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Bistro Romano

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120 Lombard St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Philadelphia, PA 19147

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(215) 925-8880
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Best

Bistro Romano is a great place to eat whether it's a romantic dinner for two or a family dinner. The food is delicious and the restaurant is very cozy.

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The atmosphere was great, not so good food and not so speedy staff. You walk downstairs into a stone cellar, very romantic with low lighting. We were impressed. We were served wat...

You Won't Be Disappointed 3/5/2006

My wife and friends immensely enjoyed the dinner and supper club show that featured the City Rhythm Orchestra it was truly spectacular. I had been on the Bistro's mailing list for a while but had never been able to get there for dinner. I had read many of the reviews about the Bistro including Zagats but as good as they were they didn't adequately describe how wonderful both the cuisine and the staff are. I look forward to many a dinner in this fine establishment. The wait staff is personable, the piano bar was cozy and inviting. They made me feel like a frequent patron on my first visit......... Jay Brown...... Pros: Cuisine, Service, Reasonably Priced more
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Just Like My Itallian Granny's cooking 2/16/2006

What a place? Not even sure how i stumbled upon it approximately two years ago. The place never gets old. Amazing and unique daily dinner specials . I have been there many times with my wife and make it a point to treat the rest of my growing family to the unique ""old World"" Itallian flavors that hit your nose from every dish. The steak is out of this world; especially when there is smoked mozzarella on top. Well worth the money spent. I have been to all of the FANCY over priced yippy places in the city, but at Bistro Romano's you are at home feeling as though the restaurant is revolving around you and your special guest. Cannot say enough! Oh yeah, try the Ceaser sald! Out of this world and prepared table side! Oh, I even forgot the chocolate sprinkled, mouse drenched, cream puffs. AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pros: Atmosphere, quality servive, resaturant know-how Cons: none, at, all more
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Sensational Evening at Bistro Romano 2/15/2006

WOW, what a sensational evening we had. We tried the Caesar Salad prepared tableside, it was outstanding. We also had the smoked mozzarella and tomato salad which was equally delicious. I chose the tender veal saltimboca and my wife had a beautiful Stuffed Pork Chop which was on special that evening. The food is exceptional, and I mean really exceptional. For dessert we tried the tira misu and cannoli, both of which had superb flavor. We had a very nice bottle of Cabernet that was reasonably priced. The extensive wine list has received the Wine Spectator Award. We give Bistro only raves and compliments. The staff extremely professional and service was impeccable to every detail, the food excellent and remarkably delicious and the portions very large, the restaurant inviting with beautiful draperies. For an outstanding and unique dining experience with a romantic feel, Bistro Romano is highly recommended. Pros: Exceptional Food, Impeccable Service, Romantic Atmosphere more
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Over rated 12/21/2005

I have to say this. If you trully enjoy this restaurant, you don't know food. more
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Best in Philly 12/7/2005

Easily one of the best restaurants in Philadelphia. We were well very well attended to by the service staff. The food makes this restaurant outstanding, it was truely the best. The caesar salad was made at the table and was a real treat. The flavors of all the fresh ingredients combined to the finest caesar I've experienced. For entrees we had a duck with barolo wine sauce that was cooked to perfection and had an excellent flavor. We also had the gnocci with sausage, another great choice. The wine list is very extensive and fairly priced. We received a complementary lemoncello with our tira misu, another fabulous creation. I plan on returning next week with another couple. I can't say enough of how great our evening at Bistro Romano was. Keep up the excellent work! Pros: Food, Wine List, Service Staff more
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Outstanding Dinner 11/8/2005

My spouse and I had an excellent dinner at Bistro Romano last night. The food was outstanding, we started with the Caesar Salad which was prepared tableside and was the best we've tasted anywhere, we ordered the Lobster Ravioli and Filet Mignon - both of which were superb. And for dessert we had the Cannoli and Tira Misu - again both of which were clearly one of the best we've ever had including many NY restaurants which we visit. The server, I think his name was Brad provided very great attentive service. The manager came over to check on us during our entree and even sent over a complimentary Italian lemon liquor for an after dinner drink. Outstanding and highly recommended. Pros: Food, Service, Location Cons: Booked on Many Nights more
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Mediocre at best. 11/5/2005

Ambiance? I give them at least a 9.0. Service? A solid 8.5. But food? Overrated. The ""Best Ceasar Salad in Philadelphia"" was a ripoff for the 18.00 we spent on it. Sure, it's made tableside but not worth the hype. The one-glass-each of 'boring' Chianti was probably a bad call on our part but the food was inexcusable. The veal chop lacked flavor, and the smoked ravioli was a jumbled mismash of unmatched spices and sauce. The desserts tasted like Hersheys chocolate syrup... which would have been okay had we gotten something remotely like chocolate but ... in tiramisu?? No kaluha flavor, no espresso and the white chocolate mousse tasted more like sour cream than anything else. It was $122.00 of pure waste. Pros: ambiance, decor, wine list Cons: difficult to park, overrated more
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Homerun 9/17/2005

Excellent service and cuisine. Good presentation and flavor. Well prepared and served at proper temperature. Ambiance is exceptional. Intimate setting and a great historic building. Highly recommended. Pricing is moderate. Pros: Atmosphere, ambiance, food quality Cons: Tough getting a reser more
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Great food - Very Romantic 8/20/2005

I've been to Bistro Romano 3 times now and the food is excellent (the Filet Barolo is the best steak I've ever had), the service is great and I love the ambience...very romantic. Location is near South Street do finding parking is the only con. Cons: Parking more
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Excellent Restaurant 6/28/2005

My wife and I had an excellent dinner last Saturday night. We were celebrating our anniversary in the wine cellar, we called a few weeks in advance to reserve it, it was sensational. A private dining room for two, very romantic. The caesar salad was outstanding and prepared at our table. It was the best version of caesar we have tasted. For entrees I had the stuffed filet and my wife the lobster ravioli. Both were excellent. The filet was stuffed with spinach, roasted peppers and a nice provolone cheese. The ravioli was to die for. For dessert we shared tira misu, another superb creation. The manager, I think his name was Alex even sent us an after dinner drink of lemoncello. I felt like we were back in Positano. Our server was very caring and she seemed to anticipate what we needed even before we requested it. Highly Recommended Pros: Excellent Food, Wine Cellar, Caesar Salad more
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wonderful 6/15/2005

Everything here from the drinks to the food, to the surroundings was wonderful. The acting was superb and kept everyone guessing. I would definitely go again. more
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Superb 6/14/2005

I have been dining at the Bistro for over 12 years and in all that time I have never experienced anything other than excellent food and friendly service. The owners, Mike and Joette are always at the front door to greet us with a smile and a welcome back! The artichoke and mushroom appetizer melts in your mouth and the Caesar salad, which is made at your table, is superb! The selection of main courses, from traditional Italian dishes to seafood and meats are absolutely scrumptious! Go with your partner or take a group, it is most definitely an enjoyable dinner! more
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Better than the Prom 6/14/2005

Instead of the Prom saw the dinner theater, fabulous food and a funny show. Added a horse and carraiage at the door (seperate cost) and made a memory we'll always cherish. The next step is to eat in the exclusive wine cellar on an aniversary. Exceptional interior that captures the flavor of the city and leads into a great night in old town. Dinner theater option is a good value vs heading to NYC. Pros: atmosphere, service, value Cons: parking more
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Best of Philly 6/8/2005

Clearly one of the best restaurants in the city. Food is always great (steaks, pastas, seafood), atmosphere is second to none. There is no better table for a date or anniversary than the wine cellar room. Recommend: Call ahead and reserve. I also have been there several times on business dinners. Perfect bar area for drinks before dinner, good menu with different options and quiet but active atmosphere and most important, consistently good. more
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Wonderful food and atmosphere 6/6/2005

Great place -- for young couples, business folks, visitors and neighbors! Don't miss the wonderful setting and the terrific food. Very diverse menu. more
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Above and Beyond 6/6/2005

This restaurant went above and beyond in giving my wife and I the most romantic anniversary dinner ever. The food and service were exceptional. Highly recommended. Ask for the wine celler if possible especially if it is a special occasion. A hidden gem in philly. Pros: Food, Service, Ambiance more
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Best Date Restaurant Around! 6/2/2005

Bistro Romano is an excellent spot to cozy up with a date or even a group of friends. The dim lighting and excellent ambience is amazing in the quant downstairs dining room. The food is amazing , especially the table side ceasar salads! The servers at Bistro Romano are also very friendly and helpful with suggestions for the phenominal wine list. I would highly recommend this restaurant for all get togethers and dates. Pros: Service, Presentation, Ambience Cons: , No Parking Lot more
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Bistro Romano - consistently superior 5/31/2005

From the time you enter until you're ready to leave, Bistro's management & staff do their best to make your meal memorable. Even during peak dinner time, each course is well prepared and served at the right pace. Specials of the day are inventive and offer great value. And, their attention to detail during our visit and their follow-up between visits, makes you feel appreciated. Pros: Superb cuisine, excellent service, fine wines @fair cost Cons: bar area >crowded more
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User review by harryfini 5/31/2005

I cannot choose which I like the best -- ambience, warm friendly service, outstanding food, or value for an incredible night. All are simply superb! more
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Homemaker gets a night out and loves it! 5/31/2005

I went to the Dinner Theatre with my church group, a bunch of women. We saw the murder mystery dinner theater. We were seated immediately by wonderful and gracious hosts. I attended with a broken ankle, and the waitstaff even thought to offer me an extra chair to prop my ankle up. The baked alaksan salmon was to die for wonderfully complimented by the seasoned vegetables. The actors singing voices left something to be desired, however, I feel that was all part of their act. I sincerely enjoyed myself, due to the waitstaff/actor, the cozy ambience and delicious food. I would reccommend taking a date, your mother, a bachelorette party, or any occasion to the Bistro Romano. Pros: Waitstaff, Inexpensive, Ambience more
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  • In Short
    Housed in an 18th century granary, Bistro Romano is a dramatic dining experience. The entrance opens to a bar with a copper wall fixture rescued from an old steamer ship. The...

  • 11/7/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Mon-Sun: 4pm-11pm
  • Neighborhoods: Center City East, Center City
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