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Chez Colette - Sofitel Philadelphia

4.2
4.2
234 Reviews
$30 and under
French
Chez Colette is a charming French brasserie, where truly irresistible culinary delights are prepared for your pleasure. We serve well-made French dishes along with American classics. Our favorites include the smoked and ham Gruyere crepes and the quiche.
Breakfast is served in an informal ambiance that evokes the French 1920s. Indulge your passions... Awaken your senses...
Discover our main Holidays Big Brunches Buffets: Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Center City

  • Cross street

    17th Street and Sanson Street

  • Parking details

    Valet

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 234 people are saying

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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia / New Jersey Suburbs

    French

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  1. SusanR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service and the atmosphere were perfect. Also child friendly! The food - I think what I liked best were the delicate flavors of ALL of the foods! The lemon curd, for example, had a hint of lemon rather than an overwhelming taste! The tea choices were also very nice and explained well by our server. Overall a lovely experience that i would surely do again!
  2. Jess

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, great service. Definitely would recommend the afternoon tea.
  3. none

    Philadelphia

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It is most appreciated to enjoy a meal in a quiet setting. Breakfast menu offers many options, service is attentive. Good food, interesting server, attractive environment that allows for conversation. Thank you.
  4. StevenM

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    We were so looking forward to Easter Brunch Buffet. Just not worth the 75pp. The raw bar offerings is what drew me to make reservations the clams and oysters were shucked fairly far in advance as they must have been stacked in a,container waiting to be placed on ice no liquid remained in either and meat was flatteded out. The shrimp were large but translucent causing undesirable flavor and texture. Very small "buffet" not what expected at all.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Easter brunch was lovely. Food was enjoyable and atmosphere was beautiful.
  6. SLaney

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall1food4service3ambience4
    We went for Easter Brunch, (2 of us) 12 oclock resy, got situated, washed hands in restroom, grabbed plates and began the buffet around 12:20, Everything was great until we were handed our bill of 258 dollars at 1:35, and 'kindly approached' by the manager to finish up and leave because their 2:00 seating would be starting. My partner and I were completely shocked. We had no idea we were on their schedule or that there were 2 seatings. We jst sat down to dessert and had made plans to hit the buffet 1 last time. (Btw, we went up twice) So as polite as they were about escorting us out, we kindly gathered our things as I am putting on my coat with one hand, and trying to scarf down the dessert with the other that we still hadn't eaten and not satisfied at all. This will never happen again. We will not come back. I would suggest anyone going should know, that you are being clocked for buffet.. And you have about an 1hour to get it together. We left and went to Gran Cafe and enjoyed the rest of our Easter though...without the rush. So, Thank you Gran Cafe for the amazing gellato and appetizer and drinks, and the comfort to enjoy the rest of our Easter Sunday in your establishment without being watched and rushed.
  7. Ellen

    Philadelphia

    51 reviews

    3.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    We went for the $75 price fixed Easter brunch. While there was nothing special about the food line up, it was all very good. I did expect more of the French theme, but it was standard American fare - Prime Rib, ham, salmon, chicken, short ribs, mac & cheese, fruits and cheeses, and a nice variety of desserts. Restaurant was about 2/3 full when we got there, but it took 10 minutes to see our waitress and another 15 minutes before the drink I ordered was delivered. It was a bloody Mary and was horribly salty. It also took some time for plates to get cleared from the table. There seem to be enough staff, so I’m not really sure why everything took so long. There were also numerous mixups. The website advertised a free glass of Prosecco, but the waitress didn’t seem to know anything about that, and had to go confirm with management in order to get that sorted out. The menu was misprinted. White wines were nonexistent, while red wines were listed under the white wine category. There was also a discrepancy between the automatic gratuity listed on the website, which was 18%, and the gratuity listed on the menu, which stated 20%. I think next year I’ll find someplace else to spend $225 on brunch for two people.
  8. Kbauer

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress was amazing. We had afternoon tea. It was fantastic.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Korine was exceptional. Hostess and all servers were incredibly nice. General Manager was a bit too over bearing, she kept on hovering over employees. The staff is amazing no need to micro manage them. Other than that scones could be bigger, tiny pieces for such a huge plate. Or change the tower size for single serve afternoon tea. 70$ for 1 person afternoon tea; be prepared to be hungry when done. This is probably the smallest portion afternoon tea I have ever experienced.
  10. Katie

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service Great food! Love seeing Miguel! Great friendly service every time!
  11. Ana20

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience1
    They better close down
  12. SandyN

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Caught up with a friend over Afternoon tea-- which was wonderful. The food was delicious and Miguel was attentive and informative. I happened to find a travelzoo voucher which provided a nice discount and included a glass of champagne! Will do this again even without a coupon. Enjoyable afternoon.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We dined here for a family reunion breakfast. Everything was delightful. Highly recommend
  14. JAD3306

    Philadelphia

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a wonderful venue for a lovely afternoon tea. This was the perfect kick off to the Christmas season. We met for tea at two on a rainy cold Philadelphia day. We were warmed not only by the tea and our lovely waitress, Brooke, but also the delicious sandwiches scones and desserts. Looking forward to doing this again, in the future
  15. MargaretB

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It was a wonderful experience. The staff was awesome.
  16. SusanM

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely elegant service and fresh made treats on the 3 tier tray. Excellent location. We all had a wonderful time.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thanksgiving buffet
  18. BarbaraT

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our experience was great! Super service and wonderful food!
  19. KarenT

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall1food1service4ambience3
    Upon walking into the dining area for tea, we were instructed that seating was in a certain area; then seated at a table with the tea box already set up with a dirty tea cup. The scones were cold and the portions very small. A waiter named Timothy was very kind and attentive. Not worth the value.
  20. theatreeater

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Attended their ‘High Tea’ event. Service was exceptional and whole experiencing including food and tea offerings were outstanding!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came here for an engagement brunch and was blown away at every turn. Staff was excellent, food was delicious, and we had a wonderful time!
  22. GeraldineF

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The smallest tea sandwiches I have ever seen! $52 was way too high for this tea.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The server was very professional and friendly. He knew all about his tea collections and food. The high tea overall was pretty good. The food quality would be a 4 out of 5. I wouldn’t mind returning but would definitely want to try elsewhere, especially after my friends all said other places were better.
  24. none

    Philadelphia

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Our server was wonderful; very accommodating. I wanted the yogurt parfait which was not on the menu but I saw it online. The server told me, no problem and I got it. My friends ordered omelets and made some changes with sides. The server (male) certainly made the experience that much more enjoyable.
  25. johnnyb59

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great breakfast buffet, everyone was so pleasant and accommodating! Definitely a great spot.
  26. GITPhilly

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    Very disappointed. Chose Chez Collette for Mother’s Day breakfast and the restaurant was only offering their buffet which was not good. The servers were also overwhelmed and fighting with each other. I don’t blame them as much as I would whoever was staffing or allowing large parties to make reservations when the restaurant was incapable of offering good service.
  27. SinuonC

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was very professional and sweet. She made the experience special for us. We will definitely be back!
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Very quiet. Loved it.
  29. JanetP

    Naples

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful breakfast buffet on a Saturday morning. Great stop when you stay at the hotel before you head-out on the Philly adventures. Food was fresh with a wide variety of excellent choices. We'll be back.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2022

    overall2food3service5ambience2
    I searched here for brunch. Received confirmation & was excited to celebrate our engagement with close friends. My guests arrived before me & were told that it was the restaurants first day open and our reservation was canceled, they’d be happy to serve us tea not brunch. WHY WOULDNT SOMEONE CALL to inform us we did not have a reservation????? They sat my guests in the bar even though the restaurant was OPEN. When I asked to speak to the manager HE SAID IT was MY FAULT BECAUSE BRUNCH IS OVER AT 12 (not what the person that seated my guests said) and our reservation was for TEA. Excuse me, but where does it say “tea” ANYWHERE!? The fact that this “manager” told me it was my fault angers me and trust me I will NOT be back. No apology no “may I buy you a glass of wine? Etc” No SERVICE from this man. BUT I give credit where credit is deserved: Ed at the bar was AMAZING and he was so pleasant & kind to my guests that he is THE ONLY REASON WE STAYED. Ed should teach the “manager” how to treat guests
  31. EugeneF

    Atlantic City

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Very nice breakfast buffet at reasonable pricing ! Only disappointment ran out of smoked salmon ! Disappointing
  32. Katie

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was My husband’s birthday. The server was fantastic! We had the Buffett and he was attentive and funny! My daughter was a fan of everything! We will be back!
  33. BarbaraK

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Generous portions, tasty and well presented. Good selection. Service was prompt. Overall terrific breakfast
  34. WestLoopItalianTreasure

    Chicago

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Food was fine. It is a hotel lobby restaurant basically. Not that special but very functional
  35. AQ12

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great weekend buffet!
  36. KimE

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sunday morning brunch was delicious!!! Our waiter Chris was wonderful. Party of 9 and everyone loved their meal!!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I don’t have a lot to say, except that the experience was great
  38. LindsayE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2021

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We enjoyed brunch at Chez Colette before a show and it was a great experience! Service was fantastic. We had a corner booth, very comfortable and private.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service. Food and check took a little while to get to us but we were happy with the meeting.
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food. Excellent ambiance and service.

FAQs

Chez Colette - Sofitel Philadelphia is rated 4.2 stars by 234 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Chez Colette - Sofitel Philadelphia

120 South 17th Street, #5115, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

  • Cross street

    17th Street and Sanson Street

  • Neighborhood

    Center City

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 6:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am

  • Cuisines

    French

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Valet

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Edward Hancock

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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