4. Restaurants

Pub & Kitchen

1946 Lombard St, Philadelphia, PA, 19146
  • (215) 545-0350
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  • Lilah T.

    Can't go wrong with this place. Great cocktails, awesome food, and cute/sweet staff. I suggest the cheese plate (they serve it on a cutting board that looks like the middle of a tree) and the menu changes a decent amount that you never get bored with the options.

    (5)

  • Grace S.

    Much more of an authentic English pub than the Dandelion but the food is not as good. The burger (we asked for medium rare and got a square patty that was medium at best) was very tasteless and not juicy at all, but the fries were good. The Thai chili mussels were very disappointing b/c it seemed that the mussels were not cooked in the sauce, which was pretty tasty. The outside area seemed really nice but it's still much too cold outside. We really enjoyed the ale that the waitress recommended -- it was dark chocolatey and very good. Very chill place to hang out on weekends but think the food is kinda pricey and not very quality.

    (3)

  • Nathan L.

    A few rambling points before I return to sobbing, as if for a lost loved one: Pub and Kitchen has officially sold us all out. 1. Not one appetizer under $9 - WTF. The side salad costs nine dollars. Nine. Dollars. WHO THE HELL DO THEY THINK THEY ARE? 2. REALLY bad service. It's as if they pride themselves on how bitchy they can be to customers. 3. What happened to the menu? This place used to have great food, but for whatever reason, they cut all the good stuff out. 4. Take a look at many of the recent reviews... they all are pointing in the same direction. The consensus is, this place is beginning to suck. If I could give one star without getting filtered, trust me, I would. The beer list is the one thing Pub and Kitchen has going for it. Unfortunately for P&K, there are plenty of places in Philly to have a good beer. So let's review: OVERPRICED (this is not coming from a cheap-ass), BITCHY, UNDERWHELMING, and SUCKY. Take it from me: Go anywhere else. Stick your face in a box fan. Save your $9. The humanity.

    (2)

  • Felicia D.

    The food is just as stellar at P&K as it was when I was the first to review the joint back when it first opened. The spicy, lip-tingling pulled pork is my go-to, but my friends enjoyed their crabcake sandwiches and coconut-whispered mussels. The burger's lights have not dimmed over the past two years, either. What sets P&K apart these days is how absolutely refined the service has become. Our server, Beth, wound off the specials of the evening with such love and knowledge I was tempted to order all of them, especially the organic, juicy meatloaf sandwich on brioche toast with grilled onions. Not only was she superbly versed in the menu, Beth was quick, efficient and funny. She is an obvious professional who enhanced our experience exponentially. Lastly, the decor here has always been great, but the additions of the flower planters outside and ringing the fairy-light wrapped trees has transported the outdoor dining section. It's just gorgeous, and makes dining outside on a cool spring evening a joy.

    (4)

  • Erica M.

    Solid 3.5, rounded up for great service and outdoor seating. Despite living in the area for quite a while, we made our first trip to Pub and Kitchen recently (since the new chef and new menu). We were expecting upscale pub food (like gastropub) and were quite surprised when the menu wasn't gastropub food at all. Unfortunately, we came with a picky eater and she didn't see a single thing on the menu she liked except a side salad. This is definitely not a restaurant for picky eaters - the menu is quite limited (we kept thinking we were missing a page). We ended up starting with the olive and fennel bread, which was fantastic. My favorite part of the meal. The Westside cocktail was delicious and quite refreshing...the punch was just wayyyyyy too strong. I enjoyed my mussels (not the best in the world, but solid), my fiance's burger was fantastic (two patties, cooked at a good medium, super flavorful), and my friend's "young lettuce" side salad was really good as well (I don't know what's different about young lettuce, but I suppose it's good that they don't use old lettuce.). I was given 1 slice of baguette to soak up my mussel broth and when I asked for more, they brought me 1 more slice. Seemed awfully stingy. Overall, I think we'd go back if we were in the mood for a burger and tasty cocktails. But expect to pay $22+ for entrees and around $15 for small plates (which I believe is considerably pricier than the old P&K). If you're looking for higher end bar food instead, I'd recommend Sidecar for a nearby spot.

    (4)

  • Annie D.

    Came in with a friend for late night cocktails and wine. Bartender was friendly, knowledgeable, and offered great drink options. I had the daiquiri. It wasn't the most original cocktails, but was still a smooth and delightful drink. Purchased a bottle of cabernet to go. Yum! To say the least, I'm glad we stopped by. Decor: Atmosphere was very comforting. Reminded me of a few hip or "in-the-now" spots in LA or NY. Perfect place to take a date.

    (4)

  • Shaun O.

    Ended up here for the roomie's bday-turned out be a pretty solid pick on his part. First plus-its 5 minutes away from my place (living in Grad Hospital is spoiling me). Second, great selection of beers here and the service in bringing them is pretty solid. I had one of their burgers (since I didn't want to go with their $20 entree plates) and for $14, it is quite a serving that you get it. It was the Pallentine burger, if I remember correctly. Overall, a pretty solid place for dinner and drinks....just remember to bring a little extra cash, as the entrees are a little on the pricy side-but definitely worth it.

    (4)

  • Noheli T.

    My overall experience at Pub & Kitchen was wonderful! It was pretty busy for a Saturday night, which made it a little bit hard to hold a conversation. The burgers are delicious and the drinks are wonderful! The only negative that I have is that it's a bit pricey but I would definitely worth the price!

    (4)

  • Zoe P.

    It was a serious travesty that, after living ONE BLOCK away for a year, we hadn't eaten at Pub & Kitchen. Until now. Street seats always look filled, so we figured a popular neighborhood place - nearly every night of the week - had to be good. The interior was WAAAY too cold when we arrived for dinner, but thankfully there was an open table outside for the two of us that we snagged. I'd rather be a little warm than freezing, and at least there was a breeze moving the humid air and our ice cold water kept being refilled by attentive staff. I wasn't too hungry - heat does that to me - so I decided to order two appetizers and forgo a drink. But my fiance ordered the special IPA they had on tap after our waitress said it was supposedly considered THE BEST IPA out there. He had to agree after his first sip. We didn't wait long for food, and what came out of the kitchen was great. I got the steamed manila clams with fennel, roma tomatoes, and a white wine sauce with two pieces of grilled bread to start, and the clams were cooked perfectly (although I wish there had been a few more!). I even allowed my fiance a piece of bread to sop up the delicious broth, which he loves to do. I also ordered the crispy Farmer's egg, breaded and fried, and served atop poached white asparagus, with prosciutto aspic and pickled mustard. An unusual looking dish, and very minimal, but the subtle flavors work and I cleaned that plate. My fiance went with my suggestion and tried one of their burgers, the Parliament Burger with carver's bacon, english cheddar, pub sauce, and fries. I even got a small bite and that is a damn fine burger - the fries are quite good, too! Now we know why everyone in our 'hood seems to grab a table the moment it's free. Good food, good drinks, and good service - can't ask for much more! We'll be back...to try that other burger...

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    This place is great if you need to get away from the crowds in mid city. The food is very good almost excellent. The cocktails were good also. I think the crowd that goes there may not be into what the owner is trying to do, but it's damn good. It would be an excellent place in NYC and people would flock there. Loved that you could bring your own vinyl records to play. Wish I lived here so I could run home and bring some in. Went a bit early around 6 or 7 and it was comfortable by the time I was done eating it was really crowded and noisy. I enjoyed at first being able to sit at the bar enjoy some drinks and food and listen to the record being played. Not sure if the crowd was a fluke or they happen every night.

    (4)

  • Earl L.

    So far so good. The new menu looks great. I've only tasted 2 things thus far, but they were both excellent. The veal tender is an egg/tuna salad topped with sous vide slices of seared veal. It's not a large portion of food, but being mostly protein, it's a filling appetizer. The mussels with chorizo were also very good. I don't know where they get their mussels, but they were the plumpest, sweetest mussels I've had in a long time, and they were expertly cooked- not a single overdone mussel on the plate. I might go back tonight.

    (4)

  • Allison B.

    I must have ordered the wrong thing. Pub & Kitchen has a welcoming outdoor appearance. It almost looks like the side of a barn, and their trees that line the street are decorated with white lights. Inside it is truly lovely, warm and cozy, with dimmed lights, booths, and an accommodating staff- hence the three star rating. I wanted my meal to be delicious, I wanted this place to be my new go-to, I really did. But like I said, I must have ordered the wrong thing. I got the soup of the day, which was a carrot-ginger bisque, topped with a swirl of cream and a few cooked shallots. It was served warm, not hot (I like my food served extremely hot) and to be honest, the dish was just too shallow to charge $7 a bowl. Tasty, but it didn't blow my mind. And they didn't even include a piece of bread. My arugula salad was not anything like it was described. Supposedly "tossed with roasted root vegetables," the arugula was topped with raw, tasteless veggies with an equally tasteless vinaigrette. I asked the kind server to bring me more dressing, which is something I have never done in my entire life. It didn't really help. Towards the end of my salad, I found some kind of rock/seed hybrid that felt like it cracked my tooth. I sent back the salad and it was comped. I am willing to give the place another shot, if only because I've heard so many other good things. I'll order the right thing next time.

    (3)

  • Christine B.

    I live about 3 blocks from P&K, and have been wanting to go there for the burger in order to compare it with the other burgers in the city. I finally made it on a pleasant evening that permitted outdoor seating for awhile until it started drizzling. I decided to just go for the Churchill burger, and it did not disappoint. Really my 5 stars are just for this burger. I added cheddar to it, although next time I wouldn't, it really doesn't need anything extra. The meat was so tender, juicy, and flavorful. The flavor was very different than any other burger I've had, but oh soooo good. It was perfectly medium, and the onions were caramelized beautifully. They were so sweet that they really didn't taste like onions, in a good way. At the moment this burger tops my list, but I need to get back to Village Whiskey asap to give that one another try. I would also be interested to try P&K's regular burger. Side note, had the strawberry sangria. It was disappointing, just tasted like white wine that they threw a strawberry slice into.

    (5)

  • Lils N.

    Pros: the food is decent, portions aren't too crazy big or small, and it has pretty good service. The drinks are also made pretty well. I ordered a salad and shared some fries and I was pretty full! Cons: it's SO DARK in there! I couldn't see if my friends were inside so I had to wait outside just to be seen.... Another con is the wait time. I came on a Thursday, around 7pm and I waited over 1 hour. We had almost everyone there except for 1 person who was stuck in traffic, so we had to stand around outside since it was too loud inside to carry a conversation...

    (4)

  • Vinny P.

    I'm basing this review after visitig (or attempting to visit) P&K several times now. I will begin by saying that I find the layout to be pretty good with the exception of the back room. Something about dining there just makes you feel less connected to the normal energy and flow of the place. The beer selection is small but tastefully chosen. They always seem to have Old Speckled Hen on tap. I've never had a problem ordering drinks even on packed bar nights. If you're eating at P&K then you definitely want to have the burger. It's pretty ridiculously awesome. I've had it three times now and it never disappoints me or any of the people I've dragged their with me. I've had the mussels as well and they were nomtastic. I have a feeling that all of their food is spot on and there's not a bad thing on the menu. I knock them down a couple stars because times I have gone there it has either been so packed that it wasn't worth the wait or because one hot summer evening I tried to go there and either they weren't running the AC or they didn't have any. Needless to say, I had to leave. It was just too hot in there to enjoy any food. They don't take reservations which just bothers me. For me, if I know where I'm going in advance, I want to call and have a table reserved for me. From the restaurant's standpoint I'm sure they don't want to book up there tables for a bunch of no shows. I guess it's just crappy because I feel that their level of food is of the quality where I should be able to reserve a table. I will make return trips. It's always a nice place to stop in. Maybe I just need to go some more. I really want to give it more stars, I just can't right now.

    (3)

  • MaryAnn Z.

    Like a few other reviewers, I live very nearby. I have to admit I loved Chaucer's for what it was, and it was much more welcoming as a neighborhood establishment than P&K is. Our service was decent, and the burger was incredible, but if you don't like fish, you're very limited on food options. While I think the remodel is prettty, I don't think the sit-down fancy-shmance thing they're trying to do is very conducive to the layout. They don't seem to like having people in the bar to watch sports, and given how loud I can hear the crowd during big games, they should ease up on that. I don't know. It's not a bad place. It's nice. But it's pretty unremarkable. I kind of hope it shuts down and reopens as something that I would suggest to people who don't live in the neighborhood. Right now, the only thing it has going for it is its proximity to my house.

    (3)

  • JC C.

    Really impressed with my experience here. The Churchill Burger is the best hamburger I've ever had in my life, calling it a hamburger almost seems to be doing it a disservice. Very respectable beer selection, interesting cocktail menu (glad to see Rye represented), bring your own vinyl nights, beautiful attentive severs, tasteful decor, reasonable prices, out door seating options in a nice neighborhood, what more could you want?

    (5)

  • Julia N.

    I seem to keep finding myself sitting outside here this summer, and I've had very consistent experiences. Things start off smoothly - you order a drink, maybe a special sangria, which might underwhelm you with its one-note apple juice flavor, maybe a Founders Pale Ale or something else off the short but well-chosen beer list. Maybe you'll share some pub snacks with your friends - plain heirloom tomatoes that might leave you wishing you'd saved your $3 for the farmer's market instead, or polenta and smoked tomato relish, which is rather delightful. Green gazpacho is brilliantly spicy, and the fries are just fine with their rich sauce. I recommend ordering all your food and drinks together at the beginning, because at some point, you'll think about drinking another beer or trying some broccoli rabe, but your server won't be around. This marks the beginning of the end. You won't mind waiting at first. You'll finish your drink, talk to your friends, watch the people strolling by. Some while later, ice clinking in empty cocktail glasses, straws desperately sucking at the three drops of water you have left, empty plates scattered across the table, you'll end up having to hunt down your server for the check and eventually escape, wondering why you keep coming back here.

    (3)

  • Jay M.

    We had lunch here today and I wasn't impressed at all. The service SUCKED. We were about to leave when the waiter finally came over. I was again about to leave when the food finally showed up. The food was fine, but my burger wasn't worth the $18. There were only 4 tables including us and a few people at the bar. When we were finished the waiter kept looking over at us, but never came over. I finally had to get up and go ask him for the check. WTF?

    (1)

  • lyndsey F.

    This is my brunch review: 1. I'm a Philly girl, I love soft pretzels. 2. I'm a Jewish girl, I love smoked salmon. 3. I'm a party girl, I love booze. So when you mix all three of them, put them on a plate together and then put that plate at a restaurant down the street from my house, it's a total deal maker. All I'm saying is that the toasted fennel soft pretzel with vodka cured salmon is amazing. And their brunch drinks (many of which contain my fave, st. germain) are amazing. I just feel very blessed to have P&K brunch in my life. I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT I FORGOT TO MENTION THAT ABBA WAS PLAYING. I'm upping the star count for Waterloo.

    (5)

  • Laura C.

    good food, fun atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Jessica W.

    The Bread Pudding is amazing! The Churchill burger is pretty good. It's supposed to be a custom blend of meat which is exciting, but at that price I think there are other burgers in the neighborhood that taste better. I think for the price you're better off going with the regular burger and adding what you want. A friend of mine had celery root soup that she said was great! I love the french fries... they're a great snack. Love the beer list. The staff here is always very nice... from hosts to bartenders to servers, really great service. I went to a private party in the room upstairs last month, our bartender was very sweet and the room was the perfect place for our party. All of the food they made for the party was incredible.

    (4)

  • Ashley L.

    I live a block away so thought it was about time to try this place out! I'm a burger fan and saw that theirs was listed as one of the best in Philly. Naturally, I had to try it out for myself. Reasonably priced, but was disappointed to learn that cheese was $2 extra. Sadly, I was disappointed again to find hardly any cheese on my burger! You'd think they would pile it on if you're paying extra for it. The burger itself was good, but nothing special. Haven't tried anything else on the menu but won't be ordering the burger again!

    (3)

  • Megan M.

    Hoped for better, but it has its charms. Popped in for an early Sunday dinner on a very warm fall afternoon. We didn't have to wait for an outside table, but we hadn't been there very long before the traffic started to pick up and people had to wait to be seated. This place has a great atmosphere; large windows open to the outside, big bar, small tables outside. Coasters with Tolkien quotes on them and a pig-rabbit logo? This place is right up my alley! Unfortunately, those were the high points. Service was mediocre at best. Our waiter was slow at times and too eager to rip unfinished food or drinks out from under us at others. Plus, he was clearly too cool for school, which someone should remind servers, doesn't feed my incentive to generously tip. My friend and I had the pulled pork sandwiches. Good, but I have had better for cheaper. Fries were not worth eating. Since it's not in my immediate neighborhood, I wouldn't hurry back, but I would definitely go again to try something else (and another waiter). It could be a really great place, so I've got my fingers crossed for them.

    (3)

  • Michael B.

    This restaurant/bar is so much fun, and the food is great. While it is annoying that they do not take reservations, it is fun to stand at the bar and have a drink while waiting for a table. This is a trendy, fun place to dine and have a few drinks. I have been here twice, and both times have been a great experience. This is an awesome place to go with a group of friends.

    (4)

  • Meems C.

    Went last Wednesday night on a whim with my friend from out of town. Can I just say - wow! I'm definetly a fan. From the outside, it was very quiet and didn't look like much. Upon opening the door and pushing through the curtain, it was bustling! We were greeted warmly by the hostess who seated up right away at a corner table that reminded me of Italian joints, where you're super close to your neighbor. It was SUPER dark, the menu was short and simple, and the beer list was tiny, but definetly worth going for. Our server greeted up promptly and when I asked about certain beers, she gave excellent recommendations. We decided to begin with the wings and weren't disappointed. Only gripe was that the plates were a little too large for the size of our table. Nonetheless, everything was simply delicious. My friend ordered the pulled pork and I ordered their famous burger. Any burger that is made with creekstone beef, I'm in. It's a steep $18, but it's the best burger I've ever had - period. My friend gobbled the pulled pork without coming up for air and finished the entire plate. We loved everything, from the atomsphere to the service, and of course, the food. Warning : Just because it's called "Pub" and Kitchen, doesn't mean it will look or feel like your old neighborhood pub or even resemble the prices. It's a step up and if you don't want to spend the cash, go elsewhere. Cannot wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    Can't believe it took me this long to check this place out as it is right around the corner from my apartment. Big mistake on my part, I've been missing out. Although the prices lean toward the expensive site, it was well worth the dining experience. The bar is a great place to post up before eating, lots of high quality drafts on tap with enough variety for ones mood. Interesting variety of people, all ages likely just representing the locals. As for the meal, we had some mussels which were average. Not as much flavor as I had hoped but still enjoyable with no signs of sand (my ultimate pet peeve) Now for the burger which gets its own paragraph. This was the juiciest piece of meat I have ever tasted in burger form. This special blend they bring in is no joke. I opted for cheese but next time might keep it au natural. The ultimate compliment I can give is I did not ask for ketchup which is unheard of. The fries were tasty also, perfectly seasoned. Go treat yourself asap.

    (4)

  • Alexa R.

    Great crowd. Great service. Good food. Bad prices. Sat outside at a highly coveted sidewalk table on Friday night to celebrate a friend's birthday. Had the beet salad and some mussels. Also had a few glasses of savignon blanc. The prices are just too high - I know it is Rittenhouse Light, but you can do better than that.

    (3)

  • Becky L.

    Coming into Philadelphia for the weekend to visit my sister, hitting up the train directly after work and arriving in late Friday night, meant we were worried about finding a good place to eat. In DC when its past 11, your options are usually somewhat limited to Jumbo Slice, Ben's Chili Bowl, Amsterdam Falafel or their ilk -- good late night places (well not Jumbo Slice) with cheap satisfying food. We wanted something more substantial and less greasy, so we were happy when my sister suggested Pub & Kitchen. Her friends had been raving about it and they served their full menu until 1 am. Food: We ordered a lot at the table, the best part being I got to try it all. And all of it was great. The most delicious gnocchi I've ever tasted (served with crab and vegetables); amazing wings in honey whiskey sauce (which are also probably the biggest bargain on the menu, a huge plate for $9); a great, perfectly dressed arugula salad with watermelon, mint and feta; and a hearty and flavorful burger. If I had to choose a weak spot it would be the fries that came with the burger, a little soggy, but such a minor complaint. Everything else was great. Drinks: I had (okay several) mojitos, which tasted crisp and clean, with a generous amount of mint and not overdone on the sugar. I also tried the sangria which was good but nothing to write home about. Great variety of beers that the rest of the table chose from. Service: From looking at the other reviews, it seems that service can be spotty. But we had great service and a fairly attentive server. It helped that the bar wasn't too crowded but I never felt like I had to wait for anything. Finally, they have a pig-rabbit for their logo. Awesome! (although it creeped out my bf a little bit, I love it).

    (5)

  • Stef A.

    James L. you MUST get the dessert next time. The banana bread pudding is amazing and my boyfriend and I went to pub and kitchen solely for this item last night. AND...best of all, the chef gave us our dessert for free. I have no idea why but I think it might have something to do with the fact that we were shoving the bread pudding in our mouths when he came over to ask us how we liked it and I couldn't answer him right away because my mouth was too full. That's my guess. Anyway, I am a huge fan of pub and kitchen. I love the warm and cozy atmosphere, the burgers are good, and the fries w/aoili dipping sauce are addicting.

    (4)

  • Michael G.

    Nice pub food, styled up a level or two. Always enjoy the draft list, good service. Too crowded on sports nights, if you're only there for the food. Clientele is lots of button-up shirts.

    (4)

  • Marc Z.

    The bar atmosphere and outdoor dining has always been excellent at the Pub & Kitchen and a good beer + wine list to boot. What has changed is the food; the menu is strange (e.g. the only chicken dish is for 2 and $48), but the true stab in the heart is the disappearance of the Churchill Burger to be replaced by something with 2 small patties that is reminiscent of a Big Mac on a ciabatta roll. It is a true shame, I used to take people here to experience the best burger in town (maybe the best anywhere). I would potentially still stop in for drinks if I was in the neighborhood, but I don't see a reason to go out of my way to make this a dining destination anymore.

    (2)

  • elanya m.

    I went again this past Thursday after dinner at Amis...PnK is usually my favorite place but I was so turned off last night it might be awhile til I head back. Three of us were all standing at the bar watching the TV (all star game) and the bartender just up and turned it to some random channel!!! Everyone I was with thought it had to of been a mistake and there was no way that she didn't see us watching! We ended up not saying anything but someone else must have because within 2 minutes she turned it back....she is the only rude bartender in the whole place...

    (3)

  • Sophia S.

    Really tasty burgers and drinks and a cool decor. BUT, after eating there my boyfriend and I both felt ill. I mean, run for the toilet ill. And I do not have a weak stomach. With all their emphasis on high-quality ingredients....they may want to check on the expiration dates of their grass fed beef....

    (2)

  • Thomas W.

    Holy holy holy Christ. How in the world is this dude George still working here and diarrhea-spraying all over customers?? I totally forgot I had a Yelp account until I I ran into this chubby shithead at the bar again when a couple of good friends told me to swing through to P&K. To be fair, he was fine with me but rolling his eyes and just being a pretentious dick to a bunch of people there. I dunno, whatever, my bonus check clears tomorrow and this dude is still here being a miserable SOB so i guess that makes me feel better.

    (1)

  • Natasha K.

    I went on a Saturday afternoon with my husband for my birthday, and we sat outside. I have to say, my husband and I are in the food industry and have been to a lot of places like this, but this menu was the most expensive of its style that I've seen. We got the special appetizer, a crab and artichoke pot, which was underwhelming (and loaded with celery, which I'm not a fan of at all), as well as small, for $12. I got the Churchill burger for my main, which I couldn't help but feel was a waste of aged beef; you couldn't really taste it under everything else, and I ordered it rare but it was ice cold and raw in the center, which was a little TOO rare for me. The fries were pretty decent, but for $22 I expected a lot more. My husband got the pulled pork sandwich, which he said was, "Very good, but I wish it came with fries or something, I'm still kinda hungry." He wound up eating my fries after he finished. We got the chocolate tarte for dessert, which was simple and quite good, especially the lemon curd. Wish there had been more of it! My wine was $10 a glass, and the first glass definitely tasted like the bottle had been open for a while; also, it didn't even look like I was poured 2 full fingers, and it wasn't a big wine glass. I had 2 glasses, and my husband had 2 draft beers, which were about $9 each, a Sly Fox and Hundred Pound Monkey. Our server was good, very attentive, as he should have been since we were his only table, as he told us later. Overall, I felt like the food really fell short considering the price of everything. The bill came to $100 for the two of us before tip, and my husband was still kind of hungry. I have had far better meals for half the price at places like Memphis Taproom or South Philly Taproom, especially if you're looking for good beer. I'm not against smaller portions of really delicious, unique food, but this menu was neither of those things; everything tasted predictable and ordinary, and I just can't excuse that for the prices they're charging. There are too many similar places in the city to choose from, I think they need to step it up a bit.

    (2)

  • Rob F.

    My trip to Pub and Kitchen was an unplanned lunch after some hanging in Rittenhouse Square on a perfect fall afternoon. Outdoor seating was a must. I was looking at a menu and it was rather small and read in an unimpressive way. The waiter sold me on a burger which was their special on this day, the meat came blended from a high end butcher in NYC. Supposedly he had never until now let this blend of meat out of the city. Pub and Kitchen had exclusivity to this meat which peaked my interest in what can a "high end butcher" from nyc do that I haven't seen before with a burger. The burger came with caramelized onions on a bun. The meat lived up to the height of exclusive beef. Although I don't plan on spending 18$ for a burger again anytime soon. My tastebuds were more then satisfied. I will describe this meal as I would when I describe the eating experience of any of my favorite foods... when the burger was gone, I was a little bit sad.

    (3)

  • Kevin C.

    Great neighborhood spot. Recently changed the burger and the new one is great. Pulled Pork Sammy is even better. Good crowd, good atmosphere, a place to go in your 30s and not feel old

    (5)

  • Casey K.

    sorta pricey, but this place has character. it makes a hella good bloody mary (i prefer the spicy one), and it used to make a tasty churchill burger. the dry aged beef and caramelized onions were worth the $18 price tag. i usually take my out of town friends here and they are duly impressed -- a stocked bar and the wood accents really show off the best of philly.

    (4)

  • Tawny D.

    First things first, the SANGRIA (fabulous, wonderful, delicious, etc!) A last minute decision for the boyfriend's birthday turned out to be a WONDERFUL choice! Bells brewery was there and their $40 food & beer pairings were beyond spot on, couldn't compliment them enough on it! It was the groups first time there and it was a great, close atmosphere to sit close, chat, and share all of the wonderful food! Sometimes there is nothing better then small candle votives, a soft breeze blowing in the open windows, and the true feel of a pub out in the country side. Everything on the menu was possibly ordered from the cool avocado soup, to the hanger steak, right on down to the macaroni & cheese. Oh, and of course someone ordered the famous burger, and yes, the positive rumors proved true, it was delectable! A wonderful atmosphere for both the couple looking for a quaint night out and the rowdy group looking to satisfy both hunger and thirst! Only thing I am a bit verklempt about was not being able to sit and have a pint at the bar! Next time though!

    (4)

  • PJ H.

    Went to pub and kitchen to eat some food and witness Doc Halladay make history. The bar was great, with a good amount of Phils fans and good draft beer specials. They also had dollar oysters which is enough to get me almost anywhere. I had the flying fish octoberfest? whatever it was good. I had the fish and chips which were excellent. And the truffle dijonaisse was very very good. Be prepared for a very intense truffle flavor. The reviews that i read prior to entering this place really bashed the service. I thought the service was great, our waitress was really friendly and attentive, filling our beers and water, and not rushing us at all. Definitely reccommend this place for a casual drink and some good food to go along with it. Also a sweet logo.

    (4)

  • Lydia H.

    The hubs and I stopped by Pub & Kitchen for the first time last Saturday, and enjoyed a lovely evening. The ambience is great - we sat at the bar and loved the look of it. It was dark enough to have some good ambiance, but light enough that I could see the menu. We only had drinks, but they have a nice selection of beers on tap and other adult beverages. The food seems... interesting? A little fussy for my taste, and certainly pricey ($18 for a burger!), so I'm not sure we'll go there to eat. We did, however, smell the french fries that the couple next to us ordered, and they smelled divine. Great neighborhood place for a drink.

    (4)

  • Lauren T.

    Holy Schnikes! Seriously?! Seriously. What a lovely and amazing hamburger. Sure the ambiance was great and the server seemed nice and blah blah blah, but once that hamburger arrived at my table, we were in a zone. Bombs could've been dropped on the table next to us, the restaurant could've caught on fire, Will Smith could've entered the building and me and the burger would've remained undisturbed in our blissful bubble. The medium-rare was in fact, pretty darn rare, as the server assured me it would be. It was juicy and beautifully complimented by the cheddar and bacon and soft but sturdy bun. I'm gonna go write some flowery prose and love songs about it, cause this might be my soulmate of burgers.

    (5)

  • Holly T.

    I like Pub & Kitchen a lot, but I really wish I could LOVE it. It is, after all, my corner bar. As far as bars go, it's actually a great all-around choice, since it's got really good cocktails, a nice beer selection, and decent wine, there's something for everyone. The food is also pretty much excellent all around. I've tried both their burgers, and they're both wonderful, for different reasons. I actually prefer the Parliament burger overall, and not because it's cheaper, but just because it's more manageable (and, who can resist the call of cheese & bacon). I really do like the Churchill burger, and appreciate why it is served plain, because the grass fed local beef is incredibly rich and intense. I admit that it's simply too much burger for me personally, but it's definitely worth a try. I love it here on a warm day when the windows are wide open and you can sit outside or at the bar in front of the windows, facing the street. I love it when natural light is flooding in, it's not too crowded, and it just feels peaceful. Unfortunately, I just don't like the atmosphere much at night, especially with the door & windows closed, and it's full of people. The music can get really loud (kind of clubby, even, which is a total turnoff), the people can get really loud, it's so dark you can't see anything, and it kind of feels douchey, when I'd rather it feel cozy & neighborhood-y. Anyway, that aside, my only minor complaint is that I wish the beer selection would rotate a little more. It actually feels silly to nitpick what is otherwise an awesome place, but like I said, I would really like to love it. Now, I was just about to post this before NYE, then we ended up there NYE evening and had a blast. It wasn't too crowded, it wasn't too dark, the music was still loud but since it was 80s music it was awesome, everyone was friendly and in a good mood, the bartenders were accommodating when we looked up a cocktail recipe on the internet and asked if they could make it, etc. Super awesome experience. It sort of made me feel guilty about not posting a more glowing review. But then, we had some lovely experiences at some of our other local places recently, and this confirmed for me that Pub & Kitchen still lacks that that feeling of "ahhh, welcome home" that I wish it would have. So, I'll keep this at 4 stars for now and hope that repeated experiences will eventually bring it up to the 5 I have a feeling it deserves.

    (4)

  • Ava W.

    Bread Pudding was amazing. Hands down! Pulled pork burger was also great

    (4)

  • Carrie G.

    I visited Pub and Kitchen a couple of weeks ago while my boyfriend was in town. It was a beautiful day outside, and we were looking for a quiet outdoor space to sip a cocktail and maybe nibble on some food. Pub and Kitchen was exactly what we were looking for. He ordered a beer and I ordered a white wine. For nibbles, we enjoyed the polenta fritta with smoked tomato jam ($3), the Welsh rarebit ($3), and a half dozen oysters on the half shell (MP-$14). The oysters were the highlight by far, as the sauce was completely different than any other I'd had. Our service was just so-so, and the prices were a bit high. I don't know if I'd visit regularly, but it's a nice once-in-a-while mid-afternoon treat.

    (3)

  • Connie S.

    Yums. Awesome gastropub that's open til 2am every day, which is both wonderful and dangerous for late night cravings. I've been a couple times, and there's always a good bar scene. The beer selection is good, albeit not super extensive... I recommend the Old Speckled Hen Ale for a lighter beer, partially just because I just like saying the name out loud. Seems like you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I've enjoyed everything I've tried here, particularly: - Fish & Chips: two huge pieces of beer-battered haddock, served with some tasty 'mushy peas' (think mashed potatoes consistency) and boatloads of fries with a malt vinegar mayo - Simple Burger: very flavorful and perfectly cooked... we ordered with extra toppings of cheese and mushroom duxelle, although I don't think the mushrooms added much to what was already so much juicy deliciousness; served with more fries that we knew what to do with - Mac & Cheese: baked fusilli + cheese/cream + smoked pork shank + bread crumb toppings... there's no way this could not be delicious And for dessert... - Chocolate Terrine: mix between mousse and a flourless chocolate cake... maybe a tad too rich, because I couldn't quite finish the whole thing (I'm pretty ashamed of myself), but if you love quality chocolate, this dessert is for you. it's also served with a really interesting blood orange foam Good service at the tables, and really friendly bartenders at the bar. Overall it's a really lively, fun place with very well-done pub food.

    (4)

  • Keysha T.

    I told a friend that works here that I would write a good review as a favor, but once I sat down to eat for the first time on Monday, I didn't have to do it as a favor. I had the specials salad which was fresh and oh so good with fresh watermelon. My friend had the fluke cooked just right, and I was impressed to see the big portions the Windsor burgers were at their price. My friend and I both agreed the portions were bigger than those at Local 44 in West Philly. We sat outside so I didn't get to see the decor of the interior until I visited the ladies' room. Once inside I was satisfied to have dined here. Very clean bathroom, that's all I have to say. My friend and I both agreed we would be visiting again, whenever we were in Rittenhouse and didn't want to tread to Local 44 or White Dog Cafe for good beer and fresh, properly-proportioned grub.

    (4)

  • Linda N.

    Good buffalo wings and cute take on bagel and lox platter (pretzel bread instead of bagel). Eggs here are good. They look and taste hand picked. If I ever go back, I would order the burger with the fried egg on top. Bread pudding for dessert -- excellent. Parking is hard in this neighborhood, particularly on the weekend. There is a day lot for $10 a couple blocks away. Gorgeous double doors. Hipster haven! Everyone wearing Toms.

    (4)

  • Jenna C.

    I loved this place well before I set a foot inside. The decor is lovely. When the tables are set up outside during the summer it's better than the best European cafe. I love this place. It is one of my favorite late night eateries. The kitchen is open until 1 which is fantastic. Even better, the late night menu is still a full menu, not just bar snacks and burgers. I'd say the only problem I have is the crowds. I avoid the place on the weekends because it can draw a large club scene. This small place gets loud fast as it fills up with drinkers either beginning or ending their nights.

    (4)

  • Amy S.

    I can't even think of giving this place less than five stars. As I am terribly sad that my favorite restaurant is all the way in Philly. Came here for my second time last nite, on a trip to see a good friend and celebrate her engagement. I couldn't exactly remember what I had on the previous visit, but I knew that it ended in an orgasmic banana bread bread pudding... I mean come on, delicious. So, I knew I would be back. This visit included: A wait of one hour (actually only 45 minutes or so) on a Saturday night around 8 pm. We got drinks at the bar, luckily snagging some stools in the packed area. You know if everyone around you is also choosing to wait the hour... it is that good. After a few glasses of wine, and a cosmo for me, we were led upstairs to a nice and much quieter dining room. I ordered a chicken skewer appetizer ($8) and my friend ordered a beautiful and delicate looking wedge salad ($9). My chicken skewer was very flavorful, and she loved her salad. Main courses: She ordered a lamb course ($22), which she raved about, but I wasn't brave enough to try. I got the pulled pork sandwich ($12), which was very good... slightly spicy for me- but I am a spice baby. It came with a simple side salad that I couldn't stop eating. And I ordered a side of mac and cheese with pork belly ($9). In hindsight, I wish I had ordered two or three mac and cheeses and called it a day.... it was so amazing!! And then as full as I was, I had to hear about the desserts. Which ended with a chocolate bread pudding with caramel sauce for me, and a passion fruit panna cotta for my friend. I believe they were each $8. I fortunately and unfortunately ate all of mine!! ha. I was extremely full.... but it was sooo worth it. As far as the service goes, I found all the waitresses and hosts very kind and helpful. They seemed to sincerely care if you had a good evening... and that is always appreciated. Now, do me a favor, add up the total that I spent (on just food!), but keep it to yourself.

    (5)

  • Stephen H.

    I am glad to throw the Pabbit another star. The pork chop dish I devoured last Saturday was excellent. The pork chop was seasoned perfectly. The grits were cheesy and smooth and rich. I am not usually a dessert person but in a valiant effort to push the integrity of my stomach, I ordered a two layered mouse with cornflakes in the middle. It was fantastic. I was worried I might have to call a moving company to get me home.

    (4)

  • Lisa D.

    The Pub & Kitchen's logo is more than a cute, funny rabbit-pig that sticks in your head- it's a pretty apt symbol for a place that manages both the light and refreshing as well as the substantial. There's a delicate side of the menu that deals in the details (arugula with fig vinaigrette, a truffle pork terrine) but it's complemented perfectly by heartier fare, especially the classic fish and chips and the truly excellent burger. It's also worth noting that while Philly has plenty of pulled pork sandwiches, many of them carbon copies of each other, P&K's stands out with a hint of spice and a nicely nutty swiss. The decor is somewhere between cozy pub and French farmhouse- the rustic tables, kitchen chairs, booths and jam-jar drinking glasses are homey and comfortable without veering into preciousness. They're not trying too hard to impress you, but they manage it anyway. The service on my last visit was wonderful- never too rushed to make a recommendation or answer a question, we felt relaxed and welcome even as our server's other tables filled up. Plus, we came in famished and she suggested the wings- a mark of good taste, since the honey-whiskey dressing was sweet, smokey and rich. The wings are a little on the small side, but that's my ex-Western New York bias showing. Not all chickens need the upper-body proportions of Foghorn Leghorn. Their draft list is good and rotates often. I can't speak for the mixed drinks, but the fact that they infuse their own blueberry vodka means that these are my kind of people. I'll definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Nicholas L.

    Great food, exceptional service and nice atmosphere. A little pricy, but completely justified. Bring back the pulled pork sandwich!

    (4)

  • Leah S.

    A pleasant enough experience. We arrived quite early (4pmish) for dinner and the place was empty, as expected. I was hoping for a nice leisurely, long, conversation-oriented meal, since I was with a dining companion I hadn't seen in months. Unfortunately because they were slow they bothered the heck out of us-- we had ordered the thai chili mussels (fantastic) and the truffle fries (also great) to share, and then the pulled pork sandwich (messy but good!)-- now I know we were eating slowly but they came back a grand total of SEVEN times to check on us while we were eating the apps to see if we were ready for the sandwich. I mean, come on guys, I know it's sitting there waiting under the heat lamp but try to make it a little less obvious to me, please. At one point (although this could have been because I was drinking...) I even observed 3-4 employees standing in the corner just WATCHING us. A little privacy, maybe? Eventually the place started filling up so we got what we wanted. But by then we were ready to go. However, somebody must have recognized my date so they brought out a dessert on the house, and then the server proceeded to have a 5 minute conversation with him about his workplace and the people he knows. Awkward and irritating for me, to say the least. But the food was good, the bathroom was clean, and the indie music choices were refreshingly appropriate for this 20-something. I'd return but I'm too busy trying everywhere else in the city too, know what I mean?

    (4)

  • Elizabeth S.

    I like this place....a lot. Their menu is very interesting and innovative and the ambiance is very comforting. You just feel good sitting at one of the tables in this place. You feel...special. I've now been to Pub and Kitchen twice for meals. First for a dinner and then for a brunch a week ago. The dinner was good. We started with oysters that were fresh and delicious, and then fish which was perfectly cooked. I also got my first taste of cockles in this dish....that sounded dirty :) For dessert, the banana bread pudding...which was AWESOME. I can't say I had the same experience for brunch, but I think I chose my meal poorly. My brunch was a very thick piece of brioche toast covered with sauteed white beans. It was really good, but a lot of the same thing, and it came with a very STRONGLY spiced sausage. I had two bites of the sausage and could taste it the rest of the day...kind of gross. So, I would stay away from that dish, but I will definitely be back many more times. It's a great place to eat anytime with anyone.

    (4)

  • liam d.

    Churchill burger best burger in city! However everything I ate was incredible! It's been several months since I was there and I'm still thinking about the great food. ORZO mac and cheese was so good and i was very impressed with the beer list. I cannot wait to return!

    (5)

  • Monica J.

    Before I begin this review, I first have to make mention of how their odd name! We spent at least a good 10-15 minutes trying to figure out 1. what the heck the name of the restaurant was and 2. whether that was a rabbit or a pig or what on the front cover of the menu. After a tough night of drinking on a huge ship we headed here for some brunch (but not before a stop at a pharmacy for some much needed advil for me!). We ended up whiling away the better part of the day at an outside table, in the warm sunshine and it was only towards the end of our time their that I was able to down any solid food. However, I had no problems throwing back those alcoholic liquids. What can I say, that hair of the dog theory is completely true! I was pleasantly surprised with their selection of beer and ended up ordering a Duckrabbit Porter and a Sixpoint Bengali Tiger IPA. Both delicious! Anyway, this is all beside the point. The only food I actually ate were their fries with truffle dijonnaise which came in a huge container and tasted absolutely delicious! I wish I had ordered more of their creations because, judging from my friends' reactions, they were all full of flavor and completely satisfying. The only negative I have is that our waiter was a bit inattentive and forgetful. Although, oddly, one of the other waiters randomly came over to ask how we were doing at one point- but since they don't wear uniforms of any sort we were a bit confused and thought for awhile that it was a crazy stranger off the streets!

    (4)

  • Danni S.

    Finally made it to this place, and the food did not disappoint. The Churchill Burger was divine, someone next to me ordered a kale dish with pearled onions that looked awesome (I know what I'm trying next time). The service was great, I would only recommend that they more prominently mark their entrance....spray paint another "pabbit" on the ground or something.

    (4)

  • Ethan M.

    Somewhat disappointing. Had the pulled pork sandwich. Partner had the Parliament. Not bad, but certainly better values to be found. Meh.

    (2)

  • A. J. D.

    I've been to P & K several times and the food is always on point. They are the only restaurant that has ever gotten me to eat peas and like it (the mushy peas with the fish and chips are where it's at). I was at the bar having a couple of drinks with a buddy and decided to order the pulled pork (which I inhaled). I was craving fries but I didn't want the full $7 order of fries because I wasn't going to eat them all by myself. When I asked to substitute the side salad for some fries they were adamant that it would violate their no substitution policy. Funny that the last time I was there, they served the fries as a side. Plus, who in the hell gets a salad with a pulled pork sandwich? Bottom, line is this place has to get their priorities straight. You are a bar and not a high end restaurant so you want to accommodate your patrons, within reason, to give them incentive to come back. I'm sure the finances of the place will not crumble if they throw 30 fries on the plate in lieu of a salad. Otherwise, knock down the price of the fries by $2-3 dollars and I'm not online tonight writing a rant about your poor attitude towards your customer.

    (3)

  • Pauline S.

    I came here not realizing until it was too late that they had changed the chef/menu. Before, this place was apparently known for great burgers. I ordered a cheeseburger and it was drowned in sauce. It wasn't very good due to the fact and it leaked all over the side salad I had, which was decent, but come on, it's just a side salad. I also shared 2 of each kind of oyster since it was about half off during happy hour. The oysters were good.

    (2)

  • Hannah M.

    Went here for a girls night, I love the menu, it changes frequently. The staff was helpful and attentive, there were lots of healthy options. I'll definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Sara L.

    Went back here last night and just needed to update my review to give a shout out to the service. Friendly, helpful, and definitely made the experience. Also a shout out to the new dessert--a chocolate peanut butter mousse. Wonderful.

    (4)

  • Kerri R.

    Wonderful restaurant! I can't say enough good things about it. I went with three girlfirends, visiting from nyc. We split a lovely cheese plate (which came on this funky wooden block) and all got different types of cocktails. I also had these cheeseburger, which I highly recommend. I'd say the atmosphere was very "West village" if youre from New York, with a solid hipster vibe but enough meat to keep anyone happy. I would definitely go back.

    (5)

  • Hannah G.

    Pub & Kitchen is a good spot. We sampled several things. The farmer's egg, foie gras, and kale salad were all very tasty. The scallop crudo was fine, but not something I was blown away by. For my entree, I had a mushroom ragu special they were running, which was great! The cocktails were very good as well. Another member of our party ordered the Churchill burger -- he liked it, but didn't consider it to be worth the $18 price tag.

    (4)

  • Larissa S.

    I've tried a few items on the menu, including the windsor burger and chicken wings. Both items were good and I enjoyed the food at the time, but I never really yearned to go back to eat there. For me, Pub & Kitchen is the kind of place where you can go to escape the cold in the middle of the winter or sit outside and have a drink at one of their sidewalk tables in the summer. I can't believe how warm and cozy the wood interior when it's cold but yet they make it so cool and airy when it's hot out. There's a big enough bar area so you can stand or sit. There's plenty of beer, but they also have about 5 or 6 simple cocktails. Sometimes you just don't want a beer, you know? You can bring friends, family, co-workers, dates, anyone for that matter, here for a drink and they all will have a good time. If you want to get a little dressy and drink fun champagne and St. Germain cocktails, wonderful. But if you want to wear a pair of jeans and have a beer, that's ok too. Pub and Kitchen defines the local pub, but with certain touches that really place the service and quality of the food and drinks above the rest. Prices are reasonable and consistent with the other area pubs.

    (4)

  • Barrett L.

    Went here earlier this week for a friend's birthday party. I really liked the atmosphere and the setup. They have a terrific, varied menu with some fantastic looking appetizers, mains, and sandwiches. They also have a terrific beer list and some great homemade cocktails (anywhere that can make and pour a Sidecar, Gibson, and Old-Fashioned well scores bonus points in my book). However, my experience was marred by making the mistake of ordering the insanely overpriced Churchill Burger. Yes, it's a custom blend of Pat LaFrieda meat with sauteed onions on a non-descript brioche-style bun, but that's all it was (with an oversized heaping of fries to boot). For $18 (yup), it should have more on it than onions. It should also be cooked exactly how I like it (I asked for mine medium rare and it came out medium well. No good). My friend got a non-celebrity butchered burger that not only had more toppings, but came with a pickle and was perfectly juicy throughout (and cost her less coin). I'd definitely go back, but next time, I'll get my money's worth by ordering the $17 Fish and Chips platter which comes with three heaping golden brown pieces of battered cod, fries, and buttery mushy peas.

    (3)

  • Liz H.

    I would give Pub and Kitchen 6 STARS if I could. I went here last week and have been dreaming about my meal ever since. Pub and Kitchen is an upscale pub serving the best micro brews and gourmet bar food. I have never seen more attentive, kind-hearted wait staff and the food was prepared perfectly and oh so quickly. I had the mussels with a side order of truffle oil french fries and, in all honesty, I don't remember breathing let alone talking to my dinner date for the 10 minutes it took me to eat my dinner. Even better than the entree was the dessert: an olive oil shortcake with fresh rhubarb compote and whipped cream. I consider myself the ultimate foodie and am always extremely critical, but I can honestly say that Pub and Kitchen is one of the best restaurants in Philadelphia. Hands down.

    (5)

  • Erin W.

    I think the funniest association I have with this place is that a friend at work was trying to think of the name and came up with "Pig and Laundry" and "Dinner and Chairs." Boyfriend and I had one of our first dates here, so I'm being generous with the stars just for the fond memories I have of that night. On that occasion, we had a late dinner at one of the outside tables. We split a bottle of wine, the mussels (I defy you to find a place in the city that serves mussels at which we haven't eaten), the scallops and mashed corn, and a dessert of apple crisp. The food was good, the portions were decent, I just think they charge too much for it. Again, though, it being one of our first dates, I don't have the sharpest recollection of the food. We ate here again on a double date for brunch a few weekends ago. Again, the food was good, but costs more than I think is appropriate for two eggs over easy and some toast. Oh! But the little ball of butter they serve with the toast is super adorable (what? that counts for something). Everyone else at the table had two rounds of Bloody Mary's, which they really enjoyed, and I nursed a glass of white wine. I am way too confused by the concept of a Bloody Mary to really ever order one, even though the one at P+K did get rated in Philly Mag recently. I really want to like this place. I've tried to like it as much as it seems to like itself, but it just isn't happening for me.

    (3)

  • Jim T.

    Friday I had a chance to go to the Pub & Kitchen for the first time with friends. As far as a bar astmosphere it was great, good bartenders and they had my favorite whiskey which most bars do not carry. A big plus. We waited about an hour an half for a table, as expected it was a Friday night. So we drank more. Once we seated in the back room area we were greeted by a great waitress who was pleasant and great personallity. The food was subpar to say the least, small portions and extremely expensive based on we ordered. The Cheese plate, I would have to say was a joke, 2 pieces of cheese the size of a stamp and 2 pieces of bread. My girlfriend had the mussels which she said were very bland. I had a burger which was actually really good. My friends had a burger and a salad. As bar to drink and hang-out I give it 5 stars, I will return to Pub and Kitchen for drinks.

    (3)

  • Adam L.

    Perfecto! Honey whiskey wings, Yards Brawler, Six Point Sweet Action, Windsor Burger, their gnocchi, awesome staff. Super music selection playing in the background that isn't too loud/too soft.

    (5)

  • Marcello D.

    I love the atmosphere here. The oversized bar busts out of the long, narrow hall that houses it. The outdoor seating is a nice option, though you might find it a little disconcerting that there are people sitting directly above you in the open window seating area. The staff is pleasant and accommodating. The beer list is small but well selected. The food is very good. I've tried the burger (with the fried egg), the BBQ pulled pork, and the french toast. The truffle dijonnaise that comes with an order of fries is great. The best word to describe Pub and Kitchen is clean. There's nothing overly fancy about the decor, the menu, or the drinks, but everything is put together well and looks sharp. If you live in Rittenhouse Square or Graduate Hospital, Pub and Kitchen is a great bar to frequent on quieter nights.

    (4)

  • Isabella L.

    pretty place, although I sat outside so I didn't seem much of the interior. The staff was attentive and friendly, although after holding up an outside table for 2.5 hours they started to stare us down and took everything off the table so we would get the hell out. The food was all right. Fries are reminiscent of nodding head's and slightly Monkish. Burger was ok, but they do not how to differentiate medium rare, medium, and medium well. I asked for medium well and they gave me medium rare. I had them cook it again. I asked for just a little more cooked and it came back well, well done (aka outside burned to char). Prices are all right, although some items are steep. Overall cool place...won't be rushing back but could be convinced to go back.

    (3)

  • Lydia T.

    Absolutely the friendliest service you can ask for.... Amazing burger before and after Pat Lafrieda. Comfortable decor and overall a great place to eat and drink. I suggest going either Sat or Sun for bunch....I hear they tend to get pretty busy at night.

    (5)

  • Alice K.

    If you love burgers and bacon and rich goodness -- GET THE PARLIAMENT BURGER! The place is a bit out of the way but the next time I go back to Philly, I'm getting another Parliament burger!

    (4)

  • Karina A.

    I frequent many pubs , like Pub and Kitchen in Philly. They blew my mind and fulfilled my need for good food and drink. I had their Sausage entree- YUM! and my partner had their Churchill burger and that was equally extraordinary. The service was great. I have no idea why some of these reviews bash the service, then again, being myself in the food industry, some people are just too hard to please. I recommend this bar because it is unique and delicious. Thank you Chefs!

    (5)

  • Teresa L.

    I've walked by the pigabbit (pig + rabbit) many times and bf keeps urging me to check it out and put an end to my " I miss the fish and chips of Canada! " We finally went on a Friday night, a party of three. We were seated right away (7 30 ish), and of course, I knew what I wanted. Food: My fish (2 sticks of cod) and chips arrived quickly and sat upon a bed of hot frites with a little side of mashed creamy peas. I bit into the fish and chips and was very please at how hot and creamy the cod. The fries were standard (not as good as Monk's) but the overall portions were decent. Half way through my meal I realized that everything tasted very salty, from my mashed peas to the cod. I went from "Yeah!" to "Need...more...water...bleh." Service: The service was fast and attentive but lacked warmth. Would I return? Only if someone else was paying.

    (3)

  • Michael S.

    Lady friend and I dropped in here on a whim this evening while walking home from earlier drinks/snacks at Vernick. As others have noted, you can almost walk right by the place since the signage is inconspicuous--nothing but the "pabbit" (pig & rabbit) on the outside. We only stopped for drinks and didn't experience enough to rate more than four stars. I was satsfied with the beer selection (c'mon, not every bar in town can have 24 taps and a selection of 100 bottles) and the service was great. The staff was very friendly and fun. Atmosphere and decor were also good and we will return for a longer visit.

    (4)

  • Mindy I.

    I have been here several times, and I really loved it, but after last night will not return. I gave it a star for drinks....which are always excellent and a star for service....the wait staff was really good. The food was not good......kale salad was super salty, and I love salty food. Portions were really small, especially for the price and quality.....There was barely any fish inside the batter of the fish and chips. The char didn't come with the vegetables listed. The carmel pudding dessert is awful, but maybe I've been ruined for any other since the version at Barbuzzo is so divine. I know they are getting a new chef....blah, blah, blah, but there are so many fantastic restuarants in the city not sure going back is worth the time or risk. I can not believe this place stayed in the Inquirer's Top 50.

    (2)

  • Steve S.

    Been wanting to try P&K for a while. The food was very good. Great burger, fries and pickle! Snails in a pot w/ lentils was amazing! Chicken wings very good - they were smaller than most places, but there must have been 16-18 of them piled high. The Wedge Salad was really good too! The drinks were good, but we felt they were a little skimpy. Hope to go back soon.

    (4)

  • Tracy K.

    oh, sweet jeebus, this was the best brunch I've had in a long time. I had the smoked salmon platter--which is inspired by your traditional bagel & lox platter, but P+K takes it up a notch by serving their smoked salmon, cream cheese, onions, capers, cucumbers and tomatoes... on a =soft fennel pretzel=. Absolutely amazing combination of flavors, executed so, soooo well. In addition, the menu boasts FOUR different types of bloody marys. I have said it before, and I'll say it again: bloody marys are my brunch drink of choice, and I'm on the quest for the best one in the city. P+K, you currently hold the title for the best--I had the Wrangler (spicy, served with a jalapeno garnish), and I tasted the El Capitan, which is again inspired by tradition but bumped up a notch--and served with an oyster garnish! I rarely have dessert with my brunch, but I was staring at the desserts chalked on the board during the entire meal, and the carrot ginger cake was calling my name--it wasn't my fault; he seduced me, and he was every bit as good as he promised. Despite the fact that the place was packed, the service was solid. Our server kept thanking us for our patience--no problem dude, you were packed & working your ass off--and gave my bf a free bloody mary, since he was outpacing me. We later learned, that in addition to getting the brunch rush, the computers all went down right after the place opened. The staff is very well trained; they were bustling, but the chaos was kept out of view from the customers. The only upside to the end of a weekend is a Sunday brunch at Pub + Kitchen.

    (5)

  • Big E.

    I've been here a few time for a burger and a beer. I have never had any complaints. The beer list is unique and the burger is decent. It is not the best burger in town, but it is a good burger nonetheless. I went last night to try the much talked about Churchill Burger ($18.00). As usual, the beer selection was good and the service was fine. The Churchill Burger was a good burger. It was not an $18.00 burger and I do not think it is one of the top 3 in town. The blend on meat was very good, but again, not worth $18.00. The size of the burger was ok, not worth $18.00. The burger was tasty, but again not worth $18.00. All in all P&K is solid but the Churchill is overpriced for what you get.

    (3)

  • Emily K.

    I have decided to land on 4 stars for Pub and Kitchen. The first experience I ever had there was a 1-star, involving a standoffish waitress, an overcooked $18 hamburger and a lot of angry disappointment. BUT - my second experience was most definitely a 5-star, in regards to (first and foremost) customer service, food, ambiance and pretty much every other category through which you could judge a gastropub. So the conclusion here is 4-stars in re: Service -- depends on the server, but generally friendly, patient, informed, and wearing a nice plaid shirt; Ambiance -- Cozy and warm; Food -- When the Churchill Burger is done right - it is done right. And by right I mean IT TASTES LIKE BONE MARROW RICHNESS HEAVEN. The Buffalo Chicken Wings might be my favorite thing on the menu. The Pulled Pork Sandwich sports a decadent layer of swiss cheese that makes the sandwich. So tasty; Drink -- "It'll-Do" beer list. Can't speak to cocktails.

    (4)

  • Alec S.

    They are testing the theory that burgers taste better the more expensive they get. However, we held our engagement party in the upstairs room (it's right around the corner from us) and it was a prefect choice. Great selection of finger foods, good drunk choices, and the atmosphere upstairs is incredibly comfortable for 20-40+ people.

    (3)

  • KC Q.

    The plain burger with fries was pretty good, as was my chicken bacon avocado sandwich. We ate around 4pm on a Sunday afternoon so missed the brunch crowd, but the music was super loud and kind of annoying for that time of day when we wanted a little down time. The wait staff (all 3 of them) were pretty attentive, and the food arrived quickly. We'd probably recommend it to others and would go back if we're ever in the neighborhood again.

    (4)

  • Cristian D.

    I have been here a few times. Cute bartenders. Great wine, awesome martinis and the food has been constantly great. What this place is, is NOT pretentious, which is perfect. So for all of you out there complaining about this place, take a little break people. This place is awesome. The servers were being very helpful. The Pocono Trout with the Escargot was absolutely amazing! The presentation was perfect. Delicious! This was one of the best meals I had in years! Great job.

    (5)

  • Druanne M.

    Who would have thought that mushy peas would actually be fantastic? That was my recent surprise at Pub & Kitchen, where I took and out of town friend. We started with a cheese-plate appetizer. The selection was well-balanced, and just enough for 2 people. But it was the fish and chips with mushy peas that was the real surprise. The fish was excellent - golden on the outside but light and flaky inside. The chips were pleasant. But it was the mushy peas side that was just amazing. They were fresh, green and just hinting of curry. What was really embarrassing is I told the server there was no way I was going to eat them when I saw them on the menu, but he told me he was going to leave them on my plate anyway, because I just might change my mind. He was 100% correct. I'll definitely return.

    (4)

  • Amber W.

    INSANE. If you do not eat here, you are a fool. I've been here twice while I was doing business in Philly and the food both times was phenomenal. The fish and chips (which is served on sundays) is crazy/good. But that churchill burger? I could not stopping "mmmmmm-ing" when I was mackin' that. Like nothing you have ever had. Oh and PS? trust me on this review. I cook and I know good food. This place is beyond delicious. also, just to mention. the servers are really friendly, the have great draft beers (Many of which a local), and they play cool music. Go. Run. Stop reading this review and get there. Now.

    (5)

  • Bari J.

    On Friday night I got into Philly relatively late and was looking for somewhere to eat. Apparently most places in Philly close their kitchens around 10...this is not early for a New York. Pub and kitchen was happy to seat us at 9:30. The service was great, very attentive and everything was had was delicious. We had the pickled beets with Stilton (yum!), the Heirloom tomato and radish salad, the octopus appetizer, and then shared the lamb. I would order any of these dishes again. I would also recommend the Storm Warning Cocktail-boozy and delicious.

    (4)

  • Jane F.

    I went here on a Saturday night with high expectations, but was kind of disappointed. Things started out well: the hostess told us it would be an hour wait, but we got a table within half an hour. Unfortunately it went downhill from there. We ordered the mussels with white wine and lemon. When it arrived after a long wait, the sauce was delicious, but the mussels themselves were a little dried out, like they had been sitting for a while. After another looong interval, our entrees finally arrived. My medium rare burger was medium well at best, which was a huge disappointment, particularly at this place, which seemed like they'd take pride in their burgers! There was some red juice on the plate, so maybe it was initially medium rare and just sat under the warmer for too long? The fries and pickle were yummy, as were my friend's pulled pork sandwich and fish and chips with mashie peas. When I asked the server where my side of brussels sprouts was, he replied, "Oh, the sides have all been coming out way after the entrees." Um. If you realize that's happening, maybe someone should fix it. When they arrived halfway through the meal. they were delicious and steaming hot. He also never brought me the side of mayo I asked for to go on my burger. So, in retrospect, maybe all the problems could be explained by poor service? Or poor time management in the kitchen? Either way, it wasn't everything I hoped it'd be!. There are plenty of other better gastropubs in the city!

    (3)

  • Chrissy R.

    This place is pretty expensive. I do not mind expensive. I frequent expensive places. I like quality too. This place is not quality. I've been here a couple times before writing a review because too many people whose opinions said great things about it. Fuck that noise. I've found cocktails to be inconsistent each time I was there. The bartenders do not know how to make a good drink more complicated than 1 mixer and 1 liquor. I'm not a fan of the starters either. I've never had a full meal here based on the starters. First off, they're all pretty rich and decadent. Sounds good, yeah? Every time I tried they've been over salted and if it's hot, a bit burned. It's just another place for people in the neighborhood to show people how awesome they are. The older douche crowd.

    (2)

  • Eunice D.

    Six point on tap made my friends real happy, the food was great and our waitress was HOT! I'd go back for sure!

    (4)

  • Karen B.

    who wants a side of fries? everyone! who wants a side of fries FOR SEVEN DOLLARS? nobody.

    (2)

  • Chihee K.

    P&K has recently become my favorite hangout place in Philly. They have an amazing drink/beer selection. I love the feel of this place - it's so comfy, casual and classy. It's not pretentious and I love how it's not on a main street in rittenhouse or olde city - it would be a very very different place if it were. The food here isn't bad either - burgers, oysters, frieds, soup - these are among my favorites there. They also have great music playing every single time I go (which is a lot!). Side note: I'm racking my brain trying to think of an equivalent place in San Francisco and I just can't think of a single place. I'll be moving back west soon and will be sporting my newly purchased red t-shirt featuring none other than the Pabbit I love so much. Yes, they sell tshirts there too.

    (5)

  • Felicia Q.

    It's summer-summertime (Ah, Will Smith) now, and we went back to Pabbit. We wanted to sit outside on a Thursday night around 6-7, but the wait was too long for outdoor seating so we opted for the second-best but not-too-bad-at-all seats inside next to an open window. P&K is still a much better option for people like us who aren't up for Parc or Rouge, but who still want great food without the (at the risk of sounding totally dorky) 'tude.

    (4)

  • Jana V.

    When my friend called me up for dinner, I wasn't sure what to expect. First off, this place was a little hard to find: no sign anywhere out front! It's conveniently on the corner though, so I wasn't really lost. Just confused. We were greeted by a very preppy girl, who appeared to be the hostess. The waitstaff was attentive (there seemed something off about them.) We both ordered the pulled pork sandwich and a beer. It came with a salad. The pulled pork was well spiced, and the bun had a mildly sweet taste to it. It was one of those brushed with yolk while baking buns and so it was shiny on the outside and incredibly tasty. Why three stars? Because it wasn't spectacular and somehow I felt rushed. The sandwich is pulled pork and I've realize this isn't a smoke house, but still, I guess I had very high hopes. The waitstaff looked like they were waiting for me to finish my sandwich. We were also offered another beer which I didn't really need, but we got it anyway - they were a little pushy about us getting one more (they did offer to split it for us, which was nice - we got these mini beer glasses.)

    (3)

  • jt m.

    As soon as we walked into this place I was happy. The atmosphere is great - good music, not too loud. The service was perfect. The girl taking care of us was super knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. Her wine and food suggestions were right on. The bourbon and coke with cherry and vanilla sugar is really yummy, and they've got a great wine list. For food we tried the white fish mops, fries with truffled dijonnaise and the sweetbreads. My friend loves sweetbreads and she thought they were amazing. The freak me out.

    (4)

  • sako R.

    CHURCHILL Burger = Awesome. If that's all they did, they'd get 5 stars right there. There's a reason why the menu goes out of its way to note that it's made from meat provided by NYC's LaFrieda Meats. Any time anybody mentions that they are cooking with LaFrieda Meats, it should be reason enough to order whatever it is (unless you live next to a Shake Shack in NYC, and need to avoid getting a heart attack from daily burger consumption or something). Got it medium rare, it came out coked to the perfect point of warm, juicy, pink, and ohsoflavorful. Mr. R and I stopped talking, both focused on the experience of the Churchill burger. At $18 it's not cheap, but in the case of the Churchill burger, you do get what you pay for, and it's one hell of a burger made from excellent quality meat. We had it with a side dish of brussel sprouts, which were good but not crispy enough on the outside and a little mush on the inside. Nonetheless, there was not a single bit left in the bowl at the end. The fries that came with it were crispy and dark, but over salted. Sadly, I left 4 or 5 fries on the plate when my glass of water ran out and I just couldn't finish the fries. I never leave fries behind. Minus one star. We were there Thurs night around 9pm and were seated right away, but half way through dinner the music got louder as the bar got a little more crowded, and when Mr. R and I were ready to acknowledge each other again (now that our burgers was completely consumed), we couldn't carry on any conversation. I've never been one to favor the bustling social bar scene though, so others may recommend going later when it's more "lively" - as for me, and those who like the slower paced laid-back pub feel, I'd say go earlier in the night. Minus another star. Our server was fine, waters refilled, food arriving fairly fast - but at the end we couldn't find a single staff member to flag down for our check (nobody even walked by and it's a tiny establishment) for a little while, they might have been a tad short staffed, or we came as they were going from "kitchen" mode to "pub" mode or something...? (eh, we'll say zero stars removed or added) But, for that Churchill burger, I'd do it all over again.

    (3)

  • Bobby P.

    This is a great spot if you live in Grad Hospital and want a break from the noise at Ten Stone or want a little more privacy than Tangier can offer (not a knock on either of those places, I love them too). We stopped in the other night for drinks and ordered a few things to munch on. The oyster sampler was 2 of each variety on the menu (6 total) for $15 - not a bad deal in my book. They weren't the biggest oysters I ever had, but the flavor was good and fresh. The pièce de résistance was the English onion soup (pork based, not beef and with cheddar on top unlike the French version). Amazing! I could have sat there and had 3 more bowls, but my holiday figure has suffered enough. Of course, I'm not overly concerned about my health, so we finished everything off with a chocolate pot de creme, served with butter cookies. Very nice, but my system of late has been suffering from chocolate overload so it might not have registered as well as it normally would have.

    (4)

  • Phil R.

    Picture the scenario: You've just flown in from England, you're tired, it's humid, it feels like 1 am and you're hungry. You want food that you know, but you're happy to try some American stuff, too. You want it to be tasty but not too expensive. Sound reasonable? Alright, not if you live in Philly, but you know what I mean... Go to Pub and Kitchen. There's a pub. English style, with pints and everything. And a kitchen. With great food cooked extremely well. I had a dark n stormy (rum and ginger) and it was just what I wanted to wake me up and see me through the night. Then I had the gnocchi, which was quite simply the best I've ever had. Light, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, wonderfully seasoned with subtle flavors, it was awesome. The salad we shared was simple but great - well dressed and fresh. The burger and salmon also looked very tasty. It's a good spot and it gets the mixture of drinking hole and restaurant absolutely right. The chef is fantastic and the atmosphere is perfect. Far from a sports bar, it does show the game on the screens so you can keep score without it being intrusive on your night out with buddies.

    (4)

  • Steve Y.

    Good food, but a little on the pricey. The service was excellent. The staff turned me on to a new beer which was great. Beth our server was wonderful.

    (4)

  • PB K.

    Sometimes this place is spot on, like the time I had the tasting menu with morels and a cream sauce, others it's pretty horrendous. Took my dad there after raving about it, and he ordered their signature burger, and it came out luke warm despite the fact we were one of the only ones in there, and the rest of the meal was less than stellar as well. Service is also hit or miss; one day your server will be just the right amount of attentive, the next they are no where to be found.

    (3)

  • Johnny B.

    i like their wings, tiny emberly farm raised nibbles. so so good. and their burgers two. pat la frieda meats. the "church hill" gets a special p&k blend but for $18. engh...come with, some sauteed onions and fries....engh...its only 7 more...its delicious...but...okay. well if its a special la frieda blend. oookay. the hamburger at $11 is a practical splurgeless choice. and hey, its also la frieda....meat.. then you have to build it and add a cheese. sometimes i kind of miss their old burger...the W...one. that one sold me from the start. yes...the Windsor. that was a good burger. it kept me coming back. but then again they are all good burgers...that come with awesome fries...get the truffled aioli and...stop reading this and go eat one. and their wings....so good. and deviled eggs...three, so so yummy. eat, eat, eat. you little bengali tiger. go.

    (4)

  • Carly A.

    I normally don't like fish when I order it at restaurants. The trout was amazing. The Churchhill burger was to die for. I was disappointed, however, that they didn't have a few of the beers that I wanted to try.

    (4)

  • Ti L.

    While I am somewhat perturbed by the up-and-coming trend of deviled eggs as haute cuisine, I was impressed with an interesting array of food choices at Pub & Kitchen. They do a great job of giving you an opportunity to try something new, while also pleasing your palate with some staple pub fare. Check out the appetizers! Their sauces are oh so saucy.

    (4)

  • N L.

    What a great place. I had heard about it and finally went one Saturday afternoon. It was that quiet time of the afternoon, too late for lunch and too early for dinner or hard core drinking. We sat outside under the awning and spent an hour or so having one of the best Philadelphia lunches I remember. The day was sunny but the trees kept us sheltered. Buses and traffic passed but there were moments of only bikes and pedestrian traffic. People were out walking their dogs. We could hear each other without shouting. Wow. Now on to the actual food and service. The waiter had the whole outside to himself but he appeared when needed and disappeared when not= good service. I had the pulled pork sandwich and ate the whole thing. That chipotle sauce kept bringing me back for another bite, a new take on an old staple. The one disappointment was the mojito which appeared to be missing mint and sweetness. Weird, so I ordered some beer to follow. They have a nice wine list as well, which is great when that's what you want and yet your friends can keep drinking their beer. Pub and Kitchen has just the perfect amount of gastropubiness missing in a lot of the city's other so-named establishments. True, it's helped by having a kingly location but it doesn't drop the ball in the service or food or drink departments either. P&K, clone yourself.

    (4)

  • Tim L.

    Definition of a gastropub. Very good bar with superb bartenders. Menu is sometimes slightly over the top with dishes that, while unique, don't always work well together. There are couple of very good staples on there however and they do them well. Burger and octopus are the best.

    (3)

  • Jessica S.

    Yes, Pub & Kitchen is on the pricier side and yes, the crowd is a bit yuppy but I still love this place. Maybe it's the outdoor seating or the delicious $3 bar snacks or the amazing fries or the nicely curated beer menu or the fact that I live across the street....Pub & Kitchen has quickly become my "go-to" place for a chill night and drinks with friends. Order a dark & stormy. During certain busy nights (like game nights) they'll open the second floor which has 3 or 4 large plasma-screen TVs and a second bar. Beware the Friday and Saturday night crowd as it does skew yuppy - and by that I mean ANNOYING. Did I mention they do brunch on the weekends?

    (4)

  • Dan S.

    It was our first time in Philly last October and the weather was nice enough to we wander from neighborhood to neighborhood. On the way back to the hotel we spied what looked like a pub at which to kill time before another restaurant opened. I was more than pleasantly surprised by the beer menu, and the "snacks," including one of the best cheese plates I've ever tasted had us thinking we might have to cancel our other dinner reservations. To round out a meal, my wife had a fish dish with "smushy peas" and I had the sage/apple/pumpkin risotto. It was also early enough in the day that we completely missed the most of the dinner/drinks after work crowd, so the atmosphere held up. We practically had the place to ourselves for a while. All in all it was the perfect place to stumble into.

    (4)

  • Sean B.

    Great place to hang out with a group of friends nice atmosphere candles dark. Food is ok can at times be overpriced.

    (3)

  • James L.

    I find it curious that so many people can have such a wide variety of experiences at Pub and Kitchen. We have eaten here a handful of times and have always found things to be fairly consistent. The food is always solid, though I do find that some items are lacking a certain oomph that hold them back from excellence. The wings are awesome, as is the eggplant sandwich, but the burger and pulled pork are missing something. You ever eat something and you enjoy it, but there's some spice or seasoning that you know would take it to the next level and you can't quite put your finger on it? Yeah, it's one of those. The service is good. Not great, but definitely above average. Servers are efficient and all the staff (hostess, bartenders, waitstaff) have always been very friendly, even when they're slammed. All things considered, I always enjoy my dinner here. Now if I could only save some room for dessert...

    (4)

  • Simon E.

    Wow, this place was packed on a Wednesday night. If I'm going to pay $18 for fish and chips, then there had better be a decent amount of fish. Fail. Half of what was served to me was batter with no filling. My girlfriend had a better experience but there was still nowhere near enough fish for this premium price point. The batter itself was good though, the closest to proper english fish batter I've had in the States. However, the mushy peas were an abomination. Worst mushy peas...ever. The beer selection is solid and I think it would be the only reason I'd go back. All their entrees just seem overpriced for what you get. Someone needs to tell the owners that the whole Gastropub revolution involved good quality food at normal pub prices, not overcharging for pub classics.

    (3)

  • Greg M.

    The feel of Pub & Kitchen is very warm, and defiitely reminds me of slightly slicker village Pubs I've been to in England - but it's a bit pricey for what you get. I had the fish and chips which would have been great for $10, but cost $17. The Pork Scratchings were a bit too hard and chewy. The mussels special was nothing amazing. This place has great atmosphere and is a nice neighborhood bar, but that's about it. I would go back though.

    (3)

  • Elizabeth B.

    Truly ... I have experienced better. I miss Chaucer's and thought I'd give this place a try with a friend who was very excited about it. There weren't too many appealing choices on the menu, so I went with a hamburger ... definitely mediocre. I am picky about how my burgers are cooked and I didn't realize this was too rare until I got into the middle of it ... it was so dark in there ... and by that time I felt like I couldn't send it back to the kitchen. My friend had the crab cake sandwich which she really enjoyed. The service was fine, nothing to write home about, but our tables were soclose together that we had to ask the diners next to us to move their table and the diners behind us to move their chairs. That is uncomfortable. Obviously. It was very busy but they just crammed too many people in there. The ambiance is very nice. I think it would be a good place to come with a date for a quick drink at the bar.

    (2)

  • Meg B.

    OMG- another fab brunch place to add to my list of favorites and add to my waistline. A group of us came here after the Broad street run. The atmosphere was vibrant with open windows and, fun music playing through out. They had a fun selection of beers and brunch drinks ( belinis, bloody marys, etc). The table agreed that the food was great. The banger sandwhich and goat cheese omlet I split were so good. I sampled the burger which was delicious. The disco fries are a must! cheese, gravy, ham and a fried egg on top. This place defintiely loves it's eggs but that's ok with me:) Our waitress was awesome also. After working until the early hours the night before she was still pleasant and prompt. If I were you, I'd add Pub and kitchen to your brunch list for sure!

    (4)

  • Jessica L.

    A friend and I ended up coming here after we got to Darling's as they were closing. It seemed interesting and a little cheaper than Meritage across the street. The waitress was cute and friendly, and the hostesses inside were nice as well, so we started off well. I ordered the gnocchi and my friend got the mussels, both from the starters menu because were both broke college students. The gnocchi was alright, nothing exciting, but nothing I would complain about. In my opinion, it was a little greasy and just a bit under-salted. But perhaps the delicious spinach gnocchi from Cucina Forte has given me higher expectations. My friend felt the same way about the mussels- not bad, but nothing to rave about. Perhaps I'll come back another time when I have extra cash so I can try some drinks and sample some more of the menu. At least the coffee was really good.

    (3)

  • Ritu K.

    My once favorite bar- Chaucer's- converted into a yuppy bar- where have I been??? Yuppy or not I like what they've done with the place.. The weathered beaten down bar look has been replaced by dim lighting and tasteful dark tables. A slew of nice outside tables afford a view of the graduate hospital area- awesome.. what can i say its a nice tree lined street and you get to sit outside. The service was a bit disappointing- not effusively friendly or helpful with a few mishaps on the orders- oh well- i can't be that picky... As for the food- yum! i split some fries with a few friends, which were super yummy- fried and salty just the way I like em. For my entree, I had the scallops with risotto, which i thought was delic! The scallops were generous and cooked perfectly and the risotto that accompanied the scallops was a whole lot of cheesy goodness..Others at the table ordered the burger, which by the looks of their empty plates, I'm guessing was pretty good. It was crowded for a Tuesday night but I will certainly be back!

    (4)

  • Carlo Anthony S.

    Food was 3 stars and service and surroundings a 4 so more a 3.5 rating. While hanging downtown with the family ( w/ 2 kids under 3 )we needed a place to sit at a booth and have great food. I had heard about this place from more than a few people. Salads were pretty good and the wings as well . They did however overcook my burger and it had no taste. When you are dining with kids and you only have a brief window to eat - it's hard to send back an overcooked burger , especially when you are hungry. Staff was great with my kids and their food came out very quickly. I would go back to try other items and maybe leave the kids with a sitter.

    (3)

  • Alison P.

    Really 3.5 stars. Pub and Kitchen is tasty, and has a great beer selection but the food menu is limited. There are about 5-6 items of very pricey entrees, and 5-6 more reasonably priced sandwiches. They used to have fish and chips on the menu, but unfortunately this item has been removed. The burger was awesome, and cooked perfectly, although it seemed there was about 1/4 piece of bacon on it. The pulled pork was also really delish and unique, and the coleslaw accompanying it was great, but I wish this came with fries, too. The service was good, but our server checked on us frequently, bordering on uncomfortably too much. I would definitely go back for a beer and a burger, and the company, the best parts of the night!

    (3)

  • Tina E.

    Been twice. Once by myself on a sunny Satruday late morning -- sat outside with no wait and had a great salad. Went with a party of four on a Saturday night in February. Were told there would be a 30 minue wait - sure, no problem. Found seats at the bar, got a drink, and ... waited for an hour and a half! But it was too cold venture outside needlessly, so we waited and were finally seated in the upstairs dining area, which we were initially happy about because it seemed quieter than downstairs and there were only 3 other parties up there. Until they TURNED UP THE MUSIC so loud we l.i.t.e.r.a.l.l.y. could not hear each other. Or the waiter. We politely asked him to turn the music down and after giving us a sourpuss look he turned down the music just a smidge, like a surly teen who can't believe his parents are asking him to turn down his oh-so-rockin' tunes. Other than that, the food was great (though no fish & chips on the menu -- wah!) and the service was also very good (I think the waiter realized he had been a bit of a jerk and tried to make it up to us). In general, this seems more like a local, young, slightly hipster hang out bar than somewhere you would make a special trip to visit, so if you're local and in your twenties, I say go for it.

    (3)

  • Jeff H.

    The rotating menu is both good and bad. Good because the food there is always outstanding and in healthy portions. Bad because the dish you ordered last time that you want to get again will probably not be there the next time you go. The beer selection is ok, not great for a place with "Pub" in it's name, but this is a spot that I always take visitors to in Philadelphia. The service is always top notch and the food delicious.

    (4)

  • JEAN S.

    Good brunch too! They have a couple of different bloody mary options, plus a few other brunch appropriate cocktails. I usually don't order the sweet things at brunch, but I went for french toast and it was just right. It was served with homemade jam and a vanilla bean butter, plus I ordered a side of very fluffy scrambled eggs. Place is better with every visit.

    (4)

  • Alexander G.

    As I walked passed a few cafe tables and through the door of what I used to know as Chaucer's, it was clear that this is a different establishment. Pub and Kitchen revamped the already unique space, combining a large bar area with a comfortable dining room. I was greeted at the door by Nate, the manager, and a smiling hostess. I was seated with my friend Sarah immediately even though there was a good crowd both at the bar and in the dining room, even at 6p on a Sunday. The decor was a rough, simple elegance complimented by a cute, friendly staff. Our server welcomed us and spoke knowledgeably about the specials. I spied the beer list as she grabbed us a couple of waters and saw a few solid options. I ordered a Lager while Sarah asked for a glass of the Malbec as we conversed with our server about some of her favorite dishes. We agreed on the goat cheese pierogies as an app which was preempted by some white bread and salted butter. For the main course, I went with the already fan favorite: Fish and Chips. Sarah requested the duck breast and debated on substituting regular mashed potatoes for the sweet potato mash. In the end, she decided just to trust the chef. The pierogies hit the table in no time with an arugula salad on the side. It's presentation traveled well from the upstairs kitchen and the flavors collaborated nicely. The two pierogies were small at first but very rich in flavor, thus justifying the portion size. Our server checked up on us and the support staff helped her clear the table quickly and often throughout the meal. Our entrees came out a few minutes after we finished our first course and they both looked great. The duck breast was in a maple glaze that really made the sweet mash a good decision. The fish and chips was served in a basket over smashed peas that really made the dish. I asked our server to grab me another beer as the she filled our water glasses. This is a huge step of service in my book because as any professional drinker will tell you, hydration is essential to boozing. I was checking out the desserts on the chalkboard on the ceiling above Sarah's head long before we finished our dinner. She agreed to split the warm dark chocolate cake and ice cream with me like she had a choice at all, it was adorable. We sat salivating only briefly before the dessert was delivered and it was a perfect size. The rich, flavorful ice cream spread nicely over the cake and we devoured it in no time. We asked for the check and it was dropped with logo card that read "I have never developed indigestion from eating my words". Spot on, Mr. Churchill. We settled our $77 tab with our server and tipped her well for her food knowledge, attentiveness, personality and support staff. I ran to the bathroom before we left, as it is a key element in the dining experience. I prepared myself for the heavy stench of old urine that haunted the mens room of Chaucer's. I was tense as I hit the door but much to my relief the ghost of old urine past had moved on. The new bathroom was clean and tidy allowing me to dash back up the stairs and be on my way. All in all it was a great dining experience and I'm sure to be back again. Nice work, P&K!

    (4)

  • e m.

    I was surprised to read some of the negative reviews, seeing as I have been to Pub and Kitchen many times and have returned for the delicious food, great music, and lively atmosphere- no complaints here. first off the food is amazing! i used to work in the restaurant business years ago and i have to admit it turned me into quite the "foodie". i love great food and don't mind paying for quality. That said, I'm baffled by some of the "expensive" reviews: an $8 salad is not expensive if its coming with gala apples, candied walnuts and some obscure, delicious boutique blue cheese. The burger is THE BEST IN TOWN. i cant say it enough! and if you stray from the classic burger to one of their entrees (as i have many times) you will not be disappointed!! As far as service goes, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable-- they were also very accomodating to my vegetarian friend and whipped her up something that wasnt even on the menu! Either way, you should make your own opinion and stumble into my favorite gastropub, you cant miss the massive "pabbbit" logo outside. genius.

    (4)

  • Norm S.

    Food is fine, but quite overpriced. Noisy and dark and arguably convivial, which may appeal to some but I like cheerful and a sound level that allows you to hear what your companion is saying and what you are thinking. Small but decent beer selection. Basically, an upscale version of Sidecar but with more expensive and far less yummy food fare.

    (2)

  • Megan S.

    Okay, people are too hard on this place. I had a burger, a few beers, and the brussel sprouts. The burger was excellent (though it was too huge for me to finish) and the brussel sprouts were good (though not great). I think the best part of this place might be the space. Even though the restaurant is pretty big, the atmosphere is home-like and cozy.

    (4)

  • Brett B.

    Honestly, this place might be the best burger in town. Kinda not expecting much in terms of beefy goodness, but also figuring that I wouldn't go wrong, I ordered the burger with bacon and English cheddar. Yo. Served pretty simply with tomato, lettuce, and some really delicious grilled red onions -- honestly, I'm getting hot and bothered thinking about it. That's not to discount what else is on the menu (the wings are really great too -- fresh, not frozen -- and the only other thing I've eaten), but the burger is my jam. Atmosphere-wise, it's a good space: long bar, big open windows, lots of TVs for the Eagles and Phils. Beers are my drink of choice, and it's nice to see a place that's not too pretentious to have Miller Lite on draft (and Brooklyn Lager) good for downing after one of those burgers (there it is again). There's an upstairs, that might not be completely open yet, but would be perfect for group gatherings. Outside seating is copious for the warmer months. The crowd is mixed and not nearly as xenophobic as other reviews have mentioned. Great new spot in a neighborhood that needed it -- I'll definitely be back...

    (5)

  • Kristin S.

    LOVE this place for drinks and/or food. Amazing beer selection and creative yet accessible menu. They care!

    (5)

  • Jay J.

    I checked out the place because it was a pub with pub food that made the philly mag top 50. After eating and drinking at Pub & Kitchen I'm not sure I'll be checking places out merely on the philly mag recommendation. The food was good, but not great. Granted my friends and I had only the pub food and not the entrees, but nothing that we had was worth writing home about. The beer selection was good, but only up to the normal philly standard. After dinner we drank for an hour or two and ended up receiving over-priced drinks that were nothing special. I would not recommend this place to friends because it did not seem like the food was anything special, and the same drinks could have been had at dozens of similar bars for almost half the price. I think 'meh, i've experienced better' fits this place just fine.

    (2)

  • Thomas M.

    The food here is consistently amazing. It's great English Pub food presented the way it should, perfectly cooked and simply presented. Really great draft and bottle selection also, highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Tim O.

    I stepped in on a late saturday night to check out the place. it was crowded with yuppies, young and old, fresh from abercrombie and fitch king of prussia mall shopping sprees. it looked expensive, like 6 dollar beers and martinis equal to cds. so i worked my way down the steps to the bathroom and took a piss on the floor. ha, not quite. i would never. i put the toilet to good use. Don't expect anything like the old Chaucer's, which was wonderfully wooden, just dark enough, just dive-y enough, like a compacted version of AC's Irish Pub on St. James.

    (1)

  • Anna Marie C.

    does the still-on-the-rise gho area need another "i'm trying too hard to pretend i'm not trying' bar? apparently, the answer was yes. pub and kitchen occupies the former chaucer's space. now it's sleek and modern with a long wooden bar, some seats, some tv's. a menu that includes some fancied up bar food, lotsa beer, and wines by the bottle and by the glass. the crowd is a mix of the same "i'm trying too hard to pretend i'm not trying" types, and some dirty hipsters. yay for outdoor seating. boo to the bartender who was kind of a bitch. i'm glad your parents stopped by at the bar, but seriously, you asked my friends not to take the now open stools so your parents can sit? go grab other chairs for them. if i lived closer, i'd probably be back.

    (3)

  • Jennifer K.

    I went here after seeing the reviews about their famous burger. The burger was good but nothing special. It certainly wasn't worth the $18. It should have been priced at $10 absolute max. My sister had the cod and the orange pieces in the dish were off putting. It's very nicely decorated and the drinks are only about $6-10 so I would go back for drinks and the atmosphere, but not for the food.

    (2)

  • Brian P.

    Really like this place..Food is a tad overrated, but doesnt mean its not good..It really is, but the Churchill burger is not all that is hyped (again but its really good). Good selection of beer, wine list is so so. But sets a great vibe that you can tell makes it everyones neighborhood joint. Always a fun time.

    (4)

  • Mike R.

    I love this place! It was recommended by a friend who knows Philadelphia well so I opted to check it out with my girlfriend on a Friday in the summer- I'm pleased to report that it lived up to the hype! The atmosphere is great. The restaurant is very subtle and blends in from the street (we nearly walked by the place!) The is definitely a hipster feel but it's not overwhelming. As many people have mentioned it a bit dark but once your eyes adjust it's relaxing- even at 5PM in the summer when we were there. We had one of the best servers I've had in a long time. It was Philly Beer weeks so our waitress recommended some interesting craft (they have a bunch on tap) but was not overbearing in her suggestions. She gave us plenty of time to look over the menu and managed to check up on us throughout the evening without making us feel uncomfortable. Plus there was plenty of time to eat our appetizer and we were not run out when the restaurant began to fill later in the evening- something that's extremely important to me! For dinner I had a pulled pork sandwich and my GF had the franklin burger. They serve premium american sandwiches so go assured that you're going to get a good meal but dress knowing that you may end up eating with your hands. My sandwich came with three fired pickles- they resembled a fried oreo in size and shape and were surprisingly good! We'll certainly be back- this is a great spot in Philly.

    (5)

  • Sara S.

    M FAVORITE SPOT. Erin the waitress gives us good recommendations and the bartender always hooks it up when I say that I want something sweet to drink. I've brunch, lunch, dinner, drinks, and digestifes here and they are ALL CHART TOPPING. Best Brussels Sprouts on this side of the Mason Dixon. Also, very trendy employees - ALWAYS A PLUS!

    (5)

  • Sean H.

    The ambiance is the best thing about Pub and Kitchen. It has a very homey, old-world pub feel to it that is quite nice and relaxing. The drinks are solid and inspired, if not the most expertly crafted out there. I had a barrel-aged Manhattan made with rye instead of bourbon. It was good, though I prefer the complexity and richness of bourbon. I really enjoyed my friend's Black Cat, which had some kind of chili-infused tequila and Mexican coke. It was a bit sweet, but super tasty. I didn't try the food, having just waddled over from a big dinner at El Rey, but my friends who did eat had only good things to say about it, even in spite of the prices. I'd definitely come back here for a night of relatively low-key revelry with the pals.

    (4)

  • Eileen M.

    This is a great place to have right around the corner! Awesome cocktail list (seasonal, yummy, interesting) and great selection of beer. With so many beer-centric places in Philly, it's nice to have the option of good wine or cocktails. Happy medium for me and my boyfriend, since he's a strictly beer guy. We've had drinks a handful of times here and enjoy the chill atmosphere and friendly staff. We've eaten here once and were happy we did. The grilled vegetable appetizer special was out of this world. Very simple - just very fresh grilled vegetables with grilled bread - but the vinaigrette served on the side was so delicious, I asked for the recipe. The corn risotto was awesome. Our waitress was very friendly, attentive, and incredibly knowledgable with the menus. She had suggestions and answered questions without being pushy in the least. To top it all off, they have great outdoor seating, which is a huge bonus. I will certainly be back!

    (4)

  • Jason Y.

    What's interesting about Yelp is what is great for some folks is a total turn off for another. Pub N'Kitchen (y'all can use that) is a study in this phenomenon. Walking in, some folks get excited by the darkness, the crowd, the energy that having a bunch of people in their early twenties can bring. All of that just brings out the fuddy duddy in me. Pub N'Kitchen is very dark, very loud, and very hip. We we're told that there was a forty minute wait. Since we broke out of South Philly, we decided to stick it out out for a table. After a bit, we were seated upstairs which is much quieter. More kitchen, less pub, I guess. But, we were seated across from a huge group of Penn kids, so you can imagine how that was. They were doing shots along with their dinner. At one point, the waitress accidently hip checked one of our future leaders out of her chair, drunkenly sprawling to the ground. The food is good. One downside is there was no vegetarian option, which is an issue, as my wife is one. I had the wings and the Parliment Burger. Tasty, and at the right price for my wallet. I guess for me, the main point is this. At no point did I ever feel relaxed. The noise and the crowd spooked me, like a frightened bunny. And the dark lighting didn't help. It made me feel like I was in a house haunted by drunk college kids. So the takeaways: The food is great, the prices are ok, but the atmosphere isn't really my idea of ideal.

    (3)

  • Dorin S.

    We went there on a Saturday night. Our food was edible but nothing special. But our service was horrible. Our appetizer came within 15/20 minutes. Dinner came and hour and fifteen minutes later. The whole time the server did not come to check on us. I was starving and my husband had to go find the waiter. It took us a long time to locate her. The manager came and apologized and offered us a round of drink and that we had to wait another 20 minutes. Overall, we went to celebrate a friend's belated birthday and the whole evening was ruined. We always go to Meritage, which is across from Pub and Kitchen, and thought we would give this place a chance. However, it was a bad idea. In that price range there are so many better option, I do not know how they are in business. Chicken wings were okay. Too sweet for my taste. The Escargot was not good at all. Our Bolognese sauce pasta was edible. The Tuna was not bad.

    (2)

  • David C.

    Walked in and got a table for two late Friday night. Service was great; everyone was nice and attentive. Didn't get any alcoholic drinks, but it looked like they had an interesting selection. Scallops were great! Interesting and delicious. The grilled lettuce was solid. The tuna was not quite my thing and I didn't finish it. Ambience is great! I really liked the feel of the place. I would definitely go back for happy hour or a drink; not so much for dinner, unless I was just getting the burger. Cost is very important to me. Yelp says P+K is $$. It's not. We got two appetizers, one entree, one coke, no alcohol, and our check was $56 without tip. If you get an appetizer, an entree, and one drink, you'll spend +31, which is $$$.

    (3)

  • Vince L.

    After a recommendation and 30 min of walking from downtown Philly, we finally found the small rabbit sign of P&K. My coworker and I ordered the Windsor burger, mussels and clams in the beer broth, and the Kusshi oysters. The burger was cooked to perfection at medium and so were the fries. The mussels and clams had a really nice beer/bacon broth and also came with tasty pieces of garlic bread for dipping. As for the oysters, it was our first time trying unique oysters from the British Columbia so we figured they had to be special. The oysters are EXTREMELY small, which is not a bad thing. They were really tasty and I almost want to say they had a small hint of some sort vinegar sauce in them. Service was awesome but the only killer thing was the price. Burger was worth it but unless you're going to expense the bill through the company, i wouldn't suggest the oysters.

    (4)

  • Andrew H.

    $13 for pulled pork which had been burnt and/or microwaved

    (2)

  • Sean P.

    Had dinner here one even and the food was awesome. OK, the beer was awesome which probably enhanced my food experience. My coworker was sober and said it was good so I'll take her word for it. Great neighborhood joint and would definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Aruna A.

    umm...this bar deserves 4 stars alone for the PABBIT! A pig / rabbit. Genius. And it's on the glasses, the napkins, the menu, AND on the coasters. The coasters also have cool quotes from smart people on there. Another plus. But in all seriousness, Pub and Kitchen is a vast improvment over Chaucer's. The food is dependably good. The tomato soup, the bread pudding, the frieds, all fantastic. My friends loved their oysters, and pretty much every time I've been there my friends have loved their burgers. I've ordered the gnocchi once and it was melt in your mouth good. Additionally I love their beer selection. I suggest this bar if you live in the hood. If you don't, I suggest you trek out to it. It's worth the walk / car ride / taxi ride / bus ride / any transport you need to get yourself here. Get yourself here. I only give it 4 and not 5 stars b/c the service can at times be wonky.

    (4)

  • Marissa C.

    Quick follow up to my previous review. The Churchill burger is ridiculous, the brussels sprouts are out of this world, and the bone marrow appetizer makes me want to cut off my own leg. That is all. Enjoy!

    (5)

  • Alex G.

    Prototypical gastropub...awesome decor, warm and cozy environment, chill background music, unique beer selection, jeans and sneakers crowd with no pretentious hoodrats in the vicinity. Had the allagash white and allagash cerieux. Both were great. Our waiter brought us a sample of both to try before ordering. The tile fish was so-so, a bit too fishy for my liking. The Jewish apple cake with rum raisin ice cream was delicious. Great environment to hang out and grab a few beers.

    (4)

  • Jill T.

    Someone please explain to me what the all the hype is about this place? My husband and I went to dinner here and I was not impressed. Not impressed with the menu, the food, or the restaurant/bar itself. It was so poorly lit inside I was struggling to read the menu, so much so that I got a headache, and when I leaned towards the mini candle on our table to see better, I almost set the menu on fire! This is not how anyone pictures their first few minutes of a dining experience. For me it was overpriced for what they were providing. I doubt I'll be back.

    (1)

  • Ali E.

    Solid. If only these guys were a smidge less expensive, this place would certainly be go-to. A nice beer selection, cocktail list (whoop Dahk and Stoahmy!) and range of menu options - but the entrees were a little out of my league. We started with the sweet and smokey honey whiskey wings, which were simple and lovely. Meat falling off the bone, and surprisingly interesting. It was an Atkins-style evening, so I had oysters for dinner (cape may salts) which were decidedly not slimy and super yummy. My date had the pork chops, which were good, but a little overdone so they came out kind of tough. There was a lot of attention to detail, though, so it may have been a fluke. Our waiter was very helpful, attentive without being annoying, and timed things well. I'd love to come back and sit at the bar. And eat more oysters. Yum.

    (4)

  • Thomas V.

    I go about once a month. I usually only get a burger and beer/drink, but my partner orders a variety of dishes and we both have always been pleased. Service is always great and attentive, food is fresh,and drinks are good. Only con is the dark dining area inside.

    (4)

  • Jeff M.

    Pub & Kitchen is a pretty average neighborhood casual eatery. The foie gras was nicely presented and the best tasting dish of the evening. Duck terrine had a nice meaty texture. The octopus starter only hit one muddled note of flavor. The burger was good but not great. My main was a special of Maryland line caught stripped bass over farro cooked in a risotto style, but, it just seemed normally cooked in a pot over low heat. Artichokes in the dish added a nice kick of acid. Pub & Kitchen is probably closer to 3.5 stars but I did not find anything to push it into 4 star territory. Service was very friendly and helpful.

    (3)

  • Katie R.

    Pub and Kitchen is just fine. It's not spectacular, but it is a pleasant place to spend a happy hour or dinner. Their wine and beer list is fine but nothing special, which is also how I feel about the food (which also seems to be a little too fried). The atmosphere is pretty great, though, which saves the 3 stars in this review. Recommended if you're in the area, but I wouldn't go out of my way to go back.

    (3)

  • Michael N.

    It pains me to write this, but I fear I must... I used to really enjoy P&K as a lively neighborhood spot with elevated pub food. But yesterday in the early evening, the place was overrun with drunken frat boys dropping f-bombs at top volume and shouting about their exploits as rapists. After multiple parties complained, asked to be moved, or left altogether, what did the management do? NOTHING! Just kept serving them more beer. It's hard to justify $25-$30 dishes when the atmosphere is that of no-class dive bar. And skip the octopus. It's overcooked and rubbery. To be fair, the oysters were excellent; hence the second star.

    (2)

  • John Q.

    I've walked past the places a bunch of times before hitting it up for brunch. We had just got done moving my girlfriend into her new house and I was starving. The place was pretty full but not overly crowded to the point that you are tripping over people/tables. The service was good but it did take a while to get our food. The food made it worth the wait though. Their Churchill burger was excellent and definitely worth coming back for. Their breakfast dishes were a bunch of interesting combinations that looked and smelled good. I would definitely say we all enjoyed a very savory and hearty portion and would come back again. Our bill was $50 for 3 people though and we didn't get alcohol so just be prepared to spend a little more than you would at some other brunch places. Also, be prepared to wait a little longer especially if the place seems busy. I'll definitely be back for dinner and drinks.

    (4)

  • Johnny B.

    Food = DELICIOUS Service = hilarious Noise level = DEAFENING Loved this place but REALLY loud and really dark. I get that that is what they're going for. It has a unique feel. The food is unique too. I just didn't expect it to be SO LOUD. It's almost impossible to have a conversation.

    (4)

  • Michelle C.

    Yum. Awesome burger with phenomenal bacon and sweet onions on a roll that actually stayed together. My only complaint is that it was closer to medium than medium rare like I had asked for. Fries were standard in a good way. Tub Gin no. 7 cocktail was absolutely fantastic. It bit me. My friend and I also split some heirloom tomatoes with balsamic vinegar and basil. THEY BLEW MY FRIGGING MIND. As for the service, it was fine. Our waitress was very friendly, though I was a bit put off when she put down "the new girl" after making a minor mistake. Pabbit, I approve.

    (4)

  • Nico L.

    Bad staff, mean spirited. Only want your money

    (1)

  • Dan R.

    I was visiting a mourning friend in Philly & this is where we ended up for dinner. I loved the dining room! It was warm, cozy & classy with a rustic charm & nice big windows. The waitstaff was attentive & friendly and the food was quite good. BUT Go for the cheese plate! The cheeses were lovely but the reason to travel to this restaurant is the truffle honey. This stuff is like crack! It's wonderful mild honey speckled with tons of REAL truffle shavings. It was so decadent , so rich, so wonderful...words cannot describe the awesomeness of this sensual delight. Just go get that damn cheese plate!

    (4)

  • Karen F.

    OK, I am torn between 3 & 4 stars. Food is 3, Drinks are 4. I would definitely come back for drinks - especially the "Blush" a rum, sugar, lime and pink grapefruit juice cocktail. So refreshing. They also make a REAL "Dark & Stormy" that packs a robust gingery punch. Soooooo good. Meanwhile, 4 of us lovely ladies had drinks & dinner here last night. Service was good by the servers, but the bus "girl" was too aggressive in removing plates before we were finished. She got the hint the 2nd or 3rd time we guarded our plates. "No, we're not finished quite yet". After a round of refreshing drinks (best part of the evening for me, anyway), we started with a $3 bar snack of duck liver, spread thinly on 2 crisp toast points. It was a little gamey. Would not re-order. The best appetizer by far was the gnocchi. Now I realize the reviews here on that gnocchi are mixed, but we told them light on the oil and it was great. Served with REAL morel mushroom. 2 of us split one order and another lady had an order all to herself. Honey & Whiskey glazed petite chicken wings were very tasty, but also small and boney. (Large portion, small wing size.) 2 of us, myself included, had the tilapia po boy. My friend loves this sandwich, i thought it was just OK. I wanted to try the lobster BLT special, but the night we went (a Sunday there were NO SPECIALS at all.) Quel Dommage. After our meals, we had a dessert course. A nice cheese plate came with red grapes, walnuts and 3 generous cheese selections including Morbier and Stilton. The rest of the gals shared a chocolate/peanut butter mousse, which was chilled, dense and not at all goopy. It was served in a perfect circle with a dulce du leche beneath it. Not too peanutty, but full of milky chocolate flavor. The booths are made of a hard wood and look great but are small for a party of 4 and not comfortable. This can actually help the restaurant to turn tables - as you won't sit too long (ha, ha!). The bar was packed at 8:30 PM on a Sunday. Nice to see in this crappy economy. I will return to P&K but it is not a holy grail. Oh, and it's not cheap. (but not horrible) $40 each for the 4 of us. Oh, and we love the "pabbit" logo - pig/rabbit. Reminds us of the divided we fail logo where the Democratic Donkey and Republican Elephant are merged. CUTE. Nice job! Please don't let it slide.

    (3)

  • Tom I.

    Pub and Kitchen is the first place we went to after we moved to the area and we've been back a few times since. Great beer selection. Great cocktails. Upscale pub fare. The Parliament burger is heavenly. It's hard to resist it when I go in, but I've managed at dinner to try their specials on a couple of occasions. Had an excellent short rib special one night, and, most recently, a mahi mahi special served with choizo kale and mashed pumpkin. The atmosphere is great on nice days when they have the windows wide open. It can get dark inside at night and rather noisy when it's crowded. But overall, a comfortable neighborhood pub.

    (4)

  • Angela S.

    Super cute interior! We came here because the kitchen is open late and it's a great option for good food after work. They were out of a couple of dishes that we were interested in but we came after 9pm. We ordered two fish dishes. One of them was a special. The portions weren't too generous but both dishes were delicious. We will definitely be returning to to this adorable spot.

    (4)

  • Jill L.

    Prior to my visit to Pub and Kitchen, I was a little nervous about the number of negative Yelp reviews regarding the change in chef/menu (the "FAMOUS" burger was gone!). But it was my husband's birthday and P&K was his choice, so off we went! I really liked the atmosphere of this place. It was dark, but not too dark. Cozy but still felt more upscale than a local joint. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. Plus they had a good beer list. I was hooked before our food arrived. For our meal, we tried the smoked salmon topped deviled eggs and homemade potato chips with a cauliflower cheese dip to start. I went with a steak, while my husband went with the burger (despite it not being the "FAMOUS" one). The smoked salmon deviled eggs were amazing. I'm pretty sure I ate mine in about one second flat. The chips with the cheese dip were equally as tasty. I wish they had come with some veggies or other accoutrement-- the chip to dip ratio was too low! And I TOTALLY DID NOT eat the rest of the dip with a fork ... So about my entree. Words cannot describe how fast I ate that dish. The meat was cooked perfectly, and it came with some delicious sauteed scallions and onions and a potato rosti (block of scalloped potatoes, for those of you like me who had no clue what that was). Everything was covered in this delicious au jus. As for the birthday boy, he enjoyed his burger, but clearly not as much as I loved my meal. If you visit and the steak is being served, please order it. So why 5 stars? I debated between 4 and 5. There were a couple of things that bugged me (menu is not posted online, prices were a tad high, tables were very close to each other) but ultimately, I decided that because a month later I was still dreaming of that steak and those deviled eggs and that heavenly cheese dip that I TOTALLY DID NOT eat with a fork... this place definitely deserved all 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Stephanie S.

    I wish I could give 3.5 stars, but I'm feeling generous. Really good neighborhood spot, with fancy specialty cocktails and really delicious foods. Both times I've been, was slightly disappointed in the craft beer selection, bottles and draft, but there's enough cocktails on the menu to keep me interested! I ate a cheese plate and the escargo.. Both were sooo delicious. I heard the burgers are the best, so maybe ill order that next time. Atmosphere is narrow, dark lighting, pub style layout , long narrow bar with a few dinner tables in the back. Good for a casual but delicious dinner, and even better for several drinks! Weekends are packed, standing room only at bar, or 45 min wait for a table on Saturday nights. But, it's worth it and the staff are friendly! I will definatly return to P&K!

    (4)

  • Chip S.

    Definitely try this place out!! I went to dinner this past Saturday with some of my cousins from New York. Not only was the food incredible (I got the burger and my girlfriend got the pork chop which were both equally amazing), but the chef (Eli) came out to personally check on us to ensure everything was perfect. How often does that happen?? The chef... Checking in on customers! The beer selection was impressive as well! Between the food and the service, I'd rate this place to be a minimum of 5 stars (not to mention it has one of the best burgers in the city).

    (5)

  • Lilli C.

    Unfortunately, the delicious food was marred by the terrible service. The waitress we had was perhaps one of the rudest I've encountered in a while. It started when my boyfriend and I decided to order the Kolsch- which happens to be our favorite beer, despite being the cheapest on the menu and in a can. The waitress' response when we ordered this:"'um, really?" She also asked us 4 times if we wanted a glass with it...she finally brought the beers out with some glasses and asked AGAIN, if we needed a glass. YES we said again. She then attempted to pour the beer into the glass while it fizzed all over and told us she was a bad at pouring beer. Just give me the glass, I'll pour it myself I told her. GOOD was her response. The food however was delicious. Both the mussels and the skate were awesome. I would have stayed for dessert and more drinks if the waitress hadn't brought us over our check immediately after we finished dinner without asking us if there was anything else we'd like. I'll definitely be back here, but avoid the rude waitress' section.

    (3)

  • Rosie C.

    From the moment I saw the cool old exterior door, I thought we had found the perfect place for a late Friday dinner. And when we saw Cooper sharp cheese on the menu, that confirmed it. Pub & Kitchen is a comfortable neighborhood bar with an elevated foodie feel. For example, instead of a regular wedge salad with iceberg lettuce, I had a salad with grilled gem lettuce, which was really unique and delicious. I also had the oyster po' boy app, which was one large slider--also delicious, but very fishy tasting. The bf declared that the burger is within his top three burgers in Philly. High praise, indeed. Our only complaint was that the dining area, which bleeds into the bar area, was very, very loud. It was full, but not packed, and yet we had to shout to be heard. Perhaps it would be best before 10pm. There is a cozy side room (perfect for parties) that may have been quieter. All in all, I would absolutely return and encourage you to do the same!

    (4)

  • Resham G.

    I used to live for the burgers here, so it made sense that after living in India for a year, where beef burgers are tough to find, I came to pub and kitchen to fulfill my meaty desires. Sadly, the burger I had was a far cry from the burger I remembered. Instead of being a thick, juicy, pink center affair, it was two thin gray patties that tasted of McDonald's but worse. The bartenders informed me that they had a new chef and that customers were really into this chic take on a more classic taste (two sad little patties instead of one perfectly grilled slab of goodness) but I beg to differ. If I wanted thin, overcooked meat patties, I would not have forked over so much money here. Still a cool space with nice drinks, but the new style burger completely changed my mind about pub and kitchen.

    (2)

  • Elizabeth M.

    Went here for dinner and sat at the bar. Good draught selection as well as cans / bottles. Cocktails also looked interesting. Had the skirt steak to eat. Asked for rare but bartender suggested medium rare, and I agreed. Chard very good. Croquettes a little too bready for me. Steak delicious. They do seem to like their salt, which I'm not a huge fan of. They had two tvs in the bar, both on sports which was nice. Bartenders were attentive but not annoyingly. Parking situation wasn't great, but there was a garage a block away that I used. Outdoor seating looked nice as well. Would come back

    (4)

  • Gabby M.

    Super cool place! I had the burger and it is definitely one of the juiciest, most flavorful burgers I have gotten in Philadelphia. The service was great and the ambiance was nice. I do agree with other reviews that it was pretty loud in there so definitely not the best place for conversations.

    (4)

  • Vichet O.

    Good burger. Good service. Good drinks. Good ambiance. That's about all I needed to rate this place at a 4. I would, however, never come here if it were crowded. The feel of the place would be ruined by more than "regular crowd" sized attendance. Then again, who knows? Maybe the place turns into a gigantic dance party on Fridays and Saturdays and it's actually awesome. ... can someone tell me if that's actually the case? The only downside is that their beers aren't full pints, unless I've been ordering the wrong beers. It's the old "tall-skinny-glass" trick. Ah, well. I probably shouldn't drink so much anyway.

    (4)

  • Vicki S.

    I really want to love this place since it's only a block from my apartment... I've given it many tries but I guess it's just not meant to be. During my last experience, I tried to go there for brunch and sat outside for a good 15 minutes without even getting served water... seeing how slow the service was going to be, my friends and I decided it wasn't worth the wait and just left. Didn't really feel bad since we weren't even acknowledged by anyone yet. The other times I've been, service was also slow but tolerable and the food is actually pretty good. However, the servers seem to really try and push drinks on you and seem disappointed when you decline. Plus side is that their bread, grilled gem salad and sandwiches/burgers are good. But there's a lot of "good" places in Philly so if your service isn't on par, it's just not worth the hassle of going back.

    (2)

  • Eddie A.

    This place has great atmosphere, great service, and amazing food. I ate the rabbit meatballs and spent the whole time trying to figure out what ingredients contributed to the amazing flavor of the dish. If I could get a seat at the bar I would eat here every day.

    (5)

  • Kathy K.

    Burger and fries are very good. But other than that...menu choices are odd and food is mediocre at best. Portion sizes also very small. Think this place needs to decide what it wants to be and if a higher end restaurant get a new chef! Beer selections good. Nice bar lots of seats.

    (2)

  • Brian S.

    I had the gnocci as an app and burger for dinner. Burger was hands down that best I've had. Service was excellent. Who the hell wants to sit around for two hours (see complaints about being served too quickly). You go, you eat, and you enjoy. Thanks for a great meal.

    (5)

  • Jenna M.

    As a pretentious yuppie, I love Pub and Kitchen!! .... Oh wait, I'm neither a yuppie nor pretentious. I'm just a food and beer-loving gal who is comfortable hanging with people from all walks of life. Ok then. I still love Pub and Kitchen! The menu, while small, has well earned the hype. The upscale pub food concept works! P&K makes the first decent fish n' chips I've had in this city. So flaky and delish. Every little item was amazing... the mussels appetizer, the savory thin fries, even the mushy peas. My one quibble is I wish there were at least one vege option. Yeah I'm not really a vegetarian, considering I ate fish & chips, mussels, and a bite of my man's lobster BLT. But still, I'm curious to see what the chef could do with non-formerly sentient ingredients. The beer selection is above-average, though the prices are too. And for $6 it wouldn't kill them to give you a full pint rather than a small glass. The service and atmosphere were excellent on an early Saturday evening. We had a largish group (anything above 4 will be a stretch in the main room) plus an extra person showed up later, but our waitress was sweet and welcoming to all. She was fun to talk to as well, and she gave good recommendations on beer & foods. P&K is a little too far above my usual price range to become a new regular spot, but I think the price reflects the quality (except for the beer volume issue discussed above). I'll definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Dom R.

    Elevated Pub Food with great beers and cocktails is what you will find here at the Pub & Kitchen. This place has been added to my regular rotation of great bars in the city that also serve great food. The Churchill Burger is a must order, as it is one of the best in the city. Is it my favorite burger of all time? Maybe not, but it is damn tasty. So simple, the special blend of LaFrieda meat really is the star with this burger. Topped simply with caramelized onions and Bone Marrow butter, it is super tasty. The fries were awesome as well, extra crispy and plentiful. Some of the best fries in the city. The menu is rather small with daily specials, but I appreciate that, as every item is done really well. The bar definitely has that New York atmosphere as I am sure that is what they are going for. Especially with serving NY's LaFrieda beef along with a variety of offerings from NY's SixPoint Brewery. Mmmmmh Bengali Tiger - one of my favorite beers. It is rather dark inside as others have complained about, but I don't really mind it. Expect to see patrons using their cell phone's LED to read the menu. The female bartenders are great. Attractive and knowledgeable. What more can you ask for? Yes, another beer.

    (4)

  • Ryan E.

    Seriously, this is one my favorite restaurants. I'm surprised their star rating isn't higher because I'm as picky as they come and the churchill burger is the best burger on the planet. Yes, the planet! Seriously, this burger melts in your mouth. I'm told it's made from dry-aged grass fed beef from upstate NY, mixed with pork and topped off with a top notch blue cheese. Perfection! If there is one place I tell visitors of Philadelphia to go, it's Pub & Kitchen....

    (5)

  • Beth R.

    Solely based on the drinks...it's nice inside but expensive. I guess because of the proximity to Rittenhouse, but I have been a few times for the bar, and never really felt like it was quite worth the money.

    (3)

  • Jacqueline C.

    O.k., so you get what you pay for... foremost the atmosphere and the service; the dimly lit inviting space (save the rock hard seats) and a nice view (at any point in time this place is filled filled with more good looking people than not, including the servers... and let's be frank, this can be difficult to find in Philly). The outside seating is also great when the snow melts. Oh and most of the glassware and napkins have the 1/2 pig 1/2 rabbit symobol on them. I wonder how many glasses disappear weekly. This is a great date spot, but not a place to meet other people... there is little to no mingling among the patrons. The service is great. Attentive histesses/ waiters/ waitresses/ bar tenders (although you might not be able to pick them out as they all dress in street clothes) always wear a smile. The laid back clothes just add to the laid back atmosphere of the place in general. Feel free to swing by with a different dates in the same week and they won't even give you an evil eye... or so I have heard. Lol. The beer selection (although not extensive) is better than average and includes decent draft selections. The wine selection... well let's just say it sucks . No really, its horrible (way overpriced and limited to 2-3 horrible selections per grape most all of which can be purchased for less than $15 per bottle at a liquor store). Now for the food. The limited menu is always changing.... which can make it disappointing when your favorite items aren't on the menu and when there is only one veggie option (which is more the case than not). Most of the food is o.k. at best, but there are some stand-outs. Beware... not all of these are fixtures on the menu, so check the menu before sitting down. - Duck (Med-rare and often served in the fall is is served in its own juices and clearly fresh) - The crab/avacado salad (often served in the summer is very fresh and a nice portion size for a light meal) - Mussells (the preparation changes, but they are fresh and served with two perfectly taosted wedges of bread) - Fries (pomee frites preparation...best with apple cider and plenty for 3-4 to share) - Olives (a good selection and a steal for the size of the bowl you get... skip the grocery store and get take-out) - Hot wings (they are small, but tastey and you get quite a few... also served with carrot sticks and celery for added crunch) - The burger (In the interest of full disclosure I haven't tried it... but I have heard good things). The entire menu is over priced, but hey I warned you... Happy eating!

    (3)

  • Pamela S.

    by 3 stars, i really mean 3.5- white brick walls, cool rustic furniture, seasoned, attractive employees. and the lighting is lovely.. nay, PERFECT. probably good for a blind date. and service is good and timely. but 3.5 could've been 4 if it wasn't so expensive for what i'm getting. and if the kitchen was more accommodating. the first time i ever ate there, (around when it first opened), i ordered ravioli and received 3 or 5 pieces for $11-13. another time i visited, i tried substituting a salad for fries with my burger. and my server said, "no, sorry, the kitchen won't do that." are you $^%ER@# kidding me??? it wasn't a super modification. it's not as if i asked for a burger with only one bun, no tomato, half piece of lettuce, two onion rings, and love. it wasn't like i wanted to substitute lobster for fries!!! needless to say, this is the first time i've been unable to substitute. i'm usually really easy to please, but this is the first time i've ever felt difficult. at least in my head. is this in my head? unforgivable.

    (3)

  • Adrienne M.

    What cute decor! AND THE best burger I've EVER had. Or at least tied for first. The Churchill burger was heaven. A little ridiculous that it feels the need to cost $20, but I didn't walk out regretting anything. When I asked the waitress if I could add cheese (it only comes with sauteed onions,) she said of course, but that it really wasn't necessary. I took her advice and ordered sans cheese, all of us did. Good thing too. She was right - there is just no need for cheese. In fact, I personally think it'd make it less good. The burger was SO flavorful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!­!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I couldn't quite put my finger on what made it taste so good so I asked. The waitress talked about all the different sort of beef in it, I can't remember. Also apparently it's brushed with bone marrow butter. There ya go. Occassionally I'll bake my dog a nice marrow bone and get jealous over the greasy deliciousness she gets to enjoy- but now I can enjoy a similar flavor without feeling guilty sticking my finger in a bubbling hot bone to scoop out chunky melted hunks of fat. I had some drinks and maybe an appetizer or something, but I can't remember any of that. It was all a blur as I sat in anticipation for my burger, ignoring any conversation that was going on among my group.

    (5)

  • Herb B.

    Where to start.... I have given this place much thought. After many visits, I always left feeling like a victim of the best PR team in Philly. They pay for publicity and it shows. The food, in everyone of my experinces here, has been just ok. I order the lobster bisque the first time I was there around their opening and it was good, every other time I've been back it seems to get worse. The burger in my opionion is not that good. It's a bacon cheeseburger. That's it. It's really nothing special, everytime I've ate this burger ( 4 times now ) it's been way overcooked and extremely salty. At first I thought it maybe was the bacon, tried the bacon, and actually the bacon needed salt. So I told my self not to order the burger next time back. I've tried to like this place. But the last time I went really made my mind up for me. I sat down with the girl and some friends after drinking over priced middle of the road beers, glanced at the menu and saw meatloaf. Now I'm not the person to seek out meatloaf, but I figured if anyone can make a bangin meatloaf their chef can. So holding my excitement back I ordered the meatloaf in anticapation of what was ahead of me. I was thinking best meatloaf ever. So the server arrives to the table and places the food down in front of everyone, and I front of me he lies a pulled pork sandwich. I'm confused, the table is confused after hearing me order the meatloaf and talking about how it may erase the memories of horrid meatloafs past. After 10 minutes of sitting there with no server to be found I ate this pile of garbage they called pulled pork. I never said anything out of fear of what I may said to the server, I was extremely pissed. That being said I will never walk through those doors again. After spending hundreds of dollars in this establishment, I give up. Hopefully the money I have spent here will go to one more month of PR. They will surely need it, without the hype this place is just another bar. Nothing more. Also the spotted pig called they want their menu back.

    (2)

  • Penelope D.

    I am so sad to write that I really had a negative experience at Pub and Kitchen. I arrived at this restaurant with a medium size group of friends (6 of us) for a sendoff dinner for a couple moving to Arizona. The hostess had trouble accommodating us and acted slightly put out. It was my first time to the restaurant since it was updated and revamped and became Pub and Kitchen. Upon looking at the menu I realized there were not many Vegetarian options. i asked our waiter if the kitchen could alter an entree and make it Veg friendly for me....and he snidely suggest I try the side of brussel sprouts. I explained I was more hungry then for just a small side plate and he simple repeated himself, "your best bet are the brussel sprouts." Such a bummer. I used to frequent this place when it was Chaucer's. Just walking in the door made me feel nostalgic. I really wanted to enjoy my dinner there. I would give Pub and Kitchen a second chance cause I am a forgiving lady, but I do hope they would be slightly more accommodating to someone with dietary restrictions. I have lots of friends who love this restaurant and I would like to join them for dinner sometime!

    (1)

  • Nick M.

    My favorite place in Philly. Great atmosphere (very cool lightbulbs!), interesting beer selection, AWESOME food. My fav combo is the deviled eggs, churchhill burger, and whatever hoppy beer they have on draft. You won't be let down.

    (5)

  • Zhanna P.

    Went here for Brunch on Saturday afternoon. The menu was kind of small and had more lunch choices rather than breakfast where I like an even proportion of both. I ordered the breakfast americana which was good, but nothing extraordinary, but I mean I guess it is kind of hard to make eggs and bacon fabulous. Their fries were delicious though I must say. I wanted to try the Windsor Burger but refrained as I was in a breakfast mood. I hear it is quite delicious and I guess I will have to go back and see.

    (3)

  • Geronimo G.

    I like the family feel here. Maybe it's the narrow layout or the lowish ceilings or something.

    (4)

  • Kristin C.

    The BunnyPig as it's affectionately known as is a great spot for food and friendship! It does get a bit crowded, but it's perf when you can get a table outside! I've eaten there twice so far, once too long ago to reference and the second time, I had a burger at about 11pm whilst standing at the crowded bar watching the winter olympics, and it was delicious. It didn't stand out for any particular reason as far as my burger tastings have gone but it was juicy, perfectly medium rare and hit the spot and sometimes that's just enough! I drink there often and really like the atmosphere, Chaucers was empty the few times I was in there so they definitely made the most of the location! Kudos!

    (4)

  • Nick M.

    It's a pretty cool place. Limited beer selection, but it seems to be heavily curated (read: no bad options). Haven't had proper food there, but the wings and fries are awesome. Also, other friends have been big fans of the oysters.

    (4)

  • Andrea C.

    There was a time when all i wanted to do was have an old fashioned at pub and kitchen, eat some meatloaf and take in my ipod playlist on the speakers. It's changed considerably. i don't know if the food quality dropped with the economy, but even their burgers are failing. The only thing i recently had there with which i was impressed was sauteed swiss char with almonds and cranberries. (It was really well cooked with no bitter and all the flavor, just like char is supposed to taste). Their oysters are good if you're lucky enough to get there on a west coast day, but even then, they seem to get the small batches. A real regret is that whatever bartender made me fall in love with the old fashioned has since wandered into a place of cheap watered down bourbon and cloying bitters. A real shame for a bourbon cherry to go bad in a drink like that. Oh, and who took the doughnuts? Really? Of all the dessert items, you took the homemade doughnuts with chocolate dipping sauce? For shame! I'm hoping that as the winter rolls closer, we'll see the meatloaf again, with mushy peas, and mashed potatoes like a good simple urban hipster bar should class up. For now, meh on all fronts except the neat interior and pretty awesome wait staff.

    (3)

  • Amanda D.

    You know what, I like this place. It's ok. Not my favorite place in the city, but it's good enough. Food is good- my friend (fellow yelper Jason F.) got some sort of really thick Irish bacon that was AWESOME. I've had to burger- it's fine, the 1/2 chicken is fine as well. I like the bathroom area for some reason, not sure exactly why. It's downstairs, like you're going into a cave or something. Bloody Mary's are good. Staff + servers are very friendly. Chef is SMOKIN HOT.

    (3)

  • Kathryn M.

    I found myself in Pub and Kitchen in the middle of the snowstorm on Saturday night. Originally looking for a coffee shop to read a good book for a little time outside of the house I ended up with a beer and an order of fries and not enough light to read. Luckily, it was just what the Dr. ordered. Tucked away at one of the last tables in the bar area I enjoyed great service and a tasty snack for the cold weather. The fries were perfectly thin cut and crisp on the outside with a nice light texture inside. The truffle dijonnaise that accompanied them was tasty although a bit heavy on the truffle (and I love truffle anything). The beer list was extensive and varied enough for any palate and the dimly lit interior was the stuff of poetry. I will definitely be back.

    (4)

  • john c.

    Finally i found a proper gastropub that has some strong foundations. They have all the basic and the do it solid! Excellent fish chips, Salmiing burger and a great sense of creativity with what can seem like a plain old dish. I had a frisee salad topped with deep fried egg and a kicking mustard vinaigrette. First time i was happy to order a salad, it's defintiey not a DIET type of salad. Following that with a half rack of baby backs wasn't he healthiest choice but mmmm boy was it good. I did wish it had a little more bite to the meat (sometimes too tender, i prefer a little more tooth) but not bad for a non bbq joint. I wanna eat the whole damn menu. Great place to chill all year round. these guys are good, reminds me of Spotted Pig.

    (4)

  • Emily C.

    Goat cheese and crab gnocchi, mussels, cheddar and bacon cheeseburger, bloody marys... Need I say more? It's a small space so it does get loud and crowded fast... so if you want quiet, get there early. I love the pabbit.

    (5)

  • Bryan A.

    A couple of friends and I came into pub and kitchen for brunch. We walk to the corner of the block and come to a stop wondering if the corner area we were looking at is actually pub and kitchen since we didn't see any sign or label on the outside stating it's name, after seeing the menu on the wall and seeing the familiar bunny mascot on the menu we realized it was the restaurant we were looking for. Right when we walked through the front door we are greeted by the hostess and walked down a stretched dining room. There were four of us and we ordered two burgers to split between two of us. The burger I ended up splitting was cooked well done with an egg and cheddar on top ( the burger normally doesn't come with cheddar. I also ordered a coffee that was constantly refilled by the attentive waitress, before I knew it, I was hyped up on caffeine and ready to chowdown on my burger. Not soon before long, the burgers came out and the feast was about to begin. The burger ended up being really juicy for a well done burger and the gooey cheese just stretched out with every single bite I took out of the burger. Before I knew it, the burger was gone and all that was left was a pile of fairly crispy fries. It was a good meal all in all and the service was awesome. We only came in for the burgers because we had a mission that day to try a couple other burger places in the city.

    (4)

  • Barry P.

    Fancy Bar. This isn't some frat boy bar. I've been here a couple of times, and have been pretty impressed for the most part. The bartender's are a little slow, I've definitely waited to be asked what I wanted to drink for more than 5-10 minutes, which is a little annoying. The beer selection is pretty good, and the food is good as well. The music they play here is pretty hip and trendy as well. I've definitely heard some Cold War Kids, which I'm down for. Overall, if you want a relaxed, nice, not filled with assholes bar, stop by at Pub and Kitchen and you won't be disappointed.

    (4)

  • Ronald S.

    The food was good even though nothing was hot or for that matter overly warm. Server didn't inform us what they were out of until I had tried to order them(3 different items). I would say that all in all not a bad experience but not somewhere I felt warranted going back to for more than a drink.

    (2)

  • Mikonora R.

    Best burger in the city!

    (5)

  • Edward S.

    The wines they pour are good and varied, beers are good- a little unexciting but it fits with the whole British themed menu. Food is very good- the burger is great- well prepared both times I've had it. I've sampled various other menu items and Service is decent and the crowd is low key in a very white collar kind of way. I wouldn't go there to get bombed, I wouldn't go there for a fancy dinner. An upscale local bar is the best way to put it. A 3.5 edging on 3.75 so I rounded up.

    (4)

  • Julia L.

    I really wish I could enjoy more of the hidden gems in Rittenhouse sq area and adjacent areas but you know me and parking. If there's no good parking options in the area, I'm less likely to dine there. I guess this mentality will need to change when I move back to the Northeast and start taking public transportation. we didnt find parking so we parked in a nearby parking lot (I know, I know. a little part of my soul just died too), and as we were walking up towards the entrance, I saw logo and said "Look a pig! Wait. no. that's not a pig." Upon closer inspection, I saw that it was some sort of fusion between a rabbit and a pig, also known as a pabbit. Besides the reviews about greatest burger in the city, I didn't know much else about this restaurant (clearly). This Belgian ale had a nice carbonated kick to it. Even when Joe passed his glass over for a sip, I could smell the wheat-y-good-ness. Very nice for those, who like me, aren't fans of the bitter taste. I had the white grape sangria with some grapes and apple slices in it. It was very refreshing, perfect for a hot summer day (apparently Philly was having a heat week when I was there). We decided to order both of the burgers on their menu. The Churchill burger has a custom dry-aged beef patty with sauteed onions and french fries on the side. The flavor of this beef just sang. So delicious! Joe loved that it didn't have a cheese to take away from the beef flavor. I'm more of the "can't have enough cheese" school of thought. And the burger was just so juicy~ And did I mention delicious? The Parliament burger had bacon (yum!), English cheddar (double yum!), pub sauce and some crispy french fries. The only problem with eating this delicious dish outside was competing with flies for some fries! The burger was good (but not as flavorful as the Churchill) and I loved the contrast that the crispy bacon texture and the cheddar cheese flavor added to the burger. For a side dish we had the sauteed kale with pine nuts and golden raisins. Kale has become a new favorite for me (luckily, it's becoming a trendy veggie in restaurants as well). I kinda wish this dish had more flavor but overall, the meal was excellent.

    (5)

  • Matthew H.

    A buddy and myself went to Pub and Kitchen for dinner on a Thursday night. Our apps were extremely good, I got the smoke wings and my buddy got the carrot salad, both very good. The problem is that our entrees took more than 40 minutes to come out. We didn't complain but that's because we didn't need to the waitress kept coming by and promising that our food was going to come out and apologizing for the wait. It was busy in the restaurant but not so much that it should have taken that long for a steak cooked medium and skate wing. It really kind of dampened the dinner. I want to like this place and this was the first time I have eaten here after they got a new chef and renovated the place. Unfortunately I can't see myself returning to eat if they take 40+ minutes to deliver food to the table.

    (2)

  • David B.

    Drinks: Tried the "Wrangler" which was named the best Bloody Mary for 2012 by Philadelphia magazine. It tasted and looked really great. It has a nice horseradish kick. The biddy I was with ordered the "Diablo" which was tequila-based and really good also. The atmosphere is really cool. It has "mood lighting" and near the front there is a long wooden bar which is usually packed. There are tables in the back for those who want to eat or have a bit more privacy. The bartenders are attentive and quick with a suggestion or drink. I haven't tried there food yet but I plan on going back soon to try their much-lauded burger.

    (5)

  • Abby B.

    I've been going to P&K even before it had such a classy name. Anyone remember Chaucers?! Yeah, I thought so. Great date spot as the bar is nice and long and there's even a second bar-like area behind the regular bar. Since the remodel, the decor looks more woodsy, which sort of makes me feel like I'm at a rustic cabin, which in turn, makes me want to drink more wine. Amazing happy hour, which begins at 4:00 - perfect for those of us who are educators and looking for a place to celebrate making it to the end of a week. The food is pretty stellar too. I've had the burger, which is always a good option. As for the prices, they're slightly on the higher side compared to some of the other spots in the neighborhood. However, I don't mind paying a bit extra for the ambiance, especially since I'm not a dive bar kind of gal anyways.

    (4)

  • Andrew L.

    I came alone on a Sunday night. Business was steady. Great atmosphere. Cosy and classy feel. They have dark wooden tables with white cloth napkins and candles. The host seated me right away. They leave a glass bottle of water on your table instead of keeping track of it. Which I prefer. I was craving a burger, so naturally I ordered the cheese burger. My server pre-set the table for me with all necessary condiments. My burger came within 10minutes. Quick. Sting fries. 2 thin patties cooked medium. Looked juicy. It tasted juicy. Stringy onion strips in an aoli, if you like onions. It worked for this burger. Bacon is always a must. Server checked on me often. My server was Conor. He did a great job. He was quick and efficient but you didn't feel rushed. I'd come back.

    (4)

  • Kelly W.

    This review is widely overdue. I'm always impressed with the service, food, and drinks here. I've been here for Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Snacks, and simply cocktails and always have a great time. I love that they have a large bar as well as ample standing room around the bar (Sorry about that one time and the cartwheels). The one star is deducted because I'm a sucker for consistency and I miss their old burger, the 2 patties are a bit much for me but its still pretty incredible. So happy I can call this a neighborhood favorite!

    (4)

  • John R.

    Very good burger and a radicchio salad. Excellent Cape Cod mussels. Solid panna cotta dessert. Understandably a little bit too loud but was Friday evening.

    (4)

  • Grant C.

    Pub and Kitchen was good, but not great. The staff was friendly and attentive. The decor was typical of what you would expect of a gastropub: woody, homey, and casually candlelit. The food was tasty. We ordered the buffalo wings and sweet breads for appetizers and fish and chips and the Churchill burger for our main courses. Everything was above average except the fish & chips, which we thought were just OK. There were about 8-10 beers on draft. I enjoyed the porter and the hoppier IPA. In addition, we thought the pre-prohibition cocktails (e.g. Dark and Stormy and the Old Fashioned) were fun. Our main complaint was the price. Two people for $150, which included a 20% tip and 6 drinks. Now for basic pub food, that is a little steep. Bottom line: it was good but for the same amount of money, I would go to Village Whiskey.

    (3)

  • Larissa B.

    I have been here a few times for drinks- the beer selection is good. I recently ate here and thought that the food was pretty good. Not very veg friendly however. Nice crowd, friendly staff, and outdoor seating will definitely bring me back.

    (4)

  • bernie v.

    First off, any bar that has dogfish head raisen d'etre on tap is already a-ok in my book!! Now on to the food, the wife and I both had the english onion soup and the burger/fries - the english onion soup had chunks of pork in it which I wasn't expecting - its a tasty soup for sure - but if you're looking for a "traditional" french onion soup you might not want this. (I guess that's why its called english onion soup and not french onion soup :) It's kinda funny because as we were waiting for our burgers we heard the table behind us (who all ordered the burger) comment how philly is going through a burger revolution - which is kinda true with all these burger places popping up. Anyhow, the burger did not disappoint - cooked medium rare as we ordered it - and a nice size - and very flavorful. The service was impeccable. My water glass never made it to half empty as they had someone going around filling water glasses on a regular basis (big plus in my book). We definitely will be going back to try out some more things on the menu!

    (4)

  • Chris M.

    Place is really cool and has a great atmosphere. they found a good niche and have nailed it. food is very good, not out of this world but solid. burger is good not great, really enjoyed the pulled pork and the oysters were outstanding. it is a great place to go to dinner with friends or hang out grab a beer and watch a game. if you havent been here it s a must try!

    (4)

  • Sara B.

    Right around the corner from our house - this is our (my husband and I) go to for everything! Brunch, a cocktail, a late night snack, a date night! We love pub and kitchen so much - such a cool vibe and such great people, the food is the best too :) Love it!

    (5)

  • Lauren C.

    Met a girlfriend here a few weeks ago for a drink. The place had just gotten done being renovated, and I must say it looks fantastic! Having only stumbled in in the past, I didn't have firm bearings of exactly what changed specifically, but I did observe a whole lot more bar seating against the back wall that was formerly standing-room only- major plus in my book. Also- beware! They switched up the ladies/mens room. They have signage telling you of this when you go down the steps, but I ran right past that, and nearly avoided an embarassing situation before catching myself. So we started off with the red sangria. The beverage was mixed amazingly well, and the fruit that they throw in there is delish. I really love it when the fruit spends some quality time in the booze thus becoming booze-fruit, but this wasn't the case with this sangria. It still tasted great and did the trick just fine. Along with the renovations came some shifts in the menu. My friend was horrified to see that some Churchill burger wasn't on there anymore that was quite a to-do previously. Vegetarianism dictates that I didn't particularly care... nor was I too upset by the absence of this item. We decided to share something small. Please be advised that the menu shown on yelp isn't the latest/greatest. It's a lot more abstract? now. We had this delicious, warm baked bread dipped in this sweet yet savory compote of olives and fruit. It got the job done, but I don't think I'd go back seeking this out. All in all, it was a great spot to hang out. They're just getting used to their new menu, so I'd defintily check back once they got the hang of it for sure. As a vegetarian, my options are limited, but I guess thats what you get at a place with a rabbit/pig on their sign. The place is sophisitcated, yet layed back, and in a great little neighborhood. That is the greatest appeal, along with their amazing drinks, and that is what I'll be back for!

    (3)

  • Sang D.

    Been for brunch and dinner. Brunch was bland and the portions were way too small. Probably 5 home fries to go with my tiny $14 bowl of polenta and eggs and tiny 2 slices of pancetta or whatever swine it was. Wouldnt go back. Dinner was pretty much priced out of my budget but ive had the cheeseburger two or three times, its delicious, and the wings are good too. Great atmosphere, very stylish, fun place to drink. Love the look of the place.

    (3)

  • Lauren S.

    I can see why Pub & Kitchen made the 2012 Top 50 Bar list. It was a little too classy for some of my dodgeball teammates but there more a dive bar type crowd. They also may of been a little turned off because we grab a spot at the bar and were asked to move seats to back ledge area. I wasn't a fan of this either. The food was excellent, I know there menu changes seasonally but if you ever see the brussels sprouts on the menu I highly recommend them. Minus the seat move the servers were friendly. I look forward to checking this place out again.

    (4)

  • Kristine E.

    I went to Pub & Kitchen for the first time last week after a long day at work -- They were running a special called the Restaurant Week Relief (I think) $20 for a a half dz oysters, burger & fries, and a beer -- let's just say.. probably one of the better burgers I've had in the city in a long time! Their kitchen is open late and they had a great bar selection! Our server Beth was also pretty awesome! We will definitely be back soon!

    (5)

  • Michele F.

    I've now been to Pub and Kitchen for both dinner and weekend brunch and have come to two different conclusions on this restaurant. The Dinner menu at Pub and Kitchen is good and everyone I was with enjoyed there meal but I think all of us left hungry. Pub and kitchen is known for their burger, which is delicious but its not worth the price. The burger costs about 20 dollars and did not even come with french fries. I found this too much for a bar burger without a side. One of the members of our party got the fish and chips, which they felt to be a meager portion. For the price of this "bar" food there should be more food. A few months after going to pub and kitchen for dinner I went for brunch and was pleasantly surprised. First off the atmosphere during the day is great and the restaurant had very nice natural light. At brunch my roommate and I both got the burger and were pleasantly surprised. After receiving a meager portion at dinner, I found the brunch burger to be cheaper( about fourteen dollars) and it came with a huge side of fries. I left brunch fully satisfied with my meal. I would definitely recommend this place for brunch or after dinner drinks but as for dinner I think you can find another place for dinner where you get more food for your money.

    (3)

  • Em W.

    Pub & Kitchen has a great reputation in Philadelphia, and I was looking forward (after several years passing by on work trips) to give it a try. For the price and all the hype, it really was disappointing. I got the deviled eggs (which were cute, but tasteless) and the gnocchi (which was HUGE and pasty and not good at all). My dinner companion and I split the fries, which were the best part. (But honestly, all fries are good fries, right??) Finally, service was friendly, but not all that engaging. Given all the wonderful food to choose from in Philly, I will not be back to Pub & Kitchen.

    (2)

  • J S.

    Went here last night for restaurant week...hostess Stephanie was awesome n very helpful...we got there a bit late n switched our seats outside cos it was hot as balls inside...took a little bit for our server to arrive n thought maybe it was cos he looked like Rob McElhenney lol...we shld of ordered right away but my buddies had questions n were disappointed with the unfamiliar selections...we place the orders getting one of each of the starters, all got the waygu bavette steak, 2 got the panna cotta n 1 olive oil cake....the chefs special was kinda funky...think it was like chicken liver spread on English muffin bite which to me tasted like slightly oily pb&j (it was interesting). The heirloom tomato salad was blah, the ricotta gnnochi was rich n heavy but the cape cod mussels were pretty awesome but then I love mussels!! Svc was so slow man...dude kept forgetting to get our refills, plates, utensils from the start n we didn't know he was waiting for us to let him know we were done with the apps so we were hungry when the mains came out...The medium rare waygu bavette steak was good for me...my buddies were still disappointed with the foreign looking apps n they were happy to see red meat n potatoes lol...desert was pretty good..enjoyed the panna cotta...I think the non restaurant week items wld probably make for a better first impression as the best part of my meal were the mussels by far..cant say if the slow forgetful service was a factor as we were there for like 2 hrs but was a bit underwhelmed. I'd say my meal was good enough for me to want to come back to try the other items like the rabbit meatball or Arctic char

    (3)

  • Elaine L.

    I came here with a group of 2 gals after hearing some good reviews of their burger. It wa sa beautiful day and we wanted an al fresco style happy hour/dinner thing going on. We came in, sat down and decided on the cocktails and wine. I'm not a crazy drink person but I enjoyed my cocktail. On to the food though, I settled for their burger which was definitely good. Meat was cooked to perfection and the addition of the bacon was just what made the burger pretty memorable. I would say I'm a burger snob and I prefer burgers that aren't bleeding and moo'ing (rare) but I don't want my burger tough enough to chuck it at someone (well). I like them medium rare and they were quite successful in that regard. I would love to come back to try their bread since I've heard it's one of the best around but it definitely is a must come back place!

    (4)

  • Vinicius C.

    My favorite spot to go late at night...every time I go to pub and kitchen I know i will have a good time, leave with my tummy satisfied and a grin on my face...Its twelve and I just ate a cheese plate, a burger, gnocchi and some other stuff...and if I had the time I'd probably try one of everything on the menu...consistently good and improving...plump, sweet mussels...good selection of cheeses, and paired very well might I add....You will see chefs who just left their restaurants in the this place late at night...it's that kinda place...Only thing I wished was they had a larger wine selection...but what they got is pretty damn good

    (5)

  • Gautam T.

    If you read reviews that don't mention the burger or (maybe the brunch) just move on and focus on the burger. The reason why you would come to Pub & Kitchen is to figure out for yourself which is the best burger spot in the city. Is it. 1) Village Whiskey 2) Pub & Kitchen or 3) PYT. I can't answer this question because I haven't had a chance to eat the PYT burger yet. I will tell you that Pub & Kitchen has a sinful burger that has a very smokey flavor which is insatiable. Eat the burger and let me know your thoughts on what you think the best burger in town is.

    (4)

  • Edmund S.

    Went for the first time last night with friends and was amazed at the quality of the food and the friendliness of the staff. We had oysters, mussels, and smoked wings for appetizers and the rabbit meatballs and roasted chicken for entrees. Excellent!!! I recommend this place to everybody.

    (4)

  • Chris S.

    Have been here roughly 15 times in the past 4-5 months and every time I come its great. Awesome burger, good mussels, and solid beer list. Service has always been good and the menu is reasonably priced. It's a good place to bring a date or just go and hang out with some friends at the bar. Would recommend this place to anyone.

    (5)

  • Christin K.

    Love this place, the servers and bartenders are always friendly and on point. The food is tasty, the burger is well-seasoned and delicious, the cheese board is excellent. Beers are reasonably priced. It can get a little crowded and loud, but the ambiance is cozy and warm.

    (4)

  • Mike M.

    Very good food, had the braised short rib; good portion size, cooked perfectly and very tasty. For appetizers, get the brussels sprouts, best I've ever had in my life. The salads are also very tasty. People I was with got the fish and chips was pretty good, not memorable though. Ambiance is a little too dark, cannot even read the menus at night, staff was very friendly.

    (4)

  • Jan S.

    Stopped by for dinner during a weekend trip to Philly from NYC. Walked in on a Sat night without a reservation, and the wait was 2 hours long for a party of 4. My friends and I managed to get seats at the bar, so we just ordered food and beer at the bar instead of waiting 2 hours for a table. The atmosphere is trendy - The bar area is very long and spacious, but it eventually got really crowded through the evening. I noticed there were maybe only 15-20 dining tables towards the back of the restaurant - goodluck getting seated at a table! Honey Whiskey Wings - The sauce was sweet, but that's pretty much it. There was no depth in flavor, cant really taste any whiskey in the sauce - nothing too special in my opinion. Mussels in Manhattan Clam Chowder - yummy!! i wanted to soak every last drop of the chowder with bread. The mussels also had good flavor. Disco Fries - I really wanted to like this dish. Handcut fries with peas, ham, chucky cheese sauce and top with a perfectly poached egg. It sounded and looked amazing, but i found the fries too soggy & really greasy. The sauce was bland. It definitely sounded better than it tasted. Green Beans in almond butter -this side dish was surprisingly wonderful. Probably my favorite dish of the night. The beans were perfectly cooked. Crunchy and seasoned well. The butter sauce was dreamy and I love the touch of almond. Every ingredient in the dish made sense and worked great together. Lots of beer on tap! Its definitely a good spot for a quick bite and drinks with friends.

    (3)

  • Tyler L.

    I've never really felt the need to review this place as plenty of people have given there opinion (313 and counting). One reason is that I like the place a lot, but have never really thought the food was good or bad, just a great place to go and drink. That changed this morning over brunch as I munched on chili smoked brisket with a poached egg and brussel sprouts...it was so good that I felt the need to give P&K a review. I would most definitely recommend this place for brunch, a drink, a great spot to meet friends. After this mornings brunch (and after seeing the line for Honeys Sit n Eat (which isn't that good that I would wait for the food)) I am sure I will be back a bunch. The founders imperial stout kicked right before I got some of that deliciousness...but I will say they always have a couple good beers on draught. I admit, I love the Pabbit.

    (4)

  • Evie S.

    Pub and Kitchen is a solid neighborhood place. The food is always tasty (they have a very good burger and I highly recoomend the lamb tartar that's on their menu currently). Wait staff is always pleasant and attentive. I've never had a bad experience here.

    (4)

  • kim N.

    We went for Restaurant Week and the food was very disappointing! I've been to P&K many times and really enjoyed the food. But for RW, we tried the mussels and the gnudi. The mussels were great but the gnudi was very different from the usual preparation - instead of being light and fluffy, the gnude were breaded and heavy. I was not a fan. The mussels were pretty good though. We then tried the monkfish dish and the pork. The pork was surprisingly light and much better (read: good but not something I'd order again b/c kind of boring) than the monkfish which I thought had a weird BBQ sauce and was too heavy. I wasn't a fan. Both desserts, the panna cotta and bread pudding were delicious. The drinks weren't that great but the service was pleasant enough and the meal did end on a high note. I'd recommend going to P&K not for RW but on a regular night.

    (2)

  • Anne A.

    This is a review for brunch only -- I've never eaten at P&K for dinner. I would highly recommend it as a brunch spot, both for ambience and food. Unlike nearby Honeys, it's unlikely that there will be a wait -- pub and kitchen as a brunch spot feels like a well-kept secret. The brunch drinks are great; I went on a snowy day and had a spiked cider, and their bloodies are good as well. In addition, my servers have always been awesome. I want to be their friends. The best part of brunch is that the p&k burger is on the menu; it's one of the best in the city. The French fries are really nice and crispy. I also got a special trout Benedict one day, which was unusual, but a bit too rich for me. If I have one complaint about brunch here, it's that it tends to be a meal on the heavier side. Nevertheless, it's a great spot, and the sunlight streaming into the back room is extremely pleasant.

    (4)

  • Rita C.

    After having Pub & Kitchen on my list for over a year, my boyfriend and I finally headed over last Saturday night to check it out. We walked in to a crowded, loud bar area and I thought "we're screwed" since they don't take reservations. The burger gods must have been smiling down on us because it was only a 30 minute wait for a table, so we headed over to Ten Stone for a beer. As we got back to P&K, it got considerably busier, so we had to snake through the crowd to get to our tiny little table at the back of the bar. We decided to just go with food tonight and save the specialty cocktails for another day. My original plan was to get the burger since there's so many rave reviews about it, but then I was slapped with an orecchiette pasta special with a duck ragout that I just couldn't say no to. (After all, the boyfriend ended up getting the burger, so a couple bites would be enough to see if it lives up to the hype.) The entrees came out. They looked so good...They smelled heavenly. ..They tasted delicious. The pasta dish was just an appetizer, but it was delicious. The duck ragout was very tasty and tasted like it was home cooked all day (just like Grandma would have done it). My only complaint - the pasta was topped with walnuts that seemed completely unnecessary; even having them for show didn't do anything for the plate. Still good though. The burger was big, juicy and delicious. My boyfriend even said it easily rivaled the burgers at Whiskey Village. ***I'd like to go on record for just a second: I completely disagree with his review of this burger. So far no burger compares to the gloriousness of a Village Whiskey burger!*** This burger happened to be topped with blue cheese and red onions. I wasn't a fan of the red onions, but the rest of the burger was absolute perfection. He also ordered a side of fries, which I thought were delicious. All-in-all, P&K delivered up some damn good grub. I will definitely come back in the future, especially to check out brunch!

    (3)

  • Tori P.

    Great service and awesome beer selection make this place a real gem in the graduate hospital neighborhood. We went with a group of 6 on a Saturday night. We started at the bar, and made out way to a table for appetizers. The waitress was charming, attentive and funny. She explained the proverb behind the name of the restaurant, which gave us all a good laugh. The only downside to pub and kitchen was that it's a little far away from other city hit spots. I'll definitely go back when I'm in the neighborhood.

    (4)

  • Trang N.

    We stopped in for cocktails after our dinner at Pumpkin down the street. It's a great corner bar, I would say that it's a step up from your typical pub. (Oh wait, duh, I think this is another gastropub.) I agree with another reviewer that, this bar would not be out of place in Manhattan. A long dark wooden bar runs the length of the space, the mood was very intimate. There is a seating area in the back, set away from the bar crowd. We were able to grab a seat at the bar and we appreciated the fact that there wasn't someone constantly over our shoulder trying to get bar to order drinks! (I value my personal space!) There was a nice selections of beers to chose from as well as well as a variety of bites to nosh on. The sweet aroma of deep fried french fries filled the air, which made my taste buds salivate! I refrained from order it, since we literally just left dinner, but I will definitely be back to try them out, along with the 'Churchill' that everyone seems to rave about! I settled for my other love, freshly shucked oysters! They were done very nicely, subtle in size and delicious. We came in the day that Whitney Houston passed away, so her voice fill the bar space, so I'm not sure what kind of music is usually played. If I lived in the area, I would stop by here more often, unfortunately there isn't a lot of other bars in area for us to make the trek across town, we don't tend to stay at one bar for the entire night, not nonetheless, a great spot!

    (4)

  • Sam W.

    Great range in this place. You can go in and order a burger and beer for a reasonable price or class it up and go with a delicious martini and steak and be equally happy with all.

    (4)

  • Michael H.

    This place is really charming inside and just what you need if you feel like a traditional European pub. Service is friendly, and there's a huge bar that's nice and open to the street on good days. But, I think it's overpriced. Four of us went and had 4-5 small plates and ended up with a bill upwards of $100 - pretty crazy. The mussels were dry and not too flavorful. The rest of the food, I can't remember. A nice neighborhood option for a drink.

    (3)

  • Chandel B.

    Amazing service, food, happy hour specials. All around great vibe, really nice outdoor sidewalk seating.

    (4)

  • Susanne J.

    I had heard so many wonderful things about the burger offerings here. I was so disappointed to find that, on the night I chose to dine in, they had taken their list of burgers down to one - the once famous Churchill Burger, I believe. I've had better at Five Guys. Warm bleu cheese just does not do wonders for me - I felt it gave the burger bitter, gritty taste. It couldn't even be redeemed by the fries. The atmosphere is also overwhelmingly noisy on a Friday night. The music is in constant competition with customers who get louder and louder with each beer they toss back.

    (2)

  • Sarah C.

    I first tasted Eli Collins amazing food when we was a guest chef at Cook for our holiday party. His food was excellent and he was so personable that I made a reservation for me and my husband to go to his restaurant last Friday night. We had surprisingly never been there before. The decor/ambiance was great. we had a nice corner seat in the back and despite the smaller tables and chairs, we didn't feel cramped at all. our service was awesome. the waitstaff was always there when you needed them, but never hoovering. we both remarked to each other as we were walking out, about how great the service was. The food was fantastic! we were in the mood to splurge and had quite a few items: bread with butter: hands down - fantastic! deviled eggs: I wasn't crazy about these, but my husband gobbled them right up squid salad: this was one of the best appetizers on the menu. the sauce it came with lightened up the meal and was so tasty. Gnocchi: the chef sent this up as complementary - this was light and scrumptious Artic Char - I had this. the skin was perfectly crispy and the fish was very nicely cooked and very falvorful Grilled Cheese - my husband had this. It was gone quickly so I assume it was good. The french fries were great - thin, crispy and salty. Overall, a great restaurant to frequently often without breaking the bank.

    (5)

  • Marissa R.

    I enjoyed this spot for a late-night quick adventure with some friends recently. The beer selection was quite varied and I speedily found a scrumptious brew to sip. The food menu wasn't so appealing for a late-night snacker, but I did end up with a bready British appetizer (whose name I'm forgetting), that I'd never tried before. I'm always up for testing the waters with a new dish whenever I can! The ambiance is rather dark, but very warm and comfortable at the same time. I'd like to actually dine on a full meal here sometime in the near future, and then I'll have a better base from which to judge.

    (4)

  • Megan D.

    Great for large groups! We had 11 people in our party and we were treated so well! The server was attentive with drinks, the appetizers were delicious (go for the sage and whiskey bread) and the lamb garganelle. So different and delicious. Would highly recommend! Looks like they have a great bar in front, too.

    (5)

  • Andi S.

    The bartenders are inept and make it obvious that they have never learned any form of mixology. The ingredients they use are not fresh, nor are they locally produced, additionally, their "food" is over-salted, which is a CHEAP TRICK to get naive people to order more drinks. They don't even use proper salt, just cheap table salt, which is pathetic, considering their prices. I don;t mind paying top dollar.....but only if the quality of the ingredients reflect the prices. If you are already drunk, but are hungry, you won't mind the substandard quality of the grub at P & K.

    (2)

  • Julia D.

    Well, that's upsetting. I've waited a while to try P&K; finally got over to Grad Hospital area tonight from Old City only to be severely disappointed. 10:15pm on a Sunday, pretty busy. We take a seat in the front so as to be very apparently present. Hung out for about 10 minutes, had about 4 of the staff members stare and make eye contact with us both during that time, but no one could speak to us. Selective service providers, I suppose.Meh; I'll take my patronage and native NY habit of tipping 30%+ elsewhere.

    (1)

  • Elana B.

    AWFUL service will not return to Pub & Kitchen. After we were seated outside the server berated us when we ordered two salads and fries for four people that "outside tables are only for dinner." It was 10 PM and the hostess had said sitting outside was fine - I told the server that we had discussed it with the hostess, at which point the server rolled her eyes and said she would have to go check with the hostess. After five awkward minutes of feeling like scolded children, the server came back and said that she would let us sit there (was she doing us a favor?) but if someone wanted the table to eat, then she would move us. I said, "Even though two of the four of us are eating?" and she said, very condescendingly, "Sweetheart, you're just eating SALADS." I was completely offended and flabbergasted - it was a really hostile tone from our server for no apparent reason - there were no parties waiting for tables, it was 10 PM, and we actually HAD ordered food. We joked that we should have engaged in a philosophical argument about what dinner constituted. Needless to say that we were feeling pretty uncomfortable and so we left. When we went to let the server know as a courtesy so she wouldn't fill our order, she basically begged us to stay, compounding the awkwardness. Pub & Kitchen is in my neighborhood and it has been one of my favorite spots because of the delicious food and beer. I suggested that my boyfriend and I go on a double date last night around 10 PM to grab a drink and a snack. It was beautiful out so we asked to sit outside - and that's where the trouble started. I won't be returning and I am pretty blown away by our experience.

    (1)

  • Trish G.

    Rabbit meatballs and polenta were excellent. Server needed attitude adjustment. So we skipped dessert there and had apple pie and butter cream cake at Melrose Diner. Recommendations for Pub and Kichen and Melrose Diner!

    (4)

  • Lauren D.

    Doesn't live up to its potential. Love the atmosphere and bar but I have never enjoyed a meal there (been there at least 10 times due to it being nearby and friends wanting to go). Most recently, my food was gross and misrepresented on the menu and the server (who seemed really nice but also really busy trying to get out of there for the night) did not ask to box up my virtually uneaten plate or ask if something was wrong.

    (2)

  • Rob H.

    I had a great night here although it came with mixed feelings. I'm a taller guy with a bigger appetite so I'm not sure after going and getting the salmon if I would return for dinner, certainly not to have the same meal. I enjoyed the drinks and the atmosphere, seating is a little tight, but on a Saturday the bar was packed and the dinner atmosphere was great for myself and my gf. Now onto the meal, the second it came out I knew I was going to have to eat again later that night. For a $23 fish entree that shouldn't be the case. However, looking next to me the gentlemen who received the $15 burger I doubted that would be the case, it looked great. All in all the drinks were good but if I come back for dinner I'll be having the burger. Glad to have a place like this in the neighborhood for sure, if I return and get the burger more than likely I'll re-review it and give 4 stars.

    (3)

  • Sarah F.

    Winter has come to Pub & Kitchen (Game of Thrones anyone?). The days of plenty are over. The change in chef/menu has really put a damper on this once awesome place to grab a drink and some food with your friends. It really, reaaally is a shame since the location is so great and summer is right around the corner. First off, I wasn't blown away by the menu. Nothing grabbed my attention. Everything was extremely fancy. I'm a pretty intense foodie, but there were things that made me go, "Huh? What the ... is that?" Except for the burger...which is listed as "Cheeseburger: pickle, onion, lettuce, american cheese." Fancy, fancy, fancy, and a side of Cheeseburger. It's almost as if they felt obligated to have a cheeseburger since the last Pub & Kitchen burger was out of this world. What we tried: Suckling pig bouchons: These were OK. Imagine eating a croquette without the potato. The lemony sauce that was served with them was awesome. Probably the best thing I had there... Pabbit Campagne: Again...just OK. It was described as a pate but really its more of a meaty terrine. It didn't taste bad, but I did not finish it. Pickled Beets: I don't like beets...but these were actually pretty good. The puffs add a great texture to the dish Cheeseburger: Sad, sad, sad. The meat was flavorful but overcooked due to the fact that they now use two thin patties (why?!). When I go out to eat and order a cheeseburger, it better be delicious and unique.....and this one was just not. Overall: The changes at Pub & Kitchen have made me pretty sad. The cocktail that I had was tasty (Lie to Me), but until there's a turn around in the food department I don't see myself coming back here anytime soon.

    (2)

  • Ryan N.

    SO I went here this past weekend with my girlfriend as we conquer the top 50. Everything about this pub is incredible. The selection of craft beers is on point. I had three beers: Firestone walker union Jack IPA, County Line IPA and Route 113 IPA. All were extremely delicious and the waiter was able to steer me to the best selections. Besides the brew the food was absolutely amazing as well. I got the cheeseburger which had to be one of the best burgers I have ever experienced in all of Philly. The french fries.......oh boy (cut to perfection). We ordered the rosemary chips as well that came with this banging french onion dip (which I used for my fries as well). The salad my girlfriend ordered was extremely good as well. Perfect amount of dressing and veggies. Overall great experience would go back.

    (4)

  • John C.

    Ordered takeout so this review is for that. Tried the P&K Cheeseburger and it was fantastic. Highly recommend it to anyone visiting or ordering from it. Someone else tried the Lancaster Chicken and loved it.

    (5)

  • Travis L.

    Went for a brunch visit with a few friends and were happy to arrive in between the crowds. We had the following: Hangar steak and fried eggs - great medium rare steak to pair with a simple fried egg. Really like the side salad with home fries mixed in. Hearty brunch item and well-worth it for the steak fans! Duck breast benedict - again, a well-done medium rare and a solid hollandaise. The english muffin is treated right: toasted and kept its shape despite the heavy sauce and duck pieces. Porcetta - to die for with the grits. Enough said. Overall, wonderful service and lighting on a fall day. Will definitely come back again for lunch and dinner.

    (4)

  • Dave H.

    On a flight my seat mate told me about Pub & Kitchen. The name stuck, so I grabbed a friend and gave it a go. A "no reservations" policy meant a small wait before we were seated. Even during the day, the Pub's darker than I'd like, but there's sidewalk seating for the nyctophobic. Besides a gigantic bar, this restaurant has comfortable stylings, subtle rabbit and pig imagery all about. Despite the crowd inside and out, server Laura managed to keep us buzzed. We shared fresh kusshi oysters (at market price, which we all know is scary markup), before moving onto a bowl of Thai basil mussels. For an entree, I had a pan-fried pork cutlet, not bad, not too dry, with a decent amount of flavor. Table bread was so-so, but we spent more time on their other yeasty treats: a Yards "brawler" pub ale and a pint of Sly Fox served nicely.

    (4)

  • Soni O.

    Reside near by so come here out of convenience. Was hoping to make it my neighborhood spot but I'd recommend walking a few blocks away for better options. In addition, the food is not consistent at all and it is way overpriced because they have no real competition. Don't expect much and you might not be disappointed. Simply blah...service doesn't meet the price.

    (2)

  • Sean E.

    Really trendy setup, pretty cool bar. Unfortunately the food wasn't what we hoped and was quite pricey for what we got. Cheese board was nice but not sure what else to say....

    (1)

  • M B.

    I had dinner here with some friends on a Friday night. The food was very good but the portions for the price are extremely small. They are trying to be a high end restaurant with prices but the food is lacking something to get it there. The muscles were just ok and the lamb was good. Not great, but good. I would go back for a decent meal but would probably get the burger next time. The atmosphere is nice, but it can get very loud inside.

    (4)

  • Jeremy S.

    I had to go all the way to Philly to get a Ballast Point Sculpin IPA. This is a great neighborhood spot to grab a beer and some delicious grub. I was in Philly visiting an old friend that I had not seen in years. As is usual with guys, within minutes of seeing each other, it was as if no time had passed and all the old jokes started coming back. He lives right around the corner from this place. That my buddy has a culinary degree, I take his word when he says that a place has good food. And so on my one night in town, this is where he took me. I walked right past the place. I heard some faint noise from within the building as we walked past it, but if my buddy had not told me to stop, I would have figured that it was just another residence on the block. We stepped into what felt like an old speak-easy. There was history as we walked in. Everything made of wood. Old wood. And the inside was warm and inviting. I had the pulled-pork sandwich. It was incredible. Juicy, flavorful and a fantastic slaw on the side. I have family in the South, and from those trips, I figured that I had already had as good a pulled-pork sandwich as anyone could get. Pub & Kitchen has a sandwich that would rival anything I've eaten south of there. And to be able to wash down the delectable sandwich with my favorite IPA, which is brewed mere minutes from where I live in San Diego, was just the cherry on top of a great night in Philly.

    (5)

  • Shannon C.

    Pub and Kitchen is tucked away in Rittenhouse Square, you might miss it if you're not looking. The food is phenomenal, my boyfriend and I visited after a Flyers game. The weather was gorgeous and outside seating was available. We were craving burgers and despite only offering two types, the bacon cheeseburger was amazing. The burgers were cooked exactly as we asked and the handcut fries were the perfect accompaniment. We had two appetizers, wings and this bruchetta-type app with a smoked onion gele (jelly said fancy) with cured bacon. The bread was crunchy and the the olive oil was the perfect finishing flavor as you finished your bite. So interesting and completely addicting. The wings we're also great--no breading and hit the spot. They have beers on tap as well, and we went all-local. The only type of beer to go especially in Philadelphia, which offers so many. I would return in a heartbeat, especially for a night of drinking. It's in a beautiful neighborhood and it's atmosphere is great. Check it out if you can.

    (4)

  • Walter K.

    Pub and Kitchen, I can finally cross you off my list of new places to eat at. I can now add you to the list of disappointing spots that I'm unlikely to ever visit again. My sister, Laura, was visiting this weekend and we went out for dinner. I gave her a few places to pick from, and I was happy when she chose Pub and Kitchen. It's a swanky little spot at 20th and Lombard. They don't take reservations, so we had to wait around at the bar until a seat opened outside and we could enjoy the beautiful weather. The tap list here isn't great; they have English beers on to go with the pub feeling, but I'd rather just have some stuff that is better and reasonably priced. I drank Thomas Hooker IPA, which was good and is actually pretty rare to see on tap. The service here was poor. We waited too long at the bar for drinks and our table service was slow as well. The worst part is that all of the servers are dressed like the clients, making it difficult to flag down anyone to help you. The atmosphere here is kind of annoying. It's darker, more crowded, and louder than it should be. If I wanted that, I go to any number of bars that I like better. The one good thing is the outdoor seating, because there isn't much car traffic passing by to annoy you as you eat. The bar has a few TVs, but they're all on the same spot. I wouldn't recommend this place if you're actually trying to watch anything, but if you want a baseball game on in the background, you'll probably be in luck. The one saving grace here could be the food. I had read great things about the Windsor burger before coming, and was excited to eat it. My medium rare burger was properly cooked, and came out with cheddar and bacon. Nothing I ate seemed flavorful enough; everything was lacking. The entire meal was forgettable. Pub and Kitchen also overlooked the importance of good bread on a burger. The portions here are pretty good, and the table next to us had the cheese platter and oysters which looked like decent appetizers. They also looked like you could get better elsewhere. Bottom Line: Meh.

    (2)

  • Fred G.

    Occupy Octopi. The blackened rock octopus does really rock. Burgers and beer to covet and you have the makings of an awesome space.

    (4)

  • Hilary K.

    Because it's so darn close, my husband and I have been here several times and I must say, we've been progressively more disappointed, which is why I'm writing this review. Unless you plan on dining at P&K in the 5:00 hour, it's very crowded and loud, to the point where we have to shout to hear each other across the table. So much for intimate conversation! Another thing we have noticed is that we are treated differently if one (or both) of us orders an alcoholic beverage. We're not big drinkers and when we choose not to have beer or wine with our meal, we shouldn't feel pressured to do so in the hopes that we'll receive better service. A classic example: the last time we were there, our waitress was visibly disappointed that we weren't ordering drinks and told us that the kitchen was backed up about 30 minutes and that it would probably take a while for us to get our food. We waited for a little while, and the waitress came back once or twice to see if we wanted anything from the bar, until my husband finally caved and ordered a beer. Wouldn't you know it - the waitress's attitude changed and our food came out about a minute later. How convenient. Finally, a note about the food. We've been with P&K through a few menu changes now and the latest menu revision is very disappointing. They got rid of our favorite items on the menu - the BBQ pulled pork sandwich and the Parliament burger. The menu offers a roasted pork sandwich, which is supposed to be a spin-off of the kind you'd get at DiNic's in Reading Terminal, but it fails. The only burger choice is now the $18 burger (Churchill, I think?), probably due to the fact that when they had 2 burger choices, I'm sure more people ordered the $14 option. Clever. Speaking of the new pork sandwich and burger, just a heads-up: they will ask you if you want a salad or fries, even though they charge you extra for the fries, a fact that they fail to disclose when you think you actually have an equal choice. I think the bottom line for us is that we don't really have a reason to come back here for a while, between the disappointing menu and the tacit pressure to order alcohol.

    (2)

  • Emily N.

    We came here for dinner and drinks. My fish po boy was top notch, and pretty affordable. The sweet potato fries are also delicious. The atmosphere is really nice, but a bit loud to hear someone from across the table. The service was not so great; the waiter forgot my side order of fries completely, and was really pushy about us leaving when we were finishing off our drinks.

    (4)

  • M.S. H.

    I love Pub & Kitchen! But, more than that I LOVE the Pabbit (their fierce half pig/half rabbit mascot). The Pub & Kitchen is a cozy place with a great bar, fabulous decor and absolutely delicious food. The first time I went I was surprised to find deviled eggs on the menu. We had to try them and they were great! For the main course I had the short ribs and my husband had the burger (both of which we thought were the best we have had in the city). It is a casual, yet classy place and the perfect night out. We went back again with a large group and I had the gnocci (only because the short ribs were not on the menu the second time around), which still makes my mouth water. The only negatives I can think of is that the place can get very loud and they do not take reservations so you may have to wait, but it is well worth it!

    (4)

  • Carly N.

    i resisted this place for awhile because i thought the whole pig/rabbit logo was too weird. however, as soon as i walked in i liked this place. then again, i'm a sucker for low low romantic light. arriving at 5:30 on a friday, i caught the last half hour of their happy hour. $3 beers and $5 glasses of wine, not too bad for an otherwise fairly expensive place. after a drink at the bar, we sat down for dinner. the place was slowly filling up. i liked how small the menu was. not super vegetarian friendly (other than the gnocchi, which was very good! and some interesting salads too), but definitely pescatarian friendly. in fact, come to think of it, 3/4 of my party had fish. the mexican corvina for me, which was perfectly cooked with the crispy skin on top, no bones, some white pureed delicious somethin somethin underneath it. my dad got the fish and chips, which looked classy for fish & chips and not too greasy. buffalo wings are tiny because they are organic but they tasted perfect. the fish cake sandwich (if that's what it was called?) was fresh tasting and delicious but definitely heavy on the mayo. overall, i was impressed with pub & kitchen. definitely on the expensive side, so this won't be entering my weekly rotation of restaurants, but for a special evening i'd be willing to pay the same prices again. i really wasn't disappointed by anything here.

    (4)

  • Dana F.

    The windsor burger is the best burger I've had in Philly, definitely worth the price. Ordered medium rare with blue cheese, it was perfectly cooked and the flavor was excellent. 'Nough said.

    (5)

  • William B.

    Go wing or go home.

    (5)

  • Noelle A.

    I don't love it here. The food is mediocre at best. The menu is tiny and there is only one burger, and it's not a regular lettuce/tomato/ cheese burger. The burger I got today, off the special Fourth of July menu -- so I realize it's a little different than the normal menu, but why further limit your burger selection on the Fourth? The regular menu didn't include *any* burgers -- was a single, 3 oz patty. I asked if it could be cooked medium and was told that it would arrive medium to medium well, as it was too small to cook to preference. Medium well?? But it's $15 and I would really prefer medium. I didn't say that bc the server seemed mad that I would ask for a specific temperature. So I asked if I could have fries instead of the sides that were included (potato salad, corn cob, and chips) and was told 'no', but I could order a side of fries in addition to the sides that I didn't want. So, not easy to order burger and fries on the Fourth. The burger that arrived, tiny as indicated, was covered in pickles and onions so that you could barely taste the meat and was really salty. My husband got the pork sandwich and it was a mess, covered in the sauce that comes with it. It fell apart immediately and was not well seasoned. The fries he got weren't seasoned either. I've eaten here before and those experiences were better, but I haven't had a good experience yet. I thought that P&K was supposed to be so amazing, with really good burgers ( I really love burgers!!! ) but how can that be true when only one is on the menu??? And it doesn't even come with a tomato, I think that's so weird. It is a beautiful restaurant and might be ok for drinks only, especially with big open windows and outside seating. The beer menu looked accommodating and there were more than a couple wines by the glass, but the lackluster, messy food, combined with servers who seemed annoyed from the moment you walk in, made me give it two stars. Hopefully I've just had random bad experiences, but it will be awhile before I go back.

    (2)

  • Lars B.

    Checked this place out early one of evening. One of these informally formal place I always see in Center City. I chose to begin the meal with an heirloom tomato salad with a lemon vinaigrette. There was really slice raw fennel and radish, along with some pickled red onion. All in all, a good salad. Nothing particularly special, but just really simple food done nicely. I ordered the duck grilled cheese with red onion marmalade. This was kind of a mistake on my part, but I wanted something sandwichy that was gonna fill me up. Forgot about how hot it was outside and then ordered. The flavors of this sandwich were really good, but the center of the sandwich was not hot enough. The duck was cold and the cheese wasn't exactly melted. Nice crust on the outside, just not hot enough. Kind of a let down. Also, I think it was served with a somewhat substantial arugula salad. I don't think it was stated on the menu, but I could be wrong. If I had known the salad was accompanying the sandwich, maybe I would have ordered another appetizer in place of the salad I had ordered. Got a diet coke, too, as whack as that sounds. So for salad, sandwich and diet coke, the total was around $30 (plus tip). Overall, I thought the value wasn't quite there. If I wanted a lukewarm sandwich with some salad, there are plenty of less expensive places in the neighborhood. That being said, I think I picked a crappy menu item and I would consider going back for something else.

    (3)

  • Jeff H.

    May have had the best burger of my life there. It was a special so I don't know if its every day they have it, but it was made with dry aged ground beef with bacon infused in it (cooked and ground up). Good beers as well.

    (4)

  • Amy B.

    I came here with family about a year or two ago, I really like this place. I ordered the Churchill Burger, which was delicious and the fries were yummy too. The ambiance is very relaxed and friendly, it feels quite homey. I really want to try their brunch! This is a great restaurant with reasonable prices. I'll be back... :)

    (5)

  • Devin D.

    Used to be my go-to bar/eatery when I lived in the neighborhood. Pub & Kitchen and I have had a long and cherishing relationship together (almost three years). If there are two words that I had to use to describe P&K they'd be "versatility" and "class". A nice sized list of great draught beers, a full wine menu, and superb food... from pub grub to fine dining. A beautiful decor of dark wood finishes that somehow fits all seasons. Massive windows that open wide in spring and summer for great amounts of natural ventilation. An attractive and more mature crowd free of college bros. Outdoor dining in nice weather. The list goes on and on. You can take a date here for dinner, you can take your best friend here for beers, or you can take your parents here to prove to them you don't live in da hood. I don't live in philly anymore, but I keep finding my way back here whenever I'm in town, which is no easy feat. Much praise P&K.

    (5)

  • Jin C.

    The smoked brisket brunch dish might look disappointingly small at first, but it's in actuality the right portion size for a hungry tummy. Every component of it was cooked and seasoned to perfection. The spiced cubed potatoes. The roasted brussel sprouts. The just-cooked poached egg. And the piece de resistance, the tender smoked brisket. It's an upscale breakfast hash, and oh so yummy.

    (4)

  • Annie P.

    Their happy hour has some really good deals and my only complaint is that there aren't enough/if any vegetarian options on the menu.

    (4)

  • Jason T.

    This place was awful for brunch. We were sat in a small room with 2 large groups and a couple with a baby. The baby was very well behaved but the noise level from the two large groups in such a tiny space made the experience horrible. Add to that tasteless food and horrible service and you have the recipe for never returning.

    (1)

  • Megan B.

    Just moving back to the area and where did Chaucers go?!? I definitely miss the old place, but the Pub & Kitchen does not disappoint. Great atmosphere, good drinks, and delicious eats! I will definitely be going back.

    (4)

  • Alissa L.

    Great ambiance! Stopped in for a drink and snacks after work tonight. Bartenders were super friendly and attentive. Had the rosemary potato crisps which were a refreshing spin to typical bar food.

    (5)

  • Matthew M.

    P&K consistently serves up great food and service, which ranges from highly competent to excellent. It's close to home, which was the initial draw. The sometimes exotic, but always accessible, menu brings me back. Last night, we started with the mussels in a chipotle broth, which was savory and perfect. The mussels were meaty and high quality -- nothing skunky -- and the broth had a decent amount of heat with green, blackened peppers, not the leathery husks of them dried jawns you see everywhere else. I swooned over the skate and polenta special last night (though, if they serve it again, I will request they leave off the romaine, which went from warm to wilty). I have had the escargot (on special), which were the best I ever had. My brother-in-law swears by the burger, and their veggie sides are never an afterthought. (Braised Brussels sprouts with blackened, crispy leaves in a sweet and savory buttery thingy). Their Fish & Chips: Holla! The specialty cocktails are yum, but I am a sucker for a Maker's Manhattan, which they always serve perfectly blended. Our waitress (who we have had before but whose name escapes me) recommended I try a rye-based French drink with some herbal thingy similar to a Manhattan ... name of the drink escapes me too (probably because it was my second ... or third?), but I lurved it. I am equally stoked by the aural pleasures as by the pleasures of the pallets. As an aging punk-rocker-gone-lawyer, I love that I can dine in a place where you can hear Fugazi, the Smiths, Misfits, and Firehose ... and my yuppie neighbors are too enthralled by the deliciousness to be fazed by the awesomeness from the speakers. As the Terminator said: "I'll be back ... again and again and again." As Franklin Delano Roosevelt said: "Get me another Manhattan, and crank up 'Waiting Room' while you're at it, toots!

    (4)

  • Lindsay H.

    Why P&K WHY! This used to be a neighborhood favorite of mine. After a move, I rarely went which I was mildly alright with (mainly because they took the fish and chips off the menu). I happened to make my way back the other week and to my surprise, the fish and chips were a special so I obviously ordered them. They were just OK. It broke my heart. That aside, they took what I once declared one of my favorite condiments off the menu...the truffle dijionaise. Devastating. Our waiter even mentioned how people ask for it to come back all the time. I do still love the service, ambiance and ever changing yummy menu but please please please don't change the menu too much!

    (3)

  • Diana Y.

    The dishes were a bit salty for my taste. The drinks, on the other hand, are definitely the forte of this place. Loved the ambience and laid back atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Chris C.

    Outstanding meal. Girlfriend and I got all apps and no booze mind you BUT what we got was awesome. Beet Salad, wings and we both confirmed that the brussel sprout app was the best each of us had ever had and we both love them so thats a long list!

    (4)

  • Suraj P.

    Ok... So there is another overprices bar in my neighborhood. So why the 4 stars? 2 reasons: 1. The Oxford Burger. I know, there is no dearth of "best burger in philly". Hell, Yelp exists to give people an outlet for their feelings on the best burger in Philadelphia. But for my vote, I am going with the Pub and Kitchen burger. In includes everything everything I want, namely bacon and cheddar, and nothing that I don't (a gob of blue cheese cooked into the center of a baseball of meat that runs all over my face, plate and lap when I bit into it, ie the "other" best burger in philly). AND the other food is good too... check out the Tilapia Po Boy or the English Onion Soup. 2. Miller Lite on tap. More specifically, a plethora of fancy-pants beers which you can choose from, AND Miller Lite on tap. I get it. People like microbrews and beers that make your tongue hurt and other fancy-pants beers. But what I don't need is a place that judges me because I want a Miller Lite. And this place embraces both ends or the spectrum and the people that inhabit these polar opposites. But if you do want a fancy pants beer, I recommend the Old Speckled Hen. So yeah, I'll take another overpriced bar in my neighborhood. Because I like it. And if you need another reason for 4 stars I'll give it to you: THE PABBIT!

    (4)

  • Massimo A.

    Most over rated and over priced burger in the city. I guess I was expecting a much better burger from all the hype that the churchill has been getting.

    (2)

  • Sharon M.

    We went here because the screening for the Terminator was all filled up. My crew had heard that this place was good. Well the chef was off and the monkeys in the back took over the preparing of the food. Salt, lots and lots of salt. The food might have been good if there wasn't so much salt on everything. C'mon, salt on the salad! The only good thing was the Belgian Beer and our waiter whose name was Ghost! Great redo of Chaucers but the food was the same but the prices were sky high.

    (2)

  • Billy B.

    The food here is always good, overpriced but good. Liquor selection is a plus. Service always knowledgeable but often hard to get a hold of. Everytime I'm there the waitstaff is always busy cleaning or organizing. I understand the need to keep a restaurant clean, but I don't want to see people cleaning while I'm trying to enjoy my dinner. I'd rather see a wait staff smiling and on the ready, not miserably scrubbing away. truffle fries are delish!uuu

    (3)

  • Jed S.

    Great burger

    (4)

  • Riley H.

    I really like the vibe here. For those of you who know the university city area, it reminds me of local 44 but bigger. The food overall is good. I recommend the fish and chips, the hanger steak, and the wedge salad. They always have good specials, both food and drinks- I just tried their potato leek soup and it was delicious! Also they have a great scotch well drink right now I forget everything in it but they are only 1 of a handful of places that make this particular drink...it has some orange and another liqour in it for those interested... It is a good place for comfort food, no reservations so you don't have to plan ahead and I haven't had to wait for a table yet.

    (4)

  • Liz B.

    Fun place, good assortment of food choices. Fish was really yummy.

    (4)

  • Gina K.

    I was expecting a lot from Pub & Kitchen--too much, as it turned out. Their Anniversary Ale was probably the tastiest part of the meal. My salmon was prepared, y'know, fine, but didn't exactly blow me away with flavor. My boyfriend's fish and chips were good but a tad soggy by the time they came out (I dug the mushy peas, though). My friend said her burger was kinda cold. Service lagged at times. But the vibe is SO cool--very date-friendly (not that we were on a date). And the dessert list looked delish, so I'll have to come back for that. All in all, not fabulous, but not a bad place for dinner either, and prices were decent. At least we didn't have to wait on a Friday night--the place was hopping, but the three of us got a table immediately.

    (3)

  • J P.

    We came in for drinks and we snacked on something, I dont really remember what it was. We were drinking whiskey. Anyway this place is pretty nice. Maybe too nice to go for "just drinks". A friend of mine was flirting with some guy and they were "playfully" throwing napkins at each other and then the off-duty bar tender flipped out hardcore. He threatened to "shit on her pillow". We all laughed but he seemed pretty serious. We just laughed and told him to fuck off. We left and went to Grace Tavern, which is a way different bar, but its okay to flirt there. No one is going to shit on your pillow.

    (2)

  • Coco D.

    pabbitpabbitpabbit pabbitpabbitpabbit Oh! Write! Food! About! Yeah, clearly I should be writing music for a band. In other hot topics...this place is alright. Just alright. Their food, wine pours, souls, etc are all on the small side. Not blaming the staff, as they are mostly really attractive. And you can't blame attractive people for stuff. Natch. Food seems...tasty? And they have outdoor seating...for eating. I dunno. For Philadelphia, this place is pretty alright.

    (3)

  • Sally f.

    my fav local go-to. amazing brunch. amazing bloody marys. amazing cheese platters. love it here, so cozy and comfortable. great service always.

    (5)

  • Katie L.

    Came here for brunch with some friends and was underwhelmed. I got the egg white omelet and my friends got the cheddar and apple omelets. They were both pretty bland. The jam with the toast was the highlight of the meal. If you are getting a bloody go for the wrangler. The service was pretty slow and not super friendly. I usually love this place, but won't be coming back for brunch.

    (2)

  • Philly D.

    Big fan of Pub & Kitchen (aka "BunnyPig" thx Kristin C, I thought I was the only one who called it that)! What can you say...great beer, great food, great bartenders and great service...also the crowd that hangs there is cool, not the typical Center City nutbags! Most important...did I mention the excellent beer selection....How can you not love this place!

    (4)

  • Morgan P.

    Just get the pork sandwich. It's to die for. I've been there about 4-5 times and always ordered the pork, though I swear to myself each time that I'll get something different. Never happens--that sandwich is just too darn good. My co-diner has ordered the burger, and that seems pretty good (though not the best I've had in the city). Oh, and the cocktails are pretty tasty, if a teeny bit small for the price. Worth a visit, but I can't attest to the quality of anything except the pork.

    (4)

  • Krista B.

    Okay, when I saw this place I had high hopes. Cool from the outside- hip and modern pub atmosphere inside...the only thing the place is missing is an ounce of warmth. I am a pub kind of girl, but you can't do a pub and remove the warm friendly vibe. This place is great if you need to be reminded of how much money you have. I don't mind pricey, either, but there is no reason to go back here, unfortunately. We also found the owner to be quite cold and even a little rude during the two times we tried to converse with him. Come on! Insert a little friendliness and this place would get at least four stars, but I won't be back to see if they ever do it.

    (2)

  • Natalie M.

    So after a wonderful (as always) dinner at Mama Palma's on Saturday night, my friend and I decided to stop by Pub and Kitchen for a few drinks before heading dancing. I had high hopes for this place, and I have to say I was fairly disappointed. On the plus side, I loved the decor (a huge improvement over Chaucers), and I was impressed with the number of bartenders behind the bar. It was also packed, so apparently my lackluster opinion is not shared by everyone. On to the negatives. So first of all, there is this fabulous board with $3 bar snacks behind the bar. This made me pretty excited until I looked at the options. Three dollars for... pork scratchings, boiled eggs, or a few other inedibles. Now I appreciate the attempt at affordable snacks... but not enough to eat a boiled egg out at a bar. Since we had just come from dinner, I wasn't hungry, but even had I been, I would have saved my three dollars for another drink, except that three dollars doesn't even close to buy you drink here. In fact, it doesn't even buy you half a drink. I was super surprised to get our bill at the end of the night, only to find that we were being asked to pay $7 for a well vodka club. Seriously? And in all honestly, I'm not even really sure there was much vodka in our drinks. I'll also take a brief minute to complain about the clientele. I remember at one point looking around the room and noticing that all of the men (who were plentiful) were wearing pretty much the same outfit. Untucked striped business shirt over jeans, buzzed hair cut, you get the picture. Boring. It was about that point that we left, although it probably should have been sooner...

    (3)

  • Megan B.

    Third times a ... well, I wanted it to be a charm, but it was another dud. I really wanted to like Pub and Kitchen since I live two blocks away and thought that something a little more trendy would be a nice addition to the Graduate Hospital neighborhood. I've been there three times now, and had dinner and drinks each time. The food has ranged from barely edible to decent, but certainly nothing impressive. I could put up with okay food if the atmosphere was welcoming and I still saw the value, but with the nose-in-the-air attitude and prices equivalent to some of the nicer Rittenhouse restaurants, I don't see any reason to return to Pub and Kitchen.

    (2)

  • Matt L.

    best burger on the east coast, hands down the only downside is the wait to get a table I cannot speak highly enough of this place

    (5)

  • Serge B.

    Good beers and decent food. Good spot for catching a drink with friends although it might get pricey compared to other options in the area. Can get crowded after work so watch out for the yuppies.

    (4)

  • Meg M.

    I wish I could give Pub & Kitchen 3.5 stars. I had the trout over lentils and carrots, and my meal was absolutely delicious. My fiance got the chicken with an Irish biscuit and green beans, and he loved his, too. The problem wasn't the quality of the food -- it was the too-loud music and the yupster atmosphere. They were playing some of the cheesiest "contemporary hits of today" the whole time we were there, and it was so loud that we could barely hear each other. We'll definitely go back, but maybe right at 5pm or for brunch, before they feel the need to amp up the Nickelback.

    (3)

  • E. J.

    Ive been here three times and have never been disappointed. As other reviewers have already stated, the burger here is certainly worth the visit. In fact, it seemed that the majority of patrons in the surrounding tables were only ordering the burger as evident by the light golden brioche bun protruding from the heap of thin fries. They dont accept reservations, yet every time I go, they manage to seat us within 10 minutes. The bar looks very lively since I always have to plow through the crowd in order to get to the tables which are in the back. The place exudes a yuppie feeling.

    (4)

  • Rob B.

    The more and more I go to gastropubs, the less and less impressed I am by them. I don't know if the schtick is just getting old, or if people are doing a worse job, or what, but c'mon people, ENTERTAIN ME!!! Pub and Kitchen strikes me as a fairly run of the mill entry into the gastropub arena. Very nice interior rehab job? Check. Pretty awesome selection of beers? Check. Couple fancy, gourmet-ish items on the menu? Check. Yawn. The thing missing was something to separate this place from the crowd. Why would I go here instead of any other place just like this? Jonny Brendas has whiskey donuts. The Tap Room has tacos of the day. The Royal has one of the better burgers around, not to mention innovative uses of pork that surprise me every time (mmmm, pulled-pork nachos with beer cheese sauce ... I digress.) This place had ... 18 dollar fish and chips. 18 bucks??? Seriously? For fish and chips? Maybe you should've saved some money on the fancy interior so you could serve some food for a reasonable price. Listen up Pub and Kitchen (and you too, Devils Den!): If I wanna spend 40 dollars on dinner, I'm not going to a gastropub, not when there are better dinners to be had for $40 (pick your BYOB) or much cheaper gastropubs with the same food! I don't get the 20 dollar entree movement in these places, it really makes no sense. One other irk: our waiter was nice, but he had to have come to our table like 45 times during the course of the meal. Body language my friend, it will tell you all you need to know, like when we are done with our menus (see: putting down menu), when I need another drink (see: drink close to or completely empty). This ain't rocket science homey. (UPDATE: As I read through all the other reviews, bad service is a recurring theme.) if you live near Pub and Kitchen, or are in the area, hit it up, it'll be a fine dinner. But I don't think it's worth traveling very far at all to go to this place.

    (3)

  • Jason O.

    Two very good experiences. Excellent burger and very good pulled pork. Wife loved her egg white and goat cheese omlette. Solid beer list and a good spicy bloody Mary. Also had great service and an ecclectic play list.

    (4)

  • Mark P.

    I am surprised at some of the low ratings. I have been here a few times and have always had a good time. Last night 3 of us went and ate at the bar and had a blast with the bartenders Jen and Nashia. The Monsieur, their version of grilled cheese with ham is amazing as is the Windsor burger. I have yet to try anything else because I can;t bring myself to go there and not order one of those 2. The beer selection is decent speckled hen, yards, victory and other on draft. It does get insanely packed on the weekends especially around happy hour/dinner. I tend to stick to going there weeknights after the dinner rush.

    (4)

  • Josh S.

    churchill burger is amazing. amazing server, so fun and real.... made my thurs awesome. delish food.

    (5)

  • Meghan H.

    One of my favorite new restaurants in town. I love the atmosphere here, and there always seems to be a lively crowd at the bar. The food is impressive - when I came to a restaurant with the word "Pub" in its name, I was not expecting anything special, but was very pleasantly surprised. I had some great raw oysters here, and the burger is fantastic. My favorite thing on the menu though is the french fries with truffle dipping sauce. Delicious.

    (4)

  • Jennifer H.

    This place screams classic UK style bar: the dark wood, the cozy seating, the eclectic house mix of music, the dim lighting perfect for procuring dates... The wine list is well rounded, (I especially like the Spanish Rioja) and the beer selection, although a bit pricey, is well chosen and provides a great match to the pub styled food. They also make really great drink specials, such as the blueberry cosmo I had a couple of visits ago. The food is really yummy, my favorites being the oh so popular in 2009 beet and cheese salad and the smushy peas that come with the fish and chips. Oh, and how could I forget, the fries are a must! The reason I give them only three stars is the staff. The bartenders are just OK, they never are super friendly or quick to please. The wait staff always seems a little aloof and it usually takes a couple tries to get everything that you want. The worst, though, are the greeters or hostesses that alternatively and without explanation either pounce on you or ignore you upon entering. Also kind of annoying, but self correcting with the recent change in the weather is the complete lack of space for coats, purses, and umbrellas. They have a large space upstairs that is rarely used but they never offer or accept requests to hang coats, etc. up there (even though there is a coat rack). All in all, a good place to stop by for a drink, see friends and meet new people, as the crowd is pretty friendly.

    (3)

  • Zina R.

    I'm not sure why Pub and Kitchen is getting such lackluster reviews. I went there about a week ago on the worst date of my life. Through the awkward conversation, forced laughter and cringes the juicy, tender, delicious windsor burger and crispy fries were the only thing that kept my sanity afloat.

    (4)

  • Rachel B.

    i put off trying P & K because of the $12 price tag on the burger, even though it's been recommended. yesterday i decided i'd try it out for drinks. the mark up is almost as bad for drinks. however the real turn off was the service. the hostesses and waitresses were all aloof and unengaged. hypothesis 1- management sought to hire snooty staff. hypothesis 2- they are made to dress them in quite constraining clothes and they can hardly breathe enough to talk to customers. who knows?

    (2)

  • Bixley T.

    I had been so excited to try Pub and Kitchen, last night was my first time and I have to say I was underwhelmed. The service at the bar was very good, particularly the girl with the long dark hair, she was really sweet. Anyway- food: So we had the gnocchi, which were prepared in a peculiar way. They weren't shaped the way I'm used to seeing them but that's no big deal. However, they seemed as if they may have been pan-fried, which is completely bizarre, and may have been o.k. but they were burnt, and they tasted burnt. However, the ricotta, balsamic reduction, and spinach all went well together. We also had the cauliflower soup, that was great. I had the fish and chips- which were a little soggy, and the fish was not particularly flaky. The mushy peas were different, and a nice touch, the "chips" were under seasoned considering they don't give you salt and pepper. The truffle aioli with the fries was great, very strong truffle flavor, a little goes a long way, but the malt vinegar aioli tasted weird (although I've never been a fan of any malt vinegar mayo I've had so...). My companion had the pulled pork sandwich which was good, the roll was perfect. I was also underwhelmed by the beer list, and the prices for certain things were a little steep. $9 for a 12oz bottle of Unibroue Ephemere is obscene. Their choices of local beers were pretty boring too. Considering Philly is one of the best beer towns in the world I would think they could do a little better. I know the rep from Sly Fox is really sweet, but that doesn't change the fact that the dunkel lager tastes like water (plus why is it served in a tulip glass, weird). How about instead of Guinness you carry the Sly Fox O'Reilly stout. Then everyone is happy. So anyway, yeah underwhelming, but good service and very nice ambiance. I'd give it another try.

    (3)

  • Kimberly S.

    My dinner experience here was very mediocre. Our server had a great personality but could have been more attentive. Nothing impressed me except the burger, which was my favorite thing we had. It was juicy and full of flavor and for $18, it had better be. My friends loved the branzino, I thought it didn't taste very fresh though. Years of working in the industry, along with some Anthony Bourdainisms, have taught me that you don't order fish on a Sunday because it's usually the fish they couldn't sell on Fri. and Sat. Although that may not necessarily be the case at Pub and Kitchen, I have to admit that thought was lingering in the back of my mind as our server was aggressively trying to sell us on the branzino. I ordered the hanger steak, which was a bit disappointing. That cut of meat should be full of flavor, but I felt the flavor was lacking. For dessert, we chose the Dutch Apple Cake, which was nothing special at all. It wasn't particularly delicious, though not particularly bad either. I've always heard great things about Pub and Kitchen, but they need to kick it up a notch to win me over.

    (3)

  • Onna H.

    This is my go-to neighborhood bar. The ambiance is awesome (I love all the cool retro lighting they have) the staff is friendly, and the food is solid. We typically like to go on the later side of the evening, around 10 or 11. At that hour, I don't see how you could have any issues with servers or food. What I really like about his place is that the menu is really seasonal. They always have something new and interesting to try. I particularly remember a really great Arugula and Watermelon salad I had over the summer. Go and enjoy!

    (5)

  • Derek M.

    If there is aNYTHING people in philly need to be proud of, it is Pub and Kitchen. YES, thank you Jonathan Mcdonald or Adams, THANK YOU for showing me the little hope or little ray of light in the so called food scene of philadelphia. and THANK YOU for someone out there besides the over priced, over rated stephen starr and jose garces restaurants that leave me endlessly and painfullyl confused with sleepless nights pondering how the eff did philadelphians get tricked into this so called "good" food. Jonathan Adams is one of the few chefs (especially in philly) who is cooking food that is NOT what the customers want, it is what HE wants. Yes, I applaud you for that greatly and yes, there is finally somewhere somewhat decent to eat in philly. First, when you visit the website, the menu is not there? should you be mad? no, why? because it is a sign that chef Adams is cooking what is best for you with what are the best ingredients available. For example, the famous Churchill burger. Made with a custom made blend meat from the finest La Frieda Meats and cooked in bone marrow butter. BONE MARROW? Yes! And if you find that weird or gross, please give it a try or just dont go to Pub and Kitchen so I wont have to see your face if I am ever there. And if your date thinks that is weird or gross, she/he is not worth your time. Now, I have tried the Village Whiskey burger and I will say this without any hesitation. Churchill burger is hands down way better than the village whiskey burger. Why, the meat, plain and simple. Have you tried the Father Office burger from LA? For you west coasters, it is very similar, the grilled onion marmalade that comes with it, perfect. If only P & K can make better fries, this meal would be perfect. I had a duck dish that was great. Duck that was picked from Crescent farms in Long Island, another good sign of a great chef. The beers were good and surprisingly the salads are always fresh and delicious. again why? ingredients ingredients ingredients. I cannot stress how important that is. I will give P & K 5 stars because I want the people of Philadelphia to please come to Pub and Kitchen and support chef Adams. If you had a bad experience here, try it again. Ask for what is good. Ask for JENNIFER, this cute lady manager, and tell her it is your first time and she explain to you what is good with her excellent knowledge of menu (which is very rare in most restaurants). Ask for recommendations because the menu is never the same, it changes all the time. Dont just come to P & K once, come often because I can only see more good things coming out of this kitchen. Always come to try new things, because this will be very few times you see chefs cooking simply good food with good ingredients, which makes this a great gastropub.

    (5)

  • laura h.

    Pub and Kitchen is a great little place to grab a drink with friends or to share a nice meal. My friends and I love to come here for happy hour or on a Friday or Saturday night to relax. My out of town friends love the Pabbitt, aka "pig bunny". The staff is sometimes a little icy, but helpful and friendly with questions when you work up the courage to ask. I've tried most of the appetizers on the pub list and they are all really good. The cheese plate and pork frites were two favs. I'm looking forward to trying some more of John McDonald's dishes.

    (4)

  • Patricia H.

    I love the gastropub concept, but the food was disappointing.

    (2)

  • Jennifer S.

    My first time to Pub and Kitchen was on a date with a fellow foodie and neither of us were disappointed. We were promptly seated on a Friday night. I loved the interior, dark wood, christmas lights and a very romantic feel to the place, great music playing overhead, and warm lighting. We enjoyed multiple glasses of wine and started with the frisee salad (fresh and light) and a plate of oysters. The oysters were tasty but not the best I've ever had, I guess a little big for my preference. For entrees we shared the special, truffled scallops with risotto which was excellent, and the bucatini with clams. Both entrees were hot and delicious, but the bucatini really stood out, fresh pasta and seafood, cant go wrong. We tried the brussel sprouts as a side- meh... I don't love brussel sprouts unless they are crispy and caramelized (like at audrey claire). We finished with more wine and a cheese plate. The cheese plate was good, but I don't think they paired the cheeses with the spreads as well as a place like tria. Overall it was an excellent choice for a great meal, a romantic ambiance for a nice date and I can't wait to go back for more.

    (4)

  • C T.

    I really enjoy the ambiance of this bar. The burger was delicious and cooked the way I ordered it. The mustard green beans side is delicious as well. The desserts are sub-par but the service is great. I am a return customer and expect to continue coming back.

    (4)

  • J D.

    Whatever, have experienced worse, have experienced better. The bartender girl was rude - so thumbs down right off the bat.

    (2)

  • Archimedes S.

    I have been to P&K once and likely wont be back. The fries are price gouged on account of the truffled mayo; it is over-priced in general. The food, however, is tasty. The beer selection is rather paltry when this place clearly bills itself as a gastropub. The social scene of this place embodies all of the worst stereotypes of gentrification. It seems that it is patroned by people from Manayunk who are bored with their brewery, or by people from Manayunk who have screwed up the courage to move south of south. There is no comingling; there is no neighborhood pub feel. Many there are interlopers, and are likely the ones I see driving through the city with their crossover vehicles tossing Starbucks cups out of their speeding windows because, hell, the city is dirty anyway and they live in the Burbs or Manayunk.

    (2)

  • andy k.

    Love P&K. LOVE it! Go there tonight!

    (5)

  • Donnie V.

    Good. Nice beer selection. The food was ok.

    (3)

  • Thomas B.

    I went here for brunch on a Sunday expecting large crowds as the weather is spring-y for the first time in months. When I arrived around 1pm, P&K was solid, but not busy (empty booths and not much of a waiting line, just 2 small parties ahead of me about to be seated). Note: I have been here multiple times previously at night for drinks and light fare and found it a decent time, beers are a bit overpriced but aren't they all these days. Music: Was stale, few year old alternative soft rock of the worst variety... the Killers, Keane, Deathcab... just... old. But appropriate me thinks for the clientele (that comes next). If it was a staff member's iPod then they need their music privileges revoked. Not only was it inappropriate music for a Sunday brunch, but inappropriate for a bar with such a great decor. Patrons: Belong in Manayunk, not center city. Guys covered in nothing but popped collar polos and sandals with shorts... are we serious? And of course the experience isn't complete without a compliment of drunk post-sorority women (mid to late 20s) being self important and yelling at each other about Macy's and god knows what else. Staff: Young, bright and very friendly, but apparently inept at their jobs. The hostess forgot to seat me, the bartender forgot to get my beer, and between those two and a waitress, they had quite a bit of trouble helping someone else purchase a simple gift card, bouncing him back and fourth between each other until they finally were able to tag-team him out the door. The hostess told me there was a party ahead of me and I would have to wait one moment for a table. No problem, I let her know I would sit at the end of the bar (closest to the door) to wait. She managed to forget I was there until I was able to make eye contact as she peeked in the door at one point. She was apologetic and I appreciated it, instead of her trying to play it off, gold star right there. Also, while at the bar, the bartender managed to take my beer order, but then forgot to actually get it for me until she walked by two or three more times with a 'oh'. My server was pleasant, but took long in every action he performed (giving a menu, taking my order, clearing my table, getting my check). Which would make sense if it was busy... alas, I was one of only a few diners seated in his area - there were at least 4 open tables in my eye sight. Food: I ordered the "breakfast americana" ($10), or whatever trite name they came up with for two eggs with bacon, toast and potatoes. The portion was underwhelming for brunch fare to begin with and to add insult to injury, they managed to break one of my over easy egg yolks and instead of replacing it, decided to serve it after overcooking the yolk so it was gummy. I assume this was done so it wouldn't be noticeable to the expediter. So, on to the eating bit: out of the two eggs, one was edible and at that task it managed to be under seasoned and bland even though there were flecks of herbs atop. Good start. The potatoes were covered in a reddish grease(paprika? it didn't taste like anything so would make sense) and were severely undercooked to the point of crunchy, not even a bit of crispy skin on the outside of a single one. However, the perhaps 10 pieces of bacon that accompanied the 1/2 cup of potatoes, two medium eggs and two 1/8 inch slices of white bread toast (with a big dollop of butter laid on them) were slightly overkill (rolls eyes), but obviously they know their strengths as it was cooked well, and had a decent taste (not overly salty). I did mention the cracker thin pieces of toast right? ok, whew. I can't stress how poorly executed this food was, and this at 1pm after a few hours of brunch service already? If you can not make a simple over-easy egg correctly I doubt you can do much else right either. Summary: "Yo bro, wanna grab some brewskis and grub?" Unless this statement would cause you to high five your 'brother' in glee then, no. Look elsewhere for a much better meal on a gorgeously weathered day... the city has so much to offer in respect to brunch fare and a better class of patrons, for you to settle for Pub and Kitchen is a travesty worse than being served $10 gummy yolks. Stick to beer and burgers after dark. Note: I signed up for Yelp just to post this review, I hope it was as good for you as it was for me.

    (1)

  • Sam G.

    Last night's experience takes P&K down a notch in my book. The charcuterie plate was large but disappointing in quality, and the special mussels (cooked in beer instead of wine) were a flop with the folks at my table. Hopefully this was a one-time misstep. I'll try the place again in a few weeks and hope for a meal more in line with my past experiences.

    (3)

  • Olga G.

    Had dinner here on a gorgeous night -- we had to take advantage of the weather and sit outside. We were told it would be a 45 minute wait for a table, so we had a few drinks at the bar. $7 cocktails? This New Yorker needs to travel -- who am I kidding? -- anywhere to get her affordable liquor fix! I ordered the mint julep but really didn't like it... the bartender swapped it out for the strawberry sangria for FREE! Spreading the love in Philly :) The sangria was MUCH tastier... I had been craving mussels all day and so was thrilled to see them on the dinner menu. Big mistake - these mussels were in a hefeweizen broth. The flavor was awful. The color of the broth was murky and make me frightened to dip my bread. And once I mustered up the courage, it didn't even taste good! Soooo very disappointing meal. My friends were perfectly satisfied with their own selections, so I'm just going to chalk it up to poor selection on my part. But if the word "pub" is in the name of your restaurant, shouldn't you do a good job with mussels? Three stars for the cheap and tasty alcohol :)

    (3)

  • Julia S.

    i go here pretty much every friday night for a late night dinner. this place has everything: good food, great service, good music, warm decor. i have the same waitress every time who is everything i want in a server: attentive and friendly, even funny - but not overly in your face. i always get the mussels. they change them up every now and then, but they never disappoint and come with the most delicious bread. they also have great cheeses, gnocchi, salads, and fries. also--the sauvignon blanc bottle is sooo refreshing and yummy. anyways, if you're looking for a chill dinner on the later side...go here.

    (5)

  • jack m.

    We went for fathers day, 9 of us. The food & drink were very good, no problem there. What botherd me was the fact that the server was to devide our 3 credit cards evenly in the end of $170 each. For some unknown reason, ours was charged $170, then $70, then $512. When we confronted them, it was explained that it was our problem and that;s what we get for using a debit card, which by the way caused our account to over draft. I know that mistakes happen, but this was a disaster and not much care given by the owner what so ever.

    (3)

  • Caitlin A.

    The atmosphere and staff at Pub and Kitchen are all really great. But I was truly disappointed at the lack of any vegetarian options on the menu. I am not a strict vegetarian, so I had the fish and chips which were nothing to write home about. I think it's a true shame a place as cool as Pub and Kitchen is excluding a huge portion of diners with their limited menu. These days, especially in a city like Philly, I think it's inexcusable not to even try to accommodate vegetarian guests. There are a ton of gastropubs that have great meat dishes as well as great vegetarian dishes. It's very impressive when a restaurant shows it can pull off both very well. Unfortunately, Pub and Kitchen can't!

    (2)

  • Carl C.

    Prierogies with smoked trout and creme freche.... place never fails. I think the burger got better. Maybe it's the bun...hmmmm

    (5)

  • Charlie K.

    Had to update my review after a quick lunch here last week. Our server, Sean rocked! Seriously rocked! I am a stickler about service, I have left places after a few minutes if I feel that the service is terrible. Pub and Kitchen has never really impressed me in terms of their service, pretty average to be honest, but this time I was impressed! Sean was attentive and pleasant and cute as a button! Food as usual was pretty good, not wow! But OK. Attention management have this boy train all the others!

    (4)

  • josh g.

    great place. service was well above average. ambiance was low key and welcoming. cocktails were solid. but the food was was the most impressive facet of the experience. everyone at the table had a superb meal. if you eat meat, do yourself a HUGE favor and get the churchill burger. it's indescribably good. literally. i can't even put it into words.

    (5)

  • Siobhan C.

    Perfect for getting together with friends ... stay warm and cozy inside on a chilly night or feel the breeze outside (possibly emanating from a VERY LOUD bus) during the summer. As a 30-year-old a bit too fancy to truly appreciate Doobie's, the Pub and Kitchen definitely serves as a favorite neighborhood bar. I must say the Blueberry Cosmo is divine, and I'm not one to ever endorse a Cosmo. However, I have to ding the Pub and Kitchen for a) removing the po' boy - a remarkably good sandwich - from the menu and b) clearly downgrading the quality of the meat in their chicken wings. Given how busy this place gets, it seems to me they could take more pride in the food.

    (3)

  • ahmed A.

    Lordy Lord. This place gets the gold for the best Gastropub in the city. The beef stroganoff and buffalo wings = spiritual experience x 2

    (5)

  • Ray D.

    I was very excited to see this place settle in about two blocks from my office. The burger is top notch and the fish and chips has become a Fridays during Lent staple for me. Pretty solid beer selection. They almost always have a special with a local brewery so don't be afraid to ask. There are a few TVs in the bar area where you can catch a game or whatever else is going on. The service is pretty solid and I've always felt taken care of and appreciated. Very solid place I go to a little to often.

    (4)

  • Read T.

    Great food, great atmosphere. MUCH MUCH needed improvement over Chaucer's.

    (4)

  • Jon D.

    Short and sweet: I'm glad I can cross P&K off the list, but I wouldn't go back. I came here with a buddy and only had four things: 1) Mussels 2-4) Makers Mark and Coke The mussels were average at best. There was no slurping of the juicy, delicious broth at the bottom, and my bread/crouton was scorched! +1 for being cleaned correctly and for being salty...-1 for being underwhelming and severely lacking in flavor. If it wasn't for getting drunk from the drinks, and for my friend liking his burger...which is probably a muchhh better bet at a place like this, I would have given 2 stars. It did have a cool, hip atmosphere though.

    (3)

  • Mike B.

    It came recommended on the strength of one dish a friend had and loved here, but I'm sorry to say this place didn't live up to its hype. It's a typically precious local organic artisanal blah blah blah, and doesn't have a sign outside the building. The portions were noticeably smaller Thani was expecting, given their noticeably large price tags. And aside from a tasty cheese plate, the food seemed both bland and incongruous with the other things on the plate. Maybe if I went again and tried some other dishes I might have a better experience, but for these prices I'm not about to give it a second chance anytime soon when there are so many other better meals and better values out there.

    (3)

  • Gwen T.

    I've been here so many times in the past year, I definitely thought I had already written a review! This is one of my favorite places not just within the Graduate Hospital neighborhood, but in the whole city. I've had dinner here with friends, with family, for business, for just a quick bite, for more formal occasions and I've popped in for just a couple cocktails a number of times... I've never had a bad experience -- with drinks, with food or with service. I actually like that they don't take reservations because then I have just as much a chance of getting dinner here last minute on a Friday or Saturday night as anyone else would. The servers & bartenders are well versed on the menu; they're usually able to answer any questions on the spot without having to step away and "find out." It gets noisy - upstairs is much quieter, although still not totally peaceful.

    (4)

  • Alie A.

    This place has a very unique feel. We nearly missed it on our walk to dinner; there's no real label on the corner restaurant. They have an eccentric mix of IPA's and Pale Ales. The menu is very interesting as well; their buffalo wings and the cavetelli appetizer were both amazing..the cavetelli was served al dente with amazing flavor. I had the skate for my dinner, which was probably the most delicious fish I've had in as long as I can remember. They are known for their burgers, which were very good as well. They are often compared to Village Whiskey's burger, and sadly I don't think they are quite on par, but still very good. This place is on the pricier side, but the ambiance on a Saturday night is a mixed crowd; noisy and full of energy. Nicely done!

    (4)

  • Chad M.

    Our party of 2 (is that a party?) got there at about 7pm, and there was no wait, so it was a good way to start out the evening. I've heard a decent amount about the Churchill burger, so the anticipation was building...aaaaaaand I was let down haha. Folks, it's not worth $18. After a few trips to Sketch on Girard Avenue, I'm convinced I could something similar for about half the price. The bun was nice - not greasy at all. And the flavor of the beef was good, I just didn't think the offering was worthy of the price tag. The fries that come with the burger are also belgian-style, so if you're into those type of fries, they're on par with other places such as Monks, etc. I was actually a little disappointed with what they had on tap as well. Anyway, the atmosphere is very nice. Everyone is getting on the rustic bandwagon, but personally, I love it haha. Choice of music for the bar was also a plus. So I think I'll be back again, but will avoid the burger and try some of their other options. I agree with Holly T....I wish I could love it, but I left feeling a little...well, meh.

    (3)

  • Louis D.

    I hate to say this but RIP Pub & Kitchen Burger. Came back yesterday to check out the new menu (and new chef) and was unfortunately pretty disappointed. First off, this is not anywhere near the best burger in the city anymore. The whole two small patties thing makes absolutely no sense, especially if they really are blending the meat itself. It just leads to overcooked meat, which doesn't taste good. It needs to be one large patty so that it can be ordered as something other than well-done. Also, the cheese is tasteless. The previous burger had such a great chedder/bleu/something else mix and had so much flavor, and not it's a utterly tasteless thin slice of american cheese. Add in a tiny piece of lettuce and no tomato (even though the menu said tomato) and an overly hard piece of bread, and you have a boring burger. The pickles and mayo were necessary additions, but it's saying something when the mayo is the best part. The burger needs something like bitter greens to balance the sweetness of the pickles and something salty to complement the seasoning of the burger. Bacon, it needs bacon. The fries were also disappointing. Our resident potato expert in the group identified that the potatoes were not soaked in water before being fried, leading to all of the starch remaining in the fries and resulting in rock hard fries. Hard to eat. It wasn't all bad though. The suckling pig bouchons were great, especially with the capery, lemony sauce served with them. There's also a decent beer list (not as interesting as it used to be but still fine) and some interesting cocktails. All in all, it's still not a bad neighborhood spot, but it's not a bright and shining light like it used to be. I used to love the place and the food, but with so many other gastropubs in the area, I'm not sure how long it will take to make it back.

    (3)

  • Zachary D.

    Fine as a pub, bad as a kitchen. Simply put, the food was not good. My fish was overcooked, bland, and soggy. The green sauce was excessively oily. The dessert pudding tasted fine, but could easily have come from the frozen aisle at Trader Joe's. The green beans looked like green beans, but tasted like nothing. On the plus side, the wine was very good.

    (2)

  • Jackie B.

    Unlike most city-dwellers, I don't really have a regular neighborhood spot I frequent. But if any place came close to that for me, it'd be P&K. Not only is P&K just a few blocks from my door, but I find myself craving their burgers on a regular basis. The atmosphere of P&K is laid back. So laid back, in fact, that they don't take reservations. That's really my only gripe with the place. It's a great spot for any meal, brunch included. And in the summer, it's perfect for al fresco dining. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu here. But you might have a hard time finding something to eat if you're a vegetarian. P&K is all about burgers, seafood, and red meat. The current signature burger, the Churchill, is one of my favorites in Philadelphia. Melt in your mouth meaty goodness. The beer menu isn't pages long, but has some unique choices that compliment the food. But don't overlook the specialty drinks! They can make a cocktail to rival any on the menu at Franklin Mortgage. It can tend to be pretty loud on a friday or saturday night, so if you're planning on talking to your date, try and go a little earlier.

    (4)

  • Jamie D.

    The boyfriend wanted to his this place up for his birthday after seeing it as the #1 bar of 2013 in something somewhere. The atmosphere is really cute, but a little cramped. Expect to get up close and personal with some fellow diners. We ate upstairs and the window was cold. We split the honey whiskey wings....get them. The sauce is wonderful and the wings are tender. I got the Whey Pork Shoulder sandwich and he got the Blue Cod. The sandwich was one of the best sandwiches I've had in this city! The bun was perfect and I loved the greens they put on...I just really didn't like the side salad that came with it. The dressing was really...sour? Wish I could have gotten the stuffing....but it was getting a bit expensive. The cod was delicious and came with an awesome chorizo and some yellow sauce...but there wasn't much of it. We split the bread putting which was chocolate brioche with homemade caramel (or something...I dunno it was delicious) and a bit of peanut butter ice cream....it needed a bit more ice cream as it was pretty dry. All in all this place was delicious, but rather expensive. It was definitely a treat! $80 for an appetizer, 2 entrees, dessert, and 4 beers.

    (4)

  • Hope C.

    I was disappointed by this hyped-up gastropub. Very crowded, standoffish staff. The crowd is sort of the "I graduated from an expensive private college and found my first job but mom and dad are still helping me out...hopefully I'll be moving to NYC soon" type. Dunno, just my impression based on my short time at the bar and in the dining room. The food was overpriced. The pork chop was dry and sparsely decorated on presentation. We just wanted a couple good drinks and some tasty gastro comfort food, but for the price we paid we could have gone to a number of other excellent places. Maybe I should have tried the Churchill burger. Next time? Not sure I'll return to P&K. Wasn't terrible, wasn't all that good.

    (2)

  • Christopher R.

    After a long absence, I finally returned to Pub & Kitchen to check out the Churchill Burger. (My only prior visit was for the now-defunct Windsor Burger, which left me unimpressed.) I thought it was very high quality, though I still have some reservations recommending it. It has nothing to do with the burger itself, of course. The special La Frieda blend is impeccable, beyond reproach. It is easily one of the best burgers in Philly, though I would hesitate to call it THE best. The other Philly burgers close to my heart--literally, clogging my arteries & precipitating a massive cardiac event--serve as a point of comparison. The Churchill comes at the hefty sum of $18, on par with other items on the P&K menu. When that price point goes up against competitors', however, it loses some appeal [1, 2]. So, my local favorites: - Butcher & Singer, "Butcher Burger" $10 - Rouge, "Rouge Burger" $16 - Village Whiskey, "Village Burger" $16 [3] - Oyster House, "OH Burger" $14 As demonstrated above, the Churchill is the most expensive burger among its peers. While very good, I liked it less than any of the others, preventing me from giving it my full recommendation. * * * Fn1: All burgers include a side of fries or chips, except for the Village Burger. (See footnote 3.) Therefore, I will not make this a factor. Fn2: All burgers include some type of topping, so that will also not be a factor. Please note that B&S, Rouge & OH burgers all have cheese, which comes at additional charge ($2-$2.50) at P&K. Further, the OH Burger includes a fried oyster (no comparable option at the other four locations). Fn3: The price of a side of duck fat fries at Village Whiskey is $5. The burger itself is $11. Thus, for present purposes, the price is $16.

    (4)

  • Lauren B.

    Such a disappointment for a restaurant in my neighborhood. If it were up to me, I'd love this place, or maybe at least like it, but that's not the case. I'm kind of tired, so I'm just going to bullet point why this place was less than "Meh." 1) Service was terrible. Our waitress forgot my drink order and half of my entree. She also took my boyfriend's beer away before he was finished. That is so annoying. 2) Food was sub par. The oysters on special were small, and for the price, never again. My "warm beet and apple soup" was cold and had zero flavor. Here is where I will concede...my side of "bitter greens." I should have taken P&K literally, because this side dish was horrendous. Even if the dish was delivered on time (which it wasn't), I would not have finished it. My boyfriend's pork shoulder sandwich was satisfactory, but he didn't really care for it. We didn't stay for dessert. 3) It was freezing outside and the windows were open. It's not really my thing to dine with my coat on. The menu is limited. It would be nice to see more selection. P&K is not worth the price by any means. If I return, it will be for a safe glass of wine from the bar. Sorry, P&K, this was not good.

    (2)

  • Damien S.

    My stars, you kids are brilliant. 'Twas Yelp and the camelback-breaking words of two Philly CMs that steered our crew to P&K's first ever disco brunch. A dining room swollen with Broad Street Runners received plate after plate of refined pub grub. Not just burgers and fries, good sir; these are Creekstone Farm dry-aged custom blended burgers from Pat LaFrieda Meats in New York City and disco fries topped with swiss, ham cream gravy and a sunny side egg. Le posh. And what a day for al fresco dining! Sidewalk options outside floor-to-ceiling window walls put you under the sun with feel ostracized from the buzzing bar scene. Drinks are fun and frisky, but being a dude, I found The Wrangler (an extra prickly Bloody Manly) and stuck with it. Every entree attracted and our party of six opted to just makes things easier and not order what anyone else did. For my venture, the fish and chips, Maine haddock in a perfect fry over the spud sidekick and a dollop of mushy peas. Found the dish exquisite in flavor and texture, portioned correctly albeit somewhat pricey at $17. Matter of fact, if every item on the food menu was $2-3 less, this would be a near-perfect spot. The service shines, the location spearheads trendy and the tunes infect us with Night Fever, Night Feverrrr. Thanks again Yelp Philly genii - you've picked another winner!

    (4)

  • David A.

    Read all about the Churchill Burger and wanted to give it a try. Went on Monday night. The place is a bit too dark for my liking and being a bit hard of hearing, the music was too loud for me. Atmosphere is just ok. Wait staff efficient but not at all friendly or inviting. The burger? Well it is $18 so I expected alot. It was cooked perfect (rare as ordered) and is prettty big. Just served with sauteed onions on a sesame roll. Thought the roll was a bit big for the burger but was soft. The burger tasted very good. I believe it is brushed with bone marrow for extra flavor. Very good but not the best in the city. Still prefer Village Whiskey meat on my egg grill. You can buy this meat at Garces Trading in tubes. Just slice and cook! I also like the Royal Tavern burger more...but this is very good. The fries are average. Not crunchy enough and a bit greasy. Parc has the best fries. All told, really good. No complaints!

    (4)

  • Laura S.

    I've been to Pub and Kitchen for both Sunday brunch and weeknight drinks, and thought it was a great spot for both. During my second visit I brought an Authentic British Friend (TM) to suss out the authentic English-ness of the place - apparently it falls a bit short, but he liked it all the same. I had french toast and bacon for brunch, both of which were wicked excellent. The french toast was HUGE slices of very good bread. I had ordered the special french toast of the day, which involved some kind of nuts but honestly I wasn't paying attention. There was also powdered sugar. The portions were so large that half of my brunch turned into dinner that night. The bacon was delicious - thick and perfectly cooked. Solidly good bacon. Thumbs up for brunch, P&K. I also really enjoyed hanging out here for a few hours for drinks with friends. I came explicitly to try the Welsh Rabbit (OK ... on their menu it is listed as simply "Rarebit," but in my mind cheese and beer is appropriately referred to as Welsh Rabbit). It was very good, and while the portion was a little small it was only $3, so I very easily could have gotten myself another order. The honey-whiskey chicken wings were a little more expensive ($9), but the order came with SO MANY WINGS. I'm going to need to try this again, though, because after a few drinks my perception may have been off. At first bite the flavor was a little strange, but it grew on me until I was gnawing away at the sauce on the bones like a starved little puppy dog. A starved, drunken little puppy dog. Service has always been great and friendly. My waiters have been chatty and offered helpful suggestions about the menu and drinks. It's never been crowded when I've gone, but that's always been at an off time, and I imagine that it gets busy for happy hour, weeknights, and earlier during Sunday brunch.

    (4)

  • Jillian P.

    I heard a lot of flack about the new management/chef, but I have to say that the service is better, the menu has been streamlined, and ambiance is the same. I ordered the cheese plate and a few other bites with my date and everything was very good. The entrees as listed on the menu didn't strike me as anything that I absolutely HAD to have, and I am still weary of trying the new burger -- as I am still a die-hard fan of the Churchill/Parliament -- but I'm more inclined to visit now than under the previous management, if only due to higher quality in service.

    (3)

  • Nick D.

    Cool spot, great service. Went for brunch on a sunday. Our server was great. Very friendly and knowledgeable. He also spent some time just speaking candidly with us, so we didn't feel like we had a robot serving us, always nice. I had the pork belly hash, it was really good. My only complaint was that it is a very small portion. I literally could have eaten three orders. I've heard awesome things about the burger, that will likely be my option on my next trip. The decor is very cool, the upstairs bar/dining area is the kind of look I always say I'd love to have in a basement bar.

    (4)

  • Mike H.

    Saturday Brunch was very good Firestone Walker Union Jack IPA on tap! Wife had hand-cut, perfectly done fries with Honey Whiskey wings (excellent wings, crispy, not greasy, perfect balance of flavors) I had oysters (just OK, one shell broken, flavors not the best) and Montreal Disco Fries! out of this world comfort food for brunch (Hand-cut fries, cheese curds, ham chunks, some type of cheese sauce, and a poached egg). Great choice, will definitely get that one again! Service was very good, attentive but not overbearing.

    (5)

  • Abby W.

    Brunched here around 11:30 this past Sunday with a group of 6. No wait to be seated, server brought us drinks straight away. They had a sangria blanco of the day made with apple and strawberry that was phenomenal, and at $7 one of their cheaper drinks. I had read about a pretzel bread and smoked salmon sandwich and was disappointed not to see it on the menu, but when I asked the server about it he said they may have one left and sure enough, they did! I felt like I was eating from the secret menu. I wasn't disappointed in the least with what came out. The long house-baked pretzel roll was nice and warm, the salmon was perfectly thin and excessively abundant, the fixins were pretty much perfect. It arrives on a plate with all the components separate so you can build your sandwich the way you like it- a big plus in my book since I was able to use just a little bit of cream cheese (poison to me but so delicious I can't always resist). Layered on about half of the salmon, tomatoes, thin slices of cukes, red onion, and capers, then I realized the plate had no lemon! A quick trip to the bar remedied this and my sandwich couldn't have tasted more perfect. I wish the salmon had been slightly smokier but that was my only complaint. I also recall seeing the bread described as fennel-pretzel bread, but I couldn't detect any fennel flavor. Everyone was overall pleased with their meal. My boyfriend got the classic burger, which at $18 is pretty absurdly priced, but it was also absurdly good. Seriously, this is probably the best burger in the city. I kept stealing bites after he was done even though I was stuffed. All told the bill came to about $110 for six people, most of whom had at least one drink, so it was reasonably priced for damn good food. I'd go back for sure.

    (4)

  • Arin W.

    Everything here is great! Vibe, food, and most of the service. Definitely recommend.

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    I just found my new favorite burger in the city and I am talkin' bout the Churchill Burger. It's Epic and it's Simple: hefty slab of dry-aged beef and caramelized onions on big sesame seed bun. Now this is not just your run of the mill, humdrum, dry-aged beef, my friend. Apparently it's a custom grind "imported" from La Frieda Meats of New York City. The legend goes that they spent months perfecting it. I believe it. The aging process imparts these earthy notes to the beef that are somewhere between truffles and bleu cheese. It's tough to put your finger on, and that's kinda where the magic happens. Wisely, nothing is allowed to get in the way of the flavor of that meat. No sauces, no gimmicks.The result: a maddening carnal urge to devour. I gave myself over to the burger-lust. And I will do it again.

    (4)

  • Steve F.

    Best burger in the city. It's slap yo mama good. Can't say I've had a bad meal here; fish and chips (best in town), pork belly, and of course the La Frieda burger... tried the Whiskey King last year when the two were going head to head and the Churchhill blew it outta the water.. great ambiance as well.. real low key

    (5)

  • john b.

    Still scratching my head over this one, especially after the big review in the Inquirer. With a party of 8 we were able to sample a real cross section of the menu. It was a nice Monday night and yet things got busy quickly. It doesn't seem that people go there just to drink but maybe the bar gets busy later. The main room has low ceilings which amplified the noise to airplane hanger levels. Oddly, they insisted on pumping music into the mix of noisy banter. But the food is the what is key. Unfortunately, it was underwhelming with a few exception. The grilled calamari appetizer was nicely done with a twist as the sections were stuffed with a lovely chopped vegetable and grain mixture with solid flavors and texures. The salads were quite good but not a measure of brilliance. Similarly the steak and fish dishes passed the test but one should not judge a kitchen by dishes a good cook can do just as well at home. Show me something unique or complex. The entrée that beckoned was the heralded rabbit meatballs and polenta. While the polenta was very nicely done, the showpiece was a major disappointment. The meatballs were dense, dry and flavorless unless one considers including the recommended daily allotment of salt placed in one dish to be enticing. The wine list is limited and overpriced for what it is. They do not allow a corkage and so one is stuck with few choices. All in all, it struck us as a place that believes the hype and does not have the objectivity to evaluate it's product accurately. Not a place I'd try again, too many other great options.

    (2)

  • Argot B.

    It is interesting. Places highly rated in Philly did not necessarily impress us. But then we come to Pub & Kitchen and it's got 3.5 stars on yelp (currently) and deserves 5. It is a beautiful design inside. This was the only place in all of Philly who sincerely rivaled brooklyn restaurants for its beauty and for its quality, innovative menu. If you want a beautiful meal in an awesome setting, this place was excellent. My only regret is not getting the burger here as I hear it's awesome. The pork sandwich was truly impressive. I swear earlier that day I was having one of my inner monologue ravings and I had said to myself Pork sucks! I only want roast pork if it's in a cuban sandwich. Otherwise I just want chicken. But then this sandwich presented itself to me on the menu and I was blown away by the flavor and quality. my girlfriend got ricotta appetizer and pickles beets. they were great. this was by far our most pleasing culinary experience while we visited philly. I have a feeling the eaters in philly will come to realize this place is incredible.

    (5)

  • Scott F.

    After several failed attempts to dine at Pub & Kitchen, I finally decided on a slow Saturday afternoon that me and a buddy would get downtown to try the famed Churchill burger. A burger without cheese? That's not for me... or so I thought. The Churchill burger really focuses on the much praised Pat LaFrieda ground beef that is specially blended for Pub & Kitchen. Topped with only caramelized onions, this burger is a punch in the mouth of beefy goodness. I got mine cooked to perfection at medium rare and washed it all down with one of their cask conditions whiskey cocktails.... what an afternoon... I couldn't do anything to keep myself from taking a very satisfied whiskey and beef fueled nap.

    (4)

  • Lou P.

    No reservations About the food, or for seats Feels like a friends house It's taken me a while to get around to a proper review of Pub & Kitchen, an unfortunate circumstance of it being in my neighborhood which, for better or for worse, means it is a frequent nightspot. Fortunately almost every experience here has been toward the better. I'll get the single annoying aspect of P&K out of the way from the outset: they don't take reservations. Annoying if you want to eat immediately, or are coming with a large group, but otherwise it's just a good excuse to down a few beers while you wait. I used to head over here pretty regularly back in 2006-07 when it was Chaucer's. It was a nice spot then, and it's an even better spot now. The interior is beautiful, lots of wood and candles downstairs, pretty open upstairs. While there is great outdoor seating in the summer, I love it here in the cold when it feels like walking into a friends richly appointed den and sharing a few beers over a game. The bar gets pretty full most nights, but there's some standing room along the rail. They do a decent draft list, as well as a few cocktails and glasses of wine from the menu. The tap list won't blow you away, but everyone in any size group will find something suitable. The menu changes pretty regularly, but the burgers and pub fare are stalwarts. And delicious. Actually everything is delicious. When your waitress rattles off the specials, listen closely, because they're similarly priced to the regular menu items and are often inspired by seasonal offerings. Simply put, P&K is a perfect place to get good food (specifically a burger) and good beer at a fair price in a great atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Vincent J.

    This is my local favorite spot, the food is great and they have good drinks. One word of caution, they are a little stingy when it comes to the wine pour. Since I love wine it is the only problem I have with this place. Sad to see the Fish and Chips off the Menu, Loved the Mushy Peas

    (3)

  • Steve M.

    Pub and Kitchen, you've made me sad. I loved you so much. I used to live closeby and we'd come for fish and chips constantly. But you took them away. No more fish and chips. We happened to come in when they were a special a little while back, but they weren't prepared the same way. You even took away the truffled dijonnaise. I can't understand why. It's a condiment, and it's amazing. Our waiter even mentioned that people have been asking for it... not sure why you want to make that kind of statement, that you're willing to take off the menu your popular, signature items. Is the Churchill the next popular item to be removed? Not that my meal was awful or anything, it was good. The fish and chips special wasn't bad, it just didn't have the magic it used to, and it was a significantly smaller portion (one piece of fish instead of two). The bone marrow appetizer was good, but not nearly as good as others in the city have been (Meme), and its presentation was lifeless (as was the fish and chips special). Our other dishes were good but just not memorable. The place is perfect inside, so warm and cozy. The staff is always friendly, and I've always enjoyed being inside. But I feel like the menu is going in an odd direction (except for the Churchill burger, of course, which is excellent, one of the best in the city).

    (3)

  • Catherine L.

    3.5 stars - and that's partially because I do miss Chaucer's. Oh Chaucer, you with your oriental rugs pinned on the ceiling, your free jukebox and your overall lovely and dive-y charm - how I miss you! You were a definite memory maker (even though I don't exactly remember everything that happened there - though I'm sure it was commemorated in that photo album they kept at the bar...) But one must move on. Pub and Kitchen did, though they kept certain remnants of Chaucers, like the bar and the booths (which I appreciate) It's definitely airier (and most definitely cleaner) and I love the addition of the two big french doors lending much light to the space. It's a completely different atmosphere which I like (and at times makes me nostalgic for Chaucer's) What I'm not nostalgic about was Chaucer's cuisine. This is where the Pabbit has lept and bounded above the former tenant. Though a bit expensive, the menu (with its tantalizing bar snacks) is lovely (if not a bit too ambitious). The bar has got a decent beer and wine selection - and speaking of, I also like that the Pabbit has the beer balls to serve Miller Lite on tap. Not everyone always wants to drink a belgian or micro brew- sometimes, I like to slum it too (beer-wise, of course) The outdoor tables are-a-plenty, and I like the big wood slab that runs alongside the wall from across the bar too- it doubles the bar seating and gives you a place to rest your beverage or your snacks. The crowd, as aforementionned in other reviews can tend towards the yupperites, but during the week it is simply pleasant. Oh Chaucer, I'll never forget you - but the Pub and Kitchen has made a decent, clean eatin' and drinkin' place out of you.

    (4)

  • Chelsea T.

    I've been bummed on P&K's food ever since Spring 2009 when they took the fish and chips off the menu (and believe me, I kept trying 'til recently. Goodbye, Churchill burger, too :(( ) I want to continue to like the bar...but going any time past 7:30 pm, it's been pure LOUD CHAOS in there. To end on a positive, though, I'll keep stopping by every so often for their oyster special. That is, 'til they take that away, too.

    (2)

  • Scott H.

    I have only had the burgers (they have 2 different kinds) and thats all I need. Some of my favorite burgers in the city. The bar is nice and spacious and the service has ranged from bland to friendly, but never bad. my advice: go during the day, grab a fresh brew and get a burger. you wont regret it. The outdoor seating is a plus also, and great for people watching

    (4)

  • Adam F.

    British inspired gastropub. It's tucked away a bit in Rittenhouse, but its a great place for a drink and meal. Came for brunch: - Banger sandwich -- this thing was awesome - Mussels - the mussels here are giant; in a spicy chipotle sauce - really hit the spot. Definitely need to come back for dinner when they serve their famous burger (apparently its considered one of the best in Philly).

    (4)

  • Christina P.

    I seem to always forget that Pub & Kitchen is right down the street. This is probably because it's nestled in a fairly residential, quiet corner of town. It's a great atmosphere, with kind of a rustic barn/farmhouse feel. It's the perfect neighborhood spot, so I will be coming here more often. On my first visit, I came for the burger, which was named one of the top 10 in Philly. What I didn't know was that they have two burgers, and the top 10 one (the Churchill Burger) was $18. We opted for the more basic, and I was not that impressed. The burger itself was really light, almost airy, and they charged an extra $2 for cheese that was barely there. Second visit was winding down the night at the bar with beers and apps. The truffle fries were awesome and the dipping sauce made me want to take a spoon to it. The fried calamari was flavorful and tender, and the mac and cheese (made with orzo) was creamy and rich. The beer selection was pretty good, although a little pricey. On my third and most recent visit I came for brunch with a few friends. They have a good amount of options on the menu for such a small spot. I went with the banger sandwich (sausage, fried egg, swiss, and carmelized onions), and my friends got the french toast with toffee bacon sauce and a brisket hash special. My sandwich was really tasty, and strangely not as greasy as I expected. The homefries were the same way, but were crispy and had a sprinkling of herbs/seasonings on them to give them flavor. I tried my friend's french toast, and it was AMAZING. I have to admit that I wasn't sure about something called 'toffee bacon sauce' but let me tell you, it works. The coffee was flavorful and strong too, another plus. The only thing holding me back from giving five stars are the prices. I get that the food and beverage selections are a few notches above what you'd usually find at a "neighborhood spot," but I felt like sometimes they didn't really match the portion/quality.

    (4)

  • Scott C.

    All right, Pigbunny. Time to level with you. Time for some harsh truth and honesty and tough love. Pigbunny -- can I call you Pigbunny? Because my wife and I do, all the time -- you are our neighborhood pub and restaurant. You are warm and inviting. You have many fine alcohols for us to consume. Your fries are superb. We want to come to you all the time. At least, all the times when you're not teeming with douchebags. (We've learned your rhythms and know when the douche rolls in.) In short, we want to give you all our money. But we can't, because you don't offer any vegetarian dinner entrees. Don't even start by saying you have a cheese plate, or welsh rarebit, or a salad. Those aren't entrees. Those are sides and apps. I find it impossible to believe you can't make a vegetarian entree. I find it impossible because you've done it before: a pasta dish, a sandwich. Something. Something good and tasty. You have good food. Surely you can create something. I might get that vegetarian entrees aren't big-ticket items, but you're turning away dollars. Bar dollars, especially. Sure, you're not making a lot on that spring vegetable gnocchi, but the wine and beer we consume would surely compensate for that. More to the point, though: fries and a cheese plate aren't a meal. You're basically saying that vegetarians just shouldn't bother. So we don't, except for brunch, when my wife can have the cheese omelet. When I first reviewed you, I gave you five stars, because you were that awesome and accommodating. In fact, that is part of the reason we love you so much. When we first moved to Philly, we were tired and stressed after a long day of hauling boxes, and Beth made us feel like we really had found a home. And now? Less welcoming. So you're docked a star. I hope to give it back to you very, very soon.

    (4)

  • Cate L.

    After a steamy Hot Yoga class, a small group (6) of us ventured here on a Sunday evening...we sat immediately, which immediately made me happy! I've graced the bar for cocktails previously, but have never eaten, so was excited to see the restaurant portion was a cozy nook. The seating, comfortable and spacious, perfect...the lighting dim and homey. And we had just come from Yoga, so we weren't dressed in our best...no pretentiousness to speak! A variety of food was ordered...some had the burger (Churchill was juicy, succulent, amazing...the Parliament looked awesome as well!), some had the fish special and I ordered the fish and chips special. Light, airy batter, fresh fish, 4 potato wedges (they were HUGE) and pea mash. The meal, served with malt vinegar & ketchup in ramekins, left a satisfied smile on all our faces. Glad to see they have specials...lots of things on the menu that would bring me back...possibly in a better outfit :)

    (3)

  • Michael P.

    My usual spot for a low key night - they have just enough beers on draft/in the bottle to keep me happy (nothing fancy, but passable). The Churchill burger IS as good as advertised and although my belt may not agree, I love the huge helping of fries. Its a pretty good 'young professional' crowd - but its so damn dark in here sometimes that its not the greatest for meeting new people.

    (4)

  • Nnamdi B.

    The short of it: If you like cave echo ambiance, questionable expenditures of time/money, and mediocre bar food that laughably pretends to be sophisticated bar food, you will be surrounded by plenty of your peers at Pub & Kitchen. The long of it: I was really looking forward to my meal here, I swear. The pictures and description of this place in Bridge and Tunnel monthly - I mean Philadelphia magazine - gave my stomach an erection, which I didn't even think was physiologically possible. My lust for Pub & Kitchen motivated me to give the place shot on an otherwise Typically Unremarkable Weeknight. Upon arriving, I waited a few minutes before being led by my server through an increasingly dark, cacophonous, narrow corridor made out of drunk people until I finally reached the eating area at the back of P&K. Why pubs subject patron and server alike to the natural consequences of thickheaded layout is beyond me. I started off with wings (the sweet variant), followed by a pulled pork sandwich and fries. Quite frankly, the wings were embarrassing. Every last one was overcooked to the point of crunchiness. "Off night, maybe", I thought to myself as I tried to avoid chipping my teeth on what undoubtedly was tender chicken meat prior to crossing the path of the wrong disgruntled P&K line chef. The sauce itself was good, but lipstick/pig. Speaking of pig, the pulled pork sandwich was strictly average. I couldn't taste much of the meat trapped under the accompanying sauce avalanche, but that wouldn't have even bothered me much if the sauce itself was great. Unfortunately, it wasn't - you could find better at Pathmark. All I'll say about the fries is that I didn't even like them enough to take home with me post-meal. The servers got the bare minimum done and not much more. They were aloof, largely absent, and quicker to ask me to move over one spot mid-meal than to refill my water. Maybe my stomach needs Viagra. Maybe this was all a case of me ordering the wrong thing and maybe my experience really wasn't representative of what P&K is capable of. Maybe I'd rather try dozens of other restaurants than risk finding out if I'm right.

    (2)

  • Sara L.

    When a friend suggested Pub and Kitchen for a recent Saturday brunch, I was excited to finally try it out. I was surprised by how empty they were when our group of 5 walked in at 11:30, but more people arrived over the next hour or so. The decor had an upscale, rustic thing going on and it worked well with the overall vibe - lots of wood, farmhouse-y tables, open windows, etc. We were promptly seated and presented with food and drink menus. They had a wonderful selection of wines, drafts and bottled beers, as well as a nice little cocktail list. They had a section specifically titled "Day Drinking" which I found charming. Between an assortment of these beverages and some of the best coffee I've had in Philly (the waitress identified it as Stump's), none of us went thirsty. The brunch menu was not huge, but had a nice variety of sweet and savory selections as well as a few specials. Our group tried a wide variety including pain perdu (French toast) prepared both with berries and cream and with toffee-bacon sauce; house-cured salmon with a fennel pretzel-bagel; a potatoes and scrambled egg dish reminiscent of poutine; and eggs benedict. Everyone seemed pleased with their meals, and the bites that I stole from almost all of the plates were delicious. I felt the portions of each dish were more than adequate; some at our table thought they were a little small. If you have a big appetite, you might want to order a side dish. On our visit, the service was outstanding. Our waitress was friendly and helpful. She was knowledgeable about the menu and made great recommendations. When she saw that one person was not really drinking the cocktail she recommended, she all but insisted on providing a replacement. It also didn't hurt that she was drop-dead gorgeous in a relaxed and natural way. Overall, I can't wait to go back. The prices were a little too high to be an "everyday" brunch spot for me, but it was not a major splurge either. If I have another experience of similar quality, Pub and Kitchen may enter rarified "5-star" air with me.

    (4)

  • Donna A.

    Tried the revamped menu. The duck is very good. Pub and Kitchen is always a solid choice.

    (5)

  • Christine C.

    This place needs to get over itself! I have been going to P&K since the day it opened. About a year after it opened, I moved around the corner from it, so it became my go-to spot for dates, drinks, etc. I have always found the bartending staff to be friendly and helpful. This review is based on interaction with the inexperienced and immature hostess this past weekend. My boyfriend and I had just come off a long walk by the river on a sunny Saturday afternoon and felt like sitting outside to have burgers and beers. We walked by P&K at 3pm and saw they had an open table outside. Great! We thought... we politely ask the hostesses to be seated outside and they say, "there's a wait." Mind you, the inside of the bar was practically empty. We ask about the open table, and they said yes that is for 4 people. I said, even when you have paying customers here, asking to be seated? Yes, they reply. 2 is less than 4. Seriously? It's 3pm on a Saturday, we want to pay you money for food and drinks and you are telling us to wait 20 minutes while there is an open table? The hostesses clearly have a lot to learn when it comes to customer service. Sadly, I will no longer be going to P&K. Thank goodness they are friendly and helpful at 20 Manning Grill!

    (1)

  • Lauren S.

    It's a pub! It's a kitchen! It's Pub & Kitchen! I've been here for brunch, happy hour, and a late dinner, and all three times were solid. They have outdoor seating, and big windows which they open up in nice weather, so even if you're sitting inside you can enjoy some sunshine. Their kitchen is open late, which is a big plus for me. I've eaten here after 11 on a Wednesday night, so they must serve food until at least 12 on weeknights. Big fan. You may have heard good things about the burger. These things are true. It totally delivers. Although P&K has a good beer selection, I chose to wash down my burger with some champagne, cause that's how I roll. To top it off, the staff is always very friendly, and the music they play sounds like my indie station on Pandora. I like this place more and more every time I go. Can't wait to go back again and try the Welsh rarebit.

    (4)

  • Robin D.

    I live right around the corner and never thought that much of the food. UNTIL i went for brunch today and got the smoked salmon with the pretzel roll. it came on a platter with cream cheese, capers, onion, tomato and cucumbers. it was SO good i can't stop thinking about it!! I'm not even a fan of salmon! my friends got.. the churchill burger, which was good. the bangers sandwich, which was greaaat (but very filling). and the french toast, which was very (maybe too) sweet. I loved that it wasn't crowded, nothing worse than being hungover and waiting forever in a packed restaurant. cannot wait to brunch again

    (4)

  • Lady B.

    Waiters dress distractingly casual - plaid shirts and worn-in jeans. Lack of formality and (worse) lack of detail in descriptions of specials and the cheese plate that we ordered. No vegetarian entrees. Three vegetarian appetizers. I asked the waitress for advice about the charred broccolini dish and decided to order it - and I was surprised / disappointed when the dish turned out to be served cold. Great drinks but overall, with $23 entrees, felt like a waste.

    (2)

  • Christina W.

    I went to Pub & Kitchen last night with a friend. I arrived before he did, so I stood outside and waited. I watched quite a few people enter and questioned if I should run in and grab a table. I decided to wait, but it was fine since we were seated right away. I loved the exposed brick and windows framed with picture frames. The candle lit table was cozy and romantic. The music was fantastic as well, it set a perfect mood. We had decided on this restaurant because my friend told me it was the "best burger he's ever had" and the burger was quite delicious. The bun was fantastic too, it held up as I chowed through. The fries were comparable to Monk's. I had to ask the server for a side of dijonaise, and though it was quite good, it wasn't as good as Monk's "crack sauce". For dessert, we decided to get the bourbon soaked apples and donut holes. It came with a side of sauce that tastes like vanilla bean ice cream, but wasn't cold. It was quite delicious. The ratio of donut holes to apples was off, as we were left with a plate of apple slices. I look forward to going back to try each of the $3 bar snacks. In fact, I'll be back next week with a friend from Memphis, TN!

    (4)

  • Elisabeth Y.

    Loved the atmosphere. Loved the service. My husband and our friends loved their food. As for me, I wasn't a big fan of the fact that there was nothing vegetarian on the menu, except for one or two of the salads and some veggie sides. I'd heard great things about the gnocchi and was disappointed that they're not longer offering it! I asked the waitress if they could make me something, and I had a pasta with vegetables that was nothing to write home about.

    (3)

  • Andrew D.

    So many fond memories of Pub & Kitchen - Right around the corner from our apartment, many fuzzy, full stomach, 2 block walks home... Upon our first visit we remarked to the waitress how much we enjoyed the BBQ sauce on the pulled pork - she gave us two jars of it to take with... The Churchill burger... Being told a 45 minute wait, actually ready and willing to wait, and then after 10 minutes being seated... After taking my retiree age parents once, every time they visit now they want to go even though we've moved 12 blocks away...so we go. Cask selection... Fish and Chips... Deviled eggs... We need to catch up P&K.

    (4)

  • Zach Y.

    Trendy, slightly hidden, sophisticated eating and drinking establishment. They actually knew what a Vesper was when my dad order it and they killed it. The burger was one of the better burgers I have had in my life...and I have eaten a good amount of burgers.

    (4)

  • Steve M.

    I have to say I really like this place. good service, really good food and an overall good scene. the only problem I see is that the burger, even though very good, is way overpriced. but ill keep going back, for all above reasons.

    (4)

  • Catherine H.

    The best fish & chips I've had on this side of the pond. Mushy peas tasted like...peas! Nice feel. Can get the top floor ofor a group.

    (4)

  • Philip Z.

    My first review and its on bunnypig. Im no food blogger so this is mainly because I wanted to relive my pub and kitchen experiences through typed words.. also I use this damn thing so much that I felt I needed to contribute back.. just a bit. I don't frequent gastropubs often but I had to make an exception when I heard about how great the Churchill over at P&K was. I had high expectations for the burger that was yelped as being in the company of best in city and Mr Churchill u sir did not disappoint. We strolled in on a Thursday night, tables had 45 min wait but the window side of the bar was wide open for us to squat in on. Place is small but spacious as the tables weren't jammed into each other and the bar area offered plenty of maneuverability. Lighting was dark and the music was a tad loud (enough so that I didn't have any problems soundhounding a particular song they were playing) we had the Churchill w/ fried egg and the wings. Wings must have came from shrimp birds that got bullied on cause they were tiny but were strangely good! I'm all about the juice-head moriarty wings but these were a nice change of pace. On to the burger, let me pause for a second to reflect .........................sorry back to this review.. the Churchill is the best burger I have ever had period. No ketchup, no cheese, just the pat la frieda patty (glazed with bone marrow), caramelized onions and the egg and it was perfect! It was juicy, moist, fluffy, savory and completely out of control. the fries were good but certainly not the star here. when I usually do burgers im almost always left feeling like a lard after the last bite and can usually swear I feel grease traveling through my arteries moments later. My stomache and taste buds were in perfect tandem this time and I could not have asked for a better meal that night. I will be back as soon as when reflecting on the burger doesn't quite cut it.

    (4)

  • Meghann p.

    LOVE Love the food, service, atmosphere, drinks, candles, just everything!

    (5)

  • Kelly G.

    It was Zinski S.'s birthday. We tried to take her to Pumpkin prior to our train back to DC. But...the conference let us out at 4:00 and a very strange set of circumstances had me, Lino J., Mags, and Zinski S. at the door of Pumpkin around 5:15 and it didn't even open until 6:00 plus we didn't have any wine and it was a BYOB. Some guy with a scruffy beard standing outside of Pumpkin suggested we go to Pub and Kitchen. I didn't want to do it. I had no idea about Pub and Kitchen. The 'net was acting funny and I couldn't get on yelp mobile. Plus we'd released our taxi and had to walk 4 blocks in the cold and wind and with our suitcases. UGH! Not happy. When we finally got there, it was only a few other parties in the place and we were seated right away. The hostess was nice enough to let us stow our luggage for free in the "baby high chair storage area". Thanks! Things must be looking up. It was dark in there and they had one votive candle on the table, which we were all vying for to use to read the menu. They ordered a carafe of the house merlot. Hmmm. Ok. Now look. I'm no wine snob like Miles from Sideways but that swill was undrinkable. I was ordering scallops so I ordered a glass of some OR riesling. The scallops were a little overcooked. The pea shoot emulsion and mushrooms were good with them. I don't know it wasn't all terrible. I was just a tiny bit bent out of shape at having my plans highjacked by some dude on the street with a scruffy beard and being seated in a restaurant I had never even looked up on yelp. When the bill was paid, I zoomed out of the place without even visiting the ladies room. I flagged down a taxi and waited while the rest of the group caught up. I cannot safely say I would ever go back to Pub and Kitchen on my own. A strange set of circumstances would have to take me there as I found it only a-ok.

    (3)

  • Hilary W.

    Do you like good music? Good food? Great service? Pub and Kitchen consistently delivers as one of the best bars in Center City. Located on a Graduate Hospital corner, only the "Pabbit" on the wall indicates this beautiful gem of a restaurant. The menu changes daily but staple items such as the Fish and Chips with smashed peas stay as a yummy constant. Their barrel aged Manhattans diminish any of the outside problems you may have brought in with you. The beer list is also noteworthy with a carefully selected menu of some of my favorite brews including Sixpoint Brewery selections. If you are like any good Philadelphian and stake claim at the bar during all Phillies games, this is the place to do it. Pub and Kitchen has provided a bar full of believers during the regular and post season without the aggravation of being in a meaty sports bar.

    (5)

  • Bridget H.

    P&K has been one of my favorite spots for a long time, and my boyfriend and I come in very regularly, often for the burger and beer selection. We were very excited about the renovation and reimagination that recently took place and stopped in Sunday night to check it out. I am so sad to report this, but our experience left much to be desired. First, one of our favorite beers that had been a mainstay for some time disappeared (but whatever). But then, the unthinkable happened. I tried to order their famous burger, as I have done many times before, and found out that it is an entirely different concept now (I guess due to the new chef?). First, I was told they could not cook it to any particular temperature (it only comes medium. What?). Then it came out and was two thin patties smothered in American cheese and grease on a somewhat lame bun. Also, the meat fell apart each time I took a bite. It tasted like a Shake Shack burger, which I enjoy, but in a very different I'm-starving-and-hungover-and-want-greasy-crap kind of way. The P&K burger was sheer perfection, and they ruined it. Why?? We waited a long time to get our food, and my boyfriend's steak was cold by the time it arrived. The restaurant was not busy at all at the time. The waitress graciously corrected the problem, and my boyfriend said his food was really good in the end, but we walked away feeling like this was not the P&K we've come to know and love. I hope things improve because I don't want to have to find a new favorite neighborhood bar/burger go-to.

    (2)

  • Vanessa H.

    Had a great meal here. Saturday night. Monk's was packed and we wanted some mussels. Sat outside, which seems like the way to go. Service was ON POINT. Our server was amazing. It's like she was reading our minds, and she had the perfect balance of attentive but not intrusive. We had a cheese plate to start. Then I had the mussels, which were great. I remember drinking tasty red wine (of course) so I can't remember what it was (also of course!). Will definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Charles W.

    I have to separate my review between the bar and the restaurant. I would give the bar 4 stars. There is a good selection of beers and wines and there is a rotating list of specialty cocktails. I went with my traditional mojito and I was very happy with the strong mint flavor. Regarding the food in the restaurant, I agree with many of the other reviews. The famous burger isn't that impressive. The fried chicken sandwich is good but not worth returning. The staff is very attentive and the best part of the experience. The room is very noisy. Dandelion is still my go-to gastro-pub when entertaining someone.

    (3)

  • Louis K.

    Went here on recommendation to try the gnudi and I may not be taking recommendations from that person again. They seemed to be pan seared, smothered in butter and then served in a greasy oily mess. Gross. Also, trying to get my bartenders attention from him flirting with the female bartender made my experience even worse. When he finally would come over he acted annoyed that I was breaking up his little moment.

    (2)

  • Joel O.

    I don't get it. Loud, dark, pricey, and full of bros and d-bags. Its popularity is proof that image trumps substance.

    (2)

  • Chris C.

    So I finally made it over for there infamous Burger! When I ordered and They didn't ask me how I wanted it cooked.. I was concerned, But I was pleasantly surprised, the 2patties were very tasty. The Lettuce tasted Like juicy coleslaw!! There was definitely a Distinct Flavor to this burger! The Bunn was a Bit too dense, & the fries were frustrating. They kept braking off in to my Ketchup, Because they were so skinny. 25min wait was rough, but I Left satisfied

    (4)

  • Aimee K.

    Where did I have the best brunch of my entire life? Pub & Kitchen. It sounds dramatic but it's true. If you're a bloody mary fan, order the Wrangler without question. The Wrangler alone is five-star worthy and is perfectly spicy. I dare you to try to stop at one! We ended up having a few and then moving to a bottle of rosé, like proper brunchers do. We decided to start by splitting the Dutch Baby Blueberry Pancake, and it was absolutely amazing. First of all, it's huge, and more like a cake than a pancake. Second of all, be ready to force yourself to stop because it's just that good. It's topped with key lime curd and dulce de leche, sooo yeah. After that, I ordered the sausage and biscuit with a soft scrambled egg and bacon morney sauce. It was even better than the pancake somehow, and the breakfast potatoes on the side were perfect. After all of that, I had someone roll me out of the restaurant so I could go take a nap. Really though, you don't want to miss brunch here.

    (5)

  • Lauren D.

    I like the vibe of this place, that's what gives it a 4. But the service was insincere, and what I ordered was just not well rounded on the palate. Maybe I order the wrong thing... The bloody mary with sriracha and lime juice was DELICIOUS. I want one now. Lover ordered the sausage and gravy over biscuit... came with these home fries that are fried with mae ploy sweet chili sauce--- fuckin' genius. Sweet and spicy, with a sticky, crackly texture of the sauce caramelizing on the flat top. Ya, winner. The strawberry coffee cake was really buttery, in the best way possible. I ordered the steak tartare. It comes mixed together, sitting a top a swath of parsley puree. It didn't have enough acid. It was really flat on the palate. It did NOT feel rich in my mouth; probably cause it isn't made with a raw egg, but comes out with a 7min egg that you mash into the tartare. I ate it all but was feeling so-so about it. The waitress gave me a weird vibe. Like unfriendly, almost mocking with a fake smile. Whatever. I'll be back when I move to the 'hood next month : )

    (4)

  • Amanda C.

    Well what do you know? When biking to an undetermined brunch spot in Grad Hospital, we cruised around the corner of 19th and Lombard, peeped all the good eats and adorable twosomes at the outdoor tables and just had to stop. Nothing cuter than this place on a sunny Sunday afternoon. The coffee was strong, the menu was inventive, the service was steady and the tall bottle of water was much appreciated by two thirsty bikers. Please, if you go, do us one favor. GET THAT BLUEBERRY PANCAKE. It is a single pancake, cooked slowly and to a golden brown in a Dutch oven, so it's thick and blueberry filled and dense but still cakey and crispy on the edges. And then it's layered with a generous helping of both dulce de leche and key lime curd. I am telling you, it was a religious experience to eat this. Boyfriend split the pancake with me, and gave me half of his sausage, egg and bacon gravy biscuit, which was also quite delicious (but no blueberry pancake.) We ALSO split the whiskey sage bread with herbed butter, which arrived freshly baked (or at least fluffy on the inside, crusty on the outside and piping hot) and was perfection. Might be more a 4 person split than a 2. It's a lot of bread. We had such a lovely meal here and will be back soon on another sunny breezy summer day!

    (5)

  • Therese M.

    Good spot for dining al fresco during the week. I've had dinner here a handful of times over the past month since it's walking distance to a friend's place. I've stuck to the Cape Cod mussels and Roasted Lancaster chicken each time. Such simple dishes, but solid choices for a light summer meal.

    (3)

  • Jessica S.

    Pub and Kitchen deserves an update on my behalf. I still stand by my distaste of the bar scene here, however the dinner service was quite redeeming. A few plates really stand out and specials are consistently good. Curried beets were a special that my date and I tried on our last visit and I have to admit I had not experienced flavor combinations like that in the past-it really blew me away. Overall, I only recommend coming here for dinner, which I will return for on occasion. The drinks are otherwise overpriced, they have a poor beer variety, and the crowd is very douchey. I mean, all of those things go together, so it's kind of a no brainier. Also, their happy hour sucks. You should offer more than one cocktail and one beer at happy hour pricing, and maybe a bite or two. Overall, on my p&k revisit, the food redeemed an extra star for my liking.

    (3)

  • Carla F.

    I really want to love this place and I've tried several times but I just can't. I will start with what is great about this place, the decor is very cool and the menu is unique. I don't eat meat so perhaps thats my issues. I've tried their cheese plate, a curry dish and their fries. All were just so so. The drinks come in small glasses and are expensive. Sorry, just not favorite.

    (2)

  • Adrienne H.

    I stopped by Pub & Kitchen this afternoon with my boyfriend to catch a late brunch. Their brunch service ends at 3 and we walked in at 2:45 with no rude looks or grumbles from the host staff. That was much appreciated. We brought our dog and sat outside, and although they did not offer a water bowl for the dog, ours was brought promptly. We ordered the NJ Burrata salad- it was composed of roasted beets, kumquats, radicchio and croutons with a green curry dressing. The salad was fantastic- very sweet with some tang from the green curry and the burrata was perfectly creamy. A+ on the salad- I would order it again (and again and again...) My guy ordered the cheeseburger and liked it, while I had the duck eggs benedict. The hollandaise was really nice- it had more flavor than your average hollandaise. I imagine it was made with duck fat. However, speaking of duck fat- the actual duck, while it was a generous amount of meat, was not rendered well. There was an absurd amount of fat along the edges of the breast, so much so that I didn't get to enjoy the best part (the skin!) I also got fries with my benedict even though the woman next to me had home fries with hers. I would've preferred the home fries but the inconsistency didn't take away from the experience. The waitress was so sweet but I did have to ask three times for hot water with lemon, only to be served cold water with lemon. Someone else walked by though and I bothered him for it. I could tell they were a little understaffed so we didn't mind that we didn't see the server much. That's just how it goes sometimes. I'm looking forward to seeing what Pub & Kitchen has to offer for dinner, as the wines and food we had at brunch were definitely satisfactory.

    (4)

  • Mike W.

    Hard to believe I havent written about this place yet. I have been here a few times both pre and post Eli Collins, and I have to say its still just as good as its always been. They make one of the best bloody marys in the city as well as an always delicious burger. It may have changed a bit, but its still awesome. We took a few friends here to celebrate their engagement recently, and everything really worked out nicely. We started with a few cocktails, classic mule made with rye for me, and we settled in to a steady conversation of wedding planning and stories of engagement nights. The cocktail was delicious, even with the change from standard vodka in a moscow mule to the rye. The ginger beer and lime combo is bomb. So many things on the menu caught my eye, but the one we all seemed enticed by was the whiskey and sage bread with ramp butter. We ordered one for the table and I ordered the pulled pork shoulder sandwich. The bread came out warm and covered in a flour "pabbit" the mascot of Pub and Kitchen. It was served on a slate dish with a smear of ramp butter that was deeply satisfying. I could have eaten the entire loaf all by myself. The butter was superb and you could definitely taste the whiskey in the bread. I was a little bit disappointed when my pulled pork sandwich came out though. When I think of pulled pork, I think BBQ style. Had the sandwich description read porchetta or something of that nature, I would have expected what I got. That being saidm the sandwich was really tasty, an ode to the Philly staple of roast italian pork. It was super messy, I am talking juice running down your arms while you are chomping down messy, but in such a good way. I devoured the entire thing. So tasty. The fries are just as I remembered them, fantastic. They were super crispy. We even ordered a dessert to share for the table. It was one for the ages, one of the most delicious panna cottas I have ever had. It was a vanilla cardamom panna cotta covered in a mango sauce. It was the most perfectly textured panna cotta I have ever seen. It had just the right amount of jiggle, so that it quivered in its dish when it was set down on the table. The cardamom was just powerful enough to really bring another level of flavor to it, but not overpower the vanilla in any way. Outstanding. Pub and Kitchen is just as good as its ever been. One of my favorite places in the city. Always worth a visit.

    (4)

  • Alisa A.

    Great place to grab drinks and dinner with a group of friends. I love the cheese plate they prepare there and the atmosphere is great too. It's dark inside but it's great for conversation with friends while you done.

    (5)

  • Lauretta R.

    I love this place. Arrived tonight to be expertly guided through the menu (oyster selection) by our fantastic server. Had an incredible rye spiced Manhattan. Okay, maybe 3. Fried chicken sandwich new to the menu and fantastic. Expertly fried, juicy and flavored with buttermilk. Loved it. Worth the diversion from our usual burger. Which is the city's best. Food is excellent. Drinks are excellent. Service is excellent.

    (5)

  • Kristen M.

    I'm not sure why it took me so long to get to Pub & Kitchen. In the warmer months there are always people sitting outside and they appear to be having a great time. This visit was long overdue. I came here on a Tuesday at 5pm for happy hour with a friend. We took a seat at the bar and were welcomed by the female bartender. I ordered the champagne cocktail my friend had the Lagunitas IPA on special. The happy hour specials aren't that special and there are no deals on food. While that would normally annoy me because I was forced to order off the full price menu, I am totally OK with the $15 I paid for the P&K Cheeseburger. People, the burger was glorious! Juicy, and huge, and messy; this was one of the best burgers I've had the pleasure of consuming EVER. And I've eaten a lot of burgers in my day. Yes, I've been to Village Whiskey and stuffed my belly at Philly Mag's Battle of the Burger. I had to apologize several times to my friend for stuffing my face, but she understood. I think she could see the bliss in my eyes. There were TWO burger patties, accompanied by sharp cheese, onion, pickle, shredded lettuce and maybe a special sauce? The thing was monstrous and I defeated it, not a single bite left on the plate. The fries were good too, skinny and crunchy. My friend had the chicken cheesesteak and finished the whole thing as well. Despite P&K's happy hour being from 4-6 as we were leaving around 7pm the bar area was getting quite busy with business-type crowd. I'll be back for more burger soon.

    (5)

  • Lauren H.

    Overrated. I ate here a few years ago when it was a novelty. Now I live here and after a few more tries (it's super close and I am lazy) I have to stand by my meh. It's loud, expensive - like New York expensive - and just not worth it. There are much better options in Philadelphia now.

    (2)

  • Aaliyah P.

    Apparently folks west of broad have lower expectations when it comes to service . The snottier the vibe the more popular the establishment . My Sunday brunch experience here was pretty mediocre as far as service goes , our entrees however kept this review at a solid 3 stars. We literally sat for almost 20 min with no acknowledgement from anyone. I finally had to ask someone who/ where our server was. We shared the burratta and grilled peaches , grilled salad and tempura shisito peppers. Everything was delicious and made for a very did deny type of brunch than I'm used to. The cocktail list has something for everyone and they have the game on which is a bonus. I won't rush back - Pro tip : the frittata isn't an option any longer you are welcome for the heads up .

    (3)

  • Sumita R.

    This place was so accommodating! I really want to thank the staff. It was our anniversary this weekend and my boyfriend was getting in from a conference really late on Sat. He called this place because it's close to home and they had a table with champagne and dessert ready for us at 1am! Thank you so much!

    (4)

  • Andrea T.

    We stopped in here one night when my bf was visiting. We shared the restaurant week menu. The gnocchi was delicious. Tender and swimming in an emerald jeweled kale pesto with sausage. The artic char was also really quite good, considering I had just had artic char at lunch as well! The panna cotta was terrific. We shared another plate which I cannot remember, but the bf was impressed with everything! I also had a perfect old-fashioned!

    (4)

  • Elizabeth W.

    Chilled asparagus soup with whiskey and sage bread was superb. I loved the individual loaf of bread - it looked charming. Easy place to be on your own but not feel marooned.

    (4)

  • Steve T.

    Had a generally good time here a P&K for a friend's birthday party. We rented out the entire second floor for this extravaganza, and the food and service were both good. Only caveat: parking is simply hellacious, at least for a weekend night, and after driving around for half an hour I ended up parking about five blocks away. If you are planning on dining here, be sure to allow extra time to park or take your corporate helicopter. I'm sure the CEO won't mind.

    (4)

  • Tommy M.

    Went for brunch this morning, and I'm glad my "friend" took me here! Small place with nice outdoor seating, and seriously great drinks. My "friend" and I had the Wrangler (spicy Bloody Mary), and I really appreciated the ample amount of vodka in my drink (always a big judgement point for me). Came with a lemon and cherry pepper - excellent addition to the drink. I had the sausage and biscuit, and my "friend" had eggs with bacon and toast. Both of our meals were good, but the biscuit was perfectly buttery/cheddary, and mine came with mixed greens (which we both loved). The only reason I'm giving this place 4 stars is because the sausage tasted more like kielbasa than what I was expecting (however, my "friend" notified me that they make it in house, so props for that). As a side note, our bartender/server, Alexis, was a real gem. Sweet girl, knowledgable, good conversationalist, and mixes a good drink. If you get a chance, I'd recommend sitting at the bar to be served by her (she gets 5 stars for sure). I will be checking this place out for happy hour, but I'd definitely recommend brunch in the meantime!

    (4)

  • Eric C.

    5 minutes sitting at the bar and no service from the bartender or other staff wasn't overly crowded either.

    (1)

  • Robert H.

    Excellent food and service! My waiter was really friendly and attentive. The tempura shishito peppers and grilled squid stuffed with chorizo were fantastic. I'll keep this my go to neighborhood bar in Philadelphia.

    (5)

  • Monique B.

    Yum! The steak was as delicious as the duck and perfectly cooked. It came with these little hash brown squares that were some of the most delicious potato things I've ever had. The menu changes seasonally, so they'll probably have something else on the menu, but it's sure to be delicious. The service is good as well as the drinks. Everything is casual and cozy. Great place to meet up with friends or a date for dinner and a drink.

    (4)

  • Lisa R.

    Everyone in our party of 4 had to try their famed burger -- we found it good, not great with inexplicable variations in how well-cooked each one was. You get two thin, stacked burgers. I don't like the lack of juiciness in a pressed flat burger but as long as it's not over-cooked it can be good (but not great). Mine was pink within. Good. My friend's was well-done and hard. They were all ordered and cooked at the same time so, given how many they make, it should be down to a science. (Or math.) The thin fries were good, not destination fries, but good. I liked our server, who accommodated our individual variations on their burger, but she did overlook warning me off their garlic aoli which comes on the burger even though I'd alerted her to my garlic allergy. (I don't see a need to ever put mayonnaise on a burger -- they are fatty enough.) I will return to try other menu items that looked appealing. Hard wood seating was surprisingly comfortable. They do NOT offer a gluten free burger bun, just bunless burgers on a plate for the IBS-sufferer in our group. Had to ask to have it on lettuce. (P&K doesn't offer any gluten free bread option, despite this town having an excellent gluten free bakery, Taffett's, that delivers their great burger bun, baguettes, and breads to many area restaurants, including the nearby Miles' Table. 12% of US households buy gluten free products, most because of serious health reasons. That's a big chunk of potential patrons to be refusing to accommodate. And, clearly, the waitstaff is not well versed enough in the ingredients of each dish, or I'd have been warned off the aoli when I declared a garlic allergy.) Still, giving them another shot, with my guard up. It's a very casual, pleasant space.

    (4)

  • Danie G.

    This place is confounding to me - so am going with 'hit or miss' yet feeling slightly bad about that. First, it is uncomfortably loud because they put the music up high and then people talk louder to make up for it. I think that surprised me because it's so cute inside! I expected so much better given the look and feel that they would opt for this. The drinks were okay - the old fashioned was nice, but the January special had WAY too much crushed ice and looked like a beach drink. (Yes, in January - the last thing I want in 20 degree weather is an icy drink.) Service was nice. She was frustrated with us (understandably because my friend could not decide what to order) but attentive and helpful. Appetizer (squid) was fantastic - I would definitely order it again because the celery root and almonds were so tasty. My entree (risotto) was terrible though. The rice was not cooked long enough (I don't want it mushy, but it should not be crunchy) and the oysters tasted wrong. The whole thing was cold. (I kind of want my $22 back!) Overall, it is definitely not worth the price. If I went back it would be for a drink and an appetizer at the bar.

    (2)

  • I.E. C.

    Really enjoyed my time at Pub & Kitchen. Server was fabulous. However, I got stuck in the very back and it was like an ice box with the air blowing right on our table. Luckily our server was kind enough to move us to the main dining area where it was much more comfortable. Food was very good. Pulled pork sandwich was tasty. Nothing that would blow you out of your shoes, but nonetheless, good! Fries were also tasty. Overall, I would definitely come back!

    (4)

  • Rachel K.

    I loved this place! I went here with my boyfriend and his family. The place has dim, beautiful antique lighting and is a great noise level - pleasantly loud but not overbearing. It was a nice place to share a meal and conversation. The menu was split into three sections - Pub Snacks, Starters, and Entrees. We were very impressed with the Pub Snack and Starter options so we chose to turn it into a tapas style meal and shared many of the plates. We chose: deviled eggs, smoked chicken wings, chili marinated cauliflower, brussels sprouts, ricotta gnudi, mussels, and roasted squid. The chicken wings, squid, brussels sprouts and ricotta gnudi are amazing. The mussels were absolutely huge and the broth was delicious! Can't wait to come back!

    (5)

  • Adam R.

    This place was no better than OK. The drinks and apps were fine. I got the chicken sandwich for my main course. I did not think a bad chicken sandwich was a thing but I guess I was wrong. It was inedible

    (2)

  • Nam D.

    I'm not sure why pub and kitchen has three and half stars on yelp, every time I've eaten here, it was delicious. Pork chop is probably my favorite entree, also like there oysters, whiskey sage bread and cheese plate. This place is one of the better options for grad hospital peeps.

    (4)

  • Clare D.

    Once in a while you come across a combination of food that is so clever and so delicious that you wonder why others aren't following suit. This is how I feel about the Roasted Squid dish at Chef Eli Collins' Pub & Kitchen, which is nothing short of remarkable. A generous portion of chorizo fills the body of the cephalopod that is then roasted to perfection and cut into bite size pieces. Sausage within a sausage. As if that weren't enough, pairing the squid sausage with grilled yet cruncy veggies adds a wonderful combination of textures and a new dimension to the fish. Don't forget the tentacles, which are my favorite part of the squid. These are cooked to perfection as well. My Mulard Duck Breast was good - and I've had better after being spoiled by the Muscovy Duck Feast at Fork - but it was simply not as good as the outstanding Roasted Squid. My friend Chris W had the Warm Hummus and Cape Cod Mussels with soybeans, serrano chili peppers, bok choy, ginger, and green onion broth. These were very good dishes as well. Particularly noteworthy is the unique cocktail menu, which includes the Hecho en Philly made with an amber grape brandy called Macchu Pisco, lime, sugar, egg white (for the foam), and plum bitters and the Hemingway Julep made with Old Overholt Rye, grapefruit, mint, Maraschino liquor, and Demerara (crunchy light brown sugar). My only gripe is the long wait for our appetizers. We were already on our third drink before they finally arrived.

    (4)

  • Victoria L.

    After having P&K on my list for years, I finally came here for dinner the other day with a friend. I have been meaning to try their raved-about burger, but it wasn't what I was in the mood for at the time. Instead, I went with the pulled pork sandwich and I'm glad I did. The sauce was not too heavy and the cheesiness is so good. The fries here are amazing, and I love the aioli! My friend got the mussels and said they were very good. I'd love to come back for brunch and have the burger and bloody rooster.

    (4)

  • Michael B.

    I go here about once a year (this year happened to be on their "Country Delight" night). I WANT to go here much more often. Here's the deal. What I LOVE about this place is the food. I've had nothing but good experiences here - and the brisket, grits, fried pickles, fried chicken, and braised greens I tasted last night were outstanding enough - ahem - brisket that rivals any I've had all over Texas* - to raise what might have been a two-star rating all the way to four. Despite my ranking, I have such a mixed feeling towards the P&K. I've been enough times to know that, frankly, it's generally not my scene. The oft-yuppie clientele can be snooty and unfriendly, the waitstaff is hit or miss (some are so sweet and helpful; others do not seem to give a rat's ass about your feelings or experience at P&K**). In addition, the happy hour is not very "happy" for me, as not one of the brews from their more-than-half-decent craft draught selection is discounted ($3 hard ciders, $5 merlot, $5 dark and stormies.. I mean I guess I'll take a D&S but what I want is the Racer 5 on the discount list!) But while some others don't, at least they HAVE a happy hour. My suggestion? Only hire staff who know how to smile and how to make people feel good and want to come back. And, as I've already eluded to, put at least three of your draughts on happy hour. I will be back, but probably not again until the Country Delight shindig of late '14.. so I can devour slabs upon slabs of the black stuff. And for god's sake, let me handle the happy hour music next year (Tom Petty and Jackson Browne are all well and good... but not for the Western theme y'all were so eager to embody). *Holy crap, chef. How in god's name did you make that brisket?? You put practically all the brisket I've ever had to shame. I savored every bite like it was my last. Thank you! **I was a bit offended when the bartender immediately shot down my simple and friendly request to put on my ipod's Western playlist. At 4:30PM. When I was the only person at the bar. Even if you were instructed not to allow this (I'm not sure because you would hardly speak a word to me), how about an "I'm really sorry that we can't do that... I wish we could.. I like your enthusiasm.. let me double check with my manager.."?? Stoicism and arrogance are attributes to which I am vehemently opposed. You're lucky I'm nice and still tipped you 20+% on principle.

    (4)

  • Jemma C.

    Two words- speed eating!!!! There's nothing about this place that wants you to chill, relax and enjoy your dinner. We ordered at 7.52pm and had the bill handed to us at 8.29. In those 37mins they managed to take our order, serve starters, mains, cocktails and wine. Food was ok as were the drinks. Staff were super. I'd happily go back if I was guaranteed my night wouldn't be finished in a half hour. I heard of turning tables but this was ridiculous.

    (3)

  • Gregory B.

    First of all, don't go here on a first date. You can't hear anything and have to SCREAM the entire meal. It is the loudest restaurant I have ever been in. The food was mostly good but their "famous" burger is way overrated and the chicken wings were under cooked and chewy. The rabbit meatballs entree was excellent. Service was very good and even the waiter said it's too noisy but the manager likes it "loud and dark". I would never go back-- not a fun time and there are so many better places in the city.

    (2)

  • Timothy K.

    Great spot for a drink and some appetizers. Great beer selection and food is good. A little pricey for food but a great place to go for a drink!

    (4)

  • Roger M.

    I had an amazing dinner with amazing service at Pub & Kitchen. I went in November when it was chilly out, but I'm really looking forward to going back when they have outdoor seating set up. Our server explained to us how fresh their food is, line caught fish, farm grown veggies, etc. And it definitely shows. The only reason I didn't rate them higher is because I felt the servings were quite small given the price. I don't at all feel like I was ripped off, and I understand quality food comes with a price tag. It's just that if we hadn't ordered extra food, we would have left unsatisfied. Three of us split four meals and they were all incredible and some were certainly more filling than others. The stand-out entrees were the rabbit (Rabbit!) meatballs served over polenta which was excellent. The flounder was also incredible, but stood out as a dish that was particularly small. Super tasty fish, clams, tomatoes, and a tasty sauce. Just not enough. Maybe I'm just greedy. The atmosphere was wonderful and our server was able to help us out with everything from cocktails and beers to entrees. I'd totally recommend this place to anyone, but you might not want to get there absolutely starving.

    (3)

  • Liz K.

    Came here during the week and snagged a table outside. Thank goodness because it was deafening inside. Ordered 4 dishes to share: deviled eggs, fries, knudo and the pulled pork sammie and everything was delish. I was pleasantly surprised and while the prices were a bit on the high side, I walked away really satisfied and willing to return. Solid food, great service.

    (4)

  • Sean A.

    Best all around bar/restaurant in the city. P&K Burger rules! Late night is the scene for sub-Rittenhouse area.

    (5)

  • Laura G.

    Everyone loves the food here but I haven't been able to find anything to confirm that. Its not a bad place at all just not what I expect. It's ok. The atmosphere is great and the beer list is usually pretty good. The burger is probably the best thing I've had here but nothing to write home about. I will say that brunch is their better option. I sat at the bar and the service was not very good. The bartenders dropped us a menu and never came back. Had to flag them down for a drink and they never asked if we wanted food so we had to flag them down again. The bar isn't that big and there were 3 of them. I bartended for a long time so let's go guys, get it together. Busy or not it's quite simple to give decent service.

    (3)

  • Dan D.

    Amazing service! Margaritas are on point. Gnocchi was amazing. All there food looks great and from what I hear, it is.

    (4)

  • Daniela M.

    Pub & Kitchen used to be a great neighborhood restaurant. They once had a delicious pork banger sandwich, they did a tasty pan fried gnocchi, etc. NOT so anymore. Went for a late brunch one Sunday and I felt like I was eating at a diner in the suburbs. The service was *ridiculously slow*, especially given how empty the restaurant was at 2pm. The duck eggs benedict was awful. The yolks were overcooked and the whites were undercooked and slimy. I don't even know how you can mess an egg up in exactly that way.

    (2)

  • Megan L.

    My husband & I dined here last Friday evening (for the first time), and everything was amazing. AMAZING. For apps, we shared the brussels sprouts & squid. The brussels were probably the greatest thing I have *ever* tasted. I have been craving them like crazy ever since, and trying to recreate them at home (unsuccessfully!). I would visit P&K again and again just for the brussels. The squid was pretty good, but maybe a little too busy for my taste. A little less may have been a little more with this dish - but we definitely enjoyed it. As for the entrees, I had the Wagyu Bavette, and my husband the Monkfish. Both were INCREDIBLE. The Monkfish was served over the most deliciously prepared fennel - such a perfect pairing for this dish. As for the Wagyu - need I say more? Who doesn't love Wagyu Beef? It was cooked to perfection (med-rare) and served on the most delicious bed of farro and root veg salad. YUM. Topped it all off with Panna Cotta and couldn't have been happier. We will be back very soon for sure!

    (5)

  • Michelle C.

    I'll admit. I was super bummed when I heard the news that Johnny Mac would be stepping down as head chef at Pub & Kitchen. He was easily my favorite chef in the city, and no matter what I ordered at P&K, I was always impressed. I wondered how things would change and if I would still think of Pub & Kitchen as my go-to spot for a great but casual dinner. There were some big changes to the menu, most notably, the burger selection, which has been pared down to a basic burger with American cheese, shredded lettuce and thin slices of pickle. Sounds simple, but one bite and I was absolutely hooked. I spend significant amounts of time thinking about it (sad but true). I don't know what makes it so delicious, but I've practically forgotten about the Churchill I used to love. When I ordered the burger at dinner with my girlfriends, I had already raved so much that they had to try it. My one friend even asked for a second bite, and the thick-cut, perfectly crisp fries were devoured. The rest of the menu is equally impressive. I loved a simple but flavorful pappardelle with fresh summer vegetables and thin parmesan shavings. And the brunch offerings are still awesome. I even ate rabbit (which I will not typically do) when it was crumbled over their famous breakfast poutine. Chef Eli Collins is killing it, and I'm happy that my favorite neighborhood spot is still my favorite neighborhood spot.

    (5)

  • Kelly O.

    Not so great, actually. The Churchill burger was not in evidence when we went on a Wednesday evening, so I ordered a chicken sandwich. The chicken Caesar sandwich was served on a bun that tasted stale. The flavor of anchovies was so overwhelming that it tasted more like a fish sandwich, and not a great one. The McDonald's quality shaved lettuce heaped on it didn't help matters, and the fried chicken breasts on it were bland and tasteless. The service was excellent, however, and our request to be seated somewhere quiet was granted right away.

    (3)

  • Molly M.

    Pretentious and overpriced. Expensive drinks and a country club crowd. We weren't particularly impressed with the experience vs price point.

    (2)

  • Natalee F.

    I'm not sure why everyone seems to like this place so much. I've had drinks here in the past and they seemed ok, nothing memorable. I recently had dinner and I feel the same way about it. We were quickly seated and water was brought over to the table. The server filling our water said with conviction "enjoy!" which seemed appropriate, since the water was all we had for a very long time. After waiting and waiting, the server finally came over to take our drink order, we ordered drinks and food at the same time. Then we waited some more. The food and drinks seemed to take a really really long time to come out. I also overheard a conversation at the table to my left, where the waitress had forgotten ordered items, but still charged for them, and the table to my right, where the waitress forgot to take their food order altogether. It wasn't a very busy night, so I'm not sure what the issue was. After drinking the average drinks, and eating the 5/10 food, I wasn't impressed. I don't think I'll be back.

    (3)

  • Margeau N.

    I've always really liked the ambiance at the bar here, and the other night I had wonderful table service outside for dinner. The cheeseburger is really good, and their seasonal selections are always creative and delicious. Plus, when the weather is nice they open the side windows and it's nice to sit both outside or inside by the windows. Great neighborhood spot!

    (5)

  • Jim M.

    Best burger in the neighborhood, friendly staff, great drinks. Definitely a weekly spot.

    (5)

  • Rick V.

    Way, way, way over rated! Over priced and filed with Williamsburg hipster wannabes. The best burger in Philly? I think not! I requested medium on my burger and received a hockey puck from the Flyers last Stanley Cup. Meritage, directly across the street is MUCH better as is Shake Shack, Whiskey Village, Butcher and Singer and Bareburger. The wings are average at best and the drinks are weak enough for a Quaker to consume. Oh, and it's LOUD!!!! HAVE YOU HEARD OF EGG SHELL SOUND PROOFING? They're much better options in this city. Don't believe the hype!!!!

    (1)

  • Hiroko N.

    Beautiful cozy place, wonderful foods. We went for dinner with 4 and shared many dishes, you could tell there were a lot of thoughts in the flavors and they use very fresh ingredients. Both meats and fish dishes were good, I especially liked chicken, rabbit meatball and steak. Don't skip deserts. Main dish is around $22-25 range.

    (5)

  • Mike M.

    This place is over-rated, beer selection is for amateurs and food menu is bare. If you want to pretend like you know good food and beer go here. If you really know good food and beer, don't.

    (1)

  • JB Y.

    The food here is pretty damn awesome and I really like the aesthetics and ambience and overall casual but not slow or sleepy feel. I got the p&k burger with cheese and bacon AND they added fried egg which is basically greatest meal ever. It's pictured. It tasted so awesome. The waitstaff is also really nice but our particular waiter, while he meant well, he didn't seem too knowledgeable about the food. But no big deal, some people don't give an F.

    (5)

  • Alexa S.

    I've been to P&K a few times now, though the last few occasions I have not had the best food experiences...until Friday. I'd been traveling all week for work subsiding on caffeine and candy to get me through 17 hour days, I was in need of a decent meal and P&K delivered. We started out with the wings, which had an awesome tangy sauce (our UK friend said it had a kick, though we couldn't taste) and were piled high. I was deciding between the steak and burger and ultimately gave into the decadent cheeseburger - two patties, bacon and all the toppings. The rest of the table ordered starters for their meals, while they enjoyed the majority of their selections (grilled romaine salad, mussels and lamb tartare) they did not enjoy the octopus. The one thing I would recommend for P&K is a better menu description for the squid dish, it's basically a sausage filled squid with grilled vegetables and nuts, the sauce was a little fishy too. Overall a great food experience, and they have great cocktails - which remain consistent across the multiple visits to P&K. Get the mezcal concoction, you won't be disappointed (unless you don't like mezcal, haha).

    (4)

  • A B.

    A nice neighborhood feel, but it isn't the first place to pop into mind when asked for recommendations. The interior and service are nice, but the food and drinks are pricey for what is served.

    (3)

  • Emily W.

    We always left the old P&K, the one before the new chef and new menu a little disappointed- half-full bellies and half-empty wallets, so we were skeptical about trying it out again. But we finally made it and walked out full and happy this time. We loved everything we shared. They creamy cauliflower soup was super comforting with its caraway and rye gnocchi, and the kale salad had the perfect amount of acidity. The mussels and potatoes were in this rich coconut creamy broth that we thought about pouring into our mouths straight from the bowl, but resisted, and used a spoon to sop up every. last. drop. And the burger was delicious. Perfect bun to meat ratio and didn't leave you wanting to hibernate afterwards. We were disappointed that they didn't have dessert that night- they blamed it on the snow... whatever that means, and the place is quite rowdy, but what do you expect from a place that calls itself a pub?

    (4)

  • Brian L.

    solid burger. also tried the arctic char, which i wasn't as impressed with. a bit dry. good bar. haven't tried the happy hour but it seems like a good time!

    (4)

  • Catherine A.

    Very solid brunch fare with great prices (although everything looks better when viewed from the eyes of a New Yorker). The waitresses are friendly and attentive; my water was never empty; the rum cider was better than delicious. I had the two eggs/toast/bacon and my friends had the special which included two poached eggs and trout over a hashbrown. Another friend had the veggie grits with an over easy egg. Everyone left with a perfectly full belly- not too heavy, not too light. My friend also had the Bloody Rooster made with srirarcha which was AMAZING. Pub ambiance, dark wooden booths. $5 dark and stormy and other drink specials. If I lived in Philly, I'd so be back!

    (4)

  • Micaela M.

    This is a perfect option for an outdoor brunch with friends. We made a reservation for four in advance and came around 11:00am, which I think is necessary since they have limited seating outside. The food was delicious. The waitress reminded us that heirloom tomatoes are at the peak of their season, so the BLTs became a no-brainer. They did not disappoint. I also recommend the french toast, which is pretty unique for french toast with the banana, almond, and cocoa nib butter. I liked that it wasn't overly sweet and the sourdough added an interesting flavor. On my next visit, it would be hard not to choose these two dishes again because they are downright crave-able. We had one hiccup where the kitchen sent one of us the wrong dish, but it was corrected pretty quickly. I would recommend the Bloody Rooster over the Wrangler if you like a spicier drink. The ambience was relaxing and peaceful for Center City. It's located on a quiet street. The sidewalk where the outdoor tables sit is pretty large, so you don't feel crammed against the restaurant or too close to people walking by. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience for our party of four!

    (4)

  • Jen S.

    I'm not sure what all the hype is about. I've been wanting to come her for so long because the name kept popping up all over the place. Sadly, I was not as impressed as I thought I would be. It was a very cute place, very hole-in-the-wall feeling with candles providing much of the light in the room. We had a few cocktails and beers. The cocktail I got was delicious (a little small for $9) but the cocktail my friend got was SO sour. It was not enjoyable, but she drank it anyways because we hate being a pain when we go out to eat. We got the wings and the cheese board to snack on while we drank. The wings were tasty, but pretty small and a bit overcooked. The cheeseboard was delicious though. They have rotating cheeses every few days as they come in fresh, so be sure to ask your server which ones they have if you happen to be indifferent towards a certain kind of cheese. Overall, this place is cute and I love the ambiance, but I am not sure that I will back soon.

    (2)

  • Chris M.

    Went back tonight hoping for a better time, this time we ate. Meh. I really wanted to like this place, I'm now amazed the locals keep coming here, they must truly be desperate. Menu is overpriced for the mediocre quality. It offers a non-inspiring small selection. 5 entrees? Nothing healthy to eat on the menu at all. We ordered the mussels. They are bad. No really, I dare you to eat them tonight.. sauce is ok at best, and literally the mussels are spoiled. 1 burger selection? This place gets 1 star for nice atmosphere, another for decent beers...... Btw, Victory Wheat.. yeah that should be a 16oz pour for $6.. it doesn't belong in a 12oz glass for $6. Terrible.

    (2)

  • Kat S.

    I visited this place for some drinks and a bite to eat this past weekend. It has a really nice atmosphere and is located on a cute and quiet corner in Graduate Hospital. The outside seating is nice, especially on a day like I had this past weekend. We tried the squid and the hummus. Both dishes were good, although not spectacular. I'd go back and try some more dishes, although their menu was limited. I'd recommend stopping by for drinks.

    (3)

  • bernie v.

    First off, any bar that has dogfish head raisen d'etre on tap is already a-ok in my book!! Now on to the food, the wife and I both had the english onion soup and the burger/fries - the english onion soup had chunks of pork in it which I wasn't expecting - its a tasty soup for sure - but if you're looking for a "traditional" french onion soup you might not want this. (I guess that's why its called english onion soup and not french onion soup :) It's kinda funny because as we were waiting for our burgers we heard the table behind us (who all ordered the burger) comment how philly is going through a burger revolution - which is kinda true with all these burger places popping up. Anyhow, the burger did not disappoint - cooked medium rare as we ordered it - and a nice size - and very flavorful. The service was impeccable. My water glass never made it to half empty as they had someone going around filling water glasses on a regular basis (big plus in my book). We definitely will be going back to try out some more things on the menu!

    (4)

  • Hilary K.

    Because it's so darn close, my husband and I have been here several times and I must say, we've been progressively more disappointed, which is why I'm writing this review. Unless you plan on dining at P&K in the 5:00 hour, it's very crowded and loud, to the point where we have to shout to hear each other across the table. So much for intimate conversation! Another thing we have noticed is that we are treated differently if one (or both) of us orders an alcoholic beverage. We're not big drinkers and when we choose not to have beer or wine with our meal, we shouldn't feel pressured to do so in the hopes that we'll receive better service. A classic example: the last time we were there, our waitress was visibly disappointed that we weren't ordering drinks and told us that the kitchen was backed up about 30 minutes and that it would probably take a while for us to get our food. We waited for a little while, and the waitress came back once or twice to see if we wanted anything from the bar, until my husband finally caved and ordered a beer. Wouldn't you know it - the waitress's attitude changed and our food came out about a minute later. How convenient. Finally, a note about the food. We've been with P&K through a few menu changes now and the latest menu revision is very disappointing. They got rid of our favorite items on the menu - the BBQ pulled pork sandwich and the Parliament burger. The menu offers a roasted pork sandwich, which is supposed to be a spin-off of the kind you'd get at DiNic's in Reading Terminal, but it fails. The only burger choice is now the $18 burger (Churchill, I think?), probably due to the fact that when they had 2 burger choices, I'm sure more people ordered the $14 option. Clever. Speaking of the new pork sandwich and burger, just a heads-up: they will ask you if you want a salad or fries, even though they charge you extra for the fries, a fact that they fail to disclose when you think you actually have an equal choice. I think the bottom line for us is that we don't really have a reason to come back here for a while, between the disappointing menu and the tacit pressure to order alcohol.

    (2)

  • Emily N.

    We came here for dinner and drinks. My fish po boy was top notch, and pretty affordable. The sweet potato fries are also delicious. The atmosphere is really nice, but a bit loud to hear someone from across the table. The service was not so great; the waiter forgot my side order of fries completely, and was really pushy about us leaving when we were finishing off our drinks.

    (4)

  • M.S. H.

    I love Pub & Kitchen! But, more than that I LOVE the Pabbit (their fierce half pig/half rabbit mascot). The Pub & Kitchen is a cozy place with a great bar, fabulous decor and absolutely delicious food. The first time I went I was surprised to find deviled eggs on the menu. We had to try them and they were great! For the main course I had the short ribs and my husband had the burger (both of which we thought were the best we have had in the city). It is a casual, yet classy place and the perfect night out. We went back again with a large group and I had the gnocci (only because the short ribs were not on the menu the second time around), which still makes my mouth water. The only negatives I can think of is that the place can get very loud and they do not take reservations so you may have to wait, but it is well worth it!

    (4)

  • Chris M.

    Place is really cool and has a great atmosphere. they found a good niche and have nailed it. food is very good, not out of this world but solid. burger is good not great, really enjoyed the pulled pork and the oysters were outstanding. it is a great place to go to dinner with friends or hang out grab a beer and watch a game. if you havent been here it s a must try!

    (4)

  • Carly N.

    i resisted this place for awhile because i thought the whole pig/rabbit logo was too weird. however, as soon as i walked in i liked this place. then again, i'm a sucker for low low romantic light. arriving at 5:30 on a friday, i caught the last half hour of their happy hour. $3 beers and $5 glasses of wine, not too bad for an otherwise fairly expensive place. after a drink at the bar, we sat down for dinner. the place was slowly filling up. i liked how small the menu was. not super vegetarian friendly (other than the gnocchi, which was very good! and some interesting salads too), but definitely pescatarian friendly. in fact, come to think of it, 3/4 of my party had fish. the mexican corvina for me, which was perfectly cooked with the crispy skin on top, no bones, some white pureed delicious somethin somethin underneath it. my dad got the fish and chips, which looked classy for fish & chips and not too greasy. buffalo wings are tiny because they are organic but they tasted perfect. the fish cake sandwich (if that's what it was called?) was fresh tasting and delicious but definitely heavy on the mayo. overall, i was impressed with pub & kitchen. definitely on the expensive side, so this won't be entering my weekly rotation of restaurants, but for a special evening i'd be willing to pay the same prices again. i really wasn't disappointed by anything here.

    (4)

  • Dana F.

    The windsor burger is the best burger I've had in Philly, definitely worth the price. Ordered medium rare with blue cheese, it was perfectly cooked and the flavor was excellent. 'Nough said.

    (5)

  • Suraj P.

    Ok... So there is another overprices bar in my neighborhood. So why the 4 stars? 2 reasons: 1. The Oxford Burger. I know, there is no dearth of "best burger in philly". Hell, Yelp exists to give people an outlet for their feelings on the best burger in Philadelphia. But for my vote, I am going with the Pub and Kitchen burger. In includes everything everything I want, namely bacon and cheddar, and nothing that I don't (a gob of blue cheese cooked into the center of a baseball of meat that runs all over my face, plate and lap when I bit into it, ie the "other" best burger in philly). AND the other food is good too... check out the Tilapia Po Boy or the English Onion Soup. 2. Miller Lite on tap. More specifically, a plethora of fancy-pants beers which you can choose from, AND Miller Lite on tap. I get it. People like microbrews and beers that make your tongue hurt and other fancy-pants beers. But what I don't need is a place that judges me because I want a Miller Lite. And this place embraces both ends or the spectrum and the people that inhabit these polar opposites. But if you do want a fancy pants beer, I recommend the Old Speckled Hen. So yeah, I'll take another overpriced bar in my neighborhood. Because I like it. And if you need another reason for 4 stars I'll give it to you: THE PABBIT!

    (4)

  • Massimo A.

    Most over rated and over priced burger in the city. I guess I was expecting a much better burger from all the hype that the churchill has been getting.

    (2)

  • Caitlin A.

    The atmosphere and staff at Pub and Kitchen are all really great. But I was truly disappointed at the lack of any vegetarian options on the menu. I am not a strict vegetarian, so I had the fish and chips which were nothing to write home about. I think it's a true shame a place as cool as Pub and Kitchen is excluding a huge portion of diners with their limited menu. These days, especially in a city like Philly, I think it's inexcusable not to even try to accommodate vegetarian guests. There are a ton of gastropubs that have great meat dishes as well as great vegetarian dishes. It's very impressive when a restaurant shows it can pull off both very well. Unfortunately, Pub and Kitchen can't!

    (2)

  • Carl C.

    Prierogies with smoked trout and creme freche.... place never fails. I think the burger got better. Maybe it's the bun...hmmmm

    (5)

  • Rachel B.

    i put off trying P & K because of the $12 price tag on the burger, even though it's been recommended. yesterday i decided i'd try it out for drinks. the mark up is almost as bad for drinks. however the real turn off was the service. the hostesses and waitresses were all aloof and unengaged. hypothesis 1- management sought to hire snooty staff. hypothesis 2- they are made to dress them in quite constraining clothes and they can hardly breathe enough to talk to customers. who knows?

    (2)

  • Siobhan C.

    Perfect for getting together with friends ... stay warm and cozy inside on a chilly night or feel the breeze outside (possibly emanating from a VERY LOUD bus) during the summer. As a 30-year-old a bit too fancy to truly appreciate Doobie's, the Pub and Kitchen definitely serves as a favorite neighborhood bar. I must say the Blueberry Cosmo is divine, and I'm not one to ever endorse a Cosmo. However, I have to ding the Pub and Kitchen for a) removing the po' boy - a remarkably good sandwich - from the menu and b) clearly downgrading the quality of the meat in their chicken wings. Given how busy this place gets, it seems to me they could take more pride in the food.

    (3)

  • ahmed A.

    Lordy Lord. This place gets the gold for the best Gastropub in the city. The beef stroganoff and buffalo wings = spiritual experience x 2

    (5)

  • Ray D.

    I was very excited to see this place settle in about two blocks from my office. The burger is top notch and the fish and chips has become a Fridays during Lent staple for me. Pretty solid beer selection. They almost always have a special with a local brewery so don't be afraid to ask. There are a few TVs in the bar area where you can catch a game or whatever else is going on. The service is pretty solid and I've always felt taken care of and appreciated. Very solid place I go to a little to often.

    (4)

  • Read T.

    Great food, great atmosphere. MUCH MUCH needed improvement over Chaucer's.

    (4)

  • James L.

    I find it curious that so many people can have such a wide variety of experiences at Pub and Kitchen. We have eaten here a handful of times and have always found things to be fairly consistent. The food is always solid, though I do find that some items are lacking a certain oomph that hold them back from excellence. The wings are awesome, as is the eggplant sandwich, but the burger and pulled pork are missing something. You ever eat something and you enjoy it, but there's some spice or seasoning that you know would take it to the next level and you can't quite put your finger on it? Yeah, it's one of those. The service is good. Not great, but definitely above average. Servers are efficient and all the staff (hostess, bartenders, waitstaff) have always been very friendly, even when they're slammed. All things considered, I always enjoy my dinner here. Now if I could only save some room for dessert...

    (4)

  • Vinicius C.

    My favorite spot to go late at night...every time I go to pub and kitchen I know i will have a good time, leave with my tummy satisfied and a grin on my face...Its twelve and I just ate a cheese plate, a burger, gnocchi and some other stuff...and if I had the time I'd probably try one of everything on the menu...consistently good and improving...plump, sweet mussels...good selection of cheeses, and paired very well might I add....You will see chefs who just left their restaurants in the this place late at night...it's that kinda place...Only thing I wished was they had a larger wine selection...but what they got is pretty damn good

    (5)

  • Sharon M.

    We went here because the screening for the Terminator was all filled up. My crew had heard that this place was good. Well the chef was off and the monkeys in the back took over the preparing of the food. Salt, lots and lots of salt. The food might have been good if there wasn't so much salt on everything. C'mon, salt on the salad! The only good thing was the Belgian Beer and our waiter whose name was Ghost! Great redo of Chaucers but the food was the same but the prices were sky high.

    (2)

  • Billy B.

    The food here is always good, overpriced but good. Liquor selection is a plus. Service always knowledgeable but often hard to get a hold of. Everytime I'm there the waitstaff is always busy cleaning or organizing. I understand the need to keep a restaurant clean, but I don't want to see people cleaning while I'm trying to enjoy my dinner. I'd rather see a wait staff smiling and on the ready, not miserably scrubbing away. truffle fries are delish!uuu

    (3)

  • Jed S.

    Great burger

    (4)

  • Riley H.

    I really like the vibe here. For those of you who know the university city area, it reminds me of local 44 but bigger. The food overall is good. I recommend the fish and chips, the hanger steak, and the wedge salad. They always have good specials, both food and drinks- I just tried their potato leek soup and it was delicious! Also they have a great scotch well drink right now I forget everything in it but they are only 1 of a handful of places that make this particular drink...it has some orange and another liqour in it for those interested... It is a good place for comfort food, no reservations so you don't have to plan ahead and I haven't had to wait for a table yet.

    (4)

  • Gina K.

    I was expecting a lot from Pub & Kitchen--too much, as it turned out. Their Anniversary Ale was probably the tastiest part of the meal. My salmon was prepared, y'know, fine, but didn't exactly blow me away with flavor. My boyfriend's fish and chips were good but a tad soggy by the time they came out (I dug the mushy peas, though). My friend said her burger was kinda cold. Service lagged at times. But the vibe is SO cool--very date-friendly (not that we were on a date). And the dessert list looked delish, so I'll have to come back for that. All in all, not fabulous, but not a bad place for dinner either, and prices were decent. At least we didn't have to wait on a Friday night--the place was hopping, but the three of us got a table immediately.

    (3)

  • J P.

    We came in for drinks and we snacked on something, I dont really remember what it was. We were drinking whiskey. Anyway this place is pretty nice. Maybe too nice to go for "just drinks". A friend of mine was flirting with some guy and they were "playfully" throwing napkins at each other and then the off-duty bar tender flipped out hardcore. He threatened to "shit on her pillow". We all laughed but he seemed pretty serious. We just laughed and told him to fuck off. We left and went to Grace Tavern, which is a way different bar, but its okay to flirt there. No one is going to shit on your pillow.

    (2)

  • Coco D.

    pabbitpabbitpabbit pabbitpabbitpabbit Oh! Write! Food! About! Yeah, clearly I should be writing music for a band. In other hot topics...this place is alright. Just alright. Their food, wine pours, souls, etc are all on the small side. Not blaming the staff, as they are mostly really attractive. And you can't blame attractive people for stuff. Natch. Food seems...tasty? And they have outdoor seating...for eating. I dunno. For Philadelphia, this place is pretty alright.

    (3)

  • Sally f.

    my fav local go-to. amazing brunch. amazing bloody marys. amazing cheese platters. love it here, so cozy and comfortable. great service always.

    (5)

  • Katie L.

    Came here for brunch with some friends and was underwhelmed. I got the egg white omelet and my friends got the cheddar and apple omelets. They were both pretty bland. The jam with the toast was the highlight of the meal. If you are getting a bloody go for the wrangler. The service was pretty slow and not super friendly. I usually love this place, but won't be coming back for brunch.

    (2)

  • Philly D.

    Big fan of Pub & Kitchen (aka "BunnyPig" thx Kristin C, I thought I was the only one who called it that)! What can you say...great beer, great food, great bartenders and great service...also the crowd that hangs there is cool, not the typical Center City nutbags! Most important...did I mention the excellent beer selection....How can you not love this place!

    (4)

  • Natalie M.

    So after a wonderful (as always) dinner at Mama Palma's on Saturday night, my friend and I decided to stop by Pub and Kitchen for a few drinks before heading dancing. I had high hopes for this place, and I have to say I was fairly disappointed. On the plus side, I loved the decor (a huge improvement over Chaucers), and I was impressed with the number of bartenders behind the bar. It was also packed, so apparently my lackluster opinion is not shared by everyone. On to the negatives. So first of all, there is this fabulous board with $3 bar snacks behind the bar. This made me pretty excited until I looked at the options. Three dollars for... pork scratchings, boiled eggs, or a few other inedibles. Now I appreciate the attempt at affordable snacks... but not enough to eat a boiled egg out at a bar. Since we had just come from dinner, I wasn't hungry, but even had I been, I would have saved my three dollars for another drink, except that three dollars doesn't even close to buy you drink here. In fact, it doesn't even buy you half a drink. I was super surprised to get our bill at the end of the night, only to find that we were being asked to pay $7 for a well vodka club. Seriously? And in all honestly, I'm not even really sure there was much vodka in our drinks. I'll also take a brief minute to complain about the clientele. I remember at one point looking around the room and noticing that all of the men (who were plentiful) were wearing pretty much the same outfit. Untucked striped business shirt over jeans, buzzed hair cut, you get the picture. Boring. It was about that point that we left, although it probably should have been sooner...

    (3)

  • Megan B.

    Third times a ... well, I wanted it to be a charm, but it was another dud. I really wanted to like Pub and Kitchen since I live two blocks away and thought that something a little more trendy would be a nice addition to the Graduate Hospital neighborhood. I've been there three times now, and had dinner and drinks each time. The food has ranged from barely edible to decent, but certainly nothing impressive. I could put up with okay food if the atmosphere was welcoming and I still saw the value, but with the nose-in-the-air attitude and prices equivalent to some of the nicer Rittenhouse restaurants, I don't see any reason to return to Pub and Kitchen.

    (2)

  • Matt L.

    best burger on the east coast, hands down the only downside is the wait to get a table I cannot speak highly enough of this place

    (5)

  • Serge B.

    Good beers and decent food. Good spot for catching a drink with friends although it might get pricey compared to other options in the area. Can get crowded after work so watch out for the yuppies.

    (4)

  • Meg M.

    I wish I could give Pub & Kitchen 3.5 stars. I had the trout over lentils and carrots, and my meal was absolutely delicious. My fiance got the chicken with an Irish biscuit and green beans, and he loved his, too. The problem wasn't the quality of the food -- it was the too-loud music and the yupster atmosphere. They were playing some of the cheesiest "contemporary hits of today" the whole time we were there, and it was so loud that we could barely hear each other. We'll definitely go back, but maybe right at 5pm or for brunch, before they feel the need to amp up the Nickelback.

    (3)

  • E. J.

    Ive been here three times and have never been disappointed. As other reviewers have already stated, the burger here is certainly worth the visit. In fact, it seemed that the majority of patrons in the surrounding tables were only ordering the burger as evident by the light golden brioche bun protruding from the heap of thin fries. They dont accept reservations, yet every time I go, they manage to seat us within 10 minutes. The bar looks very lively since I always have to plow through the crowd in order to get to the tables which are in the back. The place exudes a yuppie feeling.

    (4)

  • Rob B.

    The more and more I go to gastropubs, the less and less impressed I am by them. I don't know if the schtick is just getting old, or if people are doing a worse job, or what, but c'mon people, ENTERTAIN ME!!! Pub and Kitchen strikes me as a fairly run of the mill entry into the gastropub arena. Very nice interior rehab job? Check. Pretty awesome selection of beers? Check. Couple fancy, gourmet-ish items on the menu? Check. Yawn. The thing missing was something to separate this place from the crowd. Why would I go here instead of any other place just like this? Jonny Brendas has whiskey donuts. The Tap Room has tacos of the day. The Royal has one of the better burgers around, not to mention innovative uses of pork that surprise me every time (mmmm, pulled-pork nachos with beer cheese sauce ... I digress.) This place had ... 18 dollar fish and chips. 18 bucks??? Seriously? For fish and chips? Maybe you should've saved some money on the fancy interior so you could serve some food for a reasonable price. Listen up Pub and Kitchen (and you too, Devils Den!): If I wanna spend 40 dollars on dinner, I'm not going to a gastropub, not when there are better dinners to be had for $40 (pick your BYOB) or much cheaper gastropubs with the same food! I don't get the 20 dollar entree movement in these places, it really makes no sense. One other irk: our waiter was nice, but he had to have come to our table like 45 times during the course of the meal. Body language my friend, it will tell you all you need to know, like when we are done with our menus (see: putting down menu), when I need another drink (see: drink close to or completely empty). This ain't rocket science homey. (UPDATE: As I read through all the other reviews, bad service is a recurring theme.) if you live near Pub and Kitchen, or are in the area, hit it up, it'll be a fine dinner. But I don't think it's worth traveling very far at all to go to this place.

    (3)

  • Jason O.

    Two very good experiences. Excellent burger and very good pulled pork. Wife loved her egg white and goat cheese omlette. Solid beer list and a good spicy bloody Mary. Also had great service and an ecclectic play list.

    (4)

  • Mark P.

    I am surprised at some of the low ratings. I have been here a few times and have always had a good time. Last night 3 of us went and ate at the bar and had a blast with the bartenders Jen and Nashia. The Monsieur, their version of grilled cheese with ham is amazing as is the Windsor burger. I have yet to try anything else because I can;t bring myself to go there and not order one of those 2. The beer selection is decent speckled hen, yards, victory and other on draft. It does get insanely packed on the weekends especially around happy hour/dinner. I tend to stick to going there weeknights after the dinner rush.

    (4)

  • Josh S.

    churchill burger is amazing. amazing server, so fun and real.... made my thurs awesome. delish food.

    (5)

  • Meghan H.

    One of my favorite new restaurants in town. I love the atmosphere here, and there always seems to be a lively crowd at the bar. The food is impressive - when I came to a restaurant with the word "Pub" in its name, I was not expecting anything special, but was very pleasantly surprised. I had some great raw oysters here, and the burger is fantastic. My favorite thing on the menu though is the french fries with truffle dipping sauce. Delicious.

    (4)

  • Jennifer H.

    This place screams classic UK style bar: the dark wood, the cozy seating, the eclectic house mix of music, the dim lighting perfect for procuring dates... The wine list is well rounded, (I especially like the Spanish Rioja) and the beer selection, although a bit pricey, is well chosen and provides a great match to the pub styled food. They also make really great drink specials, such as the blueberry cosmo I had a couple of visits ago. The food is really yummy, my favorites being the oh so popular in 2009 beet and cheese salad and the smushy peas that come with the fish and chips. Oh, and how could I forget, the fries are a must! The reason I give them only three stars is the staff. The bartenders are just OK, they never are super friendly or quick to please. The wait staff always seems a little aloof and it usually takes a couple tries to get everything that you want. The worst, though, are the greeters or hostesses that alternatively and without explanation either pounce on you or ignore you upon entering. Also kind of annoying, but self correcting with the recent change in the weather is the complete lack of space for coats, purses, and umbrellas. They have a large space upstairs that is rarely used but they never offer or accept requests to hang coats, etc. up there (even though there is a coat rack). All in all, a good place to stop by for a drink, see friends and meet new people, as the crowd is pretty friendly.

    (3)

  • Zina R.

    I'm not sure why Pub and Kitchen is getting such lackluster reviews. I went there about a week ago on the worst date of my life. Through the awkward conversation, forced laughter and cringes the juicy, tender, delicious windsor burger and crispy fries were the only thing that kept my sanity afloat.

    (4)

  • josh g.

    great place. service was well above average. ambiance was low key and welcoming. cocktails were solid. but the food was was the most impressive facet of the experience. everyone at the table had a superb meal. if you eat meat, do yourself a HUGE favor and get the churchill burger. it's indescribably good. literally. i can't even put it into words.

    (5)

  • Bixley T.

    I had been so excited to try Pub and Kitchen, last night was my first time and I have to say I was underwhelmed. The service at the bar was very good, particularly the girl with the long dark hair, she was really sweet. Anyway- food: So we had the gnocchi, which were prepared in a peculiar way. They weren't shaped the way I'm used to seeing them but that's no big deal. However, they seemed as if they may have been pan-fried, which is completely bizarre, and may have been o.k. but they were burnt, and they tasted burnt. However, the ricotta, balsamic reduction, and spinach all went well together. We also had the cauliflower soup, that was great. I had the fish and chips- which were a little soggy, and the fish was not particularly flaky. The mushy peas were different, and a nice touch, the "chips" were under seasoned considering they don't give you salt and pepper. The truffle aioli with the fries was great, very strong truffle flavor, a little goes a long way, but the malt vinegar aioli tasted weird (although I've never been a fan of any malt vinegar mayo I've had so...). My companion had the pulled pork sandwich which was good, the roll was perfect. I was also underwhelmed by the beer list, and the prices for certain things were a little steep. $9 for a 12oz bottle of Unibroue Ephemere is obscene. Their choices of local beers were pretty boring too. Considering Philly is one of the best beer towns in the world I would think they could do a little better. I know the rep from Sly Fox is really sweet, but that doesn't change the fact that the dunkel lager tastes like water (plus why is it served in a tulip glass, weird). How about instead of Guinness you carry the Sly Fox O'Reilly stout. Then everyone is happy. So anyway, yeah underwhelming, but good service and very nice ambiance. I'd give it another try.

    (3)

  • Kimberly S.

    My dinner experience here was very mediocre. Our server had a great personality but could have been more attentive. Nothing impressed me except the burger, which was my favorite thing we had. It was juicy and full of flavor and for $18, it had better be. My friends loved the branzino, I thought it didn't taste very fresh though. Years of working in the industry, along with some Anthony Bourdainisms, have taught me that you don't order fish on a Sunday because it's usually the fish they couldn't sell on Fri. and Sat. Although that may not necessarily be the case at Pub and Kitchen, I have to admit that thought was lingering in the back of my mind as our server was aggressively trying to sell us on the branzino. I ordered the hanger steak, which was a bit disappointing. That cut of meat should be full of flavor, but I felt the flavor was lacking. For dessert, we chose the Dutch Apple Cake, which was nothing special at all. It wasn't particularly delicious, though not particularly bad either. I've always heard great things about Pub and Kitchen, but they need to kick it up a notch to win me over.

    (3)

  • Onna H.

    This is my go-to neighborhood bar. The ambiance is awesome (I love all the cool retro lighting they have) the staff is friendly, and the food is solid. We typically like to go on the later side of the evening, around 10 or 11. At that hour, I don't see how you could have any issues with servers or food. What I really like about his place is that the menu is really seasonal. They always have something new and interesting to try. I particularly remember a really great Arugula and Watermelon salad I had over the summer. Go and enjoy!

    (5)

  • Derek M.

    If there is aNYTHING people in philly need to be proud of, it is Pub and Kitchen. YES, thank you Jonathan Mcdonald or Adams, THANK YOU for showing me the little hope or little ray of light in the so called food scene of philadelphia. and THANK YOU for someone out there besides the over priced, over rated stephen starr and jose garces restaurants that leave me endlessly and painfullyl confused with sleepless nights pondering how the eff did philadelphians get tricked into this so called "good" food. Jonathan Adams is one of the few chefs (especially in philly) who is cooking food that is NOT what the customers want, it is what HE wants. Yes, I applaud you for that greatly and yes, there is finally somewhere somewhat decent to eat in philly. First, when you visit the website, the menu is not there? should you be mad? no, why? because it is a sign that chef Adams is cooking what is best for you with what are the best ingredients available. For example, the famous Churchill burger. Made with a custom made blend meat from the finest La Frieda Meats and cooked in bone marrow butter. BONE MARROW? Yes! And if you find that weird or gross, please give it a try or just dont go to Pub and Kitchen so I wont have to see your face if I am ever there. And if your date thinks that is weird or gross, she/he is not worth your time. Now, I have tried the Village Whiskey burger and I will say this without any hesitation. Churchill burger is hands down way better than the village whiskey burger. Why, the meat, plain and simple. Have you tried the Father Office burger from LA? For you west coasters, it is very similar, the grilled onion marmalade that comes with it, perfect. If only P & K can make better fries, this meal would be perfect. I had a duck dish that was great. Duck that was picked from Crescent farms in Long Island, another good sign of a great chef. The beers were good and surprisingly the salads are always fresh and delicious. again why? ingredients ingredients ingredients. I cannot stress how important that is. I will give P & K 5 stars because I want the people of Philadelphia to please come to Pub and Kitchen and support chef Adams. If you had a bad experience here, try it again. Ask for what is good. Ask for JENNIFER, this cute lady manager, and tell her it is your first time and she explain to you what is good with her excellent knowledge of menu (which is very rare in most restaurants). Ask for recommendations because the menu is never the same, it changes all the time. Dont just come to P & K once, come often because I can only see more good things coming out of this kitchen. Always come to try new things, because this will be very few times you see chefs cooking simply good food with good ingredients, which makes this a great gastropub.

    (5)

  • laura h.

    Pub and Kitchen is a great little place to grab a drink with friends or to share a nice meal. My friends and I love to come here for happy hour or on a Friday or Saturday night to relax. My out of town friends love the Pabbitt, aka "pig bunny". The staff is sometimes a little icy, but helpful and friendly with questions when you work up the courage to ask. I've tried most of the appetizers on the pub list and they are all really good. The cheese plate and pork frites were two favs. I'm looking forward to trying some more of John McDonald's dishes.

    (4)

  • Patricia H.

    I love the gastropub concept, but the food was disappointing.

    (2)

  • Jennifer S.

    My first time to Pub and Kitchen was on a date with a fellow foodie and neither of us were disappointed. We were promptly seated on a Friday night. I loved the interior, dark wood, christmas lights and a very romantic feel to the place, great music playing overhead, and warm lighting. We enjoyed multiple glasses of wine and started with the frisee salad (fresh and light) and a plate of oysters. The oysters were tasty but not the best I've ever had, I guess a little big for my preference. For entrees we shared the special, truffled scallops with risotto which was excellent, and the bucatini with clams. Both entrees were hot and delicious, but the bucatini really stood out, fresh pasta and seafood, cant go wrong. We tried the brussel sprouts as a side- meh... I don't love brussel sprouts unless they are crispy and caramelized (like at audrey claire). We finished with more wine and a cheese plate. The cheese plate was good, but I don't think they paired the cheeses with the spreads as well as a place like tria. Overall it was an excellent choice for a great meal, a romantic ambiance for a nice date and I can't wait to go back for more.

    (4)

  • C T.

    I really enjoy the ambiance of this bar. The burger was delicious and cooked the way I ordered it. The mustard green beans side is delicious as well. The desserts are sub-par but the service is great. I am a return customer and expect to continue coming back.

    (4)

  • J D.

    Whatever, have experienced worse, have experienced better. The bartender girl was rude - so thumbs down right off the bat.

    (2)

  • Archimedes S.

    I have been to P&K once and likely wont be back. The fries are price gouged on account of the truffled mayo; it is over-priced in general. The food, however, is tasty. The beer selection is rather paltry when this place clearly bills itself as a gastropub. The social scene of this place embodies all of the worst stereotypes of gentrification. It seems that it is patroned by people from Manayunk who are bored with their brewery, or by people from Manayunk who have screwed up the courage to move south of south. There is no comingling; there is no neighborhood pub feel. Many there are interlopers, and are likely the ones I see driving through the city with their crossover vehicles tossing Starbucks cups out of their speeding windows because, hell, the city is dirty anyway and they live in the Burbs or Manayunk.

    (2)

  • andy k.

    Love P&K. LOVE it! Go there tonight!

    (5)

  • Donnie V.

    Good. Nice beer selection. The food was ok.

    (3)

  • Thomas B.

    I went here for brunch on a Sunday expecting large crowds as the weather is spring-y for the first time in months. When I arrived around 1pm, P&K was solid, but not busy (empty booths and not much of a waiting line, just 2 small parties ahead of me about to be seated). Note: I have been here multiple times previously at night for drinks and light fare and found it a decent time, beers are a bit overpriced but aren't they all these days. Music: Was stale, few year old alternative soft rock of the worst variety... the Killers, Keane, Deathcab... just... old. But appropriate me thinks for the clientele (that comes next). If it was a staff member's iPod then they need their music privileges revoked. Not only was it inappropriate music for a Sunday brunch, but inappropriate for a bar with such a great decor. Patrons: Belong in Manayunk, not center city. Guys covered in nothing but popped collar polos and sandals with shorts... are we serious? And of course the experience isn't complete without a compliment of drunk post-sorority women (mid to late 20s) being self important and yelling at each other about Macy's and god knows what else. Staff: Young, bright and very friendly, but apparently inept at their jobs. The hostess forgot to seat me, the bartender forgot to get my beer, and between those two and a waitress, they had quite a bit of trouble helping someone else purchase a simple gift card, bouncing him back and fourth between each other until they finally were able to tag-team him out the door. The hostess told me there was a party ahead of me and I would have to wait one moment for a table. No problem, I let her know I would sit at the end of the bar (closest to the door) to wait. She managed to forget I was there until I was able to make eye contact as she peeked in the door at one point. She was apologetic and I appreciated it, instead of her trying to play it off, gold star right there. Also, while at the bar, the bartender managed to take my beer order, but then forgot to actually get it for me until she walked by two or three more times with a 'oh'. My server was pleasant, but took long in every action he performed (giving a menu, taking my order, clearing my table, getting my check). Which would make sense if it was busy... alas, I was one of only a few diners seated in his area - there were at least 4 open tables in my eye sight. Food: I ordered the "breakfast americana" ($10), or whatever trite name they came up with for two eggs with bacon, toast and potatoes. The portion was underwhelming for brunch fare to begin with and to add insult to injury, they managed to break one of my over easy egg yolks and instead of replacing it, decided to serve it after overcooking the yolk so it was gummy. I assume this was done so it wouldn't be noticeable to the expediter. So, on to the eating bit: out of the two eggs, one was edible and at that task it managed to be under seasoned and bland even though there were flecks of herbs atop. Good start. The potatoes were covered in a reddish grease(paprika? it didn't taste like anything so would make sense) and were severely undercooked to the point of crunchy, not even a bit of crispy skin on the outside of a single one. However, the perhaps 10 pieces of bacon that accompanied the 1/2 cup of potatoes, two medium eggs and two 1/8 inch slices of white bread toast (with a big dollop of butter laid on them) were slightly overkill (rolls eyes), but obviously they know their strengths as it was cooked well, and had a decent taste (not overly salty). I did mention the cracker thin pieces of toast right? ok, whew. I can't stress how poorly executed this food was, and this at 1pm after a few hours of brunch service already? If you can not make a simple over-easy egg correctly I doubt you can do much else right either. Summary: "Yo bro, wanna grab some brewskis and grub?" Unless this statement would cause you to high five your 'brother' in glee then, no. Look elsewhere for a much better meal on a gorgeously weathered day... the city has so much to offer in respect to brunch fare and a better class of patrons, for you to settle for Pub and Kitchen is a travesty worse than being served $10 gummy yolks. Stick to beer and burgers after dark. Note: I signed up for Yelp just to post this review, I hope it was as good for you as it was for me.

    (1)

  • Sam G.

    Last night's experience takes P&K down a notch in my book. The charcuterie plate was large but disappointing in quality, and the special mussels (cooked in beer instead of wine) were a flop with the folks at my table. Hopefully this was a one-time misstep. I'll try the place again in a few weeks and hope for a meal more in line with my past experiences.

    (3)

  • Olga G.

    Had dinner here on a gorgeous night -- we had to take advantage of the weather and sit outside. We were told it would be a 45 minute wait for a table, so we had a few drinks at the bar. $7 cocktails? This New Yorker needs to travel -- who am I kidding? -- anywhere to get her affordable liquor fix! I ordered the mint julep but really didn't like it... the bartender swapped it out for the strawberry sangria for FREE! Spreading the love in Philly :) The sangria was MUCH tastier... I had been craving mussels all day and so was thrilled to see them on the dinner menu. Big mistake - these mussels were in a hefeweizen broth. The flavor was awful. The color of the broth was murky and make me frightened to dip my bread. And once I mustered up the courage, it didn't even taste good! Soooo very disappointing meal. My friends were perfectly satisfied with their own selections, so I'm just going to chalk it up to poor selection on my part. But if the word "pub" is in the name of your restaurant, shouldn't you do a good job with mussels? Three stars for the cheap and tasty alcohol :)

    (3)

  • Julia S.

    i go here pretty much every friday night for a late night dinner. this place has everything: good food, great service, good music, warm decor. i have the same waitress every time who is everything i want in a server: attentive and friendly, even funny - but not overly in your face. i always get the mussels. they change them up every now and then, but they never disappoint and come with the most delicious bread. they also have great cheeses, gnocchi, salads, and fries. also--the sauvignon blanc bottle is sooo refreshing and yummy. anyways, if you're looking for a chill dinner on the later side...go here.

    (5)

  • jack m.

    We went for fathers day, 9 of us. The food & drink were very good, no problem there. What botherd me was the fact that the server was to devide our 3 credit cards evenly in the end of $170 each. For some unknown reason, ours was charged $170, then $70, then $512. When we confronted them, it was explained that it was our problem and that;s what we get for using a debit card, which by the way caused our account to over draft. I know that mistakes happen, but this was a disaster and not much care given by the owner what so ever.

    (3)

  • Larissa B.

    I have been here a few times for drinks- the beer selection is good. I recently ate here and thought that the food was pretty good. Not very veg friendly however. Nice crowd, friendly staff, and outdoor seating will definitely bring me back.

    (4)

  • Charlie K.

    Had to update my review after a quick lunch here last week. Our server, Sean rocked! Seriously rocked! I am a stickler about service, I have left places after a few minutes if I feel that the service is terrible. Pub and Kitchen has never really impressed me in terms of their service, pretty average to be honest, but this time I was impressed! Sean was attentive and pleasant and cute as a button! Food as usual was pretty good, not wow! But OK. Attention management have this boy train all the others!

    (4)

  • Christine B.

    I live about 3 blocks from P&K, and have been wanting to go there for the burger in order to compare it with the other burgers in the city. I finally made it on a pleasant evening that permitted outdoor seating for awhile until it started drizzling. I decided to just go for the Churchill burger, and it did not disappoint. Really my 5 stars are just for this burger. I added cheddar to it, although next time I wouldn't, it really doesn't need anything extra. The meat was so tender, juicy, and flavorful. The flavor was very different than any other burger I've had, but oh soooo good. It was perfectly medium, and the onions were caramelized beautifully. They were so sweet that they really didn't taste like onions, in a good way. At the moment this burger tops my list, but I need to get back to Village Whiskey asap to give that one another try. I would also be interested to try P&K's regular burger. Side note, had the strawberry sangria. It was disappointing, just tasted like white wine that they threw a strawberry slice into.

    (5)

  • Lils N.

    Pros: the food is decent, portions aren't too crazy big or small, and it has pretty good service. The drinks are also made pretty well. I ordered a salad and shared some fries and I was pretty full! Cons: it's SO DARK in there! I couldn't see if my friends were inside so I had to wait outside just to be seen.... Another con is the wait time. I came on a Thursday, around 7pm and I waited over 1 hour. We had almost everyone there except for 1 person who was stuck in traffic, so we had to stand around outside since it was too loud inside to carry a conversation...

    (4)

  • Vinny P.

    I'm basing this review after visitig (or attempting to visit) P&K several times now. I will begin by saying that I find the layout to be pretty good with the exception of the back room. Something about dining there just makes you feel less connected to the normal energy and flow of the place. The beer selection is small but tastefully chosen. They always seem to have Old Speckled Hen on tap. I've never had a problem ordering drinks even on packed bar nights. If you're eating at P&K then you definitely want to have the burger. It's pretty ridiculously awesome. I've had it three times now and it never disappoints me or any of the people I've dragged their with me. I've had the mussels as well and they were nomtastic. I have a feeling that all of their food is spot on and there's not a bad thing on the menu. I knock them down a couple stars because times I have gone there it has either been so packed that it wasn't worth the wait or because one hot summer evening I tried to go there and either they weren't running the AC or they didn't have any. Needless to say, I had to leave. It was just too hot in there to enjoy any food. They don't take reservations which just bothers me. For me, if I know where I'm going in advance, I want to call and have a table reserved for me. From the restaurant's standpoint I'm sure they don't want to book up there tables for a bunch of no shows. I guess it's just crappy because I feel that their level of food is of the quality where I should be able to reserve a table. I will make return trips. It's always a nice place to stop in. Maybe I just need to go some more. I really want to give it more stars, I just can't right now.

    (3)

  • Jon D.

    Short and sweet: I'm glad I can cross P&K off the list, but I wouldn't go back. I came here with a buddy and only had four things: 1) Mussels 2-4) Makers Mark and Coke The mussels were average at best. There was no slurping of the juicy, delicious broth at the bottom, and my bread/crouton was scorched! +1 for being cleaned correctly and for being salty...-1 for being underwhelming and severely lacking in flavor. If it wasn't for getting drunk from the drinks, and for my friend liking his burger...which is probably a muchhh better bet at a place like this, I would have given 2 stars. It did have a cool, hip atmosphere though.

    (3)

  • Mike B.

    It came recommended on the strength of one dish a friend had and loved here, but I'm sorry to say this place didn't live up to its hype. It's a typically precious local organic artisanal blah blah blah, and doesn't have a sign outside the building. The portions were noticeably smaller Thani was expecting, given their noticeably large price tags. And aside from a tasty cheese plate, the food seemed both bland and incongruous with the other things on the plate. Maybe if I went again and tried some other dishes I might have a better experience, but for these prices I'm not about to give it a second chance anytime soon when there are so many other better meals and better values out there.

    (3)

  • Gwen T.

    I've been here so many times in the past year, I definitely thought I had already written a review! This is one of my favorite places not just within the Graduate Hospital neighborhood, but in the whole city. I've had dinner here with friends, with family, for business, for just a quick bite, for more formal occasions and I've popped in for just a couple cocktails a number of times... I've never had a bad experience -- with drinks, with food or with service. I actually like that they don't take reservations because then I have just as much a chance of getting dinner here last minute on a Friday or Saturday night as anyone else would. The servers & bartenders are well versed on the menu; they're usually able to answer any questions on the spot without having to step away and "find out." It gets noisy - upstairs is much quieter, although still not totally peaceful.

    (4)

  • Alie A.

    This place has a very unique feel. We nearly missed it on our walk to dinner; there's no real label on the corner restaurant. They have an eccentric mix of IPA's and Pale Ales. The menu is very interesting as well; their buffalo wings and the cavetelli appetizer were both amazing..the cavetelli was served al dente with amazing flavor. I had the skate for my dinner, which was probably the most delicious fish I've had in as long as I can remember. They are known for their burgers, which were very good as well. They are often compared to Village Whiskey's burger, and sadly I don't think they are quite on par, but still very good. This place is on the pricier side, but the ambiance on a Saturday night is a mixed crowd; noisy and full of energy. Nicely done!

    (4)

  • Chad M.

    Our party of 2 (is that a party?) got there at about 7pm, and there was no wait, so it was a good way to start out the evening. I've heard a decent amount about the Churchill burger, so the anticipation was building...aaaaaaand I was let down haha. Folks, it's not worth $18. After a few trips to Sketch on Girard Avenue, I'm convinced I could something similar for about half the price. The bun was nice - not greasy at all. And the flavor of the beef was good, I just didn't think the offering was worthy of the price tag. The fries that come with the burger are also belgian-style, so if you're into those type of fries, they're on par with other places such as Monks, etc. I was actually a little disappointed with what they had on tap as well. Anyway, the atmosphere is very nice. Everyone is getting on the rustic bandwagon, but personally, I love it haha. Choice of music for the bar was also a plus. So I think I'll be back again, but will avoid the burger and try some of their other options. I agree with Holly T....I wish I could love it, but I left feeling a little...well, meh.

    (3)

  • Louis D.

    I hate to say this but RIP Pub & Kitchen Burger. Came back yesterday to check out the new menu (and new chef) and was unfortunately pretty disappointed. First off, this is not anywhere near the best burger in the city anymore. The whole two small patties thing makes absolutely no sense, especially if they really are blending the meat itself. It just leads to overcooked meat, which doesn't taste good. It needs to be one large patty so that it can be ordered as something other than well-done. Also, the cheese is tasteless. The previous burger had such a great chedder/bleu/something else mix and had so much flavor, and not it's a utterly tasteless thin slice of american cheese. Add in a tiny piece of lettuce and no tomato (even though the menu said tomato) and an overly hard piece of bread, and you have a boring burger. The pickles and mayo were necessary additions, but it's saying something when the mayo is the best part. The burger needs something like bitter greens to balance the sweetness of the pickles and something salty to complement the seasoning of the burger. Bacon, it needs bacon. The fries were also disappointing. Our resident potato expert in the group identified that the potatoes were not soaked in water before being fried, leading to all of the starch remaining in the fries and resulting in rock hard fries. Hard to eat. It wasn't all bad though. The suckling pig bouchons were great, especially with the capery, lemony sauce served with them. There's also a decent beer list (not as interesting as it used to be but still fine) and some interesting cocktails. All in all, it's still not a bad neighborhood spot, but it's not a bright and shining light like it used to be. I used to love the place and the food, but with so many other gastropubs in the area, I'm not sure how long it will take to make it back.

    (3)

  • Zachary D.

    Fine as a pub, bad as a kitchen. Simply put, the food was not good. My fish was overcooked, bland, and soggy. The green sauce was excessively oily. The dessert pudding tasted fine, but could easily have come from the frozen aisle at Trader Joe's. The green beans looked like green beans, but tasted like nothing. On the plus side, the wine was very good.

    (2)

  • Jackie B.

    Unlike most city-dwellers, I don't really have a regular neighborhood spot I frequent. But if any place came close to that for me, it'd be P&K. Not only is P&K just a few blocks from my door, but I find myself craving their burgers on a regular basis. The atmosphere of P&K is laid back. So laid back, in fact, that they don't take reservations. That's really my only gripe with the place. It's a great spot for any meal, brunch included. And in the summer, it's perfect for al fresco dining. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu here. But you might have a hard time finding something to eat if you're a vegetarian. P&K is all about burgers, seafood, and red meat. The current signature burger, the Churchill, is one of my favorites in Philadelphia. Melt in your mouth meaty goodness. The beer menu isn't pages long, but has some unique choices that compliment the food. But don't overlook the specialty drinks! They can make a cocktail to rival any on the menu at Franklin Mortgage. It can tend to be pretty loud on a friday or saturday night, so if you're planning on talking to your date, try and go a little earlier.

    (4)

  • Mike R.

    I love this place! It was recommended by a friend who knows Philadelphia well so I opted to check it out with my girlfriend on a Friday in the summer- I'm pleased to report that it lived up to the hype! The atmosphere is great. The restaurant is very subtle and blends in from the street (we nearly walked by the place!) The is definitely a hipster feel but it's not overwhelming. As many people have mentioned it a bit dark but once your eyes adjust it's relaxing- even at 5PM in the summer when we were there. We had one of the best servers I've had in a long time. It was Philly Beer weeks so our waitress recommended some interesting craft (they have a bunch on tap) but was not overbearing in her suggestions. She gave us plenty of time to look over the menu and managed to check up on us throughout the evening without making us feel uncomfortable. Plus there was plenty of time to eat our appetizer and we were not run out when the restaurant began to fill later in the evening- something that's extremely important to me! For dinner I had a pulled pork sandwich and my GF had the franklin burger. They serve premium american sandwiches so go assured that you're going to get a good meal but dress knowing that you may end up eating with your hands. My sandwich came with three fired pickles- they resembled a fried oreo in size and shape and were surprisingly good! We'll certainly be back- this is a great spot in Philly.

    (5)

  • Sara S.

    M FAVORITE SPOT. Erin the waitress gives us good recommendations and the bartender always hooks it up when I say that I want something sweet to drink. I've brunch, lunch, dinner, drinks, and digestifes here and they are ALL CHART TOPPING. Best Brussels Sprouts on this side of the Mason Dixon. Also, very trendy employees - ALWAYS A PLUS!

    (5)

  • Sean H.

    The ambiance is the best thing about Pub and Kitchen. It has a very homey, old-world pub feel to it that is quite nice and relaxing. The drinks are solid and inspired, if not the most expertly crafted out there. I had a barrel-aged Manhattan made with rye instead of bourbon. It was good, though I prefer the complexity and richness of bourbon. I really enjoyed my friend's Black Cat, which had some kind of chili-infused tequila and Mexican coke. It was a bit sweet, but super tasty. I didn't try the food, having just waddled over from a big dinner at El Rey, but my friends who did eat had only good things to say about it, even in spite of the prices. I'd definitely come back here for a night of relatively low-key revelry with the pals.

    (4)

  • Eileen M.

    This is a great place to have right around the corner! Awesome cocktail list (seasonal, yummy, interesting) and great selection of beer. With so many beer-centric places in Philly, it's nice to have the option of good wine or cocktails. Happy medium for me and my boyfriend, since he's a strictly beer guy. We've had drinks a handful of times here and enjoy the chill atmosphere and friendly staff. We've eaten here once and were happy we did. The grilled vegetable appetizer special was out of this world. Very simple - just very fresh grilled vegetables with grilled bread - but the vinaigrette served on the side was so delicious, I asked for the recipe. The corn risotto was awesome. Our waitress was very friendly, attentive, and incredibly knowledgable with the menus. She had suggestions and answered questions without being pushy in the least. To top it all off, they have great outdoor seating, which is a huge bonus. I will certainly be back!

    (4)

  • Jason Y.

    What's interesting about Yelp is what is great for some folks is a total turn off for another. Pub N'Kitchen (y'all can use that) is a study in this phenomenon. Walking in, some folks get excited by the darkness, the crowd, the energy that having a bunch of people in their early twenties can bring. All of that just brings out the fuddy duddy in me. Pub N'Kitchen is very dark, very loud, and very hip. We we're told that there was a forty minute wait. Since we broke out of South Philly, we decided to stick it out out for a table. After a bit, we were seated upstairs which is much quieter. More kitchen, less pub, I guess. But, we were seated across from a huge group of Penn kids, so you can imagine how that was. They were doing shots along with their dinner. At one point, the waitress accidently hip checked one of our future leaders out of her chair, drunkenly sprawling to the ground. The food is good. One downside is there was no vegetarian option, which is an issue, as my wife is one. I had the wings and the Parliment Burger. Tasty, and at the right price for my wallet. I guess for me, the main point is this. At no point did I ever feel relaxed. The noise and the crowd spooked me, like a frightened bunny. And the dark lighting didn't help. It made me feel like I was in a house haunted by drunk college kids. So the takeaways: The food is great, the prices are ok, but the atmosphere isn't really my idea of ideal.

    (3)

  • Dorin S.

    We went there on a Saturday night. Our food was edible but nothing special. But our service was horrible. Our appetizer came within 15/20 minutes. Dinner came and hour and fifteen minutes later. The whole time the server did not come to check on us. I was starving and my husband had to go find the waiter. It took us a long time to locate her. The manager came and apologized and offered us a round of drink and that we had to wait another 20 minutes. Overall, we went to celebrate a friend's belated birthday and the whole evening was ruined. We always go to Meritage, which is across from Pub and Kitchen, and thought we would give this place a chance. However, it was a bad idea. In that price range there are so many better option, I do not know how they are in business. Chicken wings were okay. Too sweet for my taste. The Escargot was not good at all. Our Bolognese sauce pasta was edible. The Tuna was not bad.

    (2)

  • David C.

    Walked in and got a table for two late Friday night. Service was great; everyone was nice and attentive. Didn't get any alcoholic drinks, but it looked like they had an interesting selection. Scallops were great! Interesting and delicious. The grilled lettuce was solid. The tuna was not quite my thing and I didn't finish it. Ambience is great! I really liked the feel of the place. I would definitely go back for happy hour or a drink; not so much for dinner, unless I was just getting the burger. Cost is very important to me. Yelp says P+K is $$. It's not. We got two appetizers, one entree, one coke, no alcohol, and our check was $56 without tip. If you get an appetizer, an entree, and one drink, you'll spend +31, which is $$$.

    (3)

  • Vince L.

    After a recommendation and 30 min of walking from downtown Philly, we finally found the small rabbit sign of P&K. My coworker and I ordered the Windsor burger, mussels and clams in the beer broth, and the Kusshi oysters. The burger was cooked to perfection at medium and so were the fries. The mussels and clams had a really nice beer/bacon broth and also came with tasty pieces of garlic bread for dipping. As for the oysters, it was our first time trying unique oysters from the British Columbia so we figured they had to be special. The oysters are EXTREMELY small, which is not a bad thing. They were really tasty and I almost want to say they had a small hint of some sort vinegar sauce in them. Service was awesome but the only killer thing was the price. Burger was worth it but unless you're going to expense the bill through the company, i wouldn't suggest the oysters.

    (4)

  • Andrew H.

    $13 for pulled pork which had been burnt and/or microwaved

    (2)

  • Sean P.

    Had dinner here one even and the food was awesome. OK, the beer was awesome which probably enhanced my food experience. My coworker was sober and said it was good so I'll take her word for it. Great neighborhood joint and would definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Aruna A.

    umm...this bar deserves 4 stars alone for the PABBIT! A pig / rabbit. Genius. And it's on the glasses, the napkins, the menu, AND on the coasters. The coasters also have cool quotes from smart people on there. Another plus. But in all seriousness, Pub and Kitchen is a vast improvment over Chaucer's. The food is dependably good. The tomato soup, the bread pudding, the frieds, all fantastic. My friends loved their oysters, and pretty much every time I've been there my friends have loved their burgers. I've ordered the gnocchi once and it was melt in your mouth good. Additionally I love their beer selection. I suggest this bar if you live in the hood. If you don't, I suggest you trek out to it. It's worth the walk / car ride / taxi ride / bus ride / any transport you need to get yourself here. Get yourself here. I only give it 4 and not 5 stars b/c the service can at times be wonky.

    (4)

  • Marissa C.

    Quick follow up to my previous review. The Churchill burger is ridiculous, the brussels sprouts are out of this world, and the bone marrow appetizer makes me want to cut off my own leg. That is all. Enjoy!

    (5)

  • Alex G.

    Prototypical gastropub...awesome decor, warm and cozy environment, chill background music, unique beer selection, jeans and sneakers crowd with no pretentious hoodrats in the vicinity. Had the allagash white and allagash cerieux. Both were great. Our waiter brought us a sample of both to try before ordering. The tile fish was so-so, a bit too fishy for my liking. The Jewish apple cake with rum raisin ice cream was delicious. Great environment to hang out and grab a few beers.

    (4)

  • Jill T.

    Someone please explain to me what the all the hype is about this place? My husband and I went to dinner here and I was not impressed. Not impressed with the menu, the food, or the restaurant/bar itself. It was so poorly lit inside I was struggling to read the menu, so much so that I got a headache, and when I leaned towards the mini candle on our table to see better, I almost set the menu on fire! This is not how anyone pictures their first few minutes of a dining experience. For me it was overpriced for what they were providing. I doubt I'll be back.

    (1)

  • Ali E.

    Solid. If only these guys were a smidge less expensive, this place would certainly be go-to. A nice beer selection, cocktail list (whoop Dahk and Stoahmy!) and range of menu options - but the entrees were a little out of my league. We started with the sweet and smokey honey whiskey wings, which were simple and lovely. Meat falling off the bone, and surprisingly interesting. It was an Atkins-style evening, so I had oysters for dinner (cape may salts) which were decidedly not slimy and super yummy. My date had the pork chops, which were good, but a little overdone so they came out kind of tough. There was a lot of attention to detail, though, so it may have been a fluke. Our waiter was very helpful, attentive without being annoying, and timed things well. I'd love to come back and sit at the bar. And eat more oysters. Yum.

    (4)

  • Thomas V.

    I go about once a month. I usually only get a burger and beer/drink, but my partner orders a variety of dishes and we both have always been pleased. Service is always great and attentive, food is fresh,and drinks are good. Only con is the dark dining area inside.

    (4)

  • Jeff M.

    Pub & Kitchen is a pretty average neighborhood casual eatery. The foie gras was nicely presented and the best tasting dish of the evening. Duck terrine had a nice meaty texture. The octopus starter only hit one muddled note of flavor. The burger was good but not great. My main was a special of Maryland line caught stripped bass over farro cooked in a risotto style, but, it just seemed normally cooked in a pot over low heat. Artichokes in the dish added a nice kick of acid. Pub & Kitchen is probably closer to 3.5 stars but I did not find anything to push it into 4 star territory. Service was very friendly and helpful.

    (3)

  • Katie R.

    Pub and Kitchen is just fine. It's not spectacular, but it is a pleasant place to spend a happy hour or dinner. Their wine and beer list is fine but nothing special, which is also how I feel about the food (which also seems to be a little too fried). The atmosphere is pretty great, though, which saves the 3 stars in this review. Recommended if you're in the area, but I wouldn't go out of my way to go back.

    (3)

  • Michael N.

    It pains me to write this, but I fear I must... I used to really enjoy P&K as a lively neighborhood spot with elevated pub food. But yesterday in the early evening, the place was overrun with drunken frat boys dropping f-bombs at top volume and shouting about their exploits as rapists. After multiple parties complained, asked to be moved, or left altogether, what did the management do? NOTHING! Just kept serving them more beer. It's hard to justify $25-$30 dishes when the atmosphere is that of no-class dive bar. And skip the octopus. It's overcooked and rubbery. To be fair, the oysters were excellent; hence the second star.

    (2)

  • John Q.

    I've walked past the places a bunch of times before hitting it up for brunch. We had just got done moving my girlfriend into her new house and I was starving. The place was pretty full but not overly crowded to the point that you are tripping over people/tables. The service was good but it did take a while to get our food. The food made it worth the wait though. Their Churchill burger was excellent and definitely worth coming back for. Their breakfast dishes were a bunch of interesting combinations that looked and smelled good. I would definitely say we all enjoyed a very savory and hearty portion and would come back again. Our bill was $50 for 3 people though and we didn't get alcohol so just be prepared to spend a little more than you would at some other brunch places. Also, be prepared to wait a little longer especially if the place seems busy. I'll definitely be back for dinner and drinks.

    (4)

  • Johnny B.

    Food = DELICIOUS Service = hilarious Noise level = DEAFENING Loved this place but REALLY loud and really dark. I get that that is what they're going for. It has a unique feel. The food is unique too. I just didn't expect it to be SO LOUD. It's almost impossible to have a conversation.

    (4)

  • Michelle C.

    Yum. Awesome burger with phenomenal bacon and sweet onions on a roll that actually stayed together. My only complaint is that it was closer to medium than medium rare like I had asked for. Fries were standard in a good way. Tub Gin no. 7 cocktail was absolutely fantastic. It bit me. My friend and I also split some heirloom tomatoes with balsamic vinegar and basil. THEY BLEW MY FRIGGING MIND. As for the service, it was fine. Our waitress was very friendly, though I was a bit put off when she put down "the new girl" after making a minor mistake. Pabbit, I approve.

    (4)

  • Nico L.

    Bad staff, mean spirited. Only want your money

    (1)

  • Karen F.

    OK, I am torn between 3 & 4 stars. Food is 3, Drinks are 4. I would definitely come back for drinks - especially the "Blush" a rum, sugar, lime and pink grapefruit juice cocktail. So refreshing. They also make a REAL "Dark & Stormy" that packs a robust gingery punch. Soooooo good. Meanwhile, 4 of us lovely ladies had drinks & dinner here last night. Service was good by the servers, but the bus "girl" was too aggressive in removing plates before we were finished. She got the hint the 2nd or 3rd time we guarded our plates. "No, we're not finished quite yet". After a round of refreshing drinks (best part of the evening for me, anyway), we started with a $3 bar snack of duck liver, spread thinly on 2 crisp toast points. It was a little gamey. Would not re-order. The best appetizer by far was the gnocchi. Now I realize the reviews here on that gnocchi are mixed, but we told them light on the oil and it was great. Served with REAL morel mushroom. 2 of us split one order and another lady had an order all to herself. Honey & Whiskey glazed petite chicken wings were very tasty, but also small and boney. (Large portion, small wing size.) 2 of us, myself included, had the tilapia po boy. My friend loves this sandwich, i thought it was just OK. I wanted to try the lobster BLT special, but the night we went (a Sunday there were NO SPECIALS at all.) Quel Dommage. After our meals, we had a dessert course. A nice cheese plate came with red grapes, walnuts and 3 generous cheese selections including Morbier and Stilton. The rest of the gals shared a chocolate/peanut butter mousse, which was chilled, dense and not at all goopy. It was served in a perfect circle with a dulce du leche beneath it. Not too peanutty, but full of milky chocolate flavor. The booths are made of a hard wood and look great but are small for a party of 4 and not comfortable. This can actually help the restaurant to turn tables - as you won't sit too long (ha, ha!). The bar was packed at 8:30 PM on a Sunday. Nice to see in this crappy economy. I will return to P&K but it is not a holy grail. Oh, and it's not cheap. (but not horrible) $40 each for the 4 of us. Oh, and we love the "pabbit" logo - pig/rabbit. Reminds us of the divided we fail logo where the Democratic Donkey and Republican Elephant are merged. CUTE. Nice job! Please don't let it slide.

    (3)

  • Tom I.

    Pub and Kitchen is the first place we went to after we moved to the area and we've been back a few times since. Great beer selection. Great cocktails. Upscale pub fare. The Parliament burger is heavenly. It's hard to resist it when I go in, but I've managed at dinner to try their specials on a couple of occasions. Had an excellent short rib special one night, and, most recently, a mahi mahi special served with choizo kale and mashed pumpkin. The atmosphere is great on nice days when they have the windows wide open. It can get dark inside at night and rather noisy when it's crowded. But overall, a comfortable neighborhood pub.

    (4)

  • Lou P.

    No reservations About the food, or for seats Feels like a friends house It's taken me a while to get around to a proper review of Pub & Kitchen, an unfortunate circumstance of it being in my neighborhood which, for better or for worse, means it is a frequent nightspot. Fortunately almost every experience here has been toward the better. I'll get the single annoying aspect of P&K out of the way from the outset: they don't take reservations. Annoying if you want to eat immediately, or are coming with a large group, but otherwise it's just a good excuse to down a few beers while you wait. I used to head over here pretty regularly back in 2006-07 when it was Chaucer's. It was a nice spot then, and it's an even better spot now. The interior is beautiful, lots of wood and candles downstairs, pretty open upstairs. While there is great outdoor seating in the summer, I love it here in the cold when it feels like walking into a friends richly appointed den and sharing a few beers over a game. The bar gets pretty full most nights, but there's some standing room along the rail. They do a decent draft list, as well as a few cocktails and glasses of wine from the menu. The tap list won't blow you away, but everyone in any size group will find something suitable. The menu changes pretty regularly, but the burgers and pub fare are stalwarts. And delicious. Actually everything is delicious. When your waitress rattles off the specials, listen closely, because they're similarly priced to the regular menu items and are often inspired by seasonal offerings. Simply put, P&K is a perfect place to get good food (specifically a burger) and good beer at a fair price in a great atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Vincent J.

    This is my local favorite spot, the food is great and they have good drinks. One word of caution, they are a little stingy when it comes to the wine pour. Since I love wine it is the only problem I have with this place. Sad to see the Fish and Chips off the Menu, Loved the Mushy Peas

    (3)

  • Chelsea T.

    I've been bummed on P&K's food ever since Spring 2009 when they took the fish and chips off the menu (and believe me, I kept trying 'til recently. Goodbye, Churchill burger, too :(( ) I want to continue to like the bar...but going any time past 7:30 pm, it's been pure LOUD CHAOS in there. To end on a positive, though, I'll keep stopping by every so often for their oyster special. That is, 'til they take that away, too.

    (2)

  • Steve M.

    Pub and Kitchen, you've made me sad. I loved you so much. I used to live closeby and we'd come for fish and chips constantly. But you took them away. No more fish and chips. We happened to come in when they were a special a little while back, but they weren't prepared the same way. You even took away the truffled dijonnaise. I can't understand why. It's a condiment, and it's amazing. Our waiter even mentioned that people have been asking for it... not sure why you want to make that kind of statement, that you're willing to take off the menu your popular, signature items. Is the Churchill the next popular item to be removed? Not that my meal was awful or anything, it was good. The fish and chips special wasn't bad, it just didn't have the magic it used to, and it was a significantly smaller portion (one piece of fish instead of two). The bone marrow appetizer was good, but not nearly as good as others in the city have been (Meme), and its presentation was lifeless (as was the fish and chips special). Our other dishes were good but just not memorable. The place is perfect inside, so warm and cozy. The staff is always friendly, and I've always enjoyed being inside. But I feel like the menu is going in an odd direction (except for the Churchill burger, of course, which is excellent, one of the best in the city).

    (3)

  • Angela S.

    Super cute interior! We came here because the kitchen is open late and it's a great option for good food after work. They were out of a couple of dishes that we were interested in but we came after 9pm. We ordered two fish dishes. One of them was a special. The portions weren't too generous but both dishes were delicious. We will definitely be returning to to this adorable spot.

    (4)

  • Catherine L.

    3.5 stars - and that's partially because I do miss Chaucer's. Oh Chaucer, you with your oriental rugs pinned on the ceiling, your free jukebox and your overall lovely and dive-y charm - how I miss you! You were a definite memory maker (even though I don't exactly remember everything that happened there - though I'm sure it was commemorated in that photo album they kept at the bar...) But one must move on. Pub and Kitchen did, though they kept certain remnants of Chaucers, like the bar and the booths (which I appreciate) It's definitely airier (and most definitely cleaner) and I love the addition of the two big french doors lending much light to the space. It's a completely different atmosphere which I like (and at times makes me nostalgic for Chaucer's) What I'm not nostalgic about was Chaucer's cuisine. This is where the Pabbit has lept and bounded above the former tenant. Though a bit expensive, the menu (with its tantalizing bar snacks) is lovely (if not a bit too ambitious). The bar has got a decent beer and wine selection - and speaking of, I also like that the Pabbit has the beer balls to serve Miller Lite on tap. Not everyone always wants to drink a belgian or micro brew- sometimes, I like to slum it too (beer-wise, of course) The outdoor tables are-a-plenty, and I like the big wood slab that runs alongside the wall from across the bar too- it doubles the bar seating and gives you a place to rest your beverage or your snacks. The crowd, as aforementionned in other reviews can tend towards the yupperites, but during the week it is simply pleasant. Oh Chaucer, I'll never forget you - but the Pub and Kitchen has made a decent, clean eatin' and drinkin' place out of you.

    (4)

  • Christina P.

    I seem to always forget that Pub & Kitchen is right down the street. This is probably because it's nestled in a fairly residential, quiet corner of town. It's a great atmosphere, with kind of a rustic barn/farmhouse feel. It's the perfect neighborhood spot, so I will be coming here more often. On my first visit, I came for the burger, which was named one of the top 10 in Philly. What I didn't know was that they have two burgers, and the top 10 one (the Churchill Burger) was $18. We opted for the more basic, and I was not that impressed. The burger itself was really light, almost airy, and they charged an extra $2 for cheese that was barely there. Second visit was winding down the night at the bar with beers and apps. The truffle fries were awesome and the dipping sauce made me want to take a spoon to it. The fried calamari was flavorful and tender, and the mac and cheese (made with orzo) was creamy and rich. The beer selection was pretty good, although a little pricey. On my third and most recent visit I came for brunch with a few friends. They have a good amount of options on the menu for such a small spot. I went with the banger sandwich (sausage, fried egg, swiss, and carmelized onions), and my friends got the french toast with toffee bacon sauce and a brisket hash special. My sandwich was really tasty, and strangely not as greasy as I expected. The homefries were the same way, but were crispy and had a sprinkling of herbs/seasonings on them to give them flavor. I tried my friend's french toast, and it was AMAZING. I have to admit that I wasn't sure about something called 'toffee bacon sauce' but let me tell you, it works. The coffee was flavorful and strong too, another plus. The only thing holding me back from giving five stars are the prices. I get that the food and beverage selections are a few notches above what you'd usually find at a "neighborhood spot," but I felt like sometimes they didn't really match the portion/quality.

    (4)

  • Scott C.

    All right, Pigbunny. Time to level with you. Time for some harsh truth and honesty and tough love. Pigbunny -- can I call you Pigbunny? Because my wife and I do, all the time -- you are our neighborhood pub and restaurant. You are warm and inviting. You have many fine alcohols for us to consume. Your fries are superb. We want to come to you all the time. At least, all the times when you're not teeming with douchebags. (We've learned your rhythms and know when the douche rolls in.) In short, we want to give you all our money. But we can't, because you don't offer any vegetarian dinner entrees. Don't even start by saying you have a cheese plate, or welsh rarebit, or a salad. Those aren't entrees. Those are sides and apps. I find it impossible to believe you can't make a vegetarian entree. I find it impossible because you've done it before: a pasta dish, a sandwich. Something. Something good and tasty. You have good food. Surely you can create something. I might get that vegetarian entrees aren't big-ticket items, but you're turning away dollars. Bar dollars, especially. Sure, you're not making a lot on that spring vegetable gnocchi, but the wine and beer we consume would surely compensate for that. More to the point, though: fries and a cheese plate aren't a meal. You're basically saying that vegetarians just shouldn't bother. So we don't, except for brunch, when my wife can have the cheese omelet. When I first reviewed you, I gave you five stars, because you were that awesome and accommodating. In fact, that is part of the reason we love you so much. When we first moved to Philly, we were tired and stressed after a long day of hauling boxes, and Beth made us feel like we really had found a home. And now? Less welcoming. So you're docked a star. I hope to give it back to you very, very soon.

    (4)

  • Scott H.

    I have only had the burgers (they have 2 different kinds) and thats all I need. Some of my favorite burgers in the city. The bar is nice and spacious and the service has ranged from bland to friendly, but never bad. my advice: go during the day, grab a fresh brew and get a burger. you wont regret it. The outdoor seating is a plus also, and great for people watching

    (4)

  • Adam F.

    British inspired gastropub. It's tucked away a bit in Rittenhouse, but its a great place for a drink and meal. Came for brunch: - Banger sandwich -- this thing was awesome - Mussels - the mussels here are giant; in a spicy chipotle sauce - really hit the spot. Definitely need to come back for dinner when they serve their famous burger (apparently its considered one of the best in Philly).

    (4)

  • Cate L.

    After a steamy Hot Yoga class, a small group (6) of us ventured here on a Sunday evening...we sat immediately, which immediately made me happy! I've graced the bar for cocktails previously, but have never eaten, so was excited to see the restaurant portion was a cozy nook. The seating, comfortable and spacious, perfect...the lighting dim and homey. And we had just come from Yoga, so we weren't dressed in our best...no pretentiousness to speak! A variety of food was ordered...some had the burger (Churchill was juicy, succulent, amazing...the Parliament looked awesome as well!), some had the fish special and I ordered the fish and chips special. Light, airy batter, fresh fish, 4 potato wedges (they were HUGE) and pea mash. The meal, served with malt vinegar & ketchup in ramekins, left a satisfied smile on all our faces. Glad to see they have specials...lots of things on the menu that would bring me back...possibly in a better outfit :)

    (3)

  • Michael P.

    My usual spot for a low key night - they have just enough beers on draft/in the bottle to keep me happy (nothing fancy, but passable). The Churchill burger IS as good as advertised and although my belt may not agree, I love the huge helping of fries. Its a pretty good 'young professional' crowd - but its so damn dark in here sometimes that its not the greatest for meeting new people.

    (4)

  • Dan R.

    I was visiting a mourning friend in Philly & this is where we ended up for dinner. I loved the dining room! It was warm, cozy & classy with a rustic charm & nice big windows. The waitstaff was attentive & friendly and the food was quite good. BUT Go for the cheese plate! The cheeses were lovely but the reason to travel to this restaurant is the truffle honey. This stuff is like crack! It's wonderful mild honey speckled with tons of REAL truffle shavings. It was so decadent , so rich, so wonderful...words cannot describe the awesomeness of this sensual delight. Just go get that damn cheese plate!

    (4)

  • Elisabeth Y.

    Loved the atmosphere. Loved the service. My husband and our friends loved their food. As for me, I wasn't a big fan of the fact that there was nothing vegetarian on the menu, except for one or two of the salads and some veggie sides. I'd heard great things about the gnocchi and was disappointed that they're not longer offering it! I asked the waitress if they could make me something, and I had a pasta with vegetables that was nothing to write home about.

    (3)

  • Nnamdi B.

    The short of it: If you like cave echo ambiance, questionable expenditures of time/money, and mediocre bar food that laughably pretends to be sophisticated bar food, you will be surrounded by plenty of your peers at Pub & Kitchen. The long of it: I was really looking forward to my meal here, I swear. The pictures and description of this place in Bridge and Tunnel monthly - I mean Philadelphia magazine - gave my stomach an erection, which I didn't even think was physiologically possible. My lust for Pub & Kitchen motivated me to give the place shot on an otherwise Typically Unremarkable Weeknight. Upon arriving, I waited a few minutes before being led by my server through an increasingly dark, cacophonous, narrow corridor made out of drunk people until I finally reached the eating area at the back of P&K. Why pubs subject patron and server alike to the natural consequences of thickheaded layout is beyond me. I started off with wings (the sweet variant), followed by a pulled pork sandwich and fries. Quite frankly, the wings were embarrassing. Every last one was overcooked to the point of crunchiness. "Off night, maybe", I thought to myself as I tried to avoid chipping my teeth on what undoubtedly was tender chicken meat prior to crossing the path of the wrong disgruntled P&K line chef. The sauce itself was good, but lipstick/pig. Speaking of pig, the pulled pork sandwich was strictly average. I couldn't taste much of the meat trapped under the accompanying sauce avalanche, but that wouldn't have even bothered me much if the sauce itself was great. Unfortunately, it wasn't - you could find better at Pathmark. All I'll say about the fries is that I didn't even like them enough to take home with me post-meal. The servers got the bare minimum done and not much more. They were aloof, largely absent, and quicker to ask me to move over one spot mid-meal than to refill my water. Maybe my stomach needs Viagra. Maybe this was all a case of me ordering the wrong thing and maybe my experience really wasn't representative of what P&K is capable of. Maybe I'd rather try dozens of other restaurants than risk finding out if I'm right.

    (2)

  • Andrew D.

    So many fond memories of Pub & Kitchen - Right around the corner from our apartment, many fuzzy, full stomach, 2 block walks home... Upon our first visit we remarked to the waitress how much we enjoyed the BBQ sauce on the pulled pork - she gave us two jars of it to take with... The Churchill burger... Being told a 45 minute wait, actually ready and willing to wait, and then after 10 minutes being seated... After taking my retiree age parents once, every time they visit now they want to go even though we've moved 12 blocks away...so we go. Cask selection... Fish and Chips... Deviled eggs... We need to catch up P&K.

    (4)

  • Zach Y.

    Trendy, slightly hidden, sophisticated eating and drinking establishment. They actually knew what a Vesper was when my dad order it and they killed it. The burger was one of the better burgers I have had in my life...and I have eaten a good amount of burgers.

    (4)

  • Steve M.

    I have to say I really like this place. good service, really good food and an overall good scene. the only problem I see is that the burger, even though very good, is way overpriced. but ill keep going back, for all above reasons.

    (4)

  • Sara L.

    When a friend suggested Pub and Kitchen for a recent Saturday brunch, I was excited to finally try it out. I was surprised by how empty they were when our group of 5 walked in at 11:30, but more people arrived over the next hour or so. The decor had an upscale, rustic thing going on and it worked well with the overall vibe - lots of wood, farmhouse-y tables, open windows, etc. We were promptly seated and presented with food and drink menus. They had a wonderful selection of wines, drafts and bottled beers, as well as a nice little cocktail list. They had a section specifically titled "Day Drinking" which I found charming. Between an assortment of these beverages and some of the best coffee I've had in Philly (the waitress identified it as Stump's), none of us went thirsty. The brunch menu was not huge, but had a nice variety of sweet and savory selections as well as a few specials. Our group tried a wide variety including pain perdu (French toast) prepared both with berries and cream and with toffee-bacon sauce; house-cured salmon with a fennel pretzel-bagel; a potatoes and scrambled egg dish reminiscent of poutine; and eggs benedict. Everyone seemed pleased with their meals, and the bites that I stole from almost all of the plates were delicious. I felt the portions of each dish were more than adequate; some at our table thought they were a little small. If you have a big appetite, you might want to order a side dish. On our visit, the service was outstanding. Our waitress was friendly and helpful. She was knowledgeable about the menu and made great recommendations. When she saw that one person was not really drinking the cocktail she recommended, she all but insisted on providing a replacement. It also didn't hurt that she was drop-dead gorgeous in a relaxed and natural way. Overall, I can't wait to go back. The prices were a little too high to be an "everyday" brunch spot for me, but it was not a major splurge either. If I have another experience of similar quality, Pub and Kitchen may enter rarified "5-star" air with me.

    (4)

  • Donna A.

    Tried the revamped menu. The duck is very good. Pub and Kitchen is always a solid choice.

    (5)

  • Christine C.

    This place needs to get over itself! I have been going to P&K since the day it opened. About a year after it opened, I moved around the corner from it, so it became my go-to spot for dates, drinks, etc. I have always found the bartending staff to be friendly and helpful. This review is based on interaction with the inexperienced and immature hostess this past weekend. My boyfriend and I had just come off a long walk by the river on a sunny Saturday afternoon and felt like sitting outside to have burgers and beers. We walked by P&K at 3pm and saw they had an open table outside. Great! We thought... we politely ask the hostesses to be seated outside and they say, "there's a wait." Mind you, the inside of the bar was practically empty. We ask about the open table, and they said yes that is for 4 people. I said, even when you have paying customers here, asking to be seated? Yes, they reply. 2 is less than 4. Seriously? It's 3pm on a Saturday, we want to pay you money for food and drinks and you are telling us to wait 20 minutes while there is an open table? The hostesses clearly have a lot to learn when it comes to customer service. Sadly, I will no longer be going to P&K. Thank goodness they are friendly and helpful at 20 Manning Grill!

    (1)

  • Lauren S.

    It's a pub! It's a kitchen! It's Pub & Kitchen! I've been here for brunch, happy hour, and a late dinner, and all three times were solid. They have outdoor seating, and big windows which they open up in nice weather, so even if you're sitting inside you can enjoy some sunshine. Their kitchen is open late, which is a big plus for me. I've eaten here after 11 on a Wednesday night, so they must serve food until at least 12 on weeknights. Big fan. You may have heard good things about the burger. These things are true. It totally delivers. Although P&K has a good beer selection, I chose to wash down my burger with some champagne, cause that's how I roll. To top it off, the staff is always very friendly, and the music they play sounds like my indie station on Pandora. I like this place more and more every time I go. Can't wait to go back again and try the Welsh rarebit.

    (4)

  • Robin D.

    I live right around the corner and never thought that much of the food. UNTIL i went for brunch today and got the smoked salmon with the pretzel roll. it came on a platter with cream cheese, capers, onion, tomato and cucumbers. it was SO good i can't stop thinking about it!! I'm not even a fan of salmon! my friends got.. the churchill burger, which was good. the bangers sandwich, which was greaaat (but very filling). and the french toast, which was very (maybe too) sweet. I loved that it wasn't crowded, nothing worse than being hungover and waiting forever in a packed restaurant. cannot wait to brunch again

    (4)

  • Lady B.

    Waiters dress distractingly casual - plaid shirts and worn-in jeans. Lack of formality and (worse) lack of detail in descriptions of specials and the cheese plate that we ordered. No vegetarian entrees. Three vegetarian appetizers. I asked the waitress for advice about the charred broccolini dish and decided to order it - and I was surprised / disappointed when the dish turned out to be served cold. Great drinks but overall, with $23 entrees, felt like a waste.

    (2)

  • Christina W.

    I went to Pub & Kitchen last night with a friend. I arrived before he did, so I stood outside and waited. I watched quite a few people enter and questioned if I should run in and grab a table. I decided to wait, but it was fine since we were seated right away. I loved the exposed brick and windows framed with picture frames. The candle lit table was cozy and romantic. The music was fantastic as well, it set a perfect mood. We had decided on this restaurant because my friend told me it was the "best burger he's ever had" and the burger was quite delicious. The bun was fantastic too, it held up as I chowed through. The fries were comparable to Monk's. I had to ask the server for a side of dijonaise, and though it was quite good, it wasn't as good as Monk's "crack sauce". For dessert, we decided to get the bourbon soaked apples and donut holes. It came with a side of sauce that tastes like vanilla bean ice cream, but wasn't cold. It was quite delicious. The ratio of donut holes to apples was off, as we were left with a plate of apple slices. I look forward to going back to try each of the $3 bar snacks. In fact, I'll be back next week with a friend from Memphis, TN!

    (4)

  • Catherine H.

    The best fish & chips I've had on this side of the pond. Mushy peas tasted like...peas! Nice feel. Can get the top floor ofor a group.

    (4)

  • Philip Z.

    My first review and its on bunnypig. Im no food blogger so this is mainly because I wanted to relive my pub and kitchen experiences through typed words.. also I use this damn thing so much that I felt I needed to contribute back.. just a bit. I don't frequent gastropubs often but I had to make an exception when I heard about how great the Churchill over at P&K was. I had high expectations for the burger that was yelped as being in the company of best in city and Mr Churchill u sir did not disappoint. We strolled in on a Thursday night, tables had 45 min wait but the window side of the bar was wide open for us to squat in on. Place is small but spacious as the tables weren't jammed into each other and the bar area offered plenty of maneuverability. Lighting was dark and the music was a tad loud (enough so that I didn't have any problems soundhounding a particular song they were playing) we had the Churchill w/ fried egg and the wings. Wings must have came from shrimp birds that got bullied on cause they were tiny but were strangely good! I'm all about the juice-head moriarty wings but these were a nice change of pace. On to the burger, let me pause for a second to reflect .........................sorry back to this review.. the Churchill is the best burger I have ever had period. No ketchup, no cheese, just the pat la frieda patty (glazed with bone marrow), caramelized onions and the egg and it was perfect! It was juicy, moist, fluffy, savory and completely out of control. the fries were good but certainly not the star here. when I usually do burgers im almost always left feeling like a lard after the last bite and can usually swear I feel grease traveling through my arteries moments later. My stomache and taste buds were in perfect tandem this time and I could not have asked for a better meal that night. I will be back as soon as when reflecting on the burger doesn't quite cut it.

    (4)

  • Meghann p.

    LOVE Love the food, service, atmosphere, drinks, candles, just everything!

    (5)

  • Grace S.

    Much more of an authentic English pub than the Dandelion but the food is not as good. The burger (we asked for medium rare and got a square patty that was medium at best) was very tasteless and not juicy at all, but the fries were good. The Thai chili mussels were very disappointing b/c it seemed that the mussels were not cooked in the sauce, which was pretty tasty. The outside area seemed really nice but it's still much too cold outside. We really enjoyed the ale that the waitress recommended -- it was dark chocolatey and very good. Very chill place to hang out on weekends but think the food is kinda pricey and not very quality.

    (3)

  • Laura C.

    good food, fun atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Kelly G.

    It was Zinski S.'s birthday. We tried to take her to Pumpkin prior to our train back to DC. But...the conference let us out at 4:00 and a very strange set of circumstances had me, Lino J., Mags, and Zinski S. at the door of Pumpkin around 5:15 and it didn't even open until 6:00 plus we didn't have any wine and it was a BYOB. Some guy with a scruffy beard standing outside of Pumpkin suggested we go to Pub and Kitchen. I didn't want to do it. I had no idea about Pub and Kitchen. The 'net was acting funny and I couldn't get on yelp mobile. Plus we'd released our taxi and had to walk 4 blocks in the cold and wind and with our suitcases. UGH! Not happy. When we finally got there, it was only a few other parties in the place and we were seated right away. The hostess was nice enough to let us stow our luggage for free in the "baby high chair storage area". Thanks! Things must be looking up. It was dark in there and they had one votive candle on the table, which we were all vying for to use to read the menu. They ordered a carafe of the house merlot. Hmmm. Ok. Now look. I'm no wine snob like Miles from Sideways but that swill was undrinkable. I was ordering scallops so I ordered a glass of some OR riesling. The scallops were a little overcooked. The pea shoot emulsion and mushrooms were good with them. I don't know it wasn't all terrible. I was just a tiny bit bent out of shape at having my plans highjacked by some dude on the street with a scruffy beard and being seated in a restaurant I had never even looked up on yelp. When the bill was paid, I zoomed out of the place without even visiting the ladies room. I flagged down a taxi and waited while the rest of the group caught up. I cannot safely say I would ever go back to Pub and Kitchen on my own. A strange set of circumstances would have to take me there as I found it only a-ok.

    (3)

  • Hilary W.

    Do you like good music? Good food? Great service? Pub and Kitchen consistently delivers as one of the best bars in Center City. Located on a Graduate Hospital corner, only the "Pabbit" on the wall indicates this beautiful gem of a restaurant. The menu changes daily but staple items such as the Fish and Chips with smashed peas stay as a yummy constant. Their barrel aged Manhattans diminish any of the outside problems you may have brought in with you. The beer list is also noteworthy with a carefully selected menu of some of my favorite brews including Sixpoint Brewery selections. If you are like any good Philadelphian and stake claim at the bar during all Phillies games, this is the place to do it. Pub and Kitchen has provided a bar full of believers during the regular and post season without the aggravation of being in a meaty sports bar.

    (5)

  • Rob F.

    My trip to Pub and Kitchen was an unplanned lunch after some hanging in Rittenhouse Square on a perfect fall afternoon. Outdoor seating was a must. I was looking at a menu and it was rather small and read in an unimpressive way. The waiter sold me on a burger which was their special on this day, the meat came blended from a high end butcher in NYC. Supposedly he had never until now let this blend of meat out of the city. Pub and Kitchen had exclusivity to this meat which peaked my interest in what can a "high end butcher" from nyc do that I haven't seen before with a burger. The burger came with caramelized onions on a bun. The meat lived up to the height of exclusive beef. Although I don't plan on spending 18$ for a burger again anytime soon. My tastebuds were more then satisfied. I will describe this meal as I would when I describe the eating experience of any of my favorite foods... when the burger was gone, I was a little bit sad.

    (3)

  • Kevin C.

    Great neighborhood spot. Recently changed the burger and the new one is great. Pulled Pork Sammy is even better. Good crowd, good atmosphere, a place to go in your 30s and not feel old

    (5)

  • Casey K.

    sorta pricey, but this place has character. it makes a hella good bloody mary (i prefer the spicy one), and it used to make a tasty churchill burger. the dry aged beef and caramelized onions were worth the $18 price tag. i usually take my out of town friends here and they are duly impressed -- a stocked bar and the wood accents really show off the best of philly.

    (4)

  • Tawny D.

    First things first, the SANGRIA (fabulous, wonderful, delicious, etc!) A last minute decision for the boyfriend's birthday turned out to be a WONDERFUL choice! Bells brewery was there and their $40 food & beer pairings were beyond spot on, couldn't compliment them enough on it! It was the groups first time there and it was a great, close atmosphere to sit close, chat, and share all of the wonderful food! Sometimes there is nothing better then small candle votives, a soft breeze blowing in the open windows, and the true feel of a pub out in the country side. Everything on the menu was possibly ordered from the cool avocado soup, to the hanger steak, right on down to the macaroni & cheese. Oh, and of course someone ordered the famous burger, and yes, the positive rumors proved true, it was delectable! A wonderful atmosphere for both the couple looking for a quaint night out and the rowdy group looking to satisfy both hunger and thirst! Only thing I am a bit verklempt about was not being able to sit and have a pint at the bar! Next time though!

    (4)

  • PJ H.

    Went to pub and kitchen to eat some food and witness Doc Halladay make history. The bar was great, with a good amount of Phils fans and good draft beer specials. They also had dollar oysters which is enough to get me almost anywhere. I had the flying fish octoberfest? whatever it was good. I had the fish and chips which were excellent. And the truffle dijonaisse was very very good. Be prepared for a very intense truffle flavor. The reviews that i read prior to entering this place really bashed the service. I thought the service was great, our waitress was really friendly and attentive, filling our beers and water, and not rushing us at all. Definitely reccommend this place for a casual drink and some good food to go along with it. Also a sweet logo.

    (4)

  • Lydia H.

    The hubs and I stopped by Pub & Kitchen for the first time last Saturday, and enjoyed a lovely evening. The ambience is great - we sat at the bar and loved the look of it. It was dark enough to have some good ambiance, but light enough that I could see the menu. We only had drinks, but they have a nice selection of beers on tap and other adult beverages. The food seems... interesting? A little fussy for my taste, and certainly pricey ($18 for a burger!), so I'm not sure we'll go there to eat. We did, however, smell the french fries that the couple next to us ordered, and they smelled divine. Great neighborhood place for a drink.

    (4)

  • Lauren T.

    Holy Schnikes! Seriously?! Seriously. What a lovely and amazing hamburger. Sure the ambiance was great and the server seemed nice and blah blah blah, but once that hamburger arrived at my table, we were in a zone. Bombs could've been dropped on the table next to us, the restaurant could've caught on fire, Will Smith could've entered the building and me and the burger would've remained undisturbed in our blissful bubble. The medium-rare was in fact, pretty darn rare, as the server assured me it would be. It was juicy and beautifully complimented by the cheddar and bacon and soft but sturdy bun. I'm gonna go write some flowery prose and love songs about it, cause this might be my soulmate of burgers.

    (5)

  • Connie S.

    Yums. Awesome gastropub that's open til 2am every day, which is both wonderful and dangerous for late night cravings. I've been a couple times, and there's always a good bar scene. The beer selection is good, albeit not super extensive... I recommend the Old Speckled Hen Ale for a lighter beer, partially just because I just like saying the name out loud. Seems like you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I've enjoyed everything I've tried here, particularly: - Fish & Chips: two huge pieces of beer-battered haddock, served with some tasty 'mushy peas' (think mashed potatoes consistency) and boatloads of fries with a malt vinegar mayo - Simple Burger: very flavorful and perfectly cooked... we ordered with extra toppings of cheese and mushroom duxelle, although I don't think the mushrooms added much to what was already so much juicy deliciousness; served with more fries that we knew what to do with - Mac & Cheese: baked fusilli + cheese/cream + smoked pork shank + bread crumb toppings... there's no way this could not be delicious And for dessert... - Chocolate Terrine: mix between mousse and a flourless chocolate cake... maybe a tad too rich, because I couldn't quite finish the whole thing (I'm pretty ashamed of myself), but if you love quality chocolate, this dessert is for you. it's also served with a really interesting blood orange foam Good service at the tables, and really friendly bartenders at the bar. Overall it's a really lively, fun place with very well-done pub food.

    (4)

  • Nicholas L.

    Great food, exceptional service and nice atmosphere. A little pricy, but completely justified. Bring back the pulled pork sandwich!

    (4)

  • Holly T.

    I like Pub & Kitchen a lot, but I really wish I could LOVE it. It is, after all, my corner bar. As far as bars go, it's actually a great all-around choice, since it's got really good cocktails, a nice beer selection, and decent wine, there's something for everyone. The food is also pretty much excellent all around. I've tried both their burgers, and they're both wonderful, for different reasons. I actually prefer the Parliament burger overall, and not because it's cheaper, but just because it's more manageable (and, who can resist the call of cheese & bacon). I really do like the Churchill burger, and appreciate why it is served plain, because the grass fed local beef is incredibly rich and intense. I admit that it's simply too much burger for me personally, but it's definitely worth a try. I love it here on a warm day when the windows are wide open and you can sit outside or at the bar in front of the windows, facing the street. I love it when natural light is flooding in, it's not too crowded, and it just feels peaceful. Unfortunately, I just don't like the atmosphere much at night, especially with the door & windows closed, and it's full of people. The music can get really loud (kind of clubby, even, which is a total turnoff), the people can get really loud, it's so dark you can't see anything, and it kind of feels douchey, when I'd rather it feel cozy & neighborhood-y. Anyway, that aside, my only minor complaint is that I wish the beer selection would rotate a little more. It actually feels silly to nitpick what is otherwise an awesome place, but like I said, I would really like to love it. Now, I was just about to post this before NYE, then we ended up there NYE evening and had a blast. It wasn't too crowded, it wasn't too dark, the music was still loud but since it was 80s music it was awesome, everyone was friendly and in a good mood, the bartenders were accommodating when we looked up a cocktail recipe on the internet and asked if they could make it, etc. Super awesome experience. It sort of made me feel guilty about not posting a more glowing review. But then, we had some lovely experiences at some of our other local places recently, and this confirmed for me that Pub & Kitchen still lacks that that feeling of "ahhh, welcome home" that I wish it would have. So, I'll keep this at 4 stars for now and hope that repeated experiences will eventually bring it up to the 5 I have a feeling it deserves.

    (4)

  • Ava W.

    Bread Pudding was amazing. Hands down! Pulled pork burger was also great

    (4)

  • Carrie G.

    I visited Pub and Kitchen a couple of weeks ago while my boyfriend was in town. It was a beautiful day outside, and we were looking for a quiet outdoor space to sip a cocktail and maybe nibble on some food. Pub and Kitchen was exactly what we were looking for. He ordered a beer and I ordered a white wine. For nibbles, we enjoyed the polenta fritta with smoked tomato jam ($3), the Welsh rarebit ($3), and a half dozen oysters on the half shell (MP-$14). The oysters were the highlight by far, as the sauce was completely different than any other I'd had. Our service was just so-so, and the prices were a bit high. I don't know if I'd visit regularly, but it's a nice once-in-a-while mid-afternoon treat.

    (3)

  • Keysha T.

    I told a friend that works here that I would write a good review as a favor, but once I sat down to eat for the first time on Monday, I didn't have to do it as a favor. I had the specials salad which was fresh and oh so good with fresh watermelon. My friend had the fluke cooked just right, and I was impressed to see the big portions the Windsor burgers were at their price. My friend and I both agreed the portions were bigger than those at Local 44 in West Philly. We sat outside so I didn't get to see the decor of the interior until I visited the ladies' room. Once inside I was satisfied to have dined here. Very clean bathroom, that's all I have to say. My friend and I both agreed we would be visiting again, whenever we were in Rittenhouse and didn't want to tread to Local 44 or White Dog Cafe for good beer and fresh, properly-proportioned grub.

    (4)

  • Linda N.

    Good buffalo wings and cute take on bagel and lox platter (pretzel bread instead of bagel). Eggs here are good. They look and taste hand picked. If I ever go back, I would order the burger with the fried egg on top. Bread pudding for dessert -- excellent. Parking is hard in this neighborhood, particularly on the weekend. There is a day lot for $10 a couple blocks away. Gorgeous double doors. Hipster haven! Everyone wearing Toms.

    (4)

  • Jenna C.

    I loved this place well before I set a foot inside. The decor is lovely. When the tables are set up outside during the summer it's better than the best European cafe. I love this place. It is one of my favorite late night eateries. The kitchen is open until 1 which is fantastic. Even better, the late night menu is still a full menu, not just bar snacks and burgers. I'd say the only problem I have is the crowds. I avoid the place on the weekends because it can draw a large club scene. This small place gets loud fast as it fills up with drinkers either beginning or ending their nights.

    (4)

  • Sara L.

    Went back here last night and just needed to update my review to give a shout out to the service. Friendly, helpful, and definitely made the experience. Also a shout out to the new dessert--a chocolate peanut butter mousse. Wonderful.

    (4)

  • Kerri R.

    Wonderful restaurant! I can't say enough good things about it. I went with three girlfirends, visiting from nyc. We split a lovely cheese plate (which came on this funky wooden block) and all got different types of cocktails. I also had these cheeseburger, which I highly recommend. I'd say the atmosphere was very "West village" if youre from New York, with a solid hipster vibe but enough meat to keep anyone happy. I would definitely go back.

    (5)

  • Danni S.

    Finally made it to this place, and the food did not disappoint. The Churchill Burger was divine, someone next to me ordered a kale dish with pearled onions that looked awesome (I know what I'm trying next time). The service was great, I would only recommend that they more prominently mark their entrance....spray paint another "pabbit" on the ground or something.

    (4)

  • Ethan M.

    Somewhat disappointing. Had the pulled pork sandwich. Partner had the Parliament. Not bad, but certainly better values to be found. Meh.

    (2)

  • Amy S.

    I can't even think of giving this place less than five stars. As I am terribly sad that my favorite restaurant is all the way in Philly. Came here for my second time last nite, on a trip to see a good friend and celebrate her engagement. I couldn't exactly remember what I had on the previous visit, but I knew that it ended in an orgasmic banana bread bread pudding... I mean come on, delicious. So, I knew I would be back. This visit included: A wait of one hour (actually only 45 minutes or so) on a Saturday night around 8 pm. We got drinks at the bar, luckily snagging some stools in the packed area. You know if everyone around you is also choosing to wait the hour... it is that good. After a few glasses of wine, and a cosmo for me, we were led upstairs to a nice and much quieter dining room. I ordered a chicken skewer appetizer ($8) and my friend ordered a beautiful and delicate looking wedge salad ($9). My chicken skewer was very flavorful, and she loved her salad. Main courses: She ordered a lamb course ($22), which she raved about, but I wasn't brave enough to try. I got the pulled pork sandwich ($12), which was very good... slightly spicy for me- but I am a spice baby. It came with a simple side salad that I couldn't stop eating. And I ordered a side of mac and cheese with pork belly ($9). In hindsight, I wish I had ordered two or three mac and cheeses and called it a day.... it was so amazing!! And then as full as I was, I had to hear about the desserts. Which ended with a chocolate bread pudding with caramel sauce for me, and a passion fruit panna cotta for my friend. I believe they were each $8. I fortunately and unfortunately ate all of mine!! ha. I was extremely full.... but it was sooo worth it. As far as the service goes, I found all the waitresses and hosts very kind and helpful. They seemed to sincerely care if you had a good evening... and that is always appreciated. Now, do me a favor, add up the total that I spent (on just food!), but keep it to yourself.

    (5)

  • Lisa D.

    The Pub & Kitchen's logo is more than a cute, funny rabbit-pig that sticks in your head- it's a pretty apt symbol for a place that manages both the light and refreshing as well as the substantial. There's a delicate side of the menu that deals in the details (arugula with fig vinaigrette, a truffle pork terrine) but it's complemented perfectly by heartier fare, especially the classic fish and chips and the truly excellent burger. It's also worth noting that while Philly has plenty of pulled pork sandwiches, many of them carbon copies of each other, P&K's stands out with a hint of spice and a nicely nutty swiss. The decor is somewhere between cozy pub and French farmhouse- the rustic tables, kitchen chairs, booths and jam-jar drinking glasses are homey and comfortable without veering into preciousness. They're not trying too hard to impress you, but they manage it anyway. The service on my last visit was wonderful- never too rushed to make a recommendation or answer a question, we felt relaxed and welcome even as our server's other tables filled up. Plus, we came in famished and she suggested the wings- a mark of good taste, since the honey-whiskey dressing was sweet, smokey and rich. The wings are a little on the small side, but that's my ex-Western New York bias showing. Not all chickens need the upper-body proportions of Foghorn Leghorn. Their draft list is good and rotates often. I can't speak for the mixed drinks, but the fact that they infuse their own blueberry vodka means that these are my kind of people. I'll definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Leah S.

    A pleasant enough experience. We arrived quite early (4pmish) for dinner and the place was empty, as expected. I was hoping for a nice leisurely, long, conversation-oriented meal, since I was with a dining companion I hadn't seen in months. Unfortunately because they were slow they bothered the heck out of us-- we had ordered the thai chili mussels (fantastic) and the truffle fries (also great) to share, and then the pulled pork sandwich (messy but good!)-- now I know we were eating slowly but they came back a grand total of SEVEN times to check on us while we were eating the apps to see if we were ready for the sandwich. I mean, come on guys, I know it's sitting there waiting under the heat lamp but try to make it a little less obvious to me, please. At one point (although this could have been because I was drinking...) I even observed 3-4 employees standing in the corner just WATCHING us. A little privacy, maybe? Eventually the place started filling up so we got what we wanted. But by then we were ready to go. However, somebody must have recognized my date so they brought out a dessert on the house, and then the server proceeded to have a 5 minute conversation with him about his workplace and the people he knows. Awkward and irritating for me, to say the least. But the food was good, the bathroom was clean, and the indie music choices were refreshingly appropriate for this 20-something. I'd return but I'm too busy trying everywhere else in the city too, know what I mean?

    (4)

  • Stephen H.

    I am glad to throw the Pabbit another star. The pork chop dish I devoured last Saturday was excellent. The pork chop was seasoned perfectly. The grits were cheesy and smooth and rich. I am not usually a dessert person but in a valiant effort to push the integrity of my stomach, I ordered a two layered mouse with cornflakes in the middle. It was fantastic. I was worried I might have to call a moving company to get me home.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth S.

    I like this place....a lot. Their menu is very interesting and innovative and the ambiance is very comforting. You just feel good sitting at one of the tables in this place. You feel...special. I've now been to Pub and Kitchen twice for meals. First for a dinner and then for a brunch a week ago. The dinner was good. We started with oysters that were fresh and delicious, and then fish which was perfectly cooked. I also got my first taste of cockles in this dish....that sounded dirty :) For dessert, the banana bread pudding...which was AWESOME. I can't say I had the same experience for brunch, but I think I chose my meal poorly. My brunch was a very thick piece of brioche toast covered with sauteed white beans. It was really good, but a lot of the same thing, and it came with a very STRONGLY spiced sausage. I had two bites of the sausage and could taste it the rest of the day...kind of gross. So, I would stay away from that dish, but I will definitely be back many more times. It's a great place to eat anytime with anyone.

    (4)

  • liam d.

    Churchill burger best burger in city! However everything I ate was incredible! It's been several months since I was there and I'm still thinking about the great food. ORZO mac and cheese was so good and i was very impressed with the beer list. I cannot wait to return!

    (5)

  • Monica J.

    Before I begin this review, I first have to make mention of how their odd name! We spent at least a good 10-15 minutes trying to figure out 1. what the heck the name of the restaurant was and 2. whether that was a rabbit or a pig or what on the front cover of the menu. After a tough night of drinking on a huge ship we headed here for some brunch (but not before a stop at a pharmacy for some much needed advil for me!). We ended up whiling away the better part of the day at an outside table, in the warm sunshine and it was only towards the end of our time their that I was able to down any solid food. However, I had no problems throwing back those alcoholic liquids. What can I say, that hair of the dog theory is completely true! I was pleasantly surprised with their selection of beer and ended up ordering a Duckrabbit Porter and a Sixpoint Bengali Tiger IPA. Both delicious! Anyway, this is all beside the point. The only food I actually ate were their fries with truffle dijonnaise which came in a huge container and tasted absolutely delicious! I wish I had ordered more of their creations because, judging from my friends' reactions, they were all full of flavor and completely satisfying. The only negative I have is that our waiter was a bit inattentive and forgetful. Although, oddly, one of the other waiters randomly came over to ask how we were doing at one point- but since they don't wear uniforms of any sort we were a bit confused and thought for awhile that it was a crazy stranger off the streets!

    (4)

  • A. J. D.

    I've been to P & K several times and the food is always on point. They are the only restaurant that has ever gotten me to eat peas and like it (the mushy peas with the fish and chips are where it's at). I was at the bar having a couple of drinks with a buddy and decided to order the pulled pork (which I inhaled). I was craving fries but I didn't want the full $7 order of fries because I wasn't going to eat them all by myself. When I asked to substitute the side salad for some fries they were adamant that it would violate their no substitution policy. Funny that the last time I was there, they served the fries as a side. Plus, who in the hell gets a salad with a pulled pork sandwich? Bottom, line is this place has to get their priorities straight. You are a bar and not a high end restaurant so you want to accommodate your patrons, within reason, to give them incentive to come back. I'm sure the finances of the place will not crumble if they throw 30 fries on the plate in lieu of a salad. Otherwise, knock down the price of the fries by $2-3 dollars and I'm not online tonight writing a rant about your poor attitude towards your customer.

    (3)

  • Pauline S.

    I came here not realizing until it was too late that they had changed the chef/menu. Before, this place was apparently known for great burgers. I ordered a cheeseburger and it was drowned in sauce. It wasn't very good due to the fact and it leaked all over the side salad I had, which was decent, but come on, it's just a side salad. I also shared 2 of each kind of oyster since it was about half off during happy hour. The oysters were good.

    (2)

  • Hannah M.

    Went here for a girls night, I love the menu, it changes frequently. The staff was helpful and attentive, there were lots of healthy options. I'll definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Larissa S.

    I've tried a few items on the menu, including the windsor burger and chicken wings. Both items were good and I enjoyed the food at the time, but I never really yearned to go back to eat there. For me, Pub & Kitchen is the kind of place where you can go to escape the cold in the middle of the winter or sit outside and have a drink at one of their sidewalk tables in the summer. I can't believe how warm and cozy the wood interior when it's cold but yet they make it so cool and airy when it's hot out. There's a big enough bar area so you can stand or sit. There's plenty of beer, but they also have about 5 or 6 simple cocktails. Sometimes you just don't want a beer, you know? You can bring friends, family, co-workers, dates, anyone for that matter, here for a drink and they all will have a good time. If you want to get a little dressy and drink fun champagne and St. Germain cocktails, wonderful. But if you want to wear a pair of jeans and have a beer, that's ok too. Pub and Kitchen defines the local pub, but with certain touches that really place the service and quality of the food and drinks above the rest. Prices are reasonable and consistent with the other area pubs.

    (4)

  • Barrett L.

    Went here earlier this week for a friend's birthday party. I really liked the atmosphere and the setup. They have a terrific, varied menu with some fantastic looking appetizers, mains, and sandwiches. They also have a terrific beer list and some great homemade cocktails (anywhere that can make and pour a Sidecar, Gibson, and Old-Fashioned well scores bonus points in my book). However, my experience was marred by making the mistake of ordering the insanely overpriced Churchill Burger. Yes, it's a custom blend of Pat LaFrieda meat with sauteed onions on a non-descript brioche-style bun, but that's all it was (with an oversized heaping of fries to boot). For $18 (yup), it should have more on it than onions. It should also be cooked exactly how I like it (I asked for mine medium rare and it came out medium well. No good). My friend got a non-celebrity butchered burger that not only had more toppings, but came with a pickle and was perfectly juicy throughout (and cost her less coin). I'd definitely go back, but next time, I'll get my money's worth by ordering the $17 Fish and Chips platter which comes with three heaping golden brown pieces of battered cod, fries, and buttery mushy peas.

    (3)

  • Liz H.

    I would give Pub and Kitchen 6 STARS if I could. I went here last week and have been dreaming about my meal ever since. Pub and Kitchen is an upscale pub serving the best micro brews and gourmet bar food. I have never seen more attentive, kind-hearted wait staff and the food was prepared perfectly and oh so quickly. I had the mussels with a side order of truffle oil french fries and, in all honesty, I don't remember breathing let alone talking to my dinner date for the 10 minutes it took me to eat my dinner. Even better than the entree was the dessert: an olive oil shortcake with fresh rhubarb compote and whipped cream. I consider myself the ultimate foodie and am always extremely critical, but I can honestly say that Pub and Kitchen is one of the best restaurants in Philadelphia. Hands down.

    (5)

  • Erin W.

    I think the funniest association I have with this place is that a friend at work was trying to think of the name and came up with "Pig and Laundry" and "Dinner and Chairs." Boyfriend and I had one of our first dates here, so I'm being generous with the stars just for the fond memories I have of that night. On that occasion, we had a late dinner at one of the outside tables. We split a bottle of wine, the mussels (I defy you to find a place in the city that serves mussels at which we haven't eaten), the scallops and mashed corn, and a dessert of apple crisp. The food was good, the portions were decent, I just think they charge too much for it. Again, though, it being one of our first dates, I don't have the sharpest recollection of the food. We ate here again on a double date for brunch a few weekends ago. Again, the food was good, but costs more than I think is appropriate for two eggs over easy and some toast. Oh! But the little ball of butter they serve with the toast is super adorable (what? that counts for something). Everyone else at the table had two rounds of Bloody Mary's, which they really enjoyed, and I nursed a glass of white wine. I am way too confused by the concept of a Bloody Mary to really ever order one, even though the one at P+K did get rated in Philly Mag recently. I really want to like this place. I've tried to like it as much as it seems to like itself, but it just isn't happening for me.

    (3)

  • Jim T.

    Friday I had a chance to go to the Pub & Kitchen for the first time with friends. As far as a bar astmosphere it was great, good bartenders and they had my favorite whiskey which most bars do not carry. A big plus. We waited about an hour an half for a table, as expected it was a Friday night. So we drank more. Once we seated in the back room area we were greeted by a great waitress who was pleasant and great personallity. The food was subpar to say the least, small portions and extremely expensive based on we ordered. The Cheese plate, I would have to say was a joke, 2 pieces of cheese the size of a stamp and 2 pieces of bread. My girlfriend had the mussels which she said were very bland. I had a burger which was actually really good. My friends had a burger and a salad. As bar to drink and hang-out I give it 5 stars, I will return to Pub and Kitchen for drinks.

    (3)

  • Adam L.

    Perfecto! Honey whiskey wings, Yards Brawler, Six Point Sweet Action, Windsor Burger, their gnocchi, awesome staff. Super music selection playing in the background that isn't too loud/too soft.

    (5)

  • Marcello D.

    I love the atmosphere here. The oversized bar busts out of the long, narrow hall that houses it. The outdoor seating is a nice option, though you might find it a little disconcerting that there are people sitting directly above you in the open window seating area. The staff is pleasant and accommodating. The beer list is small but well selected. The food is very good. I've tried the burger (with the fried egg), the BBQ pulled pork, and the french toast. The truffle dijonnaise that comes with an order of fries is great. The best word to describe Pub and Kitchen is clean. There's nothing overly fancy about the decor, the menu, or the drinks, but everything is put together well and looks sharp. If you live in Rittenhouse Square or Graduate Hospital, Pub and Kitchen is a great bar to frequent on quieter nights.

    (4)

  • Isabella L.

    pretty place, although I sat outside so I didn't seem much of the interior. The staff was attentive and friendly, although after holding up an outside table for 2.5 hours they started to stare us down and took everything off the table so we would get the hell out. The food was all right. Fries are reminiscent of nodding head's and slightly Monkish. Burger was ok, but they do not how to differentiate medium rare, medium, and medium well. I asked for medium well and they gave me medium rare. I had them cook it again. I asked for just a little more cooked and it came back well, well done (aka outside burned to char). Prices are all right, although some items are steep. Overall cool place...won't be rushing back but could be convinced to go back.

    (3)

  • Lydia T.

    Absolutely the friendliest service you can ask for.... Amazing burger before and after Pat Lafrieda. Comfortable decor and overall a great place to eat and drink. I suggest going either Sat or Sun for bunch....I hear they tend to get pretty busy at night.

    (5)

  • Alice K.

    If you love burgers and bacon and rich goodness -- GET THE PARLIAMENT BURGER! The place is a bit out of the way but the next time I go back to Philly, I'm getting another Parliament burger!

    (4)

  • Karina A.

    I frequent many pubs , like Pub and Kitchen in Philly. They blew my mind and fulfilled my need for good food and drink. I had their Sausage entree- YUM! and my partner had their Churchill burger and that was equally extraordinary. The service was great. I have no idea why some of these reviews bash the service, then again, being myself in the food industry, some people are just too hard to please. I recommend this bar because it is unique and delicious. Thank you Chefs!

    (5)

  • Teresa L.

    I've walked by the pigabbit (pig + rabbit) many times and bf keeps urging me to check it out and put an end to my " I miss the fish and chips of Canada! " We finally went on a Friday night, a party of three. We were seated right away (7 30 ish), and of course, I knew what I wanted. Food: My fish (2 sticks of cod) and chips arrived quickly and sat upon a bed of hot frites with a little side of mashed creamy peas. I bit into the fish and chips and was very please at how hot and creamy the cod. The fries were standard (not as good as Monk's) but the overall portions were decent. Half way through my meal I realized that everything tasted very salty, from my mashed peas to the cod. I went from "Yeah!" to "Need...more...water...bleh." Service: The service was fast and attentive but lacked warmth. Would I return? Only if someone else was paying.

    (3)

  • Michael S.

    Lady friend and I dropped in here on a whim this evening while walking home from earlier drinks/snacks at Vernick. As others have noted, you can almost walk right by the place since the signage is inconspicuous--nothing but the "pabbit" (pig & rabbit) on the outside. We only stopped for drinks and didn't experience enough to rate more than four stars. I was satsfied with the beer selection (c'mon, not every bar in town can have 24 taps and a selection of 100 bottles) and the service was great. The staff was very friendly and fun. Atmosphere and decor were also good and we will return for a longer visit.

    (4)

  • Mindy I.

    I have been here several times, and I really loved it, but after last night will not return. I gave it a star for drinks....which are always excellent and a star for service....the wait staff was really good. The food was not good......kale salad was super salty, and I love salty food. Portions were really small, especially for the price and quality.....There was barely any fish inside the batter of the fish and chips. The char didn't come with the vegetables listed. The carmel pudding dessert is awful, but maybe I've been ruined for any other since the version at Barbuzzo is so divine. I know they are getting a new chef....blah, blah, blah, but there are so many fantastic restuarants in the city not sure going back is worth the time or risk. I can not believe this place stayed in the Inquirer's Top 50.

    (2)

  • Steve S.

    Been wanting to try P&K for a while. The food was very good. Great burger, fries and pickle! Snails in a pot w/ lentils was amazing! Chicken wings very good - they were smaller than most places, but there must have been 16-18 of them piled high. The Wedge Salad was really good too! The drinks were good, but we felt they were a little skimpy. Hope to go back soon.

    (4)

  • Tracy K.

    oh, sweet jeebus, this was the best brunch I've had in a long time. I had the smoked salmon platter--which is inspired by your traditional bagel & lox platter, but P+K takes it up a notch by serving their smoked salmon, cream cheese, onions, capers, cucumbers and tomatoes... on a =soft fennel pretzel=. Absolutely amazing combination of flavors, executed so, soooo well. In addition, the menu boasts FOUR different types of bloody marys. I have said it before, and I'll say it again: bloody marys are my brunch drink of choice, and I'm on the quest for the best one in the city. P+K, you currently hold the title for the best--I had the Wrangler (spicy, served with a jalapeno garnish), and I tasted the El Capitan, which is again inspired by tradition but bumped up a notch--and served with an oyster garnish! I rarely have dessert with my brunch, but I was staring at the desserts chalked on the board during the entire meal, and the carrot ginger cake was calling my name--it wasn't my fault; he seduced me, and he was every bit as good as he promised. Despite the fact that the place was packed, the service was solid. Our server kept thanking us for our patience--no problem dude, you were packed & working your ass off--and gave my bf a free bloody mary, since he was outpacing me. We later learned, that in addition to getting the brunch rush, the computers all went down right after the place opened. The staff is very well trained; they were bustling, but the chaos was kept out of view from the customers. The only upside to the end of a weekend is a Sunday brunch at Pub + Kitchen.

    (5)

  • Big E.

    I've been here a few time for a burger and a beer. I have never had any complaints. The beer list is unique and the burger is decent. It is not the best burger in town, but it is a good burger nonetheless. I went last night to try the much talked about Churchill Burger ($18.00). As usual, the beer selection was good and the service was fine. The Churchill Burger was a good burger. It was not an $18.00 burger and I do not think it is one of the top 3 in town. The blend on meat was very good, but again, not worth $18.00. The size of the burger was ok, not worth $18.00. The burger was tasty, but again not worth $18.00. All in all P&K is solid but the Churchill is overpriced for what you get.

    (3)

  • Emily K.

    I have decided to land on 4 stars for Pub and Kitchen. The first experience I ever had there was a 1-star, involving a standoffish waitress, an overcooked $18 hamburger and a lot of angry disappointment. BUT - my second experience was most definitely a 5-star, in regards to (first and foremost) customer service, food, ambiance and pretty much every other category through which you could judge a gastropub. So the conclusion here is 4-stars in re: Service -- depends on the server, but generally friendly, patient, informed, and wearing a nice plaid shirt; Ambiance -- Cozy and warm; Food -- When the Churchill Burger is done right - it is done right. And by right I mean IT TASTES LIKE BONE MARROW RICHNESS HEAVEN. The Buffalo Chicken Wings might be my favorite thing on the menu. The Pulled Pork Sandwich sports a decadent layer of swiss cheese that makes the sandwich. So tasty; Drink -- "It'll-Do" beer list. Can't speak to cocktails.

    (4)

  • Alec S.

    They are testing the theory that burgers taste better the more expensive they get. However, we held our engagement party in the upstairs room (it's right around the corner from us) and it was a prefect choice. Great selection of finger foods, good drunk choices, and the atmosphere upstairs is incredibly comfortable for 20-40+ people.

    (3)

  • KC Q.

    The plain burger with fries was pretty good, as was my chicken bacon avocado sandwich. We ate around 4pm on a Sunday afternoon so missed the brunch crowd, but the music was super loud and kind of annoying for that time of day when we wanted a little down time. The wait staff (all 3 of them) were pretty attentive, and the food arrived quickly. We'd probably recommend it to others and would go back if we're ever in the neighborhood again.

    (4)

  • Cristian D.

    I have been here a few times. Cute bartenders. Great wine, awesome martinis and the food has been constantly great. What this place is, is NOT pretentious, which is perfect. So for all of you out there complaining about this place, take a little break people. This place is awesome. The servers were being very helpful. The Pocono Trout with the Escargot was absolutely amazing! The presentation was perfect. Delicious! This was one of the best meals I had in years! Great job.

    (5)

  • Druanne M.

    Who would have thought that mushy peas would actually be fantastic? That was my recent surprise at Pub & Kitchen, where I took and out of town friend. We started with a cheese-plate appetizer. The selection was well-balanced, and just enough for 2 people. But it was the fish and chips with mushy peas that was the real surprise. The fish was excellent - golden on the outside but light and flaky inside. The chips were pleasant. But it was the mushy peas side that was just amazing. They were fresh, green and just hinting of curry. What was really embarrassing is I told the server there was no way I was going to eat them when I saw them on the menu, but he told me he was going to leave them on my plate anyway, because I just might change my mind. He was 100% correct. I'll definitely return.

    (4)

  • Hannah G.

    Pub & Kitchen is a good spot. We sampled several things. The farmer's egg, foie gras, and kale salad were all very tasty. The scallop crudo was fine, but not something I was blown away by. For my entree, I had a mushroom ragu special they were running, which was great! The cocktails were very good as well. Another member of our party ordered the Churchill burger -- he liked it, but didn't consider it to be worth the $18 price tag.

    (4)

  • Amber W.

    INSANE. If you do not eat here, you are a fool. I've been here twice while I was doing business in Philly and the food both times was phenomenal. The fish and chips (which is served on sundays) is crazy/good. But that churchill burger? I could not stopping "mmmmmm-ing" when I was mackin' that. Like nothing you have ever had. Oh and PS? trust me on this review. I cook and I know good food. This place is beyond delicious. also, just to mention. the servers are really friendly, the have great draft beers (Many of which a local), and they play cool music. Go. Run. Stop reading this review and get there. Now.

    (5)

  • Bari J.

    On Friday night I got into Philly relatively late and was looking for somewhere to eat. Apparently most places in Philly close their kitchens around 10...this is not early for a New York. Pub and kitchen was happy to seat us at 9:30. The service was great, very attentive and everything was had was delicious. We had the pickled beets with Stilton (yum!), the Heirloom tomato and radish salad, the octopus appetizer, and then shared the lamb. I would order any of these dishes again. I would also recommend the Storm Warning Cocktail-boozy and delicious.

    (4)

  • Jane F.

    I went here on a Saturday night with high expectations, but was kind of disappointed. Things started out well: the hostess told us it would be an hour wait, but we got a table within half an hour. Unfortunately it went downhill from there. We ordered the mussels with white wine and lemon. When it arrived after a long wait, the sauce was delicious, but the mussels themselves were a little dried out, like they had been sitting for a while. After another looong interval, our entrees finally arrived. My medium rare burger was medium well at best, which was a huge disappointment, particularly at this place, which seemed like they'd take pride in their burgers! There was some red juice on the plate, so maybe it was initially medium rare and just sat under the warmer for too long? The fries and pickle were yummy, as were my friend's pulled pork sandwich and fish and chips with mashie peas. When I asked the server where my side of brussels sprouts was, he replied, "Oh, the sides have all been coming out way after the entrees." Um. If you realize that's happening, maybe someone should fix it. When they arrived halfway through the meal. they were delicious and steaming hot. He also never brought me the side of mayo I asked for to go on my burger. So, in retrospect, maybe all the problems could be explained by poor service? Or poor time management in the kitchen? Either way, it wasn't everything I hoped it'd be!. There are plenty of other better gastropubs in the city!

    (3)

  • Chrissy R.

    This place is pretty expensive. I do not mind expensive. I frequent expensive places. I like quality too. This place is not quality. I've been here a couple times before writing a review because too many people whose opinions said great things about it. Fuck that noise. I've found cocktails to be inconsistent each time I was there. The bartenders do not know how to make a good drink more complicated than 1 mixer and 1 liquor. I'm not a fan of the starters either. I've never had a full meal here based on the starters. First off, they're all pretty rich and decadent. Sounds good, yeah? Every time I tried they've been over salted and if it's hot, a bit burned. It's just another place for people in the neighborhood to show people how awesome they are. The older douche crowd.

    (2)

  • Eunice D.

    Six point on tap made my friends real happy, the food was great and our waitress was HOT! I'd go back for sure!

    (4)

  • Karen B.

    who wants a side of fries? everyone! who wants a side of fries FOR SEVEN DOLLARS? nobody.

    (2)

  • Chihee K.

    P&K has recently become my favorite hangout place in Philly. They have an amazing drink/beer selection. I love the feel of this place - it's so comfy, casual and classy. It's not pretentious and I love how it's not on a main street in rittenhouse or olde city - it would be a very very different place if it were. The food here isn't bad either - burgers, oysters, frieds, soup - these are among my favorites there. They also have great music playing every single time I go (which is a lot!). Side note: I'm racking my brain trying to think of an equivalent place in San Francisco and I just can't think of a single place. I'll be moving back west soon and will be sporting my newly purchased red t-shirt featuring none other than the Pabbit I love so much. Yes, they sell tshirts there too.

    (5)

  • Felicia Q.

    It's summer-summertime (Ah, Will Smith) now, and we went back to Pabbit. We wanted to sit outside on a Thursday night around 6-7, but the wait was too long for outdoor seating so we opted for the second-best but not-too-bad-at-all seats inside next to an open window. P&K is still a much better option for people like us who aren't up for Parc or Rouge, but who still want great food without the (at the risk of sounding totally dorky) 'tude.

    (4)

  • Ryan E.

    Seriously, this is one my favorite restaurants. I'm surprised their star rating isn't higher because I'm as picky as they come and the churchill burger is the best burger on the planet. Yes, the planet! Seriously, this burger melts in your mouth. I'm told it's made from dry-aged grass fed beef from upstate NY, mixed with pork and topped off with a top notch blue cheese. Perfection! If there is one place I tell visitors of Philadelphia to go, it's Pub & Kitchen....

    (5)

  • Beth R.

    Solely based on the drinks...it's nice inside but expensive. I guess because of the proximity to Rittenhouse, but I have been a few times for the bar, and never really felt like it was quite worth the money.

    (3)

  • sako R.

    CHURCHILL Burger = Awesome. If that's all they did, they'd get 5 stars right there. There's a reason why the menu goes out of its way to note that it's made from meat provided by NYC's LaFrieda Meats. Any time anybody mentions that they are cooking with LaFrieda Meats, it should be reason enough to order whatever it is (unless you live next to a Shake Shack in NYC, and need to avoid getting a heart attack from daily burger consumption or something). Got it medium rare, it came out coked to the perfect point of warm, juicy, pink, and ohsoflavorful. Mr. R and I stopped talking, both focused on the experience of the Churchill burger. At $18 it's not cheap, but in the case of the Churchill burger, you do get what you pay for, and it's one hell of a burger made from excellent quality meat. We had it with a side dish of brussel sprouts, which were good but not crispy enough on the outside and a little mush on the inside. Nonetheless, there was not a single bit left in the bowl at the end. The fries that came with it were crispy and dark, but over salted. Sadly, I left 4 or 5 fries on the plate when my glass of water ran out and I just couldn't finish the fries. I never leave fries behind. Minus one star. We were there Thurs night around 9pm and were seated right away, but half way through dinner the music got louder as the bar got a little more crowded, and when Mr. R and I were ready to acknowledge each other again (now that our burgers was completely consumed), we couldn't carry on any conversation. I've never been one to favor the bustling social bar scene though, so others may recommend going later when it's more "lively" - as for me, and those who like the slower paced laid-back pub feel, I'd say go earlier in the night. Minus another star. Our server was fine, waters refilled, food arriving fairly fast - but at the end we couldn't find a single staff member to flag down for our check (nobody even walked by and it's a tiny establishment) for a little while, they might have been a tad short staffed, or we came as they were going from "kitchen" mode to "pub" mode or something...? (eh, we'll say zero stars removed or added) But, for that Churchill burger, I'd do it all over again.

    (3)

  • Bobby P.

    This is a great spot if you live in Grad Hospital and want a break from the noise at Ten Stone or want a little more privacy than Tangier can offer (not a knock on either of those places, I love them too). We stopped in the other night for drinks and ordered a few things to munch on. The oyster sampler was 2 of each variety on the menu (6 total) for $15 - not a bad deal in my book. They weren't the biggest oysters I ever had, but the flavor was good and fresh. The pièce de résistance was the English onion soup (pork based, not beef and with cheddar on top unlike the French version). Amazing! I could have sat there and had 3 more bowls, but my holiday figure has suffered enough. Of course, I'm not overly concerned about my health, so we finished everything off with a chocolate pot de creme, served with butter cookies. Very nice, but my system of late has been suffering from chocolate overload so it might not have registered as well as it normally would have.

    (4)

  • Jana V.

    When my friend called me up for dinner, I wasn't sure what to expect. First off, this place was a little hard to find: no sign anywhere out front! It's conveniently on the corner though, so I wasn't really lost. Just confused. We were greeted by a very preppy girl, who appeared to be the hostess. The waitstaff was attentive (there seemed something off about them.) We both ordered the pulled pork sandwich and a beer. It came with a salad. The pulled pork was well spiced, and the bun had a mildly sweet taste to it. It was one of those brushed with yolk while baking buns and so it was shiny on the outside and incredibly tasty. Why three stars? Because it wasn't spectacular and somehow I felt rushed. The sandwich is pulled pork and I've realize this isn't a smoke house, but still, I guess I had very high hopes. The waitstaff looked like they were waiting for me to finish my sandwich. We were also offered another beer which I didn't really need, but we got it anyway - they were a little pushy about us getting one more (they did offer to split it for us, which was nice - we got these mini beer glasses.)

    (3)

  • jt m.

    As soon as we walked into this place I was happy. The atmosphere is great - good music, not too loud. The service was perfect. The girl taking care of us was super knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. Her wine and food suggestions were right on. The bourbon and coke with cherry and vanilla sugar is really yummy, and they've got a great wine list. For food we tried the white fish mops, fries with truffled dijonnaise and the sweetbreads. My friend loves sweetbreads and she thought they were amazing. The freak me out.

    (4)

  • Simon E.

    Wow, this place was packed on a Wednesday night. If I'm going to pay $18 for fish and chips, then there had better be a decent amount of fish. Fail. Half of what was served to me was batter with no filling. My girlfriend had a better experience but there was still nowhere near enough fish for this premium price point. The batter itself was good though, the closest to proper english fish batter I've had in the States. However, the mushy peas were an abomination. Worst mushy peas...ever. The beer selection is solid and I think it would be the only reason I'd go back. All their entrees just seem overpriced for what you get. Someone needs to tell the owners that the whole Gastropub revolution involved good quality food at normal pub prices, not overcharging for pub classics.

    (3)

  • Greg M.

    The feel of Pub & Kitchen is very warm, and defiitely reminds me of slightly slicker village Pubs I've been to in England - but it's a bit pricey for what you get. I had the fish and chips which would have been great for $10, but cost $17. The Pork Scratchings were a bit too hard and chewy. The mussels special was nothing amazing. This place has great atmosphere and is a nice neighborhood bar, but that's about it. I would go back though.

    (3)

  • Elizabeth B.

    Truly ... I have experienced better. I miss Chaucer's and thought I'd give this place a try with a friend who was very excited about it. There weren't too many appealing choices on the menu, so I went with a hamburger ... definitely mediocre. I am picky about how my burgers are cooked and I didn't realize this was too rare until I got into the middle of it ... it was so dark in there ... and by that time I felt like I couldn't send it back to the kitchen. My friend had the crab cake sandwich which she really enjoyed. The service was fine, nothing to write home about, but our tables were soclose together that we had to ask the diners next to us to move their table and the diners behind us to move their chairs. That is uncomfortable. Obviously. It was very busy but they just crammed too many people in there. The ambiance is very nice. I think it would be a good place to come with a date for a quick drink at the bar.

    (2)

  • Meg B.

    OMG- another fab brunch place to add to my list of favorites and add to my waistline. A group of us came here after the Broad street run. The atmosphere was vibrant with open windows and, fun music playing through out. They had a fun selection of beers and brunch drinks ( belinis, bloody marys, etc). The table agreed that the food was great. The banger sandwhich and goat cheese omlet I split were so good. I sampled the burger which was delicious. The disco fries are a must! cheese, gravy, ham and a fried egg on top. This place defintiely loves it's eggs but that's ok with me:) Our waitress was awesome also. After working until the early hours the night before she was still pleasant and prompt. If I were you, I'd add Pub and kitchen to your brunch list for sure!

    (4)

  • Jessica L.

    A friend and I ended up coming here after we got to Darling's as they were closing. It seemed interesting and a little cheaper than Meritage across the street. The waitress was cute and friendly, and the hostesses inside were nice as well, so we started off well. I ordered the gnocchi and my friend got the mussels, both from the starters menu because were both broke college students. The gnocchi was alright, nothing exciting, but nothing I would complain about. In my opinion, it was a little greasy and just a bit under-salted. But perhaps the delicious spinach gnocchi from Cucina Forte has given me higher expectations. My friend felt the same way about the mussels- not bad, but nothing to rave about. Perhaps I'll come back another time when I have extra cash so I can try some drinks and sample some more of the menu. At least the coffee was really good.

    (3)

  • Jennifer K.

    I went here after seeing the reviews about their famous burger. The burger was good but nothing special. It certainly wasn't worth the $18. It should have been priced at $10 absolute max. My sister had the cod and the orange pieces in the dish were off putting. It's very nicely decorated and the drinks are only about $6-10 so I would go back for drinks and the atmosphere, but not for the food.

    (2)

  • Brian P.

    Really like this place..Food is a tad overrated, but doesnt mean its not good..It really is, but the Churchill burger is not all that is hyped (again but its really good). Good selection of beer, wine list is so so. But sets a great vibe that you can tell makes it everyones neighborhood joint. Always a fun time.

    (4)

  • Ritu K.

    My once favorite bar- Chaucer's- converted into a yuppy bar- where have I been??? Yuppy or not I like what they've done with the place.. The weathered beaten down bar look has been replaced by dim lighting and tasteful dark tables. A slew of nice outside tables afford a view of the graduate hospital area- awesome.. what can i say its a nice tree lined street and you get to sit outside. The service was a bit disappointing- not effusively friendly or helpful with a few mishaps on the orders- oh well- i can't be that picky... As for the food- yum! i split some fries with a few friends, which were super yummy- fried and salty just the way I like em. For my entree, I had the scallops with risotto, which i thought was delic! The scallops were generous and cooked perfectly and the risotto that accompanied the scallops was a whole lot of cheesy goodness..Others at the table ordered the burger, which by the looks of their empty plates, I'm guessing was pretty good. It was crowded for a Tuesday night but I will certainly be back!

    (4)

  • Carlo Anthony S.

    Food was 3 stars and service and surroundings a 4 so more a 3.5 rating. While hanging downtown with the family ( w/ 2 kids under 3 )we needed a place to sit at a booth and have great food. I had heard about this place from more than a few people. Salads were pretty good and the wings as well . They did however overcook my burger and it had no taste. When you are dining with kids and you only have a brief window to eat - it's hard to send back an overcooked burger , especially when you are hungry. Staff was great with my kids and their food came out very quickly. I would go back to try other items and maybe leave the kids with a sitter.

    (3)

  • Alison P.

    Really 3.5 stars. Pub and Kitchen is tasty, and has a great beer selection but the food menu is limited. There are about 5-6 items of very pricey entrees, and 5-6 more reasonably priced sandwiches. They used to have fish and chips on the menu, but unfortunately this item has been removed. The burger was awesome, and cooked perfectly, although it seemed there was about 1/4 piece of bacon on it. The pulled pork was also really delish and unique, and the coleslaw accompanying it was great, but I wish this came with fries, too. The service was good, but our server checked on us frequently, bordering on uncomfortably too much. I would definitely go back for a beer and a burger, and the company, the best parts of the night!

    (3)

  • Megan S.

    Okay, people are too hard on this place. I had a burger, a few beers, and the brussel sprouts. The burger was excellent (though it was too huge for me to finish) and the brussel sprouts were good (though not great). I think the best part of this place might be the space. Even though the restaurant is pretty big, the atmosphere is home-like and cozy.

    (4)

  • Tina E.

    Been twice. Once by myself on a sunny Satruday late morning -- sat outside with no wait and had a great salad. Went with a party of four on a Saturday night in February. Were told there would be a 30 minue wait - sure, no problem. Found seats at the bar, got a drink, and ... waited for an hour and a half! But it was too cold venture outside needlessly, so we waited and were finally seated in the upstairs dining area, which we were initially happy about because it seemed quieter than downstairs and there were only 3 other parties up there. Until they TURNED UP THE MUSIC so loud we l.i.t.e.r.a.l.l.y. could not hear each other. Or the waiter. We politely asked him to turn the music down and after giving us a sourpuss look he turned down the music just a smidge, like a surly teen who can't believe his parents are asking him to turn down his oh-so-rockin' tunes. Other than that, the food was great (though no fish & chips on the menu -- wah!) and the service was also very good (I think the waiter realized he had been a bit of a jerk and tried to make it up to us). In general, this seems more like a local, young, slightly hipster hang out bar than somewhere you would make a special trip to visit, so if you're local and in your twenties, I say go for it.

    (3)

  • Jeff H.

    The rotating menu is both good and bad. Good because the food there is always outstanding and in healthy portions. Bad because the dish you ordered last time that you want to get again will probably not be there the next time you go. The beer selection is ok, not great for a place with "Pub" in it's name, but this is a spot that I always take visitors to in Philadelphia. The service is always top notch and the food delicious.

    (4)

  • e m.

    I was surprised to read some of the negative reviews, seeing as I have been to Pub and Kitchen many times and have returned for the delicious food, great music, and lively atmosphere- no complaints here. first off the food is amazing! i used to work in the restaurant business years ago and i have to admit it turned me into quite the "foodie". i love great food and don't mind paying for quality. That said, I'm baffled by some of the "expensive" reviews: an $8 salad is not expensive if its coming with gala apples, candied walnuts and some obscure, delicious boutique blue cheese. The burger is THE BEST IN TOWN. i cant say it enough! and if you stray from the classic burger to one of their entrees (as i have many times) you will not be disappointed!! As far as service goes, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable-- they were also very accomodating to my vegetarian friend and whipped her up something that wasnt even on the menu! Either way, you should make your own opinion and stumble into my favorite gastropub, you cant miss the massive "pabbbit" logo outside. genius.

    (4)

  • Norm S.

    Food is fine, but quite overpriced. Noisy and dark and arguably convivial, which may appeal to some but I like cheerful and a sound level that allows you to hear what your companion is saying and what you are thinking. Small but decent beer selection. Basically, an upscale version of Sidecar but with more expensive and far less yummy food fare.

    (2)

  • Alexander G.

    As I walked passed a few cafe tables and through the door of what I used to know as Chaucer's, it was clear that this is a different establishment. Pub and Kitchen revamped the already unique space, combining a large bar area with a comfortable dining room. I was greeted at the door by Nate, the manager, and a smiling hostess. I was seated with my friend Sarah immediately even though there was a good crowd both at the bar and in the dining room, even at 6p on a Sunday. The decor was a rough, simple elegance complimented by a cute, friendly staff. Our server welcomed us and spoke knowledgeably about the specials. I spied the beer list as she grabbed us a couple of waters and saw a few solid options. I ordered a Lager while Sarah asked for a glass of the Malbec as we conversed with our server about some of her favorite dishes. We agreed on the goat cheese pierogies as an app which was preempted by some white bread and salted butter. For the main course, I went with the already fan favorite: Fish and Chips. Sarah requested the duck breast and debated on substituting regular mashed potatoes for the sweet potato mash. In the end, she decided just to trust the chef. The pierogies hit the table in no time with an arugula salad on the side. It's presentation traveled well from the upstairs kitchen and the flavors collaborated nicely. The two pierogies were small at first but very rich in flavor, thus justifying the portion size. Our server checked up on us and the support staff helped her clear the table quickly and often throughout the meal. Our entrees came out a few minutes after we finished our first course and they both looked great. The duck breast was in a maple glaze that really made the sweet mash a good decision. The fish and chips was served in a basket over smashed peas that really made the dish. I asked our server to grab me another beer as the she filled our water glasses. This is a huge step of service in my book because as any professional drinker will tell you, hydration is essential to boozing. I was checking out the desserts on the chalkboard on the ceiling above Sarah's head long before we finished our dinner. She agreed to split the warm dark chocolate cake and ice cream with me like she had a choice at all, it was adorable. We sat salivating only briefly before the dessert was delivered and it was a perfect size. The rich, flavorful ice cream spread nicely over the cake and we devoured it in no time. We asked for the check and it was dropped with logo card that read "I have never developed indigestion from eating my words". Spot on, Mr. Churchill. We settled our $77 tab with our server and tipped her well for her food knowledge, attentiveness, personality and support staff. I ran to the bathroom before we left, as it is a key element in the dining experience. I prepared myself for the heavy stench of old urine that haunted the mens room of Chaucer's. I was tense as I hit the door but much to my relief the ghost of old urine past had moved on. The new bathroom was clean and tidy allowing me to dash back up the stairs and be on my way. All in all it was a great dining experience and I'm sure to be back again. Nice work, P&K!

    (4)

  • Brett B.

    Honestly, this place might be the best burger in town. Kinda not expecting much in terms of beefy goodness, but also figuring that I wouldn't go wrong, I ordered the burger with bacon and English cheddar. Yo. Served pretty simply with tomato, lettuce, and some really delicious grilled red onions -- honestly, I'm getting hot and bothered thinking about it. That's not to discount what else is on the menu (the wings are really great too -- fresh, not frozen -- and the only other thing I've eaten), but the burger is my jam. Atmosphere-wise, it's a good space: long bar, big open windows, lots of TVs for the Eagles and Phils. Beers are my drink of choice, and it's nice to see a place that's not too pretentious to have Miller Lite on draft (and Brooklyn Lager) good for downing after one of those burgers (there it is again). There's an upstairs, that might not be completely open yet, but would be perfect for group gatherings. Outside seating is copious for the warmer months. The crowd is mixed and not nearly as xenophobic as other reviews have mentioned. Great new spot in a neighborhood that needed it -- I'll definitely be back...

    (5)

  • Kristin S.

    LOVE this place for drinks and/or food. Amazing beer selection and creative yet accessible menu. They care!

    (5)

  • Jay J.

    I checked out the place because it was a pub with pub food that made the philly mag top 50. After eating and drinking at Pub & Kitchen I'm not sure I'll be checking places out merely on the philly mag recommendation. The food was good, but not great. Granted my friends and I had only the pub food and not the entrees, but nothing that we had was worth writing home about. The beer selection was good, but only up to the normal philly standard. After dinner we drank for an hour or two and ended up receiving over-priced drinks that were nothing special. I would not recommend this place to friends because it did not seem like the food was anything special, and the same drinks could have been had at dozens of similar bars for almost half the price. I think 'meh, i've experienced better' fits this place just fine.

    (2)

  • Thomas M.

    The food here is consistently amazing. It's great English Pub food presented the way it should, perfectly cooked and simply presented. Really great draft and bottle selection also, highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Tim O.

    I stepped in on a late saturday night to check out the place. it was crowded with yuppies, young and old, fresh from abercrombie and fitch king of prussia mall shopping sprees. it looked expensive, like 6 dollar beers and martinis equal to cds. so i worked my way down the steps to the bathroom and took a piss on the floor. ha, not quite. i would never. i put the toilet to good use. Don't expect anything like the old Chaucer's, which was wonderfully wooden, just dark enough, just dive-y enough, like a compacted version of AC's Irish Pub on St. James.

    (1)

  • Anna Marie C.

    does the still-on-the-rise gho area need another "i'm trying too hard to pretend i'm not trying' bar? apparently, the answer was yes. pub and kitchen occupies the former chaucer's space. now it's sleek and modern with a long wooden bar, some seats, some tv's. a menu that includes some fancied up bar food, lotsa beer, and wines by the bottle and by the glass. the crowd is a mix of the same "i'm trying too hard to pretend i'm not trying" types, and some dirty hipsters. yay for outdoor seating. boo to the bartender who was kind of a bitch. i'm glad your parents stopped by at the bar, but seriously, you asked my friends not to take the now open stools so your parents can sit? go grab other chairs for them. if i lived closer, i'd probably be back.

    (3)

  • Jenna M.

    As a pretentious yuppie, I love Pub and Kitchen!! .... Oh wait, I'm neither a yuppie nor pretentious. I'm just a food and beer-loving gal who is comfortable hanging with people from all walks of life. Ok then. I still love Pub and Kitchen! The menu, while small, has well earned the hype. The upscale pub food concept works! P&K makes the first decent fish n' chips I've had in this city. So flaky and delish. Every little item was amazing... the mussels appetizer, the savory thin fries, even the mushy peas. My one quibble is I wish there were at least one vege option. Yeah I'm not really a vegetarian, considering I ate fish & chips, mussels, and a bite of my man's lobster BLT. But still, I'm curious to see what the chef could do with non-formerly sentient ingredients. The beer selection is above-average, though the prices are too. And for $6 it wouldn't kill them to give you a full pint rather than a small glass. The service and atmosphere were excellent on an early Saturday evening. We had a largish group (anything above 4 will be a stretch in the main room) plus an extra person showed up later, but our waitress was sweet and welcoming to all. She was fun to talk to as well, and she gave good recommendations on beer & foods. P&K is a little too far above my usual price range to become a new regular spot, but I think the price reflects the quality (except for the beer volume issue discussed above). I'll definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Dom R.

    Elevated Pub Food with great beers and cocktails is what you will find here at the Pub & Kitchen. This place has been added to my regular rotation of great bars in the city that also serve great food. The Churchill Burger is a must order, as it is one of the best in the city. Is it my favorite burger of all time? Maybe not, but it is damn tasty. So simple, the special blend of LaFrieda meat really is the star with this burger. Topped simply with caramelized onions and Bone Marrow butter, it is super tasty. The fries were awesome as well, extra crispy and plentiful. Some of the best fries in the city. The menu is rather small with daily specials, but I appreciate that, as every item is done really well. The bar definitely has that New York atmosphere as I am sure that is what they are going for. Especially with serving NY's LaFrieda beef along with a variety of offerings from NY's SixPoint Brewery. Mmmmmh Bengali Tiger - one of my favorite beers. It is rather dark inside as others have complained about, but I don't really mind it. Expect to see patrons using their cell phone's LED to read the menu. The female bartenders are great. Attractive and knowledgeable. What more can you ask for? Yes, another beer.

    (4)

  • Jacqueline C.

    O.k., so you get what you pay for... foremost the atmosphere and the service; the dimly lit inviting space (save the rock hard seats) and a nice view (at any point in time this place is filled filled with more good looking people than not, including the servers... and let's be frank, this can be difficult to find in Philly). The outside seating is also great when the snow melts. Oh and most of the glassware and napkins have the 1/2 pig 1/2 rabbit symobol on them. I wonder how many glasses disappear weekly. This is a great date spot, but not a place to meet other people... there is little to no mingling among the patrons. The service is great. Attentive histesses/ waiters/ waitresses/ bar tenders (although you might not be able to pick them out as they all dress in street clothes) always wear a smile. The laid back clothes just add to the laid back atmosphere of the place in general. Feel free to swing by with a different dates in the same week and they won't even give you an evil eye... or so I have heard. Lol. The beer selection (although not extensive) is better than average and includes decent draft selections. The wine selection... well let's just say it sucks . No really, its horrible (way overpriced and limited to 2-3 horrible selections per grape most all of which can be purchased for less than $15 per bottle at a liquor store). Now for the food. The limited menu is always changing.... which can make it disappointing when your favorite items aren't on the menu and when there is only one veggie option (which is more the case than not). Most of the food is o.k. at best, but there are some stand-outs. Beware... not all of these are fixtures on the menu, so check the menu before sitting down. - Duck (Med-rare and often served in the fall is is served in its own juices and clearly fresh) - The crab/avacado salad (often served in the summer is very fresh and a nice portion size for a light meal) - Mussells (the preparation changes, but they are fresh and served with two perfectly taosted wedges of bread) - Fries (pomee frites preparation...best with apple cider and plenty for 3-4 to share) - Olives (a good selection and a steal for the size of the bowl you get... skip the grocery store and get take-out) - Hot wings (they are small, but tastey and you get quite a few... also served with carrot sticks and celery for added crunch) - The burger (In the interest of full disclosure I haven't tried it... but I have heard good things). The entire menu is over priced, but hey I warned you... Happy eating!

    (3)

  • Pamela S.

    by 3 stars, i really mean 3.5- white brick walls, cool rustic furniture, seasoned, attractive employees. and the lighting is lovely.. nay, PERFECT. probably good for a blind date. and service is good and timely. but 3.5 could've been 4 if it wasn't so expensive for what i'm getting. and if the kitchen was more accommodating. the first time i ever ate there, (around when it first opened), i ordered ravioli and received 3 or 5 pieces for $11-13. another time i visited, i tried substituting a salad for fries with my burger. and my server said, "no, sorry, the kitchen won't do that." are you $^%ER@# kidding me??? it wasn't a super modification. it's not as if i asked for a burger with only one bun, no tomato, half piece of lettuce, two onion rings, and love. it wasn't like i wanted to substitute lobster for fries!!! needless to say, this is the first time i've been unable to substitute. i'm usually really easy to please, but this is the first time i've ever felt difficult. at least in my head. is this in my head? unforgivable.

    (3)

  • Adrienne M.

    What cute decor! AND THE best burger I've EVER had. Or at least tied for first. The Churchill burger was heaven. A little ridiculous that it feels the need to cost $20, but I didn't walk out regretting anything. When I asked the waitress if I could add cheese (it only comes with sauteed onions,) she said of course, but that it really wasn't necessary. I took her advice and ordered sans cheese, all of us did. Good thing too. She was right - there is just no need for cheese. In fact, I personally think it'd make it less good. The burger was SO flavorful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!­!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I couldn't quite put my finger on what made it taste so good so I asked. The waitress talked about all the different sort of beef in it, I can't remember. Also apparently it's brushed with bone marrow butter. There ya go. Occassionally I'll bake my dog a nice marrow bone and get jealous over the greasy deliciousness she gets to enjoy- but now I can enjoy a similar flavor without feeling guilty sticking my finger in a bubbling hot bone to scoop out chunky melted hunks of fat. I had some drinks and maybe an appetizer or something, but I can't remember any of that. It was all a blur as I sat in anticipation for my burger, ignoring any conversation that was going on among my group.

    (5)

  • Herb B.

    Where to start.... I have given this place much thought. After many visits, I always left feeling like a victim of the best PR team in Philly. They pay for publicity and it shows. The food, in everyone of my experinces here, has been just ok. I order the lobster bisque the first time I was there around their opening and it was good, every other time I've been back it seems to get worse. The burger in my opionion is not that good. It's a bacon cheeseburger. That's it. It's really nothing special, everytime I've ate this burger ( 4 times now ) it's been way overcooked and extremely salty. At first I thought it maybe was the bacon, tried the bacon, and actually the bacon needed salt. So I told my self not to order the burger next time back. I've tried to like this place. But the last time I went really made my mind up for me. I sat down with the girl and some friends after drinking over priced middle of the road beers, glanced at the menu and saw meatloaf. Now I'm not the person to seek out meatloaf, but I figured if anyone can make a bangin meatloaf their chef can. So holding my excitement back I ordered the meatloaf in anticapation of what was ahead of me. I was thinking best meatloaf ever. So the server arrives to the table and places the food down in front of everyone, and I front of me he lies a pulled pork sandwich. I'm confused, the table is confused after hearing me order the meatloaf and talking about how it may erase the memories of horrid meatloafs past. After 10 minutes of sitting there with no server to be found I ate this pile of garbage they called pulled pork. I never said anything out of fear of what I may said to the server, I was extremely pissed. That being said I will never walk through those doors again. After spending hundreds of dollars in this establishment, I give up. Hopefully the money I have spent here will go to one more month of PR. They will surely need it, without the hype this place is just another bar. Nothing more. Also the spotted pig called they want their menu back.

    (2)

  • Penelope D.

    I am so sad to write that I really had a negative experience at Pub and Kitchen. I arrived at this restaurant with a medium size group of friends (6 of us) for a sendoff dinner for a couple moving to Arizona. The hostess had trouble accommodating us and acted slightly put out. It was my first time to the restaurant since it was updated and revamped and became Pub and Kitchen. Upon looking at the menu I realized there were not many Vegetarian options. i asked our waiter if the kitchen could alter an entree and make it Veg friendly for me....and he snidely suggest I try the side of brussel sprouts. I explained I was more hungry then for just a small side plate and he simple repeated himself, "your best bet are the brussel sprouts." Such a bummer. I used to frequent this place when it was Chaucer's. Just walking in the door made me feel nostalgic. I really wanted to enjoy my dinner there. I would give Pub and Kitchen a second chance cause I am a forgiving lady, but I do hope they would be slightly more accommodating to someone with dietary restrictions. I have lots of friends who love this restaurant and I would like to join them for dinner sometime!

    (1)

  • Nick M.

    My favorite place in Philly. Great atmosphere (very cool lightbulbs!), interesting beer selection, AWESOME food. My fav combo is the deviled eggs, churchhill burger, and whatever hoppy beer they have on draft. You won't be let down.

    (5)

  • Zhanna P.

    Went here for Brunch on Saturday afternoon. The menu was kind of small and had more lunch choices rather than breakfast where I like an even proportion of both. I ordered the breakfast americana which was good, but nothing extraordinary, but I mean I guess it is kind of hard to make eggs and bacon fabulous. Their fries were delicious though I must say. I wanted to try the Windsor Burger but refrained as I was in a breakfast mood. I hear it is quite delicious and I guess I will have to go back and see.

    (3)

  • Geronimo G.

    I like the family feel here. Maybe it's the narrow layout or the lowish ceilings or something.

    (4)

  • Kristin C.

    The BunnyPig as it's affectionately known as is a great spot for food and friendship! It does get a bit crowded, but it's perf when you can get a table outside! I've eaten there twice so far, once too long ago to reference and the second time, I had a burger at about 11pm whilst standing at the crowded bar watching the winter olympics, and it was delicious. It didn't stand out for any particular reason as far as my burger tastings have gone but it was juicy, perfectly medium rare and hit the spot and sometimes that's just enough! I drink there often and really like the atmosphere, Chaucers was empty the few times I was in there so they definitely made the most of the location! Kudos!

    (4)

  • Nick M.

    It's a pretty cool place. Limited beer selection, but it seems to be heavily curated (read: no bad options). Haven't had proper food there, but the wings and fries are awesome. Also, other friends have been big fans of the oysters.

    (4)

  • Liz B.

    Fun place, good assortment of food choices. Fish was really yummy.

    (4)

  • JEAN S.

    Good brunch too! They have a couple of different bloody mary options, plus a few other brunch appropriate cocktails. I usually don't order the sweet things at brunch, but I went for french toast and it was just right. It was served with homemade jam and a vanilla bean butter, plus I ordered a side of very fluffy scrambled eggs. Place is better with every visit.

    (4)

  • Andrea C.

    There was a time when all i wanted to do was have an old fashioned at pub and kitchen, eat some meatloaf and take in my ipod playlist on the speakers. It's changed considerably. i don't know if the food quality dropped with the economy, but even their burgers are failing. The only thing i recently had there with which i was impressed was sauteed swiss char with almonds and cranberries. (It was really well cooked with no bitter and all the flavor, just like char is supposed to taste). Their oysters are good if you're lucky enough to get there on a west coast day, but even then, they seem to get the small batches. A real regret is that whatever bartender made me fall in love with the old fashioned has since wandered into a place of cheap watered down bourbon and cloying bitters. A real shame for a bourbon cherry to go bad in a drink like that. Oh, and who took the doughnuts? Really? Of all the dessert items, you took the homemade doughnuts with chocolate dipping sauce? For shame! I'm hoping that as the winter rolls closer, we'll see the meatloaf again, with mushy peas, and mashed potatoes like a good simple urban hipster bar should class up. For now, meh on all fronts except the neat interior and pretty awesome wait staff.

    (3)

  • Amanda D.

    You know what, I like this place. It's ok. Not my favorite place in the city, but it's good enough. Food is good- my friend (fellow yelper Jason F.) got some sort of really thick Irish bacon that was AWESOME. I've had to burger- it's fine, the 1/2 chicken is fine as well. I like the bathroom area for some reason, not sure exactly why. It's downstairs, like you're going into a cave or something. Bloody Mary's are good. Staff + servers are very friendly. Chef is SMOKIN HOT.

    (3)

  • Kathryn M.

    I found myself in Pub and Kitchen in the middle of the snowstorm on Saturday night. Originally looking for a coffee shop to read a good book for a little time outside of the house I ended up with a beer and an order of fries and not enough light to read. Luckily, it was just what the Dr. ordered. Tucked away at one of the last tables in the bar area I enjoyed great service and a tasty snack for the cold weather. The fries were perfectly thin cut and crisp on the outside with a nice light texture inside. The truffle dijonnaise that accompanied them was tasty although a bit heavy on the truffle (and I love truffle anything). The beer list was extensive and varied enough for any palate and the dimly lit interior was the stuff of poetry. I will definitely be back.

    (4)

  • john c.

    Finally i found a proper gastropub that has some strong foundations. They have all the basic and the do it solid! Excellent fish chips, Salmiing burger and a great sense of creativity with what can seem like a plain old dish. I had a frisee salad topped with deep fried egg and a kicking mustard vinaigrette. First time i was happy to order a salad, it's defintiey not a DIET type of salad. Following that with a half rack of baby backs wasn't he healthiest choice but mmmm boy was it good. I did wish it had a little more bite to the meat (sometimes too tender, i prefer a little more tooth) but not bad for a non bbq joint. I wanna eat the whole damn menu. Great place to chill all year round. these guys are good, reminds me of Spotted Pig.

    (4)

  • Carly A.

    I normally don't like fish when I order it at restaurants. The trout was amazing. The Churchhill burger was to die for. I was disappointed, however, that they didn't have a few of the beers that I wanted to try.

    (4)

  • Ti L.

    While I am somewhat perturbed by the up-and-coming trend of deviled eggs as haute cuisine, I was impressed with an interesting array of food choices at Pub & Kitchen. They do a great job of giving you an opportunity to try something new, while also pleasing your palate with some staple pub fare. Check out the appetizers! Their sauces are oh so saucy.

    (4)

  • Emily C.

    Goat cheese and crab gnocchi, mussels, cheddar and bacon cheeseburger, bloody marys... Need I say more? It's a small space so it does get loud and crowded fast... so if you want quiet, get there early. I love the pabbit.

    (5)

  • Bryan A.

    A couple of friends and I came into pub and kitchen for brunch. We walk to the corner of the block and come to a stop wondering if the corner area we were looking at is actually pub and kitchen since we didn't see any sign or label on the outside stating it's name, after seeing the menu on the wall and seeing the familiar bunny mascot on the menu we realized it was the restaurant we were looking for. Right when we walked through the front door we are greeted by the hostess and walked down a stretched dining room. There were four of us and we ordered two burgers to split between two of us. The burger I ended up splitting was cooked well done with an egg and cheddar on top ( the burger normally doesn't come with cheddar. I also ordered a coffee that was constantly refilled by the attentive waitress, before I knew it, I was hyped up on caffeine and ready to chowdown on my burger. Not soon before long, the burgers came out and the feast was about to begin. The burger ended up being really juicy for a well done burger and the gooey cheese just stretched out with every single bite I took out of the burger. Before I knew it, the burger was gone and all that was left was a pile of fairly crispy fries. It was a good meal all in all and the service was awesome. We only came in for the burgers because we had a mission that day to try a couple other burger places in the city.

    (4)

  • Barry P.

    Fancy Bar. This isn't some frat boy bar. I've been here a couple of times, and have been pretty impressed for the most part. The bartender's are a little slow, I've definitely waited to be asked what I wanted to drink for more than 5-10 minutes, which is a little annoying. The beer selection is pretty good, and the food is good as well. The music they play here is pretty hip and trendy as well. I've definitely heard some Cold War Kids, which I'm down for. Overall, if you want a relaxed, nice, not filled with assholes bar, stop by at Pub and Kitchen and you won't be disappointed.

    (4)

  • Ronald S.

    The food was good even though nothing was hot or for that matter overly warm. Server didn't inform us what they were out of until I had tried to order them(3 different items). I would say that all in all not a bad experience but not somewhere I felt warranted going back to for more than a drink.

    (2)

  • Mikonora R.

    Best burger in the city!

    (5)

  • Edward S.

    The wines they pour are good and varied, beers are good- a little unexciting but it fits with the whole British themed menu. Food is very good- the burger is great- well prepared both times I've had it. I've sampled various other menu items and Service is decent and the crowd is low key in a very white collar kind of way. I wouldn't go there to get bombed, I wouldn't go there for a fancy dinner. An upscale local bar is the best way to put it. A 3.5 edging on 3.75 so I rounded up.

    (4)

  • Grant C.

    Pub and Kitchen was good, but not great. The staff was friendly and attentive. The decor was typical of what you would expect of a gastropub: woody, homey, and casually candlelit. The food was tasty. We ordered the buffalo wings and sweet breads for appetizers and fish and chips and the Churchill burger for our main courses. Everything was above average except the fish & chips, which we thought were just OK. There were about 8-10 beers on draft. I enjoyed the porter and the hoppier IPA. In addition, we thought the pre-prohibition cocktails (e.g. Dark and Stormy and the Old Fashioned) were fun. Our main complaint was the price. Two people for $150, which included a 20% tip and 6 drinks. Now for basic pub food, that is a little steep. Bottom line: it was good but for the same amount of money, I would go to Village Whiskey.

    (3)

  • Krista B.

    Okay, when I saw this place I had high hopes. Cool from the outside- hip and modern pub atmosphere inside...the only thing the place is missing is an ounce of warmth. I am a pub kind of girl, but you can't do a pub and remove the warm friendly vibe. This place is great if you need to be reminded of how much money you have. I don't mind pricey, either, but there is no reason to go back here, unfortunately. We also found the owner to be quite cold and even a little rude during the two times we tried to converse with him. Come on! Insert a little friendliness and this place would get at least four stars, but I won't be back to see if they ever do it.

    (2)

  • Phil R.

    Picture the scenario: You've just flown in from England, you're tired, it's humid, it feels like 1 am and you're hungry. You want food that you know, but you're happy to try some American stuff, too. You want it to be tasty but not too expensive. Sound reasonable? Alright, not if you live in Philly, but you know what I mean... Go to Pub and Kitchen. There's a pub. English style, with pints and everything. And a kitchen. With great food cooked extremely well. I had a dark n stormy (rum and ginger) and it was just what I wanted to wake me up and see me through the night. Then I had the gnocchi, which was quite simply the best I've ever had. Light, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, wonderfully seasoned with subtle flavors, it was awesome. The salad we shared was simple but great - well dressed and fresh. The burger and salmon also looked very tasty. It's a good spot and it gets the mixture of drinking hole and restaurant absolutely right. The chef is fantastic and the atmosphere is perfect. Far from a sports bar, it does show the game on the screens so you can keep score without it being intrusive on your night out with buddies.

    (4)

  • Steve Y.

    Good food, but a little on the pricey. The service was excellent. The staff turned me on to a new beer which was great. Beth our server was wonderful.

    (4)

  • PB K.

    Sometimes this place is spot on, like the time I had the tasting menu with morels and a cream sauce, others it's pretty horrendous. Took my dad there after raving about it, and he ordered their signature burger, and it came out luke warm despite the fact we were one of the only ones in there, and the rest of the meal was less than stellar as well. Service is also hit or miss; one day your server will be just the right amount of attentive, the next they are no where to be found.

    (3)

  • Johnny B.

    i like their wings, tiny emberly farm raised nibbles. so so good. and their burgers two. pat la frieda meats. the "church hill" gets a special p&k blend but for $18. engh...come with, some sauteed onions and fries....engh...its only 7 more...its delicious...but...okay. well if its a special la frieda blend. oookay. the hamburger at $11 is a practical splurgeless choice. and hey, its also la frieda....meat.. then you have to build it and add a cheese. sometimes i kind of miss their old burger...the W...one. that one sold me from the start. yes...the Windsor. that was a good burger. it kept me coming back. but then again they are all good burgers...that come with awesome fries...get the truffled aioli and...stop reading this and go eat one. and their wings....so good. and deviled eggs...three, so so yummy. eat, eat, eat. you little bengali tiger. go.

    (4)

  • Morgan P.

    Just get the pork sandwich. It's to die for. I've been there about 4-5 times and always ordered the pork, though I swear to myself each time that I'll get something different. Never happens--that sandwich is just too darn good. My co-diner has ordered the burger, and that seems pretty good (though not the best I've had in the city). Oh, and the cocktails are pretty tasty, if a teeny bit small for the price. Worth a visit, but I can't attest to the quality of anything except the pork.

    (4)

  • N L.

    What a great place. I had heard about it and finally went one Saturday afternoon. It was that quiet time of the afternoon, too late for lunch and too early for dinner or hard core drinking. We sat outside under the awning and spent an hour or so having one of the best Philadelphia lunches I remember. The day was sunny but the trees kept us sheltered. Buses and traffic passed but there were moments of only bikes and pedestrian traffic. People were out walking their dogs. We could hear each other without shouting. Wow. Now on to the actual food and service. The waiter had the whole outside to himself but he appeared when needed and disappeared when not= good service. I had the pulled pork sandwich and ate the whole thing. That chipotle sauce kept bringing me back for another bite, a new take on an old staple. The one disappointment was the mojito which appeared to be missing mint and sweetness. Weird, so I ordered some beer to follow. They have a nice wine list as well, which is great when that's what you want and yet your friends can keep drinking their beer. Pub and Kitchen has just the perfect amount of gastropubiness missing in a lot of the city's other so-named establishments. True, it's helped by having a kingly location but it doesn't drop the ball in the service or food or drink departments either. P&K, clone yourself.

    (4)

  • Tim L.

    Definition of a gastropub. Very good bar with superb bartenders. Menu is sometimes slightly over the top with dishes that, while unique, don't always work well together. There are couple of very good staples on there however and they do them well. Burger and octopus are the best.

    (3)

  • Jessica S.

    Yes, Pub & Kitchen is on the pricier side and yes, the crowd is a bit yuppy but I still love this place. Maybe it's the outdoor seating or the delicious $3 bar snacks or the amazing fries or the nicely curated beer menu or the fact that I live across the street....Pub & Kitchen has quickly become my "go-to" place for a chill night and drinks with friends. Order a dark & stormy. During certain busy nights (like game nights) they'll open the second floor which has 3 or 4 large plasma-screen TVs and a second bar. Beware the Friday and Saturday night crowd as it does skew yuppy - and by that I mean ANNOYING. Did I mention they do brunch on the weekends?

    (4)

  • Dan S.

    It was our first time in Philly last October and the weather was nice enough to we wander from neighborhood to neighborhood. On the way back to the hotel we spied what looked like a pub at which to kill time before another restaurant opened. I was more than pleasantly surprised by the beer menu, and the "snacks," including one of the best cheese plates I've ever tasted had us thinking we might have to cancel our other dinner reservations. To round out a meal, my wife had a fish dish with "smushy peas" and I had the sage/apple/pumpkin risotto. It was also early enough in the day that we completely missed the most of the dinner/drinks after work crowd, so the atmosphere held up. We practically had the place to ourselves for a while. All in all it was the perfect place to stumble into.

    (4)

  • Sean B.

    Great place to hang out with a group of friends nice atmosphere candles dark. Food is ok can at times be overpriced.

    (3)

  • Kelly W.

    This review is widely overdue. I'm always impressed with the service, food, and drinks here. I've been here for Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Snacks, and simply cocktails and always have a great time. I love that they have a large bar as well as ample standing room around the bar (Sorry about that one time and the cartwheels). The one star is deducted because I'm a sucker for consistency and I miss their old burger, the 2 patties are a bit much for me but its still pretty incredible. So happy I can call this a neighborhood favorite!

    (4)

  • Elizabeth W.

    Chilled asparagus soup with whiskey and sage bread was superb. I loved the individual loaf of bread - it looked charming. Easy place to be on your own but not feel marooned.

    (4)

  • Steve T.

    Had a generally good time here a P&K for a friend's birthday party. We rented out the entire second floor for this extravaganza, and the food and service were both good. Only caveat: parking is simply hellacious, at least for a weekend night, and after driving around for half an hour I ended up parking about five blocks away. If you are planning on dining here, be sure to allow extra time to park or take your corporate helicopter. I'm sure the CEO won't mind.

    (4)

  • Tommy M.

    Went for brunch this morning, and I'm glad my "friend" took me here! Small place with nice outdoor seating, and seriously great drinks. My "friend" and I had the Wrangler (spicy Bloody Mary), and I really appreciated the ample amount of vodka in my drink (always a big judgement point for me). Came with a lemon and cherry pepper - excellent addition to the drink. I had the sausage and biscuit, and my "friend" had eggs with bacon and toast. Both of our meals were good, but the biscuit was perfectly buttery/cheddary, and mine came with mixed greens (which we both loved). The only reason I'm giving this place 4 stars is because the sausage tasted more like kielbasa than what I was expecting (however, my "friend" notified me that they make it in house, so props for that). As a side note, our bartender/server, Alexis, was a real gem. Sweet girl, knowledgable, good conversationalist, and mixes a good drink. If you get a chance, I'd recommend sitting at the bar to be served by her (she gets 5 stars for sure). I will be checking this place out for happy hour, but I'd definitely recommend brunch in the meantime!

    (4)

  • Eric C.

    5 minutes sitting at the bar and no service from the bartender or other staff wasn't overly crowded either.

    (1)

  • Diana Y.

    The dishes were a bit salty for my taste. The drinks, on the other hand, are definitely the forte of this place. Loved the ambience and laid back atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Chris C.

    Outstanding meal. Girlfriend and I got all apps and no booze mind you BUT what we got was awesome. Beet Salad, wings and we both confirmed that the brussel sprout app was the best each of us had ever had and we both love them so thats a long list!

    (4)

  • Lisa R.

    Everyone in our party of 4 had to try their famed burger -- we found it good, not great with inexplicable variations in how well-cooked each one was. You get two thin, stacked burgers. I don't like the lack of juiciness in a pressed flat burger but as long as it's not over-cooked it can be good (but not great). Mine was pink within. Good. My friend's was well-done and hard. They were all ordered and cooked at the same time so, given how many they make, it should be down to a science. (Or math.) The thin fries were good, not destination fries, but good. I liked our server, who accommodated our individual variations on their burger, but she did overlook warning me off their garlic aoli which comes on the burger even though I'd alerted her to my garlic allergy. (I don't see a need to ever put mayonnaise on a burger -- they are fatty enough.) I will return to try other menu items that looked appealing. Hard wood seating was surprisingly comfortable. They do NOT offer a gluten free burger bun, just bunless burgers on a plate for the IBS-sufferer in our group. Had to ask to have it on lettuce. (P&K doesn't offer any gluten free bread option, despite this town having an excellent gluten free bakery, Taffett's, that delivers their great burger bun, baguettes, and breads to many area restaurants, including the nearby Miles' Table. 12% of US households buy gluten free products, most because of serious health reasons. That's a big chunk of potential patrons to be refusing to accommodate. And, clearly, the waitstaff is not well versed enough in the ingredients of each dish, or I'd have been warned off the aoli when I declared a garlic allergy.) Still, giving them another shot, with my guard up. It's a very casual, pleasant space.

    (4)

  • Danie G.

    This place is confounding to me - so am going with 'hit or miss' yet feeling slightly bad about that. First, it is uncomfortably loud because they put the music up high and then people talk louder to make up for it. I think that surprised me because it's so cute inside! I expected so much better given the look and feel that they would opt for this. The drinks were okay - the old fashioned was nice, but the January special had WAY too much crushed ice and looked like a beach drink. (Yes, in January - the last thing I want in 20 degree weather is an icy drink.) Service was nice. She was frustrated with us (understandably because my friend could not decide what to order) but attentive and helpful. Appetizer (squid) was fantastic - I would definitely order it again because the celery root and almonds were so tasty. My entree (risotto) was terrible though. The rice was not cooked long enough (I don't want it mushy, but it should not be crunchy) and the oysters tasted wrong. The whole thing was cold. (I kind of want my $22 back!) Overall, it is definitely not worth the price. If I went back it would be for a drink and an appetizer at the bar.

    (2)

  • Chris S.

    Have been here roughly 15 times in the past 4-5 months and every time I come its great. Awesome burger, good mussels, and solid beer list. Service has always been good and the menu is reasonably priced. It's a good place to bring a date or just go and hang out with some friends at the bar. Would recommend this place to anyone.

    (5)

  • Christin K.

    Love this place, the servers and bartenders are always friendly and on point. The food is tasty, the burger is well-seasoned and delicious, the cheese board is excellent. Beers are reasonably priced. It can get a little crowded and loud, but the ambiance is cozy and warm.

    (4)

  • Rachel K.

    I loved this place! I went here with my boyfriend and his family. The place has dim, beautiful antique lighting and is a great noise level - pleasantly loud but not overbearing. It was a nice place to share a meal and conversation. The menu was split into three sections - Pub Snacks, Starters, and Entrees. We were very impressed with the Pub Snack and Starter options so we chose to turn it into a tapas style meal and shared many of the plates. We chose: deviled eggs, smoked chicken wings, chili marinated cauliflower, brussels sprouts, ricotta gnudi, mussels, and roasted squid. The chicken wings, squid, brussels sprouts and ricotta gnudi are amazing. The mussels were absolutely huge and the broth was delicious! Can't wait to come back!

    (5)

  • Adam R.

    This place was no better than OK. The drinks and apps were fine. I got the chicken sandwich for my main course. I did not think a bad chicken sandwich was a thing but I guess I was wrong. It was inedible

    (2)

  • Nam D.

    I'm not sure why pub and kitchen has three and half stars on yelp, every time I've eaten here, it was delicious. Pork chop is probably my favorite entree, also like there oysters, whiskey sage bread and cheese plate. This place is one of the better options for grad hospital peeps.

    (4)

  • Michele F.

    I've now been to Pub and Kitchen for both dinner and weekend brunch and have come to two different conclusions on this restaurant. The Dinner menu at Pub and Kitchen is good and everyone I was with enjoyed there meal but I think all of us left hungry. Pub and kitchen is known for their burger, which is delicious but its not worth the price. The burger costs about 20 dollars and did not even come with french fries. I found this too much for a bar burger without a side. One of the members of our party got the fish and chips, which they felt to be a meager portion. For the price of this "bar" food there should be more food. A few months after going to pub and kitchen for dinner I went for brunch and was pleasantly surprised. First off the atmosphere during the day is great and the restaurant had very nice natural light. At brunch my roommate and I both got the burger and were pleasantly surprised. After receiving a meager portion at dinner, I found the brunch burger to be cheaper( about fourteen dollars) and it came with a huge side of fries. I left brunch fully satisfied with my meal. I would definitely recommend this place for brunch or after dinner drinks but as for dinner I think you can find another place for dinner where you get more food for your money.

    (3)

  • Em W.

    Pub & Kitchen has a great reputation in Philadelphia, and I was looking forward (after several years passing by on work trips) to give it a try. For the price and all the hype, it really was disappointing. I got the deviled eggs (which were cute, but tasteless) and the gnocchi (which was HUGE and pasty and not good at all). My dinner companion and I split the fries, which were the best part. (But honestly, all fries are good fries, right??) Finally, service was friendly, but not all that engaging. Given all the wonderful food to choose from in Philly, I will not be back to Pub & Kitchen.

    (2)

  • Michael B.

    I go here about once a year (this year happened to be on their "Country Delight" night). I WANT to go here much more often. Here's the deal. What I LOVE about this place is the food. I've had nothing but good experiences here - and the brisket, grits, fried pickles, fried chicken, and braised greens I tasted last night were outstanding enough - ahem - brisket that rivals any I've had all over Texas* - to raise what might have been a two-star rating all the way to four. Despite my ranking, I have such a mixed feeling towards the P&K. I've been enough times to know that, frankly, it's generally not my scene. The oft-yuppie clientele can be snooty and unfriendly, the waitstaff is hit or miss (some are so sweet and helpful; others do not seem to give a rat's ass about your feelings or experience at P&K**). In addition, the happy hour is not very "happy" for me, as not one of the brews from their more-than-half-decent craft draught selection is discounted ($3 hard ciders, $5 merlot, $5 dark and stormies.. I mean I guess I'll take a D&S but what I want is the Racer 5 on the discount list!) But while some others don't, at least they HAVE a happy hour. My suggestion? Only hire staff who know how to smile and how to make people feel good and want to come back. And, as I've already eluded to, put at least three of your draughts on happy hour. I will be back, but probably not again until the Country Delight shindig of late '14.. so I can devour slabs upon slabs of the black stuff. And for god's sake, let me handle the happy hour music next year (Tom Petty and Jackson Browne are all well and good... but not for the Western theme y'all were so eager to embody). *Holy crap, chef. How in god's name did you make that brisket?? You put practically all the brisket I've ever had to shame. I savored every bite like it was my last. Thank you! **I was a bit offended when the bartender immediately shot down my simple and friendly request to put on my ipod's Western playlist. At 4:30PM. When I was the only person at the bar. Even if you were instructed not to allow this (I'm not sure because you would hardly speak a word to me), how about an "I'm really sorry that we can't do that... I wish we could.. I like your enthusiasm.. let me double check with my manager.."?? Stoicism and arrogance are attributes to which I am vehemently opposed. You're lucky I'm nice and still tipped you 20+% on principle.

    (4)

  • Sara B.

    Right around the corner from our house - this is our (my husband and I) go to for everything! Brunch, a cocktail, a late night snack, a date night! We love pub and kitchen so much - such a cool vibe and such great people, the food is the best too :) Love it!

    (5)

  • Mike M.

    Very good food, had the braised short rib; good portion size, cooked perfectly and very tasty. For appetizers, get the brussels sprouts, best I've ever had in my life. The salads are also very tasty. People I was with got the fish and chips was pretty good, not memorable though. Ambiance is a little too dark, cannot even read the menus at night, staff was very friendly.

    (4)

  • Lauren C.

    Met a girlfriend here a few weeks ago for a drink. The place had just gotten done being renovated, and I must say it looks fantastic! Having only stumbled in in the past, I didn't have firm bearings of exactly what changed specifically, but I did observe a whole lot more bar seating against the back wall that was formerly standing-room only- major plus in my book. Also- beware! They switched up the ladies/mens room. They have signage telling you of this when you go down the steps, but I ran right past that, and nearly avoided an embarassing situation before catching myself. So we started off with the red sangria. The beverage was mixed amazingly well, and the fruit that they throw in there is delish. I really love it when the fruit spends some quality time in the booze thus becoming booze-fruit, but this wasn't the case with this sangria. It still tasted great and did the trick just fine. Along with the renovations came some shifts in the menu. My friend was horrified to see that some Churchill burger wasn't on there anymore that was quite a to-do previously. Vegetarianism dictates that I didn't particularly care... nor was I too upset by the absence of this item. We decided to share something small. Please be advised that the menu shown on yelp isn't the latest/greatest. It's a lot more abstract? now. We had this delicious, warm baked bread dipped in this sweet yet savory compote of olives and fruit. It got the job done, but I don't think I'd go back seeking this out. All in all, it was a great spot to hang out. They're just getting used to their new menu, so I'd defintily check back once they got the hang of it for sure. As a vegetarian, my options are limited, but I guess thats what you get at a place with a rabbit/pig on their sign. The place is sophisitcated, yet layed back, and in a great little neighborhood. That is the greatest appeal, along with their amazing drinks, and that is what I'll be back for!

    (3)

  • Sang D.

    Been for brunch and dinner. Brunch was bland and the portions were way too small. Probably 5 home fries to go with my tiny $14 bowl of polenta and eggs and tiny 2 slices of pancetta or whatever swine it was. Wouldnt go back. Dinner was pretty much priced out of my budget but ive had the cheeseburger two or three times, its delicious, and the wings are good too. Great atmosphere, very stylish, fun place to drink. Love the look of the place.

    (3)

  • Lauren S.

    I can see why Pub & Kitchen made the 2012 Top 50 Bar list. It was a little too classy for some of my dodgeball teammates but there more a dive bar type crowd. They also may of been a little turned off because we grab a spot at the bar and were asked to move seats to back ledge area. I wasn't a fan of this either. The food was excellent, I know there menu changes seasonally but if you ever see the brussels sprouts on the menu I highly recommend them. Minus the seat move the servers were friendly. I look forward to checking this place out again.

    (4)

  • Kristine E.

    I went to Pub & Kitchen for the first time last week after a long day at work -- They were running a special called the Restaurant Week Relief (I think) $20 for a a half dz oysters, burger & fries, and a beer -- let's just say.. probably one of the better burgers I've had in the city in a long time! Their kitchen is open late and they had a great bar selection! Our server Beth was also pretty awesome! We will definitely be back soon!

    (5)

  • J S.

    Went here last night for restaurant week...hostess Stephanie was awesome n very helpful...we got there a bit late n switched our seats outside cos it was hot as balls inside...took a little bit for our server to arrive n thought maybe it was cos he looked like Rob McElhenney lol...we shld of ordered right away but my buddies had questions n were disappointed with the unfamiliar selections...we place the orders getting one of each of the starters, all got the waygu bavette steak, 2 got the panna cotta n 1 olive oil cake....the chefs special was kinda funky...think it was like chicken liver spread on English muffin bite which to me tasted like slightly oily pb&j (it was interesting). The heirloom tomato salad was blah, the ricotta gnnochi was rich n heavy but the cape cod mussels were pretty awesome but then I love mussels!! Svc was so slow man...dude kept forgetting to get our refills, plates, utensils from the start n we didn't know he was waiting for us to let him know we were done with the apps so we were hungry when the mains came out...The medium rare waygu bavette steak was good for me...my buddies were still disappointed with the foreign looking apps n they were happy to see red meat n potatoes lol...desert was pretty good..enjoyed the panna cotta...I think the non restaurant week items wld probably make for a better first impression as the best part of my meal were the mussels by far..cant say if the slow forgetful service was a factor as we were there for like 2 hrs but was a bit underwhelmed. I'd say my meal was good enough for me to want to come back to try the other items like the rabbit meatball or Arctic char

    (3)

  • Elaine L.

    I came here with a group of 2 gals after hearing some good reviews of their burger. It wa sa beautiful day and we wanted an al fresco style happy hour/dinner thing going on. We came in, sat down and decided on the cocktails and wine. I'm not a crazy drink person but I enjoyed my cocktail. On to the food though, I settled for their burger which was definitely good. Meat was cooked to perfection and the addition of the bacon was just what made the burger pretty memorable. I would say I'm a burger snob and I prefer burgers that aren't bleeding and moo'ing (rare) but I don't want my burger tough enough to chuck it at someone (well). I like them medium rare and they were quite successful in that regard. I would love to come back to try their bread since I've heard it's one of the best around but it definitely is a must come back place!

    (4)

  • Gautam T.

    If you read reviews that don't mention the burger or (maybe the brunch) just move on and focus on the burger. The reason why you would come to Pub & Kitchen is to figure out for yourself which is the best burger spot in the city. Is it. 1) Village Whiskey 2) Pub & Kitchen or 3) PYT. I can't answer this question because I haven't had a chance to eat the PYT burger yet. I will tell you that Pub & Kitchen has a sinful burger that has a very smokey flavor which is insatiable. Eat the burger and let me know your thoughts on what you think the best burger in town is.

    (4)

  • Edmund S.

    Went for the first time last night with friends and was amazed at the quality of the food and the friendliness of the staff. We had oysters, mussels, and smoked wings for appetizers and the rabbit meatballs and roasted chicken for entrees. Excellent!!! I recommend this place to everybody.

    (4)

  • Jan S.

    Stopped by for dinner during a weekend trip to Philly from NYC. Walked in on a Sat night without a reservation, and the wait was 2 hours long for a party of 4. My friends and I managed to get seats at the bar, so we just ordered food and beer at the bar instead of waiting 2 hours for a table. The atmosphere is trendy - The bar area is very long and spacious, but it eventually got really crowded through the evening. I noticed there were maybe only 15-20 dining tables towards the back of the restaurant - goodluck getting seated at a table! Honey Whiskey Wings - The sauce was sweet, but that's pretty much it. There was no depth in flavor, cant really taste any whiskey in the sauce - nothing too special in my opinion. Mussels in Manhattan Clam Chowder - yummy!! i wanted to soak every last drop of the chowder with bread. The mussels also had good flavor. Disco Fries - I really wanted to like this dish. Handcut fries with peas, ham, chucky cheese sauce and top with a perfectly poached egg. It sounded and looked amazing, but i found the fries too soggy & really greasy. The sauce was bland. It definitely sounded better than it tasted. Green Beans in almond butter -this side dish was surprisingly wonderful. Probably my favorite dish of the night. The beans were perfectly cooked. Crunchy and seasoned well. The butter sauce was dreamy and I love the touch of almond. Every ingredient in the dish made sense and worked great together. Lots of beer on tap! Its definitely a good spot for a quick bite and drinks with friends.

    (3)

  • Tyler L.

    I've never really felt the need to review this place as plenty of people have given there opinion (313 and counting). One reason is that I like the place a lot, but have never really thought the food was good or bad, just a great place to go and drink. That changed this morning over brunch as I munched on chili smoked brisket with a poached egg and brussel sprouts...it was so good that I felt the need to give P&K a review. I would most definitely recommend this place for brunch, a drink, a great spot to meet friends. After this mornings brunch (and after seeing the line for Honeys Sit n Eat (which isn't that good that I would wait for the food)) I am sure I will be back a bunch. The founders imperial stout kicked right before I got some of that deliciousness...but I will say they always have a couple good beers on draught. I admit, I love the Pabbit.

    (4)

  • Evie S.

    Pub and Kitchen is a solid neighborhood place. The food is always tasty (they have a very good burger and I highly recoomend the lamb tartar that's on their menu currently). Wait staff is always pleasant and attentive. I've never had a bad experience here.

    (4)

  • kim N.

    We went for Restaurant Week and the food was very disappointing! I've been to P&K many times and really enjoyed the food. But for RW, we tried the mussels and the gnudi. The mussels were great but the gnudi was very different from the usual preparation - instead of being light and fluffy, the gnude were breaded and heavy. I was not a fan. The mussels were pretty good though. We then tried the monkfish dish and the pork. The pork was surprisingly light and much better (read: good but not something I'd order again b/c kind of boring) than the monkfish which I thought had a weird BBQ sauce and was too heavy. I wasn't a fan. Both desserts, the panna cotta and bread pudding were delicious. The drinks weren't that great but the service was pleasant enough and the meal did end on a high note. I'd recommend going to P&K not for RW but on a regular night.

    (2)

  • Anne A.

    This is a review for brunch only -- I've never eaten at P&K for dinner. I would highly recommend it as a brunch spot, both for ambience and food. Unlike nearby Honeys, it's unlikely that there will be a wait -- pub and kitchen as a brunch spot feels like a well-kept secret. The brunch drinks are great; I went on a snowy day and had a spiked cider, and their bloodies are good as well. In addition, my servers have always been awesome. I want to be their friends. The best part of brunch is that the p&k burger is on the menu; it's one of the best in the city. The French fries are really nice and crispy. I also got a special trout Benedict one day, which was unusual, but a bit too rich for me. If I have one complaint about brunch here, it's that it tends to be a meal on the heavier side. Nevertheless, it's a great spot, and the sunlight streaming into the back room is extremely pleasant.

    (4)

  • Rita C.

    After having Pub & Kitchen on my list for over a year, my boyfriend and I finally headed over last Saturday night to check it out. We walked in to a crowded, loud bar area and I thought "we're screwed" since they don't take reservations. The burger gods must have been smiling down on us because it was only a 30 minute wait for a table, so we headed over to Ten Stone for a beer. As we got back to P&K, it got considerably busier, so we had to snake through the crowd to get to our tiny little table at the back of the bar. We decided to just go with food tonight and save the specialty cocktails for another day. My original plan was to get the burger since there's so many rave reviews about it, but then I was slapped with an orecchiette pasta special with a duck ragout that I just couldn't say no to. (After all, the boyfriend ended up getting the burger, so a couple bites would be enough to see if it lives up to the hype.) The entrees came out. They looked so good...They smelled heavenly. ..They tasted delicious. The pasta dish was just an appetizer, but it was delicious. The duck ragout was very tasty and tasted like it was home cooked all day (just like Grandma would have done it). My only complaint - the pasta was topped with walnuts that seemed completely unnecessary; even having them for show didn't do anything for the plate. Still good though. The burger was big, juicy and delicious. My boyfriend even said it easily rivaled the burgers at Whiskey Village. ***I'd like to go on record for just a second: I completely disagree with his review of this burger. So far no burger compares to the gloriousness of a Village Whiskey burger!*** This burger happened to be topped with blue cheese and red onions. I wasn't a fan of the red onions, but the rest of the burger was absolute perfection. He also ordered a side of fries, which I thought were delicious. All-in-all, P&K delivered up some damn good grub. I will definitely come back in the future, especially to check out brunch!

    (3)

  • Tori P.

    Great service and awesome beer selection make this place a real gem in the graduate hospital neighborhood. We went with a group of 6 on a Saturday night. We started at the bar, and made out way to a table for appetizers. The waitress was charming, attentive and funny. She explained the proverb behind the name of the restaurant, which gave us all a good laugh. The only downside to pub and kitchen was that it's a little far away from other city hit spots. I'll definitely go back when I'm in the neighborhood.

    (4)

  • Trang N.

    We stopped in for cocktails after our dinner at Pumpkin down the street. It's a great corner bar, I would say that it's a step up from your typical pub. (Oh wait, duh, I think this is another gastropub.) I agree with another reviewer that, this bar would not be out of place in Manhattan. A long dark wooden bar runs the length of the space, the mood was very intimate. There is a seating area in the back, set away from the bar crowd. We were able to grab a seat at the bar and we appreciated the fact that there wasn't someone constantly over our shoulder trying to get bar to order drinks! (I value my personal space!) There was a nice selections of beers to chose from as well as well as a variety of bites to nosh on. The sweet aroma of deep fried french fries filled the air, which made my taste buds salivate! I refrained from order it, since we literally just left dinner, but I will definitely be back to try them out, along with the 'Churchill' that everyone seems to rave about! I settled for my other love, freshly shucked oysters! They were done very nicely, subtle in size and delicious. We came in the day that Whitney Houston passed away, so her voice fill the bar space, so I'm not sure what kind of music is usually played. If I lived in the area, I would stop by here more often, unfortunately there isn't a lot of other bars in area for us to make the trek across town, we don't tend to stay at one bar for the entire night, not nonetheless, a great spot!

    (4)

  • Sam W.

    Great range in this place. You can go in and order a burger and beer for a reasonable price or class it up and go with a delicious martini and steak and be equally happy with all.

    (4)

  • Michael H.

    This place is really charming inside and just what you need if you feel like a traditional European pub. Service is friendly, and there's a huge bar that's nice and open to the street on good days. But, I think it's overpriced. Four of us went and had 4-5 small plates and ended up with a bill upwards of $100 - pretty crazy. The mussels were dry and not too flavorful. The rest of the food, I can't remember. A nice neighborhood option for a drink.

    (3)

  • Chandel B.

    Amazing service, food, happy hour specials. All around great vibe, really nice outdoor sidewalk seating.

    (4)

  • Susanne J.

    I had heard so many wonderful things about the burger offerings here. I was so disappointed to find that, on the night I chose to dine in, they had taken their list of burgers down to one - the once famous Churchill Burger, I believe. I've had better at Five Guys. Warm bleu cheese just does not do wonders for me - I felt it gave the burger bitter, gritty taste. It couldn't even be redeemed by the fries. The atmosphere is also overwhelmingly noisy on a Friday night. The music is in constant competition with customers who get louder and louder with each beer they toss back.

    (2)

  • Sarah C.

    I first tasted Eli Collins amazing food when we was a guest chef at Cook for our holiday party. His food was excellent and he was so personable that I made a reservation for me and my husband to go to his restaurant last Friday night. We had surprisingly never been there before. The decor/ambiance was great. we had a nice corner seat in the back and despite the smaller tables and chairs, we didn't feel cramped at all. our service was awesome. the waitstaff was always there when you needed them, but never hoovering. we both remarked to each other as we were walking out, about how great the service was. The food was fantastic! we were in the mood to splurge and had quite a few items: bread with butter: hands down - fantastic! deviled eggs: I wasn't crazy about these, but my husband gobbled them right up squid salad: this was one of the best appetizers on the menu. the sauce it came with lightened up the meal and was so tasty. Gnocchi: the chef sent this up as complementary - this was light and scrumptious Artic Char - I had this. the skin was perfectly crispy and the fish was very nicely cooked and very falvorful Grilled Cheese - my husband had this. It was gone quickly so I assume it was good. The french fries were great - thin, crispy and salty. Overall, a great restaurant to frequently often without breaking the bank.

    (5)

  • Marissa R.

    I enjoyed this spot for a late-night quick adventure with some friends recently. The beer selection was quite varied and I speedily found a scrumptious brew to sip. The food menu wasn't so appealing for a late-night snacker, but I did end up with a bready British appetizer (whose name I'm forgetting), that I'd never tried before. I'm always up for testing the waters with a new dish whenever I can! The ambiance is rather dark, but very warm and comfortable at the same time. I'd like to actually dine on a full meal here sometime in the near future, and then I'll have a better base from which to judge.

    (4)

  • Megan D.

    Great for large groups! We had 11 people in our party and we were treated so well! The server was attentive with drinks, the appetizers were delicious (go for the sage and whiskey bread) and the lamb garganelle. So different and delicious. Would highly recommend! Looks like they have a great bar in front, too.

    (5)

  • Andi S.

    The bartenders are inept and make it obvious that they have never learned any form of mixology. The ingredients they use are not fresh, nor are they locally produced, additionally, their "food" is over-salted, which is a CHEAP TRICK to get naive people to order more drinks. They don't even use proper salt, just cheap table salt, which is pathetic, considering their prices. I don;t mind paying top dollar.....but only if the quality of the ingredients reflect the prices. If you are already drunk, but are hungry, you won't mind the substandard quality of the grub at P & K.

    (2)

  • Julia D.

    Well, that's upsetting. I've waited a while to try P&K; finally got over to Grad Hospital area tonight from Old City only to be severely disappointed. 10:15pm on a Sunday, pretty busy. We take a seat in the front so as to be very apparently present. Hung out for about 10 minutes, had about 4 of the staff members stare and make eye contact with us both during that time, but no one could speak to us. Selective service providers, I suppose.Meh; I'll take my patronage and native NY habit of tipping 30%+ elsewhere.

    (1)

  • Elana B.

    AWFUL service will not return to Pub & Kitchen. After we were seated outside the server berated us when we ordered two salads and fries for four people that "outside tables are only for dinner." It was 10 PM and the hostess had said sitting outside was fine - I told the server that we had discussed it with the hostess, at which point the server rolled her eyes and said she would have to go check with the hostess. After five awkward minutes of feeling like scolded children, the server came back and said that she would let us sit there (was she doing us a favor?) but if someone wanted the table to eat, then she would move us. I said, "Even though two of the four of us are eating?" and she said, very condescendingly, "Sweetheart, you're just eating SALADS." I was completely offended and flabbergasted - it was a really hostile tone from our server for no apparent reason - there were no parties waiting for tables, it was 10 PM, and we actually HAD ordered food. We joked that we should have engaged in a philosophical argument about what dinner constituted. Needless to say that we were feeling pretty uncomfortable and so we left. When we went to let the server know as a courtesy so she wouldn't fill our order, she basically begged us to stay, compounding the awkwardness. Pub & Kitchen is in my neighborhood and it has been one of my favorite spots because of the delicious food and beer. I suggested that my boyfriend and I go on a double date last night around 10 PM to grab a drink and a snack. It was beautiful out so we asked to sit outside - and that's where the trouble started. I won't be returning and I am pretty blown away by our experience.

    (1)

  • Trish G.

    Rabbit meatballs and polenta were excellent. Server needed attitude adjustment. So we skipped dessert there and had apple pie and butter cream cake at Melrose Diner. Recommendations for Pub and Kichen and Melrose Diner!

    (4)

  • Lauren D.

    Doesn't live up to its potential. Love the atmosphere and bar but I have never enjoyed a meal there (been there at least 10 times due to it being nearby and friends wanting to go). Most recently, my food was gross and misrepresented on the menu and the server (who seemed really nice but also really busy trying to get out of there for the night) did not ask to box up my virtually uneaten plate or ask if something was wrong.

    (2)

  • Rob H.

    I had a great night here although it came with mixed feelings. I'm a taller guy with a bigger appetite so I'm not sure after going and getting the salmon if I would return for dinner, certainly not to have the same meal. I enjoyed the drinks and the atmosphere, seating is a little tight, but on a Saturday the bar was packed and the dinner atmosphere was great for myself and my gf. Now onto the meal, the second it came out I knew I was going to have to eat again later that night. For a $23 fish entree that shouldn't be the case. However, looking next to me the gentlemen who received the $15 burger I doubted that would be the case, it looked great. All in all the drinks were good but if I come back for dinner I'll be having the burger. Glad to have a place like this in the neighborhood for sure, if I return and get the burger more than likely I'll re-review it and give 4 stars.

    (3)

  • Sarah F.

    Winter has come to Pub & Kitchen (Game of Thrones anyone?). The days of plenty are over. The change in chef/menu has really put a damper on this once awesome place to grab a drink and some food with your friends. It really, reaaally is a shame since the location is so great and summer is right around the corner. First off, I wasn't blown away by the menu. Nothing grabbed my attention. Everything was extremely fancy. I'm a pretty intense foodie, but there were things that made me go, "Huh? What the ... is that?" Except for the burger...which is listed as "Cheeseburger: pickle, onion, lettuce, american cheese." Fancy, fancy, fancy, and a side of Cheeseburger. It's almost as if they felt obligated to have a cheeseburger since the last Pub & Kitchen burger was out of this world. What we tried: Suckling pig bouchons: These were OK. Imagine eating a croquette without the potato. The lemony sauce that was served with them was awesome. Probably the best thing I had there... Pabbit Campagne: Again...just OK. It was described as a pate but really its more of a meaty terrine. It didn't taste bad, but I did not finish it. Pickled Beets: I don't like beets...but these were actually pretty good. The puffs add a great texture to the dish Cheeseburger: Sad, sad, sad. The meat was flavorful but overcooked due to the fact that they now use two thin patties (why?!). When I go out to eat and order a cheeseburger, it better be delicious and unique.....and this one was just not. Overall: The changes at Pub & Kitchen have made me pretty sad. The cocktail that I had was tasty (Lie to Me), but until there's a turn around in the food department I don't see myself coming back here anytime soon.

    (2)

  • Ryan N.

    SO I went here this past weekend with my girlfriend as we conquer the top 50. Everything about this pub is incredible. The selection of craft beers is on point. I had three beers: Firestone walker union Jack IPA, County Line IPA and Route 113 IPA. All were extremely delicious and the waiter was able to steer me to the best selections. Besides the brew the food was absolutely amazing as well. I got the cheeseburger which had to be one of the best burgers I have ever experienced in all of Philly. The french fries.......oh boy (cut to perfection). We ordered the rosemary chips as well that came with this banging french onion dip (which I used for my fries as well). The salad my girlfriend ordered was extremely good as well. Perfect amount of dressing and veggies. Overall great experience would go back.

    (4)

  • John C.

    Ordered takeout so this review is for that. Tried the P&K Cheeseburger and it was fantastic. Highly recommend it to anyone visiting or ordering from it. Someone else tried the Lancaster Chicken and loved it.

    (5)

  • Travis L.

    Went for a brunch visit with a few friends and were happy to arrive in between the crowds. We had the following: Hangar steak and fried eggs - great medium rare steak to pair with a simple fried egg. Really like the side salad with home fries mixed in. Hearty brunch item and well-worth it for the steak fans! Duck breast benedict - again, a well-done medium rare and a solid hollandaise. The english muffin is treated right: toasted and kept its shape despite the heavy sauce and duck pieces. Porcetta - to die for with the grits. Enough said. Overall, wonderful service and lighting on a fall day. Will definitely come back again for lunch and dinner.

    (4)

  • Dave H.

    On a flight my seat mate told me about Pub & Kitchen. The name stuck, so I grabbed a friend and gave it a go. A "no reservations" policy meant a small wait before we were seated. Even during the day, the Pub's darker than I'd like, but there's sidewalk seating for the nyctophobic. Besides a gigantic bar, this restaurant has comfortable stylings, subtle rabbit and pig imagery all about. Despite the crowd inside and out, server Laura managed to keep us buzzed. We shared fresh kusshi oysters (at market price, which we all know is scary markup), before moving onto a bowl of Thai basil mussels. For an entree, I had a pan-fried pork cutlet, not bad, not too dry, with a decent amount of flavor. Table bread was so-so, but we spent more time on their other yeasty treats: a Yards "brawler" pub ale and a pint of Sly Fox served nicely.

    (4)

  • John R.

    Very good burger and a radicchio salad. Excellent Cape Cod mussels. Solid panna cotta dessert. Understandably a little bit too loud but was Friday evening.

    (4)

  • Soni O.

    Reside near by so come here out of convenience. Was hoping to make it my neighborhood spot but I'd recommend walking a few blocks away for better options. In addition, the food is not consistent at all and it is way overpriced because they have no real competition. Don't expect much and you might not be disappointed. Simply blah...service doesn't meet the price.

    (2)

  • Sean E.

    Really trendy setup, pretty cool bar. Unfortunately the food wasn't what we hoped and was quite pricey for what we got. Cheese board was nice but not sure what else to say....

    (1)

  • M B.

    I had dinner here with some friends on a Friday night. The food was very good but the portions for the price are extremely small. They are trying to be a high end restaurant with prices but the food is lacking something to get it there. The muscles were just ok and the lamb was good. Not great, but good. I would go back for a decent meal but would probably get the burger next time. The atmosphere is nice, but it can get very loud inside.

    (4)

  • Lindsay H.

    Why P&K WHY! This used to be a neighborhood favorite of mine. After a move, I rarely went which I was mildly alright with (mainly because they took the fish and chips off the menu). I happened to make my way back the other week and to my surprise, the fish and chips were a special so I obviously ordered them. They were just OK. It broke my heart. That aside, they took what I once declared one of my favorite condiments off the menu...the truffle dijionaise. Devastating. Our waiter even mentioned how people ask for it to come back all the time. I do still love the service, ambiance and ever changing yummy menu but please please please don't change the menu too much!

    (3)

  • Jeremy S.

    I had to go all the way to Philly to get a Ballast Point Sculpin IPA. This is a great neighborhood spot to grab a beer and some delicious grub. I was in Philly visiting an old friend that I had not seen in years. As is usual with guys, within minutes of seeing each other, it was as if no time had passed and all the old jokes started coming back. He lives right around the corner from this place. That my buddy has a culinary degree, I take his word when he says that a place has good food. And so on my one night in town, this is where he took me. I walked right past the place. I heard some faint noise from within the building as we walked past it, but if my buddy had not told me to stop, I would have figured that it was just another residence on the block. We stepped into what felt like an old speak-easy. There was history as we walked in. Everything made of wood. Old wood. And the inside was warm and inviting. I had the pulled-pork sandwich. It was incredible. Juicy, flavorful and a fantastic slaw on the side. I have family in the South, and from those trips, I figured that I had already had as good a pulled-pork sandwich as anyone could get. Pub & Kitchen has a sandwich that would rival anything I've eaten south of there. And to be able to wash down the delectable sandwich with my favorite IPA, which is brewed mere minutes from where I live in San Diego, was just the cherry on top of a great night in Philly.

    (5)

  • Eddie A.

    This place has great atmosphere, great service, and amazing food. I ate the rabbit meatballs and spent the whole time trying to figure out what ingredients contributed to the amazing flavor of the dish. If I could get a seat at the bar I would eat here every day.

    (5)

  • Kathy K.

    Burger and fries are very good. But other than that...menu choices are odd and food is mediocre at best. Portion sizes also very small. Think this place needs to decide what it wants to be and if a higher end restaurant get a new chef! Beer selections good. Nice bar lots of seats.

    (2)

  • Shannon C.

    Pub and Kitchen is tucked away in Rittenhouse Square, you might miss it if you're not looking. The food is phenomenal, my boyfriend and I visited after a Flyers game. The weather was gorgeous and outside seating was available. We were craving burgers and despite only offering two types, the bacon cheeseburger was amazing. The burgers were cooked exactly as we asked and the handcut fries were the perfect accompaniment. We had two appetizers, wings and this bruchetta-type app with a smoked onion gele (jelly said fancy) with cured bacon. The bread was crunchy and the the olive oil was the perfect finishing flavor as you finished your bite. So interesting and completely addicting. The wings we're also great--no breading and hit the spot. They have beers on tap as well, and we went all-local. The only type of beer to go especially in Philadelphia, which offers so many. I would return in a heartbeat, especially for a night of drinking. It's in a beautiful neighborhood and it's atmosphere is great. Check it out if you can.

    (4)

  • Walter K.

    Pub and Kitchen, I can finally cross you off my list of new places to eat at. I can now add you to the list of disappointing spots that I'm unlikely to ever visit again. My sister, Laura, was visiting this weekend and we went out for dinner. I gave her a few places to pick from, and I was happy when she chose Pub and Kitchen. It's a swanky little spot at 20th and Lombard. They don't take reservations, so we had to wait around at the bar until a seat opened outside and we could enjoy the beautiful weather. The tap list here isn't great; they have English beers on to go with the pub feeling, but I'd rather just have some stuff that is better and reasonably priced. I drank Thomas Hooker IPA, which was good and is actually pretty rare to see on tap. The service here was poor. We waited too long at the bar for drinks and our table service was slow as well. The worst part is that all of the servers are dressed like the clients, making it difficult to flag down anyone to help you. The atmosphere here is kind of annoying. It's darker, more crowded, and louder than it should be. If I wanted that, I go to any number of bars that I like better. The one good thing is the outdoor seating, because there isn't much car traffic passing by to annoy you as you eat. The bar has a few TVs, but they're all on the same spot. I wouldn't recommend this place if you're actually trying to watch anything, but if you want a baseball game on in the background, you'll probably be in luck. The one saving grace here could be the food. I had read great things about the Windsor burger before coming, and was excited to eat it. My medium rare burger was properly cooked, and came out with cheddar and bacon. Nothing I ate seemed flavorful enough; everything was lacking. The entire meal was forgettable. Pub and Kitchen also overlooked the importance of good bread on a burger. The portions here are pretty good, and the table next to us had the cheese platter and oysters which looked like decent appetizers. They also looked like you could get better elsewhere. Bottom Line: Meh.

    (2)

  • Fred G.

    Occupy Octopi. The blackened rock octopus does really rock. Burgers and beer to covet and you have the makings of an awesome space.

    (4)

  • William B.

    Go wing or go home.

    (5)

  • Brian S.

    I had the gnocci as an app and burger for dinner. Burger was hands down that best I've had. Service was excellent. Who the hell wants to sit around for two hours (see complaints about being served too quickly). You go, you eat, and you enjoy. Thanks for a great meal.

    (5)

  • Jeff H.

    May have had the best burger of my life there. It was a special so I don't know if its every day they have it, but it was made with dry aged ground beef with bacon infused in it (cooked and ground up). Good beers as well.

    (4)

  • Amy B.

    I came here with family about a year or two ago, I really like this place. I ordered the Churchill Burger, which was delicious and the fries were yummy too. The ambiance is very relaxed and friendly, it feels quite homey. I really want to try their brunch! This is a great restaurant with reasonable prices. I'll be back... :)

    (5)

  • Noelle A.

    I don't love it here. The food is mediocre at best. The menu is tiny and there is only one burger, and it's not a regular lettuce/tomato/ cheese burger. The burger I got today, off the special Fourth of July menu -- so I realize it's a little different than the normal menu, but why further limit your burger selection on the Fourth? The regular menu didn't include *any* burgers -- was a single, 3 oz patty. I asked if it could be cooked medium and was told that it would arrive medium to medium well, as it was too small to cook to preference. Medium well?? But it's $15 and I would really prefer medium. I didn't say that bc the server seemed mad that I would ask for a specific temperature. So I asked if I could have fries instead of the sides that were included (potato salad, corn cob, and chips) and was told 'no', but I could order a side of fries in addition to the sides that I didn't want. So, not easy to order burger and fries on the Fourth. The burger that arrived, tiny as indicated, was covered in pickles and onions so that you could barely taste the meat and was really salty. My husband got the pork sandwich and it was a mess, covered in the sauce that comes with it. It fell apart immediately and was not well seasoned. The fries he got weren't seasoned either. I've eaten here before and those experiences were better, but I haven't had a good experience yet. I thought that P&K was supposed to be so amazing, with really good burgers ( I really love burgers!!! ) but how can that be true when only one is on the menu??? And it doesn't even come with a tomato, I think that's so weird. It is a beautiful restaurant and might be ok for drinks only, especially with big open windows and outside seating. The beer menu looked accommodating and there were more than a couple wines by the glass, but the lackluster, messy food, combined with servers who seemed annoyed from the moment you walk in, made me give it two stars. Hopefully I've just had random bad experiences, but it will be awhile before I go back.

    (2)

  • Lars B.

    Checked this place out early one of evening. One of these informally formal place I always see in Center City. I chose to begin the meal with an heirloom tomato salad with a lemon vinaigrette. There was really slice raw fennel and radish, along with some pickled red onion. All in all, a good salad. Nothing particularly special, but just really simple food done nicely. I ordered the duck grilled cheese with red onion marmalade. This was kind of a mistake on my part, but I wanted something sandwichy that was gonna fill me up. Forgot about how hot it was outside and then ordered. The flavors of this sandwich were really good, but the center of the sandwich was not hot enough. The duck was cold and the cheese wasn't exactly melted. Nice crust on the outside, just not hot enough. Kind of a let down. Also, I think it was served with a somewhat substantial arugula salad. I don't think it was stated on the menu, but I could be wrong. If I had known the salad was accompanying the sandwich, maybe I would have ordered another appetizer in place of the salad I had ordered. Got a diet coke, too, as whack as that sounds. So for salad, sandwich and diet coke, the total was around $30 (plus tip). Overall, I thought the value wasn't quite there. If I wanted a lukewarm sandwich with some salad, there are plenty of less expensive places in the neighborhood. That being said, I think I picked a crappy menu item and I would consider going back for something else.

    (3)

  • Devin D.

    Used to be my go-to bar/eatery when I lived in the neighborhood. Pub & Kitchen and I have had a long and cherishing relationship together (almost three years). If there are two words that I had to use to describe P&K they'd be "versatility" and "class". A nice sized list of great draught beers, a full wine menu, and superb food... from pub grub to fine dining. A beautiful decor of dark wood finishes that somehow fits all seasons. Massive windows that open wide in spring and summer for great amounts of natural ventilation. An attractive and more mature crowd free of college bros. Outdoor dining in nice weather. The list goes on and on. You can take a date here for dinner, you can take your best friend here for beers, or you can take your parents here to prove to them you don't live in da hood. I don't live in philly anymore, but I keep finding my way back here whenever I'm in town, which is no easy feat. Much praise P&K.

    (5)

  • Jin C.

    The smoked brisket brunch dish might look disappointingly small at first, but it's in actuality the right portion size for a hungry tummy. Every component of it was cooked and seasoned to perfection. The spiced cubed potatoes. The roasted brussel sprouts. The just-cooked poached egg. And the piece de resistance, the tender smoked brisket. It's an upscale breakfast hash, and oh so yummy.

    (4)

  • Matthew M.

    P&K consistently serves up great food and service, which ranges from highly competent to excellent. It's close to home, which was the initial draw. The sometimes exotic, but always accessible, menu brings me back. Last night, we started with the mussels in a chipotle broth, which was savory and perfect. The mussels were meaty and high quality -- nothing skunky -- and the broth had a decent amount of heat with green, blackened peppers, not the leathery husks of them dried jawns you see everywhere else. I swooned over the skate and polenta special last night (though, if they serve it again, I will request they leave off the romaine, which went from warm to wilty). I have had the escargot (on special), which were the best I ever had. My brother-in-law swears by the burger, and their veggie sides are never an afterthought. (Braised Brussels sprouts with blackened, crispy leaves in a sweet and savory buttery thingy). Their Fish & Chips: Holla! The specialty cocktails are yum, but I am a sucker for a Maker's Manhattan, which they always serve perfectly blended. Our waitress (who we have had before but whose name escapes me) recommended I try a rye-based French drink with some herbal thingy similar to a Manhattan ... name of the drink escapes me too (probably because it was my second ... or third?), but I lurved it. I am equally stoked by the aural pleasures as by the pleasures of the pallets. As an aging punk-rocker-gone-lawyer, I love that I can dine in a place where you can hear Fugazi, the Smiths, Misfits, and Firehose ... and my yuppie neighbors are too enthralled by the deliciousness to be fazed by the awesomeness from the speakers. As the Terminator said: "I'll be back ... again and again and again." As Franklin Delano Roosevelt said: "Get me another Manhattan, and crank up 'Waiting Room' while you're at it, toots!

    (4)

  • Jamie D.

    The boyfriend wanted to his this place up for his birthday after seeing it as the #1 bar of 2013 in something somewhere. The atmosphere is really cute, but a little cramped. Expect to get up close and personal with some fellow diners. We ate upstairs and the window was cold. We split the honey whiskey wings....get them. The sauce is wonderful and the wings are tender. I got the Whey Pork Shoulder sandwich and he got the Blue Cod. The sandwich was one of the best sandwiches I've had in this city! The bun was perfect and I loved the greens they put on...I just really didn't like the side salad that came with it. The dressing was really...sour? Wish I could have gotten the stuffing....but it was getting a bit expensive. The cod was delicious and came with an awesome chorizo and some yellow sauce...but there wasn't much of it. We split the bread putting which was chocolate brioche with homemade caramel (or something...I dunno it was delicious) and a bit of peanut butter ice cream....it needed a bit more ice cream as it was pretty dry. All in all this place was delicious, but rather expensive. It was definitely a treat! $80 for an appetizer, 2 entrees, dessert, and 4 beers.

    (4)

  • Hope C.

    I was disappointed by this hyped-up gastropub. Very crowded, standoffish staff. The crowd is sort of the "I graduated from an expensive private college and found my first job but mom and dad are still helping me out...hopefully I'll be moving to NYC soon" type. Dunno, just my impression based on my short time at the bar and in the dining room. The food was overpriced. The pork chop was dry and sparsely decorated on presentation. We just wanted a couple good drinks and some tasty gastro comfort food, but for the price we paid we could have gone to a number of other excellent places. Maybe I should have tried the Churchill burger. Next time? Not sure I'll return to P&K. Wasn't terrible, wasn't all that good.

    (2)

  • Christopher R.

    After a long absence, I finally returned to Pub & Kitchen to check out the Churchill Burger. (My only prior visit was for the now-defunct Windsor Burger, which left me unimpressed.) I thought it was very high quality, though I still have some reservations recommending it. It has nothing to do with the burger itself, of course. The special La Frieda blend is impeccable, beyond reproach. It is easily one of the best burgers in Philly, though I would hesitate to call it THE best. The other Philly burgers close to my heart--literally, clogging my arteries & precipitating a massive cardiac event--serve as a point of comparison. The Churchill comes at the hefty sum of $18, on par with other items on the P&K menu. When that price point goes up against competitors', however, it loses some appeal [1, 2]. So, my local favorites: - Butcher & Singer, "Butcher Burger" $10 - Rouge, "Rouge Burger" $16 - Village Whiskey, "Village Burger" $16 [3] - Oyster House, "OH Burger" $14 As demonstrated above, the Churchill is the most expensive burger among its peers. While very good, I liked it less than any of the others, preventing me from giving it my full recommendation. * * * Fn1: All burgers include a side of fries or chips, except for the Village Burger. (See footnote 3.) Therefore, I will not make this a factor. Fn2: All burgers include some type of topping, so that will also not be a factor. Please note that B&S, Rouge & OH burgers all have cheese, which comes at additional charge ($2-$2.50) at P&K. Further, the OH Burger includes a fried oyster (no comparable option at the other four locations). Fn3: The price of a side of duck fat fries at Village Whiskey is $5. The burger itself is $11. Thus, for present purposes, the price is $16.

    (4)

  • Lauren B.

    Such a disappointment for a restaurant in my neighborhood. If it were up to me, I'd love this place, or maybe at least like it, but that's not the case. I'm kind of tired, so I'm just going to bullet point why this place was less than "Meh." 1) Service was terrible. Our waitress forgot my drink order and half of my entree. She also took my boyfriend's beer away before he was finished. That is so annoying. 2) Food was sub par. The oysters on special were small, and for the price, never again. My "warm beet and apple soup" was cold and had zero flavor. Here is where I will concede...my side of "bitter greens." I should have taken P&K literally, because this side dish was horrendous. Even if the dish was delivered on time (which it wasn't), I would not have finished it. My boyfriend's pork shoulder sandwich was satisfactory, but he didn't really care for it. We didn't stay for dessert. 3) It was freezing outside and the windows were open. It's not really my thing to dine with my coat on. The menu is limited. It would be nice to see more selection. P&K is not worth the price by any means. If I return, it will be for a safe glass of wine from the bar. Sorry, P&K, this was not good.

    (2)

  • Damien S.

    My stars, you kids are brilliant. 'Twas Yelp and the camelback-breaking words of two Philly CMs that steered our crew to P&K's first ever disco brunch. A dining room swollen with Broad Street Runners received plate after plate of refined pub grub. Not just burgers and fries, good sir; these are Creekstone Farm dry-aged custom blended burgers from Pat LaFrieda Meats in New York City and disco fries topped with swiss, ham cream gravy and a sunny side egg. Le posh. And what a day for al fresco dining! Sidewalk options outside floor-to-ceiling window walls put you under the sun with feel ostracized from the buzzing bar scene. Drinks are fun and frisky, but being a dude, I found The Wrangler (an extra prickly Bloody Manly) and stuck with it. Every entree attracted and our party of six opted to just makes things easier and not order what anyone else did. For my venture, the fish and chips, Maine haddock in a perfect fry over the spud sidekick and a dollop of mushy peas. Found the dish exquisite in flavor and texture, portioned correctly albeit somewhat pricey at $17. Matter of fact, if every item on the food menu was $2-3 less, this would be a near-perfect spot. The service shines, the location spearheads trendy and the tunes infect us with Night Fever, Night Feverrrr. Thanks again Yelp Philly genii - you've picked another winner!

    (4)

  • David A.

    Read all about the Churchill Burger and wanted to give it a try. Went on Monday night. The place is a bit too dark for my liking and being a bit hard of hearing, the music was too loud for me. Atmosphere is just ok. Wait staff efficient but not at all friendly or inviting. The burger? Well it is $18 so I expected alot. It was cooked perfect (rare as ordered) and is prettty big. Just served with sauteed onions on a sesame roll. Thought the roll was a bit big for the burger but was soft. The burger tasted very good. I believe it is brushed with bone marrow for extra flavor. Very good but not the best in the city. Still prefer Village Whiskey meat on my egg grill. You can buy this meat at Garces Trading in tubes. Just slice and cook! I also like the Royal Tavern burger more...but this is very good. The fries are average. Not crunchy enough and a bit greasy. Parc has the best fries. All told, really good. No complaints!

    (4)

  • Laura S.

    I've been to Pub and Kitchen for both Sunday brunch and weeknight drinks, and thought it was a great spot for both. During my second visit I brought an Authentic British Friend (TM) to suss out the authentic English-ness of the place - apparently it falls a bit short, but he liked it all the same. I had french toast and bacon for brunch, both of which were wicked excellent. The french toast was HUGE slices of very good bread. I had ordered the special french toast of the day, which involved some kind of nuts but honestly I wasn't paying attention. There was also powdered sugar. The portions were so large that half of my brunch turned into dinner that night. The bacon was delicious - thick and perfectly cooked. Solidly good bacon. Thumbs up for brunch, P&K. I also really enjoyed hanging out here for a few hours for drinks with friends. I came explicitly to try the Welsh Rabbit (OK ... on their menu it is listed as simply "Rarebit," but in my mind cheese and beer is appropriately referred to as Welsh Rabbit). It was very good, and while the portion was a little small it was only $3, so I very easily could have gotten myself another order. The honey-whiskey chicken wings were a little more expensive ($9), but the order came with SO MANY WINGS. I'm going to need to try this again, though, because after a few drinks my perception may have been off. At first bite the flavor was a little strange, but it grew on me until I was gnawing away at the sauce on the bones like a starved little puppy dog. A starved, drunken little puppy dog. Service has always been great and friendly. My waiters have been chatty and offered helpful suggestions about the menu and drinks. It's never been crowded when I've gone, but that's always been at an off time, and I imagine that it gets busy for happy hour, weeknights, and earlier during Sunday brunch.

    (4)

  • Jillian P.

    I heard a lot of flack about the new management/chef, but I have to say that the service is better, the menu has been streamlined, and ambiance is the same. I ordered the cheese plate and a few other bites with my date and everything was very good. The entrees as listed on the menu didn't strike me as anything that I absolutely HAD to have, and I am still weary of trying the new burger -- as I am still a die-hard fan of the Churchill/Parliament -- but I'm more inclined to visit now than under the previous management, if only due to higher quality in service.

    (3)

  • Nick D.

    Cool spot, great service. Went for brunch on a sunday. Our server was great. Very friendly and knowledgeable. He also spent some time just speaking candidly with us, so we didn't feel like we had a robot serving us, always nice. I had the pork belly hash, it was really good. My only complaint was that it is a very small portion. I literally could have eaten three orders. I've heard awesome things about the burger, that will likely be my option on my next trip. The decor is very cool, the upstairs bar/dining area is the kind of look I always say I'd love to have in a basement bar.

    (4)

  • Mike H.

    Saturday Brunch was very good Firestone Walker Union Jack IPA on tap! Wife had hand-cut, perfectly done fries with Honey Whiskey wings (excellent wings, crispy, not greasy, perfect balance of flavors) I had oysters (just OK, one shell broken, flavors not the best) and Montreal Disco Fries! out of this world comfort food for brunch (Hand-cut fries, cheese curds, ham chunks, some type of cheese sauce, and a poached egg). Great choice, will definitely get that one again! Service was very good, attentive but not overbearing.

    (5)

  • Abby W.

    Brunched here around 11:30 this past Sunday with a group of 6. No wait to be seated, server brought us drinks straight away. They had a sangria blanco of the day made with apple and strawberry that was phenomenal, and at $7 one of their cheaper drinks. I had read about a pretzel bread and smoked salmon sandwich and was disappointed not to see it on the menu, but when I asked the server about it he said they may have one left and sure enough, they did! I felt like I was eating from the secret menu. I wasn't disappointed in the least with what came out. The long house-baked pretzel roll was nice and warm, the salmon was perfectly thin and excessively abundant, the fixins were pretty much perfect. It arrives on a plate with all the components separate so you can build your sandwich the way you like it- a big plus in my book since I was able to use just a little bit of cream cheese (poison to me but so delicious I can't always resist). Layered on about half of the salmon, tomatoes, thin slices of cukes, red onion, and capers, then I realized the plate had no lemon! A quick trip to the bar remedied this and my sandwich couldn't have tasted more perfect. I wish the salmon had been slightly smokier but that was my only complaint. I also recall seeing the bread described as fennel-pretzel bread, but I couldn't detect any fennel flavor. Everyone was overall pleased with their meal. My boyfriend got the classic burger, which at $18 is pretty absurdly priced, but it was also absurdly good. Seriously, this is probably the best burger in the city. I kept stealing bites after he was done even though I was stuffed. All told the bill came to about $110 for six people, most of whom had at least one drink, so it was reasonably priced for damn good food. I'd go back for sure.

    (4)

  • Arin W.

    Everything here is great! Vibe, food, and most of the service. Definitely recommend.

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    I just found my new favorite burger in the city and I am talkin' bout the Churchill Burger. It's Epic and it's Simple: hefty slab of dry-aged beef and caramelized onions on big sesame seed bun. Now this is not just your run of the mill, humdrum, dry-aged beef, my friend. Apparently it's a custom grind "imported" from La Frieda Meats of New York City. The legend goes that they spent months perfecting it. I believe it. The aging process imparts these earthy notes to the beef that are somewhere between truffles and bleu cheese. It's tough to put your finger on, and that's kinda where the magic happens. Wisely, nothing is allowed to get in the way of the flavor of that meat. No sauces, no gimmicks.The result: a maddening carnal urge to devour. I gave myself over to the burger-lust. And I will do it again.

    (4)

  • Steve F.

    Best burger in the city. It's slap yo mama good. Can't say I've had a bad meal here; fish and chips (best in town), pork belly, and of course the La Frieda burger... tried the Whiskey King last year when the two were going head to head and the Churchhill blew it outta the water.. great ambiance as well.. real low key

    (5)

  • Annie P.

    Their happy hour has some really good deals and my only complaint is that there aren't enough/if any vegetarian options on the menu.

    (4)

  • john b.

    Still scratching my head over this one, especially after the big review in the Inquirer. With a party of 8 we were able to sample a real cross section of the menu. It was a nice Monday night and yet things got busy quickly. It doesn't seem that people go there just to drink but maybe the bar gets busy later. The main room has low ceilings which amplified the noise to airplane hanger levels. Oddly, they insisted on pumping music into the mix of noisy banter. But the food is the what is key. Unfortunately, it was underwhelming with a few exception. The grilled calamari appetizer was nicely done with a twist as the sections were stuffed with a lovely chopped vegetable and grain mixture with solid flavors and texures. The salads were quite good but not a measure of brilliance. Similarly the steak and fish dishes passed the test but one should not judge a kitchen by dishes a good cook can do just as well at home. Show me something unique or complex. The entrée that beckoned was the heralded rabbit meatballs and polenta. While the polenta was very nicely done, the showpiece was a major disappointment. The meatballs were dense, dry and flavorless unless one considers including the recommended daily allotment of salt placed in one dish to be enticing. The wine list is limited and overpriced for what it is. They do not allow a corkage and so one is stuck with few choices. All in all, it struck us as a place that believes the hype and does not have the objectivity to evaluate it's product accurately. Not a place I'd try again, too many other great options.

    (2)

  • Argot B.

    It is interesting. Places highly rated in Philly did not necessarily impress us. But then we come to Pub & Kitchen and it's got 3.5 stars on yelp (currently) and deserves 5. It is a beautiful design inside. This was the only place in all of Philly who sincerely rivaled brooklyn restaurants for its beauty and for its quality, innovative menu. If you want a beautiful meal in an awesome setting, this place was excellent. My only regret is not getting the burger here as I hear it's awesome. The pork sandwich was truly impressive. I swear earlier that day I was having one of my inner monologue ravings and I had said to myself Pork sucks! I only want roast pork if it's in a cuban sandwich. Otherwise I just want chicken. But then this sandwich presented itself to me on the menu and I was blown away by the flavor and quality. my girlfriend got ricotta appetizer and pickles beets. they were great. this was by far our most pleasing culinary experience while we visited philly. I have a feeling the eaters in philly will come to realize this place is incredible.

    (5)

  • Scott F.

    After several failed attempts to dine at Pub & Kitchen, I finally decided on a slow Saturday afternoon that me and a buddy would get downtown to try the famed Churchill burger. A burger without cheese? That's not for me... or so I thought. The Churchill burger really focuses on the much praised Pat LaFrieda ground beef that is specially blended for Pub & Kitchen. Topped with only caramelized onions, this burger is a punch in the mouth of beefy goodness. I got mine cooked to perfection at medium rare and washed it all down with one of their cask conditions whiskey cocktails.... what an afternoon... I couldn't do anything to keep myself from taking a very satisfied whiskey and beef fueled nap.

    (4)

  • Jason T.

    This place was awful for brunch. We were sat in a small room with 2 large groups and a couple with a baby. The baby was very well behaved but the noise level from the two large groups in such a tiny space made the experience horrible. Add to that tasteless food and horrible service and you have the recipe for never returning.

    (1)

  • Chris W.

    This place is great if you need to get away from the crowds in mid city. The food is very good almost excellent. The cocktails were good also. I think the crowd that goes there may not be into what the owner is trying to do, but it's damn good. It would be an excellent place in NYC and people would flock there. Loved that you could bring your own vinyl records to play. Wish I lived here so I could run home and bring some in. Went a bit early around 6 or 7 and it was comfortable by the time I was done eating it was really crowded and noisy. I enjoyed at first being able to sit at the bar enjoy some drinks and food and listen to the record being played. Not sure if the crowd was a fluke or they happen every night.

    (4)

  • Earl L.

    So far so good. The new menu looks great. I've only tasted 2 things thus far, but they were both excellent. The veal tender is an egg/tuna salad topped with sous vide slices of seared veal. It's not a large portion of food, but being mostly protein, it's a filling appetizer. The mussels with chorizo were also very good. I don't know where they get their mussels, but they were the plumpest, sweetest mussels I've had in a long time, and they were expertly cooked- not a single overdone mussel on the plate. I might go back tonight.

    (4)

  • Allison B.

    I must have ordered the wrong thing. Pub & Kitchen has a welcoming outdoor appearance. It almost looks like the side of a barn, and their trees that line the street are decorated with white lights. Inside it is truly lovely, warm and cozy, with dimmed lights, booths, and an accommodating staff- hence the three star rating. I wanted my meal to be delicious, I wanted this place to be my new go-to, I really did. But like I said, I must have ordered the wrong thing. I got the soup of the day, which was a carrot-ginger bisque, topped with a swirl of cream and a few cooked shallots. It was served warm, not hot (I like my food served extremely hot) and to be honest, the dish was just too shallow to charge $7 a bowl. Tasty, but it didn't blow my mind. And they didn't even include a piece of bread. My arugula salad was not anything like it was described. Supposedly "tossed with roasted root vegetables," the arugula was topped with raw, tasteless veggies with an equally tasteless vinaigrette. I asked the kind server to bring me more dressing, which is something I have never done in my entire life. It didn't really help. Towards the end of my salad, I found some kind of rock/seed hybrid that felt like it cracked my tooth. I sent back the salad and it was comped. I am willing to give the place another shot, if only because I've heard so many other good things. I'll order the right thing next time.

    (3)

  • Louis K.

    Went here on recommendation to try the gnudi and I may not be taking recommendations from that person again. They seemed to be pan seared, smothered in butter and then served in a greasy oily mess. Gross. Also, trying to get my bartenders attention from him flirting with the female bartender made my experience even worse. When he finally would come over he acted annoyed that I was breaking up his little moment.

    (2)

  • Joel O.

    I don't get it. Loud, dark, pricey, and full of bros and d-bags. Its popularity is proof that image trumps substance.

    (2)

  • Charles W.

    I have to separate my review between the bar and the restaurant. I would give the bar 4 stars. There is a good selection of beers and wines and there is a rotating list of specialty cocktails. I went with my traditional mojito and I was very happy with the strong mint flavor. Regarding the food in the restaurant, I agree with many of the other reviews. The famous burger isn't that impressive. The fried chicken sandwich is good but not worth returning. The staff is very attentive and the best part of the experience. The room is very noisy. Dandelion is still my go-to gastro-pub when entertaining someone.

    (3)

  • Chris C.

    So I finally made it over for there infamous Burger! When I ordered and They didn't ask me how I wanted it cooked.. I was concerned, But I was pleasantly surprised, the 2patties were very tasty. The Lettuce tasted Like juicy coleslaw!! There was definitely a Distinct Flavor to this burger! The Bunn was a Bit too dense, & the fries were frustrating. They kept braking off in to my Ketchup, Because they were so skinny. 25min wait was rough, but I Left satisfied

    (4)

  • Aimee K.

    Where did I have the best brunch of my entire life? Pub & Kitchen. It sounds dramatic but it's true. If you're a bloody mary fan, order the Wrangler without question. The Wrangler alone is five-star worthy and is perfectly spicy. I dare you to try to stop at one! We ended up having a few and then moving to a bottle of rosé, like proper brunchers do. We decided to start by splitting the Dutch Baby Blueberry Pancake, and it was absolutely amazing. First of all, it's huge, and more like a cake than a pancake. Second of all, be ready to force yourself to stop because it's just that good. It's topped with key lime curd and dulce de leche, sooo yeah. After that, I ordered the sausage and biscuit with a soft scrambled egg and bacon morney sauce. It was even better than the pancake somehow, and the breakfast potatoes on the side were perfect. After all of that, I had someone roll me out of the restaurant so I could go take a nap. Really though, you don't want to miss brunch here.

    (5)

  • Lauren D.

    I like the vibe of this place, that's what gives it a 4. But the service was insincere, and what I ordered was just not well rounded on the palate. Maybe I order the wrong thing... The bloody mary with sriracha and lime juice was DELICIOUS. I want one now. Lover ordered the sausage and gravy over biscuit... came with these home fries that are fried with mae ploy sweet chili sauce--- fuckin' genius. Sweet and spicy, with a sticky, crackly texture of the sauce caramelizing on the flat top. Ya, winner. The strawberry coffee cake was really buttery, in the best way possible. I ordered the steak tartare. It comes mixed together, sitting a top a swath of parsley puree. It didn't have enough acid. It was really flat on the palate. It did NOT feel rich in my mouth; probably cause it isn't made with a raw egg, but comes out with a 7min egg that you mash into the tartare. I ate it all but was feeling so-so about it. The waitress gave me a weird vibe. Like unfriendly, almost mocking with a fake smile. Whatever. I'll be back when I move to the 'hood next month : )

    (4)

  • Amanda C.

    Well what do you know? When biking to an undetermined brunch spot in Grad Hospital, we cruised around the corner of 19th and Lombard, peeped all the good eats and adorable twosomes at the outdoor tables and just had to stop. Nothing cuter than this place on a sunny Sunday afternoon. The coffee was strong, the menu was inventive, the service was steady and the tall bottle of water was much appreciated by two thirsty bikers. Please, if you go, do us one favor. GET THAT BLUEBERRY PANCAKE. It is a single pancake, cooked slowly and to a golden brown in a Dutch oven, so it's thick and blueberry filled and dense but still cakey and crispy on the edges. And then it's layered with a generous helping of both dulce de leche and key lime curd. I am telling you, it was a religious experience to eat this. Boyfriend split the pancake with me, and gave me half of his sausage, egg and bacon gravy biscuit, which was also quite delicious (but no blueberry pancake.) We ALSO split the whiskey sage bread with herbed butter, which arrived freshly baked (or at least fluffy on the inside, crusty on the outside and piping hot) and was perfection. Might be more a 4 person split than a 2. It's a lot of bread. We had such a lovely meal here and will be back soon on another sunny breezy summer day!

    (5)

  • Therese M.

    Good spot for dining al fresco during the week. I've had dinner here a handful of times over the past month since it's walking distance to a friend's place. I've stuck to the Cape Cod mussels and Roasted Lancaster chicken each time. Such simple dishes, but solid choices for a light summer meal.

    (3)

  • Jessica S.

    Pub and Kitchen deserves an update on my behalf. I still stand by my distaste of the bar scene here, however the dinner service was quite redeeming. A few plates really stand out and specials are consistently good. Curried beets were a special that my date and I tried on our last visit and I have to admit I had not experienced flavor combinations like that in the past-it really blew me away. Overall, I only recommend coming here for dinner, which I will return for on occasion. The drinks are otherwise overpriced, they have a poor beer variety, and the crowd is very douchey. I mean, all of those things go together, so it's kind of a no brainier. Also, their happy hour sucks. You should offer more than one cocktail and one beer at happy hour pricing, and maybe a bite or two. Overall, on my p&k revisit, the food redeemed an extra star for my liking.

    (3)

  • Carla F.

    I really want to love this place and I've tried several times but I just can't. I will start with what is great about this place, the decor is very cool and the menu is unique. I don't eat meat so perhaps thats my issues. I've tried their cheese plate, a curry dish and their fries. All were just so so. The drinks come in small glasses and are expensive. Sorry, just not favorite.

    (2)

  • Adrienne H.

    I stopped by Pub & Kitchen this afternoon with my boyfriend to catch a late brunch. Their brunch service ends at 3 and we walked in at 2:45 with no rude looks or grumbles from the host staff. That was much appreciated. We brought our dog and sat outside, and although they did not offer a water bowl for the dog, ours was brought promptly. We ordered the NJ Burrata salad- it was composed of roasted beets, kumquats, radicchio and croutons with a green curry dressing. The salad was fantastic- very sweet with some tang from the green curry and the burrata was perfectly creamy. A+ on the salad- I would order it again (and again and again...) My guy ordered the cheeseburger and liked it, while I had the duck eggs benedict. The hollandaise was really nice- it had more flavor than your average hollandaise. I imagine it was made with duck fat. However, speaking of duck fat- the actual duck, while it was a generous amount of meat, was not rendered well. There was an absurd amount of fat along the edges of the breast, so much so that I didn't get to enjoy the best part (the skin!) I also got fries with my benedict even though the woman next to me had home fries with hers. I would've preferred the home fries but the inconsistency didn't take away from the experience. The waitress was so sweet but I did have to ask three times for hot water with lemon, only to be served cold water with lemon. Someone else walked by though and I bothered him for it. I could tell they were a little understaffed so we didn't mind that we didn't see the server much. That's just how it goes sometimes. I'm looking forward to seeing what Pub & Kitchen has to offer for dinner, as the wines and food we had at brunch were definitely satisfactory.

    (4)

  • Mike W.

    Hard to believe I havent written about this place yet. I have been here a few times both pre and post Eli Collins, and I have to say its still just as good as its always been. They make one of the best bloody marys in the city as well as an always delicious burger. It may have changed a bit, but its still awesome. We took a few friends here to celebrate their engagement recently, and everything really worked out nicely. We started with a few cocktails, classic mule made with rye for me, and we settled in to a steady conversation of wedding planning and stories of engagement nights. The cocktail was delicious, even with the change from standard vodka in a moscow mule to the rye. The ginger beer and lime combo is bomb. So many things on the menu caught my eye, but the one we all seemed enticed by was the whiskey and sage bread with ramp butter. We ordered one for the table and I ordered the pulled pork shoulder sandwich. The bread came out warm and covered in a flour "pabbit" the mascot of Pub and Kitchen. It was served on a slate dish with a smear of ramp butter that was deeply satisfying. I could have eaten the entire loaf all by myself. The butter was superb and you could definitely taste the whiskey in the bread. I was a little bit disappointed when my pulled pork sandwich came out though. When I think of pulled pork, I think BBQ style. Had the sandwich description read porchetta or something of that nature, I would have expected what I got. That being saidm the sandwich was really tasty, an ode to the Philly staple of roast italian pork. It was super messy, I am talking juice running down your arms while you are chomping down messy, but in such a good way. I devoured the entire thing. So tasty. The fries are just as I remembered them, fantastic. They were super crispy. We even ordered a dessert to share for the table. It was one for the ages, one of the most delicious panna cottas I have ever had. It was a vanilla cardamom panna cotta covered in a mango sauce. It was the most perfectly textured panna cotta I have ever seen. It had just the right amount of jiggle, so that it quivered in its dish when it was set down on the table. The cardamom was just powerful enough to really bring another level of flavor to it, but not overpower the vanilla in any way. Outstanding. Pub and Kitchen is just as good as its ever been. One of my favorite places in the city. Always worth a visit.

    (4)

  • Alisa A.

    Great place to grab drinks and dinner with a group of friends. I love the cheese plate they prepare there and the atmosphere is great too. It's dark inside but it's great for conversation with friends while you done.

    (5)

  • Lauretta R.

    I love this place. Arrived tonight to be expertly guided through the menu (oyster selection) by our fantastic server. Had an incredible rye spiced Manhattan. Okay, maybe 3. Fried chicken sandwich new to the menu and fantastic. Expertly fried, juicy and flavored with buttermilk. Loved it. Worth the diversion from our usual burger. Which is the city's best. Food is excellent. Drinks are excellent. Service is excellent.

    (5)

  • Kristen M.

    I'm not sure why it took me so long to get to Pub & Kitchen. In the warmer months there are always people sitting outside and they appear to be having a great time. This visit was long overdue. I came here on a Tuesday at 5pm for happy hour with a friend. We took a seat at the bar and were welcomed by the female bartender. I ordered the champagne cocktail my friend had the Lagunitas IPA on special. The happy hour specials aren't that special and there are no deals on food. While that would normally annoy me because I was forced to order off the full price menu, I am totally OK with the $15 I paid for the P&K Cheeseburger. People, the burger was glorious! Juicy, and huge, and messy; this was one of the best burgers I've had the pleasure of consuming EVER. And I've eaten a lot of burgers in my day. Yes, I've been to Village Whiskey and stuffed my belly at Philly Mag's Battle of the Burger. I had to apologize several times to my friend for stuffing my face, but she understood. I think she could see the bliss in my eyes. There were TWO burger patties, accompanied by sharp cheese, onion, pickle, shredded lettuce and maybe a special sauce? The thing was monstrous and I defeated it, not a single bite left on the plate. The fries were good too, skinny and crunchy. My friend had the chicken cheesesteak and finished the whole thing as well. Despite P&K's happy hour being from 4-6 as we were leaving around 7pm the bar area was getting quite busy with business-type crowd. I'll be back for more burger soon.

    (5)

  • Lauren H.

    Overrated. I ate here a few years ago when it was a novelty. Now I live here and after a few more tries (it's super close and I am lazy) I have to stand by my meh. It's loud, expensive - like New York expensive - and just not worth it. There are much better options in Philadelphia now.

    (2)

  • Aaliyah P.

    Apparently folks west of broad have lower expectations when it comes to service . The snottier the vibe the more popular the establishment . My Sunday brunch experience here was pretty mediocre as far as service goes , our entrees however kept this review at a solid 3 stars. We literally sat for almost 20 min with no acknowledgement from anyone. I finally had to ask someone who/ where our server was. We shared the burratta and grilled peaches , grilled salad and tempura shisito peppers. Everything was delicious and made for a very did deny type of brunch than I'm used to. The cocktail list has something for everyone and they have the game on which is a bonus. I won't rush back - Pro tip : the frittata isn't an option any longer you are welcome for the heads up .

    (3)

  • Sumita R.

    This place was so accommodating! I really want to thank the staff. It was our anniversary this weekend and my boyfriend was getting in from a conference really late on Sat. He called this place because it's close to home and they had a table with champagne and dessert ready for us at 1am! Thank you so much!

    (4)

  • Andrea T.

    We stopped in here one night when my bf was visiting. We shared the restaurant week menu. The gnocchi was delicious. Tender and swimming in an emerald jeweled kale pesto with sausage. The artic char was also really quite good, considering I had just had artic char at lunch as well! The panna cotta was terrific. We shared another plate which I cannot remember, but the bf was impressed with everything! I also had a perfect old-fashioned!

    (4)

  • Clare D.

    Once in a while you come across a combination of food that is so clever and so delicious that you wonder why others aren't following suit. This is how I feel about the Roasted Squid dish at Chef Eli Collins' Pub & Kitchen, which is nothing short of remarkable. A generous portion of chorizo fills the body of the cephalopod that is then roasted to perfection and cut into bite size pieces. Sausage within a sausage. As if that weren't enough, pairing the squid sausage with grilled yet cruncy veggies adds a wonderful combination of textures and a new dimension to the fish. Don't forget the tentacles, which are my favorite part of the squid. These are cooked to perfection as well. My Mulard Duck Breast was good - and I've had better after being spoiled by the Muscovy Duck Feast at Fork - but it was simply not as good as the outstanding Roasted Squid. My friend Chris W had the Warm Hummus and Cape Cod Mussels with soybeans, serrano chili peppers, bok choy, ginger, and green onion broth. These were very good dishes as well. Particularly noteworthy is the unique cocktail menu, which includes the Hecho en Philly made with an amber grape brandy called Macchu Pisco, lime, sugar, egg white (for the foam), and plum bitters and the Hemingway Julep made with Old Overholt Rye, grapefruit, mint, Maraschino liquor, and Demerara (crunchy light brown sugar). My only gripe is the long wait for our appetizers. We were already on our third drink before they finally arrived.

    (4)

  • Roger M.

    I had an amazing dinner with amazing service at Pub & Kitchen. I went in November when it was chilly out, but I'm really looking forward to going back when they have outdoor seating set up. Our server explained to us how fresh their food is, line caught fish, farm grown veggies, etc. And it definitely shows. The only reason I didn't rate them higher is because I felt the servings were quite small given the price. I don't at all feel like I was ripped off, and I understand quality food comes with a price tag. It's just that if we hadn't ordered extra food, we would have left unsatisfied. Three of us split four meals and they were all incredible and some were certainly more filling than others. The stand-out entrees were the rabbit (Rabbit!) meatballs served over polenta which was excellent. The flounder was also incredible, but stood out as a dish that was particularly small. Super tasty fish, clams, tomatoes, and a tasty sauce. Just not enough. Maybe I'm just greedy. The atmosphere was wonderful and our server was able to help us out with everything from cocktails and beers to entrees. I'd totally recommend this place to anyone, but you might not want to get there absolutely starving.

    (3)

  • Liz K.

    Came here during the week and snagged a table outside. Thank goodness because it was deafening inside. Ordered 4 dishes to share: deviled eggs, fries, knudo and the pulled pork sammie and everything was delish. I was pleasantly surprised and while the prices were a bit on the high side, I walked away really satisfied and willing to return. Solid food, great service.

    (4)

  • Sean A.

    Best all around bar/restaurant in the city. P&K Burger rules! Late night is the scene for sub-Rittenhouse area.

    (5)

  • Laura G.

    Everyone loves the food here but I haven't been able to find anything to confirm that. Its not a bad place at all just not what I expect. It's ok. The atmosphere is great and the beer list is usually pretty good. The burger is probably the best thing I've had here but nothing to write home about. I will say that brunch is their better option. I sat at the bar and the service was not very good. The bartenders dropped us a menu and never came back. Had to flag them down for a drink and they never asked if we wanted food so we had to flag them down again. The bar isn't that big and there were 3 of them. I bartended for a long time so let's go guys, get it together. Busy or not it's quite simple to give decent service.

    (3)

  • Dan D.

    Amazing service! Margaritas are on point. Gnocchi was amazing. All there food looks great and from what I hear, it is.

    (4)

  • Megan L.

    My husband & I dined here last Friday evening (for the first time), and everything was amazing. AMAZING. For apps, we shared the brussels sprouts & squid. The brussels were probably the greatest thing I have *ever* tasted. I have been craving them like crazy ever since, and trying to recreate them at home (unsuccessfully!). I would visit P&K again and again just for the brussels. The squid was pretty good, but maybe a little too busy for my taste. A little less may have been a little more with this dish - but we definitely enjoyed it. As for the entrees, I had the Wagyu Bavette, and my husband the Monkfish. Both were INCREDIBLE. The Monkfish was served over the most deliciously prepared fennel - such a perfect pairing for this dish. As for the Wagyu - need I say more? Who doesn't love Wagyu Beef? It was cooked to perfection (med-rare) and served on the most delicious bed of farro and root veg salad. YUM. Topped it all off with Panna Cotta and couldn't have been happier. We will be back very soon for sure!

    (5)

  • Michelle C.

    I'll admit. I was super bummed when I heard the news that Johnny Mac would be stepping down as head chef at Pub & Kitchen. He was easily my favorite chef in the city, and no matter what I ordered at P&K, I was always impressed. I wondered how things would change and if I would still think of Pub & Kitchen as my go-to spot for a great but casual dinner. There were some big changes to the menu, most notably, the burger selection, which has been pared down to a basic burger with American cheese, shredded lettuce and thin slices of pickle. Sounds simple, but one bite and I was absolutely hooked. I spend significant amounts of time thinking about it (sad but true). I don't know what makes it so delicious, but I've practically forgotten about the Churchill I used to love. When I ordered the burger at dinner with my girlfriends, I had already raved so much that they had to try it. My one friend even asked for a second bite, and the thick-cut, perfectly crisp fries were devoured. The rest of the menu is equally impressive. I loved a simple but flavorful pappardelle with fresh summer vegetables and thin parmesan shavings. And the brunch offerings are still awesome. I even ate rabbit (which I will not typically do) when it was crumbled over their famous breakfast poutine. Chef Eli Collins is killing it, and I'm happy that my favorite neighborhood spot is still my favorite neighborhood spot.

    (5)

  • Kelly O.

    Not so great, actually. The Churchill burger was not in evidence when we went on a Wednesday evening, so I ordered a chicken sandwich. The chicken Caesar sandwich was served on a bun that tasted stale. The flavor of anchovies was so overwhelming that it tasted more like a fish sandwich, and not a great one. The McDonald's quality shaved lettuce heaped on it didn't help matters, and the fried chicken breasts on it were bland and tasteless. The service was excellent, however, and our request to be seated somewhere quiet was granted right away.

    (3)

  • Molly M.

    Pretentious and overpriced. Expensive drinks and a country club crowd. We weren't particularly impressed with the experience vs price point.

    (2)

  • Daniela M.

    Pub & Kitchen used to be a great neighborhood restaurant. They once had a delicious pork banger sandwich, they did a tasty pan fried gnocchi, etc. NOT so anymore. Went for a late brunch one Sunday and I felt like I was eating at a diner in the suburbs. The service was *ridiculously slow*, especially given how empty the restaurant was at 2pm. The duck eggs benedict was awful. The yolks were overcooked and the whites were undercooked and slimy. I don't even know how you can mess an egg up in exactly that way.

    (2)

  • Natalee F.

    I'm not sure why everyone seems to like this place so much. I've had drinks here in the past and they seemed ok, nothing memorable. I recently had dinner and I feel the same way about it. We were quickly seated and water was brought over to the table. The server filling our water said with conviction "enjoy!" which seemed appropriate, since the water was all we had for a very long time. After waiting and waiting, the server finally came over to take our drink order, we ordered drinks and food at the same time. Then we waited some more. The food and drinks seemed to take a really really long time to come out. I also overheard a conversation at the table to my left, where the waitress had forgotten ordered items, but still charged for them, and the table to my right, where the waitress forgot to take their food order altogether. It wasn't a very busy night, so I'm not sure what the issue was. After drinking the average drinks, and eating the 5/10 food, I wasn't impressed. I don't think I'll be back.

    (3)

  • Margeau N.

    I've always really liked the ambiance at the bar here, and the other night I had wonderful table service outside for dinner. The cheeseburger is really good, and their seasonal selections are always creative and delicious. Plus, when the weather is nice they open the side windows and it's nice to sit both outside or inside by the windows. Great neighborhood spot!

    (5)

  • Jim M.

    Best burger in the neighborhood, friendly staff, great drinks. Definitely a weekly spot.

    (5)

  • Rick V.

    Way, way, way over rated! Over priced and filed with Williamsburg hipster wannabes. The best burger in Philly? I think not! I requested medium on my burger and received a hockey puck from the Flyers last Stanley Cup. Meritage, directly across the street is MUCH better as is Shake Shack, Whiskey Village, Butcher and Singer and Bareburger. The wings are average at best and the drinks are weak enough for a Quaker to consume. Oh, and it's LOUD!!!! HAVE YOU HEARD OF EGG SHELL SOUND PROOFING? They're much better options in this city. Don't believe the hype!!!!

    (1)

  • Hiroko N.

    Beautiful cozy place, wonderful foods. We went for dinner with 4 and shared many dishes, you could tell there were a lot of thoughts in the flavors and they use very fresh ingredients. Both meats and fish dishes were good, I especially liked chicken, rabbit meatball and steak. Don't skip deserts. Main dish is around $22-25 range.

    (5)

  • Mike M.

    This place is over-rated, beer selection is for amateurs and food menu is bare. If you want to pretend like you know good food and beer go here. If you really know good food and beer, don't.

    (1)

  • JB Y.

    The food here is pretty damn awesome and I really like the aesthetics and ambience and overall casual but not slow or sleepy feel. I got the p&k burger with cheese and bacon AND they added fried egg which is basically greatest meal ever. It's pictured. It tasted so awesome. The waitstaff is also really nice but our particular waiter, while he meant well, he didn't seem too knowledgeable about the food. But no big deal, some people don't give an F.

    (5)

  • Jemma C.

    Two words- speed eating!!!! There's nothing about this place that wants you to chill, relax and enjoy your dinner. We ordered at 7.52pm and had the bill handed to us at 8.29. In those 37mins they managed to take our order, serve starters, mains, cocktails and wine. Food was ok as were the drinks. Staff were super. I'd happily go back if I was guaranteed my night wouldn't be finished in a half hour. I heard of turning tables but this was ridiculous.

    (3)

  • Alexa S.

    I've been to P&K a few times now, though the last few occasions I have not had the best food experiences...until Friday. I'd been traveling all week for work subsiding on caffeine and candy to get me through 17 hour days, I was in need of a decent meal and P&K delivered. We started out with the wings, which had an awesome tangy sauce (our UK friend said it had a kick, though we couldn't taste) and were piled high. I was deciding between the steak and burger and ultimately gave into the decadent cheeseburger - two patties, bacon and all the toppings. The rest of the table ordered starters for their meals, while they enjoyed the majority of their selections (grilled romaine salad, mussels and lamb tartare) they did not enjoy the octopus. The one thing I would recommend for P&K is a better menu description for the squid dish, it's basically a sausage filled squid with grilled vegetables and nuts, the sauce was a little fishy too. Overall a great food experience, and they have great cocktails - which remain consistent across the multiple visits to P&K. Get the mezcal concoction, you won't be disappointed (unless you don't like mezcal, haha).

    (4)

  • A B.

    A nice neighborhood feel, but it isn't the first place to pop into mind when asked for recommendations. The interior and service are nice, but the food and drinks are pricey for what is served.

    (3)

  • Emily W.

    We always left the old P&K, the one before the new chef and new menu a little disappointed- half-full bellies and half-empty wallets, so we were skeptical about trying it out again. But we finally made it and walked out full and happy this time. We loved everything we shared. They creamy cauliflower soup was super comforting with its caraway and rye gnocchi, and the kale salad had the perfect amount of acidity. The mussels and potatoes were in this rich coconut creamy broth that we thought about pouring into our mouths straight from the bowl, but resisted, and used a spoon to sop up every. last. drop. And the burger was delicious. Perfect bun to meat ratio and didn't leave you wanting to hibernate afterwards. We were disappointed that they didn't have dessert that night- they blamed it on the snow... whatever that means, and the place is quite rowdy, but what do you expect from a place that calls itself a pub?

    (4)

  • Brian L.

    solid burger. also tried the arctic char, which i wasn't as impressed with. a bit dry. good bar. haven't tried the happy hour but it seems like a good time!

    (4)

  • Catherine A.

    Very solid brunch fare with great prices (although everything looks better when viewed from the eyes of a New Yorker). The waitresses are friendly and attentive; my water was never empty; the rum cider was better than delicious. I had the two eggs/toast/bacon and my friends had the special which included two poached eggs and trout over a hashbrown. Another friend had the veggie grits with an over easy egg. Everyone left with a perfectly full belly- not too heavy, not too light. My friend also had the Bloody Rooster made with srirarcha which was AMAZING. Pub ambiance, dark wooden booths. $5 dark and stormy and other drink specials. If I lived in Philly, I'd so be back!

    (4)

  • Gregory B.

    First of all, don't go here on a first date. You can't hear anything and have to SCREAM the entire meal. It is the loudest restaurant I have ever been in. The food was mostly good but their "famous" burger is way overrated and the chicken wings were under cooked and chewy. The rabbit meatballs entree was excellent. Service was very good and even the waiter said it's too noisy but the manager likes it "loud and dark". I would never go back-- not a fun time and there are so many better places in the city.

    (2)

  • Timothy K.

    Great spot for a drink and some appetizers. Great beer selection and food is good. A little pricey for food but a great place to go for a drink!

    (4)

  • Micaela M.

    This is a perfect option for an outdoor brunch with friends. We made a reservation for four in advance and came around 11:00am, which I think is necessary since they have limited seating outside. The food was delicious. The waitress reminded us that heirloom tomatoes are at the peak of their season, so the BLTs became a no-brainer. They did not disappoint. I also recommend the french toast, which is pretty unique for french toast with the banana, almond, and cocoa nib butter. I liked that it wasn't overly sweet and the sourdough added an interesting flavor. On my next visit, it would be hard not to choose these two dishes again because they are downright crave-able. We had one hiccup where the kitchen sent one of us the wrong dish, but it was corrected pretty quickly. I would recommend the Bloody Rooster over the Wrangler if you like a spicier drink. The ambience was relaxing and peaceful for Center City. It's located on a quiet street. The sidewalk where the outdoor tables sit is pretty large, so you don't feel crammed against the restaurant or too close to people walking by. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience for our party of four!

    (4)

  • Jen S.

    I'm not sure what all the hype is about. I've been wanting to come her for so long because the name kept popping up all over the place. Sadly, I was not as impressed as I thought I would be. It was a very cute place, very hole-in-the-wall feeling with candles providing much of the light in the room. We had a few cocktails and beers. The cocktail I got was delicious (a little small for $9) but the cocktail my friend got was SO sour. It was not enjoyable, but she drank it anyways because we hate being a pain when we go out to eat. We got the wings and the cheese board to snack on while we drank. The wings were tasty, but pretty small and a bit overcooked. The cheeseboard was delicious though. They have rotating cheeses every few days as they come in fresh, so be sure to ask your server which ones they have if you happen to be indifferent towards a certain kind of cheese. Overall, this place is cute and I love the ambiance, but I am not sure that I will back soon.

    (2)

  • Chris M.

    Went back tonight hoping for a better time, this time we ate. Meh. I really wanted to like this place, I'm now amazed the locals keep coming here, they must truly be desperate. Menu is overpriced for the mediocre quality. It offers a non-inspiring small selection. 5 entrees? Nothing healthy to eat on the menu at all. We ordered the mussels. They are bad. No really, I dare you to eat them tonight.. sauce is ok at best, and literally the mussels are spoiled. 1 burger selection? This place gets 1 star for nice atmosphere, another for decent beers...... Btw, Victory Wheat.. yeah that should be a 16oz pour for $6.. it doesn't belong in a 12oz glass for $6. Terrible.

    (2)

  • Kat S.

    I visited this place for some drinks and a bite to eat this past weekend. It has a really nice atmosphere and is located on a cute and quiet corner in Graduate Hospital. The outside seating is nice, especially on a day like I had this past weekend. We tried the squid and the hummus. Both dishes were good, although not spectacular. I'd go back and try some more dishes, although their menu was limited. I'd recommend stopping by for drinks.

    (3)

  • Jill L.

    Prior to my visit to Pub and Kitchen, I was a little nervous about the number of negative Yelp reviews regarding the change in chef/menu (the "FAMOUS" burger was gone!). But it was my husband's birthday and P&K was his choice, so off we went! I really liked the atmosphere of this place. It was dark, but not too dark. Cozy but still felt more upscale than a local joint. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. Plus they had a good beer list. I was hooked before our food arrived. For our meal, we tried the smoked salmon topped deviled eggs and homemade potato chips with a cauliflower cheese dip to start. I went with a steak, while my husband went with the burger (despite it not being the "FAMOUS" one). The smoked salmon deviled eggs were amazing. I'm pretty sure I ate mine in about one second flat. The chips with the cheese dip were equally as tasty. I wish they had come with some veggies or other accoutrement-- the chip to dip ratio was too low! And I TOTALLY DID NOT eat the rest of the dip with a fork ... So about my entree. Words cannot describe how fast I ate that dish. The meat was cooked perfectly, and it came with some delicious sauteed scallions and onions and a potato rosti (block of scalloped potatoes, for those of you like me who had no clue what that was). Everything was covered in this delicious au jus. As for the birthday boy, he enjoyed his burger, but clearly not as much as I loved my meal. If you visit and the steak is being served, please order it. So why 5 stars? I debated between 4 and 5. There were a couple of things that bugged me (menu is not posted online, prices were a tad high, tables were very close to each other) but ultimately, I decided that because a month later I was still dreaming of that steak and those deviled eggs and that heavenly cheese dip that I TOTALLY DID NOT eat with a fork... this place definitely deserved all 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Stephanie S.

    I wish I could give 3.5 stars, but I'm feeling generous. Really good neighborhood spot, with fancy specialty cocktails and really delicious foods. Both times I've been, was slightly disappointed in the craft beer selection, bottles and draft, but there's enough cocktails on the menu to keep me interested! I ate a cheese plate and the escargo.. Both were sooo delicious. I heard the burgers are the best, so maybe ill order that next time. Atmosphere is narrow, dark lighting, pub style layout , long narrow bar with a few dinner tables in the back. Good for a casual but delicious dinner, and even better for several drinks! Weekends are packed, standing room only at bar, or 45 min wait for a table on Saturday nights. But, it's worth it and the staff are friendly! I will definatly return to P&K!

    (4)

  • Chip S.

    Definitely try this place out!! I went to dinner this past Saturday with some of my cousins from New York. Not only was the food incredible (I got the burger and my girlfriend got the pork chop which were both equally amazing), but the chef (Eli) came out to personally check on us to ensure everything was perfect. How often does that happen?? The chef... Checking in on customers! The beer selection was impressive as well! Between the food and the service, I'd rate this place to be a minimum of 5 stars (not to mention it has one of the best burgers in the city).

    (5)

  • Victoria L.

    After having P&K on my list for years, I finally came here for dinner the other day with a friend. I have been meaning to try their raved-about burger, but it wasn't what I was in the mood for at the time. Instead, I went with the pulled pork sandwich and I'm glad I did. The sauce was not too heavy and the cheesiness is so good. The fries here are amazing, and I love the aioli! My friend got the mussels and said they were very good. I'd love to come back for brunch and have the burger and bloody rooster.

    (4)

  • Robert H.

    Excellent food and service! My waiter was really friendly and attentive. The tempura shishito peppers and grilled squid stuffed with chorizo were fantastic. I'll keep this my go to neighborhood bar in Philadelphia.

    (5)

  • Monique B.

    Yum! The steak was as delicious as the duck and perfectly cooked. It came with these little hash brown squares that were some of the most delicious potato things I've ever had. The menu changes seasonally, so they'll probably have something else on the menu, but it's sure to be delicious. The service is good as well as the drinks. Everything is casual and cozy. Great place to meet up with friends or a date for dinner and a drink.

    (4)

  • Lilli C.

    Unfortunately, the delicious food was marred by the terrible service. The waitress we had was perhaps one of the rudest I've encountered in a while. It started when my boyfriend and I decided to order the Kolsch- which happens to be our favorite beer, despite being the cheapest on the menu and in a can. The waitress' response when we ordered this:"'um, really?" She also asked us 4 times if we wanted a glass with it...she finally brought the beers out with some glasses and asked AGAIN, if we needed a glass. YES we said again. She then attempted to pour the beer into the glass while it fizzed all over and told us she was a bad at pouring beer. Just give me the glass, I'll pour it myself I told her. GOOD was her response. The food however was delicious. Both the mussels and the skate were awesome. I would have stayed for dessert and more drinks if the waitress hadn't brought us over our check immediately after we finished dinner without asking us if there was anything else we'd like. I'll definitely be back here, but avoid the rude waitress' section.

    (3)

  • Rosie C.

    From the moment I saw the cool old exterior door, I thought we had found the perfect place for a late Friday dinner. And when we saw Cooper sharp cheese on the menu, that confirmed it. Pub & Kitchen is a comfortable neighborhood bar with an elevated foodie feel. For example, instead of a regular wedge salad with iceberg lettuce, I had a salad with grilled gem lettuce, which was really unique and delicious. I also had the oyster po' boy app, which was one large slider--also delicious, but very fishy tasting. The bf declared that the burger is within his top three burgers in Philly. High praise, indeed. Our only complaint was that the dining area, which bleeds into the bar area, was very, very loud. It was full, but not packed, and yet we had to shout to be heard. Perhaps it would be best before 10pm. There is a cozy side room (perfect for parties) that may have been quieter. All in all, I would absolutely return and encourage you to do the same!

    (4)

  • Resham G.

    I used to live for the burgers here, so it made sense that after living in India for a year, where beef burgers are tough to find, I came to pub and kitchen to fulfill my meaty desires. Sadly, the burger I had was a far cry from the burger I remembered. Instead of being a thick, juicy, pink center affair, it was two thin gray patties that tasted of McDonald's but worse. The bartenders informed me that they had a new chef and that customers were really into this chic take on a more classic taste (two sad little patties instead of one perfectly grilled slab of goodness) but I beg to differ. If I wanted thin, overcooked meat patties, I would not have forked over so much money here. Still a cool space with nice drinks, but the new style burger completely changed my mind about pub and kitchen.

    (2)

  • Elizabeth M.

    Went here for dinner and sat at the bar. Good draught selection as well as cans / bottles. Cocktails also looked interesting. Had the skirt steak to eat. Asked for rare but bartender suggested medium rare, and I agreed. Chard very good. Croquettes a little too bready for me. Steak delicious. They do seem to like their salt, which I'm not a huge fan of. They had two tvs in the bar, both on sports which was nice. Bartenders were attentive but not annoyingly. Parking situation wasn't great, but there was a garage a block away that I used. Outdoor seating looked nice as well. Would come back

    (4)

  • I.E. C.

    Really enjoyed my time at Pub & Kitchen. Server was fabulous. However, I got stuck in the very back and it was like an ice box with the air blowing right on our table. Luckily our server was kind enough to move us to the main dining area where it was much more comfortable. Food was very good. Pulled pork sandwich was tasty. Nothing that would blow you out of your shoes, but nonetheless, good! Fries were also tasty. Overall, I would definitely come back!

    (4)

  • Gabby M.

    Super cool place! I had the burger and it is definitely one of the juiciest, most flavorful burgers I have gotten in Philadelphia. The service was great and the ambiance was nice. I do agree with other reviews that it was pretty loud in there so definitely not the best place for conversations.

    (4)

  • Vichet O.

    Good burger. Good service. Good drinks. Good ambiance. That's about all I needed to rate this place at a 4. I would, however, never come here if it were crowded. The feel of the place would be ruined by more than "regular crowd" sized attendance. Then again, who knows? Maybe the place turns into a gigantic dance party on Fridays and Saturdays and it's actually awesome. ... can someone tell me if that's actually the case? The only downside is that their beers aren't full pints, unless I've been ordering the wrong beers. It's the old "tall-skinny-glass" trick. Ah, well. I probably shouldn't drink so much anyway.

    (4)

  • Vicki S.

    I really want to love this place since it's only a block from my apartment... I've given it many tries but I guess it's just not meant to be. During my last experience, I tried to go there for brunch and sat outside for a good 15 minutes without even getting served water... seeing how slow the service was going to be, my friends and I decided it wasn't worth the wait and just left. Didn't really feel bad since we weren't even acknowledged by anyone yet. The other times I've been, service was also slow but tolerable and the food is actually pretty good. However, the servers seem to really try and push drinks on you and seem disappointed when you decline. Plus side is that their bread, grilled gem salad and sandwiches/burgers are good. But there's a lot of "good" places in Philly so if your service isn't on par, it's just not worth the hassle of going back.

    (2)

  • Julia L.

    I really wish I could enjoy more of the hidden gems in Rittenhouse sq area and adjacent areas but you know me and parking. If there's no good parking options in the area, I'm less likely to dine there. I guess this mentality will need to change when I move back to the Northeast and start taking public transportation. we didnt find parking so we parked in a nearby parking lot (I know, I know. a little part of my soul just died too), and as we were walking up towards the entrance, I saw logo and said "Look a pig! Wait. no. that's not a pig." Upon closer inspection, I saw that it was some sort of fusion between a rabbit and a pig, also known as a pabbit. Besides the reviews about greatest burger in the city, I didn't know much else about this restaurant (clearly). This Belgian ale had a nice carbonated kick to it. Even when Joe passed his glass over for a sip, I could smell the wheat-y-good-ness. Very nice for those, who like me, aren't fans of the bitter taste. I had the white grape sangria with some grapes and apple slices in it. It was very refreshing, perfect for a hot summer day (apparently Philly was having a heat week when I was there). We decided to order both of the burgers on their menu. The Churchill burger has a custom dry-aged beef patty with sauteed onions and french fries on the side. The flavor of this beef just sang. So delicious! Joe loved that it didn't have a cheese to take away from the beef flavor. I'm more of the "can't have enough cheese" school of thought. And the burger was just so juicy~ And did I mention delicious? The Parliament burger had bacon (yum!), English cheddar (double yum!), pub sauce and some crispy french fries. The only problem with eating this delicious dish outside was competing with flies for some fries! The burger was good (but not as flavorful as the Churchill) and I loved the contrast that the crispy bacon texture and the cheddar cheese flavor added to the burger. For a side dish we had the sauteed kale with pine nuts and golden raisins. Kale has become a new favorite for me (luckily, it's becoming a trendy veggie in restaurants as well). I kinda wish this dish had more flavor but overall, the meal was excellent.

    (5)

  • Matthew H.

    A buddy and myself went to Pub and Kitchen for dinner on a Thursday night. Our apps were extremely good, I got the smoke wings and my buddy got the carrot salad, both very good. The problem is that our entrees took more than 40 minutes to come out. We didn't complain but that's because we didn't need to the waitress kept coming by and promising that our food was going to come out and apologizing for the wait. It was busy in the restaurant but not so much that it should have taken that long for a steak cooked medium and skate wing. It really kind of dampened the dinner. I want to like this place and this was the first time I have eaten here after they got a new chef and renovated the place. Unfortunately I can't see myself returning to eat if they take 40+ minutes to deliver food to the table.

    (2)

  • David B.

    Drinks: Tried the "Wrangler" which was named the best Bloody Mary for 2012 by Philadelphia magazine. It tasted and looked really great. It has a nice horseradish kick. The biddy I was with ordered the "Diablo" which was tequila-based and really good also. The atmosphere is really cool. It has "mood lighting" and near the front there is a long wooden bar which is usually packed. There are tables in the back for those who want to eat or have a bit more privacy. The bartenders are attentive and quick with a suggestion or drink. I haven't tried there food yet but I plan on going back soon to try their much-lauded burger.

    (5)

  • Abby B.

    I've been going to P&K even before it had such a classy name. Anyone remember Chaucers?! Yeah, I thought so. Great date spot as the bar is nice and long and there's even a second bar-like area behind the regular bar. Since the remodel, the decor looks more woodsy, which sort of makes me feel like I'm at a rustic cabin, which in turn, makes me want to drink more wine. Amazing happy hour, which begins at 4:00 - perfect for those of us who are educators and looking for a place to celebrate making it to the end of a week. The food is pretty stellar too. I've had the burger, which is always a good option. As for the prices, they're slightly on the higher side compared to some of the other spots in the neighborhood. However, I don't mind paying a bit extra for the ambiance, especially since I'm not a dive bar kind of gal anyways.

    (4)

  • Andrew L.

    I came alone on a Sunday night. Business was steady. Great atmosphere. Cosy and classy feel. They have dark wooden tables with white cloth napkins and candles. The host seated me right away. They leave a glass bottle of water on your table instead of keeping track of it. Which I prefer. I was craving a burger, so naturally I ordered the cheese burger. My server pre-set the table for me with all necessary condiments. My burger came within 10minutes. Quick. Sting fries. 2 thin patties cooked medium. Looked juicy. It tasted juicy. Stringy onion strips in an aoli, if you like onions. It worked for this burger. Bacon is always a must. Server checked on me often. My server was Conor. He did a great job. He was quick and efficient but you didn't feel rushed. I'd come back.

    (4)

  • Annie D.

    Came in with a friend for late night cocktails and wine. Bartender was friendly, knowledgeable, and offered great drink options. I had the daiquiri. It wasn't the most original cocktails, but was still a smooth and delightful drink. Purchased a bottle of cabernet to go. Yum! To say the least, I'm glad we stopped by. Decor: Atmosphere was very comforting. Reminded me of a few hip or "in-the-now" spots in LA or NY. Perfect place to take a date.

    (4)

  • Bridget H.

    P&K has been one of my favorite spots for a long time, and my boyfriend and I come in very regularly, often for the burger and beer selection. We were very excited about the renovation and reimagination that recently took place and stopped in Sunday night to check it out. I am so sad to report this, but our experience left much to be desired. First, one of our favorite beers that had been a mainstay for some time disappeared (but whatever). But then, the unthinkable happened. I tried to order their famous burger, as I have done many times before, and found out that it is an entirely different concept now (I guess due to the new chef?). First, I was told they could not cook it to any particular temperature (it only comes medium. What?). Then it came out and was two thin patties smothered in American cheese and grease on a somewhat lame bun. Also, the meat fell apart each time I took a bite. It tasted like a Shake Shack burger, which I enjoy, but in a very different I'm-starving-and-hungover-and-want-greasy-crap kind of way. The P&K burger was sheer perfection, and they ruined it. Why?? We waited a long time to get our food, and my boyfriend's steak was cold by the time it arrived. The restaurant was not busy at all at the time. The waitress graciously corrected the problem, and my boyfriend said his food was really good in the end, but we walked away feeling like this was not the P&K we've come to know and love. I hope things improve because I don't want to have to find a new favorite neighborhood bar/burger go-to.

    (2)

  • Vanessa H.

    Had a great meal here. Saturday night. Monk's was packed and we wanted some mussels. Sat outside, which seems like the way to go. Service was ON POINT. Our server was amazing. It's like she was reading our minds, and she had the perfect balance of attentive but not intrusive. We had a cheese plate to start. Then I had the mussels, which were great. I remember drinking tasty red wine (of course) so I can't remember what it was (also of course!). Will definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Megan B.

    Just moving back to the area and where did Chaucers go?!? I definitely miss the old place, but the Pub & Kitchen does not disappoint. Great atmosphere, good drinks, and delicious eats! I will definitely be going back.

    (4)

  • Alissa L.

    Great ambiance! Stopped in for a drink and snacks after work tonight. Bartenders were super friendly and attentive. Had the rosemary potato crisps which were a refreshing spin to typical bar food.

    (5)

  • Lilah T.

    Can't go wrong with this place. Great cocktails, awesome food, and cute/sweet staff. I suggest the cheese plate (they serve it on a cutting board that looks like the middle of a tree) and the menu changes a decent amount that you never get bored with the options.

    (5)

  • Nathan L.

    A few rambling points before I return to sobbing, as if for a lost loved one: Pub and Kitchen has officially sold us all out. 1. Not one appetizer under $9 - WTF. The side salad costs nine dollars. Nine. Dollars. WHO THE HELL DO THEY THINK THEY ARE? 2. REALLY bad service. It's as if they pride themselves on how bitchy they can be to customers. 3. What happened to the menu? This place used to have great food, but for whatever reason, they cut all the good stuff out. 4. Take a look at many of the recent reviews... they all are pointing in the same direction. The consensus is, this place is beginning to suck. If I could give one star without getting filtered, trust me, I would. The beer list is the one thing Pub and Kitchen has going for it. Unfortunately for P&K, there are plenty of places in Philly to have a good beer. So let's review: OVERPRICED (this is not coming from a cheap-ass), BITCHY, UNDERWHELMING, and SUCKY. Take it from me: Go anywhere else. Stick your face in a box fan. Save your $9. The humanity.

    (2)

  • Felicia D.

    The food is just as stellar at P&K as it was when I was the first to review the joint back when it first opened. The spicy, lip-tingling pulled pork is my go-to, but my friends enjoyed their crabcake sandwiches and coconut-whispered mussels. The burger's lights have not dimmed over the past two years, either. What sets P&K apart these days is how absolutely refined the service has become. Our server, Beth, wound off the specials of the evening with such love and knowledge I was tempted to order all of them, especially the organic, juicy meatloaf sandwich on brioche toast with grilled onions. Not only was she superbly versed in the menu, Beth was quick, efficient and funny. She is an obvious professional who enhanced our experience exponentially. Lastly, the decor here has always been great, but the additions of the flower planters outside and ringing the fairy-light wrapped trees has transported the outdoor dining section. It's just gorgeous, and makes dining outside on a cool spring evening a joy.

    (4)

  • Erica M.

    Solid 3.5, rounded up for great service and outdoor seating. Despite living in the area for quite a while, we made our first trip to Pub and Kitchen recently (since the new chef and new menu). We were expecting upscale pub food (like gastropub) and were quite surprised when the menu wasn't gastropub food at all. Unfortunately, we came with a picky eater and she didn't see a single thing on the menu she liked except a side salad. This is definitely not a restaurant for picky eaters - the menu is quite limited (we kept thinking we were missing a page). We ended up starting with the olive and fennel bread, which was fantastic. My favorite part of the meal. The Westside cocktail was delicious and quite refreshing...the punch was just wayyyyyy too strong. I enjoyed my mussels (not the best in the world, but solid), my fiance's burger was fantastic (two patties, cooked at a good medium, super flavorful), and my friend's "young lettuce" side salad was really good as well (I don't know what's different about young lettuce, but I suppose it's good that they don't use old lettuce.). I was given 1 slice of baguette to soak up my mussel broth and when I asked for more, they brought me 1 more slice. Seemed awfully stingy. Overall, I think we'd go back if we were in the mood for a burger and tasty cocktails. But expect to pay $22+ for entrees and around $15 for small plates (which I believe is considerably pricier than the old P&K). If you're looking for higher end bar food instead, I'd recommend Sidecar for a nearby spot.

    (4)

  • Zoe P.

    It was a serious travesty that, after living ONE BLOCK away for a year, we hadn't eaten at Pub & Kitchen. Until now. Street seats always look filled, so we figured a popular neighborhood place - nearly every night of the week - had to be good. The interior was WAAAY too cold when we arrived for dinner, but thankfully there was an open table outside for the two of us that we snagged. I'd rather be a little warm than freezing, and at least there was a breeze moving the humid air and our ice cold water kept being refilled by attentive staff. I wasn't too hungry - heat does that to me - so I decided to order two appetizers and forgo a drink. But my fiance ordered the special IPA they had on tap after our waitress said it was supposedly considered THE BEST IPA out there. He had to agree after his first sip. We didn't wait long for food, and what came out of the kitchen was great. I got the steamed manila clams with fennel, roma tomatoes, and a white wine sauce with two pieces of grilled bread to start, and the clams were cooked perfectly (although I wish there had been a few more!). I even allowed my fiance a piece of bread to sop up the delicious broth, which he loves to do. I also ordered the crispy Farmer's egg, breaded and fried, and served atop poached white asparagus, with prosciutto aspic and pickled mustard. An unusual looking dish, and very minimal, but the subtle flavors work and I cleaned that plate. My fiance went with my suggestion and tried one of their burgers, the Parliament Burger with carver's bacon, english cheddar, pub sauce, and fries. I even got a small bite and that is a damn fine burger - the fries are quite good, too! Now we know why everyone in our 'hood seems to grab a table the moment it's free. Good food, good drinks, and good service - can't ask for much more! We'll be back...to try that other burger...

    (4)

  • MaryAnn Z.

    Like a few other reviewers, I live very nearby. I have to admit I loved Chaucer's for what it was, and it was much more welcoming as a neighborhood establishment than P&K is. Our service was decent, and the burger was incredible, but if you don't like fish, you're very limited on food options. While I think the remodel is prettty, I don't think the sit-down fancy-shmance thing they're trying to do is very conducive to the layout. They don't seem to like having people in the bar to watch sports, and given how loud I can hear the crowd during big games, they should ease up on that. I don't know. It's not a bad place. It's nice. But it's pretty unremarkable. I kind of hope it shuts down and reopens as something that I would suggest to people who don't live in the neighborhood. Right now, the only thing it has going for it is its proximity to my house.

    (3)

  • JC C.

    Really impressed with my experience here. The Churchill Burger is the best hamburger I've ever had in my life, calling it a hamburger almost seems to be doing it a disservice. Very respectable beer selection, interesting cocktail menu (glad to see Rye represented), bring your own vinyl nights, beautiful attentive severs, tasteful decor, reasonable prices, out door seating options in a nice neighborhood, what more could you want?

    (5)

  • Shaun O.

    Ended up here for the roomie's bday-turned out be a pretty solid pick on his part. First plus-its 5 minutes away from my place (living in Grad Hospital is spoiling me). Second, great selection of beers here and the service in bringing them is pretty solid. I had one of their burgers (since I didn't want to go with their $20 entree plates) and for $14, it is quite a serving that you get it. It was the Pallentine burger, if I remember correctly. Overall, a pretty solid place for dinner and drinks....just remember to bring a little extra cash, as the entrees are a little on the pricy side-but definitely worth it.

    (4)

  • Noheli T.

    My overall experience at Pub & Kitchen was wonderful! It was pretty busy for a Saturday night, which made it a little bit hard to hold a conversation. The burgers are delicious and the drinks are wonderful! The only negative that I have is that it's a bit pricey but I would definitely worth the price!

    (4)

  • Julia N.

    I seem to keep finding myself sitting outside here this summer, and I've had very consistent experiences. Things start off smoothly - you order a drink, maybe a special sangria, which might underwhelm you with its one-note apple juice flavor, maybe a Founders Pale Ale or something else off the short but well-chosen beer list. Maybe you'll share some pub snacks with your friends - plain heirloom tomatoes that might leave you wishing you'd saved your $3 for the farmer's market instead, or polenta and smoked tomato relish, which is rather delightful. Green gazpacho is brilliantly spicy, and the fries are just fine with their rich sauce. I recommend ordering all your food and drinks together at the beginning, because at some point, you'll think about drinking another beer or trying some broccoli rabe, but your server won't be around. This marks the beginning of the end. You won't mind waiting at first. You'll finish your drink, talk to your friends, watch the people strolling by. Some while later, ice clinking in empty cocktail glasses, straws desperately sucking at the three drops of water you have left, empty plates scattered across the table, you'll end up having to hunt down your server for the check and eventually escape, wondering why you keep coming back here.

    (3)

  • Jay M.

    We had lunch here today and I wasn't impressed at all. The service SUCKED. We were about to leave when the waiter finally came over. I was again about to leave when the food finally showed up. The food was fine, but my burger wasn't worth the $18. There were only 4 tables including us and a few people at the bar. When we were finished the waiter kept looking over at us, but never came over. I finally had to get up and go ask him for the check. WTF?

    (1)

  • lyndsey F.

    This is my brunch review: 1. I'm a Philly girl, I love soft pretzels. 2. I'm a Jewish girl, I love smoked salmon. 3. I'm a party girl, I love booze. So when you mix all three of them, put them on a plate together and then put that plate at a restaurant down the street from my house, it's a total deal maker. All I'm saying is that the toasted fennel soft pretzel with vodka cured salmon is amazing. And their brunch drinks (many of which contain my fave, st. germain) are amazing. I just feel very blessed to have P&K brunch in my life. I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT I FORGOT TO MENTION THAT ABBA WAS PLAYING. I'm upping the star count for Waterloo.

    (5)

  • Jessica W.

    The Bread Pudding is amazing! The Churchill burger is pretty good. It's supposed to be a custom blend of meat which is exciting, but at that price I think there are other burgers in the neighborhood that taste better. I think for the price you're better off going with the regular burger and adding what you want. A friend of mine had celery root soup that she said was great! I love the french fries... they're a great snack. Love the beer list. The staff here is always very nice... from hosts to bartenders to servers, really great service. I went to a private party in the room upstairs last month, our bartender was very sweet and the room was the perfect place for our party. All of the food they made for the party was incredible.

    (4)

  • Ashley L.

    I live a block away so thought it was about time to try this place out! I'm a burger fan and saw that theirs was listed as one of the best in Philly. Naturally, I had to try it out for myself. Reasonably priced, but was disappointed to learn that cheese was $2 extra. Sadly, I was disappointed again to find hardly any cheese on my burger! You'd think they would pile it on if you're paying extra for it. The burger itself was good, but nothing special. Haven't tried anything else on the menu but won't be ordering the burger again!

    (3)

  • Megan M.

    Hoped for better, but it has its charms. Popped in for an early Sunday dinner on a very warm fall afternoon. We didn't have to wait for an outside table, but we hadn't been there very long before the traffic started to pick up and people had to wait to be seated. This place has a great atmosphere; large windows open to the outside, big bar, small tables outside. Coasters with Tolkien quotes on them and a pig-rabbit logo? This place is right up my alley! Unfortunately, those were the high points. Service was mediocre at best. Our waiter was slow at times and too eager to rip unfinished food or drinks out from under us at others. Plus, he was clearly too cool for school, which someone should remind servers, doesn't feed my incentive to generously tip. My friend and I had the pulled pork sandwiches. Good, but I have had better for cheaper. Fries were not worth eating. Since it's not in my immediate neighborhood, I wouldn't hurry back, but I would definitely go again to try something else (and another waiter). It could be a really great place, so I've got my fingers crossed for them.

    (3)

  • Michael B.

    This restaurant/bar is so much fun, and the food is great. While it is annoying that they do not take reservations, it is fun to stand at the bar and have a drink while waiting for a table. This is a trendy, fun place to dine and have a few drinks. I have been here twice, and both times have been a great experience. This is an awesome place to go with a group of friends.

    (4)

  • Meems C.

    Went last Wednesday night on a whim with my friend from out of town. Can I just say - wow! I'm definetly a fan. From the outside, it was very quiet and didn't look like much. Upon opening the door and pushing through the curtain, it was bustling! We were greeted warmly by the hostess who seated up right away at a corner table that reminded me of Italian joints, where you're super close to your neighbor. It was SUPER dark, the menu was short and simple, and the beer list was tiny, but definetly worth going for. Our server greeted up promptly and when I asked about certain beers, she gave excellent recommendations. We decided to begin with the wings and weren't disappointed. Only gripe was that the plates were a little too large for the size of our table. Nonetheless, everything was simply delicious. My friend ordered the pulled pork and I ordered their famous burger. Any burger that is made with creekstone beef, I'm in. It's a steep $18, but it's the best burger I've ever had - period. My friend gobbled the pulled pork without coming up for air and finished the entire plate. We loved everything, from the atomsphere to the service, and of course, the food. Warning : Just because it's called "Pub" and Kitchen, doesn't mean it will look or feel like your old neighborhood pub or even resemble the prices. It's a step up and if you don't want to spend the cash, go elsewhere. Cannot wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    Can't believe it took me this long to check this place out as it is right around the corner from my apartment. Big mistake on my part, I've been missing out. Although the prices lean toward the expensive site, it was well worth the dining experience. The bar is a great place to post up before eating, lots of high quality drafts on tap with enough variety for ones mood. Interesting variety of people, all ages likely just representing the locals. As for the meal, we had some mussels which were average. Not as much flavor as I had hoped but still enjoyable with no signs of sand (my ultimate pet peeve) Now for the burger which gets its own paragraph. This was the juiciest piece of meat I have ever tasted in burger form. This special blend they bring in is no joke. I opted for cheese but next time might keep it au natural. The ultimate compliment I can give is I did not ask for ketchup which is unheard of. The fries were tasty also, perfectly seasoned. Go treat yourself asap.

    (4)

  • Alexa R.

    Great crowd. Great service. Good food. Bad prices. Sat outside at a highly coveted sidewalk table on Friday night to celebrate a friend's birthday. Had the beet salad and some mussels. Also had a few glasses of savignon blanc. The prices are just too high - I know it is Rittenhouse Light, but you can do better than that.

    (3)

  • elanya m.

    I went again this past Thursday after dinner at Amis...PnK is usually my favorite place but I was so turned off last night it might be awhile til I head back. Three of us were all standing at the bar watching the TV (all star game) and the bartender just up and turned it to some random channel!!! Everyone I was with thought it had to of been a mistake and there was no way that she didn't see us watching! We ended up not saying anything but someone else must have because within 2 minutes she turned it back....she is the only rude bartender in the whole place...

    (3)

  • Becky L.

    Coming into Philadelphia for the weekend to visit my sister, hitting up the train directly after work and arriving in late Friday night, meant we were worried about finding a good place to eat. In DC when its past 11, your options are usually somewhat limited to Jumbo Slice, Ben's Chili Bowl, Amsterdam Falafel or their ilk -- good late night places (well not Jumbo Slice) with cheap satisfying food. We wanted something more substantial and less greasy, so we were happy when my sister suggested Pub & Kitchen. Her friends had been raving about it and they served their full menu until 1 am. Food: We ordered a lot at the table, the best part being I got to try it all. And all of it was great. The most delicious gnocchi I've ever tasted (served with crab and vegetables); amazing wings in honey whiskey sauce (which are also probably the biggest bargain on the menu, a huge plate for $9); a great, perfectly dressed arugula salad with watermelon, mint and feta; and a hearty and flavorful burger. If I had to choose a weak spot it would be the fries that came with the burger, a little soggy, but such a minor complaint. Everything else was great. Drinks: I had (okay several) mojitos, which tasted crisp and clean, with a generous amount of mint and not overdone on the sugar. I also tried the sangria which was good but nothing to write home about. Great variety of beers that the rest of the table chose from. Service: From looking at the other reviews, it seems that service can be spotty. But we had great service and a fairly attentive server. It helped that the bar wasn't too crowded but I never felt like I had to wait for anything. Finally, they have a pig-rabbit for their logo. Awesome! (although it creeped out my bf a little bit, I love it).

    (5)

  • Stef A.

    James L. you MUST get the dessert next time. The banana bread pudding is amazing and my boyfriend and I went to pub and kitchen solely for this item last night. AND...best of all, the chef gave us our dessert for free. I have no idea why but I think it might have something to do with the fact that we were shoving the bread pudding in our mouths when he came over to ask us how we liked it and I couldn't answer him right away because my mouth was too full. That's my guess. Anyway, I am a huge fan of pub and kitchen. I love the warm and cozy atmosphere, the burgers are good, and the fries w/aoili dipping sauce are addicting.

    (4)

  • Michael G.

    Nice pub food, styled up a level or two. Always enjoy the draft list, good service. Too crowded on sports nights, if you're only there for the food. Clientele is lots of button-up shirts.

    (4)

  • Marc Z.

    The bar atmosphere and outdoor dining has always been excellent at the Pub & Kitchen and a good beer + wine list to boot. What has changed is the food; the menu is strange (e.g. the only chicken dish is for 2 and $48), but the true stab in the heart is the disappearance of the Churchill Burger to be replaced by something with 2 small patties that is reminiscent of a Big Mac on a ciabatta roll. It is a true shame, I used to take people here to experience the best burger in town (maybe the best anywhere). I would potentially still stop in for drinks if I was in the neighborhood, but I don't see a reason to go out of my way to make this a dining destination anymore.

    (2)

  • Sophia S.

    Really tasty burgers and drinks and a cool decor. BUT, after eating there my boyfriend and I both felt ill. I mean, run for the toilet ill. And I do not have a weak stomach. With all their emphasis on high-quality ingredients....they may want to check on the expiration dates of their grass fed beef....

    (2)

  • Thomas W.

    Holy holy holy Christ. How in the world is this dude George still working here and diarrhea-spraying all over customers?? I totally forgot I had a Yelp account until I I ran into this chubby shithead at the bar again when a couple of good friends told me to swing through to P&K. To be fair, he was fine with me but rolling his eyes and just being a pretentious dick to a bunch of people there. I dunno, whatever, my bonus check clears tomorrow and this dude is still here being a miserable SOB so i guess that makes me feel better.

    (1)

  • Natasha K.

    I went on a Saturday afternoon with my husband for my birthday, and we sat outside. I have to say, my husband and I are in the food industry and have been to a lot of places like this, but this menu was the most expensive of its style that I've seen. We got the special appetizer, a crab and artichoke pot, which was underwhelming (and loaded with celery, which I'm not a fan of at all), as well as small, for $12. I got the Churchill burger for my main, which I couldn't help but feel was a waste of aged beef; you couldn't really taste it under everything else, and I ordered it rare but it was ice cold and raw in the center, which was a little TOO rare for me. The fries were pretty decent, but for $22 I expected a lot more. My husband got the pulled pork sandwich, which he said was, "Very good, but I wish it came with fries or something, I'm still kinda hungry." He wound up eating my fries after he finished. We got the chocolate tarte for dessert, which was simple and quite good, especially the lemon curd. Wish there had been more of it! My wine was $10 a glass, and the first glass definitely tasted like the bottle had been open for a while; also, it didn't even look like I was poured 2 full fingers, and it wasn't a big wine glass. I had 2 glasses, and my husband had 2 draft beers, which were about $9 each, a Sly Fox and Hundred Pound Monkey. Our server was good, very attentive, as he should have been since we were his only table, as he told us later. Overall, I felt like the food really fell short considering the price of everything. The bill came to $100 for the two of us before tip, and my husband was still kind of hungry. I have had far better meals for half the price at places like Memphis Taproom or South Philly Taproom, especially if you're looking for good beer. I'm not against smaller portions of really delicious, unique food, but this menu was neither of those things; everything tasted predictable and ordinary, and I just can't excuse that for the prices they're charging. There are too many similar places in the city to choose from, I think they need to step it up a bit.

    (2)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :4:00 pm - 2:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : No
    Good for Kids : No
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Music : Background
    Good For Dancing : No
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Happy Hour : Yes
    Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat
    Coat Check : No
    Smoking : No
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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