

A boutique steakhouse for the 21st century, Barclay Prime provides a sleek and sexy space for world-class cuisine. Taking cues from a European library, with bright banquettes, marble surfaces and crystal chandeliers, the dining room is a chic but comfortable setting perfect for any experience. And the sophistication doesn’t stop at the decor. A smart revamp of the conventional steakhouse, the menu is built around subtle twists that never skimp on luxury. Meat and seafood programs unmatched in quality jive with highly personalized touches, like the curated selection of steak knives presented to diners prior to their entrees. No high-minded rules or stuffy service here — just contemporary fine dining with a distinct twist.
High-end steakhouse & lounge from chef Stephen Starr in a contemporary library setting.
Hours
| Sunday | 5–10 PM |
| Monday | 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 5–11 PM |
| Saturday | 5–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 237 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 732-7560
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Reviews
The steak was the star of the show. It was evenly cooked, even on the ends, had a perfect char, and we ordered medium rare and blood didn’t spew out – so they let it rest properly. Also, the presentation is great – the waiter gave us a choice of 5 different steak knives to choose from and he explained each one with detail.
The tater tots are not traditional with a crispy outside. They were more of a mashed tot and we were pleasantly surprised. Mushrooms were great as well – good variety and well seasoned. We ended with the pavlova for dessert.
We also loved the popover service. Fluffy and crispy with a nice sprinkling of cheese on top.
Also, service was amazing. Our waiter was friendly, energetic, and very knowledgeable, which made the experience great.
The one piece of feedback I have would be to up their cocktail game. My bf had an old fashioned and it was p weak (as in not much alcohol) and they used the smaller ice cubes (which prob made it taste weak). I liked my drink though (smoke gets in your rye) but it’s not for everyone’s it’s pretty alcohol forward. Feel like most steakhouses have a cocktail they do really well and I just didn’t see that distinctiveness here.
We started with shrimp cocktails, crab cakes, and broiled bone marrow, all of which were outstanding. For mains, our group ordered a variety ranging from salads to Chilean sea bass, filet mignons, and American Wagyu, and every dish was cooked perfectly and full of flavor.
The sides were just as impressive: truffle mac and cheese, sautéed spinach, whipped potatoes, and glazed Brussels sprouts—each one delicious and meant to be shared.
What truly elevated the experience was our server, Matthew. He was attentive, friendly, and professional. We never had to ask for water, and he always checked in about drinks before our glasses were empty.
Overall, Barclay Prime delivered an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for special occasions or a splurge-worthy night out. Highly recommend.
Our server Glenn was fantastic. The food was excellent. We were given freshly baked popovers, which was amazing. We all asked for a 2nd refill. I had the scallops appetizer and the American Wagyu filet mignon (medium). We ordered sides: brussel sprouts, broccolini, whipped potatoes, and spinach, which were all delicious.
It is on the more expensive side but I would definitely come back.
Service was really bad… our server was short and snappy. TOO familiar!
Steak was good. Bone in Ribeye was not good, Ribeye and Ribeye cap was tasty…. Whatever you do, DO NOT have them pre-slice it for you. You will not get the full steak. We compared our “sliced” ribeye with the Table next to us and ours was 3/4 the size of theirs…