Bar and restaurant near Rittenhouse Square. Some interesting food here. Calabrian hot chicken--it's described as a half chicken, though it's not bone-in, it's basically two large cutlets that are breaded. Lots of Calabrian (southern Italian) spices. Fairly hot, maybe 4000 SHU? The cocktail was strong. read more

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Food was delicious and overall nice service! The place looks good and ambiance is good !

First time checking out this new hot spot in Philly that I've heard a lot of good things about so I had to go and see for myself! I will start by saying the atmosphere is very cool and zen. I love both the outdoor and indoor seating options I feel that they offer different vibes. The decor was beautiful and made me feel like I was sitting in a restaurant off the coast of North Africa. I will say I have a wide palette for food but this place wasn't my favorite. The oysters were delicious I'd definitely come back for those but the pasta was a bit disappointing as none of us were crazy about our main course dishes. The pastas in my option did not pair well with the sauce, which I've learned overtime that noodles hold sauces differently depending on its shape and size. I'd give this place another try just off the strength that I want to see more from them, so maybe I'll try something different the next time. read more

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We went here for my Birthday and had a wonderful time from the beginning everything was great! Service Atmosphere and Food. read more

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What an amazing dinner to celebrate our birthdays. My hubby and I split everything. We started with figs and burrata. I loved it, it was my favorite dish of the evening. The burrata was smooth & creamy and the figs with the pecan crumble was a great compliment. The crunchy pecan crumble brought it to the next level. Next was the scallop crudo, the sauce gave off a little heat but still kept the great flavors of the scallop front and center. The last app was the beef carpaccio. Yummy, the citrus flavor gave the carpaccio more depth. It melted in your mouth. Another winner! Our first entree was the Malfadine Alla Vodka. The pasta was very thick and unique we loved it. The sauce was great but I felt like I couldn't taste enough of the crab meat. Lastly, we finished the night off with the strip bass. The skin was nice and crispy and cooked to perfection. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. He never missed anything from our drinks to giving us sharing plates. It takes a lot to get my husband to say it but he would love to return. read more

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The food is AMAZING. The lamb dish with pine nuts and the pasta with crab (I believe it was either crab or lobster) were both fantastic. And this place serves incredible mocktails (for those who are sober). I love the energy and vibe of this place, and I'll definitely come back again! read more

100000% recommend Wilder! The pepperoni pizza, Al pastor pizza, broccolini, and bolognese we're all incredible! And don't get me started on the pull apart rolls. The fluffiest, lightest rolls you'll ever have. The deserts were also stars of the show - the passion fruit sherbet, blood orange sorbet, and pineapple sorbet were the perfect summer treat, and made a fantastic combo with the chocolate cremeaux. On my list of places to return to! read more

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Fabulous decor, food, service! Went here while on business: it's beautiful. Everyone in our party loved it. Food is delicious! read more

Very beautiful interior design. As you walk up to it the sign definitely pops out. We were greeted immediately at the host stand, and escorted to our table for our reservation. Our service was efficient, and have no complaints on that end, even though it was very busy. We came for Brunch on Saturday around 1 pm. My mother and I started with the spring salad and the burrata and beets with pistachios. The spring salad was light and mild in flavor. I definitely preferred the burrata and beets. For our mains, my mother ordered the fried fish sandwich which was very good, and I ordered the bucatini carbonara which was very good as well. The pasta dish was excellent, but very rich. I almost felt like I had enough after a few bites! I definitely would recommend this place for the food and for the environment. I plan on coming back soon! I definitely need to try their pizza next time! read more

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Beautiful inside and out. Sansom is a great street for eating outside and their setup under the umbrellas is nice. The brunch options vary from a smoked whitefish omelette topped with hollandaise and roe, to a fried chicken sandwich which came with a nice anchovy to brighten it up. Both paired well with Bloody Marys. read more

What a cute an amazing restaurant! Strong bay-side/beachy vibes, and you wouldn't have guessed looking from the outside. The décor is on point, but that's not the only thing. The food and service are impeccable. Their pasta dishes are amazing. My friend and I had the popular Mafaldine Vodka and Uni Bucadini, which both had the perfect balance with their ingredients. Definitely a place to try! read more

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Oh my gosh! This place is amazing ! I loved every menu item that we ordered. I wish I can remember the names of the items. The service was also 5 star. Our waiter is this very tall gentleman and no matter how busy he was he kept checking if we needed anything. His recommendations were also on point. Ambiance is on the fancy side. I totally recommend this place read more

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Came here for dinner on a work trip. Sat at the bar to order. The service was quick and friendly. Unfortunately my meal was not what I had hoped for. I just wanted something light so at the prompt of reading reviews and talking to the bartender I ordered the steak tartare toast and a side of carrots. The steak tartare had so many flavorful ingredients that I couldn't even taste the steak. The pickled mushrooms and hazelnuts overpowered everything else and when I did try the steak by itself it tasted more like a tomato paste, I assume from the pickling flavor in the mushrooms. The carrots laid in a bed of oil which was a bit off-putting for me. I liked the flavor but wish there had been a lot less oil. The food sat in my stomach that evening, overnight and into the next morning in an uncomfortable way. I am not sure which ingredient or combination of ingredients caused this but I would not wish that upon anyone. I think I may have just ordered wrong because the other guests at the bar seemed to really enjoy their meals (I saw a couple pizzas and a pasta). This is more of just a warning not to order these two items. read more

Wilder - Side of carrots - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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What a lovely place! I met my friend for early evening drinks and dinner on a Saturday and we got a seat near the bar. It was crowded!! It was hard to pick from the list of cocktails that all looked amazing! I tried 2 (one with rum "Weather Permitting" and one with gin "True Loves Eye") and both were delicious! We decided to split a pizza - we got the Winter Fever. So I'm not even a mushroom person but it was DELICIOUS!!! The despite being so crowded, our server was so attentive. The bar area seats were a little small/tight so next time I would try to make a reservation and get a table in the main dining area. Definitely will be going back! read more

Wilder - Winter fever pizza - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Came in as a walk-in to sit at the bar. Decor is cozy, classy, and has fun eccentric pops throughout the restaurant. I came when their midday menu was available and had the perfect start to my Sunday funday, classy bar crawl. read more

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I've been here multiple times since my first review and I stand corrected. This place gets better and better each time. I will say the owner reached out to me after my previous Yelp review and sent me a very generous gift card to come back and retry. It hits every time. The service was great. You must get the oysters and house rolls and the crab pasta is to die for! Cocktails were great and the vibes are on point. read more

Wilder - Crab pasta so good - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A few mixed critic reviews of Wilder left me slightly apprehensive to dine here, but the restaurant's unique offering of fresh pasta, wood fired pizza, and Instagram worthy ambiance enticed me enough to make a reservation. My wife, parents, and I were promptly seated at our 8:30 reservation time on the restaurant's main level. As expected, the space is eye catching with electric blue velvet banquettes, gold chairs, and tapestries lining the wall. The crowd ranged from families to wannabe influencers and the noise level of the dining rooms gets a little loud. Despite how busy the restaurant was, our waiter gave us excellent service which included constant water refills, assistance with the menu, and a very kind demeanor. We started with a beer, glass of wine, and one of Wilder's mocktails (Doctor's Orders). The selection overall is good, though the prices can be eye poppingly high (e.g. $9 for a craft beer, $18 for a glass of wine). We also ordered the signature pull apart rolls as an appetizer. The rolls arrived room temperature but nonetheless tasted fresh with a melt in the mouth texture. The olive butter served alongside complemented the rolls nicely. For our entrees, we opted for 2 pizzas and 2 pastas. The pizzas we sampled had puffy, well charred Neapolitan crusts which, while satisfyingly doughy, lacked the complex fermented flavors I like. The standard margarita had fresh cheese but the tomato sauce tasted flat. Similarly, the Fall Fever pizza had a few too many almost burnt mushrooms for my liking, but I appreciated the garlicky white sauce and the sweet slices of delicata squash. Both of the pasta dishes we ordered fared excellently, as the rigatoni and mafaldine provided chewy, homemade noodles which clung onto the respective sauces beautifully. My wife preferred the meaty, tomato forward ragu of the rigatoni dish, though I loved the comforting flavors of the vodka sauce and generous chunks of sweet crab in the mafaldine. These pastas compare favorably to noodles we've sampled at more established Italian places in the city. As with the drinks, our entree prices ran a few bucks more than at similar caliber restaurants. We ended with a trio of sorbets given complimentarily for my wife's birthday as well as the bombolini. The sorbets were refreshing and the hot Italian doughnuts were excellent paired with creamy ricotta and chocolate sauce. Our bill was about $200 for four including tax and tip, which felt steep given that we have had similarly good experiences in the city at less cost at other places. Overall, we had a great meal here with excellent pasta, friendly service, and appealing ambiance, It's a solid option for a fancy place with something for everyone, but falls just shy of a perfect 5 stars due to pricing and so-so pizzas. read more

"Wilder was my choice for happy hour, and it did not disappoint. The restaurant has a cute, unique look, and the servers were very welcoming. We began with the ricotta and fennel toast, bursting with flavor and generous with ricotta. Next, the crispy calamari was exceptional - chef's kisses! Our entree was the lobster pasta, which, after a touch of salt and pepper, became just right!" read more

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My boyfriend and I went to Wilder on a recent mini vacation. We decided to try Wilder because they have a fantastic happy hour special. We are from NYC and appreciate great food/drink and a cool vibe. We got all that and more with Wilder! We love to eat at the bar and the bartender Daniel was welcoming, informative, and provided us with such a great experience that we ended up staying for dinner at the bar with him. We ordered the oysters, a bottle of wine, shisito peppers, and the Rotolo frutti de mare-which was amazing- so different and delicious! Totally worth every penny. Daniel was charming engaging but not intrusive. We did not feel rushed or pressured so it was superbly relaxing and enjoyable. Dessert must have is the fennel mousse-EXTRAORDINARY! We will be coming back to Wilder and hope that DANIEL will be there - thank you!!! read more

Wonderful place for dinner, brunch, hh. All the above. I've been for all services, and enjoyed them all. Some of my favorites are the crab pasta, pull apart rolls, and sweet and spicy pasta. The service is always wonderful. They offered us coffee and water when we walked in and waited for our table. Definitely recommend to make a reservation and come in! read more

Been wanting to come here for a while and finally did and it did not disappoint! Food came out quick and everything was delicious! The star for me was definitely the alla vodka with crab meat. The chunks of crab were large and the sauce was out of this world. The pizza was a close second. Amazing flavors all around! Would definitely recommend. The drinks are a bit pricy but very tasty! read more

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They have a private party room!! Friends celebrating a birthday with a fixed menu of goodness. Everything was delicious and we were all the way up on the third floor and service didn't skip a beat. Also allowed us to have our own music piped in with separate bar for quick access. I am not sure if because we were a special party they treated us special but it was felt. And randomly cute bathroom! read more

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Came here for a casual dinner with one other person it was a pretty good. They have really nice aesthetics and the food was decent. I got the squid ink pasta. I wasn't extremely WOWED by the food, but it was still good. The pull apart bread was soft and pillowy and I was pleasantly surprised by the anchovies butter it was served with. Service was also good. The waiter was attentive but not overbearing. I might come back to try other items on the menu read more

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It had gotten too expensive. The quality was not as good and the quantity was not enough. It is a fancy place, good for a drink. Not so good, after tax and tips, for dining anymore. read more

Stopped here during a little food crawl I did with a friend who was visiting from out of town. We came earlier in the afternoon after a dance class so they only had a midday menu available. We each got a cocktail and shared the grilled oysters along with raw oysters and crab claws. Drinks were so delicious! Food was right on par. We didn't want to order too much because this was only stop 1 of our food crawl but I definitely will return to try their dinner menu! read more

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The Dandelion was maxed out and not taking anyone without a reservation, so as out of towners we wandered around and checked Yelp. We stepped into the Wilder and were pleasantly surprised. Fun decor, great server, and the pizza was awesome. I'm glad we ended up here. A lot less noisy and relaxing. read more

Wilder - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

My sister has a lot of food allergies and rarely has a meal she genuinely enjoys... she's been talking about the seasonal vegan pasta for days! The cocktails were also great and we've been telling everyone to add it to their list! read more

Went for dinner, ambiance and vibes were amazing! The food came out just in time and everything tasted amazing. Highly recommend the Maldafine Alla Vodka if you're into seafood pasta and Sweet Pie pizza if you're into sweet potatoes (almost reminds me of a sweet potato casserole pizza style). read more

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The vodka crab pasta was great- and was a generous portion. They didn't skimp on crabmeat. (Would have preferred fewer pieces of garlic shavings or just if they were not so large). The bread appetizer was also delicious and not overly buttery. The green salad was basic- the dressing a bit too tangy for me. I would have liked to see a larger variety or appetizers on the menu. read more

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Wilder is yet to disappoint! Best spot for larger groups or even date night! Menu is creative and delicious and offers many vegetarian options! Reservations are def recommended! We started out night with some delicious east coast oysters, warm pull apart rolls. Baby carrots are one of my favorite dishes on the menu, along with the fig-ettabout it pizza!! My family fully enjoyed lambapalooza and all their delicious pastas! But their desserts are UNBELIEVABLE!!! And a must try! read more

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We celebrated our anniversary at Wilder and were absolutely delighted with the experience. We started by sharing a pizza, enjoyed the trout as our main course, and ended the meal by sharing desserts--all of which were incredibly delicious and exceeded our expectations. The service was exceptional; our waiter was both friendly and professional, going above and beyond to make us feel truly special. We loved every moment of it! read more

Wilder was the second stop on our Philly bar crawl, and while the ambiance was fantastic--trendy and inviting--the service left much to be desired. We attended a private event and unfortunately never received the drinks we ordered, which was disappointing. On the bright side, the food was solid for those who enjoy New American cuisine, with fresh ingredients. If they can work out the service issues during events, I'd be open to trying Wilder again. read more

Went for happy hour. Had one of everything. Everything was amazing! So tasty. Also the ambiance was a vibe. Will be going back. read more

Wilder - Ricotta honey on toast - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Happy Hour~ I loved the Twisted Tease (Earl Grey, Gin and Lemon). It was light, pleasantly tart and perfectly sweet! The oysters and Pork Ravi Arancini were a wonderful happy hour special! Dinner~We were so impressed by happy hour we stayed for dinner. A friend and I shared the Bucatini Nero and Mafaldine alla vodka. I loved flavor of the Bucatini Nero, not too salty but you could definitely taste the squid ink, which I love. The Mafaldine alla Vodka was also delicious, and I loved how there was lump crab in almost every bite. The staff were so nice and accommodating, and you could tell everyone was enjoying their time at Wilder! We struck up so many conversations with regulars who had wonderful recommendations that we tried, and some that I'm excited to try next time! read more

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Tonight I got to dine at Wilder for a birthday dinner for one of my best friends and I had a great evening. As their name suggests, Wilder has a fun jungle retro theme throughout the restaurant. The restaurant interior is well spaced out with two floors and I don't remember feeling that our area was crowded at all. The lighting is a bit dim with low lighting and table candlelights so it can be hard to take good quality photos there. The service was wonderful as they were attentive, quick, and accommodating. For the dishes, I ordered the Chili Roasted Oysters, Mafaldine Alla Vodka, and Citrus Pavlova. The Chili Roasted Oysters were my favorite dish I had tonight. The Chili Roasted Oysters were delicious with the crispy panko like crust and the Oysters was well mixed into the panko. The Mafaldine Alla Vodka sauce was very pronounced in the pasta but I didn't really taste the Chesapeake Crab which I was hoping to taste the crab. Lastly I had the Citrus Pavlova, which it was an interesting mix of cream, chantilly, and grapefruit. I felt like the Pavlova was more of a meringue and the chantilly and orange flavors didn't mix too well. I wanted to give Wilder a 5 star rating but I had to give a 4 star instead due to major prominent ingredients lacking flavor in the dishes. But I overall had a wonderful dining experience at the Wilder! Thank you so much :) read more

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Nice menu - salad, calamari and the summer pizza with corn, peaches and feta was shared among the group with the orange wine to start. Service for 7 was prompt, friendly and efficient. Lively atmosphere, cool decor, a little warm on the upper level where we dined. Noise level a bit high. read more

tl;dr although it's working through a few growing pains, this chic new Rittenhouse eatery proves to be more than a sum of its eclectic parts After a multiyear rennovation of the carriage house and rowhome previously occupied by the Philadelphia Academy of Social Dance, Wilder is finally open. The name refers to the quirky amalgam of its parts, channeled both in its menu and decor. The concept sits somewhere between upscale pizzeria and seasonal farm-to-table, with a vaguely Italian-influenced array of raw seafood, pizza, pasta, and plates. The enourmous bi-level eater is intentionally eccentric. The downstairs eatery is warmly lit by ornate chandeliers, and the mezzaine-level bar is lined with leopard-print stools. Upstairs, house plants dangle from the large skylight that extends the depth of the room. The walls are decked with Persian rugs on one side, and a wavy light fixture on the other. Rich fabrics hang from the middle of the room, down to the turquoise velvet-uphostered booths. Early 2000s pop-rock intermixes with the mingling of diners. My partner and I decided on a whim to swing by for Friday dinner. The early dinner service hummed with patrons, but we had no trouble securing a last-minute table. Throughout our meal, the upscale service was diligent, but felt slightly rushed. For appetizers, we shared the Pull Apart Rolls, the Roasted Chesapeake Oysters, and the Mortadella & Long Hot Pizza. The milk bun-esque rolls, with a crisp, buttery croissant-like exterior, were insanely airy, proving to be an ideal light palette whetter for 2. The semi-sweet flavor was complemented exquisitely by ample salt shavings and rich, garlicy (and peculiarly green) butter. Next, four 4 oysters were served piping hot on a bed of salt crystals and dried kelp. The crisp breading did not overwhelm the delicate flavor of oyster, and the slight lingering heat of fermented chili was complimented by the bite of meyer lemon. Lastly, the personal-sized pizza sported a leopard-spotted crust to match the funky throw pillows. Cheese and chopped pistachio were hidden by evenly lined slices of mortadella and an acidic arugala salad, culminating into an upscale hoagie-esque flavor. While the middle of the pie was well-decked with toppings, the cheese stretched unevenly to the bland, doughy edges -- which ended up being an worthy conduit for our remaining garlic butter. After a reasonable pause, a plate-and-silverware change, and table wipedown, we moved into our mains: the Mafaldine Alla Vodka and the Spanish Octopus. The al dente, wavy-edged noodles held onto the sweet, tangy sauce. The pasta was topped generously with jumbo lump crab and accented by crispy breadcrumbs. The resultant dish was simultaneously summery and comforting, easily my favorite crab pasta in recent memory. On the other hand, our octopus was impressively presented, with 2 whole tentacles stretching the length of the ribbed dish. Lemon provided an acidic kick to the smoky eggplant puree, and pine nuts created an interesting textural contrast. Ironically, the octopus itself was the least enjoyable component of the dish, erring on burnt rather than charred. All said and done, our bill sat at $124 (after tax and tip), and satisfyingly filled 2 moderately-to-very hungry appetites. While priced at a premium akin to countless other Rittenhouse sit-down-eries, Wilder stands out by backing up its impressive superficial looks with tasty (if not somewhat inconsistently executed) dishes. And, perhaps most importantly, I'm game for a return visit. read more

Wilder - Pull Apart Rolls - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

First, I love their vibe. I've had lunch and I've had brunch and the menu has enough to satisfy all. The food is very good and it's nice to eat in a restaurant with such a retro vibe! read more

We had my husband's 60th birthday celebration in the private room on the third floor at Wilder and it was amazing!! The atmosphere was elegant, the food superb and the service top notch. I highly recommend this place for a special event. read more

AMAZING dining experience!! First off, the space has a colorful, exciting, spacious yet bustling vibe, and the service was excellent. We ordered the sweet and spicy pizza, and that has probably become one of my favorite pizzas in Philly! We also ordered the malfadine alla vodka, which had perfectly cooked pasta and a generous amount of crab. I'm really looking forward to the next time I come here! read more

Wilder - Sweet and spicy pizza - Pizza Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania