Ambrosia Ristorante

Such a wonderful experience! The calamari was light and crispy, the octopus was tender and full of flavor, and the branzino was the highlight, fresh and cooked perfectly. Everything tasted so good without being overcomplicated. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere made the whole evening really enjoyable. Definitely a place I’d love to come back to.

After having dined here once before, The Missus (bless 'er) and The Kid insisted that I, too, should experience Ambrosia. It was a darn good thing that The Missus (bless 'er) had the foresight to make a Friday night reservation for three people at 7:30 a week in advance. When we arrived slightly early, the place was packed- inside and out. We waited briefly before being seated inside. Our server and busser were extremely personable and efficient. The server even had the kindness to laugh at one of my more pathetic "dad" jokes, raising them even higher in my esteem. The specials were presented, our wine was opened (a delicious Primativo from San Maranzano that we brought along), bottled water delivered, and order taken. Fresh focaccia arrived with an unsual, but delicious and unidentifiable dipping sauce. We had decided to share three appetizers: gazpacho with crab, grilled octopus and carpaccio. The gazbacho was refreshing and tasty, enhanced by the sweet, sweet crab meat. The grilled octopus was, quite frankly, the best we'd ever had- and I always order octopus if it is on a menu. The flesh was tender with just a hint of char to give some complexity. The single arm was presented on a bed of salsa verde with fingerling spuds and chorizo sausage. A very pleasant combination. The Kid especially enjoyed the Primativo with it. The Kid chose the evening's special of braised lamb neck. A big portion that brought no end of joy to The Kid's lust for lamb. The Missus (bless 'er) opted for soft-shell crab spaghettini with fava beans. Delicious. I myself had the duck (but got stuck with the bill) breast on a bed of pureed sweet potato, roasted beets and apricots. Unexpectedly, the sweet flavors of the potato, beet and apricot paired very nicely with the duck breast. Lastly for dessert, I went with a roasted peach with ice cream (simple, but good), and The Kid had the chocolate mousse cake. They said it was the best they had ever had. Overall, this was a lively, delicious, and exciting experience:the food was excellent; the service professional; the ambience loud, but not overpowering. People were eating, talking and enjoying themselves in every part of the house. And that's what it's all about, isn't it?

I came here a few weeks ago, and I’m still so disappointed that I came in the first place. Not one thing that I ordered tasted good, and I spent almost $200. The gnocchi tasted like canned pasta and had a weird aftertaste, and the noodles for the Cacio e Pepe and the Mafaldine were way beyond al dente, and the flavors for the sauces were bland. The Caesar salad tasted nothing like an actual Caesar salad, the calamari tasted like a car tire with beans, and the beef carpaccio had to be the worst one I had. Even the soda tasted funny, and the top it all off the roof was dripping water everywhere. I’m usually not one to write a bad review but for the prices of everything just for all items to be beyond bad I couldn’t recommend a place less.

This place is amazing. Our waiter was awesome. Plenty of vegetarian options which I love. The ambiance is great. Def make reservations, we got lucky but it got packed when we left. The back patio looked so cute! I got the mafaldine pasta and my friend got the salmon. She loved the salmon and I loved my pasta. The focaccia was so good and it comes with oil. We also got the Brussels sprouts. Best thing ever. Will definitely be back.

Great Italian BYOB! All house made pasta, very fresh. They give free bread as a starter, AND it was a delicious focaccia. Would highly recommend the burrata or Brussel sprouts for a starter, both were excellent. I got the mafaldine, which was very good. The rest of the group enjoyed their pasta as well. They have a nice space, with covered outdoor seating, 2 indoor dining rooms (and i believe an upstairs as well) and a covered indoor greenhouse room. Staff all very friendly, attentive and helpful with recommendations. Will 1000% be back!

Ambrosia has held a special place in my heart ever since the very first time I went. This charming Italian spot, tucked away on the edge of Rittenhouse Square, is my favorite hidden gem in Philly. One important tip: it’s BYOB—so don’t forget to bring your favorite bottle of wine or bubbly to make the afternoon or evening even better. I was a little bummed that the outdoor seating wasn’t open, but honestly, it was probably just too dang hot! They’ve also switched up the main entrance—it’s now on the side of the restaurant. But once we stepped inside, we were welcomed by the host and quickly seated. I’ll admit the tables are on the smaller side, but we made it work with our two bottles of prosecco (no regrets). We started off with the calamari, which is not your typical fried version—it’s sautéed and swimming in a rich red (maybe marinara?) sauce. Super flavorful! But if you want something lighter, I’m practically begging you to try the Brussels sprouts. They are out of this world. For entrees, I had the mushroom tortellini and my girly pop went with the cacio e pepe. Both were absolutely delicious! My only tiny gripe is that the tortellini portion was a bit small—I only got about four pieces—but the flavor more than made up for it. The cacio e pepe, on the other hand, was just the right amount and perfectly creamy. If you’re craving homemade pasta and inviting, intimate vibes, Ambrosia is definitely the place for you. I brought my dad here for Father’s Day and he loved every bite. I’ll continue introducing friends and family to this lovely little restaurant—and I already can’t wait to go back.

Enjoyed the service. Food lack flavor. Portions of appetizers were small. They have a good wine list and some cocktails. However it is BYOB. We ordered a bottle of Malbec & it was disappointing. Atmosphere was a bit loud, it was hard to hear our waitress. Staff was friendly and service was prompt. Glad we visited, but not memorable.

First I would like to say that the restaurant was super cute and had a lovely ambience. Additionally, the service was incredibly speedy and all our dishes were placed on our table within 10-15 minutes. The dishes we ordered were the Gnocchi in Tomato Sauce, The Fava Bean Ravioli with Mint flavored Brown Butter, Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Grilled Artichokes and Malfadine, which were all vegetarian . They also gave us a chilli oil to serve with the focaccia. All of the dishes were super flavorful and delicious. I would highly recommend the Ravioli and Crispy Brussel Sprouts. In addition to being flavorful, they were also super unique and innovative.

This place has been on my list for a while, and i'm so glad I finally went. For an appetizer we went with the crispy brussel sprouts: (5/5) The sauce on the right side of the dish was spoon-licking worthy and honestly should be served with the complimentary bread because it was way more delicious than the red sauce served with it For the main we split the: Chicken Milanese: (5/5) This was incredibly juicy and crispy on the outside. The flavor combo when combined with the tortelloni truffle sauce was incredible. They should add a chicken parm on their menu because the quality of their chicken breast is amazing. Tortelloni: (5/5!!!!) The truffle taste wasn't too overpowering and the tortellinis were stuffed with yummy mushrooms. Walnuts added a good crunch. DEFINITELY the star of the meal. Would definitely come back :)

Such a cute concept in Philly. I love the little outdoor pods that you can eat in - ideal for less than ideal weather. There was intermittent rain and we were still able to sit outdoors. Service was also pretty good. What fell short for me for my entree. I went during brunch hours and the menu is a different for the lunch or dinner. I wasn't super impressed. The brussels sprouts were divine! Definitely have that! I had a short rib pasta (not on the menu). It was so salty, I just couldn't enjoy it. It's a great portion size. The flavor profile was appreciated but I couldn't enjoy it and didn't finish my meal. I would go back and try something else on the menu.

Lets start with the food...it was superb and everything was presented beautifully! We had the grilled octopus (tasty, not bad), crispy branzino (flaky perfection), and the short rib ragu papardelle pasta (soft, rich, melt in your mouth) and truffle risotto (exquisite). I would probably skip the octopus because it was ok but Ambrosia's branzino and short rib ragu pasta is the best I've had. I would definitely order these again. Service: We sat at the first table by the stairs on the first floor even though we had reservations for the second floor. No explanation was given for the switch. It was nice but didn't give off a nice ambiance when you have a solid wall next to you and hear the creak of someone going up and down the stairs throughout the night. The service at dinner was decent up until the end. We asked for our leftovers to be boxed and they literally handed us containers for us to do it ourselves. I normally wouldn't raise an eyebrow on this but seeing the waitstaff box the leftovers for the other two tables next to us instead of handing them boxes was disappointing, hence I held off on a five star rating.

Nice cozy Italian restaurant on the corner. They are still BYOB but seem to also now offer their own beverage menu as well. Lots of tasty dishes to choose from, and you also get a complementary bread basket with your meal. The crispy gnocchi was divine, mixed in with mushroom and squash over a creamy thick sauce. Presentation of all dishes were appetizing. Good service as well, we were well taken care of. Everything came out extremely quick from the kitchen. Thanks

Attentive service, tasty food, portions a bit small. Had muscles, cacio e pepe, steak, brussels

My friend had a private event upstairs at this restaurant and everything about the experience was great. I will definitely return for dinner and also consider this spot if I ever want to host a private event. For appetizers, I tried the arugula salad and burrata. The salad was simple yet fresh and fragrant! The burrata was creamy and a dish I would recommend. For entrees, I tried the chicken Milanese and branzino. The chicken was fried perfectly and was a delicious/hearty dish. My branzino was also a 10/10. It was crispy yet light, the aioli and corn salad topped it off. I would order this again! For dessert, I tried the tiramisu and pistachio panna cotta. The tiramisu was nothing to rave about. The panna cotta on the other hand was outstanding, flavorful and elegant. Byo restaurant in the city that I would recommend for any occasion!

Great cozy, Italian spot with fresh, hand-made pasta. Ambience is wonderful and this restaurant has the most types of different seating options in a restaurant that I've seen-indoor, patio, awning, outdoors. Servers were kind and helpful. My favorite dish was the crispy Brussels sprouts with labneh, date syrup and pomegranate which was transcendent. The warm focaccia with tomato olive oil was heavenly. We got the mushroom tortellini with a crunchy walnut, truffle cream sauce that was incredibly rich. The mafaldine was a pesto burrata pasta that comes with a big ball of cheese! To finish off the perfect meal, we tried the pistachio panna cotta which was delightful.

I dined outdoors at Ambrosia on a gorgeous spring evening. They have at least two dozen tables outdoors for seating. It's not a super busy part of town so traffic isn't a concern. The focaccia bread that is provided for the table is top-notch!! A sign of a great things to come. We had the Burrata to start and loved it. I had the Crispy Gnocchi (mushrooms, fava beans, pancetta, brown butter, whipped goat cheese). I enjoyed it and give it a 8/10. Look forward to returning for their seafood!

Have had 2 birthday dinners here and each time it was such a fun experience. A bit of a tight squeeze as anywhere in Philly is but very great environment and classy food.

I love that this restaurant is BYOB and they serve complimentary bread. It's a very cute and quaint restaurant. We ordered calamari as an appetizer, but we're a little disappointed it wasn't fried or have any batter. It was cooked by itself with a marinara sauce. I wish this was specified on the menu! For entrees we ordered the ragu and crispy gnocchi. The ragu portion size quite large (enough for 2 meals). The flavor was quite tasty too! The crispy gnocchi wasn't what I expected. I wish it came with a marinara or alfredo sauce. I've never had a dry pasta dish before. It wasn't my favorite meal, but I would come back again and try a different pasta dish next time. The outdoor patio area is very cute. They also have private cabins (street seating) that offer a more private outdoor dining experience. I also recommend making a reservation at least a week in advance as the tables fill up fairly quickly.

Been here a handful of times and every time is delicious. This last time I ordered the beets and ricotta for an appetizer and the salmon for entree. Ricotta and beets were slightly sweet and a great component to the salmon. Salmon has super crispy skin which elevated the dish and a very yummy simple arugula salad with lemon dressing that did not overshadow how great the fish tasted. It is BYOB but they do have some wines if you forget a bottle. The decor is nice enough for a date night or business lunch! Define recommend to give it a try.

Outstanding small and honey Italian food restaurant!! Very yummy, and doesn't break the bank either. We went on a weekend for their brunch menu. Definitely recommend any pastas, including the tortelloni and parpadelle! The truffle and mushrooms in the tortellini were so addicting and perfectly umami. Crispy brussels sprouts are also outstanding, so savory! Veal medallion were just okay, came with a pretty small portion. Wouldn't recommend the crab omelette either - not that it wasn't good, but the other dishes were just so outstanding. Stick to the pastas and appetizers!! Their outdoor "covered seating" is great, with separated "rooms" for privacy. The servers were also efficient and kind.

New school Italian place, amazing pasta dishes, fresh bread basket with delicious tomato olive oil dip- can't get enough! Service a bit slow, but the outdoor seatings are very nice. Tried their pasta/entrees for dinner years ago and was pretty good, came back for brunch, ordered apps, pastas, entree, egg dish, mostly with great flavors and good texture pairing, but the star is definitely still the pasta dishes. Get their squid ink pasta! Full of fresh squid and crab, on a generous amount of amazing tomato based sauce- not your normal tomato basil/pomodoro sauce, has some special flavor to it (maybe egg? Not sure but it's great) The crispy gnocchis were pretty good too, pair with mushrooms, squash cubes and goat cheese smear (that we wiped clean ;)) The veal medallions were very thin and tender, fully covered with cheese. Gravy a bit heavy, and flavor nothing special, also a bit too thin/small 2 slices of veal. The side of garlic broccolini was very nice. The short rib benedict was our least favorite, egg a bit over cooked- yolk no longer runny, short rib not as flavorful, not much sauce over it either.

Ambrosia has quickly become a top favorite for me in Philadelphia. The branzino is flawlessly cooked, with a delightful contrast between the crispy skin and tender, flaky white meat. It's served over a refreshing corn salad that adds both flavor and texture. The Caesar salad is crisp, light, and refreshing, with the dressing thoughtfully placed at the bottom of the plate, letting the greens shine rather than weighing them down. If you're debating whether to order it--go for it. The ravioli is perfectly portioned, light, and full of flavor. Even the bread service is deliciously satisfying without being too heavy. One thing I love about Ambrosia is the portions; they're just right-never too much, never too little. Always a fantastic experience here. The crème brûlée is a perfect way to end the meal

Ambrosia offers delicious Italian food in a quaint setting near the Schuykill River Park, perfect for a cozy date night. The butternut squash ravioli was DELICIOUS (I could have licked my plate!) but we were underwhelmed by the salmon. Homemade gelato was great! It's a bit cramped inside but still very classy with plenty of enclosed outdoor seating. Service was average - it seemed like they were rushing and they were not prepared to accept a mobile gift card. I would definitely go back to try more of the menu based on the ravioli and gelato and the classy atmosphere, but we weren't quite as blown away as we had expected.

If you're looking for a nice intimate dinner walking distance from Rittenhouse, look no further! We were seated inside, which is surprisngly big with good distance between tables to allow for conversation. Service was amazing and our server even offered us a better table once another dinner party had moved out. Both dishes we got were delicious and cooked to perfection. I think Ambrosia is an incredible staple restaurant that you simply cannot go wrong with!

I've been here twice in the span of a few weeks and both times, my experience as just okay. The pasta dishes sound super tasty on the menu but fell a bit short in taste. Also, the first time we were a group of 6 and one of my friends found a bug in his food! The server offered to remake the dish but did not take it off the check which was a little frustrating. As far as food goes, the first time I ordered the Crispy Gnocchi with Goat Cheese, which was good but I definitely felt there was a lack of sauce / the dish was quite dry. The second time I ordered the Truffle Tortelloni, which was good if you love truffle, but I personally felt it was too heavy on the truffle flavor and a bit hard to get through. The bread they give with each meal and the tomato sauce is pretty good, and I like the warm heated partitioned outdoor dining option in intimate "pods" during the cold weather! Overall, however, I would definitely try other Italian spots in Philly before coming here again.

Had a lovely dinner at Ambrosia this past weekend. I made a last minute (same day) reservation so it was outdoors in insulated booths. Once they turned on the heaters it is really comfortable to dine outdoors even 30-40 degree weather! The waiters were also great about keeping our water glasses full and bringing out food in a timely manner. Now the food - it was fantastic. The brussel sprouts are some of my favorite in the city. Very crispy with a delicious labneh sauce. We also got the crispy gnocchi (not pictured) which was my favorite of the entrees we ordered. This is a great spot to order a bunch of meals and share with the table! And to top it all off - it's BYOB! I would highly recommend Ambrosia for your next dining out experience :)

Came for my bday dinner the servers were so attentive and nice. Food came out fast and tasted so delicious. Ceasar salad presentation gorgeous tasty and lobster bisque was actually the most amazing tasting soup i have ever had in my whole life i want to go back and order a bucket of it i want to bathe in it

Neighborhood gem. Great pastas. New space is not cramped and reduced noice. BYB or wine

A really solid BYOB that's great for a casual dinner or hosting an event! Lots of options on the menu and something for everyone. Friendly service as well. Would recommend!

I had passed this place and wanted to try it for so long! Finally made a reservation for a chilly Thursday night. We sat inside and it felt super cozy and homey, and it was packed! Love a BYO so of course brought a bottle of wine. We got the brussel sprouts to start, and I got the mafaldine pasta which was so beautiful! The huge ball of burrata on top was perfection. And the portion size was pretty good! I had to take half home and it was delicious for lunch the next day. I'll need to come back to try the other pastas too!

Once I arrived, there was a check in desk right outside. The lady that checked me in was quite friendly. She asked if I wanted to sit in the old or new dining room because they recently expanded. She showed me to the new dining room first and I decided to take the table there. My friend and I ordered 2 starters: salmon belly and mussels, and 2 entree: squid ink spaghetti and risotto. The salmon belly was alright, nothing too special. The mussels were better. I like their sauce, a bit of a spicy kick in it. Not bad. With the two entrees I felt they are not bad, pretty good. Maybe I have a bit higher expectations for this restaurant, especially after checking out others' reviews, I felt their dishes are not extremely delicious to the point I felt that wow I need to come back and try more. At the end of the meal, we wrapped it up with a creme brûlée, which was not bad. Not too sweet with the crispy melted sugar on top. Overall, the meal was delicious but somehow not satisfying enough for me.

We sat outside in one of the cabins as they call it. It was pretty cool and perfect for our last night on vacation. Food was good and my son had a fun time. Good service and it was really cool in the cabin.

cute quaint neighborhood restaurant with good food! we ordered the crispy brussel sprouts to start, papardelle and the duck as mains. complimentary foccacia bites were pleasant, crispy on the outside soft on the inside. brussel sprouts were delicious, definitely our favorite item from the night. papardelle was rich and al dente, duck cooked medium rare as ordered. the mains were not special, but adequate for a simple cute dinner. staff was friendly and prompt, only complaint is that the inside was more cramped than comfortable. we sat at a small two-person table in the middle of the restaurant, and i definitely accidentally elbowed some passersby while eating... sorry

A cozy little BYOB in Philly. Everything was spectacular from the service, ambiance and food. We began with the beef carpaccio, Brussel sprouts & grilled octopus. We preferred the carpaccio over the octopus. The beef melted in your mouth and instead of crackers to eat with it, it had flakes of crouton chips on top. The octopus was good but nothing new we haven't had before. The Brussel sprouts were different with the pomegranate seeds giving the dish a crunch while the labneh gave it a creamy contrast. It was our favorite dish of the evening. We selected two pastas, squid ink spaghettini & papardelle. We were not too impressed with the spaghettini but the papardelle made up for it. We will definitely return to try other things on the menu. It takes a 5 star experience for my husband to revisit any restaurant.

This was a wonderful restaurant!! I am a foodie from Los Angeles and loved this understated restaurant in Philadelphia. The food was beautiful to look at, delicious, and unique. It's been quite a while since I had fresh fava beans and this presentation did not disappoint. The ambience is business casual with comfortable chairs and one can enjoy a conversation with friends or business partners. Service was impeccable. Food and desserts were delicious and the prices were reasonable. Go and enjoy!!!

This place is such a hidden gem! It doesn't look like much from the outside and if you're not thinking about it you can walk by without even noticing, but the food is sooo good! We had such a great time, the service is great and it's such a cozy space!

We went for a walk in dinner on July 21 around 630 and got sat immediately. We brought a bottle of wine because the website says BYOB but they for sure have a full wine list and cocktails! We started off with a aperol spritz and a margarita with a tajin rim which was soooooo delicious! Bread service was sooooo good! The sauce that came with bread was amazing and we could have eaten multiple baskets of it but we wanted to save room for the rest. We started with raw oysters, grilled artichokes with ricotta on toast, salmon belly crudo which was soo fresh and delicious, and a burrata with an eggplant caponata. The starters were so flavorful and delicious! For dinner we shared a mushroom ravioli with truffle and walnuts, and the branzino with a fresh corn tomato salad. The pasta was so fresh and flavorful. Server was very attentive, as well as the whole staff. We were always filled with water, plates cleared as soon as we were finished and everyone was very friendly. We finished with the crème brûlée and hazelnut sorbet. Perfect ending to a wayyyyy too big of a meal but we wanted everything! Loved the cozy intimate feeling of inside the restaurant with the open kitchen. Outside streetery looks like a fun place to enjoy a meal as well! We will def be back! Glad to have this in the neighborhood!

Our party of 4 had dinner reservations at Ambrosia a couple of weekends ago and have to say it went better than expected. It was a bit chilly this evening and we opted to sit in one of their many outdoor cabins with sliding doors. Not that we needed it, but the cabin was well heated and kept us plenty warm. From Yelp reviews, the food sounded delicious, but I wasn't sold on the portion sizes. We started dinner with the salmon belly crudo and the grilled octopus. Both appetizers were good and tasted like your typical salmon crudo and grilled octopus. The portion size for salmon belly crudo was pretty stingy though and led me to think the portion sizes for our pastas would be small too. I was wrong though. The portions for the pasta were reasonable and filled us up. Our party of four had the Papardelle, Squid Ink Spaghettini, Tortelloni, and the Crispy Gnocchi. We all agreed that the Tortelloni was the best, followed by the Squid Ink Spaghettini and the Papardelle. I would recommend skipping the Crispy Gnocchi. Overall, we enjoyed a nice meal with friends. However, as we were wrapping up, the owner came over and asked if we could hurry because he really needed our cabin for another group. Keep in mind, our party were there for 70-80 minutes, so the fact that the owner came over to rush us out did leave a bad taste in our mouths.

We went to Ambrosia for the first time last week and had a very pleasant experience! I called and made a reservation since there weren't many times available on Resy and they were able to accommodate my request. They are BYOB, but they do have alcohol for purchase as well. We brought 3 bottles with us and there was no corking fee. For appetizers, we had the Caesar salad and octopus. The Caesar salad had fresh Parmesan on top and a green dressing. It was a unique twist on a Caesar salad, but I'm not sure if I would recommend it. The octopus was very tasty and everyone at the table liked it! For entrees we had the basil pesto pasta with burrata, cacio e Pepe, squid ink spaghetti, and the papardelle. Everyone really enjoyed their dishes overall. For dessert, we had hazelnut gelato and tiramisu. The hazelnut gelato was very good! The tiramisu unfortunately had no coffee flavor and tasted mostly like chocolate. Overall, we had a good experience here and would come back again to try new things!

Came to Ambrosia for dinner after being lured in by a promising video online. Sadly, the in-person experience wasn't quite as delicious as the video. The restaurant has outdoor seating and indoor in two adjacent buildings. We were seated upstairs in the rear building, which was tastefully decorated although right next to a large service station. The room is very loud- we had trouble hearing each other over our two-top. The meal was unexciting, sadly, although presented prettily. Our artichoke toast arrived on cold, chewy-hard toasts and was clearly simply grilled artichokes out of the commercially marinated jars. Burrata was better with a tasty eggplant dip side, but again the bread was hard, cold, and a somewhat poor representation of sourdough. Pastas were alright, but not spectacular. The squid ink spaghettini was quite fishy, and the short rib pasta was too far the chewy side of Al dente while reminding us a little of grown up Chef Boyardee. Veal medallions were adequate but not great, broccolini quite salty and a bit cold. Overall 3/5 for quality although the amount of food is good for the price. Sadly not every restaurant can live up to the hype on socials.

I came to Ambrosia after reading the many positive reviews. Unfortunately, I did not have that experience. The bread I was served was filled with hair, it was terribly disgusting. The salad I ordered was probably the best dish, but who and when can you go wrong with salad and the risotto tasted more Indian than Italian. I would not recommend.

This place was a great find! Decided to go here with my family for dinner on a cold Saturday. We sat in one of the outdoor pods and stayed warm the entire time! It was also BYOB so we got to enjoy some wine we brought. Service was decent. I had to ask to refill my water glass once, but otherwise there were very attentive. My family got 2 apps, 3 pastas, an entree, and a dessert to share family style. Everything was super easy to split. The food: - free focaccia bread & oil: this was excellent. The breast was flavorful, fluffy, and warm. And I love the addition of sun dried tomatoes in the oil. Haven't seen this before and it worked so well - Burrata: tried and true dish that was delicious also came with an eggplant spread and buttered toast. So good - Brussel Sprouts: wow these were good! The sprouts themselves were perfectly crispy. And the addition of the pomegranate seeds and labneh really enhanced the flavor to something unique - Short Rib: so tender and flavorful. Wish it was slightly larger since we were splitting, but understand it was a reasonably sized order for a single person. That polenta was excellent by the way - Crispy Gnocchi: I loved this dish. The contrasting texture, yet complementary flavors, of the gnocchi, bacon, squash, and mushrooms provided an incredibly well put together dish. I cannot recommend enough - Tortelloni: wow this was a tasty dish. The pasta itself was well constructed and cooked. But it was the sauce- truffle cream sauce with walnuts- that really made it shine. - Seafood pasta special: this was the special of the day. Had crab, shrimp, and pasta in a white wine sauce. Flavors were excellent. Was the favorite for two people in my group, although I personally was partial to the gnocchi - banana bread: this was a great sweet bite at the end of the meal. Was topped with hazelnut ice cream and the bread inside was nice and gooey. I bet their other desserts are just as good. Easy to share Overall, I was very impressed. I'll definitely go back for some of the dishes I had, but I also want to try several never dishes that I saw at other tables that looked great!

Everything was so good! Super cute Italian BYOB. If you love seafood, definitely get the oysters, calamari, and branzino!

I went for an anniversary dinner with my girlfriend and we had a great time! The space was small, but very comfortable and lively. We got the mussels to start which were great, especially when paired with the focaccia they provide. The crispy gnocchi and squid ink pasta were fantastic entrees, and for dessert we got a tiramisu that they served with a candle and a "congratulations!" Altogether, we had an excellent experience and the service was fantastic- would recommend!

When I tell you this is a MUST TRY!!! We came to this restaurant on a whim on the last full day of our Philly trip, and this was one of the best Italian restaurants I've ever visited. Not only is the atmosphere cute and cozy, the food was delicious and the staff are attentive! To drink I had the grenadine cocktail--a dirty Shirley which is always good. Starting with the herb Caesar salad--im not a big salad eater, but this one takes the cake. I'm craving it as I write this back home in Maryland. The homemade dressing is so full of flavor and they are generous with the parm! The lemon zest is a great touch too. Then we had the mussels appetizer which, I had to drink the broth they were sitting in after, haha. Cooked to perfection with a shallot-wine-lemon-esque dressing that I've never tasted before. Lastly, we had the special of the night, a pasta with crab and shrimp that was to die for! Similar base as the sauce that the mussels came in, but different and great! I had mine with gluten free noodles which held their shape! I'm not sure the next time I'll be back in Philly, but this is at the tippy top of my list when I do! Thanks Ambrosia for the delicious food!

Overall: romantic atmosphere, cute date night with great food, heat lamps kept us warm (seated outside) and ofc BYOB :) will definitely come back! Ordered: :) grilled octopus: looked huuuuge in pictures, but came out quite small (maybe seafood wasn't in season?), taste as expected :D pappardelle: was aaaaamazing, sauce was flavorful and opened up my appetite with each bite, ragu was q u a l i t y, all the ingredients blended together so well and did not overpower the other at all :) squid ink spaghetti: a bit underwhelming, did not taste the squid flavor in the spaghetti (again maybe the seafood wasn't in szn) but prob will not get this again. Service: normal

Loved this spot, we sat outdoors in winter but each room was covered with heating. Cute location in heart of Fiddler square. Can't go wrong with BYOB. Great attentive waitstaff. Pappardelle (4/5) - Perfectly al dente but sauce a bit too salty Mussels (5/5) - So fresh, plump, flavorful Seafood pasta (4/5) - Very fresh, great seafood flavor. Duck (3/5)

Still love this place. Byob with amazing food. I highly suggest the squid ink spaghettini and the crispy brussel sprout which were very amazing. This was my first time having the crispy brussel sprouts and let me tell you that the labneh and pomegranate seeds give this dish a needed oomph.

I came here for a group dinner, and they were able to accommodate almost 20 of us. The BYOB is always a nice bonus. The dishes overall were good, but some of them came out in a format that surprised me. There's complimentary focaccia, which was fluffy and oily, just how focaccia should be. We ordered the artichokes and calamari for appetizers, and I was fully expecting the calamari to be fried, but instead it came in some tomato-based sauce. The artichokes were okay, but I also didn't think they would come out on top of bread. I ordered the Chicken Milanese ($21), and it was huge. The chicken was thin and obviously pounded flat, and I felt like I barely made a dent in it. It was fried really nicely, though. The salad that came with it was a welcome addition, although I found the dressing too salty. I tried the Squid Ink Pasta as well, but I didn't really like the taste of it. The sauce was almost too fishy. They gave my friend free cheesecake because it was her birthday, which was nice!

Great food, service, ambience, and BYOB is a huge plus. I am using a rating of 4 to keep this aligned with the large number of Italian options and caliber "expectations" in this top tier city. Rating of 4 is an A! What could be better - maybe portion size and entree side combinations. That said the plate presentation was top notch but consider including a side salad as do a lot of Italian restaurants

W O W This place is fantastic. Food was next level. Indoor and outdoor seating is cute and well heated for winter. AND the byob makes it a great deal. Would easily come back again.

I really liked the vibe at Ambrosia! When we went we decided to sit inside, but the outdoor seatings has a great vibe to it if the weather permits (not too hot/cold). Anyways, here goes the reviews: Food: DELICIOUS. My fav were definitely the "today's specials", sorry I'm not sure whats the name (see pic) and the grilled octopus (super tender). The mussels were a bit too salty for me, but everything else was superb. Service: attentive and kind. Price: reasonable. It won't break your bank. Ambiance: like i mentioned, outdoor seating is super duper cute/nice. This is BYOB and I will be back in the Fall!

So good!! Came here for a ladies night with 8 of my girlfriends and we had a really nice time and had some great food! The servers were really attentive and it's cute inside! Byob and we brought some wine they had glasses and opened for us. The pasta was really the star of the show! I had the mafaldine and it was really good, would definitely go back! We all shared the burrata, Cesar, and artichokes. Everyone liked all the staters. We got Brussels with our meal and I am Still thinking about them! Super crispy and a tad sweet with pomegranate seeds on top. Some of the other girls got the pappardelle, the squid ink pasta, the gnocchi, the cacio e Pepe; and the mushroom tortiloni. You honestly can't go wrong with any of the pastas! I think mine and the papardelle were my personal favs! Great for a group or a date night!

We found Ambrosia when looking for a lunch spot near the train station. Ambrosia was such a great find! Our meal was delicious - I will definitely come back again. I booked a lunch reservation on Resy the morning of. We got there a little after they opened and there was no wait. They weren't that busy on a Friday during lunch, but they were already fully booked for Saturday evening. We started the meal with complimentary focaccia which came with a tomato dipping oil. The bread was cut into little cubes which made it easy to gobble up since they were so tasty! We ordered the Squid Ink Spaghettini ($24; calamari, crabmeat, tomatoes, and Calabrian chili) and Tortelloni ($20; filled with mushrooms, mascarpone, and a walnut truffle cream sauce). The squid ink spaghetti was one of the better squid ink pastas that I've had. The pasta was cooked to a lovely al dente, the seafood was plentiful and tender, there was a nice sprinkling of breadcrumbs for some texture, and I enjoyed the light, zesty tomato sauce. I usually don't gravitate towards red sauce pasta dishes, but I would gladly order this dish again. The tortelloni was also a hit! The pasta sheets had the desired chewiness, and the filling was super flavorful - I love a creamy, cheesy, mushroomy filling and this tortelloni delivers. They also had walnuts in the sauce to give the dish some nuttiness. The dishes here were well-executed and thoughtfully composed. They had so many mouthwatering dishes on the menu that I wanted to order a bunch. Prices were also reasonable and the serving sizes were filling. Service was great. Food was brought out quickly. I liked the open kitchen concept to watch the staff prepare the food. We dined indoors but they also have outdoor patio seating, some of which were covered under an outside awning. We really enjoyed our meal here; Ambrosia is something to write home about!

My daughter and I celebrated her new job with a visit to Ambrosia last week. Miguel provided prompt and courteous service. Mushroom tortellini and Cacio e pepe were scrumptious. Appetizers were also delicious. Even considering we paid for no drinks (BYOB), the bill was surprisingly low. The owner George, made it a point to stop by to check on us. Highly recommended. We will be returning.

9.4 I've had the pasta three times, delicious all three! I need to say first that the short rib pappardelle is exquisite. The sauce clings to the pasta and is perfectly silky, meaty, and sweet. The pasta, which is probably freshly made, has a perfect bite. The pesto malfadine and squid ink spaghetti with seafood tomato sauce are also both fantastic picks. I was very pleased with the way the pasta and the sauce came together in a single bite. Not many places can create that perfect balance! I would really recommend this place, not super cheap but it's definitely worth the price! The restaurant it very cute and cozy with some outdoor and indoor seating. There are a few wooden booths that seem the ideal spot to sit, while the indoor seating seemed a bit cramped. Service was excellent, no complaints there! Would recommend this spot to pasta lovers!

first, I loved how this restaurant is BYOB so it was nice pairing wine with our food. I started with the grilled octopus and beef carpaccio which was delicious and balanced with flavor. The papardelle was good because of the short rib but didn't wow me. The crispy gnocchi was interesting and i didn't love it because i don't normally like a potato taste or too much goat cheese. The restaurant is overall cute and staff was very efficient in making sure our table is doing great!