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    The Love

    4.4 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    audie m.

    The Love is a great place in center city with a very friendly staff. The ambiance lives up to the name and it feels like a welcoming brunch place. I ordered the shrimp and grits as well as the lemon ricotta pancakes. Both were stellar and elegantly prepared. I'd go back just for the pancakes

    Frittatas and shrimp and grits
    Matt H.

    Great experience! We came in for brunch on a busy Saturday afternoon and were quickly seated. I must also say that this was after some back-and-forth with the restaurant where they were extremely accommodating surrounding our reservation. We had the fried green tomatoes to start, which were great and then had the shrimp and grits and frittata as our main entrées. Honestly, everything was wonderful and I have zero complaints about anything that we had. Additionally, we had the heartbreaker drink, which was phenomenal. Being that it was an incredibly busy Saturday afternoon they ran this place very well. We weren't left waiting though every table was full and our server was friendly. Overall, I would definitely recommend the love to anyone in the area looking for a great meal.

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    Joseph S.

    While it's 'only' been open 9 years now, Stephen Starr's, The Love, is a 'landmark' restaurant just off Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia. Its ambiance, service and most of all its food, make it a very special place. I was dining alone this evening, so I could 'only' order 2 mains - which, of course, I could not finish and had to take home. The first and foremost, Lovebird. It's easy to fall in love with this bird - it's unquestionably one of the best fried chickens in the city. It comes with two large pieces - a very large breast, and a large thigh. I started with the breast - lean, tender, juicy white meat that's so flavorful with a thin buttermilk fried coating. I was thinking, you don't find really juicy breasts....but The Love brines its chicken which significantly helps chicken retains its juiciness. Before I continue, with my chicken dish, I have to stop to let you know my second dish was the Ricotta Ravioli. I asked for both dishes at the same time as I like pasta with my 'meat' - in this case chicken. I went back and forth between the two dishes as they complimented each other so well. To complete the 'chicken part' - the chicken comes with a delicious dish of buttery corn grits. The grits were outstanding! Lightly salted and very creamy, I enjoyed it with a bite of the chicken. I would like to mention the chicken comes with a sauce which I found to be too spicy. No worries! I asked for honey - which is what I typically eat with my fried chicken. They brought a dish and I dipped every piece in! Okay, last, but not least, the chicken also comes with collard greens, which isn't a favorite of mine but tasted fine. Now for the Ricotta Raviolis - the dish was exceptional. The pasta was tender and full of the softest, creamiest ricotta! It was smothered in a one of the most exotic sauces which completely balances out the creamy cheese! It's a combination of several mushrooms that have been sautéed in this maple bourbon reduction, served with Parmesan cheese and sautéed spinach. It was a memorable dish that I will return to have. I rarely rate 5 stars - but these 2 dishes could have easily stood on their own, as each were great plates. But together, they were epic!

    Crispy Bronzino
    Deirdre C.

    We made reservations to celebrate our anniversary. I had no idea that right before we left the house we'd also be there that night to celebrate our engagement! Was ready to park in a garage I'm familiar with but there was street parking so we got lucky with that! The minute we walked in the restaurant (first time there for both of us) we loved the vibe! It was dark but not too dark, great music playing, friendly staff and wonderful drinks! We started with the beet salad and the hush puppies. I had the shrimp and scallop Spaghetti (but I asked if the spaghetti could be swapped out for smaller pasta, which they did) and Mark had the crispy Bronzino. I cannot wait to go back! Oh and the drinks were great too but I cannot remember what we enjoyed.

    Hush puppies
    Ashley L.

    Went here for dinner on Thursday and it is by far one of the best restaurants in the city! Had the hush puppies to start and the pepper dusting on top mixed with the salty butter is to die for. The shrimp was some of the best I've had - and we ended the night with the Key lime soufflé!

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    Ashley J.

    Love The Love Came here to gab over brunch with a girlfriend on Saturday. We made a reservation the day before and glad we did because it was poppin. We had a nice corner booth inside and felt like we had our own space. GET THE BISCUITS they were worth it. The jam was yummy (just wish it came with butter too!) Drinks were great and portions generous. No complaints. Would gladly come again when I'm in town.

    Chanel L.

    I was in town and decided to dine here. As we approached, there were outdoor side walk seating under heated lamps for the cool October night weather. We were greeted at the door and directed to the hostess. The hostess took our number and asked kindly that we give her a few minutes to get us seated. Entering the restaurant there is very mellow vibe with dimmed lighting. The bar area was rather small and under very low light. Lighting was so low that a photo was not easily taken without bright flash that would take away from the vibe that was already set. On this Friday night it was packed but comfortably not over crowded. However, seating is fairly close to the next table. Within a couple minutes we were seated with our waitress promptly greeting us at the table. We had a choice of tap or bottled water. We held off ordering spirit drinks to allow time to look over the menu. We first ordered rolls that came with chive butter. Then our meals short rib rigatoni and seared salmon crunch topped with a verdi salso accompanied with squash and broccoli veggie mix. We added the cucumber and tomato salad as well. Once our meals were in we then ordered our spirit drinks. A Broken Arrow (Margarita) and Sangria. Both drinks were great. The rolls came out and were exceptionally tasty. The chive butter was the perfect match. The meals came in a timely manner and were pleased and satisfied with every bite we took of our meals to include the cucumber salad. The waitress and othet staff were very attentive and quick to clean our table of used china and utensils as well as refilling our water as needed. This by far was a great choice of dining and if in the area I will visit again.

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    Jen T.

    Cute place with awesome service and pretty good food. Some items are really delicious while others are just good. The really delicious items we had included the beet salad (the herbed yogurt on the bottom was sooo good), the burger (so juicy, perfect bun, my husband was in heaven), and the fig and the lemon cocktail, which was tart and refreshing and everything you want in a cocktail. As for the rest, the sangria tasted watered down. The cornbread was crisp and salty with delicious butter. The Nashville Hot Chicken had a wonderful sauce but was a bit dry. Overall, very nice experience for lunch! Would recommend either getting there early or making a reservation because it does get very busy!

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    Summer B.

    I love the LOVE! I dined here for lunch. The servers are attentive and QUICK. So if your pressed for time they will get you in and out. It's best to have a reservation if possible but even if you don't they are accommodating. Comfy seating and decor. The menu has a nice variety of options and I've dined here several different times and not once have I had anything that I didn't enjoy. This time I had the salmon sticky rice bowl over a bed assorted veggies like bok choy, shitake, daikon and broccoli in a ponzu sauce and literally the first bite was WOW. As soon as I bit into it instantly my palate woke up to the dancing flavors of this well orchestrated dish!! The acidity and sweet notes played beautifully together! The salmon is soooo tender and just melts on your tongue. There was just enough rice too without it being too much. Nice amount of sauce to bathe the veggies in. Everything about this dish was PERFECT. If I were home I probably would have licked the bowl it was so delicious.

    Ming L.

    After doing a good amount of research to find the perfect spot to celebrate my anniversary with my girlfriend, I decided to surprise her with a dinner at The Love, and the restaurant did not disappoint in the slightest. They went above and beyond to make our evening nothing short of magical. The food, the service, and the atmosphere were all exceptional. I reached out to the restaurant ahead of time to see if we could be seated upstairs since it's quieter and more intimate, and they not only honored the request, but gave us one of the best tables in the entire restaurant, right by the window. Overall Ratings Atmosphere - 5/5 Service - 5/5 Food - 5/5 Parking - Street Parking Atmosphere - This restaurant is easily one of my favorites in Center City Philadelphia. Everything, from the decor, to the carefully curated details, to the cozy feeling you get riding the elevator up to the second floor, creates an atmosphere that feels warm, romantic, and thoughtfully designed. It truly sets the tone for a special night out. Service - The service was nothing short of phenomenal. As mentioned, I messaged ahead of time requesting a quiet table upstairs, and they responded kindly, assuring me they would do their best. When my girlfriend called to let them know we'd be a few minutes late, the hostesses were incredibly polite and understanding. The moment we arrived, the hostess greeted us with, "You have one of the best tables upstairs," and both of us looked at each other in surprise, it was the perfect start to the evening. Our waitress, Danielle, was attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. One of the managers even came by to check on us, adding another layer of hospitality. The food runners were professional and well-mannered. Every single person working that night contributed to making the experience feel elevated and memorable. What We Ordered - There's really no need to rate each item individually, everything was outstanding. The flavors, presentation, and execution of each dish were extraordinary. I had one minor issue with my drinking glass being chipped, but it was handled immediately and professionally. -(Drink) Old Fashion -(Drink) Half Baked -Line-Caught Tuna Crudo -Crispy Branzino -Blackened Pork Chop -Ginger-Miso Slow Cooked Collard Greens Final Thoughts - My girlfriend and I loved this place so much that we're already talking about making it our annual anniversary tradition. We were blown away from the moment we walked in to the moment we stepped out. The staff is incredibly professional, the food is phenomenal, and the entire experience felt truly special. The Love lived up to its name... and then some.

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    Cindy W.

    The Love exceeded my expectations! We had a 2pm reservation which is right before they close before dinner service. Service was still fantastic, we didn't feel rushed at all, and the food came out super quickly. Mentioning that we'd be sharing the tuna crudo, they split it up on two plates for us which was super thoughtful. The crudo was definitely the highlight of the meal, the kimchi sauce works so well with the fish. Butternut squash risotto was also delicious with the truffle parm on top! Will definitely be returning, it's a great spot to have brunch with the girls.

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    Joy P.

    Another stellar meal at The Love! I went for a late-ish lunch. The wait for a table was brief (under 5 minutes). I had the homemade ricotta ravioli and all I can say is run, do not walk or meander to grab this phenomenal dish while it's on the menu. The pillowy raviolis were filled to perfection and the ricotta was a perfect texture and delicately seasoned. The real co-stars are the mushroom sauce, maple gastrique and breadcrumbs. Each alone is fantastic, together they are a symphony of earthiness, sweetness and crunch. Add the pasta with a perfect bite and the creaminess of the filling, and holy cow! I'm not a pasta fan, but I could eat this dish on the regular. Enjoy!

    Mushroom soup and beet salad
    Gerald N.

    Came on a weekend brunch with a reservation. Service was friendly and it does fill up so reservations are recommended. It is laid back and casual atmosphere. 1. Mushroom soup - Creamy but not overly thick. Loads of flavor and a sizable portion with croutons. 2. Beet salad - Creative and a good mix with fruit and nuts. Very good and would get it again. Overall, a great spot for a light or not so light brunch and would love to come back again!

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    This place is really great. It's quaint inside and really great service. The food was so yummy.

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    Ask the Community - The Love

    How warm are the outdoor seating pods? Are they open all year round?

    Yes! I was comfortable

    Hi what is the dress code for lunch and dinner The menu looks great thanks again for sending it?

    There is no strict dress code. It is a cute place. Most are dressed casually nice. Nice jeans, sundress, clean shoes/sneakers or a nice sandal. Casual comfortable and cute

    Would it be a good place for a group of 9 for Saturday lunch?

    I've done group dinners @ the love and everyone involved enjoyed, however, I cannot speak directly to dinner.

    Casual dress? Are shorts okay for brunch?

    Yes shorts are okay. Casual chic.

    Do they serve wine by the glass?

    Yes they do! http://qfp827gvlb1l8k62iqyb7udj-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/34/2018/06/LOVE_beverage-062918.pdf

    Is there a happy hour?

    Yes.

    Would this be a good place for a group of 8-10 to meet for pre-dinner drinks on a Saturday? Does the bar area accommodate that many people?

    The bar is pretty small - it holds maybe 15 people total. I was there on a Tuesday night and it was mostly people having a drink while they waited for their table, but it was still crowded the whole time we had dinner. That said, the drinks were ace.

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    Bud & Marilyn's - CRISPY CHEESE CURDS (v)

    Bud & Marilyn's

    4.2(1.6k reviews)
    0.5 miWashington Square West
    $$

    5 stars for Bud and Marilyn's? I recently gave The Love 5 stars for its fried chicken!…read more The Marilyn's Fried Chicken I had this evening was every bit as good! I'm not sure why I waited so long to try the chicken at Bud and Marilyn's, but better late than never! They serve a LARGE 1/2 chicken. I started with the thigh. I was smitten by the first bite. I was told the chicken is soaked in a buttermilk brine for 24-48 hours - dipped in a buttermilk dredge - covered with their 'secret recipe' seasoned flour - and fried in a 'pressure fryer' that cooks the chicken in 12 minutes. It was perfectly fried - so crispy - the texture and seasoning of the exterior coating was incredible. The chicken was tender and juicy - the thigh was the juiciest - I didn't get to try the drumstick as I was too full! I had the thigh and 1/2 the breast. The breast is my favorite and I savored each large delicious piece I broke apart. It's important to pick up the chicken and eat it by hand - I did cut mine in half for a picture - but didn't use a fork to eat it - you lose the 'panache'of the meal. I didn't use the hot sauce served with the chicken - I brought my own bottle of honey and poured it over the chicken and biscuits. It was heavenly! Which brings me to the Biscuits! The dish comes with 2 large fluffy buttermilk biscuits - they were golden brown on the outside and tender and fluffy on the inside! They had such a rich, buttery flavor. I took several pieces of chicken and layered them on pieces of biscuit, drizzled with honey! It was truly a 5 star fried chicken and biscuit dinner!

    I've been here a couple times. Loved it. Plenty of options and everything was well made…read more Everything I ate had a hint of decadence without being gross or unhealthy. This is my new go-to for chicken & waffles. Concise, excellent beer selection. And interesting, well-made cocktails. The banana cream pie is one of my favorite desserts anywhere. Staff is friendly. Prices were very reasonable.

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    MARILYN'S FRIED CHICKEN

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    Talula's Garden

    Talula's Garden

    4.5(2.5k reviews)
    1.0 miSociety Hill
    $$$

    Finally! No disappointment either, that's always best. Cherry on top, with my daycare bestie! Who…read morecan say that?! And if you can, bless UP! The space is warming, inviting and I love the farmhouse chic vibes. I was t there for the aesthetics, but it was lovely. Staff is super attentive, knowledgeable and sweet! JESS guided us through the lovely menu. I studied it prior, LOL, and she was on point! The experience was chill, love and yummy. Risotto with scallops and shrimp was phenomenal! Next time I'll ask to 86 that brown butter vinaigrette. The biscuits with the sublime butter was a great start along with the strawberry salad my GODSIS got. It was FRESH! We got different desserts to try and I'll be back to try them all. She got the mini donuts and according to her "they are not munchkins"! No these were special, because I tried them. Perfection. We shared the sweets and that butterscotch treat was perfect and here is where the service over stands! Thank you JESS! Can't wait to go back when it's warmer and sit out in the GARDEN! Lovely service, esthetics and vibes. Park nearby, enjoy and stroll the park. Can't wait to return. S T A R R

    Food-- biscuits were like 0/10. It was advertised like Red Lobster, on some cheddar bay type of…read morething. They were extremely hard and were not giving that. Red Lobster should take over in that department!! The shrimp & grits were DELICIOUS --10/10. The dessert was really good, too. I'll give it a 9/10 because I didn't get to enjoy much of it bc I left it in the fridge and forgot about it. But from what I tasted when I got it, I love that the lemon cake wasn't too tart considering the raspberry sorbet and lemon curd took on that role. And that mocktail sangria was delicious--OMG 12/10! Service-- the guy was great! No complaints. It was my friend's birthday and they came through with the cute birthday brownies for us to share. Ambiance-- it's a really cute place and I hope to sit in the back one day because it's really dope over there. I took myself on a tour .

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    Time

    3.8(693 reviews)
    0.4 miAvenue of the Arts South
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    My sister is local to the area and insisted that our trip to visit her included an evening at Time…read more We arrived on Monday night around 9:30-10 pm. Everyone we interacted with was absolutely wonderful and pleasant, ranging from the team members to our fellow patrons. I had a gin and Sprite to drink and I ordered the burger for some grub. The drink was standard but on the strong side. I enjoyed the burger very much and found the fries to be hot and crispy, just as a good shoestring fry should be. Of course, we enjoyed the live music that swirled around the bar that evening. The band was great and upbeat. I would definitely return!

    I've been to TIME multiple times over the last month alone and have always loved the food, music,…read moreatmosphere, and service, which is exactly why I chose to bring friends visiting from out of town here on a Friday night. Unfortunately, this was by far the worst experience I've had. We had a 7 PM reservation and arrived at 7:15 PM. I acknowledge that we were late and apologized to the host. However, we arrived within the stated grace period. When we checked in, the hostess explained that because we arrived later within the grace period, our 90-minute seating window would still end based on the original reservation time. We acknowledged that and had absolutely no issue with it. What made the experience uncomfortable was how aggressively we were reminded about the time throughout the entire meal. We were reminded at least 5-6 separate times how much time we had left. Comments like "just so you know you have 25 minutes left" and "our next party is coming in 5-10 minutes" made it feel like staff was actively trying to rush us out before our reservation time had even ended. Mind you, we already understood the policy. One reminder would have been enough. Instead, it completely changed the energy of the evening and made us feel unwelcome and pressured to leave. We had originally planned to stay through our reservation and then move to the bar for the live music afterward, but after being repeatedly rushed, we decided to leave entirely and spend the rest of the night elsewhere. The most disappointing part was the interaction with the manager, Eric. Rather than listening or showing any understanding, he immediately became defensive and aggressive. He repeatedly insisted we were "15-20 minutes late," which was simply not true -- we arrived during the stated grace period. The issue was never the policy itself. It was the way we were treated throughout the night. It's unfortunate because this has genuinely been one of my favorite spots in Philly, and I've recommended it to multiple people. But this experience left a really bad impression, especially when bringing guests from out of town.

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    Hatch & Coop

    Hatch & Coop

    3.7(210 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    6'2024 Super…read moreconvenient, open all night spot. This place happened to be at the end of the block from my Air BnB at 1am. I was hungry, and open to a yum late night meal. They were crowded but quick! Hubby and enjoyed our food (pictured) and would certainly visit again. I highly recommend this spot for great late night eats.

    Hatch & Coop is 24-hr eatery serving egg and chicken dishes that would satisfy any late night…read morecraving. --- If you're ever craving an egg or chicken sandwich at odd hours of the day, Hatch & Coop is your place. There are many tables, making it good for groups, but the interior is pretty bare. The wall is adorned with whimsical fox and chicken imagery, referencing the Hatch and Coop name. As of 05/2025, they supposedly offer 10% off your order by showing your SEPTA card. But, I'd confirm this offer before ordering to ensure it's honored. When I was there in the early morning, the cook (who also takes orders) didn't recognize the deal and didn't know how to punch it in. So, it was a bit of a letdown we couldn't redeem the deal, but we still wanted to try the sandwiches after hearing great things about them. I ordered The Hatch and Coop Sandwich (egg, cheese, chicken) on a round roll at the kiosk. You can customize your bread, egg (fried or scrambled), and cheese (provolone, american, or cheddar). The sandwiches come without any sauce unless you order sauce (extra $$) on the side. I highly recommend the Hatch Sauce- a typical mayo sauce with a little spice. I found The Hatch and Coop Sandwich to be just pretty good but I wish it had more heft to it. The chicken was juicy and well cooked, but I wish there was more. The cheese did the cheesing and coated the chicken, but the sandwich had far too many onions for my liking. With the Hatch Sauce, I felt the sandwich was tied together but it was a little odd to me the sandwich doesn't have sauce on its own. I'm giving Hatch and Coop the benefit of the doubt since it was so early in the morning, but I found my sandwich to be just OK. However, I will be back to try the fried chicken sandwiches, which I've heard rave reviews for.

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    BBQ chicken sandwich with house cut curly fries and popcorn chicken

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    Hatch & Coop - Back again! The Honey sandwich and potato pancakes.

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    Back again! The Honey sandwich and potato pancakes.

    Friday Saturday Sunday

    Friday Saturday Sunday

    4.5(423 reviews)
    0.3 miRittenhouse Square
    $$$$

    Literally one of the best meals I've ever had!…read more So this is definitely a splurge, it's expensive. But you are getting not only spectacular food, but exquisite service, a gorgeous and intimate environment and a long and lingering meal - they aren't rushing you out here, they want you to rest between courses and have an excellent experience. It's a set prix fix menu that changes regularly of seven courses plus an opening snack and two desserts. Portions are tiny but it adds up and you will not leave hungry! I am a vegetarian and they easily accommodated me with advanced notice. They also offer a wine pairing, which we skipped, but know friends have done it and said it was fabulous (but be forewarned... they give full pours so you will be very tipsy!). We saw some couples sharing a single wine pairing and that seemed like a smart idea. It's very hard to get a reservation- on the first of the month they open up reservations for the following month, and they go fast! It's on the second floor of an old townhouse so there are stairs to climb. The first floor is a bar with first come, first serve seating. At the bar they have a different menu with full sized portions. Can't wait to go back and try that out! Highly, highly recommend and I can't wait for an excuse to go back!

    I was so excited to go to FSS after they won a Michelin star. However, I left disappointed and will…read morelikely not be returning. We got the tasting menu (with the additional lobster snack), and got 3 drinks total. After tax and tip, this meal cost us ~$600 dollars for 2 people. At that price point this should've been the best meal I've ever had in philly - or one of the best in my life tbh. But I was so disappointed in each dish. Almost everything fell flat to my palate. With small bite presentations such as this, I firmly believe that each bite needs to taste like a flavor bomb in my mouth. Instead, it all tasted very 2 dimensional and was severely lacking in some acidity or spice. Didn't even bother taking a picture of all the dishes. I don't believe FSS is on par with other Michelin star meals I've had, especially not at this price point. Overall, don't waste your money at FSS if you want to celebrate an occasion. You're honestly better off going to a starr restaurant and paying less than half the price ‍

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    Bar Area

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    Shrimp Cocktail

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    Snack Course. Tomato tart and scallops

    The Love - newamerican - Updated June 2026

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