Amada is Chef José Garces’ iconic first restaurant, located in the heart of Philadelphia, PA. Known for its rustic-chic atmosphere and authentic Spanish cuisine, Amada has been a beloved destination since opening in 2005. Whether you’re craving paella, patatas bravas, charcuteria, grilled meats, or seafood, Amada offers a welcoming spot for brunch, lunch, dinner, or special occasions. With its spacious dining rooms, lively bar inspired by a traditional Spanish bodega, and a chef’s counter overlooking the open kitchen, Amada combines vibrant flavors with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Visit Amada in Philadelphia, PA, and experience the bold tastes and timeless traditions of Spain brought to life by Chef José Garces.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 217-219 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: (215) 625-2450
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Amada is Chef Garces’ iconic first restaurant. Since opening in 2005, the gorgeous rustic-chic restaurant and bar has embraced the rich traditions of Spanish …
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Iconic Spanish Tapas by Chef Jose Garces, served in Philadelphia’s historic Old City.
Reviews
Rocco
Got to finally check out Amada for Brunch. Was pleasantly surprised. Jenn who greeted us gave great recommendations. By far one of the best Espresso Martinis I have had in the city. Food packs flavor and great value. Try the Bacon Wrap Dates!
… moreAleksei S
Good cocktails,delicious seafood tapas
We visited again spontaneously yesterday. The tapas were great as always, and the cocktails too! We tried a couple of new dishes: peppers and a dessert! Both were excellent!
… moreWe visited again spontaneously yesterday. The tapas were great as always, and the cocktails too! We tried a couple of new dishes: peppers and a dessert! Both were excellent!
Derek Paradise
Amada Philadelphia delivered an outstanding dining experience from start to finish. The cocktails were crafted perfectly—balanced, flavorful, and a great start to the night. The salad was fresh and packed with flavor, and the paella was truly exceptional, with rich seasoning and perfectly cooked ingredients. The service and atmosphere made the meal even better. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a top-tier dining spot in the city.
… moreJerm
Great restaurant to experience some amazing tapas! We went during restaurant week and with 2 people, we got 8 tapas each and 2 desserts. Great place, amazing server, will be back!
… moreChristopher Guarin
Made a reservation for our Post-Philly Half-Marathon Celebration Dinner. We were delighted to try a little bit of everything, as we were extremely hungry and in the mood for delicious things. We would definitely highly recommend trying everything on the menu!
Drinks: Passionfruit Sanfmgria! Refreshing and tasty!
El Gran Mixto: chef’s collection of charcuterie items. Phenomenal!
TAPAS
Dátiles: bacon-wrapped dates, almonds, blue cheese. One of our favs!
Mejillones: sautéed Mussels, fennel, cherry tomatoes, white wine. Absolutely amazing!
Bruselas Catalana: Brussels sprouts, green apples, pine nuts, Valedeón fondue. Perfection!
Croquetas de Jamón: Serrano Ham Croquettes. Tasty bites!
Tortilla Española: potato & onion omelette. Delicate delight!
Coca de Costillas: short rib flatbread, horseradish, bacon marmalade, parmesan. Yummy crispiness!
Albóngdigas: lamb meatballs, manchego, sherry & foie gras cream. Toothsome!
Setas: Wild Mushrooms, truffle, Lemon. Great bite!
Chorizo Bilbao: paprika & garlic sausage. Flavorful!
Pinchos Morunos: Andalusian marinated beef skewers, charred lemon. Yummy!
Entrecôte: 5oz Wagyu skirt steak with chervil chimicurri. Soo good!
DESSERT
Panache de Chocolate: chocolate ganache, Arbequina olive oil, chocolate wafers, Hazelnut, cherries. Perfect end to our celebration!
… moreDrinks: Passionfruit Sanfmgria! Refreshing and tasty!
El Gran Mixto: chef’s collection of charcuterie items. Phenomenal!
TAPAS
Dátiles: bacon-wrapped dates, almonds, blue cheese. One of our favs!
Mejillones: sautéed Mussels, fennel, cherry tomatoes, white wine. Absolutely amazing!
Bruselas Catalana: Brussels sprouts, green apples, pine nuts, Valedeón fondue. Perfection!
Croquetas de Jamón: Serrano Ham Croquettes. Tasty bites!
Tortilla Española: potato & onion omelette. Delicate delight!
Coca de Costillas: short rib flatbread, horseradish, bacon marmalade, parmesan. Yummy crispiness!
Albóngdigas: lamb meatballs, manchego, sherry & foie gras cream. Toothsome!
Setas: Wild Mushrooms, truffle, Lemon. Great bite!
Chorizo Bilbao: paprika & garlic sausage. Flavorful!
Pinchos Morunos: Andalusian marinated beef skewers, charred lemon. Yummy!
Entrecôte: 5oz Wagyu skirt steak with chervil chimicurri. Soo good!
DESSERT
Panache de Chocolate: chocolate ganache, Arbequina olive oil, chocolate wafers, Hazelnut, cherries. Perfect end to our celebration!
Abby Donnenfeld
I had an amazing night dining here with one of my girl friends! Our server Bryan was fantastic— he gave us great recommendations and made sure our experience was perfect. We had the seafood paella and we loved it so much we want to go back for it again. Can’t recommend this restaurant enough!
… moreMatthew Falance
One of if not my favorite restaurant in Philadelphia. Excellent wine list! Wonderful Happy Hour. The Cheese And Charcuterie is top notch and I love the Albóndigas. You can’t go wrong dining here whether at the bar or a table.
… moreJamayrra Velez
Hosted a bridal shower here recently, and had such a wonderful experience. From the very moment I walked in the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The general manager came over right away and introduced herself and made me feel welcomed. There’s a beautiful private room in the back which is perfect for hosting small gatherings. The food was amazing and the restaurant is very spacious and beautiful. Our waitress Molly was outstanding 10/10 service. Would definitely host here again or just for an intimate dinner!
… moreCarol McIntosh
Had girls afternoon out at Amada on a winter Saturday afternoon, and it was delightful. We had an early dinner reservation, so the restaurant was not too busy when we arrived. We were seated in the rear dining area and it was cozy and really comfortable for our group of 4 to relax and chat over the meal. We ordered the Iron Chef Tapas Tour and it was delicious. Courses came out hot and everything was well seasoned with good flavors. Service was excellent (Thank you Alex!). Everyone in our group enjoyed the afternoon. Would definitely dine here again.
… moreTara Drummond
️So my daughter and I are always exploring different cultural restaurants. Well let me tell you about Amada here in PHILLY on 2nd and Chestnut. Now you know I’m a picky eater. BAYBEE THE CUISINES at AMADA IS SOOOO DELICIOUS and cooked to perfection like all the flavors burst into greatness while chewing. Nothing was off everything down to the syrup was authentic. I started off with the garlic shrimp SUPERB. My daughter had their pancakes which is now her favorite and their breakfast hash entree WOE, now this is a smack ya mama place cause I even dreamt about their lamb meatballs garnished to perfection . The atmosphere gave great vibes I mean the energy was giving come back soon. The drinks were made just right very well balanced flavors. If you’re looking for an authentic Spanish restaurant AMADA is the place to be . I know I’m going back very soon ♀️
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