02/05/09

do NOT eat here!

by philarez

As someone who has seen the behind the scenes workings of this restaurant, I can honestly tell you that eating here's a BAD idea! Yes, the food is good but they are NOT clean. Rodents have been a serious issue and not all kitchen members abide by washing hands and other such things. I know that the food is good but also knowing how rude the staff can be and how unsanitary the conditions are is enough for me to put it out there that this place just isn't worth your money. Brigid's and Bishop's Collar are both around the corner and though Bishop's Collar's service isn't always the best, both places have really good food. So does London Grille, which is a bit pricier than the other two but it's still good. Just as a friendly tip, there's sooo many places to eat in this area, you don't need to eat here.

• Pros: Good food
• Cons: Not clean, has rodents

01/30/09

great burger!!!

by Clamman65

One of my favorite places to eat in the city. Great food and a great atmosphere. "Paesano Burger" not just the best burger in the city, but in America!

Everything else there is great too!

09/08/08

Been coming here for over 10 years now...

by aggiemay

I first came here back in the 90s when I was a student at Temple. After some time away, it's still the great little gem it was before.

My boyfriend and I eat here a few times a year, and it's always a nice experience. Have never been in the Tavern section, so can only speak on the "fine-dining" portion of the restaurant, but we have never had a disappointing meal. Service is always reliable, if not outstanding- so maybe we have just been lucky. We seem to get the same waiter every time (I wish I could remember his name- tall, young, shaved head) and he is very knowledgeable and accommodating.

My only wish is that they would bring back the cheese plate!

• Pros: small, intimate dining room, plenty of on-street parking
• Cons: hard to get a table without reservations