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The Love, Philadelphia, PA

The Love

4.9
4.9
7004 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Aimee Olexy and Stephen Starr's The Love is a bi-level sanctuary features 150 seats, split between the main dining room, sidewalk seating, and an upper-level loft. The restaurant is a spirited and carefree neighborhood café celebrating everyday American cuisine. The menu is crafted around what’s truly seasonal and local, while the beverage program reflects the best of the region. This creative energy is matched by a front-of-house service staff passionate about providing homey hospitality morning, noon and night.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 217 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (215) 433-1555
  • Website
    http://www.theloverestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Charles Parker
  • Location
    130 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
  • Area
    Rittenhouse Square
  • Cross Street
    Sansom
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 7,004 people are saying

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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    Best Overall

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    American

  • Philadelphia

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7,004 Reviews

  1. Amanda

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we ordered was excellent. We loved how we felt like we were in somebody’s home, it was a beautiful restaurant.Will definitely be back!

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  2. Jace

    Unspecified

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was incredibly attentive and the food was delectable! Will definitely be coming back here!

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  3. stewart

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service level from the staff was incredible . We celebrated our anniversary and from the moment we arrived we’re treated like royalty from everyone that served us . The food was also delicious either large portions

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  4. Katie

    Poconos

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Still reminiscing about last night’s dinner. Core memories were formed, the food was outstanding — honestly that word doesn’t begin to touch how great it was. I travel a lot and experience a lot, I dove deep into recommendations and reviews and we landed on love and we couldn’t be happier. Austin was also LOVEly, 10/10, will certainly be back!!!

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  5. Tanya

    Baltimore

    39 reviews

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    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most amazing pork chop I’ve had in years! The mushroom soup is incredible, although a bit too large, and the S’mores dessert scrumptious, although would’ve liked more marshmallow to go with the chocolate. For some reason, there was no salt on the grits. But that was the only flaw.

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  6. Rashawn

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    There food is always so fresh and I love that they switch up there menu every season. During my last visit I tried the Lemon Crème Brûlée! Amazing to say the least!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took my best friend here for her 25th birthday and we had the best time! The food was beyond amazing and our server (Marco) was attentive and kind. The Love will forever be my favorite restaurant!

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  8. KATHLEEN

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service, delicious food, and a nice wine list! Moderate noise -- softer, more consistently subdued music would improve the ambiance Upstairs is quieter than downstairs, plus the upstairs window view is charming! Diners should expect to pay for bread -- none is offered with the meal (but the choice we selected was excellent! and homemade) We celebrated a our wedding anniversary for this our first visit: we will most certainly return! Thanks for a very pleasant evening!

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  9. Ashley

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I loved The Love :) The decor is amazing and full of character. The food is the standout! Everything was so fresh it felt like all the veggies & fruits were picked that morning. The Love gives off farm-to-table vibes. The cheese board was a dream. The side of cucumbers & tomatoes was delish. The veggies were crisp! And the lemon risotto was fantastic. It was the perfect mixture of light but full of flavor. The location is perfect with a parking garage around the corner and being next to Rittenhouse Park. I cannot wait to go back!

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  10. Heather

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service great. Food was fab. Great brunch menu. Wonderful time was had by all.

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The Love is rated 4.9 stars by 7004 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 217 times today
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130 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Sansom
  • Area
    Rittenhouse Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Charles Parker
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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