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Name: Cafe Michelangelo
Address: 11901 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19116
Telephone: (215) 698-2233
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

Cafe Michelangelo

4.1

118 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

Cafe Michelangelo is a full service bar and restaurant that was started by two Italian brothers, Angelo and Michael Di Sandro, who had the desire to bring a love of their food and culture to America. In 1992, they opened Cafe Michelangelo in order to do just that. Tucked away in a corner of northeast Philadelphia, Cafe Michelangelo expands into a European style hideaway. From the fully imported Italian brick oven and cafe bar, to the extensive outdoor seating shaded by grape vines, and including two outdoor bocce courts, Cafe Michelangelo brings you right to the hills of Italy. The expansive size of the restaurant also provides the opportunity to accommodate a variety of events including live bands, dancing, reunions, and private parties.

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What 118 people are saying

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4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
3.9Service
3.7Ambience
4.2Value

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88% of people would recommend it to a friend

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StuartB
Philadelphia
26 reviews
vip
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience3
Food was good. Service too. Only issue was one meal was brought out 15-20 mins after all of the others. They said that dish takes longer to make than the others so we suggested they delay the others to match up the timing. Would go back.
JS
JaneS
Philadelphia
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2019
overall3food4service4ambience2
The food was ok but the atmosphere was not good. Too dark inside. Had to use phone flashlight to read menu.
KR
KellyR
Philadelphia
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience4
We like it here. Dined here many times and always enjoy ourselves. The only thing I would say is that we ordered appetizers and the pizza came out one minute after we got them, would have liked a little more time in between.
QB
QuirkyBlackMan
Philadelphia
136 reviews
vip
4.0
136 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very good food and lots to choose from. We'll need to go back to try other choices.
T
Tracey
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2019
overall3food3service2ambience2
The hostess station did not have our reservation they put us in the side room where no other guests weee seated couldnt see the only tv that was in that room. Said they didnt have lemonade while 2 different options are on the menu. They were rushing us out but were taking their time serving us. Werent bringing our refills. Not a good experience.
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spoiled
Philadelphia
215 reviews
vip
5.0
215 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Perfect for a late night find .
DB
DaiBando
Philadelphia
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2019
overall4food3service5ambience4
Was there for New Year's Eve...food was not that great but the service and people who work there were outstanding. Overall, if the people had not been as terrific as they were, it would have sort of been a bust. I'd recommend the place for a quick bite/lunch, not a evening meal for a special occasion.
c
christinet
Philadelphia
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience1
We arrived they had no record of our reservation. They did quickly accommodate us which was appreciated but still uncomfortable. The restaurant is in need of cleaning. It is noticeably dirty.
AH
AllisonH
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
We made a reservation for 5:30 PM on OpenTable and we arrived at 5:23 PM. When we got there, there was mass confusion about the reservation. The hostess was no help and had no idea what we were talking about. Finally an older gentleman, who was very rude, sat us at a small table right next to the bar. The entire restaurant was practically empty at this time. Only when we left around 6:30 did the place actually fill up. Other than that initial encounter, the food and service was great as always. My suggestion is to not use OpenTable to make a reservation at this place and to just call.
AD
AdventurousDiner
Philadelphia
79 reviews
vip
5.0
79 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience4
Cafe Michelangelo has the best pizza and great service--consistently delicious and reliable.
AJ
AlbertJ
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my second kitchen. Been coming here for over 20 years.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2018
overall4food5service5ambience4
Went for my birthday. We got a grilled shrimp Caesar salad and a grilled chicken Caesar salad which was phenomenal they literally have the best Cesar in the world then we got margarita pizza at which wasn’t that good I felt like it was too soggy and it could’ve been a lot crispier it had too much sauce also ! We also got penne michael Angelo which was good and gnocchi. Over all prices are fair service is good ! Music was very loud due to karaoke !
SM
SusanM
Philadelphia
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2018
overall1food1service1ambience1
First of all the hostess who could barely speak English told us that we did not have a reservation, even though I received the confirmation from open table. I ordered a dinner entree and the other3 guests in the group ordered pizza. The pizza came out first and I did not receive my dinner I asked the server where my dinner salad was that came with the meal was, he told me that I was not entitled to one, even though it was listed on the menu as coming with the meal. My dinner guests ate their pizza while I sat there with nothing. There were finished the pizza and still I did not receive my dinner. One of my guests got up and found the waiter and asked if the pasta was still coming. He said yes. I finally received my dinner and my guests had to sit there and watch me eat it. Also he did not come around to see if we needed refills on our drinks. This was a very negative experience and I will not patronize this business again.
l
laurap
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2018
overall2food4service1ambience2
Slow service we had to keep repeating ourselves to the waitress and it took a long time to get our food and drinks
H
Happy
Philadelphia
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2018
overall2food3service1ambience1
Awful would never go back !! In need of major update! Dirty with flies!! Food was decent!! Service was slow !!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2018
overall1food2service1ambience1
Horrible horrible service. DO NOT GO THERE UNLESS YOU WANT TO WAIT FOR 1 1/2 to get your food. Wish I can give them 0 stars for service.
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spoiled
Philadelphia
215 reviews
vip
5.0
215 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience3
Everything was wonderful! Food, drinks, service. I'm personally not a fan of the live music. Too loud. Won't deter me from returning though.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
41 reviews
vip
4.0
41 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2018
overall4food4service3ambience3
Classic neighborhood staple.
IB
IreneB
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and awesome service !! Never disappoints! Love this place !
BE
BETHB
Philadelphia
24 reviews
vip
3.0
24 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2018
overall3food4service4ambience3
The service was good. The food was just ok. We made reservations 2 days in advance and we were Sat in the area of the take-out food n not the actual dining area.
AD
AdventurousDiner
Philadelphia
79 reviews
vip
5.0
79 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience4
Cafe Michelangelo is one of my regular favorites. Even though their menu has changed some, I was particularly pleased that I was still able to order my favorite item (the pizza ripiena) that is no longer officially on the menu. It says a lot about the restaurant's attention to customer service. We also had a really wonderful server, Carrie, who waited on us. This is not a fancy restaurant , but you get excellent food at a good price, and it is staffed by quality professionals.
D
Diamond
Philadelphia
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience4
It was our first day wedding anniversary and we were looking for somewhere close to our new home to dine. It was very quaint and we’ll definitely be going back. It’ll be a great place to have dinner in the summertime.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Although they are a bit challenged with last minute open table reservations they still seated us on time and our waiter, Walter couldn’t have been nicer or more attentive. The food is incredible. This restaurant has a great vibe as well. We’ll definitely be back soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience4
Love the food..
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2017
overall1food3service1ambience2
As soon as we got seated the waitress spilled a whole glass of ice water on my boyfriend and my coat. It took over 2 hours for our meal. The first waitress left, than we got a waiter & he was multitasking a couple of tables it didn’t work. I could tell he was over whelmed. The food was average.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful decorations. Outdoor fire pit. Indoor fireplace. Tuesday special of roast 1/2 chicken is a bargain. Lamb chops were wonderful 😊. As usual, Justino was a most professional and attentive waiter.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 2, 2017
overall2food3service1ambience1
Place was freezing and none of the food came out together.
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smen
Philadelphia
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2017
overall4food4service1ambience4
Service was very slow. When asked our waitress said they were shorthanded. It took almost an hour before we got our salad.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2017
overall1food1service1ambience1
Im not sure what the food is like,, restaurant would not honor reservation time upon arrival,,, wait time was much longer!!
I
Icoyle
Philadelphia
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience5
Fast, professional service. Great outside patio. Awesome live band. Large portions, great value, plenty of free, easy parking. Must check out Sundays on the patio.
AD
AdventurousDiner
Philadelphia
79 reviews
vip
5.0
79 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Cafe Michelangelo is a long-time favorite. On my most recent visit I was surprised to learn they were drastically changing the menu. While there are a couple of new items that look intriguing, gone is my absolute favorite, the pizza ripiena. Because they were still in a period of transition I was still able to order it, but time will tell how the new menu plays out. I would be sad to lose a restaurant I have cherished for the last 20 years.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent waitress, service, food, live band. Will be back soon.
I
Icoyle
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Professional service. Great food. Large selection. Ice Cold Peroni draft beer. Awesome outside patio.
JO
JOHNBEE
Philadelphia
47 reviews
4.0
47 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great Italian food. Large outdoor area, much of it shaded . Only problem is the Philadelphia Soda Tax, which causes them to charge for soda refills; even Diet soda. I guess Philly is encouraging drinking alcoholic beverages, because now there is not much difference in the cost of drinking soda or alcohol.
LM
LisaM
Philadelphia
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2017
overall4food4service3ambience3
I rated service a 3 but our server was a 5 it was the kitchen that caused some inconvenience. All adults received their meal but we had 3 children and it took an extra 15 minutes to bring theirs out. I will also caveat that it was Fathers Day, we had 10 in our party and it was busy. I would definitely go back.
MW
MaryW
San Francisco
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2017
overall1food1service1ambience1
We made a reservation through open table for 7:30pm. We get there and they said they can't accept our reservation and it will be at least a 30 minute wait and suggested going to the bar and eating there! Wow! Why have your business on opentable if you don't honor reservations? My friends and I have had quite a few dinners here but the way I was treated last time was uncalled for. We left and had a nice dinner elsewhere.
s
spoiled
Philadelphia
215 reviews
vip
5.0
215 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great neighborhood place to grab an inexpensive yet delicious meal.
R
Rosiedc
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved Cafe Michelangelo. The staff was warm, welcoming and accommodating (especially Carrie :- ) . We really appreciated having the choice of either the brunch buffet or their regular menu. The brunch and antipasto buffets were extensive, varied and well-prepared—a great value for $21.95. When we asked for a customized plate of pasta for my Mom (she has trouble chewing/swallowing), they graciously agreed to accommodate her needs. Mom's pasta was prepared exactly how she wanted it, and she was able to eat. We're looking forward to returning soon.
SI
SIGMUNDL
Philadelphia
7 reviews
vip
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2017
overall2food2service1ambience2
The most stupid waitress I have ever encountered. Only one hot dish ordered and waited almost one hour.

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Cafe Michelangelo is rated 4.1 stars by 118 OpenTable diners

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