Back in Philly visiting the Middle Child and walked over to Rittenhouse Square on a beautiful sunny Saturday. Parc was over an hour wait, Devon didn't look interesting enough, so Rouge was the choice. Had the French Onion soup in a crock and it was absolutely perfect. I got the turkey sandwich which was great and thus meant my wife decided that she wanted it. I ended up having her hanger steak salad and it was a pretty good trade although I did like the turkey a bit better. Will definitely be back and want to try a few other things on the menu. read more

Rouge - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The first thing you notice when you walk into this quaint restaurant is the ambiance. The decorations were classy, verging on bougie, which was the perfect setting for a nice lunch date to catch up with an old friend. Even the coat check service reinforced this classy atmosphere. As we were looking at our menu, I was caught off guard when the waitress brought over some bread with butter. I was instantly happy not only because I was famished but also because I love carbs. For my main dish, I decided to try the Spicy Tuna Burger. I was not too amazed by it. In fact, the side salad was better than the burger. The dish was on the bland side and could have used a bit of seasoning. Also, the burger was not as spicy as I was anticipating, given its name. The side dishes on the other hand were great. The truffle parmesan pommes frites were amazing. The mac and cheese was an amazing dish of cheesy goodness. Since it was a chilly day, my friend decided to order the Spicy Duck Soup. As a side note, this dish was probably spicier than my "spicy" tuna burger. The soup was lovely with some nice kicks and flavors. I would recommend this soup over the spicy tuna burger any day. read more

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I'm in town often and have been to a number of local spots. This one is a stand out. Tilapia tacos are always a favorite of mine and these were the best I've ever had - No joke. A great piece of fish. Flakey but meaty. Nicely balanced seasoning. Mango salsa. Avocado. Micro greens. Served on a corn tortilla with an adobo sauce. Perfection! In the mood for an amazing burger? They look ridiculous. Next time. read more

Rouge - Tilapia tacos!! Best EVER! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Split the burger and the warm ham & brie sandwich - both were tasty. The burger and fries aren't as good as they used to be before COVID, so you can tell they are cutting corners on some items. The calamari and shrimp cocktail were good. The cocktails were not strong (either overly sweet or overly spicy) and were overpriced. read more

Great meal - wonderful service- incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Will be back for more.

Great food and beautiful location right next to Rittenhouse. Been here a couple times and the food is always great and wait staff are all super friendly. We've tried the omelette and eggs Benedict and really enjoyed. The French toast is also amazing, perfect level of sweetness and delicious fruit that they change up with the seasons. For what it's worth, I also think the food is much higher quality than parc. read more

Food is always good, one of the best burgers in the city. The waiters are phenomenal especially Mark

Had a wonderful experience at Rouge. The atmosphere was lovely. We sat inside at a table by an open window so we enjoyed the views of their nicely decorated patio while still being indoors. Ordered the Cider On The Square cocktail and it was excellent! Delicious fall drink! The Rouge burger was very good and the fries were fantastic! Overall, a great time! read more

First time here. The space is really cute, a blend of upscale, trendy and cozy. I was most impressed by the cocktails, very good. I also ordered the swordfish steak for my entree. The fish was excellently prepared. It was marinated with a spice rub type of deal, which wasn't my personal jam, but I can see how objectively it is a good flavor blend. It came with a delicious side of cous cous. (Here's some little known facts about cous cous. They didn't add the second "cous" until 1979) read more

We ordered grub hub from this place and it was supposed to be delivered at 6:30 pm. We received a text the restaurant is not accepting orders and cancelled our order 1 hour later. 4 minutes before it was supposed to be delivered. Disgraceful. read more

Yesterday's dinner devours come all the way from @98rouge Rogue Philadelphia. This establishment is located on 18th St. between Walnut in Locust. Upon arriving this establishment office both indoor and outdoor dining. Both experiences are simply extraordinary. The outdoor dining as sad as if you are in a winter cabin yet still outdoors. The indoor dining is set as if you're eating in a elegant restaurant. The bathrooms are really spacious and very very clean. My server/waiter was very helpful and she was able to walk me through the menu it was very attentive and patient with me. What's my service starting out with a great start, I ordered the shrimp cocktail that came with jumbo shrimp, lemon and garlic, classic cocktail sauce with celery, and a shallot salad. I then also ordered the oysters on the half shell by which came with Champagne mignonette, house made hot sauce, vinegar, and classic cocktail sauce. The shrimp was absolutely huge! They were actually delicious with the lemon and the Charlotte salad. The oysters when they were dressed up with the housemaid hot sauce and vinegar and cocktail sauce and lemon were absolutely amazing. They were worth every dollar I spent. If you ever find yourself downtown wanting small eats that were affordable yet really intriguing? Please check out @98rouge Rogue on 18th St. and Center City Philadelphia. Oh and hey, let them know Shimmy sent you! #food #foodie #foodphotography #foodstagram #foodblogger #philadelphia #philly #shrimp #water #beer #menu #table #outdoors #indoor #dining #selflove #lemon #cocktail #vinegar #oysters #hotsauce read more

Visitors from Cali. Excited to try. Major fail! Let me start by saying the place was pretty empty (mostly people at bar) ordered drinks at an appropriate time, ordered a lemon drop (it was nasty) I asked to please have them add some kind of syrup. They did get it right the second time. We asked for appetizers (not offered) it also came at an appropriate time. Now our dinner took FOREVER (to order). Finally placed our orders, waited quite some time to get our food. Mine was cold and noodles were hard (I again then asked for please have it warmed up and let her know noodles were hard) she then said "they were" instead of simply apologizing first. Finally food came warmed up (simply dropped it). My husband ordered a coke, never offered a refill. Very disappointed and food was no bueno and service was just not it totally refreshes the $180 bill! read more

We had a few drinks on a Saturday night before dinner. It wasn't too full, but it was very warm inside since they don't have air conditioning and the windows are open. The bartender, Andrew(?), wasn't really interested in conversation, but he made an amazing Cosmo that was perfectly balanced. There are also hooks under the bar for your bags! read more

Have not been here in years but it was better than ever. The deviled eggs, tuna carpaccio, and chicken Breast were absolutely great. The band-crafted cocktails didn't hurt either! read more

Rouge - Roasted chicken breast luncheon entree - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

So sad to say but this place has really gone down hill. It wasn't just the service, which was incredibly slow, but also the taste of the food. Basically, it took forever to recieve what I would consider mediocre food. They did not have their famous rolls and we had to ask for butter after we had to ask for bread. With Parc down the street, why waste your calories on this place? read more

The food is good and the drinks are fun, but what bumps my rating from good to excellent is a situation that played out and the staff's response. My friend was on a blind date date that went horribly wrong when the person she was meeting suddenly became angry, demanding, and verbally abusive. The servers immediately came to her rescue, let the gentleman know his behavior was unacceptable, and made her feel safe and welcome after seeing him out. read more

The best cole slaw I've ever eaten. Hands down. More please. The servers were amazing and being outside in all of this was amazing.

Having wanted to try Rouge for ages, my friend and I finally made it our destination for drinks and dinner. I arrived early and was fortunate enough to score a window table. While sampling a couple different glasses of white, I enjoyed French music and people-watching, both in the bar and outside on the Square. When my friend arrived, we ordered a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc, which I would highly recommend if I could remember the exact name. Our server, Danielle, was efficient and helpful with any questions we had about the menu. At her recommendation, we ordered the cheddar plate, which was an addition that day, as well as the Bibb lettuce and endive salad and the famous Rouge burger. The cheddar was fantastic and came with dried apricots, quince paste and a honey that I believe was truffle-lavender. Cracker Barrel, twas not! The salad was perfectly dressed and came with large Roquefort chunks, cashews and slivers of red onion and green apple. As for the burger--it looked heavenly, with a big helping of pommes frites, a perfect-looking pickle spear and side of ketchup. Alas, it was too good to be true. Don't get me wrong, I still inhaled the thing with the velocity of a Dyson, but it paled in comparison to the almighty Good Dog Burger. To be honest, I was a little relieved. It's hard to believe that a burger could get any better than GD's version, and if it ever were to happen I would certainly make a scene while convulsing in ecstasy... not exactly ladylike. We should have stopped there, but the dessert menu beckoned. We ordered the chocolate chip bread pudding with vanilla gelato and a caramel drizzle. What was dropped at our table was reminiscent of a hockey puck. For shame, Rouge line-cooks! Danielle whisked said puck away and returned with a less well-done bread pudding. It was, in her words, to-die for. She even took it off the bill, which I thought was extremely nice. Bottom line, I would certainly return for the ambiance and service, but it would likely be for drinks and small plates. read more

Came here with my girlfriend on a Friday around 6:00 p.m. We were very lucky to get a seat outside since the weather was beautiful. My girlfriend ordered two espresso martinis and I ordered a vodka martini. Both were good, and wanted to order an appetizer but they were a little too pricey for me. read more

America is the home of a unique sociological phenomenon. Dubbed The Fat Girl Effect, it can be most succinctly described as a female herding behavior and can be observed in a wide array of social settings. All the guys out there know exactly what I'm talking about. Within every group of hot girls, there is one fat chick (aka Loxodonta Americana Feminae). The hotter the hotties, the fatter the fat chick. Generally, the fat chick is the squad leader and gate keeper of the pack. All decisions are passed through her and her word is bond. She is constantly coddled and rarely questioned. Any threat to the fat chick will be handled in a decisive and aggressive manner by the herd. No transgressions will go unpunished. In fact, it's been said that hell hath no fury like a fat chick scorned. If you don't believe me, just go hang around a McDonald's when it's sold out of McFlurry's. Most guys see the fat chick as an obstacle and for good reason. More often than not, the fact chick is loud, sweaty, and obnoxious. It's a tough sell, especially in warmer climes, and it can make for a long evening of annoying banter and loud braying. However, those of us with more savvy in the ball game arena know the true score. The fat chick can be a serious road block, but she can also be the key to a successful evening of courting. If you're nice to the fat girl, then the hot girls will be significantly more likely to ignore your personal flaws and view you in a positive light. With each subsequent smile or laugh you generate from the fatty, you start to seem a little taller, a little more handsome, and a little more suave. Watch the hotties' faces light up as their appreciation of your sensitivity and kindness grows with each passing bon mot. With enough time and dedication to the fat chick, you can rest assured that you will be going home with the hottie of your choice. It's a slow play, but it always pays in the end. The managers of Rouge know this strategy well and, with some outside the box thinking, they employed it against yours truly in early September I was out and about with my pooch, looking for a dog-friendly venue where I could have a quick drink. Rouge was really my only choice as it had one seat left and Parc had none, so I hesitantly saddled up certain that I was in for a less than satisfactory experience. I've always had mixed feelings about Rouge. It has many undeniable positives - great locale, interesting people, terrific ambiance, and outdoor seating - but I've always had trouble looking past the negatives. In my opinion, it's overpriced. The food is good, but it's not THAT good and the portions are small. I understand that smaller portions are inherent in gourmet grub, but Rouge takes this axiom to the extreme. Furthermore, my girlfriend insists on ordering the Cheese Plate every single time we go there. It's mediocre at best, yet it costs $18. Please. So I was ok with my decision to sit at Rouge, but not thrilled. My pooch is cute as a button, but she is young, she is hyper, and she is annoying. Much like the fat chick of my little herd, she can be tough to deal with...but she runs my life, makes all of our decisions, and if she loves you, then I love you. I was absolutely floored when, instead of treating her with disdain as I had anticipated, my waitress rolled out the doggie red carpet. Without even asking she brought over a bowl of water and even went so far as to give my little pooch a treat. So sweet. Instantly my heart melted and my guard dropped. With two simple gestures of kindness and empathy, my waitress had ensured that I would forever ignore all of Rouge's flaws, enjoy a splendid evening with my pooch, and leave feeling nothing but positive vibes for the establishment. My 5-star review has little to do with food or drink and everything to do with their treatment of my fat chick-esque friend. We will go back now, many times I'm sure. So let this be a lesson to us all. If you feed the fatty, the hotties will love you. read more

The perfect way to start off a weekend in Philadelphia is with brunch in Rittenhouse Square overlooking the park on a postcard worthy spring day. We waited a few minutes but thankfully it was nothing beyond 10 minutes. As I glanced over the menu my eyes immediately jumped to the french toast and then darted over to the eggs benedict but then I decided to let my fellow yelpers guide me. I pulled out my iPhone and looked up the reviews and there it was Oprah and GQ had both crowned Rouge's burger one of the best. Now, I know a good burger so I was excited to sample the goods. Sadly, this is not one of the top burgers in my book. I still think it's great but not one of the best. The service however, was attentive and polite. I look forward to returning to Rouge soon for some of that french toast or the eggs benny. read more

i'm a big fan of rouge. this is an intimate restaurant with large open windows and a sidewalk seating area with chairs that face outward toward the street -- a great place to people watch. it's located off rittenhouse square, so there's a certain level of pretension that comes with the territory. but i found that the staff here were extremely friendly. the hostesses and manager were nice enough, but the shining star was our gregarious and humorous waiter. for brunch, i ordered the egg white omelette and my friend ordered the eggs benedict. both were delicious, but my omelette was especially fluffy and not at all overwhelmed by the use of goat cheese. i was impressed. the portions are just right, not too big and not too small. great service and great food. it's a bit pricey though, but again, comes with the territory. that's really the only thing i didn't love about rouge. read more

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This is the go to spot for cougars and young ladies alike. It doesn't matter what night it is, there's always some fine looking ladies sipping martinis or some sparkling wine around the bar. I am confident in saying that this is the place to go to meet hot women in Rittenhouse Square. The food is good and service is good. Things are overpriced, although there's usually a price to pay when cougars are involved... read more

So lunch time rolls around. You're craving a burger... Not just any ol' burger from a pub or fast joint. But something 'special', that packs an extra punch (and lbs...). I'm talking about the: Rouge Burger - Challah Roll, Caramelized Onions, Gruyere Cheese & Pommes Frite (the "french way"). Heavy. Tasteful. Flavorful. But what's really cool about this place... the "Gothic, jewel-box" interior design and suave, funky bar. *Mac & Cheese Update* - Not your ordinary macaroni and cheese, made with fontina cream, chervil bread crumbs & Lancaster county goat cheese. A real gourmet treat adorably plated in a coffee cup :) read more

The GOOD: +Amazing melt-in-your-mouth food. Try the specials--whatever they are! +Creative and delicious cocktails. +Outdoor seating on the edge of Rittenhouse Square. The BAD: -Dessert. It's just not that great. -Placing tables over subway steam vents--just a stupid idea. Rethink your table arrangement if you need to warn customers--seriously, someone could get burned. The UGLY: -Viagra-poppin' gents who bring ladies with fake tots, ugly clothes, and fried blonde hair. read more

Firstly, the food here is good, and the waitstaff is ALWAYS friendly and attentive. Prices are a little high given that the menu isn't super creative (it was about $55 for a beer, Caesar salad and some fries) but the location and ambience are nice. My issue is with the managerial staff. I've heard from other customers that they've reported being harassed by men while dining, and the male managers (I believe there are two or three total) have done nothing. I didn't pay a lot of attention until I had an experience with one of them outside of the restaurant. He was openly discussing being a manager there, and in my mind when someone does that, they're representing their employer, especially when they're in a managerial position. I was at a bar down the street, and this particular manager approached me. He was pressuring me to take shots (bringing them to my table without asking) and was not listening when I repeatedly said no. Finally, I admitted that I'm epileptic and have a hard limit for booze for my own personal safety. Instead of taking the drinks away and stopping bothering me, he cracked a joke about flashing lights at me to see if I would seize in public. I don't care who you are and whether or not you're sober, if I don't know you, you're already approaching me repeatedly even though I'm visibly uncomfortable, and you make a joke about putting my safety in jeopardy, all while talking about where you work, you're poorly representing your employer. I know there have already been some issues with inappropriate behavior from male managers from what I've witnessed when I've dined there, but this was wildly over the top. Please talk to your employees about how they treat customers outside of the restaurant setting, because this experience made me not want to return to Rouge. Honestly, someone who would make such an inappropriate joke shouldn't be openly discussing where they work, and probably shouldn't be a manager there. This was genuinely the worst experience I've had with any individual who works in the service industry in any capacity. All the lower-level employees I've met have been so incredibly sweet, but the man who made that joke (I believe he had some tattoos and kind of a buzz cut with longer hair on the top) should not be overseeing these staff members, many of whom are young women. Have some respect and decency towards other people, and don't make jokes about something that could be potentially incredibly dangerous. I likely will not return to the restaurant, because I have no interest in being anywhere near anyone who thinks that something like that is funny. People should feel safe and relaxed when dining at an upscale restaurant, but with the underbelly of this place, I can't say I would ever be relaxed there if I returned. read more

I usually don't mind places steeped in pretention and conceit. But the staff at this place? There are less d-b's in the Massengill aisle at CVS. I was there last night with a group of attractive ladies. I got up to use the bathroom (unisex- one person), and as expected it was occupied. So, as they would say in the UK I queued to wait my turn. In the interim, a group of girls came up, and asked if I was in line, and if they could wait in front of me to save space (as there was some open space next to the kitchen). As the door opened and the restroom became vacant, I walked in and closed the door. Within moments, I heard the Napoleon-like waiter ask the girls if I just cut in front of them, and without waiting for an answer pounded on the door. Upon exiting the restroom I seeked out the little man and asked him why he rushed to judgment, assuming that I cut the line in front of these women? I would call them ladies if they had acted as so and told the shrimp that there was indeed a line that they were waiting in. Regardless, he and these women both thought that my actions were unchivalrous, and therefore he would be their knight in mini-armor in disciplining me. Evidently at Rouge your time is less important than women when it comes to waiting to use the unisex restrooms. This is a place that is staffed with little-men who ignore societal norms like "lines" so they can look important and relevant to women, possibly giving them an edge (or inch) up on their competition. So at this place, be prepared to wait for a long time regardless of if you have waited your turn in line or not. read more

This is a Philadelphia Rittenhouse staple! As a Philly native, I've seen the city transform into the trendy food oasis that it is now. Rouge has been around for quite some time and the food, service, ambiance is always delightful! Sunday brunch choices are excellent. Rouge burger is huge and delicious. Desserts are on point! Once upon a time they had a tuna burger that I've missed from the menu the last few times. Would love to see it make a comeback! read more

Rouge was nothing like what I was expecting. Based on the price of the menu and its location, I expected something a bit like Parc - a bit fancy-schmancy, hoity-toity, overpriced and formal. Rouge was not that. It was more like what would happen if you had an old gay grandfather and he had a house party and everyone woke up in the morning and he served them Bloody Marys and mimosas at the counter bar in his kitchen while some of his friends ate breakfast on overstuffed chairs in his livingroom. Which was a little weird but also pretty much exactly what I want my life to be like when I am an old woman. The bartender - Tommy - was friendly and chatty. The Bloody Mary was good, although I wish the horseradish wasn't already in the mix since it was a bit spicy for me. The steak and eggs was good - a good portion of steak, cooked exactly how I ordered it, good hollandaise sauce but not poured over everything (personal breakfast pet peeve), well-cooked eggs. I got the parmesan truffle fries and they were kind of like crack. I'm sure they're great with a burger or on their own or whatever, but dipped into egg yolks? Mmm. If you wake up alone with a hangover on a Saturday morning, brunch here will help lift your spirits. If you wake up with someone else, with or without that hangover, on a Saturday morning - bring her here. It's a nice place to have a drink and some food while you figure out who she is and where you picked her up. read more

I wish I would have tried Rouge sooner! I dropped by Rouge this past beautiful Saturday for brunch & found it quite delicious & the atmosphere of the restaurant & view of the park both relaxing and entertaining. The egg white omelet with crab and goat cheese (my boyfriend's dish) was quite good if slightly bland, but the potatos sided with it were fantastic! I much preferred my dish of perfectly crisped & breaded chicken in a salad with a very tasty Thai sauce. mm...I could eat that every day! Service was impeccable, & I felt comfortable & welcome enough that I easily could have sat there all day taking in all the goings-on. Shopping called, however. You ladies will know how that is. I can't wait to return and try their Rouge Burger, & hopefully snag one of those sought-after outdoor tables while I'm at it! read more

Well, I gotta say, it could have been so much better. But unfortunately it was not. Today I was in town to meet a friend for a cigar @ Mahogany and pick up some hand made chocolate truffles for the better half's birthday. Since I hadn't eaten since breakfast @ 7 am, by noon I was ready for some grub. So, we decided to walk down to RIttenhouse to grab a bite. We walked by Rouge and there were a ton of people outside enjoying brunch. One gentleman had French Toast that looked awesome so we decided, why not here? We were seated immediately inside, since it looked like rain we didn't wanna take a chance, and perused the menu. Since I already had breakfast and this joint was new to me, I decided to play it safe an order the burger. I've heard they were great and if you can't make a burger correctly, how could I trust you to make anything else? Told the server that I wanted a burger, cooked medium with NO onions. Sorry, just not a fan. So, what do you think happened? Sure enough, my burger came out with onions. Sorry, but if you're gonna charge $16 for a burger, please bring it out the way I ordered it. But, no big deal, they didn't taste terrible. The burger was cooked perfectly (I should've taken a pic) and was just what I needed this afternoon. The bigger crime in my opinion, were the fries. If I had a heart condition, these would have killed me. Way, way, way to salty. My friend joked that it was like the lid to the salt shaker came off during seasoning and they decided fuck it, send them out cause we don't feel like making another batch. Horrible especially when you are charging those prices. I also have to mention that our server was kinda aloof. Only stopped back one time. My friend ordered a mimosa. That came with the check, or about 10-15 min after he ordered it. She just didn't really seem to care. Not at all what I expected. Very disappointed. Not saying I wouldn't go back there again, but it would definitely not be my first choice for lunch/dinner in Rittenhouse. read more

I guess when you hear they have one of the best burgers in town, you walk in with some pretty high expectations. Unfortunately, they were not met. We started with their complimentary bread and butter, which were very fresh and tasty. I ordered the burger because of their reputation. It is more like a meatball, and not easy to eat. I wouldn't even care about that if it tasted good. The flavor was lacking and while the carmelized onions did help, it was not really that amazing. It was cooked to perfection though. I was not able to eat the whole thing, but even still, for the rest of the day I felt like a boa constrictor trying to digest a small child. It did not make me feel good for a long time after - sick almost. We also ordered the chocolate chip bread pudding and it was not great. Maybe one of my top 3 least favorite that I have ever tried. For a table of 5 people sharing, there was about half of it left, which shows that nobody else really liked it. The service was superb as I would have imagined. It has been here for some time, so kudos to them for their success. I just won't be back. read more

I came here for brunch and the place was fairly empty. I'm not sure why because I enjoyed my visit very much. The decor was very tasteful and you can sit on plush couches to eat inside or outside and people watch Rittenhouse. I split a French toast with my friend and I was stuffed after my portion. Everything was well made and fresh. The prices are not that high but considering their portions and that I recommend splitting, this becomes a pretty cheap brunch place. There was no pretentiousness you get at some other places and the wait staff was all very friendly and attentive. read more

Rouge - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Definite pick-up spot. Or rather, definitely a spot where men with mid-life crises come to hit on attractive 20-somethings. Nice decor (though surprisingly small dining room), and always a buzzing scene regardless of day of week. Food is suprisingly decent given that this place is more see-and-be-scene than a foodie haven. read more

I agree with the previous cougar comments and the general upscale meat market feel (I'm not talking like DiBruno's either). But we went for drinks and bar food Friday and had a blast. The bartender was AWESOME. We split a burger and it was yummy -- so were the fries and Im not a fries girl. The other food looked pretty good too but I was more worried about my cocktails at that point so half a burger would have to do. I didn't realize it was such a pick up spot but I guess that's how out of that loop I am. But it was so much fun Friday that I can't wait to go back! read more

Yeah, it's really pricey, so I don't go all that often. But I don't know why Zagats and all the other food publications focus on the meat market aspect of it (yeah, there are the requisite Jersey types glitzed up and ready to go) at the expense of putting down the food. The food is excellent! I don't go there for an opportunity to flock around the bar and meet my sugar daddy, but for the excellent, fresh salads and soups (always with lovely seasonal ingredients), the creatively (often) and tastily (always) prepared meats. Also, the sidewalk seating can't be beat. You can sit at your table, watching the whole city pass you by even in the off-season, thanks to the wonderfully powerful heat lamps. read more

We stopped by as a group for lunch during Restaurant Week and was greeted warmly from the very beginning. The interior decor, although a smaller sized restaurant, was tastefully decorated with plenty of opportunity for people watching if you get seated by the windows. In the summer, it must be even nicer to sit outdoors. In terms of my meal, I had a cucumber/lime mocktail, brussel sprouts, artichoke dip, crispy chicken sandwich and a dessert sampler. Every single item was well presented and more importantly, tasted amazing. I highly recommend this restaurant. The sous chef - Matt, was extremely hospitable and the staff was very attentive and friendly. read more

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Dinner Review. Dropped by on my latest trip to Philly. Sat at the bar -- Tom was the waiter. Told him I was considering the Herb Roasted Chicken Breast. He said it was fantastic. So I ordered it. Being freshly made, he said it'd take about 20-25 minutes -- he was right. In the mean time though, Tom always made sure my water glass was filled, and without me asking, offered to get me olive oil for my bread when I said I didn't need butter. Tom was an excellent bartender. The food. Was. Fantastic. Always hesitant to order chicken breast anything anywhere due to high likelihood of dryness, I was not disappointed at all. Definitely on the pricey side for entree and drink. But DEFINITELY a good meal. Definitely considering going back for the $16 burger. read more

It's true - Rouge delivers high-quality haute cuisine. And I respect them for that. But, I'm still not satisfied. I tried the three cheese plate. The combination of pungent cheeses, thinly sliced baguette, two fresh bundles of grapes, toasted almonds, apple slices, fig preserves and apricot bits made a delightful party in my mouth. BUT why did they all have to be soft cheeses?! I would have been happier if they let me select the three of my preference for more of a variety (they have a five cheese plate as well). I also sampled the garlic lemon spinach side which, I have to say, was positively mouthwatering. The problem? It was unworthily overpriced. Yes, I know it's Rittenhouse. Yes, I know we're paying for the outside park ambiance (speaking of which, DEFINITELY sit outside, not just to get your dose of previously mentioned Ritt-essence but also because the interior is unimpressive & covered in gray curtains? Not sure what that's about). ...But I also know that $30 for a good-but-not-fantastic lunch is just not my cup of tea. Au revoir, Rouge friend. read more

The burger is good, but Do not try to order a medium-well burger. It will come out medium-rare, but half an hour after the medium-rares do. =( The kitchen will kindly split the burger on two plates for wimpy eaters and give you an extra pickle. Fancy fruity cocktails available, but none have stood out for me. Service ranges from competent and friendly to standoffish and snooty. Lots of interesting chichi people watching. read more