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The Love, Philadelphia, PA

The Love

4.8
4.8
7245 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 170 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood 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.

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 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 433-1555
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Charles Parker
  • Neighborhood
    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 7,245 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    American

  • Philadelphia County

    Most Booked

  • Philadelphia

    American

  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Love in Philadelphia consistently delivers "incredible food" and "the best service," making it a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy a diverse menu featuring standout dishes like short rib rigatoni and inventive desserts. The lively yet charming atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, though it can get a bit noisy.

7,245 Reviews
  1. Stacie

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and yummy food. Convenient and not crowded

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  2. Julie

    Greater Boston

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have a dairy allergy and my server was very knowledgeable and confirmed everything with the chef. I was able to have everything I wanted, and it was fabulous! Highly recommend the Brussels and cauliflower app and the pork chop entree!

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  3. Karen

    New York City

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite go to spots for client, entertaining and also dining with friends.  The staff and the food is always consistent  and a great spot to see people you haven’t seen in a while.

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  4. Anne

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming to The Love since they opened. We first came when we were in Philadelphia for a conference having traveled from Seattle. This was the first time we came by car now living on the EC. It was our anniversary. The entire experience was magical. Thank you!

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  5. Heidi

    Philadelphia

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time eating upstairs and it was very nice! The food was excellent, love the atmosphere...this is really one of my favorite restaurants. The only tiny bummer was that we asked to start with some bread because a couple people were starving and the waiter said he needed to bring all the food out at once...it seems like at a place of this caliber, they should be able to bring out the bread...BUT it didn't detract too much and this is still one of my favorite restaurants.

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  6. Angie

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and cocktails were amazing. Samuel was an incredible server.

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  7. Nathan

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Starr restaurants always deliver high quality and a great dining experience. The Love was very good, but I would rate it lower than the other restaurants in the Starr family that I have previously visited.

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  8. Trevor

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was decent, though it seemed to prioritize larger groups spending more money. The food was good overall, but the grits and greens served with the chicken didn’t meet my expectations—they lacked flavor, and it was odd that they were served in ramekins instead of as part of a cohesive dish. The upstairs atmosphere is much more enjoyable than downstairs. The prices are high, but that’s to be expected. The hosts could improve their demeanor—they didn’t smile or seem particularly enthusiastic about being there.

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  9. steph

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an awesome experience! The vibe is unmatched ! A perfect blend of causal dining meets fine dining meets city romance! The food is top notch and the drinks are excellent! The perfect place for all occasions 12/10!

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  10. Jerry

    San Francisco

    90 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    90 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated two family birthdays at one of our favorite restaurants. Our drinks, wine, appetizers, and main courses were exceptional. I highly recommend the rigatoni with short rib, as well as the crispy branzino! Our server, Catherine provided exceptional service throughout the meal. We felt very welcome at The Love. Thank you.

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The Love is rated 4.8 stars by 7245 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 170 times today
Google Map for The Love

130 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sansom
  • Neighborhood
    Rittenhouse Square
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • 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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