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The Love, Philadelphia, PA

The Love

4.9 (7703)
$31 to $50
American
130 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 150 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Aimee Olexy and Stephen Starr's The Love is a bi-level sanctuary features 150 seats, split between the main dining room, sidewalk seating, and an upper-level loft. The restaurant is a spirited and carefree neighborhood café celebrating everyday American cuisine. The menu is crafted around what’s truly seasonal and local, while the beverage program reflects the best of the region. This creative energy is matched by a front-of-house service staff passionate about providing homey hospitality morning, noon and night.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Charles Parker
  • Neighborhood
    Rittenhouse Square
  • Cross street
    Sansom
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 7,703 people are saying

The Love reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Most Booked

  • Philadelphia

    American

  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Love in Philadelphia offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent service and delicious food." The ambiance is warm and inviting, perfect for any occasion. Patrons rave about "Nashville hot chicken" and "seasonal produce." The Love's "outstanding" staff ensures a memorable visit. It's a "favorite" spot for locals and visitors alike.

7,703 Reviews
  1. Carrie

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful Mothers Day celebration ! Thank you for providing outdoor space, a quiet alleyway seating and wonderful food for my mom and I to enjoy our food. The additional accommodation for my mom’s rescue dog that suffers from separation anxiety was why we keep coming back to celebrate life with you!

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  2. Caren VIP

    Philadelphia58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service here is always on point. The Turkey Melt is so well done and they have so many entrees and apps to choose from. The ambience is lovely an our service was prompt and great! All of the servers work so well together which is why everyone gets their food fast and fresh!

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  3. Desmond

    Connecticut3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacularly delicious food. Staff were welcoming snd attentive without being overbearing. We left full and satisfied. Definitely adding this spot to our regular rotation when in Philly.

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  4. Laryn

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, Great service. We had the pork chop and the ricotta ravioli.

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  5. Maurice

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ate the fried chicken, the collards and grits. My spouse had the salmon. For the appetizer we went on a lim and tried the vegetable tempura! Such a good decision. Crispy vegetables??? Yummmm. Everything has great flavor. Crispy to perfection. I’ll be back.

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  6. Christina

    Philadelphia15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Comfort food at its finest. A good choice for a date night.

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  7. iris

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server Kat was wonderful, making sure we had everything we needed & without hovering. The complimentary biscuits & cucumber/feta salad are delicious & a lovely welcoming touch. The food is excellent & has a special touch: my omelette looked like a crepe & was stuffed with broccoli rabe & cheese, served with the freshest salad & the crunchiest potatoes. A friend had the ravioli, light, flavorful & served with garlicky, tomato sauce baguette slices. Another had the blueberry pancakes with sour cherry sauce. We all left happy & ready for a walk!! This was not my first visit & I will return. GO!!

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  8. Nancy

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding brunch! We tasted the Sriracha bacon which was perfectly cooked and was thick cut and perfectly seasoned. The blueberry scones are the most tender I have ever tasted. Crumbly and warm when served. We tried the lemon risotto, lemon poppy pancakes and take me home chicken. All superb. We were seated upstairs do not noisy but I did notice when we left that the downstairs was pretty loud which may be fine for others! Don’t miss this place!!

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  9. Alex

    West Palm Beach1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a Must. Try the burger with pimento, legit heavenly

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  10. Genghiz VIP

    Miami7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice place, cozy, good lighting, great food and service,

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  3. Philadelphia County
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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 150 times today
Google Map for The Love

130 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sansom
  • Neighborhood
    Rittenhouse Square
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Charles Parker
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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