Best Italian Restaurants in Washington Square

Best and most consistent restaurant in South Philadelphia for the last 50 years!!!

Food was very good. Only problem was our waiter. He appeared to have an attitude problem almost rude. We have been to this restaurant several times, always good service, this was a first.

It is really nice here. Elevated Italian food is the style. The drinks and food is good, a little pricey on some of the appetizers, but all together really good. The window booths are also extremely small so that lack of spacing can be a bit uncomfortable. But all together really nice and would definitely come back.

I just cannot tell you how much we enjoyed our visit to Gran Caffe L'Aquila on Wednesday, March 12. First of all, our special table was ready for us when we arrived, and, of course, we had their best waiter, Mimmo, who was just wonderful in terms of his service and personality. Both the veal dish and pasta with a delicious white cream sauce went way beyond our expectations. The meal was topped off with an out of this world rich Italian hot chocolate that I have not discovered anywhere else in the city. All of the staff is just so attentive and gracious and we are just counting the days until our next visit.

I visit here everytime I visit Philly. It’s a great spot, good energy and most importantly dining alone is heaven here. The open kitchen is one of my favourites. Great vibes, loud music, delicious food, tasty and considered drinks - what’s not to love!