Tradesman’s Philly

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   Bobby

   Philadelphia

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 16, 2023

   overall2food3service1ambience1

   Food was good but the service was incredibly slow even though the restaurant was nearly empty. Drinks were small. The music was super loud and made it hard to hear your table conversation. Don’t plan on going back again.
   

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   Emily

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 12, 2023

   overall3food2service1ambience1

   Frat house vibes, food was mediocre and salty. Our server was really inattentive and didn't know anything about the menu or drinks on offer. Place was loud service v slow. They forgot large portions of our order. We only came because it could accommodate a large group. Don't settle for this place if you're searching for a restaurant for a large group. In general just avoid
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Philadelphia

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 11, 2023

   overall2food3service3ambience1

   Definitely not a dinner place. Loud, noisy bar with bar food. Service was just ok. For faster service scan the code on the table & order on the app. Caters to young crowd.
   

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   HarryS

   Philadelphia

   34 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   34 reviews

   Dined on April 30, 2023

   overall2food2service1ambience4

   Very mediocre experience. Was hoping for better service and experience. First time eating there but visited for several happy hours. Will keep it light drinks moving forward.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on April 24, 2023

   overall4food5service5ambience4

   The group next to us was extremely loud and the noise echoed. Very loud, hard to hear and have conversation. Other than that, everything was good.
   

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   JerseyGuy

   New York Area

   11 reviews

   3.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on April 15, 2023

   overall3food3service3ambience3

   Seems like a great place to hang out and watch the local sports teams.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   8 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on March 20, 2023

   overall5food4service5ambience4

   Amazing service and great selection of unique beers and delicious BBQ.
   

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   ElenaB

   New England

   18 reviews

   4.0

   18 reviews

   Dined on February 17, 2023

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Food was tasty. They don’t do free refills on soda. No where is it noted, nor does the server tell you. Plates were full. Although my pulled pork was more whole peppers than pork. Tried ordering a special, pulled pork sliders. Was told they were out. Had to order a regular full sandwich platter. Good thing I wasn’t that hungry.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New England

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on February 10, 2023

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   Brisket was dry, but the Ribs were the best the world has ever witnessed.
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience2

    Food was surprisingly good - some of the better wings I've had in Philly. Service was polite, but slow and inattentive. Even for a bar it's obnoxiously loud.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was great! The brisket was superlative. Ribs too, very tender. Good beer.
    

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    ZellaO

    Atlantic City

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2022

    overall2food2service3ambience2

    We were very excited to try this restaurant but, sadly, were hugely disappointed. The “Summer drink menu,” which was still on the table, was unavailable. We ordered the “pick two” and chose baby back ribs and brisket. While the food looked tasty, the ribs were overcooked and extremely chewy and the brisket was nothing to write home about. The stars of the evening were the mashed potatoes, corn bread, and collard greens. Thank goodness they were edible! We didn’t eat 2/3rds of the meat but didn’t even want to take it home. Overall, this was a very poor dining experience.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience5

    Went here for date night last night and my partner and I can't say we enjoyed the food. Nothing tasted seasoned. The BBQ sauce was watery, our drinks were flat. The only thing we enjoyed about this place was the decor.
    

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    Ashley

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 29, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    good and drinks were super tasty, and staff was so kind!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    This was the first time back since the pandemic. It was delicious and bigger portions that we remembered. Definitely a must for a nice casual date .
    

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    HapsterPeabody

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    We really enjoyed Sunday brunch. The food was absolutely delicious. The drinks were tasty as well. I'm a bit surprised the place wasn't busier, given the quality of food. Perhaps people wait for the changeover to the lunch/dinner menu? I gave 4 stars because the service was a bit slow- I'd give 4.5, if the system would allow. I'm not sure if our server was helping to turn-over the kitchen, but we didn't see her much. When we did, though, she was extremely friendly and helpful. We would definitely return, and want to try their regular menu items as well.
    

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    RajeevJ

    New York Area

    34 reviews

    3.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall3food4service1ambience3

    We must not have gone on a busy nite. But I figured Sat nite 8 pm would be prime time for diners. There were 4 bartenders behind an empty bar. 3 servers but only 1 working. She was running all over the place, without any help. One of the bartenders was too busy flirting with a woman at the bar. I ordered an Old Eagle Old Fashioned. It had to be the worst drink I ever had. One sip and I returned it. Just got a bourbon straight up. Food was good. Brisket was moist and well done. Ribs were great. Shrimp could have used a lil more seasoning. All in all not bad on food. Our server never asked if we needed fresh drinks or even sauces. She kept walking by our table without ever checking in. Then she pulled out the check from her shorts in the back. The black check book was shoved in her shorts. Do I need to smell her booty while I pay for my meal? No " Thank you for coming" nothing. Just picked up the check and left. If Tardesman treats it's paying customers like this when it's dead in their resturant. I'd hate to see what's it like when busy. Not going back due to bad service.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2022

    overall4food4service2ambience4

    I made a reservation and had to stand at the front counter for 15 mins before someone even came to greet us. Then, the server didn’t even get my order right. But it was very good good and a great atmosphere.
    

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    Maryo

    Tampa

    58 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Really cool decor and the food was good. The brisket was small portion and I don’t usually eat a lot so not sure why such a small portion.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

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    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    If I have to give more than 5 Stars I would! The brisket was absolutely incredible! I have eaten authentic southern barbecue, and this brisket was absolutely top notch! Perfect amount of fat, salt, spice! Absolutely delicious! I I’ll be back when I visit the city again!!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 17, 2022

    overall3food5service3ambience3

    Service wasn’t the best. Waited a long period for waters, refills and the food that we order.
    

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    Steezy

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Very terrible service. Kept having to ask where our server is. Food was awful. Fries were soggy and cold. We weren’t even given silverware or water
    

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    ColbyG

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    Quite loud and lively. Food was surprisingly good fir a bar. Kale Caesar was delicious and bbq meats did not disappoint.
    

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    JudyB

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We ended up at the Tradesman because a different restaurant we had reserved with lost our reservation. And it was the best thing that could happened. We had the absolute best time! Best bachelorette party dinner!!! We will definitely be coming back!!
    

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    RaulM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is a great place, nice service and food, don’t miss it!
    

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    JasonK

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great service and fun atmosphere. Good location. Highly recommend.
    

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    JessicaK

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience1

    Not from here and it looked like a cool place to catch up with an out-of-town friend. But I should’ve heeded the other reviews: It was SO LOUD. The “dining area” was a few tables in an alcove off the massive bar, and my friend and I were SCREAMING over the loud crowd and the music to be heard. The waitress kept asking us to repeat our orders without writing them down, then disappeared for long stretches. Our food came out five minutes after ordering, and we hadn’t even gotten our drinks yet. Granted, the food and drinks were good (my friend says hers was watered down), but don’t come here if you want to actually have a pleasant dinner and converse.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Ended up being party of one, and it was fantastic! My server was so wonderful and recommended the Sriracha maple wings and they were amazing! The right amount of heat and the right amount of sweet! Will be coming back!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Had a reservation @
    

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    JoanneB

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience3

    First time at Tradesman, I wasn’t sure what to expect, however I knew I wanted barbecue. I must say the food portions were really big and the food was excellent. I will definitely be back and the collard greens were the most memorable part of the meal.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Poconos

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall1food1service3ambience1

    We booked a table on open table and when we arrived there was basically a college party going on. They were checking IDs at the door and the place was packed! The floor was sticky with beer and there piles of beer cans everywhere. The music was blaring and it was really unpleasant. We didn’t realize that this was college bar when we made the reservation otherwise we would have found somewhere else to eat. Just wish we had a heads up before we got there. We ended up finding somewhere else to go once we saw what was going on.
    

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    RhodaM

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience2

    Great food, very loud though.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience2

    It got busy, and our waitress hustled. So I guess the service was less about her performance and more about managements. We waited for everything except the food. Our drink
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    It took awhile for someone to come over and get our drink order and when we told the waitress we were ready to order after she took our drink order, she just walked away, I’ll just say maybe she didn’t hear me through the loud noise. The food was horrible, we actually left it on the the table and paid our bill that was $86, yes we paid $86.00 for food that we did not and could not eat, I definitely would not recommend this place to anyone, unless they like tasteless barbecue and young wait staff that just walks around huddling with their coworkers.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3

    Loud and young college crowd but food was good!
    

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    ChocolateCD

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    FOOD -- Very tasty, well prepared, delicious, our party was very pleased SERVICE -- Top notch. Our wait staff was very helpful and accommodating to us geezers AMBIENCE -- Well, that place is too noisy for me. A food event is a social gathering and it was just too loud to have a meaningful conversation. Glad my hearing it starting to fail as it will help in the future. DOWNSIDE -- QR codes. Guess what. Not everyone has upgraded to your fancy schmancy high tech menus. This alone might cause me to cut your place off any of my future dining plans. Please give us oldies a break. On the good side, you are still accepting cash. Thank the gods for small favors.
    

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    DavidK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    We made a reservation but it seemed like it was overlooked as they had a difficult time finding a table for us. Once seated the rest of the experience was favorable. Food was great- chicken was amazingly tender and an array of BBQ sauces were provided. I would visit Trademan's again - great food, fun atmosphere and close to the theaters on Broad Street.
    

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    TandCouttodinnerin9

    Philadelphia

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious food and quick service
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    Nice laid back environment. Very nice waiters. Should definitely try if you haven’t already!
    

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