Amada
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: (215) 625-2450
- Cross Street:
- Between Second Street and Third Street
- Hours:
- Mon-Wed 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-11pm, Thu-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-12am, Sat 5pm-12am, Sun 4pm-11pm
Editorial Review for Amada – by Hilary Mackler
In Short
Minimalist decor, an open kitchen, and groovy music all factor into the great energy that permeates the entire establishment. Diners would be remiss not to try the hand-sliced selection of cured meats, accompanied by caper-berries, cornichons and mustard; only to be outdone by the creamy cheese choices paired with balsamic strawberries and garlic dulce de leche (a delectable, sweet, garlic caramel).
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Insider Tips
Where to SitWith three rooms to choose from, in addition to the bar, the coolest table has to be the muslin curtain enclosed "stage table" (not available Wednesday or Friday).
What to DrinkWhile homemade sangria is an excellent choice, by the glass or pitcher; the wine list has extensive choices by the glass or bottle as well.
User Reviews for Amada
06/06/2008 Posted by annmintz
Amada is a place for people who enjoy food. The combinations are traditional yet imaginative-- salmon with saffron emulsion and spiced almonds paired with tempura-fried artichokes and grilled onions. Shirred eggs with shrimp and wild mushrooms and indescribably luscious crostini. (My dining partner said this was what breakfast must taste like in heaven.) Green salad spiked with sliced figs and almonds, the whole thing rolled in Serrano ham. The only caveat-- hardly a complaint-- is that these are not small "small plates." A few-- two, three at most-- make a lovely meal. The service is delightful and this popular, yes, trendy restaurant makes you feel extremely welcome. Try the white sangria. No, try the red sangria. But go to Amada. If you like food.
Pros: Food, service, ambience
Cons: Parking in Old City is never easy. Amada offers valet.
05/27/2008 Posted by norak82
My two girlfriends and I went to Amada on a Wednesday night because we had heard great things about it. We were not impressed. Even thought we had made reservations, we had to wait at the bar for a good 40 minutes. The sangria was tasty, but I can't same the same for the food. We thought everything tasted ok, but nothing spectacular. They certainly did charge above average food prices--it's not worth it. I wouldn't go back for dinner, only for drinks.
Pros: Tatsy sangria
Cons: Food is overpriced!
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