the menu that shows their capacity for play. A flavorful ground meat mixture surrounds melty provolone and is encased in a fried arancini-like crust. Topped off with clouds and mounds of freshly grated parm, I found one of these to actually be fairly filling. Again, simple, but an inspired homage to the flavors that are most closely associated with Philly. Striploin: this was insane. Served in a rich but light pickly sauce on the night I attended, this baby was cooked to perfection, plated and pre-cut beautifully with mustard seed adding texture/flavor, and served alongside a simple green fava bean and potato salad. I, like the savage I am, sat alone and absolutely went to town on this. I used the word simple, like, a thousand times in this review - but at the end of the day I truly believe that simplicity is what gives My Loup it's special sauce. I have yet to try Her Place but this made me so much more excited to snag that rez as soon as possible as well. Feeling lucky to live in Philly at the same time that Alex and Amanda are bringing their vision and special POV to the city's culinary scene, and will happily (like everyone) clap loudly at every dish, venture, and flavor they bring to life. read more

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Food was bad. Service fine. Ambiance lame. Undercooked food small potions. Not worth the hype. read more

Super nice date spot/upscale dinner! The food is similar in style and taste (excellent) to her place, but it is not a prefix menu which is nice. Would highly recommend the raw entrees and the dessert! The lobster, oysters, and chocolate cake were the highlights of the meal read more

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From the makers of Her Place Supper Club, my Loup is a new French-American restaurant in Rittenhouse with cool vibes and big plates to share. The entire menu from the cocktails to the dessert are multi-level and feature complex layers. I had a Expresso martini with chocolate and mezcal, literally the most perfect salty/sweet drink in a glass. Other things we ordered: strip loin served with mushrooms and peas, lamb with fava beans, east coast oysters, fried soft shell crab w/caviar and the chocolate cake. Special shout out to the strip loin, the mushroom sauce it's served with can be a meal on its own. It was so rich and made me want to lick my plate clean. Be prepared to drive around to find parking, as street parking on the block is limited before 6:30pm. Paid lot parking is plentiful Lastly, you won't be dining here on a weekend, as my Loup is only open M-F! ( I love that for them) read more

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I tried out the adorable, cozy new restaurant with a friend on a weekday evening. I honestly wasn't sure whether to go in with high expectations so I lowered them and was pleasantly surprised. The space is pretty small so definitely not the best for groups. It worked best for parties of 4 or less. The dress code was pretty casual, but you can absolutely dress up and not feel out of place. The staff was wonderful. The drinks were DIVINE. The food on the other hand, had some hits and misses. We didn't love the lamb but the fries were perfect, the steak was a bit too chewy, Philly balls were great, the halibut cheeks were also great, as was the caviar. Overall, it's a cute space, it's definitely not on the cheaper side of things, but the drinks are very worth it. read more

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