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The Love, Philadelphia, PA

The Love

4.9
4.9
7595 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 189 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Aimee Olexy and Stephen Starr's The Love is a bi-level sanctuary features 150 seats, split between the main dining room, sidewalk seating, and an upper-level loft. The restaurant is a spirited and carefree neighborhood café celebrating everyday American cuisine. The menu is crafted around what’s truly seasonal and local, while the beverage program reflects the best of the region. This creative energy is matched by a front-of-house service staff passionate about providing homey hospitality morning, noon and night.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Charles Parker
  • Neighborhood
    Rittenhouse Square
  • Cross street
    Sansom
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 7,595 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Most Booked

  • Philadelphia

    American

  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Love delights guests with "top-notch food and service" in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about "amazing" dishes like fried chicken, lemon risotto, and shrimp and scallop pasta. The restaurant boasts attentive staff and a "perfect date night ambiance." Despite its lively setting, it remains a "favorite" for many.
7,595 Reviews
  1. Terry VIP

    Minneapolis7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Eclectic menu but prepared very well. Very nice inside but a bit noisy. Excellent service w the manager checking in all the tables

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  2. Joy

    Orlando6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Love hit it out of the park again! I went for brunch. There is music playing and it’s just loud enough for you to hear it yet low enough that you forget it’s playing if not paying attention. The playlist is great (if you’re paying attention). The place - inside and out - was packed, therefore the chatter was a little high. My friends and I shared the Baby Biscuits. This three-bite appetizer has a wonderfully tan and crumbly outside and a perfect blend of pillow and flake on the inside. The peach jam was so good they should bottle it. The Posh breakfast is an elevated basic american breakfast. The truffle scrambled eggs were delish, the crispy potatoes were far superior to the usual home fries, and the sautéed spinach was addictive. One person ordered the chocolate sundae and raved so much we all tried it. I’m definitely ordering the next time. There was something to excite everyone’s bite. The cremeux was perfection in taste and texture. The bowl also included pistachio ice cream, salted caramel sauce, and these toasted crunchy bits. Looking forward to my next visit.

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  3. Oliver VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Music was too loud; hard to have a nice conversation over dinner

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  4. theresa VIP

    Philadelphia105 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was great from start to finish. From greeting to bar, food and service. Love that without asking our apps and salad were split to share! Food runner (wish I got his name) was excellent and super pleasant.

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  5. Sheri VIP

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best dinners! We had a great time and and the service was impeccable.

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  6. Suzann VIP

    Philadelphia133 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely upstairs! Super-attentive service and pleasant staff serving up delicious cocktails and amazing dishes. Share the risotto appetizer - a must. Bronzino was the perfect crisp over tasty couscous. A great neighborhood go-to for us!

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  7. Shannon VIP

    Philadelphia90 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fresh and delicious. There was not one dissatisfied person in our party of 5. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. The vibe was relaxed and inviting. We will definitely return.

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  8. Nicki

    Philadelphia28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every single employee you meet at The Love is welcoming & personable. You can tell that they genuinely care about your experience. The service is on point. Drinks arrived promptly & they were delicious! The food is *chefs kiss*. We started with the fried vegetables & warm bread; simply perfection. The Love is fantastic.

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  9. Peter

    Greater Boston29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to meet friends, have a date night, or just enjoy a meal. Very small bar area so come for the food but enjoy a host of great drinks from your dining table.

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  10. Lori VIP

    New York City72 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the food, service and ambiance at this beautiful restaurant. I highly recommend it to those who love great fresh flavorful food.

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FAQs

The Love is rated 4.9 stars by 7595 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 189 times today
Google Map for The Love

130 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sansom
  • Neighborhood
    Rittenhouse Square
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Charles Parker
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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