Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Wilder

    4.4 (479 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

    Order Wilder Takeout or Delivery

    Wilder Photos

    Business Info

    WILDER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Trendy
    Romantic
    Classy

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Wilder

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Sangria and beer
    Christine I.

    We came here for happy hour before watching a FIFA game, and it was a great choice! The happy hour menu had excellent options, and everything we tried was delicious. The service was fast, friendly, and attentive throughout our visit. The pizza was incredible, and the restaurant itself is beautiful with great décor and a welcoming atmosphere. We were staying at an Airbnb in Rittenhouse Square, so we didn't have to worry about parking. we simply enjoyed the short walk to the restaurant. We'd definitely come back!

    Roasted Oysters
    Keyin L.

    We came with a party of 5 and were seated on the first floor. The atmosphere is great, although first floor is a bit draft from the door being opened. -roasted oysters, plump and juicy -hamachi crudo, one of my faves, fresh and light -Malfadine sauce could have been more flavorful -margarita and lemon ricotta pizzas were both good -desserts were all really good, especially the olive oil cake -branzino, great cook, could've used a bit more sauce Service was great and they gave us the sorbet on the house!

    Christine C.

    Yummy and amazing happy hour!! Drinks were so yummy and the food is definitely worth it. Good deals and great ambiance! Love this place!

    Petite Plateau
    Monica V.

    This restaurant is 2 floors and so beautiful! It's modern with nice splashes of color and it was such a vibe. Service was fantastic. This was a great spot for a girl's dinner. It's casual but you won't be out of place if you dress up. For food, we started with the crispy calamari that came with a citrus frisee salad and was already sauced up. It was a unique style that I enjoyed and much lighter than other calamari dishes I've had. The petite plateau was perfect for sharing among the 4 of us. Everything was fresh and delicious while being presented so beautifully. The cocktails I had were good. They were different from ones I typically order which I thought was fun to experiment with new flavors to see what I like. One had a pickle garnish and the other was with a non-smoky mezcal. For entrees, most of us got pasta which were all handmade and tasty. My favorite was the one with crab & vodka sauce. The cacio e Pepe & mushroom ones were also good. What stood out the most during the meal was dessert. We got the double chocolate mousse and that was one of the best chocolate mousses I've ever had! It was so gorgeous and topped with a sunflower seed praline & had tangy passionfruit sauce at the bottom which made for a flavor explosion. I was so impressed! The key lime panna cotta was also a work of art topped with candied sourdough that provided a nice crunch to the creamy texture of this dish. It was so yummy! I can't wait to go back again!

    Pizzas
    Makenzie O.

    Stopped at Wilder for a birthday dinner, so cute on the inside (and pretty easy to make a reservation). We enjoyed splitting the rolls and some pizza (and broccolini, not pictured). Everything was pretty good! Would stop by again (but I think I prefer their brunch!)

    Roasted Oysters
    Josie

    Enjoyed weekday lunch with a friend at Wilder. Incredible service and even better food! We shared the roasted oysters, branzino and Mafaldine (crab lobster). Would easily recommend all 3.

    sweet & spicy
    Alice L.

    decent neighborhood spot for happy hour or a convenient bite! i've been to wilder numerous times over the years, mainly because i live less than 10 minutes away from it. it's fine. the food is decent, i would probably give it a 3/5 for dinner -- it's never my first choice but a choice out of convenience. the happy hour, however, is solid. i especially appreciate the dollar oyster special they have on wednesdays during the summer. you can't get oysters that cheap anywhere else in philly, such a steal! i do think that the restaurant is absolutely gorgeous. the decor is unmatched, and its modern, stylish, and quirky all at the same time. service is always amazing as well. i will definitely be back for the dollar oysters, and it's a bonus for dog parents that there is outdoor seating!

    Igor S.

    We went for Sunday brunch without a reservation. They didn't have any tables available but offered us seating at the bar or bench. We chose the bench, which was comfortable enough for one or two people. The service was excellent. Our waitress was patient and attentive. We ordered the Eggs Benedict and the Grilled Salmon Salad, and my friend had the Kombucha for drink. Both entrées were delicious; the salad was fresh, and the salmon was perfectly cooked. My friend liked her drink too. For dessert, we shared the pistachio and cherry tart and ordered Jade tea (one pot was enough for both of us). The tart was fantastic, with a pistachio custard base that was especially good. Overall, we were happy with our choices and the restaurant experience. Highly recommended!

    Calabrian hot chicken
    Alice L.

    Had such a nice dinner here- service was excellent! The ambiance was fantastic and the food was impeccable! We had hamachi bites which was small but tasty and beautifully presented! The beet salad was so fresh and delish. Calamari was perfectly fried light and crispy. I did not have the honey rolls but everyone was raving about it as the best app. I had the Calabrian hot chicken which was deep fried- tasty and spicy and generous portion- everyone liked all the dishes - I had the chocolate mousse dessert which was really really delicious !

    Sheldon T.

    Not sure if Monday night is the ideal time to try this spot out.. Food was bland and overall experience can be described as such outside of the sorbet and the service. Too many amazing places in the city to settle for decent to ok. Cool space and perhaps prime time when the A team is in the kitchen will render a different outcome/experience.

    Sara B.

    I'll be dreaming about this meal for YEARS. Nothing makes me happier than cacio e pepe and here it's done right. Silky, creamy and cheesy perfection. Perfectly al dente noodles. I finished every last drop. I also paired this with a side of buttery broccolini which made for the perfect bite. Don't sleep on the bread and butter - it's an upcharge, but oh so worth it. The rolls were pillowy and buttery and the garlic butter was melt in your mouth. Everything on the menu sounded so decadent that it was really hard to choose. My friend ordered the chicken cutlet and it was literally the size of three plates. Cocktails were delicious, the decor was gorgeous and the service was on point. This is a really amazing pick for a swanky dinner out in Center City.

    Kim A.

    The food is delicious. I came before and had the madaldine pasta with the crab meat and it was good. I was happy to find out that I could add a protein with my cacio e pepper pasta because, by itself, it's not filling. The shrimp was delicious. I love their variety of NA drinks. The service was great! Shout out to the wait staff I've had at each visit. The place is so beautiful. I have not seen the upstairs yet, but the bar seats are way too cute and the dining area is immaculate.

    Drinks menu
    Kathy T.

    Service was superb. Water was never low. Ambiance was beautiful. First floor was amazing. Outdoor seating was even decorated with flowers. I came here for the Beef Carpaccio and it did not disappoint. Perfectly cut. Would have not overlapped as much for easier handling. The steak in the hanger steak salad was cooked perfectly. A little kick of spiciness to it. I was not a fan of the Lamb Bacon Pizza because the lamb tasted gamey to me and the cheese they used I did not enjoy. My friends seem to like it though. The Malfadine Alla Vodka - the pasta used was so unique. It really immersed the sauce in all its twirls. They did not skimp on the crab meat. I wish there was more than one unisex bathroom on the first floor. Would come back to try the dinner menu and if they add squid ink pasta to the menu. I mentioned in the reservation that we were celebrating two birthdays, but I guess since we did not order a dessert, nothing was mentioned by the staff. Cocktails were very good.

    Bucatini Cacio E Pepe

    See all

    25 days ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Thank you for coming back in and celebrating with us!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 day ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    17 days ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    We love a sweet treat to end a meal! Hope to see you again soon!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Hi Makenzie, can't wait to see you in for brunch!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 2
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Thanks for the review! Come back again to try dinner!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    For sure come back for the pull apart rolls! Thank you for the review!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 2
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 12
    Thanks 8
    Love this 11
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Eva C.
    160
    333
    1061

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    15 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Blak B.
    553
    195
    2400

    6 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 2
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    4 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 3
    Love this 5
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    28 days ago

    Delicious drinks and food. Good service and ambiance and wasn't rushed out. Would recommend.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Thank you for the fantastic review! Lucy is the best!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    13 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Brett N.

    Brett N.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 12

    Wilder Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Wilder

    Do you have additional vegan options not on the menu?

    Hi! We do!

    Is there parking?

    Nope. It's in the HEART of the city so I'd recommend Uber/Lyft

    Is there a gluten free menu?

    Hi Irene, We offer gluten free pasta! Most of our appetizers and entrees are either already or can be made gluten free as well!

    How many steps to enter the restaurant and how steep are they?

    Hi Debbie, We have a sidewalk level entrance! No need to go upstairs. When making a reservation, please note you would like to sit on the first floor.

    Happy hour days and times?

    Monday - Friday, 4:30-6!

    Does Wilder have happy hour?

    Very soon! Late June it’s coming!

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    You might also consider

    Oyster House - Roasted Oysters

    Oyster House

    4.3(1.7k reviews)
    0.4 miPenn Center, Rittenhouse Square
    $$$

    We went to a house show until 5 a.m. the night before and woke up late. Our reso was at 1:30, but…read morewe called and pushed it to 2:30. The hostess said no problem. Great phone voice, by the way. We walked to the restaurant during the purported "heat dome" weekend. Fortunately, the air conditioning is pristine. We sat at the oyster bar and recommend you do so too. Our waiter was great. We should have caught his name but didn't. Either way, he was a real one. P spotted some absolute babe across the bar and asked our waiter what she was drinking. Important side note: attractive people dine here, but not in an intimidating way if you're a normie. Turns out it was a mocktail from the Zero Proof menu. We don't judge. Our waiter then turned us on to an OG move: order a mocktail and add booze. P got the Pink Drink and added vodka. J ordered a Bee's Knees and a Firing Squad. All above average. Anyway, we created an oyster flight and got two of each, working our way across the Eastern Seaboard. The house sauce was fantastic and incorporated some sort of onion and horseradish combination. We don't pretend to understand what that sorcery was, but keep doing it. Create your own GD oyster flight. You won't regret it. We also ordered some shrimp cocktail and shared the lobster roll sandwich. We forgot to take pics, but the generic photo attached is actually how it looks. Not a bad bite. This was the perfect amount of food for two hungover people who took IR Adderall before the walk. We lingered for a while and they don't push you out. Ended up ordering a couple IPAs. They started shucking oysters to prepare for the dinner crowd, which is neat to watch when you're on the spectrum like us. Also, the walls are covered in different oyster plates. We spent about 20 minutes discussing which one was our favorite. We landed on a green one. It's a real vibe lifter of a joint. Brought us back to life. 10/10.

    The oysters were absolutely amazing, and honestly the best part of the experience. I wasn't a big…read morefan of the pesto, but that's more of a personal preference. Unfortunately, the service is what really brought the rating down. For a restaurant where you're spending around $50 per person, I expected much better service. My glass stayed empty for long periods of time, and it took forever just to get our waitress to come back to the table. I was dressed in sports gear since I'm visiting from out of town, and I couldn't help but feel like maybe we were judged based on how we were dressed instead of being given the same level of service as everyone else. I can't say for sure that was the case, but that's how the experience made me feel. The oysters were great, but when you're paying these prices, the service should match the quality of the food. Unfortunately, it didn't during my visit.

    Photos
    Oyster House - Restaurant

    Restaurant

    Oyster House - Roasted Oysters

    Roasted Oysters

    Oyster House - Clams and Oysters

    See all

    Clams and Oysters

    Luke's Lobster Rittenhouse - Introducing our brand new roll..the Dungeness Crab Roll! Available for a limited time only this summer 2023!

    Luke's Lobster Rittenhouse

    4.3(1.3k reviews)
    0.3 miPenn Center, Rittenhouse Square
    $$

    My friend an I stopped in here trying to pass time while exploring Philadelphia…read more The cashier was great. He was so helpful with my questions. Oddly I wanted a lobster roll with out the roll but still went with the soup anyway. But, he said he could do that. The soup was pretty good. We do not get a lobster roll when we visited. But, The soup hit the spot. The bathroom was so cute. It had a a nautical theme. This place really made me think of coastal Maine. Pricing was on point for lobster. No complaints. There are a few tables and a window bar like seat option that faces the street. The offer Maine sodas to drink.

    Solid rolls! I had the seafood trio to taste them all. Initially I ordered on their website…read moredirectly. After driving around for 20 minutes to find parking I called and they had not received my order. Uber Eats or Door Dash must be the preferred. Or call! Anywho, Uber Eats delivered. It was cold. I don't believe the other lobsters rolls I had were cold. These were and still good. Maybe they are warm if you pick up ‍ They give ample portions and the butter is on the side. Three ramekins! One for each roll. I only needed one for all three. Note to self: always ask for butter on side. The shrimp roll was packed. Thankful because the baby shrimp were baby. The lobster roll was about 1 claws worth. It was the crab that shocked me. Overflowing with crab meat. Everything was fresh. The bread was soft and buttered. I didn't taste much 'seasoning' it was well 'flavored' and covered in oregano (?) I would return. It's a cute little spot that is in the basement of a building. I didn't go in, I know the area well. Next to Sofitel. Hard to find parking

    Photos
    Luke's Lobster Rittenhouse
    Luke's Lobster Rittenhouse - 6oz. Lobster Roll

    6oz. Lobster Roll

    Luke's Lobster Rittenhouse - Menu 8/2026

    See all

    Menu 8/2026

    Alpen Rose

    Alpen Rose

    4.4(376 reviews)
    0.6 miAvenue of the Arts South
    $$$$

    We had been wanting to come here for a few years but aren't always the best at planning ahead. We…read morecelebrated our 25th anniversary this year and wanted to go somewhere new and romantic. This place was everything you want it to be. We had some delicious craft cocktails, the tomahawk ribeye, an appetizer and some sides. The only thing that wasn't good were the mushrooms. I say this as someone who loves mushrooms. Service was spot on, place is quaint. 100% will be going back

    Today was my third visit to Alpen Rose. My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our first visit! Food was…read moregood, service was great and the ambiance was amazing. We celebrated my birthday there and I was a bit shocked when they didn't offer to comp a dessert, since most steakhouses usually do, but I didn't mind as it's not expected. Our second visit didn't live up to our first time experience. The steak we ordered was so raw that it was inedible. Luckily, we got 2 big entrees so we were able to enjoy one and take the steak to go and cook it a bit more to enjoy for dinner the day after. This third visit REALLY threw us off. First, we waited over 30 minutes to be seated. When we were finally seated, we were seated in what is likely the most uncomfortable seat in the restaurant. You would think if you just made someone wait 30 minutes past their reservation, you'd maybe give them the bigger table that's available to get them back in your good graces. I will say most of the food was very good. We ordered the crab and artichoke appetizer which was good but not great, and for dinner we ordered the duck which was cooked perfectly and the ribeye which was also cooked well. I had mentioned it was my birthday at the beginning of the meal. Since I didn't receive anything with my last birthday experience, I had no expectations of a comped dessert. That was until the young lady at the table next to us received a comped baked Alaska for her birthday. When it was my turn for the waiter to offer a dessert we were asked if we wanted to order anything. We said no and asked for the check. When they brought us the check, they finally remembered we had been delayed half an hour and that's when they offered a comped dessert. Why is it that someone else got a free dessert for their birthday and not me? If you're going to offer that to one you should offer to all. Other than that, the service overall was very lacking. We were checked in on 3 times during the night whereas the table next to us received constant check ins. Not sure what that was about since we had the same waiter. We were also seated and ordered before the table next to us and they received everything before us. Appetizer, dinner, dessert and check. Not sure why this happened but after tonight's disappointing experience and overall food inconsistency I have decided not to dine here anymore. More for tonight's service than anything else. Disappointing and overhyped.

    Photos
    Alpen Rose
    Alpen Rose - Smoked Bacon

    Smoked Bacon

    Alpen Rose - Cozy atmosphere

    See all

    Cozy atmosphere

    Loch Bar - Philly

    Loch Bar - Philly

    4.2(234 reviews)
    0.6 miAvenue of the Arts South, Washington Square West
    $$$

    The food at Loch Bar is always amazing, which is why I've been a regular customer for quite some…read moretime. Most of the staff have consistently been friendly, professional, and attentive. Unfortunately, my most recent visit left me feeling disappointed and uncomfortable due to an interaction with a server named Cody. After our food arrived, Cody did not return to our table for quite some time. When he eventually checked on us, he explained that he had other tables inside. I simply asked for salt and pepper for my steak. Roughly 20 minutes later, he returned with pepper and steak sauce and asked if that was what I had requested. I politely explained that I had only asked for salt and pepper. By that point, I was no longer interested in eating the steak and told him it was fine. What surprised me was his response. Without any prompting, he said, "All those times I came and checked on y'all, that would have been the time to tell me about the steak." I was genuinely shocked by this comment. At no point had I been rude, disrespectful, or confrontational. I calmly explained that he had not returned to our table after the food was delivered, but he continued to insist that he had. Because of the way I was being spoken to, I asked to speak with a manager. While waiting, I tried to resolve the issue directly with Cody and explain why his comment was inappropriate. During that conversation, he apologized but also stated that another table he was serving had gotten on his nerves and that he essentially took that frustration out on me. He further explained that he thought I "looked frustrated" about my steak and therefore went into the interaction already on guard. The problem is that I had never blamed him for the steak, never raised my voice, and never treated him disrespectfully. He made assumptions about my attitude and responded to me based on those assumptions rather than the actual interaction we were having. I explained that in customer service, especially at an establishment with Loch Bar's reputation, employees represent the restaurant and shouldn't take frustrations from one table out on another. Unfortunately, the conversation became even more frustrating when he told me that he had already left us a dessert menu and that the situation was "over." Once again, I felt dismissed and spoken to disrespectfully. I asked for the manager a second time. When she came over, she listened to my concerns, handled the situation professionally, and was very courteous throughout the interaction. I'm sharing this review because I've always enjoyed dining here and have had many wonderful experiences with other servers. However, this encounter made me feel uncomfortable in a place where I've always felt welcome. One employee's behavior does not reflect the excellent service I've typically received at Loch Bar, but this experience was disappointing enough that I felt it needed to be brought to management's attention. I genuinely hope this feedback helps ensure that future guests don't have a similar experience.

    Loch Bar -- Late-Night Eats Review We chose Loch Bar tonight…read morefor some late-night eats, and it was the perfect choice! The location was great, and the atmosphere was wonderful. Since we arrived late, seating was limited to the bar, but we still had access to the full menu. My guy ordered a Chicken Caesar Salad, and I went with the Shrimp Scampi appetizer and a side of Roasted Asparagus. The Shrimp Scampi arrived first, and the presentation was gorgeous. The shrimp were served over a slice of sourdough bread that was soaking up all that delicious scampi sauce. It was so good that I kept the plate and used the remaining sauce with my asparagus! His Caesar Salad arrived looking delicious. The chicken on top looked perfectly cooked, and the salad was creamy and coated perfectly with Caesar dressing. The roasted asparagus was simply presented with panko roasted on top, and it was cooked perfectly tender. And yes, it was absolutely delicious dipped into that leftover scampi sauce! The bar staff were also very nice, welcoming, and pleasant to talk with. Great food, great atmosphere, and a perfect late-night stop. Definitely a place I'd visit again!

    Photos
    Loch Bar - Philly - Inside

    Inside

    Loch Bar - Philly - Cream of Crab Soup

    Cream of Crab Soup

    Loch Bar - Philly - Crab/shrimp toast

    See all

    Crab/shrimp toast

    Estia

    Estia

    4.1(953 reviews)
    0.5 miAvenue of the Arts South, Rittenhouse Square
    $$$

    Dined here with my dad before a show and had a great experience. The restaurant is beautiful inside…read morewith plenty of seating, and the private dining room downstairs would be perfect for a celebration. The staff were friendly and professional. We skipped the prix fixe menu and shared the octopus to start, which was tender, meaty, and flavorful. For entrées, I had the salmon and my dad ordered the Chilean sea bass plaki. Both were delicious and filling, but the sea bass was the standout thanks to its rich red sauce. The salmon was perfectly cooked and light, though I wished it had a bit more sauce or seasoning. Overall, a great pre-show dinner spot that I'd definitely recommend.

    We had an excellent birthday meal at this restaurant on Wednesday night for the six of us…read more My favorites were the - crab cakes - Chilean seabass - zuchini chips - Greek salad with fresh potato's - lamb chops - branzino - duo tartare Portion are fairly big so we over ordered a bit as the server kept recommending two orders of everything. That was a bit stressful for me as the host of this surprise party. I hate wasting food and we wasted food. He also pushed two desserts on me on top of the free dessert he offered for free. Thankfully I cancelled them in time. The free dessert was just okay. Nice touch for photos but we barely touched it. Overall would be back. Just know that the service is a bit pushy on ordering more than you need

    Photos
    Estia - One of the main dining room

    One of the main dining room

    Estia
    Estia

    See all

    Ocean Prime - Business Logo

    Ocean Prime

    4.0(676 reviews)
    0.4 miPenn Center, Avenue of the Arts South, Rittenhouse Square
    $$$$

    A little pricy for us but well worth it for a special occasion. The food and cooking is worth the…read moreprice, it really was fabulous. When talking to my kids about experiences vs objects for Christmas, my 7 year old requested a fancy restaurant for steak and lobster, just the two of us, and this was the perfect pick. Every one was so kind to him and made him feel special, I think every male staff member stopped at the table with a kind word for him and, upon hearing that he wants to be a chef someday, to say they can't wait to eat at his restaurant. I got the berries and bubbles cocktail for the dry ice spectacle, but it was also really delicious. The bread basket was really great, and our steak was seasoned and cooked perfectly, but the real star was the sides and sauces. The asparagus with hollandaise was the winner for me, the hollendaise was silky and had a little kick at the end. The truffle mac and cheese was the other top pick, really amazing. Creme brulee was the perfect shared ending to the meal, it comes with a lot of berries on top, not the usual single strawberry, and the freshness was really needed with the rich creme. Overall I think I made a formative memory with my child and I'm grateful for the service, and the food was absolutely worth what we probably would have paid for two overpriced hot wheel toys.

    Service was good.....portions were kind of small but food very good…read moreUsed their valet parking ($35) next day discovered some clothing was stolen from my car, purchased an hour before When I contacted the restaurant the next day they told me to call the contracted parking service is not theirs and they are not responsible!!!!!!!!Some Shit I guess if your steak is bad you should call the cattle ranch it came from ITS ALL ABOUT THE MONEY.......GO SOMEWHERE ELSE JC........Yardley Park

    Photos
    Ocean Prime
    Ocean Prime
    Ocean Prime - Lobster linguine

    See all

    Lobster linguine

    Butcher and Singer - Crème Brûlée

    Butcher and Singer

    4.4(1.6k reviews)
    0.4 miPenn Center, Rittenhouse Square
    $$$$

    A few days before the birth of our first child, one of my oldest friends came down from Brooklyn…read morefor what we understood would be my final properly indulgent night before parenthood. We have known each other since we were five, lived together in New York for six years, and stayed close through marriages, children, and jobs that occasionally made us question our sanity. He has seen me at my absolute best and worst, and he was also the person who helped me get fit and regain some discipline while we worked in finance and used excess to numb the misery of those jobs. Choosing Butcher & Singer gave the evening exactly the ceremonial weight it deserved. Steakhouses take on different meanings as you move through life. In your early twenties, an expense account dinner feels like the dream: free drinks and an extravagant meal while you are broke, eating ramen, and sitting at the bottom of the professional food chain. By your early thirties, after enough wining and dining in Midtown Manhattan, the ritual can feel exhausted, and another steakhouse dinner holds little appeal. In your early forties, with young children and fewer unstructured nights, catching up with a lifelong best friend over a great steak feels incredibly meaningful, partly because neither the dinner nor the friendship needs to become a weekly habit. That contrast was especially fitting because my friend is remarkably health-conscious and frugal despite being tremendously successful. He seldom strays from his disciplined diet, while I have historically been much more willing to wander toward fries, dessert, and whatever reckless topping appears on the menu. A traditional steakhouse lets both people leave satisfied: one can order a lean steak and vegetables, while the other can treat the table as permission to suspend judgment for two hours. We shared the same celebratory dinner, but our plates still reflected exactly who each of us had always been. Inside, Butcher & Singer delivers the classic steakhouse fantasy with extraordinary conviction. The soaring ceiling, monumental columns, and amber lighting give the dining room a glamorous scale, while the dark wood, painted murals, and small shaded lamps keep all that grandeur from becoming severe. This is where Stephen Starr's judgment becomes especially apparent, because both Butcher & Singer and nearby Barclay Prime depend on concepts that could age badly: one could become stuffy and antiquated, while the other could become glossy and artificial. Instead, Butcher & Singer still feels transportive, Barclay Prime remains contemporary and cool, and each succeeds because the design, service, and atmosphere are executed with total confidence. Our meal included what I believe was a Caesar salad, filet mignon, asparagus, fries, and a rich chocolate fudge cake. I added a blue cheese garnish to my steak, a completely unnecessary flourish that became the crown jewel on an already excellent piece of meat, while my friend kept his side of the table considerably cleaner. Parc creates a useful third point in Starr's small Rittenhouse constellation: its bar steak and burger offer a more casual form of red meat, somewhere between an ordinary dinner and the full ceremony of Butcher & Singer or Barclay Prime. I appreciate both, but a burger leaves me feeling heavier, while a properly cooked lean steak can feel filling and indulgent without ruining the rest of the night. Only one detail could have improved our experience. We sat at a small table near the host stand and the clock, which was comfortable and entirely reasonable for a table for two, but it left us slightly outside the dramatic center of the room. This was no one's fault, merely the kind of learned preference that comes from seeing the full room afterward and knowing where I would request to sit on a future visit. I hope to return when the budget allows, settle farther inside among the leather booths, glowing lamps, and sweep of the murals, and once again let Butcher & Singer make a rare night with an old friend feel worthy of savoring.

    This place is stunning on the inside and I absolutely love the lore of all the movies that have…read morebeen filmed inside and the various businesses that the building housed before the restaurant. With that, the food was good and it didn't feel just like your typical steakhouse and I attribute that to the service and how wonderful the staff was. We ordered the oysters, onion soup, delmanico steak, porter house, and the fillet. The table shared the hash brown which was absolutely delicious and by far one of the best items I've had at a steakhouse potato wise. We also ordered the asparagus and the seasonal corn dish. For dessert we had peanut butter tart, cheesecake, and ice cream. Over all this was a great experience and I would definitely come back.

    Photos
    Butcher and Singer - Main dining area from our table.

    Main dining area from our table.

    Butcher and Singer - Oysters

    Oysters

    Butcher and Singer - Front entrance from our table.

    See all

    Front entrance from our table.

    Wilder - pizza - Updated August 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...