The place was empty when we came in but people slowly poured in for lunch on a Saturday. Panini's were not what I expected - not pressed but they were toasted. They were still good but just expected something different. Everything wasn't overly salty - actually very well seasoned. I would warm the bread and maybe put out some Italian seasoning for olive oil dipping for the bread. Environment was nice. Simple. Hints of a cafe in Italy. read more

Radicchio Cafe - Chicken Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Always happy to go someplace I haven't been. When friends suggested late lunch at Radicchio, I was all in. Yelp reviews were great and while my assessment was less than five stars, I'd happily return. Rather than our usual shared salad, T and I split an order of grilled artichokes. Shrimp-- I only saw one or two measly ones -- parmesan, olive oil, lemon, tomato and arugula. Good, though not as 'amazing' as I was led to believe. My husband was thrilled with his farfalle deliza, compared favorably to one of my all-time-favorite Italian restaurants in Florida. If the chicken on my francese wasn't dry, it would've been a five star plate. The sauce was excellent, and I loved the garlic-sauteed spinach I asked for instead of pasta. They brought the whole branzino to the table for my friend to approve, before fileting it in the kitchen. She loved it. 4.5 stars. And her husband chose chicken and broccoli, also asking for spinach instead of spaghetti. Another 4.5 star rating. Radicchio Cafe used to be BYOB. No longer. But I was delighted with our $25 bottle of Montepulciano. $25!!!! That's a deal in a nice restaurant. Service was friendly and attentive. Street parking readily available. And when it warms up, outside seating is an option. read more

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My friend and I went for lunch during restaurant week. It was a three course lunch from $20. Several selections were available for each course. I had the beet salad for an appetizer. The roasted red and yellow beets were on top of a bed of arugula with a light vinaigrette. The beets were firm but tender. All the flavors complement each other well. My friend had Ricci e Poveri. It was shrimp on top of white beans and endive. It was very tasty. I had salmon for an entrée. It came with chopped tomatoes and asparagus. The tomatoes were very good considering they are out of season. It also came in with spinach. I can't eat spinach, so our server offered to put more tomato and asparagus on. The salmon was cooked perfectly. My friend had veal Marsala. The veal was thinly sliced and lightly bread it. It came with pasta. I have mushrooms and pieces of carrots. It was delicious. Both the appetizer and entrée portions were a good size. We have the chocolate cake and lemon cello cake for dessert. The slices were small, but perfect to end the meal. The restaurant is a little off the beaten path. It is like stepping into a neighborhood Italian Trattoria. It was very welcoming. Our server was attentive and very nice. read more

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Such a cozy restaurant with great food! They have a great Italian menu, I was not super hungry when we went so I just had a salad but it was very good and everything was fresh! All of the other dishes looked amazing so I will definitely back. The space is really cute and the staff were so friendly. The service was also very quick and the food was out was quicker than we were expecting! We got there shortly after it opened for dinner and there were only two of us so we were able to be seated right away with no reservation but it did get more crowded as we sat there. read more

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Charming Italian restaurant situated in old city. It's very tight inside so reservations are definitely recommended! Service and food were both great! They have a full bar now so it's not byo, however, we saw several groups walk in with their own bottles and get away with it..which was annoying since we paid for a full bottle. Maybe because it's a new rule they are allowing it for now? We ordered the octopus, broccoli rabe, chicken sorrentina, and agnello scottsdito. Everything was delicious and fresh. We especially loved our entrees and would get it again! Cooked to perfection, hearty amount and tasty. Wish I had room to try dessert, but that will be for next time! read more

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Went for lunch on a Monday and there was only one other table being served. We ordered the grilled octopus, the special pasta of the day (pappardelle with a lemony wine sauce, mussels and clams), and ziti al telefono (insane cheese pull as pictured). The server was so nice and chatty, and gave us a complimentary tiramisu after our meal. The pastas were both delicious, cooked well, with sauces that were clearly well-developed in flavor. The octopus and the pappardelle dish were the most memorable, especially the octopus. Would come back just for that! read more

Radicchio Cafe - Ziti al TELEFONO. - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

For my first visit to Raddichio Cafe, I started with the burrata salad. I do not like arugula (it tastes like dirt to me), but I love burrata cheese and a balsamic drizzle, so I mustered the courage to eat through the arugula. The burrata was the perfect consistency and so flavorful. The size of the salad was larger than I expected -- a nice surprise. I'm a vegetarian, so my options were relatively limited. Without modifications, the spaghetti pomodoro was the only meatless entree. But they were accommodating -- I was able to order the Ziti Toto without pancetta. The vodka cream sauce was creamy and not too alcohol-forward, which I can find off-putting. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the tomatoes added a subtle tang to each bite. I was already stuffed from the salad and pasta, but I couldn't leave without trying the tiramisu. And I'm glad I did -- it was so good. It was very light I also had an espresso martini which was delicious -- very coffee-forward but enough sweetness to balance it and the liquor. I could have easily ordered another. Overall, I really enjoyed my meal. The service was great -- multiple members of the waitstaff checked in with us. And I liked the laid-back decor and ambiance. read more

I came here with boyfriend when we had an east coast trip. It was recommended by a friend who used to live in the area. Great rec! We enjoyed the food and the continuous hustle of the staff and kitchen. It was a little cramped in the restaurant, but it allowed us the opportunity to chat with our seat mates! It's BYoB, which was new to us coming from Washington. However, the place did have wine available for sale and we did that. Delicious! read more

We had dinner at Radicchio Café in Old City this past Friday night at 7 PM. It was our first time, and we'd actually walked by earlier in the week and thought it looked really cute--so we made a reservation. When we arrived, it was lively but not overly packed, and we were seated right away. We opted for an outdoor table, which turned out to be a great choice (even though it got unexpectedly chilly--more on that in a second!). Service was excellent across the board. Our server was warm, attentive, and really knowledgeable about the menu and specials. The wine pours were generous--a major win for the girls. When the temperature dropped quickly, a server kindly fired up the outdoor heater and even swapped in a fresh propane tank so we'd stay warm during dinner. Above and beyond. We started with complimentary bruschetta and bread with oil, which were both delicious. For an appetizer, we ordered the Gauzzeto (mussels and clams in a spicy red sauce), and honestly--it was the best bite of the night. The mussels were massive and fresh, and we ended up sopping up every last bit of that amazing sauce with our bread. For mains, I had the Chicken Locanda, which was beautifully thin and fried to perfection, but it came out a little cold. That said, the eggplant on top was flavorful and warm, and paired with the arugula and tomato, it made for a great combination. My partner had the Farfalle Positano, which was unfortunately pretty bland. We asked for extra tomato sauce, which definitely helped, but it wasn't a standout. Even though the entrées were a bit underwhelming, the service, ambiance, and appetizers really carried the night. As a sweet touch, they brought us a little bite of biscotti at the end of the meal, even though we didn't order dessert. Overall, it wasn't perfect--but it was charming and enjoyable, and we're already planning to go back and try a different dish next time. read more

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As we entered Radicchio Cafe we were greeted by the hostess who brought us to our table. While we were perusing the different options of endless enjoyment, we had the opportunity to see what others had ordered for their table. Let me tell you our mouths began to salivate just looking at the presentation from these dishes. While we were enjoying a several glasses of wine, let me just tell you what we enjoyed this fine evening. (At the moment it is still a "BYO") Appetizer. * Burrata ~ This was one of their specials , and this was amazing. Creamy, and delightful which made this salad the more enjoyable. * Grilled Octopus ~ This was perfectly marinated. Main. * Branzino ~ A special they were serving this evening, and this European seabass was made to perfection. This also came with a side of vegetables which complimented the main attraction. * Tagliatelle Diavolo ~ Another special they were serving with scallops, shrimp, and clams. This spicy dish was simply amazing. Dessert. * Tiramisu ~ What can one say.. simply exquisite. The service was on point with our waitress making sure we were fully accommodated, which is always a plus. In all with the decor , that home type feel that makes you feel like you are eating with family. This my yelp fam can make any meal you choose more enjoyable. With all of this coming at you, it makes you want to come back again, and again, and again. I know I will be back when they open up their new bar. I am Nando, and I approve this message. read more

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My husband and I stopped in here for dinner when we didn't feel like cooking and it did not disappoint. The service was attentive and friendly. We got the grilled artichoke to start which was delicious (hence why I never got a photo). I got the broccoli rabe and sausage for my main (it's an app but the portion was plenty). And my husband got the pasta with vodka sauce and prosciutto. The vida sauce was so nice and light. We also got complimentary bread, bruschetta, and tinny biscotti cookie. Be sure to check them out! read more

Radicchio Cafe - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Ate here for a Friday night dinner in the city. Loved the bone in veal parm and the bustling Italian atmosphere. Service was friendly and the prices reasonable. Would certainly return read more

Radicchio Cafe - Veal Parmigiana. - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Excellent food. Very fair prices. Excellent service. Very accommodating to a group of 8 people with 2 children.

3.5 The good: grilled octopus, very fresh and tasty, a must-try. Fast service. No wait for tables. The rest: I was excited to try this place based on the reviews, but for the price, the ambiance, and the pasta, I was disappointed. No wait for a table on a Friday night. They started us off with bruschetta that was a bit onion-forward but overall good. But the cold sesame-topped bread that came with it was rock hard. The flavor was okay, but it was stale. Not a good sign. The pasta is all over $23, most closer to $30, with some entrees over $40. The place feels like it's trying to be fancier than it is. It's very casual inside (screams Italian with the cork walls and Italian words strewn about), and the tables are very close together. Some of our plates were a bit chipped. The pasta had very little bite, and the red sauce on my pomodoro was generous but a bit bland. My husband was especially disappointed with his chicken with broccoli penne--he said it felt like getting a basic stir fry for $29. Dinner ended with a free small biscotti for each of us. It was fine. Maybe I ordered the wrong things. Like I said, the grilled octopus was great. Very tender, well executed, nice balanced flavor. Maybe seafood is the way to go here, or the specials. But the pasta we got was such a let down, especially for the price. I would've given this place four stars if not for that. read more

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We had a reservation for 7:00. We were not seated until close to 7:40. We were given champagne but we weren't drinking because we were carb loading for a race. They also gave us this weird plate of olives which was also an odd choice. I would not go back due to the poor service and odd choices to make up for the long wait. read more

IM50* Extremely loud, nice sour notes, grill master, pasta and shrimp over. - Caesar salad. Normal. $18 - grilled artichoke and peppers. Excellent flavor combo. $22 - branzino deboned by server, but had no sauce. Moist but boring. $41 - ziti's meatballs were excellent, gravy good, but pasta cooked to oblivion, disintegrated on fork and needed a spoon $26 - tri-colori pasta. Dried tomato not a fave. Shrimp rubber overcooked. $34 - asparagus-wrapped veal interesting crunch, but more a leftover 90's novelty $38 - grilled and oiled veg (cauliflower, broccoli, potato), great flavor, but same as everything else * Inflation meter 50 [prices 50% higher than I want to pay for this product ($18 for a $12 salad)] * attentive service, all waiters and staff helping all tables, great coverage, but you might have to tell several people consecutively that you're still not done yet * (cozy and closely set tables in small room) + (groups excited to be together) = (extremely loud atmosphere). Bring your airpods pro2 and set them in enhanced noise reduction mode if you have any chance of hearing or keeping from thrashing your voice * reservation absolutely required. see Apple Maps (now available at maps.apple.com) for my photos read more

So first impression was a nice BYOB on a cute cobble stone street in old city. Plus we got seated so fast for a Friday night. They bring you out complimentary bruschetta on crostinis and a bread basket to start. It's always a green flag when you don't have to pay for a bread basket. We got 2 apps that were on special: roasted peppers with provolone and calamari. Then split 2 entrees: a pasta and chicken. We finished by splitting gelato. The portions were large and shareable. The food was delicious. The services was fast! The services was so fast but honestly too fast. We had 5 plates in less than an hour. Our entrees came out immediately after the appetizers. We asked for a couple minutes before ordering dessert but the waitress came back over twice asking if we were ready. Overall the food was A+ but it would be nice to enjoy the meal and not feel so rushed. read more

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Loved it! After walking the city we chanced upon it and loved the food and wine. Service was perfect.

I went here with my wife on a recent trip to Philadelphia. We were in Philadelphia for a very short period of time and picked this place based off some photos we saw on the internet, and because it was near our hotel. Overall, this was a very good Italian restaurant. First, the food was excellent. We ordered the Zito Too, Spaghetti Matriciana and tiramisu for dessert. The pastas were cooked nicely al dente and the sauces were flavorful. The tiramisu for dessert was very good, but not outstanding. Second, the service was good. Our server was attentive, polite and the food came out quickly. The only negative, was we felt a little bit rushed at the end of our meal. If it wasn't for that, I would say the service was excellent. Third, the ambulance was nice. It's a small, cozy restaurant that comes off as a neighborhood place. We enjoyed what could be described as traditional Italian restaurant decor and ambience. There were, however, some negatives. First, be warned there is a 3% surcharge to used your credit card. Given the prices range of the dishes and that a meal here could easily cost hundreds of dollars for a larger group, I felt that this was unfair. Also, there no warning or notice of this surcharge, at least none that was obvious. I surprised by the extra charge when wee got our bill. Second, the intimate nature of the restaurant can lent itself to the restaurant being a little too loud. That night we there a larger group (12-15 people) were at one table celebrating a birthday. One of the people was obnoxiously load and her voice dominated the entire restaurant the entire time were there. While, not necessarily the restaurant's fault, it's a risk of eating any small restaurant. Be warned. In sum, is this is a great restaurant with a few small flaws that shouldn't be enough to prevent anyone from eating here. read more

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Great spot! Friendly waiter! Very very good Lemoncello! (Chef's kiss) Their entree, squid ink pasta was excellent!! Nice add to my favorites list! read more

My boyfriend and I came here for a date night the other day; we absolutely LOVED it! It's BYOB and the food is incredible. They don't take reservations but we got there around 6pm on a Friday night and had no issues getting a table. They have seating inside and outside so it makes it a lot easier! We started off with the mussels and clams appetizer in a garlic white wine sauce. Very tasty and loved dipping the bread in the garlicy sauce. Chefs kiss! For our mains we decided to split the spaghetti with chicken parm and ziti with meatballs. The tomato sauce was terrific and tasted just like your Italian grandmother would make for you on Sunday. The tomato sauce was a bit on the sweeter side which I loved as well. They chopped up the meatballs which was a nice addition and also added some ricotta cheese for a little something extra. The chicken parm was to die for and probably my favorite dish here! It was perfectly cooked and extremely delicious. We were too full for dessert but definetly want to try something next time! I can't wait to go back and try their other dishes. I would recommend anyone to go to Raddicho Cafe, you certainly will not be disappointed if your looking for a delicious Italian meal. read more

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Food was great Service is great . Amir is the best there is . Knowledgeable and friendly face that makes you want to come back ! small place with amazing food read more

Excellent food. Amazing service. Everything we had was delicious. Will definitely go back! read more

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probably one of my favorite italian restaurants so far in philly! very homey atmosphere with friendly waiters:) grilled octopus was amazing as well as the pastas i shared with my friend!!! highly recommend getting dessert here too - the pistachio cheesecake we had was heavenly. definitely coming back! read more

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The food, specifically the branzino, was truly excellent. Cooked whole and filleted after was part of the key. Topped off with their special sauce was a bonus. The lamb chops were also fab. Served at the correct temperature, seasoned just right, and more than enough. The downside is the almost intolerable noise level along with the cramped seating. We were happy that we made early reservations, as people waited at the door and just outside waiting for their tables as we were still eating. That said, after we were seated, it took a good 15 minutes or more for our order to be taken. Beware . Their byob only will no longer be the case starting September 16. Not sure if there will be a corkage fee thereafter ( Does a screw off bottle count)? read more

Wonderful food at reasonable prices! Nice staff and good service. Lots of parking nearby after 6pm.

I'm happy to update my review for Radicchio to reflect more like my original. This was my favorite neighborhood spot before they closed down (COVID). I was so excited when they reopened, but the food wasn't the same. I can now confidently say that they are back even better than the original. They have taken the original dishes and have worked hard to stay true to the consistency and quality they were known for with many of the same servers from back in the day. Also they have kept the cozy and intimate ambiance intact! Bravo Radicchio and welcome back! read more

Half of me doesn't want to write this review, because I don't want anyone else to know about this gem. I'm old school. I'm Italian. Radicchio meets me right were I'm at. The langoustines are among the better things I've ever eaten...the staff doesn't rush you through your afternoon bottle of Vernaccia...nor will they judge you if you need something to eat between your primo and secundi. Situated on a beautiful cobblestone street...Wood...which many natives have never heard of..you need this in your life. Rarely do I give out 5 stars and a ringing endorsement, but it is warranted in this instance. See you there. read more

This place serves bad food & is overpriced. The photo shown is "supposed" to be their Broccoli Chicken pasta. As you can see it looks like sink water. We ordered one appetizer & 2 pastas, our total came out to $100, not including tip. Don't recommend, there are other Italian restaurants in Philly that cost less & taste better. read more

Radicchio Cafe - "Supposedly Broccoli & Chicken Pasta" Please pick somewhere else to have authentic Italian food. - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This is such a cute lil Italian BYO gem! Food was delicious and they gave us free bruschetta and dessert. Waitstaff was great. My only complaint would be the location which isn't ideal, but honestly the food was well worth the hike. It's also a bit on the pricier end. We ordered the Caesar salad which didn't look like much but was amazing, the ziti telefono and the ziti Toto both of which were wildly delicious. read more

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What a cute little place! My sister threw a dinner here for her graduation last week and it was a wonderful experience. I love Old Philly with the cobblestone streets.. parking wasn't terrible, but I'm sure it can get kinda ugly looking for it at certain days and times. My first impression was just of warmth. It's intimate.. dimly lighted with nice glow from all of the Christmas lights hanging on the wall. I felt like I was in someone's home. Service was quick and pleasant. It's BYOB, so how can you beat that? The apps were okay... but my entree of Toto Ziti was BANGIN! Ziti in a pink vodka sauce with prosciutto and shallots.. my goodness it was some of the tastiest I've had. I don't live close by, but I would probably try to accommodate another trip for that plate alone. And prices are extremely reasonable. read more

Radicchio Cafe - Toto Ziti... the bomb. - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The restaurant very busy, you might experience a little wait but the food came out will satisfy your appetite , they decoration of restaurant in side really warm like local family restaurant,. I definitely come back so many times read more

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My favorite Italian BYOB in all of Philadelphia! Radicchio has the best vodka sauce that I've yet to find and it's the perfect addition on top of their chicken sorrentina (which is really their chicken parm)! I would go back again and again to Radicchio for dinner. Can't recommend it enough as a little, quiet spot for great food! read more

Radicchio Cafe - Chicken SORRENTINA with vodka sauce - Italian Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Excellent food and service and a great welcoming owner and nice waitstaff and BYOB as well

One of if not the best byob restaurants in the city, which now serves alcohol .The service is excellent and the food is amazing .

We are locals and have driven past this restaurant many times over many years, we finally went here and said to ourselves "WTF" why have we not tried this before. We have been twice in the last few weeks and everything was great. Keep doing what you have been doing for the past 20 years! read more

I just had lunch with friends at Radicchio and it was a very enjoyable experience. The service was excellent, food delicious and prices for a glass of wine at lunch were very inexpensive. Loved their grilled octopus and veal parm. They allowed me to substitute spinach for pasta. I recommend this hidden gem. read more

I was told this place is a "hidden gem" for great Italian food. I visited for a lunch date and left thinking about when the next time will be that I can come back for more! We ordered the veal with gnocchi and the farfalle dish from the traditional menu. I thoroughly enjoyed the veal and gnocchi but had the pleasure of a taste of the farfalle and will definitely order it the next time there. The wine is reasonably priced and the ambiance perfectly matches the menu and food. read more

Had an early dinner with a friend who recommended this place and I'm glad we went because the food and service was very good my only issue is that some of the dishes were not filling so you might end up leaving hungry if you don't order enough to eat but that would end up being more expensive thrn it already is. read more

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I have been to Radicchio Cafe about 6-7 times. It is hands down my favorite little Italian restaurant in Philadelphia. The food never disappoints, the ambiance is very warm and inviting. The service has always been top-tier. I cannot say more positive things about this restaurant. Definitely make sure to stop there the next time you are in Philly! read more