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Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant, Philadelphia, PA

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant

4.8 (2411)
$31 to $50
Italian
1716 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5132

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
For parties of 5 or larger, please contact the restaurant directly by visiting www.grancaffelaquila.com or calling 215.568.5600

Authentic Italian Restaurant, Caffe, Bar, Luxury Italian Market, & Italian Culture School. The culinary and wine program is based on all 20 regions of Italy including wine, cocktail, and beer selections crafted by award winning culinary and wine director Riccardo Longo. The experience also featuring Gelato from the Italian Gelato Champion Maestro Stefano Biasini as well as award winning coffee roasted in house. Private events including Lunch, Dinner, Apertivo, and Tasting Menus designed to each groups desires. Best of Philly Readers Choice Best Italian Restaurant Winner and Gambero Rosso rated Top Italian Restaurants in the world; Featuring an expertly trained staff and authentic environment.
2nd Floor Reservations are for Lunch & Dinner service only.
Dessert service may be provided on our first level anytime.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
  • Catering
    Half Tray Platters available for our entire menu. Each half tray serves 4-6 guests. <br /> <br />Specialty catering orders may be requested! Visit grancaffelaquila.com or call the restaurant and ask to speak to a manager.
  • Private party facilities
    Allow us to host your next event. Our expertly trained staff will provide a dynamic dining experience for you and your guests - Birthdays, Anniversary, Rehearsal Dinner, Family Reunion, Office Gatherings, you name it and we host it! Private sit down events available from 8-85 guests,Private stand up events available from 40 to 150 guests.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Cross street
    In between 17th and 18th Street on Chestnut
  • Parking details
    Parking garages located on 17th street after Market before Chestnut,On Sansom Street between 17th & 18th.Valet Available through Sofitel Hotel.Limited metered street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Stop for the #42, #21, and #9 located at 18th street, and 17th street. Stop for the #2 bus at 17th and Chestnut
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Week 30- Elba, Toscana (Jul 28-Aug 3)

    Jul 28, 2025 - Aug 3, 2025
    This week join us in our travels through the Italian peninsula as we travel to the beautiful Elba, Toscana for this weeks featured menu. Enjoy the unique wine, and local cuisine as they would in Toscana this week! Book now while space remains!
    Week 30- Elba, Toscana (Jul 28-Aug 3) Photo
  • Week 31- Pescara, Abruzzo (Aug 4-10)

    Aug 4, 2025 - Aug 10, 2025
    Join Riccardo Longo in his travels through Italy as this week we visit the coastal Pescara, Abruzzo. Enjoy the local bar, and cuisine as we would when visiting this Central Italy region. You won't want to miss this menu! Book now while space remains!
    Week 31- Pescara, Abruzzo (Aug 4-10) Photo
  • Week 32- Summer in Venezia, Veneto (Aug 11-17)

    Aug 11, 2025 - Aug 17, 2025
    Join Riccardo Longo in his travels through the Italian peninsula as this week we take a trip to the beautiful canals of the Veneto. Enjoy the summer with your loved ones trying the authentic cuisine of the region to pair with the local incredible wines. You won't want to miss this menu! Book now while space remains!
    Week 32- Summer in Venezia, Veneto (Aug 11-17) Photo

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What 2,411 people are saying

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Philadelphia County

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Philadelphia

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gran Caffe L'Aquila in Philadelphia is praised for its "authentic Italian cuisine" and "exceptional gelato." Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive staff," with frequent mentions of standout servers like Riley and Mimmo. The restaurant's ambiance is described as "inviting and warm," though some find it "a bit noisy." Overall, a "highly recommended" spot for a genuine Italian dining experience.
2,411 Reviews
  1. James

    Seattle / Eastern Washington5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed the specials and the wine list.

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  2. Calvin VIP

    Philadelphia County64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You really can't go wrong at Gran Caffe!!! We had another outstanding lunch last weekend. Everything as always was top notch--food, service, and ambiance. Special shout-out to Lisa, our server, who stepped in at the last minute and was fabulous. We will be back again soon!

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  3. Jonjie

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We tried the weekly special Sardinian style paella and the amazing agnolotti from the regular menu. Both excellent! Coffee and gelato was very good and ricotta cheesecake was decent. Staff was fun and friendly, and loved the vibe. At least 2 folks had birthdays and was fun to hear then staff celebrate them. Downstairs was more casual with the market and bar, while 2nd floor was more dining focused.

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  4. Faith VIP

    Tahoe / Reno Area2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I love this location. The food is excellent. The restaurant is in a great location easy to access. The gelato is incredible and the story behind the restaurant is just as awesome. I would say the only thing that makes me hesitate as an event planner, bringing a lot of guests or clients to this restaurant is how incredibly loud it is. Noise echoes off of the walls and even sitting right next to each other. We have to lean over to listen to each other. Another note is that it is very tight quarters in this restaurant due to its long footprint rather than wide. 

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  5. Alan VIP

    New York City195 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very authentic Italian food, prepared with care and served with a smile. Excellent value.

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  6. Mike

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food and cocktails were excellent. Server was great. 3 young women next to us were loud and obnoxious

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  7. Alex VIP

    South Carolina40 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on July 18, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was very disappointing, too creamy, felt like a fast food joint with Italian flavor. Service ok, but nothing special. Puzzled why it has all the high rates, as I could never recommend it to anyone out of town.

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  8. Wright

    Scranton / Poconos17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was welcoming and helpful and the meal was excellent. The drinks did come out slowly, arriving after our appetizers, however. The bar was evidently quite busy on a Friday night.

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  9. Brian

    New York City29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were here for dinner before the theater. The staff was friendly and helpful. My wife has a gluten allergy and they continued to check to make sure that what she wanted was appropriate. The space is nice, but a bit noisy, but we did not have to yell, too much, to hear each other. The food was wonderful and fresh.

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  10. Corabi

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I were missing genuine Italian food from Italy..her family lives in a small town named Moscufo which is in the Abruzzi province. I took her hear and it did not disappoint. From the moment we went in, the staff was courteous and caring. The bartender actually suggested I get an off menu item, Gnocci Pesto, which I tell you was a 12 out of 10 and possibly the best Gnocci I ever ate. It really should be on the menu permantly. My wife got a simple Pasta Guitara (probably spelled wrong) in an excellent sauce. We shared some Arostoccinni which was slightly different from in Mosufo but their added touches were decision additions. ALl of the food seemed like it was super fresh and used quality ingredients and the server confirmed the dishes we ate were made with imported flour, which anyone with Gluten senstitvity will tell you is a must as the flour in Italy typically doesn't effect people the same since thy harvest their wheat younger. Our server was amazing explaining, suggesting and meeting our needs. We reserved the Romeo and Juliet table on the 2nd floor and although we were full indoors, it appeared as if we were eating on a balcony overlooking a courtyard wth the skylight above us. After an Appetiff of Lemoncello, we left through he shop, picked up some authentic imported pasta to go (not home made) and a Gelato (yes...home made and elegant) and went on with our day FULLY satisfied and excited for the next encounter.

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FAQs

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 568-5600.

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 2411 OpenTable diners.

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant 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.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant

1716 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5132

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    In between 17th and 18th Street on Chestnut
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking garages located on 17th street after Market before Chestnut,On Sansom Street between 17th & 18th.Valet Available through Sofitel Hotel.Limited metered street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Stop for the #42, #21, and #9 located at 18th street, and 17th street. Stop for the #2 bus at 17th and Chestnut
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Half Tray Platters available for our entire menu. Each half tray serves 4-6 guests. <br /> <br />Specialty catering orders may be requested! Visit grancaffelaquila.com or call the restaurant and ask to speak to a manager.
  • Private party facilities
    Allow us to host your next event. Our expertly trained staff will provide a dynamic dining experience for you and your guests - Birthdays, Anniversary, Rehearsal Dinner, Family Reunion, Office Gatherings, you name it and we host it! Private sit down events available from 8-85 guests,Private stand up events available from 40 to 150 guests.
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