Porcini - Philadelphia

Name: Porcini - Philadelphia
Address: 2048 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19103
Telephone: (215) 751-1175
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (2051)

$31 to $50

Italian

2048 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Romantic
Lively

Established in 1996, Porcini restaurant quickly became a favorite destination for neighborhood and locals alike.
Leading the "BYOB Renaissance" in Philadelphia, Owners Maîtred David, and Exec. Chef Steven Sansone combine their knowledge in fine dining, and Trattoria style to create a unique, memorable upscale casual dining experience.

Fresh house made pastas and focus on authentic product's imported from Sicily, Italy and neighboring Mediterranean countries. Theses items are paramount to Chef Sansone's family and regional recipes. The warm welcome from David as if your a long time friend and a knowledgeable service staff completes your visit.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(215) 751-1175
Website
http://www.porcinirestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Steven Sansone
Catering
Small events from 25 to 50 guests. Sit down dinners. Take out available. "Sauce and Chaos" Event - design your group dinner event, inquire with the chef at porcinirestaurant.com.
Private party facilities
Private Room available for 15 to 35 guest with private restroom. Sit down service, with several dinner menus to choose from. Guests can feel free to decorate the room to suit the occasion. Gift Cards and certificates are not valid on special events or promotions, including specialty dinners, Valentine's Day, New Year's and private groups.

Location
2048 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Neighborhood
Center City
Cross street
21st and Sansom St. Parking Garage across the street.
Parking details
Discount Garage Parking across the street. Validate by server.
Public transit
30th St Station - 6 blocks, 16th and JFK - 6 blocks.
Additional
Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout

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Cuorio di Carciofi$11.50
Oven roasted Roman artichoke hearts with extra virgin olive oil roasted garlic and herbs
Calamari alla Griglia$14.50
Baby squid grilled and served with Mediterranean relish
Cozze Nere$14.00
PEI mussels simmered white wine, garlic, or fresh plum tomatoes sauce
Brussel Sprouts$10.00
Pan roasted brussel sprouts with extra virgin Tuscan olive oil
Punte di Filetto alla Griglia$16.00
Grilled black Angus filet mignon tips, balsamic drizzle, and gorgonzola dolce
Polpetti al Sugo di San Marzano - Mama Sansone's Sunday Meatballs$14.00
Melanzane Siciliane$12.00
Thin sliced eggplant, layered with fresh mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, plum tomato sauce
Peperoni Ripieni$12.50
Roasted bell peppers stuffed with risotto and Italian sausage
Prosciutto di Parma di Stagione$14.50
Cured thin sliced Northern Italian ham with seasonal condimento

Selezione di Insalate

Additional Autumn Specials Available

Burrata$14.00
Fresh mozzarella, ricotta blend, Mount Vesuvius oven-roasted tomatoes
Insalata di Cesare$11.00
Crispy Romaine, fresh croutons dressed with our classic Caesar dressing
Insalata di Mistero Autunnale
Fresh Autumn salad

Scelete di Pasta

Pipe al Bolognese$26.00
Elbow Pipe cut pasta tossed in Northern Italian meat sauce
Cannelloni Agli Spinaci$24.00
Fresh hand rolled pasta crepe, filled with spinach and ricotta cheese in blush sauce
Spaghetti alla Carbonara$28.00
Spaghetti tossed Roman-style with a blend of pecorino Romano and Reggiano parmigiana cheese, organic egg, topped with crispy guanchale
Ravioli Osso Buco$28.50
House made ravioli stuffed with braised veal shank and mascarpone cheese, sautéed in sage butter on ossobuco red gravy
Fruti di Mare Misti a Cruda$27.00
Gulf shrimp, baby squid, and PEI mussels, tossed with black and white linguine, fresh tomato Cruda slivered garlic
Agnolotti$24.00
Torino style house made half-moon ravioli, with ricotta cheese filling, in pecorino Romano cream sauce and peas
Parppadelle Ali Fungo Porcini$26.50
Handmade wide egg noodles, fresh imported porcini mushrooms in a natural mushroom a jus

Secondo

Contorni (sides) Broccoli oil and garlic, Tuscan Garlic bread $8. Cimbali espresso and cappuccino

Vitello Ala Saltimboca$28.50
Our exclusive top cut Veal medallions, prosciutto di Parma, in sage white wine butter sauce
Pollo alla Milanese$24.00
Thin boneless Chicken breast medallions encrusted with Italian seasoned bread crumbs, white wine lemon caper sauce, centered with fresh linguine
Maiale con l'Osso$25.50
Heritage Pork shank, braised with red wine over arborio risotto
Pesce Giusto
A light portion (just right) of Fresh Fish daily

What 2,051 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.7Value

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Porcini in Philadelphia is a beloved Italian gem known for its "amazing food" and "wonderful atmosphere." This intimate BYOB spot offers a cozy dining experience with attentive service. Guests consistently praise owner Dave's hospitality and the "fantastic" veal dishes. Though small, Porcini's charm and "authentic Italian" cuisine make it a favorite.

2,051 Reviews

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Philip VIP
Philadelphia County17 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always a great experience. Food, service and just the friendliness of everyone is amazing. Love that the chef/owner comes out to talk to everyone. You can see the pride he has and rightfully so in the restaurant.
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Anne
Philadelphia County3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was delicious, especially my entrée. It was one of the best veal dishes I have ever had. Restaurant is small, only nine or 10 tables. Place needs some upgrades. Overall, it was an enjoyable dining experience.
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Christopher VIP
Philadelphia County4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and people. Very much a gem. Love this restaurant!
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Michael VIP
New York City50 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had a great celebration at Porcini that was only made more special by the fantastic food and service we received throughout the evening. BYOB is such a welcome feature of this wonderful restaurant.
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Rise
Philadelphia County18 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always Porcini was stellar. We love this restaurant!
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Jim VIP
Southwest Florida17 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I always love this little gem in the city. The food is always excellent, and the staff very nice funny and entertaining.
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Tony VIP
Philadelphia County136 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dave the owner is incredible. Very hospitable and charming environment. The food is incredible! And the value is also great. I love good BYOBs and this is one of the best.
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Michael VIP
Atlanta233 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great small quaint Italian restaurant with incredible menu and phenomenal service,
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Geoffrey
Philadelphia County21 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We had a very enjoyable dinner at Porcini and may go back. They describe themselves as "Fine Dining" but also use the word casual." Hmmm. I'd say more casual. Very Trattoria like--the staff knew many patrons and visa versa. It is crowded, with not a lot of decor other than a few Italianish prints on he wall. But it does have a nice neighborhood vibe. Prices are up there but food quality was excellent for the most part. Their legendary garlic bread was the best I've ever had!! The roasted artichoke appetizer was good but hardly that special (it would be super easy to do that at home!). My enormous pork chop on a bed of spinach and polenta was tops: cooked just right, juicy, flavorful and abundant (the remainder will be dinner for both wife and myself tonight!). The spinach was lovely though their polenta was underseasoned and needed something "a little more" flavorwise--to help it keep up with the chop. My wife's shrimp pasta featured extremely flavorful pasta (in a wine/butter sauce) though the lovely shrimp were sadly overcooked and a bit chewy! (Why is it so hard for restaurants to cook shrimp right???) Dessert choices were limited but wife's strawberries in balsamic wa both pretty and delish. My flaky pastry assemblage of shattery pastry layers, creamy filling and whipped cream was very satisfying but wanted a few berries as garnish and contrast. I asked for tea and was told, "We don't have tea!" That was a disappointment. Service was quite attentive, casual (almost too casual for my taste) but we were well taken care of. I've only had a waiter sit down at our table one other time to explain specials and take our order. Hmm. Reall?? The place was fun, the food good and I'm impressed that it has lasted so many decades. It was an enjoyable night out in a city full of excellent Italian options.
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Andrew
Philadelphia County1 review
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful restaurant with a great atmosphere and great food
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Porcini - Philadelphia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 751-1175.

Porcini - Philadelphia is rated 4.7 stars by 2051 OpenTable diners.

Porcini - Philadelphia does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

2048 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

Cross street
21st and Sansom St. Parking Garage across the street.
Neighborhood
Center City
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Discount Garage Parking across the street. Validate by server.
Public transit
30th St Station - 6 blocks, 16th and JFK - 6 blocks.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Steven Sansone
Additional
Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout

Website
http://www.porcinirestaurant.com/
Phone number
(215) 751-1175
Catering
Small events from 25 to 50 guests. Sit down dinners. Take out available. "Sauce and Chaos" Event - design your group dinner event, inquire with the chef at porcinirestaurant.com.
Private party facilities
Private Room available for 15 to 35 guest with private restroom. Sit down service, with several dinner menus to choose from. Guests can feel free to decorate the room to suit the occasion. Gift Cards and certificates are not valid on special events or promotions, including specialty dinners, Valentine's Day, New Year's and private groups.

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Primi Piatti

Cuorio di Carciofi$11.50

Calamari alla Griglia$14.50

Cozze Nere$14.00

Brussel Sprouts$10.00

Punte di Filetto alla Griglia$16.00

Polpetti al Sugo di San Marzano - Mama Sansone's Sunday Meatballs$14.00

Melanzane Siciliane$12.00

Peperoni Ripieni$12.50

Prosciutto di Parma di Stagione$14.50

Selezione di Insalate

Burrata$14.00

Insalata di Cesare$11.00

Insalata di Mistero Autunnale

Scelete di Pasta

Pipe al Bolognese$26.00

Cannelloni Agli Spinaci$24.00

Spaghetti alla Carbonara$28.00

Ravioli Osso Buco$28.50

Fruti di Mare Misti a Cruda$27.00

Agnolotti$24.00

Parppadelle Ali Fungo Porcini$26.50

Secondo

Vitello Ala Saltimboca$28.50

Pollo alla Milanese$24.00

Maiale con l'Osso$25.50

Pesce Giusto

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