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(215) 732-7878
2201 South St
Philadelphia,
PA
19146
39.9453
-75.1786
Neighborhoods: Center City, Fitler Square
What People Are Saying About L Two Restaurant & Bar
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – This neighborhood spot's faux unfinished walls, red wood and carpeting, portraits, paperweights and pottery create an antique-shop atmosphere. Hidden behind a wall, the dining room is dimly lit and romantic. Service is efficient and knowledgeable. Standouts include salmon (offered with basic balsamic or hot wasabi), filet, the veggie dish of the day, and buttery-smooth Chilean sea bass with pesto-artichoke topping. Homemade mocha cake or vanilla cheesecake are perfect closers.
05/29/09
Novelty
by Seashell1806 at Citysearch
L2 has been around forever, a fixture for those pioneers who didn't have a hang out, a place close to their newly renovated home. Yes, the menu is outdated, however, if you enjoy hanging out with locals, a night out with neighbors, sipping a cocktail, then try the bar.
- Pros: Friends, bar, music.
- Cons: Menu, if your there to eat!
05/15/09
OK neighborhood place
by NicoleP at Citysearch
L2 is a pretty decent place in the neighborhood (which I object to another reviewer characterizing as a "dismal" or "depressing" part of town. No, we're not Rittenhouse Square, but this isn't exactly a wasteland a few blocks South!) The dining room decor is fun in a funky, crazy-old-aunt sort of way. I've had no complaints about the food, beyond the fact that the menu seems stuck in the 1980s and they are frequently out of even these standard items. The wine list is my biggest beef - a short selection and rarely seems to reflect what they have in stock! One night I went and the only white wine they had by the bottle was a Cali chardonnay. I've even had the waiter say "Oh, I don't know why that's still on the menu - we haven't had that wine for ages!"
I know it sounds like I'm complaining a lot, but I still like the place well enough for what it is. If you stick with basics like the steak, or whatever fish special they have for the day, you're likely to have a good meal. Just stick with ordering mixed drinks instead of trying to find something on the wine list!
- Pros: Atmosphere, relaxing
- Cons: dated menu, unavailbility of items
02/02/09
Great neighborhood joint!
by NLescaped at Citysearch
I like L2. A lot actually. It has a lot going for it. It's near my house, it's very gay friendly, and the drinks are cheap! The staff for the most part are very friendly and relaxed. (Thank goodness the old bartender is gone-horrible!)
I like coming in here and just chilling at the bar and talking to the regulars. The drinks are really well priced and the regulars are funny as hell! The food is OK, not anything to go crazy over, but pretty good. The decor... well a bit dated. Sorry guys! Whoever does the decorations for the holidays, should be beaten with a big stick! Pretty awful.
Overall, i do recommend this place, stop by when your in the hood!
The Details on L Two Restaurant & Bar
The Extras:
A cafe menu offers oyster and crab cake sandwiches and burgers as a more casual dining option.
Where To Sit:
Special events often occur in L2 upstairs, where there's a bar and plenty of room for mingling or boogying.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Carte Blanche, Cash, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Celeb Hangout, Dine At The Bar
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Permitted at bar
