Sola byob

Sola byob reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   pitcairn

   Denver4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 24, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Very competent chef, as has always been the case at Sola. Efficient and unobtrusive service.
   

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   lallygals VIP

   Philadelphia27 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 21, 2018

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   It was our first time at Sola and we enjoyed our dishes but probably won't return. The menu is pretty limited with about 6 entrees. Last night, they were out of short ribs, duck, the tasting menu, and only had 2 servings of crab cakes left. 2 of us quickly put dibs on the crab cakes, while the other 2 had the halibut and steak. Our reservation was for 7:15 on a Saturday night.... Prime time. There are many great places to eat in the Main Line; I wouldn't chance going there again to find out that they aren't offering over half their limited menu!!
   

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   asolo

   Philadelphia7 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 15, 2018

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Attentive and responsive service for four dinners who selected the Chef's Tasting Menu. Creative preparation and presentation. Great variety of selections. Actually too much food, but that may have been because we were the last diners that evening. All in all, an enjoyable dinner making for a relaxing evening with friends. We were BYOB and the staff did an outstanding job helping to "rescue" an old Barolo with a problematic cork!
   

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   BobF

   Philadelphia21 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 4, 2018

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Our first visit we tried the $55 Tuesday tasting menu with 10 plates of our choice. This time we went with the $75 chef's 6 course menu, his choices. Although the food was still very good it was uninspired, basically 6 plates cut into 1/2 size portions. We go out of our way to order different menu items and share to get a better impression of what the cook has to offer. When we both got the same bland wedge of crepe/lemon curd cake we both agreed that we would not go back unless it was a Tuesday night. There were only 10-12 dinners served while we were there (we left at 8:30) so I guess he was just trying to use it up. Lesson learned.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Philadelphia25 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 30, 2018

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The service was fabulous and the ambience was wonderful--small, cozy, lovely and quiet. The mushroom crepe appetizer was outstanding! The arugula salad was lightly dressed and tasty. The halibut entrée was good but not great. We ordered the NY Striploin medium rare, but it came out medium and was borderline tasteless - a real disappointment! The apple tart with caramel sauce was delicious.
   

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   PaulA

   Philadelphia18 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 29, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   All three trips to Sola BYOB have provided an outstanding dining experience. The menu is creative and the food is very satisfying. While dining here can be rather expensive, the menu offers attractive pathways to a moderately priced experience, with no loss of quality or creativity in the food. The service has always been spot on. The atmosphere is very conducive to conversation, even when all of the tables are full. This will remain our "go-to" restaurant for a special occasion, or whenever we want a terrific meal.
   

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   sylvius

   Philadelphia5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 27, 2018

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   One of our local favorites, consistently excellent food in a really pleasant setting. A good value for the quality.
   

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   Helene VIP

   Greater Boston53 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 25, 2018

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   The food was delicious- I loved everything we ate. The service and ambiance could be improved, but we had an enjoyable meal.
   

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   FrequentDiner VIP

   Philadelphia17 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 18, 2018

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Very high level of service.
   

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    AutumnJoy

    Philadelphia79 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 16, 2018

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3

    This is a favorite restaurant, but things seemed a little different on this visit. Food was good, but not great as it usually is. One waiter seemed to be handling all the tables with only one other to help him. The two of them were the only ones on the floor, greeting and seating guests, taking orders. I think they could have used help and we noticed the absence of the owner who is always present. Also noticed things are looking a little shabby inside; scuffed up walls, space heaters on the floor, old carpet, which is a bad choice for restaurant flooring. We usually come when it's dark, but with the time change, we saw the inside in much brighter light, and I think the space could use some refreshing. Our meals were good, but rather ordinary tasting in comparison to our past visits. Not sure why, but everything seemed a little off and different. I noticed that the website is expired too when I went to check out the menu. I really like this place and hope it was just an off night.
    

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