Dmitri's
(215) 625-0556
795 S Third St
Philadelphia,
PA
19147
39.938
-75.1482
Neighborhoods: Queen Village/ Pennsport, South Philadelphia
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In Short
Inside, diners sit elbow-to-elbow, makng loud conversation while servers squeeze between tables, juggling several orders at a time. Olive oil and red-wine vinegar touch every fresh piece of seafood that goes on the grill. Lightly whipped, garlicky, hummus puts most others to shame. (Ask for extra grilled pita wedges.) Meaty bits of octopus swim alongside green olives in a simple sauce of olive oil and lemon juice. Expect a pleasant meal along with terse service.
User Reviews
Foodie1777
June 14, 2009
I had eaten before at this restaurant and had a memorable experience. But, when we went as a group of six, the staff made every effort to make us uncomfortable at a small table for 4 with no reasonable attempt to accommodate our request for more comfortable seating. So, we took our business elsewhere.
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Foodie22222
May 19, 2009
I lived in Philadelphia about 10 years ago and loved Dmitris. It was always a long wait but the food was great and service good. I was back in town for a 15th year college reunion and decided to reminisce by coming here again on a MONDAY night for a good friend's birthday celebration. When I arrived at 6:30pm - the restaurant had many empty seats. We were a party of 5 but only 3 of us arrived early. We were seated immediately. The rest of the party came about 20 minutes later. After 5 minutes - our waitress came over with an irritated "Is the rest of your party coming soon?" After another 5 minutes - they basically said very rudely "Where are they?" Meanwhile - there were still MANY empty tables (another table of 5 open) - I looked and there was nobody waiting. When the rest of the party arrived, the waitress came over immediately to announce the specials of the day before my brother's butt touch his seat! They're undercurrent was still hostile at best. The restaurant did not fill up until 30 minutes after our entire party arrived and no more than 2 people were waiting at a time to be seated the entire time we were there. I felt that the waitresses were rude and acted like it was some kind of sacred privilege to eat at Dmitris. To add insult to injury - the food was NOT the way I remembered it. The grilled octopus was dry and did not taste fresh. The rest of the dishes were okay-good but not spectacular. I feel that Dmitris is resting on its previous laurels. I read a few yelp reviews and many complained about the rude waitstaff. I will not patronized this establishment again and informed my Philly friends and family of the same. This is America and who wants to pay to eat at a snooty mediocre place?
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Anonymous
December 08, 2008
I love their Greek Salads and Steamed clams and I love sitting at the very small bar in front of the Cooks station. At the Cooks station I watch in anticipation for my meals. Dmitri's has a byo and cash only policy and it is such a small place. There's always a line of people waiting either for a table or a seat at the bar. You must experience this place once. -Al
read full reviewThe Details on Dmitri's
Know Before You Go:
Dmitri's doesn't take reservations, seats about 25 and can have up to a two-hour wait for a table.
The Extras:
Directly across the street is New Wave Cafe, where you can enjoy a local beer without worrying about missing your turn; the hostess knows where to find you.
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Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, B.Y.O.B., Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar
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Smoking Permitted:
No
