Mabu Kitchen

4.8

173 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary French

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2 people

Dec 1, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Great for brunch

BYOB French restaurant with a unique blend of Southern-inspired cuisine and bistro classics: think Confit Fried Chicken and Waffle, and Steak au Poivre. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, with antique mirrors lining the walls, candlelight, and warm and friendly service. We have seasonal outdoor seating along a lovely alleyway with potted blooms and bird serenades.

Located on historic Antique Row, this charming spot is a great place to meet for a special occasion, date-night, business meal, or a casual dinner with friends. This is a small family-owned business and everything is made to order. Grab your favorite bottle of wine and head to this hidden gem to experience a contemporary take on French cuisine.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Southern, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 10:00 am–1:15 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(215) 279-7590
Website
https://mabukitchenphilly.com/
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
AJ Sinawi
Private party facilities
We proudly offer private events in our beautiful and cozy space, for up to 26 guests. Past events include birthdays, anniversaries, showers, holiday gatherings, and business get-togethers. We offer a la carte dining as well as customized menus. Please contact us directly for details, 215-279-7590, or email us at mabukitchenmanager@outlook.com.

Location
1120 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-6209
Neighborhood
Center City
Cross street
Corner of Quince, between 11th and 12th streets.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch

What 173 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Philadelphia County
Best Value
Philadelphia County
Neighborhood gem
Philadelphia
Best Value
Philadelphia
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

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Mabu Kitchen is a charming neighborhood gem, praised for its "ultra-high quality French inspired comfort food" and "warm and welcoming" ambiance. Guests love the "delicious" dishes like chicken and waffles, ratatouille, and lemon tart. While the cozy space may cause some delays, "attentive" service makes every visit worthwhile.

173 Reviews

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Katherine
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was delicious and well valued. Highly recommend
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Margaret
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful fresh meals! We enjoyed the brick chicken and the pork chop! Outstanding service as well.
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Kenny
Fort Lauderdale
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the BEST burgers we've ever had!!! However, the fries need some work. They're good, but not elevated at all.
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Tom
Philadelphia
31 reviews
vip
3.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was great but we waited 45 minutes for our brunch order to come out and had to ask for our coffee to be served 25 minutes in. There was only one server for the place, and a large party of 12 that took up half the restaurant was seated right next to us. We felt forgotten much of the time. My latte was gone by the time my breakfast arrived, and I asked for a coffee refill and was told I would be charged for it, so I passed. Very nice people, very good food. Maybe the slow service and I attentiveness was an outlier...?
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Lakeisha
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My birthday brunch was impeccable. The setting is quite quaint and aesthetically pleasing with small details throughout. The biscuits and gravy, Dutch baby and shrimp and grits were flavorful and plentiful. Lastly, the customer service was genuinely attentive and helpful. I’m looking forward to returning in the near future.
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Elizabeth
Philadelphia
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed it thoroughly!! Lovely music and well prepared food. The chef really understood how to use herbs and spice. The octopus might be the best I ever had! Thank you, Mabu!
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Cristy
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow! Mabu did not disappoint in any category. I cannot wait to go back. The live music was absolutely charming!
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Tina
Philadelphia
49 reviews
vip
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our third time dining - 2nd time for brunch. The menu is rich with a range of options and the food is always executed to perfection. Service is friendly and the vibe is warm and relaxing. Excellent neighborhood gem.
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Melissa
Philadelphia
48 reviews
vip
4.0
48 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The atmosphere is lovely and food is good. Know that this is a small place which takes its table time limits seriously, and that you will be asked to leave after 90 minutes or so on the weekend.
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Stephen
Tampa
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second Sunday brunch at Mabu, it certainly will not be our last. The hostess and server, Julie, was as welcoming and efficient as last time. The French press coffee can’t be beat, with a large pot brought to your table, and you press it yourself, guaranteeing freshness. The menu is appetizing, and portions more than adequate. American standards, like biscuits and gravy, are given a European flair, as with mild Italian sausage added to the normal southern – styled gravy. The chicken and waffles, another American standard, was absolutely delicious, since the waffle was Belgian style, fluffier, and lighter and most. A small restaurant it fills up fast for brunch, so reservations are well advised.
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FAQs

Mabu Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 279-7590.

Mabu Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 173 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 1, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1120 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-6209

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Corner of Quince, between 11th and 12th streets.
Neighborhood
Center City
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 10:00 am–1:15 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French, Southern, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
AJ Sinawi
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch

Website
https://mabukitchenphilly.com/
Phone number
(215) 279-7590
Private party facilities
We proudly offer private events in our beautiful and cozy space, for up to 26 guests. Past events include birthdays, anniversaries, showers, holiday gatherings, and business get-togethers. We offer a la carte dining as well as customized menus. Please contact us directly for details, 215-279-7590, or email us at mabukitchenmanager@outlook.com.

Mabu Kitchen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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What 173 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Mabu Kitchen offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Mabu Kitchen currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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