Saloon Restaurant

Name: Saloon Restaurant
Address: 750 S 7th St., Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19147
Telephone: (215) 627-1811
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9

1779 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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Entering the Saloon, a family owned restaurant since it opened in 1967 is a bit like stepping into Philadelphia's past. Dark oak paneling, shiny brass and authentic local antiques create a warm congenial and casual atmosphere. The choice of two comfortable dining rooms each with its own vintage bars make dining and conversation a relaxed and enjoyable experience. Both bars feature a delicious and moderately priced food menu. The menu is Italian with seafood specials such as grilled octopus and dover sole. Saloon steaks and veal chops are legendary. Many prefer a plate of fried long hot peppers to compliment the steaks. All desserts and gelatos are made on the premises daily. The Saloon is a Philadelphia neighborhood bar and restaurant with a national reputation. And the parking is FREE!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 2, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Steak, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(215) 627-1811
Website
http://www.saloonphilly.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Please call for pricing and info between the hours of 9am and 4pm.

Location
750 S 7th St. Philadelphia, PA 19147
Neighborhood
South Philly
Cross street
Fitzwater Street
Parking details
FREE PARKING in our private lots (7th & Catharine, 7th & Fitzwater)There will be an attendant on each lot.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

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Popular dishes

Escarole Soup$10.00
Saloon Salad$15.00
mixed greens, onion, peppers, tomato and provolone cheese tossed in our Italian dressing
Caesar Salad$14.00
crisp romaine tossed with croutons and our own Caesar dressing
Pear and Burrata Salad$19.00
arugula, dried Turkish apricots, pine nuts in a Nocella dressing
Spinach Salad$17.00
spinach, fontina cheese, dried Turkish apricots, sugared pecans, all wrapped in prosciutto and drizzled with Nocella dressing
Octopus Salad$24.00
Clams Casino$17.00
fresh clams, topped with diced celery, red peppers, parmesan cheese and bacon
Clams Pavorotti$18.00
chopped clams, shrimp, and lump crab meat topped with a béchamel sauce
Calamari & Peas$18.00
tender rings of calamari sautéed with peas in a tomato sauce
Steamed Mussels$18.00
with sweet sausage in a marinara sauce or a white wine sauce
Steamed Clams$16.00
in a marinara sauce or white wine sauce
Radicchio Veneziano$25.00
radicchio sautéed with garlic, shiitake mushrooms, balsamic vinegar and bacon with jumbo crab meat
Roasted Peppers$17.00
fresh roasted peppers with mozzarella and provolone cheese and pesto sauce
Poblano Peppers$17.00
mildly hot peppers stuffed with veal and topped with mozzarella cheese
Ravioli of the Day$20.00
Rigatoni Sesso$12.00
in a spicy tomato sauce with sweet Italian sausage and sun-dried tomatoes
Linguine Pescatore$32.00
linguine with jumbo shrimp, calamari, scallops, mussels, & clams; marinara sauce
Fettuccine Lobster Amatriciana$39.00
homemade fettuccine with South African lobster, guanciale, onion, fresh tomato, leeks and sharp provolone cheese in a tomato sauce
Angel Hair and Crab Meat$30.00
angel hair pasta with sliced fresh artichokes, roasted tomatoes, basil and jumbo lump crab meat
Eggplant Parmigiano$16.00
lightly breaded eggplant with smoked mozzarella, mozzarella and provolone cheese; marinara sauce
Bronzino Grenoblaise$38.00
Scampi Oscar$32.00
jumbo shrimp sautéed with leeks; white wine, Meyer lemon sauce. served over chopped potatoes, hot pepper, onion
Lobster Francaise$48.00
South African lobster tail out of its shell, dipped in a light egg batter and sautéed in white wine, lemon and butter sauce; jumbo lump crab meat
Salmon Fruitti di Mare$40.00
pan seared in a cream sauce with mussels, clams, shrimp and jumbo lumb crab meat
Filet Moda$49.00
11oz. choice tenderloin of beef encrusted with coarse black peppercorns in a creamy cognac mustard sauce
Petite Filet$40.00
7oz. choice tenderloin of beef with a port wine sauce; Yukon gold mashed potatoes
New York Strip$45.00
12-oz. sirloin in a Marsala porcini mushroom sauce with Yukon Gold mashed potatoes
Braciole$38.00
two filet medallions pounded thin, rolled and stuffed with spinach, pancetta, and parmigiano cheese in a tomato sauce; served with cheese ravioli
Veal Parmigiano$32.00
thin tender cutlet of veal from the loin, breaded and topped with marinara sauce and reggiano parmigiano cheese
12 oz. Grilled Rib Chop$40.00
Veal Piccante$24.00
tender scallops of veal in a light, Meyer lemon white-wine sauce topped with crisp capers
Veal Mondolaise$38.00
tender scallops of veal stuffed with prosciutto, mozzarella, sage and parmigiano cheese; mushroom Marsala wine sauce
Chicken Melanzana$30.00
boneless breast of chicken stuffed with eggplant and smoked mozzarella in a white-wine sauce
Bosses' Chicken$30.00
chicken paillard with hot and sweet peppers
Spinach, Broccoli Rabe or Escarole$12.00
all of which can be steamed or sautéed with or without olive oil and garlic
Sautéed Hot and/or Sweet Peppers$12.00
Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes$9.00
Pasta$12.00
angel hair, penne, linguine, spaghetti, or gluten-free pasta in marinara or oil and garlic

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

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sfw70
San Francisco
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
As a former Philly resident visiting from California, Saloon is a must-visit on my list. My west coast kids didn’t even understand what South Philly is, and the outstanding food they have been missing out on. I only wish we had more time because I can eat their food every night. Wonderful people, wonderful place, wonderful time!
G
Ginasic
Philadelphia
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service great as usual ! Great place for an excellent meal!
SS
SteveS
Philadelphia
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I haven’t been to The Saloon in over 10 years. Nothing has changed. Incredible service, attention to detail, amazing wine selection and creative cocktails. My friends and I felt valued at the restaurant and we’ll be back soon.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Indiana
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Saloon Restaurant is the best in the city. It’s worth every dollar. The ambience, the food and free parking make it wonderful!!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the old school authentic ambiance. Pair that with incredible food, drinks, and service… our experience was top notch! Gianna was so attentive yet she allowed for us to enjoy each other’s company as well as our meals. Can not wait to come back ❤️
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, first rate!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Steak was over cooked for what was ordered. Everything else was perfect.
BH
BigH
Philadelphia
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always awesome. Langostino to die for veal parmigiana was delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place to make memories! Wow. Fantastic food, service, everything!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an excellent experience
T
Tapper
Philadelphia
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Saloon is one of those “must go to restaurants” that is uniquely Philadelphia. Nestled in a family neighborhood in South Philadelphia, Saloon is filled with artifacts and collectibles that contribute to the overall cool vibe the place emits. I’m not exactly sure when it first opened but I’ve been dining these since my parents first took me to dinner in 1971. It’s totally old school but the restaurant has managed to stay current with consistent updates to their menu. Saloon doesn’t stand on their laurels. They keep innovating. The food is fantastic and the cocktails are very generous. Some of the highlights from our dinner were Saloon’s signature Clams Pavorotti and the Veal and Cheese Stuffed Pablano Peppers. Specials included Veal Medallions topped with Lobster Meat, a cream sauce, and paired with puréed squash. My guest enthusiastically enjoyed his seafood in a spicy red sauce over pasta. Be sure to save room for dessert because the daily selection is always great. I went for the coconut cake, a personal favorite of mine. Service is always excellent although our server last night kept having difficulty getting the drink order made correctly at the bar. That’s just an anomaly and not the norm. Don’t worry about driving down to the restaurant because Saloon maintains two free parking lots right on 7th Street. Just give your car and your keys to Nick and it will be securely looked over for the duration of your meal. Always an excellent experience at Saloon! It’s worth the price of admission. I will look forward to my next visit.
HF
HeidiF
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant is soooo good. The filet mignon is excellent. As are the veal, braciole, and crab pasta dinner. That is what my party had to eat so that is all I can speak for. They also have great drinks. I had a Mule with Joe’s strawberry water ice added, it was delicious. The langostinos are also awesome. It is on the expensive side, just a warning to check out the prices before you go, but totally worth it. The waitresses are great and there are always a ton of specials so do t make up your mind what you want before you go. Oh, and the dessert choices are awesome, the berry cobbler with vanilla ice cream is a delicious way to end the meal.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the atmosphere, service, and willingness of the chef to customize dishes to your liking. Highly recommend!!!!
T
Tayls413
Atlantic City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect as always!
B
Bart
Philadelphia
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I’ve been coming to the Saloon since it was cash only and it never misses a beat . Gianna was our server and was terrific !
M
Mike
Philadelphia
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Menu leans higher level Italian. Very good food. Great staff.
BD
BrianD
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Still one of the best restaurants in Philadelphia. The grilled langostino are incredible. All the waitstaff are extremely attentive and extremely efficient. Excellent cocktails. Great wine list.
Z
Zach
Philadelphia
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic service and good was excellent. Good portions and great quality.
L
Lisa
Philadelphia
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always pleased in every way!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best restaurant in the city !
j
joec
Philadelphia
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have been going to the Saloon soon after it opened and I have never been disappointed. Great food, great atmosphere, excellent consistency.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and amazing food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have never been disappointed with this restaurant. Been going here since the mid 80’s. Love that there is a parking lot with all the violence in Philadelphia. It’s a good feeling to feel safe
C
Carol
Philadelphia
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Saloon is now my favorite restaurant in Philly. Over the top delicious food and wonderful service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely everything was outstanding. Great friendly experience. A new favorite that I would recommend…wholeheartedly
S
Stella
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Love the atmosphere - Fred did great job at the bar while we waited for other guests. Our server Gianna was friendly, attentive, and lovely. My chicken dish was a delightful surprise - not something I would normally order! My favorite for years was my radicchio with crabmeat and it did not disappoint. My sister-in-law’s Filet mignon was done perfectly. Othermeals were veal piccante, steak braciola, pasta with crabmeat, and veal chop parmesan. All generous and delicious. My husband enjoyed and wants you to know how much he enjoyed his stuffed publano peppers.
S
harveyS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible, traditional South Philly Italian restaurant. I live for the Specials!!!!! Character servers and ambiance!!!!! Three stories of old world charm. Menu is exceptional and covers everything from meat to seafood to pastas to braciole etc etc and each dish is offered in a variety of ways.
MP
MelissaP
Raleigh
63 reviews
vip
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on May 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding! We lived in Philadelphia many years ago and frequented Saloon and always loved it. Even though we get to Philadelphia once or twice a year we’ve not been to Saloon for many moons. I actually started coming here when my parents would visit me ….probably beginning around 1976 and until the 90’s. Went with friends last night and WOW ! Excellent! Service was wonderful too. Radicchio salad , veal chop , langoustine special.. all top notch. It was hard to choose. Menu is filled with amazing choices. Lovely atmosphere. Hadn’t changed one bit and so looking forward to returning. Thank you and congrats for maintaining such a fabulous restaurant!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food, service, ambiance all wonderful. Will definitely go back
DM
DrewM
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience5
Definitely one of our favorites spots. Great food and a very traditional South Philly feel. Great time!
A
Abby
Philadelphia
94 reviews
vip
5.0
94 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never had a bad meal here. Seating doesn’t have you crowed in so you don’t hear the nearby table conversations. Great cocktails along with the food. Love the warm bread with pesto dip.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great vibe, love it!
JK
JKConductor53
Philadelphia
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was amazing; however, a table of 8 men were seated beside us, and their volume was difficult to contend with. The next time, I will make sure to request a table not near a large party.
KK
KailaK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was perfect, as always. Having not been there for several years, we looked forward to going. The food was just delicious and cooked to perfection and the service was excellent. Our server did a fantastic job and was just lovely. We entertained out of town friends and couldn’t have been happier. The Saloon has never disappointed. Thank you.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing meal. Always fresh and cooked to perfection. The staff is always friendly and never feel rushed.
WK
WilliamK
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience4
Bad bottle of wine. It happens. But two crab dishes came to the table without ANY crab. Waitress tried telling us: "it is underneath". Underneath what? The table? They fixed it. And a good evening ensued.
E
Elbo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Can’t say enough about how great everything was. Friendly waitstaff including the hostess and the guy clearing the table. And of course the food was soooo good! Looking forward to my next visit
G
Gemini018
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Pricy but worth it! Amazing appetizer that was made for our whole group - my meal was delightful…super cool spot!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My fiancé and I have been to The Saloon before but never just the two of us. We went to celebrate his 45th birthday and had the best night out in a long time. The food, drinks, ambiance, and service were all phenomenal. It was intimate enough for a date night but also dynamic enough where you felt like a part of the scene. Highly recommend and hope to go back soon!
PG
PeterG
Philadelphia
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
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Saloon Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 1779 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 2, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

750 S 7th St. Philadelphia, PA 19147

Additional information

Cross street
Fitzwater Street
Neighborhood
South Philly
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
FREE PARKING in our private lots (7th & Catharine, 7th & Fitzwater)There will be an attendant on each lot.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.saloonphilly.com/
Phone number
(215) 627-1811
Private party facilities
Please call for pricing and info between the hours of 9am and 4pm.

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Pasta

Lobster Francaise

Veal Parmigiano

Main

Escarole Soup$10.00

Saloon Salad$15.00

Caesar Salad$14.00

Pear and Burrata Salad$19.00

Spinach Salad$17.00

Octopus Salad$24.00

Clams Casino$17.00

Clams Pavorotti$18.00

Calamari & Peas$18.00

Steamed Mussels$18.00

Steamed Clams$16.00

Radicchio Veneziano$25.00

Roasted Peppers$17.00

Poblano Peppers$17.00

Ravioli of the Day$20.00

Rigatoni Sesso$12.00

Linguine Pescatore$32.00

Fettuccine Lobster Amatriciana$39.00

Angel Hair and Crab Meat$30.00

Eggplant Parmigiano$16.00

Bronzino Grenoblaise$38.00

Scampi Oscar$32.00

Lobster Francaise$48.00

Salmon Fruitti di Mare$40.00

Filet Moda$49.00

Petite Filet$40.00

New York Strip$45.00

Braciole$38.00

Veal Parmigiano$32.00

12 oz. Grilled Rib Chop$40.00

Veal Piccante$24.00

Veal Mondolaise$38.00

Chicken Melanzana$30.00

Bosses' Chicken$30.00

Spinach, Broccoli Rabe or Escarole$12.00

Sautéed Hot and/or Sweet Peppers$12.00

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes$9.00

Pasta$12.00

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