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Ambrosia restaurant is located on the corner of 24th St and Locust St. It is a casual italian restaurant providing delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere. We are focused on homemade pastas and classic italian dishes made with the freshest and seasonal ingredients
Casual option offering homemade pasta and classic Italian dishes in a convivial atmosphere.
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Address: 231 S 24th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 703-2010
Website: https://www.ambrosiaphilly.com/
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Reviews
John Enright
Pleased to see they open at 4:30, I chose this place because of a train schedule. Also, the menu is just what I like.
I could tell that I surprised/confused the staff by entering at 4:45. They recovered quickly and seated me courteously. I was seated in a greenhouse room (glass wall and roof) which was cold. Later, someone turned on a ceiling-mounted heater. The temperature went from 66 to 70F in about 20 minutes. (Thermometer on the wall.)
There were dried-out Christmas decorations all around me; on March 2nd. (See pic)
The Brussels sprouts were as good as everyone says: their appearance, their flavor, and their texture.
The server, Emi, and the cooks accommodated my special request. I was very happy to try the crispy gnocchi. Their texture, inside and out, was perfection. I could tell they were made in house.
The restrooms (down stairs) were spotlessly clean, but the (non-slip?) rugs on the stairs could use a good cleaning.
… moreI could tell that I surprised/confused the staff by entering at 4:45. They recovered quickly and seated me courteously. I was seated in a greenhouse room (glass wall and roof) which was cold. Later, someone turned on a ceiling-mounted heater. The temperature went from 66 to 70F in about 20 minutes. (Thermometer on the wall.)
There were dried-out Christmas decorations all around me; on March 2nd. (See pic)
The Brussels sprouts were as good as everyone says: their appearance, their flavor, and their texture.
The server, Emi, and the cooks accommodated my special request. I was very happy to try the crispy gnocchi. Their texture, inside and out, was perfection. I could tell they were made in house.
The restrooms (down stairs) were spotlessly clean, but the (non-slip?) rugs on the stairs could use a good cleaning.
A K
Beautiful place. Very good food. Had the octopus to start and it was flavorful and delicious. The veal just seemed like a pork loin cut to me but it was still good. Then finished the meal off with some dessert. Tiramisu was great and fluffy with real espresso not Kahlua. All the staff were very kind. Thank you all for making my first experience very enjoyable.
… moreLillian C
Fantastic food, met if not exceeded expectations. I visited during restaurant week 2026 and generally speaking I am not RW person because most of the time it’s not a deal and most of the menus available are mediocre. Not the case at ambrosia – if I lived closer I would be compelled to visit almost every day of the week to try the whole menu.
3/3 dishes met if not exceeded expectations, not just as its price point. I’ve had ambrosia bookmarked for the beef carpaccio alone and it had the flavors I was looking for. If I had to give one point of improvement, I think it would benefit from a small drizzle of olive oil, but frankly it was good without. The chicken Milanese is easily within top 5 of this city; the salad was a heavy handed on the dressing (saturated, heavy leaves, not a bit of green exposed), but it was delicious nevertheless. I think a slice of lemon or other acid would have helped brighten the dish up and added a touch more interest.
Last but not least, I was pleasantly surprised by the pistachio pannacotta. Well balanced pistachio flavor (both real and extract), perfect temperature and texture, and the tart compote was the perfect complement to the pannacotta – not just a smudge on the plate for garish. There is something about a dessert with extracts and colorants that scratches an itch that most viral, hyped restaurants cannot. When done with an exacting hand, it feels refreshing and absolutely nostalgic, not unlike milk bar and their unabashed love of clear imitation vanilla.
This is a bustling spot with lots of tables and lots of waitstaff. Service was rather touch and go which is understandable with restaurant week. The pacing between courses was reasonable. The ambience is dated but still cute nevertheless. The weirdest part was that there’s no music so you just hear the subdued murmur of restaurant chatter. Absolutely will return sooner than later.
… more3/3 dishes met if not exceeded expectations, not just as its price point. I’ve had ambrosia bookmarked for the beef carpaccio alone and it had the flavors I was looking for. If I had to give one point of improvement, I think it would benefit from a small drizzle of olive oil, but frankly it was good without. The chicken Milanese is easily within top 5 of this city; the salad was a heavy handed on the dressing (saturated, heavy leaves, not a bit of green exposed), but it was delicious nevertheless. I think a slice of lemon or other acid would have helped brighten the dish up and added a touch more interest.
Last but not least, I was pleasantly surprised by the pistachio pannacotta. Well balanced pistachio flavor (both real and extract), perfect temperature and texture, and the tart compote was the perfect complement to the pannacotta – not just a smudge on the plate for garish. There is something about a dessert with extracts and colorants that scratches an itch that most viral, hyped restaurants cannot. When done with an exacting hand, it feels refreshing and absolutely nostalgic, not unlike milk bar and their unabashed love of clear imitation vanilla.
This is a bustling spot with lots of tables and lots of waitstaff. Service was rather touch and go which is understandable with restaurant week. The pacing between courses was reasonable. The ambience is dated but still cute nevertheless. The weirdest part was that there’s no music so you just hear the subdued murmur of restaurant chatter. Absolutely will return sooner than later.
Adidi
Such a wonderful experience! The calamari was light and crispy, the octopus was tender and full of flavor, and the branzino was the highlight, fresh and cooked perfectly. Everything tasted so good without being overcomplicated. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere made the whole evening really enjoyable. Definitely a place I’d love to come back to.
… moreAiken Trips
Ambrosia was the ideal choice for a celebration, and it exceeded every expectation. We came as a group of 10, and the restaurant handled our large party beautifully!
The highlight of the evening was the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Being able to bring our own wine made the night feel personal and stress-free, and it set the tone for a wonderful evening filled with great conversation and plenty of laughs.
There’s something nice about a place that lets you settle in, forget about the time, and truly enjoy the company you’re with.
And then there’s the food, absolutely delicious. Every dish delivered, and the quality really elevated the whole experience.
If you’re looking for a restaurant that can accommodate a big group without losing that warm, intimate feel, Ambrosia is it. We’ll definitely be back for our next celebration!
… moreThe highlight of the evening was the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Being able to bring our own wine made the night feel personal and stress-free, and it set the tone for a wonderful evening filled with great conversation and plenty of laughs.
There’s something nice about a place that lets you settle in, forget about the time, and truly enjoy the company you’re with.
And then there’s the food, absolutely delicious. Every dish delivered, and the quality really elevated the whole experience.
If you’re looking for a restaurant that can accommodate a big group without losing that warm, intimate feel, Ambrosia is it. We’ll definitely be back for our next celebration!
Serena
My sister and I came here on my mom’s birthday to celebrate her life and remember her (she passed away a few years ago). We were in a reflective mood, determined to be even kinder than usual to the people around us.
So when two hostesses at the front desk had an attitude, we decided to be understanding. They’re on their feet and barely sheltered from the cold.
We were then delivered into the arms of a waitress named Christina. She forces out a terse smile before scolding the soup of the day at us. She paused to shoot a judgemental look towards my sister who was placing her tote bag down. I for the record, am not a student, but my sister is, and perhaps Christina assumed the worst about us because of this. Or perhaps it was something else about us, but I did feel we were treated differently than the tables next to us.
While ordering, I was trying to decide between two dishes and asked our waitress for what she’d recommend between those two. She looks at me like I’m stupid, and then proceeds to tell me that the fish and pork are, and I quote, “very different” before regurgitating the menu that I’d already read.
The food was decent enough, but there wasn’t a single dish I loved. The beef carpaccio had too much salt and the calamari was bland – Id also like to meet the oerson who thought adding beans to calamari was a good idea. The branzino comprised of a mishmash of components that, while individually good, did not belong together.My dessert plate also had a large chip of ceramic missing.
The experience was so unpleasant that we left as soon as possible. Our waitress looked genuinely joyful once we got up to leave the restaurant. I felt a little sorry for her because I know waitressing is a tiring job. I just wish there was some of that cheerfulness while serving us, especially given the price we were paying.
The only good thing about coming here was the pistachio panna cotta and the staff clearing our plates in between courses – they were very sweet.
… moreSo when two hostesses at the front desk had an attitude, we decided to be understanding. They’re on their feet and barely sheltered from the cold.
We were then delivered into the arms of a waitress named Christina. She forces out a terse smile before scolding the soup of the day at us. She paused to shoot a judgemental look towards my sister who was placing her tote bag down. I for the record, am not a student, but my sister is, and perhaps Christina assumed the worst about us because of this. Or perhaps it was something else about us, but I did feel we were treated differently than the tables next to us.
While ordering, I was trying to decide between two dishes and asked our waitress for what she’d recommend between those two. She looks at me like I’m stupid, and then proceeds to tell me that the fish and pork are, and I quote, “very different” before regurgitating the menu that I’d already read.
The food was decent enough, but there wasn’t a single dish I loved. The beef carpaccio had too much salt and the calamari was bland – Id also like to meet the oerson who thought adding beans to calamari was a good idea. The branzino comprised of a mishmash of components that, while individually good, did not belong together.My dessert plate also had a large chip of ceramic missing.
The experience was so unpleasant that we left as soon as possible. Our waitress looked genuinely joyful once we got up to leave the restaurant. I felt a little sorry for her because I know waitressing is a tiring job. I just wish there was some of that cheerfulness while serving us, especially given the price we were paying.
The only good thing about coming here was the pistachio panna cotta and the staff clearing our plates in between courses – they were very sweet.
Jeff Bredt
After having dined here once before, The Missus (bless ‘er) and The Kid insisted that I, too, should experience Ambrosia.
It was a darn good thing that The Missus (bless ‘er) had the foresight to make a Friday night reservation for three people at 7:30 a week in advance. When we arrived slightly early, the place was packed- inside and out. We waited briefly before being seated inside.
Our server and busser were extremely personable and efficient. The server even had the kindness to laugh at one of my more pathetic “dad” jokes, raising them even higher in my esteem.
The specials were presented, our wine was opened (a delicious Primativo from San Maranzano that we brought along), bottled water delivered, and order taken.
Fresh focaccia arrived with an unsual, but delicious and unidentifiable dipping sauce. We had decided to share three appetizers: gazpacho with crab, grilled octopus and carpaccio.
The gazbacho was refreshing and tasty, enhanced by the sweet, sweet crab meat. The grilled octopus was, quite frankly, the best we’d ever had- and I always order octopus if it is on a menu. The flesh was tender with just a hint of char to give some complexity. The single arm was presented on a bed of salsa verde with fingerling spuds and chorizo sausage. A very pleasant combination. The Kid especially enjoyed the Primativo with it.
The Kid chose the evening’s special of braised lamb neck. A big portion that brought no end of joy to The Kid’s lust for lamb.
The Missus (bless ‘er) opted for soft-shell crab spaghettini with fava beans. Delicious. I myself had the duck (but got stuck with the bill) breast on a bed of pureed sweet potato, roasted beets and apricots. Unexpectedly, the sweet flavors of the potato, beet and apricot paired very nicely with the duck breast.
Lastly for dessert, I went with a roasted peach with ice cream (simple, but good), and The Kid had the chocolate mousse cake. They said it was the best they had ever had.
Overall, this was a lively, delicious, and exciting experience:the food was excellent; the service professional; the ambience loud, but not overpowering. People were eating, talking and enjoying themselves in every part of the house.
And that’s what it’s all about, isn’t it?
… moreIt was a darn good thing that The Missus (bless ‘er) had the foresight to make a Friday night reservation for three people at 7:30 a week in advance. When we arrived slightly early, the place was packed- inside and out. We waited briefly before being seated inside.
Our server and busser were extremely personable and efficient. The server even had the kindness to laugh at one of my more pathetic “dad” jokes, raising them even higher in my esteem.
The specials were presented, our wine was opened (a delicious Primativo from San Maranzano that we brought along), bottled water delivered, and order taken.
Fresh focaccia arrived with an unsual, but delicious and unidentifiable dipping sauce. We had decided to share three appetizers: gazpacho with crab, grilled octopus and carpaccio.
The gazbacho was refreshing and tasty, enhanced by the sweet, sweet crab meat. The grilled octopus was, quite frankly, the best we’d ever had- and I always order octopus if it is on a menu. The flesh was tender with just a hint of char to give some complexity. The single arm was presented on a bed of salsa verde with fingerling spuds and chorizo sausage. A very pleasant combination. The Kid especially enjoyed the Primativo with it.
The Kid chose the evening’s special of braised lamb neck. A big portion that brought no end of joy to The Kid’s lust for lamb.
The Missus (bless ‘er) opted for soft-shell crab spaghettini with fava beans. Delicious. I myself had the duck (but got stuck with the bill) breast on a bed of pureed sweet potato, roasted beets and apricots. Unexpectedly, the sweet flavors of the potato, beet and apricot paired very nicely with the duck breast.
Lastly for dessert, I went with a roasted peach with ice cream (simple, but good), and The Kid had the chocolate mousse cake. They said it was the best they had ever had.
Overall, this was a lively, delicious, and exciting experience:the food was excellent; the service professional; the ambience loud, but not overpowering. People were eating, talking and enjoying themselves in every part of the house.
And that’s what it’s all about, isn’t it?
Lethycia Sanchez
I had a great experience here. Great food, good drinks and a cozy environment.
… moreKinjal S
This place is amazing. Our waiter was awesome. Plenty of vegetarian options which I love. The ambiance is great. Def make reservations, we got lucky but it got packed when we left. The back patio looked so cute! I got the mafaldine pasta and my friend got the salmon. She loved the salmon and I loved my pasta. The focaccia was so good and it comes with oil. We also got the Brussels sprouts. Best thing ever. Will definitely be back.
… moreAnna Spadaro
Great Italian BYOB! All house made pasta, very fresh. They give free bread as a starter, AND it was a delicious focaccia. Would highly recommend the burrata or Brussel sprouts for a starter, both were excellent. I got the mafaldine, which was very good. The rest of the group enjoyed their pasta as well. They have a nice space, with covered outdoor seating, 2 indoor dining rooms (and i believe an upstairs as well) and a covered indoor greenhouse room. Staff all very friendly, attentive and helpful with recommendations. Will 1000% be back!
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