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- 4.9Service
- 4.9Ambience
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River Twice
$50 and over
American
Make a reservation
2 people
Dec 4, 2024
9:30 PM
Experiences are available.
- Innovative
- Romantic
- Good for special occasions
Why they're an Icon
Executive chef: Randy Rucker
From the OpenTable editors: James Beard semifinalist Randy Rucker and his wife-partner Amanda Rucker opened this American gem in 2019 dedicated to spotlighting seasonal ingredients from the region. The intimate dining room feels like an extension of the open kitchen, where a four-course menu changes constantly, from sweet amalia oysters with buttermilk ponzu & trout roe to smoked steelhead trout with maple, celeriac & agretti. The results landed River Twice on the New York Times's list of the best Philadelphia restaurants.
Philosophy
Our goal is to encourage a sincere connection to the Delaware River Valley and mid-Atlantic region through the ingredients we select and the dishes we serve. A close relationship with local purveyors allows us to develop an evolving menu, making every visit a unique experience.
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesAmerican, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
- Hours of operationDinner Mon, Thu–Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Phone number(267) 457-3698
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Private party facilitiesSituated on the corner of Passyunk and Tasker in South Philadelphia, overlooking the famous ‘singing fountain’, our intimate space is perfect for your next event.
- Private party contactMarissa Chirico: (267) 457-3698
- DescriptionRiver Twice is a Modern American restaurant that celebrates the richness of our regions bounty located on East Passyunk Avenue in South Philadelphia. Our menu frequently changes to reflect the finest of what local purveyors have in season to give guests a unique experience with every visit in our intimate but casual atmosphere. Our thoughtfully curated beverage list and wine pairings coincide with our dedication to develop a sincere connection to the Delaware River Valley and mid-Atlantic region. Our intimate, window-lined dining room offers a charming view of the iconic Singing Fountain on East Passyunk Avenue. The dining room surrounds an open kitchen where you will be able to see our chefs at work.River Twice has been recognized by The Philadelphia Inquirer, The New York Times, has earned Chef Randy Rucker’s Philadelphia Magazine’s “Best Chef” and, most recently Chef Randy Rucker garnered a James Beard Award nomination in 2024 for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic.
- NeighborhoodSouth Philly
- Cross streetTasker and Passyunk Ave
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- AdditionalBeer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
Experiences
Ho Ho Ho!
Dec 4, 2024 onlyJoin us for spiced cider, spiked hot chocolate, burgers & more as the annual East Passyunk Christmas tree lighting begins at 5pm. We have the perfect cozy view! MENU: our focaccia with fromage blanc, anchovy & lovage sweet amalia oysters with cranberry & horseradish mother rucker smoked pork & capon gumbo w carolina gold rice fried chicken sandwich with buttermilk-ramp dressing & golden ossetra caviar spiced fuyu persimmon with maple & financier
New Year's Eve
$150.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 onlyRing in the New Year with a special seven course tasting menu & a complimentary toast of bubbles! For our last seating, a simple caviar service will be included! Priced at $150 per person. Choose from seats in our dining room or front row seats at our chef's counter. Beverages and pairings will be available for additional purchase in house. Tax & a 20% service charge for our entire team will be included in your bill. Please note, dietary restrictions and allergies are unable to be accommodated due to the nature of the event. Tickets are final sale.
Chef's Counter
Multiple dates availableFor a truly immersive experience reserve a seat at our chef’s counter to enjoy an up-close and personal interaction with the artistry of our culinary team. Enjoy an evolving four course menu priced at $75 a person with optional additions. A la carte beverages and a tailored beverage pairing are available as well. Please note, the chefs counter is counter-height seating. Dietary restrictions must be noted ahead of booking, we are unable to accommodate vegan, dairy free or allium requests.
What 13 people are saying
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Ahad
New York City
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5.01 review
Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Griffin
Philadelphia
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Dined on November 25, 2024
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Mindy
Philadelphia
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Dined on November 25, 2024
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Dined on November 24, 2024
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Adrienne
Philadelphia
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Dined on November 15, 2024
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Marissa
Philadelphia
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Dined on November 15, 2024
- Overall 5
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Greater Boston
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Dined on November 14, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
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Kyle
Philadelphia
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Dined on November 14, 2024
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Jeff
Philadelphia
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Dined on November 12, 2024
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Marissa
Philadelphia
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Dined on November 10, 2024
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- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
River Twice is rated 4.8 stars by 13 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
2 people
Dec 4, 2024
9:30 PM
Experiences are available.
1601 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148-1121
Dining areas
Additional information
- DescriptionRiver Twice is a Modern American restaurant that celebrates the richness of our regions bounty located on East Passyunk Avenue in South Philadelphia. Our menu frequently changes to reflect the finest of what local purveyors have in season to give guests a unique experience with every visit in our intimate but casual atmosphere. Our thoughtfully curated beverage list and wine pairings coincide with our dedication to develop a sincere connection to the Delaware River Valley and mid-Atlantic region. Our intimate, window-lined dining room offers a charming view of the iconic Singing Fountain on East Passyunk Avenue. The dining room surrounds an open kitchen where you will be able to see our chefs at work.River Twice has been recognized by The Philadelphia Inquirer, The New York Times, has earned Chef Randy Rucker’s Philadelphia Magazine’s “Best Chef” and, most recently Chef Randy Rucker garnered a James Beard Award nomination in 2024 for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic.
- Cross streetTasker and Passyunk Ave
- NeighborhoodSouth Philly
- Hours of operationDinner Mon, Thu–Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesAmerican, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- AdditionalBeer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine
- Phone number(267) 457-3698
- Private party facilitiesSituated on the corner of Passyunk and Tasker in South Philadelphia, overlooking the famous ‘singing fountain’, our intimate space is perfect for your next event.
- Private party contactMarissa Chirico: (267) 457-3698