10/14/09

good place for out-of-towners

by Luvpeace

Although the small plates of food had me worried that it wasn't enough, my worries were quickly abated. I am not from Philly and going to Tinto showed me that I can get really good food and ambience outside of NYC. Service was courteous. Food came out quickly. The server recommended a really good bottle of wine and gave my friends and I the attention we deserved. If I find myself in Philly again, I would definitely return to Tinto.

• Pros: Good service, good food, great wine selection
• Cons: kitchen closes early

09/01/09

Amazing $25 brunch

by aggiemay

I have only been to Tinto for brunch, so cannot comment on anything but that.

It was fantastic. We went for the 5 course Sunday brunch tasting menu. I thought it was very good for $25/person. Yes, the plates are small, but you can choose between numerous sweet/savory items. All were absolutely delicious. The maple grits were the standout for me- so rich and delicious, the perfect complement to the rest of my meal.

The brunch service was not rushed at all, and our server was appropriately attentive and very helpful in explaining the different dishes and answering our questions.

We are not big brunch people, in fact we despise brunch culture and waiting around for overpriced mediocre food. Tinto was nothing like that- a truly relaxing and wonderful experience from start to finish.

A splurge, for sure- but worth it.

• Pros: 5 course brunch
• Cons: nothing

08/10/09

too expensive for what it is

by martino1

I think I am done with small plates.I went to Amada and Tinto and both times I left hungry and felt that I spent way too much to fell that way.

I won't go back.

• Pros: nice ambiance
• Cons: leave hungry