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Porcini
- Italian
- Philadelphia, PA
About this business
Porcini – Philadelphia is a small BYOB style Italian restaurant in the Philadelphia Metropolitan and Center City areas. The restaurant is housed in around 1840's coach home, they serve creative Italian cuisine and fresh made pasta. Some of the highlights from their wide menu are the top cut veal medallions in lemon caper white wine sauce and chicken breast medallions layered with thin prosciutto. The historical Sansom Street is just a few doors away. So while enjoying your visit there, drop in and savor the delicacies ... read more
Location details
2048 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | |
| Tue | 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | |
| Wed | 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | |
| Thu | 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | |
| Fri | 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Sun | Closed |
Horrendous – Porcini delivered the most appalling service I have ever experienced, with rude staff & management. The menu was limited & unimaginative. All of this is packaged in a cramped, uncomfortable space. I would not reccommend Porcini to my worst enemy.
Fresh but unimaginative – Great warm and cozy atmosphere. However, the menu is somewhat 'typical' as in the bruscetta, insalata, pollos etc. Not much meat or seafood selections. I do think the food is very fresh and light - which is necessary in this city.
Amazed & Offended – I had the most surreal and offensive restaraunt experience at Porcini. After equestin 2 appetizers for dinner, the waiter refused. I expressed my dissatisfaction, then ordered an entree. Another waiter followed up with a combative response defending the policy. After saying that I did not wish to discuss the matter, we were asked to leave. I am a small girl who is often asked to speak up, and never would have imagined that I would ever be thrown out or a bar or restaraunt. We happily picked up our bottle ... read more
Disappointing – We were promised a table after a 40 minute wait. 80+ minutes later we were seated by a fresh owner. 10 minutes later we were offered water. The menu is unimaginative--pasta and poultry except for specials--and the food is average. This was my first trip back in three years and it reminded my why I had not been back sooner--too loud, boring food, poor service, long wait. Bisto la Baia and Bistro la Viola, both of which take reservations have far superior menus and service.
Great group spot – We rented out the second floor for our rehearsal dinner, and LOVED it. The owner worked with us to serve a great, relaxing meal with lots of shared plates that was a great way to kick off our marriage. We go back for all our special occasions, and the owner is always sweet and attentive. I can't say enough good things about Porcini.
Great food, crowded – this is a great place, especially on an off-night. The place is so crowded, you feel like you are sitting on the next table's lap.
Crazy owners - take 2 – I was with a group of 24 people at Porcini's last week. We rented the entire second floor to celebrate a friend's birthday. The owner and his brother were very helpful in setting it up, helping pour drinks, etc. However, it got interesting... Our group was having a great time and switched seating after the appetizer in order to allow everyone to meet each other. The owner came out with the entrees and freaked out. When one of the ladies in our party told him not to worry, that we'd hand the dishes to ... read more
Delicious but cramped dining experience – Honestly, this tiny restaurant is the size of my old dorm room, But that doesn't change the fact the food prepared here is wonderful. While my girlfriend appreciated the numerous vegetarian/non-red-meat choices on the menu, I (a devout carnivore) dissappointedly chose the chicken pomodoro. My dissappointment over the lack of red meat on the menu was uncalled for, as it turned out. The chicken breasts were perfectly cooked and the exotic mushrooms added a unique flavor to the dish. Al... read more
Great Neighborhood Restaurant – My husband and I go to Porcini for every special event - it is our favorite Italian restaurant. I have never found the owner to be anything less than professional, charming, and engaging. He sets the tone for a great dining experience. We have moved to the NJ suburbs and we continue to go to Porcini whenever we want a meal we are guaranteed to enjoy.
Frequently asked questions about Porcini
How is Porcini rated?
Porcini has a 4.3 star rating with 413 reviews.
When is Porcini open?
Porcini is closed now. It will open at 5:00 p.m.
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