Reserving at Fond through Open Table felt like entrapment. I made a reservation on fairly short notice for a very special event. I had been to Fond a couple of years ago and loved it. I committed with a credit card because I would never normally cancel. In this case, though, when I checked the menu, I was disappointed to see an extremely limited selection of little appeal to me or my five guests (entrees: (chicken, branzino, pork belly, appetizers: escargot, oysters, chilled shrimp, chicken liver pate.) So I called Fond to explain: this menu did not work for us, and I prefer not to drive my 87 year old father a long way for an unsatisfactory and expensive dinner on what was meant to be a happy and special occasion. Fond would not release me from the reservation, and I would be charged $150 because they had "committed the table to us." This was all BS. The restaurant was empty the entire time we were there (except for another couple who sent the shrimp appetizer back to the kitchen). The other tables were not set: they were not expecting any one else! We decided we could live with the fish entree rather than losing $150, but when we got to Fond, they only had two fish portions left and no oysters at all. We tried to make the best of it: we ordered a bottle of wine and other drinks, appetizers, entrees, dessert, coffees. My poor Dad with a heart condition had to have the pork belly entree. They were happy to sell us alcohol, but I had to ask for bread for the table while waiting for the food. The bill was probably $600 plus tip (I didn't pay, so am estimating). The waiter was very nice and tried hard, but his service could not overcome the failings of the restaurant. I I have never been so disappointed in a restaurant or in Open Table for requiring a non-refundable deposit for such a struggling restaurant. To add insult to injury, every other restaurant within sight was bustling.

It was our first time at Fond. It will not be our last. We will be back very soon. The menu was imaginative! Every single dish was excellent. Excellent is an understatement. If you want a flavor adventure then Fond should be on your short list. We had a spiced watermelon soup that was superb! The house pita was so tasty. The salad had an imaginative house dressing. The hospitality and service was memorable. We were treated like family and old friends rather than first time patrons. Fond is my new #1 favorite restaurant in Philadelphia. The neighborhood adds to the ambiance with the feel of a European summer night eating outside. Lots of action and spirited energy while still plenty of room to socially distance. See you soon!

Excellent food. Cool space. Talented and hardworking servers. Chef was a one-man show in the kitchen, since restaurants can’t find employees in the post-pandemic world, but our orders came out timely and delicious.

Fond remains wonderful! I’m so glad they have somehow navigated through the pandemic. Can’t recommend them highly enough!

Wow! Another fabulous experience at Fond! We haven’t been here since before the pandemic and they haven’t skipped a beat! Cocktails were amazing! We did 3 appetizers and dessert and it was awesome! The pork roulettes were delicious, the patte was amazing and the shrimp were tasty. We had the chocolate ice cream with peanut brittle for dessert and it was so yummy! Love this restaurant! So happy every time we visit!

Delicious menu, just the right size, and the service was on point!

Great food with limited menu. Good atmosphere. Attentuve server.

Despite it being pretty dead, drink service was extremely slow. Bartender was literally polishing glasses with a towel rather than filling an order, which basically involved pouring bottled beer into glasses. The food came out quickly, and was decent, but not notable. Was our third time there, and probably will be the last. For that price tag, it just wasn't that great this time.

Truly a memorable meal. Want to return to Philly just to go to Fond again. From how we were greeted to a warm good bye, every part of the meal was memorable. The service was superb. Music mix great. Cocktails (bartender's special) damn good. Go again, and again.

First time dining here and we loved every aspect of it. Service was amazing, the food was delicious, and the cocktails were on point. Highly recommend and will be back.

We ate outside and the waitress was extremely responsive and pleaseant. The food was all perfectly cooked - we had the Branzino which was delicious. We enjoyed the warm pita like bread and the amuse bouche of a yummy mushroom soup. Would highly recommend.

One of the best restaurants in Philadelphia with an incredible chef who makes the most delicious meals you will ever have! And they also have a stellar bartender and incredible servers. We had the oysters with mignonette sauce and chicken liver mousse for starters along with some yummy specialty cocktails. Hands down the most fresh oysters and creamy airy and flavorful chicken liver mousse we have ever had and the grilled sourdough was perfect with it! Both the roasted chicken and crispy pork belly entrees and accompanying sauces were perfectly seasons and magnificent all around as was the rhubarb vanilla tart dessert! This is the place to go in the East Passyunk area and well worth the trip! Droolworthy!

Perfection!!

Great food and drinks. The staff makes you feel welcomed and comfortable. Prices are reasonable. 100% recommended!

Fabtastic food and service. The Amish chicken is about the best I've ever had.

The food is amazing and our server was terrific. We highly recommend it!

Amazing food and super cool waitress!

We had excellent food and drinks in a comfortable environment served by a very enthusiastic waitress.

One of the best dining experiences in Philadelphia! Thank you for another memorable and delicious dinner. Cheers!

Food if excellent. Enjoyed the experience.....................................................................................................

It’s a pleasure to be back at Fond, and the food and experience was just how I remembered! Excellent

The service was exceptional, the food and drinks were delicious! Our reservation was at 9:30, if you’re looking for a more quiet ambiance I would suggest going later in the night. Definitely will be returning

Lovely birthday dinner. They noted the occasion from the reservation and put a candle in the dessert. Food was delicious and the service couldn’t have been better. Delicious cocktails wine and beer too.

Fond has come back, and we can't tell you how happy we are! We ended up with three appetizers each because they were all so wonderful! Oysters were the best we've had, and generally we like West Coast, but these were Eastern seaboard and could best those West Coast ones with no problem! The chicken liver mousse was ethereal, and the pork country pate was awesome. We ended with the shrimp congee each, and, as usual, Lee's take on congee was great. We look forward to coming back soon.

All of the food was excellent! The staff was so friendly and helpful. The bartender's choice drinks were really well crafted. All in all a great dining experience. Thanks for having us!

Excellent food. Very pleasant service

Lovely experience and ambiance at the chefs table

Fond makes great Old Fashioneds and amazing food. Their chicken breast was perfect.

Sad what happened to this restaurant. Very very small menu, The 3 entrees had nothing to them. Hope to see it bounce back. The online menu not being updated was a little deceiving

As a patron for many years, I was disappointed in the decline in food preparation and the absence of a byob/corkage option.

We enjoyed a wonderful meal for a Birthday celebration! Had the awesome chef’s table which is great for watching the behind the scene action!

Awesome food and cozy, sweet place. The drinks are amazing

Frequent diner at their other restaurant the Dutch. Was not surprised this was just as great. Service, wine, and menu was great!

I love them because they love me. Some of the best food in Philly.

We enjoyed eating outside at Fond. I had the ceviche,braised short rib and blackberry sorbet on lemon cream. Everything was delicious!

Gorgeous spot on Passyunk. We (4 total) sat outside and it was perfect weather. The service was excellent with wine suggestions, and specialty drink creations. The food was delicious and the courses came out at a great pace. I have been here multiple times and I will keep coming back!

They were so attentive to the sidewalk tables. The food was superb and the best I’ve had in 5 months since the pandemic began.

Amazing experience. Adam was phenomenal, explaining the wines when we mentioned we had an interest in learning more about the pairings and where Fond acquired the wines. We had some great discussions about them and he even followed up the next day to answer one of the questions we had asked. 10/10 and we’re heading back just because of the phenomenal service. Excited to support Fond through whatever winter + Covid brings here in Philly.

Can’t speak about ambiance due to curbside COVID restrictions. Only had dessert. Malted Milk Chocolate Ice Cream was amazing. Service was timely. Would definitely go back for dinner. Menu looks great.

Food was absolutely delicious, friendly staff right on passyunk square!