Osteria

(215) 763-0920

640 N Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19130 39.9651 -75.161

Neighborhoods: North Philadelphia, Fairmount/Art Museum

What People Are Saying About Osteria

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In Short
Somewhere between Temple University and Center City, good things are happening. Osteria--Chef Marc Vetri's latest effort--is winning hearts and minds with a gourmet, Italian casual prize that's at once approachable, cutting-edge, simple and stylish. Grilled pizzas topped with octopus and smoked mozzarella share space with wood-grilled halibut and eggplant ravioli. Reviewers from the New Yok Times, Bon Apétit, and the Inquirer's Craig LaBan bow down to Osteria's pervasive goodness.

Anonymous

November 17, 2008

Osteria is a wonderful Italian restaurant. The food is so good, you will not believe it. Their pizza is amazing. They mix things together that you would never think of putting together but it tastes great. It's hard to get reservations here so book very early.

Anonymous

November 17, 2008

Can be difficult to park on the street outside this restaurant, but be patient. The food is delicious. My friend and I sat at the high top bar, and were comfortable, and were able to share our plates. Everything was yummy. Get the grilled vegetables.

jgentile

November 12, 2008

First of all parking was no problem. We walked in with no reservation, and they sat us at a table. (we would have done just as well at the bar but a seat was a plus) The wine selection was extensive, and very reasonable. (wish they had a couple california wines to choose from but... who cares ) The grilled octopus was very good, a bit sandy, but excellent flavor. I would get it again and again. Next was Pizza, with a baked egg and sausage I believe. Very good flavor, and quite alot to finish. Another winner! Pasta course was awesome, chicken-liver rigatoni with sweet onion. And finally the spit-fire pig special was incredible. I bought my buddy (who own's bistro in Haddon Heights) a gift certificate right then and there. Saving the best for last was the service and atmosphere. Very cool. Very knowledgable. And the bill was like $129 with the vino which was really great. All in all, I don't see how you can ever go wrong at Osteria. And I'm pretty particular about places... Great job Marc!

The Details on Osteria

Where to Sit:

Sit at the Chef's Counter and enjoy of a view of it all.

Know Before You Go:

Saturday nights can be a bear--with reservations made weeks out.

What to Drink:

When in Rome drink hearty reds and more subtle varieties from the all-Italian list.

Where to Sit:

Sit at the Chef's Counter and enjoy of a view of it all.

Know Before You Go:

Saturday nights can be a bear--with reservations made weeks out.

What to Drink:

When in Rome drink hearty reds and more subtle varieties from the all-Italian list.

Smoking Permitted:

No

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