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Mona, Philly, PA

Mona

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4.2
4.2
144 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
1308 Chestnut St, Philly, PA 19107

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 58 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
A vibrant Mediterranean restaurant with a Greek-forward menu, set in a lively and upbeat atmosphere. The space flows seamlessly with an open layout, blending communal dining areas and intimate corners. The design features modern touches alongside traditional Greek elements like whitewashed walls, floral accents, and olive trees, evoking the charm of the Mediterranean.

Please be advised of the following dress code:
No hats
No hoodies
No steel toe boots

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (215) 770-4319
  • Website
    http://monaphilly.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    1308 Chestnut St, Philly, PA 19107
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Cross street
    13th & Chestnut
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Mona's menu was last updated on 11/26/2024.

Appetizers

  • Hummus

    • Tabbouleh

      • Baba Ganoush

        • Tetramorph

          Choose 4 dips

          • Mjadara

            • Kibbeh

              Fried lamb balls stuffed with ground beef

              • Tirokafteri

                Feta dip

                • Halloumi Fries

                  • Saganaki

                    Flaming cheese

                    • Gyro Dumpling

                      • White Bean Dip

                        • Tzatsiki

                          • Grilled Octopus Salad

                            • Kolokithakia

                              Fried zucchini chips

                              • Shrimp Cocktail

                                Entrees

                                • Branzino

                                  • Spanakopita

                                    • Veggie Mousaka

                                      • Lamb Chops

                                        • Filet Mignon

                                          • Grilled Lemon & Herb Chicken

                                            Dessert

                                            • Baklava

                                              • Baklava Cheesecake

                                                • Lemon Olive Oil Cake

                                                  • Lemon Gelato

                                                    Souvlaki (Kabobs)

                                                    • Chicken Kabob

                                                      • Filet Kabobs

                                                        • Beftaki Kabob

                                                          • Pork Kabob

                                                            • Shrimp Souvlaki

                                                              Salads

                                                              • Tomato Cucumber Salad

                                                                • Cous Cous Salad

                                                                  • Village Salad

                                                                    • Dakos

                                                                      Soup

                                                                      • White Bean

                                                                        • Lentil

                                                                          Pasta

                                                                          • Lobster Fettucini

                                                                            • Shrimp Orecchiette

                                                                              • Pasta Primavera

                                                                                Sides

                                                                                • Scordallia

                                                                                  Mediterranean Mashed Potatoes

                                                                                  • Dolmades

                                                                                    Stuffed grape leaves

                                                                                    • Carrots & Green Beans

                                                                                      • Mediterranean Rice

                                                                                        • Orange & Leek Sausage

                                                                                          • Lemon Potatoes

                                                                                            • Horta

                                                                                              Sautéed char

                                                                                              • Leek Sausage

                                                                                                Last updated: November 26, 2024

                                                                                                What 144 people are saying

                                                                                                Mona 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

                                                                                                4.2
                                                                                                4.2 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                • 4.1Food
                                                                                                • 4.3Service
                                                                                                • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                • 4Value

                                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                Mona offers a vibrant dining experience with "great vibes" and an "amazing atmosphere." The Mediterranean-inspired menu is popular for its kebabs, lamb chops, and "great service" from staff like River and Brooke. While some find portions small or prices high, the lively setting and excellent service make it a must-visit for celebrations.

                                                                                                144 Reviews

                                                                                                1. rebecca

                                                                                                  Philadelphia5 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                  The food was good. It is definitely a party destination. There were no less than seven birthday parties while we were there, and they turn down the restaurant lights, and flash a strobe light and ring a bell and staff come out with sparklers every time it’s someone’s birthday. It’s like an upscale Fridays in that regard. So it was pretty disruptive and very loud the entire time. I can see if someone were going to celebrate a birthday this would be a fun place to go.

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                                                                                                2. Christina

                                                                                                  Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                                  2.0

                                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                                                                  2. Food 1
                                                                                                  3. Service 2
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  Don’t go for the food. Go for drinks and a loud, club vibe if that’s what you’re looking for. If

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                                                                                                3. Marissa

                                                                                                  Philadelphia18 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 2
                                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  We ordered the chicken kebabs. We removed them all from the stick and had them on the plate. We ate a few pieces , then realized the rest of the chicken pieces were completely raw. We sent it back. Instead of getting us a new entree, they put those pieces back on the grill, and then overcooked them so they came back dry. It seemed unsanitary and unnecessary.

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                                                                                                4. Tara

                                                                                                  Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  I celebrated my birthday here. Top tier restaurant! Friendly staff , beautiful ambiance, smells delicious , and the birthday celebration made me feel special. I’ll be back !

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                                                                                                5. Joy

                                                                                                  Philadelphia15 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on April 26, 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  The the food, the ambiance and the drinks were amazing!!

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                                                                                                6. Joseph

                                                                                                  Philadelphia12 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  Dined on April 24, 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  The bar is set high for Mediterranean cuisine here in Philly with restaurants like Suraya and now Emmet, both in Fishtown. Mona doesn't meet those standards but there were things I liked about it (and didn't). Service was excellent, and it's a beautiful space. The humus was ho hum, and the chunks of pita were not exactly fresh from the oven. My entree, the lamb shank, was delicious but I'm not sure there was enough there for 2 people as indicated on the menu, and pricy at $44 given the smallish serving. Our dessert - baclava - was outstanding. Probably wouldn't return given my proximity to the other restaurants mentioned above. It lands in the category of "just ok."

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                                                                                                7. Janet

                                                                                                  Philadelphia4 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  Dined on April 24, 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  The location and the ambiance was great. Food was good but it would not be biggest reason I would go back there.

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                                                                                                8. Joe

                                                                                                  Las Vegas6 reviews

                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  Dined on April 22, 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  Food is delicious affordable and location is fantastic. Highly recommend for night out or to go take the slow cooked lamb over risotto. The affordability was extremely superior and the location looks amazing but only available on weekends during the week it is just simple seating upfront

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                                                                                                9. Jojo

                                                                                                  Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on April 20, 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  It was amazing! For bdays they also added in sparklers and others. The dips were AMAZING

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                                                                                                10. Ashley

                                                                                                  Philadelphia2 reviews

                                                                                                  2.0

                                                                                                  Dined on April 19, 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  Seating was terrible. Could hardly get to your seat without bumping into another table.

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                                                                                                Mona is rated 4.2 stars by 144 OpenTable diners.

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                                                                                                7:00 PM
                                                                                                Booked 58 times today
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                                                                                                1308 Chestnut St, Philly, PA 19107

                                                                                                Dining areas

                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                • Cross street
                                                                                                  13th & Chestnut
                                                                                                • Neighborhood
                                                                                                  Center City
                                                                                                • Hours of operation
                                                                                                  Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am
                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                  Mediterranean, Greek
                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                  Business Casual
                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                  None
                                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                                  Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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