Moshulu
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: (215) 923-2500
- Moshulu Restaurant:
- Fine Dining On The River On The Scooner Built In 1848.
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- Spruce Street
- Specialties:
- Outdoor Bar
- Best of Citysearch:
- Waterfront Dining 2006, Outdoor Dining 2006, View 2006
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 11:30am-3pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm, Sun 11am-2pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm
Editorial Review for Moshulu – by Lauren McCutcheon
In Short
This century-old sailing ship could easily employ its four-masted appeal to become a brash tourist trap. Instead, the Moshulu offers an elegant, curvy floored dining room, spacious lounge and delightful, scenic decks--with attentive service. Despite the high volume of orders it must churn out, the kitchen displays an impressive command of complex dishes such as lobster risotto, savory lamb with a goat cheese tart and a luscious crab cake with smoky salsa. (Photo courtesy B.Krist)
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Insider Tips
When to GoOn weekends during warmer months, live salsa and dance bands play above the dining room.
ParkingValet parking is available during dinner.
User Reviews for Moshulu
11/05/2008 Posted by MindyBr
After two years of planning my son’s Bar Mitzvah the event was marred not only by what occurred the night of the party but by the attack on my character by a Partner . I was later told that everything went as planned, my guests ate too much, I was cheap, and that I was lying about various things that occurred While driving to the party I got a call at 8:20 indicating that the Moshulu staff was not allowing people into the party as they were not ready. My party was scheduled to begin at 8:00 and did not begin until 8:30. When I arrived the cocktail area was crowded, hot and had only one exit. It was so uncomfortable that people left the area and moved down into the dining area which was supposed to be closed until dinner. During the cocktail hour they ran out of hors d'oeuvres. I had ordered what was recommended by Moshulu. I hired dancers who had to be paid extra due to the delay when they could perform due to the delay. After dinner, when we moved on deck for dancing (an hour later than my timeline called for), the dance floor was not arranged as agreed to. Approximately 50% more space would have been utilized had the floorplan been followed. In the agreement with Moshulu it requires 20% gratuity. I had no problem with this but since I was paying a gratuity there should be no tip jars on the bars and that the bartenders should not be accepting tips since that was included in my price. I was shocked when I went to get a drink and saw cash resting on the bar clearly indicating that the bartenders were accepting tips. Moshulu had committed to valet parking and the valet staff left at midnight forcing guests to seek out assistance in getting their keys/cars. In the end, it is what it is, but since Moshulu takes no responsibility for what occurred is just wrong which is why I am sharing my story.
Pros: beautiful location
Cons: horrible treatment by senior management
09/05/2008 Posted by michele06
I dined at Moshulu this past week and I must say the experience exceeded my every expectation. Originally I had planned to only have cocktails upstairs on deck (beautiful view by the way), but then my guest and I decided to have dinner downstairs in the main dining room. I am so glad we did. the ambiance was impeccable. The candle light and views of the river made for a very romantic setting. My guest was very pleased. The food made this experience more memorable than ever. I had the Lobster and my guest had the Ribeye, both of which were seasoned and cooked to perfection. I would recommend this restaurant to any one who is looking to dine somewhere new...Get out of the city and enjoy some peace and quiet on the river!
Pros: Great service, great ambiance, something new and exciting
Cons: ummmmmm.....
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