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Melograno was established in 2003 by Chef Gianluca Demontis & Rosemarie Tran. The couple met in Rome when Rose was studying abroad. When Luca relocated to Philadelphia they wanted to represent his roots. Opening a small restaurant on 22nd & Spruce, eventually relocating to 2012 Sansom Street. Gianluca represents the paast and the present cuisine of Rome, with a touch of Tuscany, where they are traveled extensively. We are here to share our experiences about food, customer relationships and most importantly service with you.
Italian BYOB offering a Rome-born chef’s rustic fare in a compact, open-kitchen space.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2012 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 875-8116
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Reservations: opentable.com
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Reviews
Andr B
Service was superb, waitress and host were super nice and friendly. Went over the menu with us and did a great job with serving the food. Loved their pasta and tiramisu. Great place to visit!
… moreGreg Mitchell
Most of the dishes were great, but my cacio pepe was only so so. More bread would have been good as well.
… moreBrandon Fry
Melograno was a very pleasant and enjoyable Italian BYOB that I can best summarize as “nothing wrong with it but not impressive enough to return”. While I liked the rustic Roman-inspired interior and the friendly staff, most of the food was simply fine and not especially remarkable.
For a starter we ordered the gnocchi croquettes that embodied my feelings mentioned above; they were fluffy and pleasant but didn’t leave too much of an impression, and they did feel a bit pricey for how small they were. The highlight of all the food was my pasta dish the “granchio”, with crab, cherry tomatoes, bread crumbs, and a lemon cream sauce. It’s probably the one thing we had that I would go out of my way to recommend as the flavors and textures were great, even if the cream sauce was a little thick bordering on coagulated. My wife’s duck ragu on the other hand was much less compelling. The pasta was too soft leading to a mushy feeling dish, and the flavors were fine but didn’t impress.
Finally, desserts were par for the course. I ordered the daily special which was a caramel panna cotta (I think?) with whipped cream and blueberries which was ok, but tasted quite eggy which was unexpected. My wife had the tiramisu which was a generous portion and enjoyable enough, but also nothing special.
I would certainly not dissuade anyone from trying Melograno, as it provided a very acceptably nice evening and it’s a BYO which you can’t complain about. Maybe some of the other dishes are more impressive that will have people coming back. For me however, it didn’t do enough to justify a return when there are many similar restaurants in the area.
… moreFor a starter we ordered the gnocchi croquettes that embodied my feelings mentioned above; they were fluffy and pleasant but didn’t leave too much of an impression, and they did feel a bit pricey for how small they were. The highlight of all the food was my pasta dish the “granchio”, with crab, cherry tomatoes, bread crumbs, and a lemon cream sauce. It’s probably the one thing we had that I would go out of my way to recommend as the flavors and textures were great, even if the cream sauce was a little thick bordering on coagulated. My wife’s duck ragu on the other hand was much less compelling. The pasta was too soft leading to a mushy feeling dish, and the flavors were fine but didn’t impress.
Finally, desserts were par for the course. I ordered the daily special which was a caramel panna cotta (I think?) with whipped cream and blueberries which was ok, but tasted quite eggy which was unexpected. My wife had the tiramisu which was a generous portion and enjoyable enough, but also nothing special.
I would certainly not dissuade anyone from trying Melograno, as it provided a very acceptably nice evening and it’s a BYO which you can’t complain about. Maybe some of the other dishes are more impressive that will have people coming back. For me however, it didn’t do enough to justify a return when there are many similar restaurants in the area.
Riley Joslin
The food was incredible and fresh. We had an early reservation and the food came out so quick. Service was impeccable and everything is made in house. The cacio e pepe and tiramisu were my personal favorites. Cozy vibe with candles and romantic lighting. Will definitely be back!
… moreTratra C
We visited on a early Saturday night during the long weekend and had a wonderful experience. The staff here are incredibly kind, professional, and welcoming. The mushroom pasta was bursting with flavor and had an amazing aroma. We also loved the unique appetizer, which was a delightful surprise and set the tone for a fantastic meal.
… moreBridget DiCarlo
***DISCLAIMER THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH OUR SERVER/WAIT STAFF***
My group had a really disappointing experience here. We were dining for about an hour and twenty minutes and our server was perfect! She told us to take our time which we greatly appreciated.
Unfortunately, the manager had a very different attitude. A group waiting near the entrance kept eyeing our table, and we later realized the manager had promised it to them. The moment we finished our dessert — after also ordering four entrées. He came over and abruptly told us we needed to leave because he had people waiting.
It felt rushed, uncomfortable, and completely unprofessional. If there’s a time limit, just say so upfront. Being told to “stay as long as you want” by a server and then pushed out by management is not how a restaurant should treat paying customers. We ended up spending a total of an hour and 25 minutes there when we all have spent way longer at other restaurants. We won’t be returning.
… moreMy group had a really disappointing experience here. We were dining for about an hour and twenty minutes and our server was perfect! She told us to take our time which we greatly appreciated.
Unfortunately, the manager had a very different attitude. A group waiting near the entrance kept eyeing our table, and we later realized the manager had promised it to them. The moment we finished our dessert — after also ordering four entrées. He came over and abruptly told us we needed to leave because he had people waiting.
It felt rushed, uncomfortable, and completely unprofessional. If there’s a time limit, just say so upfront. Being told to “stay as long as you want” by a server and then pushed out by management is not how a restaurant should treat paying customers. We ended up spending a total of an hour and 25 minutes there when we all have spent way longer at other restaurants. We won’t be returning.
Jarret Sonoga
We came to Melograno on a whim for dinner and will definitely be going back, this time hungrier so we can experience more of their authentic Italian food.
Atmosphere – we were seated near the window a bit far from the action, which gave us the perfect balance of getting a cozy, personal feeling while also being able to listen to the rest of the crowd (which included some older couples speaking Italian, always a good sign). It never got too loud, just a comfortable noise. The decor is simple, and you can see into the kitchen as you eat. No need to overdress here either, nice but casual should fit right in.
Service – our server was great, food came pretty fast a fresh and we were never left wanting. Manager came around to each table to check on everything as well, which is always appreciated.
Food – the menu is classic Italian with your apps, pasta entree, main course, and dessert. We only did an app and pastas, which were delicious. Can’t remember if the pasta is homemade, but it was high quality regardless and we both had rich sauces to go along with it.
They also had 4 off menu specials, so while the menu might seem small there are further options.
Drinks – BYOB
Price – on par with what you’d expect in Rittenhouse, think around $10-$12 per app and around $25 per entree. Price felt fair and the quality of the food certainly met expectations.
Italian and pasta fans should definitely check it out. Great place to go if you want a low-key night out and don’t feel like getting up charged for your drinks. Good for a date night or a small group.
… moreAtmosphere – we were seated near the window a bit far from the action, which gave us the perfect balance of getting a cozy, personal feeling while also being able to listen to the rest of the crowd (which included some older couples speaking Italian, always a good sign). It never got too loud, just a comfortable noise. The decor is simple, and you can see into the kitchen as you eat. No need to overdress here either, nice but casual should fit right in.
Service – our server was great, food came pretty fast a fresh and we were never left wanting. Manager came around to each table to check on everything as well, which is always appreciated.
Food – the menu is classic Italian with your apps, pasta entree, main course, and dessert. We only did an app and pastas, which were delicious. Can’t remember if the pasta is homemade, but it was high quality regardless and we both had rich sauces to go along with it.
They also had 4 off menu specials, so while the menu might seem small there are further options.
Drinks – BYOB
Price – on par with what you’d expect in Rittenhouse, think around $10-$12 per app and around $25 per entree. Price felt fair and the quality of the food certainly met expectations.
Italian and pasta fans should definitely check it out. Great place to go if you want a low-key night out and don’t feel like getting up charged for your drinks. Good for a date night or a small group.
Nick Hoban
We have been to Melograno close to about 10x now. The pasta is spectacular and will blow you away. Every time we go we are always blown away by the quality of ingredients and service provided. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The seating is mostly close and intimate which brings a great vibe to this type of restaurant. When we travel in Philadelphia for events this is always are go to spot for a nice high quality dinner. I would highly recommend anyone to check them out for a wonderful night out to eat. They are a thumbs up in my book and will absolutely be back soon!
… moreJo
Delicious burrata and tiramisu were fabulous. Our server Amanda was perfectly accommodating. Well done
… moreDana
We were fortunate to seated on a busy Friday night. They brought out bread with olive oil, which is always my favorite. The service is exceptionally welcoming. For appetizers, we chose burrata, and our main courses included Amatriciana and the night’s special – black fettuccine with shrimps. The evening concluded with tiramisu.
The place is BYOB, so bring your favorite wine and enjoy the atmosphere and the food.
I enjoyed everything, although I found the tiramisu a bit too creamy for my taste with addition of chocolate chips. I prefer the classic recipe.
… moreThe place is BYOB, so bring your favorite wine and enjoy the atmosphere and the food.
I enjoyed everything, although I found the tiramisu a bit too creamy for my taste with addition of chocolate chips. I prefer the classic recipe.