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Amada

217-219 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: (215) 625-2450
Fabulous food, great service, very big small plates
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

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.

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Editor's Review

A hip restaurant for groups interested in a fun, tapas-sharing experience; also features a lounge and two bars.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Where to Sit

With 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).

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Restaurant Information for Amada

Smoking

  • No

Parking

  • Metered street, pay garage, pay lot

Hours

  • Mon-Wed 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-11pm
  • Thu-Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-12am
  • Sat 5pm-12am
  • Sun 4pm-11pm

Dress Code

  • Casual-chic

Payment Types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • MasterCard
  • Diners Club
  • Visa

Cuisines

  • American (New)
  • Tapas / Small Plates

Amenities

  • Date Spot
  • Notable Beer List
  • Romantic Dining
  • Special Occasion Dining
  • Private Rooms
  • Open 7 Days
  • Historic Setting
  • People Watching
  • Bar Scene
  • Happy Hour
  • Business Dining
  • Notable Wine List
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Valet Parking

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