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   JohnF

   Philadelphia

   19 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   19 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Fun time with flavorful dishes!

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   CheriK

   New York Area

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on July 28, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Delicious food and great service! Will be coming back for sure.

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3. JC

   JoeC

   Richmond

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on July 28, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Inventive, original, rotating menu in an intimate space and good service!

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Philadelphia

   7 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on July 16, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Always incredible food! Always a great time because Paulie (chef/owner) and Brittney create a fun atmosphere. Bring friends and share some incredible culinary creations! Our favorite restaurant!

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   Oana

   Philadelphia

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on July 7, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   little neighborhood restaurant, delicious food, fun ambience

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   FaithA

   Philadelphia

   27 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   27 reviews

   Dined on July 6, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great BBQ popup experience! Looking forward to others.

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7. B

   Bill

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on July 3, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The food is some of the best I've had and the atmosphere is even better. The husband and wife proprietors work as chef and hostess/waitress for this small 10 or so table top restaurant. They both took time to say hello and make sure we enjoyed the meal It's a rotating menu so if you see something you like don't wait to make a reservation.

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8. HD

   HbgDiver

   Philadelphia

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on July 1, 2022

   overall3food2service5ambience3

   For a Saturday night, sorry to say, the place was empty. The food, though well prepared, was EXTREMELY over salted and we pointed that out to the chef. He was gracious about it. I wish them well and hope they make it in a very competitive market.

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9. H

   Haley

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 30, 2022

   overall5food4service5ambience4

   The food was awesome! The people were so nice too. I really loved chatting with our waitress and the chef. Got to try some new things. I only wish my bolognese came with veggies on the side. Not that I'm complaining tho- it was really good bolognese lol.

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10. TG

    TheGrun

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Favorite restaurant in all of Philadelphia! Just dined for pop-up Taco Tuesday and it was INCREDIBLE!! The pork tacos and Mac N’ Cheese changed my life! Can’t wait for our next trip to KenLove’s!!

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11. TC

    TheresaC

    Philadelphia

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience3

    Best meal any of us have had in quite sometime. Loved the Escargot, Tomato Salad, Half Roast Chicken, New York Strip Steak and the Catfish. All were flavorful and prepared perfectly. Really delicious

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12. JF

    JohnF

    Philadelphia

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    very enjoyable evening, good food and pleasant interactions with chef/owner and server

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    FaithA

    Philadelphia

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Awesome experience!

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    robertm

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Terrific experience. Great food selection and varied menu. Tried some new items - Bronzino fish and chips, watermelon salad (super yum), tomato bisque (wow!). Must try if you love well made food!

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    Oana

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    amazing!! we had a great time and we will be back !

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    JRCynwyd

    Philadelphia

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always a great experience. Food is delicious, service is knowledgeable and attentive, and sitting outside on a beautiful evening makes everything perfect!!

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    Alicia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was an absolutely fantastic experience. The people working there were an absolute pleasure and the food was divine. The ever-changing menu is very refreshing and a sign of a wonderful, evolving restaurant. I would 10/10 recommend this to anyone looking for an individualized, spectacular dining experience.

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18. WL

    WesL

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    Food is solid, not mind blowing. Have the frog legs!

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19. CH

    ChristinaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    couple that runs the restaurant (chef and waitress) are amazing - super warm and welcoming !

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20. SO

    SteveO

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Great spot, and a BYOB so you get a very nice value.

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21. PL

    ProfLangues

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I've been to KenLOVESByob many times, which speaks volumes. It's always exceptional - cuisine, service, friendly ambiance. Chef Paul is so creative (and entertaining) while Brittney provides impeccable service and menu knowledge.

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience3

    The service was excellent! We sat outside and the waitress was very attentive and friendly. We both just felt the food was meh. Nothing special and no amazing flavors in anything we ordered. We got the frog legs-which I thought were salty and not worth the price. The corn pizza was very good and the mussels and sushi dish we got were just good-nothing special. I was expecting much more flavors after reading the great reviews from others.

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23. JP

    JackPhilly

    Philadelphia

    91 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    91 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Two couples. First, the toast to start is PERFECT! We shared the "bruschetta" app on the same toast--also great. They shared the caesar salad--massive we shared the hamachi crudo on seaweed. Great flavor but a bit too spicy for one person. Each couple shared the "fish & chips" a whole branzino served on roast potatoes. Absolutely excellent and worth the deboning. Dessert was one berries in custard for the table--plenty for all. Britany is a delight as hostess/server.

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24. HB

    HollyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Every time I go to kenLOVES Byob the food is impeccable and I leave feeling like family. Hands-down one of my Philly staples!

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25. KP

    KristenP

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Great little corner restaurant in a fun area of the city. Plan ahead for parking and be ready for a very intimate experience learning the menu of the day. They truly seem to LOVE what they are creating and the items our party of 4 chose did not dissappoint. Would highly recommend!

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    Ogard

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Absolutely delicious! First time there and will go back more. Look forward to trying some of the other menu items. While my blackened catfish fantastic, my fondest memory is of the frog legs with the cornbread and Jezebel sauce. Could eat that every day. The only issue was it was too loud to hear my partner well. I'm not saying to turn the music down (which was fun), it's that there were very lively groups dining there (including a birthday party) and everyone was loud. That said, how do I get the cornbread recipe.....

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27. AS

    AlisonS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent food, intimate/personal setting and great singing/dancing skills by the chef:)

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28. Q

    Quiggles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was delicious, and the service was wonderful.

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    JRCynwyd

    Philadelphia

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Always a winner. The menu is creative and delicious. The service is caring and attentive. KenLOVES is always on our radar screen, and we are so glad to be back!!

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30. GB

    GinaB

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The meal was excellent but the hospitality was just as great. Be back soon

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31. EG

    EdwardG

    Philadelphia

    51 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Might be the best kept restaurant secret in Philadelphia. Small neighborhood restaurant that serves amazing dishes. Owners are always incredibly friendly and accommodating. Located in Northern Liberties bring friends and a bottle of wine and enjoy a great meal.

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32. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I took my boyfriend here for a birthday diner date to kick off his bday weekend and I didn’t expect such a small dining room. Although it is a tight space the food is excellent. The chef definitely cooks with love. Our server, Brittany was quick, sweet, and detailed. An enjoyable experience overall

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33. AS

    AlexS

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The best!!! Service is amazing and it's such a great environment.

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34. EW

    EdwinW

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    What a memorable evening of energy, good food, and great conversation. Can’t wait to go back! Paul and Brittany rock.

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35. j

    josephp

    Philadelphia

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Have eaten at KenLOVES several times and each time, it is phenomenal. Paul is incredibly talented and turning out some of the best plates in Philadelphia. The dining room is cozy, the vide is fun and the service is stellar. With vaccination restrictions easing, treat yourself to this experience.

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36. R

    Reid

    Philadelphia

    106 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Wonderful small place with excellent food and service. A bit noisy and loud music was distracting but they immediately turned it down when we asked, which RARELY happens, right? We had the chicken liver mouse and octopus small plates and the Veal Bolognese large plate. Menu changes often, but everything was well prepared and delicious so I'd have confidence in whatever is on the menu.

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    Bull

    Philadelphia

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was wonderful. My recommendation take a Uber/lift. Only parking is on the street.

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38. I

    Igraine

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely the best new BYOB in Philly! There were 6 of us for dinner so we had an opportunity to taste much of the menu and EVERYTHING was delicious!! Paul, the chef and his partner, Brittany we're just so warm and gracious. They took great care of us. The restaurant is small so the ambiance is intimate. Chef is right there cooking so it almost feels like being in someone's home. We all are excited to return and take family and friends!

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39. TS

    ThomasS

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    This is a neighborhood Gem ! Great gourmet food , good prices , BYOB with the most friendly and entertaining staff !

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    Halloweenbride82

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    What can I say - date night in the city was a rip roaring success. Food, service and ambience where exactly what we were looking for. Paul, the owner/chef was entertaining, singing and dancing his way through his open kitchen as he prepared dinners with fresh ingredients. The "fish and chips", a whole bronzino cooked over the open flame on the stove, served with fingerling potatoes and pickled veggies was wonderful. The home made garganelli pasta with veal bolognese was delicious as well. This neighborhood gem, located in Northern Liberties at 3rd and Fairmount, is well worth the search for a parking space. It is small - I would recommend reservations for weekends.

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