(215) 922-3490
148 South St
(Front Street)
Philadelphia,
PA
19147
39.941166
-75.145118
Neighborhoods: Center City, Center City East
What People Are Saying About Las Bugambilias
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Despite the cumbersome moniker [something about a Mexican flower], there's nothing complicated about this warm and welcoming South Street newcomer bathed in bright hues and matched with equally sunny service. Black and white photographs of vintage South-of-the-Border film stars offer artistic balance for well-crafted cuisine such as bistec tampiquena and killer crepas.
Delicious Mexican
by izma001
We had a great meal. The food was vibrant. Those who have travelled in Mexico can relive the tastes at this restaurant. Maybe, it was the decor - it felt like I left Philly for an hour or two.
- Pros: Interesting entrees, fresh tasting food
- Cons: On the small side
Awful
by SteveOH
Not authentic. Burnt tortilla chips. Ceviche with water crackers. Foul tasting beef. Tasted old and reheated.
COMPLAINED AND THEY CALLED POLICE AND MADE ME PAY FOR RANK FOOD I DIDN'T EAT. WORST RESTAURANT I'VE EVER VISITED. INTERIOR TACKY WITH PAPER NAPKINS. ENTRESS $18-$24. I wouldn't accept them again for free.
- Pros: N/a
- Cons: Terrible food, poor service
Authentic and Delicious!!!
by cmb29
Being a fan of authentic (as opposed to your typical tex mex trying to pass for Mexican!) Mexican food, I was really excited to try this restaurant. Even from the outside it seemed charming and inviting. I can honestly say this place surpassed all of my expectations. The staff was friendly and they really knew what they were talking about. If you're not familiar with the cuisine, I would really recommend asking the servers as some of the sauces I had never even heard of. They know the menu, are very patient, and can make the difference of enjoying a really different and excellent meal rather than ordering something that seems "safe". The appetizers are the sizes appetizers should be, not overwhelmingly large, so if you're not feeling bold enough to order an entree you've never heard of, at least give one of these a try. I tried this place for the first time three weeks ago, and have already been back twice since.








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