Solid red gravy Italian restaurant. If he's local to you there's no reason to go to South Philly. The meals are great. Don't bother with the bread.
Victoria Washington
The food was just okay (sub par)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Vail Gold
Gourmet food, very reasonable portions that fill you up but don't overwhelm, and a very competitive price!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yi Xu
Great food, great people working
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aaron Alaimo
South Philly Italian Kitchen is a true culinary delight. The service is impeccable, with a team lead by Joe that goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience. From the delightful Tiramisu, a perfect balance of rich flavors, to the game-changing homemade mozzarella, every bite showcases the chef's commitment to quality ingredients. The charming ambiance adds to the overall appeal, making South Philly Italian Kitchen a must-visit gem for those seeking exceptional Italian cuisine and attentive service. The combination of warm hospitality, delicious Tiramisu, and outstanding homemade mozzarella creates an unforgettable dining atmosphere that beckons guests to return for more. Highly recommended for anyone craving an authentic taste of Italy.Vegetarian options: Joe can make pretty much anything on the menu vegetarian, just ask and he will take care of you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nonnas Tiramisu, Homemade Fresh Mozzarella, Joe the Boss Eggplant Salad
Jessamine Bartley-Matthews
Needed carbs ahead of the Philly half marathon, so I stopped in here for a solo dinner the night before my race-- had the pollo pesto rigatoni, which was delicious! Really tender chicken and flavorful sauce. Staff was really sweet, I'll be back and will bring a friend next time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vaudine Woodard
My friend celebrated her 80th birthday here. It was a very nice place; small and intimate. I found it a lovely cozy restaurant and the food was excellent! I highly recommend it especially to those who prefer a personal touch in a restaurant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Foodie9
The food was totally fresh and light and tasty. My son got the lasagna and we both agreed it was the lightest smoothest lasagna we've ever had. The side veggie medley were full of flavor and sauteed perfectly. The flavor of the chicken piccata was balanced and light, and the chicken was not breaded which I appreciated. The waitress was attentive and kind. It's a BYOB too! A hidden gem for sure. Anne M.
Erin McElderry
Everything was fantastic! Wouldn't change a single thing about this place. Keep on keeping on! My advice... try everything on the menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caprese Salad, Tiramisu
Robin Hetrick
Great food and service.It's a bit "rustic" but worth a visit.The Boss and Eggplant salads are wonderful and filling.You my reconsider your dinner option.But get it all.You have lunch the next day.
Visiting our daughter and her fiancée, they suggested this restaurant for dinner. We absolutely loved it ! Food , atmosphere, waitress, chef - great ! And cannolis on the house. Will come back here every single time we visit !
The eggplant was perfect. Not too greasy or bready. Meatballs were fluffy and delicious. Sauce was excellent.
Orrin E.
We've been meaning to stop by for quite awhile and we finally made it. We were in the mood for some Italian comfort food. The kitchen is in the center of the room so even though the restaurant was empty when we arrived - whatever was cooking smelled delicious. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. We started with Joe the Boss Eggplant Salad - I've been looking for new ways to make eggplant and they nailed it. It was light and fluffy, oddly I've never thought to serve it with salad. The chef gave us a few complimentary hummus crostinis that were delicious. I never order gnocchi- I'm just not a huge fan of their dense doughiness but I took a chance that their red sauce could sway me- and I wasn't wrong- it was good. The chicken parm was on point too. We enjoyed everything and will definitely return. Don't forget it's a BYOB.
Sharifah G
Picked up, did not dine in. Orderd chicken marsala with risotto. Good dish. I love risotto but found when inordered as a side, it wasn't as good by itself, a little AL dente / not as creamy for my liking. Partnered with the chicken marsala, the heat of gravy gave the creaminess and softer rice.It's a small spot in a residential area with limited parking, so expect to possibly have to circle the block to find a parking spot. The ambience seems comfortable and not requriing upscale dress. Open kitchen, so u can see your food being prepared from your seat.What I didn't like was that the floor was sticky. However, it was a rainy day and less than an hour before closing when I went. Prior experiences were receipt of food via delivery of Doordash.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chicken Marsala
Maribel Lopez
Love love this place. The calamari oh my and the crab and shrimp paste so delicious. The service is great and the chef god bless his hands. Can’t wait to go back.
Solid red gravy Italian restaurant. If he's local to you there's no reason to go to South Philly. The meals are great. Don't bother with the bread.
The food was just okay (sub par)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Gourmet food, very reasonable portions that fill you up but don't overwhelm, and a very competitive price!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, great people working
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
South Philly Italian Kitchen is a true culinary delight. The service is impeccable, with a team lead by Joe that goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience. From the delightful Tiramisu, a perfect balance of rich flavors, to the game-changing homemade mozzarella, every bite showcases the chef's commitment to quality ingredients. The charming ambiance adds to the overall appeal, making South Philly Italian Kitchen a must-visit gem for those seeking exceptional Italian cuisine and attentive service. The combination of warm hospitality, delicious Tiramisu, and outstanding homemade mozzarella creates an unforgettable dining atmosphere that beckons guests to return for more. Highly recommended for anyone craving an authentic taste of Italy.Vegetarian options: Joe can make pretty much anything on the menu vegetarian, just ask and he will take care of you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nonnas Tiramisu, Homemade Fresh Mozzarella, Joe the Boss Eggplant Salad
Needed carbs ahead of the Philly half marathon, so I stopped in here for a solo dinner the night before my race-- had the pollo pesto rigatoni, which was delicious! Really tender chicken and flavorful sauce. Staff was really sweet, I'll be back and will bring a friend next time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My friend celebrated her 80th birthday here. It was a very nice place; small and intimate. I found it a lovely cozy restaurant and the food was excellent! I highly recommend it especially to those who prefer a personal touch in a restaurant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was totally fresh and light and tasty. My son got the lasagna and we both agreed it was the lightest smoothest lasagna we've ever had. The side veggie medley were full of flavor and sauteed perfectly. The flavor of the chicken piccata was balanced and light, and the chicken was not breaded which I appreciated. The waitress was attentive and kind. It's a BYOB too! A hidden gem for sure. Anne M.
Everything was fantastic! Wouldn't change a single thing about this place. Keep on keeping on! My advice... try everything on the menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caprese Salad, Tiramisu
Great food and service.It's a bit "rustic" but worth a visit.The Boss and Eggplant salads are wonderful and filling.You my reconsider your dinner option.But get it all.You have lunch the next day.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Visiting our daughter and her fiancée, they suggested this restaurant for dinner. We absolutely loved it ! Food , atmosphere, waitress, chef - great ! And cannolis on the house. Will come back here every single time we visit !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Homemade Raviolis, Caprese Salad, Homemade Mozzarella
The eggplant was perfect. Not too greasy or bready. Meatballs were fluffy and delicious. Sauce was excellent.
We've been meaning to stop by for quite awhile and we finally made it. We were in the mood for some Italian comfort food. The kitchen is in the center of the room so even though the restaurant was empty when we arrived - whatever was cooking smelled delicious. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. We started with Joe the Boss Eggplant Salad - I've been looking for new ways to make eggplant and they nailed it. It was light and fluffy, oddly I've never thought to serve it with salad. The chef gave us a few complimentary hummus crostinis that were delicious. I never order gnocchi- I'm just not a huge fan of their dense doughiness but I took a chance that their red sauce could sway me- and I wasn't wrong- it was good. The chicken parm was on point too. We enjoyed everything and will definitely return. Don't forget it's a BYOB.
Picked up, did not dine in. Orderd chicken marsala with risotto. Good dish. I love risotto but found when inordered as a side, it wasn't as good by itself, a little AL dente / not as creamy for my liking. Partnered with the chicken marsala, the heat of gravy gave the creaminess and softer rice.It's a small spot in a residential area with limited parking, so expect to possibly have to circle the block to find a parking spot. The ambience seems comfortable and not requriing upscale dress. Open kitchen, so u can see your food being prepared from your seat.What I didn't like was that the floor was sticky. However, it was a rainy day and less than an hour before closing when I went. Prior experiences were receipt of food via delivery of Doordash.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chicken Marsala
Love love this place. The calamari oh my and the crab and shrimp paste so delicious. The service is great and the chef god bless his hands. Can’t wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5