Le Virtu

Name: Le Virtu
Address: 1927 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19148
Telephone: (215) 271-5626
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1936 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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>Le Virtu Cucina Abruzzese in Philadelphia is bringing the culinary tradition and philosophy of Abruzzo to the surrounding community. Abruzzo is Italy�s most unspoiled area with bold and unpretentious cuisine created by the local fishers and farmers and Le Virtu is recreating those delicacies with locally sourced meat and produce, and artisanal ingredients imported straight from Abruzzo.

>Indoor & outdoor dining (we cannot guarantee all outdoor seating requests in peak seasons).

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 26, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(215) 271-5626
Website
http://www.levirtu.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Apolinar Sanchez
Catering
Email inquiries only.

Location
1927 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Neighborhood
East Passyunk Avenue
Cross street
Juniper & Mifflin
Parking details
Street parking or the public parking garage attached to Constitution Health Plaza at Broad & McKean Streets (entrance is on McKean between Broad & 15th Streets).
Public transit
Snyder Ave. stop on SEPTA/Broad Street subway.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Pancotto$9.00
braised broccoli rabe, bread, potatoes, garlic, olive oil, parmigiano reggiano
Zuppa di Formaggio$16.00
Abruzzese pecorino, caciocavallo, parmigiano, black truffle paste, crostino
Salsiccia$15.00
abruzzese sausage, cipollini agrodolce, polenta, balsamic reduction, rosemary, pecorino
Affettati Misti$28.00
selection of cured meats, marinated vegetables, crostini
Formaggi$18.00
selection of abruzzese cheeses, girasole honey, housemade condiments
Lamb Arrosticini$17.00
grilled lamb skewers, Abruzzese spices
Olive all'Ascolana$16.00
pork-filled fried olives
"Bistecca" del Pastore$16.00
melted pecorino, toasted bread, goat milk, toasted red onions
Cozze$12.00
"red" or "white" PEI mussels, garlic, hot pepper, crostini
Insalata$12.00
arugula, pecorino canestrato, pears, white wine-vinaigrette
Arancini$14.00
fried risotto, pork sausage, lamb, peas, mozzarella, tomato, salsa rosa

Primi

Gnocchi$22.00
gorgonzola dolce, heavy cream, nutmeg, toasted walnuts
Maccheroncini alla Chitarra$22.00
lamb ragú "in bianco," white wine, butter, rosemary, pecorino
Maccheroni alla Mugnaia$19.00
single-strand pasta, hot peppers, garlic, olive oil, parsley, pecorino
Fettucine con Ragu del Macellaio$23.00
"butchers' ragú" (tomato, sausage, pork rib), pecorino
Taccozzelle$23.00
abruzzese sausage, mushrooms, black truffle paste, saffron, parmigiano reggiano
Pappardelle alla Boscaiola$22.00
prosciutto, mushrooms, peas, tomato, cream, parmigiano reggiano
Troccoli con Cruschi e Ricotta$23.00
short-strand pasta, dried cruschi sweet pepper, sheep's-milk ricotta
Ceppe$23.00
hand-rolled short pasta, braised beef, tomato ragú, rosemary, parmigiano reggiano

Secondi

Scrippelle$24.00
ricotta-filled crepe, ciambotta (zucchini, squash, eggplant, peppers, onions, tomato)
Lamb Shank$34.00
fava purée, spigariello, shallots, garlic, peperoncino
Maiale$29.00
Green Meadow Farm pork chop, pumpkin puree', roasted apples, montepulciano reduction
Pollo$26.00
pan-roasted half-chicken, ceci, onions, carrots, garlic, peperoncino, rosemary
Branzino$32.00
branzino fillet, fingerling potatoes, string beans, roasted garlic-lemon sauce
Pesce Spada alla Pizzaiola$30.00
swordfish, tomato, black olives, garlic, peperoncino, basil, oregano
Spezzatino di Pesce "alla Filippo"$29.00
shrimp, calamari, mussels, clams, tacconcini pasta, tomato peperoncino brodo
Bombette$33.00
roasted pork loin, caciocavallo, smoked pancetta, potatoes, shallots, garlic, peperoncino, brassica rabe

Contorni

Potatoes$8.00
roast garlic, rosemary
Broccoli Rabe$10.00
peperoncino, garlic, olive oil
Long Hot Peppers$8.00
sweet garlic vinaigrette
Pure' di Fave e Spigariello$9.00
fava pure', spigariello, croutons

What 1,936 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Philadelphia / New Jersey Suburbs
Italian
Philadelphia
Best Food
Philadelphia
Great for outdoor dining
Philadelphia
Italian

1,936 Reviews

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MonicaM
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of the most exceptional places in Philadelphia. Don’t miss it!
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NJGirl
Philadelphia
65 reviews
vip
5.0
65 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
Excellent appetizers, entrees, sweet, delightful dessert. Pleasant weather in the outdoors set up that early evrning, friendly and very helpful service.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had an absolutely wonderful anniversary meal, from appetizers to dessert. It was a beautiful evening on the quiet patio and our very experienced server steered us unerringly toward the best dishes on the menu. We’ll be back.
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KevinN
Detroit
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
took one star off ambiance because there was a large food truck parked immediately in front of the restaurant running a loud generator the entire evening. However, the staff seamlessly moved our reservation indoors and guided us to window seats. A really special restaurant that I would recommend to anyone who enjoys authentic Italian cuisine.
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JimK
Philadelphia
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Service at le Virtu is excellent. Our server answered our questions and made good recommendations. The two of us shared the arugula salad, a pasta dish, a crepe entree and pistachio gelato, all of which were delicious and made with top notch ingredients.
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elm1
Philadelphia
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is consistently excellent. Servers are attentive and accommodating. Always a delightful experience.
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PaulaP
Louisville
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
AMAZING food and service. Home made pasta was to die for and the pistachio gelato was one of the best I’ve tried on the area. Will definitely go back
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MarkG
Philadelphia
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic meal from start to finish. The fresh buratta was amazing. Finished by the pork chop special. Can’t wait to go back.
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StephenS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tremendous pasta flavor and great service at a reasonable price.
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anthony
Philadelphia
284 reviews
vip
5.0
284 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot on Passyunk. Food was great and authentic. Wine list was unique. Service was very good. Will be back.
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TimothyV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Unique menu choices -can’t find these dishes in other Italian restaurants! Service was there at exactly the right moments. Outdoor seating in an off street garden patio and under an awning provided a peaceful and romantic ambiance.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful restaurant. Food and service are top notch. Patio is lovely. Very welcoming atmosphere.
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PHFellow
New York Area
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal. From making the reservation (easy) to arrival all went well. And the setting (a beautiful summer evening, amazing outdoor seating in a remarkable courtyard away from the street and with flowers and a lovely tent cover, and well-spaced tables so that noise was no issue) was incredible. The mural that sets the tone on one wall is also notable. Then there was the food. Interesting, delicious, and varied. All good. There were four of us; each ordered something different. Every dish was fantastic. Pastas were yummy (alla Mugnaia, little hats with mushroom sauce, and small sheets with sausage ragu') as was the roast pork on roasted greens. The service was comfortable, calm, incredibly professional but with a light touch. A great dinner at a great place.
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Mike
Philadelphia
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Top notch as always ! the bombette was amazing ! My wife loved her mushroom pasta dish so much ! as a matter of fact, everything we had was great. I was a little hesitant to try the Calabrian wine, but it ended up being better than my Brunello that I had just opened up at home . so nice to sit outside. it was a beautiful evening we will be back.
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Foodman
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was just right. We ordered many items—starters, pastas, entrees—and all were excellent.
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Nanjohn
Philadelphia
18 reviews
vip
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Wonderful setting and fantastic service. Food was very good. Pricey, but mostly worth it.
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Liner
Philadelphia
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always have a great meal there. Especially enjoy sitting out on the patio in warm weather.
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SusanJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really wonderful restaurant. Food, cocktails, service and ambience are all great. Pasta dish was outstanding. Always a good experience and we will come back often.
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FranA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everyone was courteous, friendly, helpful, & honest from the moment we walked up to the host. He knew the weather patterns in case it was better for us to sit indoors (it was!). Recommended dishes were spot on…. Everything was friendly & easy, like a neighborhood place should be, but the food was perfection. As I am Abruzzese, I can make that statement with some authority; it was truly reminiscent of Grandmom’s on Sundays in West Philadelphia!
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PatrickT
Philadelphia
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great meal. Not the same food as standard-issue Italian. Solid, friendly service. This was our first time. Will definitely go back.
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Jennifer
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner was FABULOUS! The food was delicious, ambiance perfect (we were outside) and Chris and AZ we SO INCREDIBLY attentive to us. My guests reside in Florence IT and we all enjoyed the food and the experience immensely. Will be back soon, for sure!
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Geoff
Philadelphia
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The ambience in the garden is just so peaceful and relaxing. Our fave!
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EO17
Baltimore
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious, service was great and a very nice atmosphere!
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AndyL
Philadelphia
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is spectacular and the service was great.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
What a gem! Excellent food, very good service. I highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the best restaurant I’ve eaten in in a long time. The drinks were delicious. The single strand pasta was out of this world. The almond orange torte with chocolate ganache was heavenly. The service was perfect. I can’t wait to go back!
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VfromMainz
Philadelphia
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
Fantastic food! Not a fan of them trashing their menus every day though, would rather have it be a QR code.
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BARI
Philadelphia
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food here is incredible and everyone who works here is so nice. The pasta is so scrumptious and they always have yummy specials. Can’t wait to go back!
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BrooksP
Philadelphia
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Charming restaurant with delicious food and friendly people. A definite go to place.
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monsieurms
Philadelphia
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The pastas are so good I sometimes get one as an appetizer and the other as an entree. This time, I did order a meat entree and the meat was fall-off-the-bone tender. This place is always great with food and service.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was authentic Italian, great wine, and plenty of time between your courses to eat and relax. The desserts are amazing, highly recommend 👍🏻
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OT
OpenTable Diner
London
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Outstanding service and even better food. Each dish was extremely well prepared. This restaurant is a new favorite.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely wonderful! Great food and the service was excellent. Can’t wait to go back! They made our birthday celebration memorable.
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Phillyfoodie
New Orleans
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is always the best place to experience incredible Italian but feel like it's the neighborhood hang out. Big shout out to Chris for impeccable service and drinks.
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ArleneL
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great staff always making sure all was ok. Food delicious
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DfromPhilly
Philadelphia
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the food but need a more extensive menu….. would definitely return
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SHELDONB
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service and food were absolutely outstanding! The focaccia alone was worth the trip! We had four different entrees and all were just delicious. And so was the dark chocolate gelato was a spectacular ending to a fine dining experience.
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Earlgrey23
Philadelphia
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food keeps getting better and the service is always friendly and attentive. The restaurant is just lively enough to be fun and an event without being to loud to hear your table mates. The inside and outside dining options make it versatile for what ever group you bring with you.
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Pearl
Philadelphia
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
An absolute favorite. Dining Al fresco in the low-key charming space is special, the food and cocktails are delicious, service is great, wonderful people.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible Abruzzi regional food and wines - top Italian choice for me in Philadelphia. And if the weather works, their outdoor patio is a great option. Staff are outstanding and I have never had a dish there that I don’t like. And make sure to check out there house made pastas and charcuterie. A truly special dining experience.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Le Virtu offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 271-5626.

Le Virtu is rated 4.8 stars by 1936 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 26, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1927 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148

Additional information

Cross street
Juniper & Mifflin
Neighborhood
East Passyunk Avenue
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking or the public parking garage attached to Constitution Health Plaza at Broad & McKean Streets (entrance is on McKean between Broad & 15th Streets).
Public transit
Snyder Ave. stop on SEPTA/Broad Street subway.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Apolinar Sanchez
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.levirtu.com/
Phone number
(215) 271-5626
Catering
Email inquiries only.

Le Virtu

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Branzino

Broccoli Rabe

Olive all'Ascolana

Antipasti

Pancotto$9.00

Zuppa di Formaggio$16.00

Salsiccia$15.00

Affettati Misti$28.00

Formaggi$18.00

Lamb Arrosticini$17.00

Olive all'Ascolana$16.00

"Bistecca" del Pastore$16.00

Cozze$12.00

Insalata$12.00

Arancini$14.00

Primi

Gnocchi$22.00

Maccheroncini alla Chitarra$22.00

Maccheroni alla Mugnaia$19.00

Fettucine con Ragu del Macellaio$23.00

Taccozzelle$23.00

Pappardelle alla Boscaiola$22.00

Troccoli con Cruschi e Ricotta$23.00

Ceppe$23.00

Secondi

Scrippelle$24.00

Lamb Shank$34.00

Maiale$29.00

Pollo$26.00

Branzino$32.00

Pesce Spada alla Pizzaiola$30.00

Spezzatino di Pesce "alla Filippo"$29.00

Bombette$33.00

Contorni

Potatoes$8.00

Broccoli Rabe$10.00

Long Hot Peppers$8.00

Pure' di Fave e Spigariello$9.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Le Virtu offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Le Virtu restaurant rated?

Is Le Virtu currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information