Jones
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: (215) 238-9600
- Price:
- $$
- Best of Citysearch:
- Comfort Food 2006, Comfort Food 2005, Comfort Food 2004
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11:30am-12am, Fri 11:30am-1am, Sat 10:30am-3pm, 5pm-1am, Sun 10:30am-3pm, 4pm-11pm
Editorial Review for Jones – by Lauren McCutcheon
In Short
Jones has a certain '70-era flair to the brown carpeting, booths covered in woolly green weave, angular stone columns and sunken dining room with a gas fireplace turned low. But with corner picture windows, a packed bar and a DJ overhead scratching out the Steve Miller Band's greatest hits, it's still showbiz. Look for typical comfort fare such as fried chicken with a soggy waffle, big portions of breadcrumb-topped macaroni and cheese and veggie lasagna.
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Insider Tips
ParkingUsually hard to come by. Use the valet at Starr's other hot spot, Morimoto, across the street.
What to DrinkThe amusing cocktails can double as dessert--try the Bug Juice with a gummy worm.
Where to SitFor a peaceful view of the action, ask for a mezzanine seat that overlooks the dining room.
User Reviews for Jones
12/29/2007 Posted by rkhona
I was a little worried about the service when I read the previous reviews, but management must have taken notice because the service was IMPECCABLE!!! Everyone was extraordinarily friendly from the host to bartender to waiter. We were updated 3x about when our table would be ready, while we were waiting at the bar. Then the manager actually came over to our table to check up on everything. And when I accidentally left my doggie bag, the manager looked all over the restaurant to find it. And the food was delish!! I ordered the salmon and my friend ordered the tilapia both dishes just melted in your mouth. The decor was cute 70's rec room, but not overly kitschy. And the music was great too. Listening to the Stones while dining is a nice respite from the normal lounge music drone. I am from South Jersey but I live in NY and eat out a lot so I'm really picky, but I was pleasantly surprised at the level of service and quality of food. I'll be back!!
Pros: food, service, music, atmosphere
Cons: none
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
12/27/2007 Posted by robmac898
Went to dinner with a friend, the wait for less than five minutes, which is particularly speedy in a restaurant like this in Philadelphia. The waiters were pleasant and very straightforward about the food, however, they trick you into buying FIJI water instead of tap and thats a $5 dollar extra for like half a glass. MAKE SURE YOU JUST ASK FOR TAP WATER! Overall, the food is very delicious. Dumplings and Mac and Cheese are unbelievable. Had the Thanksgiving Dinner, and it was awesome. The bill for 3 appetizers, two entrees and that stupid water just cracked 50 bucks. Very reasonable for the amount of food served.
Pros: Dumplings, Mac N Cheese, Thanksgiving Dinner
Cons: Bad Parking, Forced to pay extra for water, not cool
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
