La Famiglia Ristorante

Italian restaurant · Old City

La Famiglia Ristorante

Italian restaurant · Old City

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8 S Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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Classic Italian dining with homemade pasta and a vast wine cellar  

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8 S Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Get directions

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8 S Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Get directions

+1 215 922 2803
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The 13 Best Old-School Italian Restaurants In Philly, Ranked

"Old City's La Famiglia looks like it was a Medici's second coat room. Yes, the Versace-esque theme is tacky, but it's also fun to sit near a miniature David statue and fantasize about having enough money to buy all the marble in Carrara. Everything here tastes good, from the homemade pasta to the $56 veal chop, though nothing is truly memorable. Well, except for the owner Giuseppe going from table-to-table to make jokes and the cavernous wine cellar in the basement that has its own well." - candis mclean

https://www.theinfatuation.com/philadelphia/guides/the-best-old-school-italian-restaurants-in-philly-ranked
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La Famiglia Ristorante Review - Old City - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"Old City's La Famiglia looks like it was a Medici's second coat room. Yes, the Versace-esque theme is tacky, but it's also fun to sit near a miniature David statue and fantasize about having enough money to buy all the marble in Carrara. Everything here tastes good, from the homemade pasta to the $56 veal chop, though nothing is truly memorable. Well, except for the owner Giuseppe going from table-to-table to make jokes and the cavernous wine cellar in the basement that has its own well." - Candis R. McLean

https://www.theinfatuation.com/philadelphia/reviews/la-famiglia-ristorante
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The Best Philly Restaurants Hosting Feast of the Seven Fishes Dinners, 2022 | Eater Philly

"For over 45 years, the Sena family has been serving Italian cuisine. For 2022, the restaurant will offer an eight-course prix-fixe Feast of Seven Fishes meal featuring salted cod salad, spaghetti and clams, fried cod and calamari, branzino filet, and more. This special menu is available now through Friday, December 30 — except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day when the restaurant will be closed. A seat at the table is $108 per person. Reservations are required; call 215-922-2803."

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Igor Aristarkhov

Google
Visited La Famiglia Ristorante in Philadelphia — the atmosphere is warm and traditional, with a classic dining room and a calm, welcoming vibe. Dinner started nicely with freshly baked bread and butter. The bread was excellent — crusty on the outside and soft inside. The butter, while plain and unsalted, was clean and simple. We ordered the shrimp with zucchini appetizer, which was well-balanced in flavor, though the shrimp were slightly overcooked and ended up a bit tough. The wait for our entrées was over 40 minutes, which felt quite long considering the pace of the evening. The Tagliolini Pescatore had a pleasant seafood flavor and was nicely seasoned. However, the dish had a bit too much sauce — by the end, it felt more like a soup than a pasta plate. The calamari were noticeably chewy, and the shrimp could have been more tender. The veal chop (Costata di Vitello) was the highlight of the meal — juicy, well-prepared, and nicely presented. As a thoughtful gesture, the restaurant offered complimentary limoncello, which was a nice touch to close out the experience. Total bill for two came to $157.48. Service throughout the evening was polite and attentive. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A solid choice for classic Italian dining in Philly. With slightly better timing and a bit more care in seafood preparation, it could easily become a go-to spot.

Jackie Freiberg

Google
Fave spot, so old school. It’s definitely a leisurely place but the food is incredible and they are so homey and accommodating there! No gluten free pasta, but gluten free options if you need to know! They also have a huge cellar downstairs so the wine list in huge with thousands of bottles!

Lisa Reinhart

Google
Everything was perfect. Amazing service & attention to detail...knowledgable and professional staff. The every single course was delicious, so fresh and presented beautifully. So happy to have stumbled on this gem of a restaurant!

Kate

Google
Had a graduation party in the wine cellar event room. Everything was so incredibly elegant. Service was terrific, food was amazing, price was reasonable. They provided a custom menu with our graduates names and our menu choices, which was very classy and will become a keepsake. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

Dan G

Google
This place was fantastic. The food was amazing, the cocktails were impeccable, and the service was second to none. The bill was less than I had anticipated too. (Not that I’m complaining by any means, but I know that I won’t have to worry about overpaying, not with the quality they provide.) I give it 5/5, and highly recommend checking this place out. It's been owned by the same family for 3 generations since the '70s, and the family's dedication to the place shows in all the best ways. You can tell they have the food in their blood, and hopefully the food will be in your mouths soon too.

Sabine Jamal

Google
The food is good but the service is so shockingly terrible. We had to ask for a menu, had to ask for silverware, had to ask for ice bucket to chill white wine, served a shared appetizer with no plates for serving ourselves… the list goes on! Perhaps this is worth it for take out but don’t waste your evening here!

Rebecca Mayhew

Google
We walked in after a track meet as a party of 6, woefully underdressed. From the first step in, they treated us like family - making the teenagers exactly what they wanted in generous portions, even though it wasn't on the menu. The on menu dishes the adults ordered were amazing, and the house wine outstanding. We were tired and starving in a new city and the folks here made our day!

Nina Malone

Google
Another spectacular birthday meal! Attentive service, great sommelier reco, scrumptious specials and a song at dessert. Limoncello, too! Long-time customers who will be back!
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Morgan J.

Yelp
Wonderful atmosphere and service! Staff were attentive and friendly. They were very accommodating to our questions and were able to guide us to the best choices. The bruschetta and pappardelle were delicious! Additionally, the gelato was a great touch to finish the meal. We will definitely be headed back soon.

Gretta V.

Yelp
If you want high quality food or service, go elsewhere. The ambience seems like it's trying to be upscale but it's not. We waited almost an hour for our food to arrive. Looking around there were people who arrived after us that received their food and finished before we got ours. There were also more tables who were waiting a very long time. So many servers running around, but no one introduced themselves as our server. Just quick drop offs of food and no one checking in. Food was fine but for the price not worth it. There are so many other amazing Italian restaurants in Philly. Go somewhere else instead!!!
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Courtney K.

Yelp
Attended restaurant week here and was overall very impressed with the restaurant week deal and selection! The pesto pasta and short rib were absolutely incredible and the meat was so tender it just fell apart on the plate. The wine list was just too big that it was overwhelming, but the Somalia helped guide us to find glasses that paired well with our meals. Our servers kind of switched around so it did get a bit confusing, but overall it was a very good meal with great company. Would definitely come back for the vibe!
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Marlene F.

Yelp
I've had this place bookmarked for a couple of years, since I moved back from LA, and today was the day to celebrate my new house with my realtor. My expectations were met and then some. Parking is as what parking is in Philly and I learned a valuable lesson to read the signs well. lol after getting slapped with a sizeable ticket I refused to let it hamper my experience at La Famiglia! Staff is endearing, attentive and sweet! By this time I needed a libation in terms of dirty martini and we Got seated to enjoy the fare. While they celebrate their anniversary they have the regular menu and nostalgia menus with the prices from the 70's!!! Gotta love it! I'm a 70's baby too, so win win. The esthetics are beautiful with marble, rich colors, and dim lighting. The wine cellar is beautiful!!! We ordered the octopus which was so tender. The mushrooms which were very tasty. The beef and beet carpaccio were delicious. For pasta we got the basil pesto cavatellli that was just right. As mains we did chicken and veal both amazing. Oh how can I forget the oysters! Blew my mind!! Everything was plated beautifully that I did not want to mess it up. On the house bruschetta was delicious and Gatiano and Vittorio were amazing. We ended with the tartufo and on the house limoncello shot! I'll be a regular with my little side table because it's La famiglia! It's no wonder they have been here so long! Loved it all, thank you!'n

Robert D.

Yelp
Recommended by hotel, not sure why? Was craving some good, home cooked style Italian food, and what I got was anything but! Seemed like the focus was more on looks, than quality. I ate two specials: Crab cake appetizer, was terrible. You would think in PHL, you could at least make a good crab cake. This was a small, dry cake, topped with a stuffed squid, on top of a fruit slice. Bizarre looking yes, tasty no! My main course was a seafood ravioli. Instead of the standard ravioli, this was like a tortilla, cut into a circle, and baked. Tasted like a bad seafood charred quesadilla (sauce was good). I hate to be harsh, but the meal was pricy, and unappetizing. Service was quick, food delivery slow. Normally, I try the dessert, but chose to leave instead.
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Julie P.

Yelp
Lovey dinner for my daughter's birthday! Food and service was top notch! Bronzino was delicious!
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Audrey L.

Yelp
Cute Italian restaurant. We decided to come for restaurant week with their fixed menu. Parking was horrible, ended up in the paid lot up the street that was packed and I was lucky to get a spot. The place is dimly lit and service was prompt and attentive. Everything that came out tasted good, nothing stands out other than the old mayor and Mike the news guys coming in and having dinner.
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Ade B.

Yelp
La Famiglia is a small but cozy restaurant right near my condo. I have been there a couple of times in the past, but as I was looking for a restaurant week destination I realized that I hadn't been in years and I had never posted a Yelp review. A quick walk down the block during Fall restaurant week fixes that oversight. I'm writing this review late, so unfortunately I don't remember the names of the dishes. I started off with a pasta dish. A cheese stuffed ravioli in a red sauce. It was delicious. My meal was off to a great start. My entrée was veal covered with cheese and some veggies. It was two slices of succulent veal that also had a little piece of bacon on top to add a pop of flavor. A side of veggies is a big mistake in my book. I didn't even eat them. The dessert course was a sampler, with small slices of chocolate cake, cheesecake, and tiramisu. Each one was outstanding, and I would get any of them full sized, depending on what I was in the mood for. I liked my cocktail enough to order a second one, but I don't remember the name of it. I left La Famiglia still feeling a bit hungry, which is not what is supposed to happen during restaurant week. My entrée was just not filling enough. I don't remember this being a problem years back, so it may be they cut down on the portion just for restaurant week. Not very cool. Service was impeccable. The potential is there for a five star restaurant. I'll have to give it another try when it's not restaurant week.
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Julia S.

Yelp
A late review on the nostalgia menu. The portion for that menu was on the smaller size. The taste was ok for the most part. Short rib and mushroom was probably the best for the savory menu. The worst was the chicken. The chicken tasted like it was frozen chicken that was used and the polenta was super salty. The pasta was cooked well but it was nothing special. Desserts and drinks were probably my friends and I favorite part with the service. We made our reservation for when they literally just open and there was only another table beside us -- so they were very attentive.

Leonard F.

Yelp
Best Italian restaurant in town.Excellent food,incredible service and wonderful ambiance.You will not be disappointed
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El K.

Yelp
This place gives you the feeling of walking into an old Italian restaurant that's been around for hundreds of years and know what they're doing. Oh wait, they've been around for almost 5 decades and def know what they're doing! Food: spectacular, all of the food we ordered (see pics) were delicious and perfectly seasoned. Except, the sizes were a bit too small, but its from the nostalgia menu, so treat it as "samplers" Ambiance/clothing: the decor is high class and the staffs wear suits, but you wear what you like, you pay for the food. Keep it classy tho. Maybe put the shorts away for Geno's Price: it's reasonable for samplers size. Everything costs from 9.95 to 17.99 plus (NOSTALGIA MENU) Service: you know.... MY server could slow down a bit and give us some time to think instead of coming back every 120 seconds to see if we're ready to order and gave that "look" of "still not ready??sheeesh" That made us uncomfortable.
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Suzanne A.

Yelp
An old school Italian restaurant that has been a Philly fav for years! Every summer La Familgia has a nostalgia menu with throwback prices on some of their most popular dishes. It is a real bargain! The inside of the restaurant is amazing with understated luxury. You feel like you're in a restaurant in Italy! The service is top notch! The food is the best reason to go though! The gnocchi was so airy and light in a sauce that perfectly complemented it. The beet salad was delicious with fresh beets and arugula. . The short rib melted in your mouth. The veal was also delicious and cooked perfectly. It was an enjoyable night out!
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Abigail G.

Yelp
Yes I know. ANOTHER 4 star review?!? Come on Abby. Here's the thing. I thought the appetizer (we got the tortino di melenzane) was amazing! And then my wine was absolutely deliciously buttery - and I do not like wine. The wine menu was huge and our very friendly waiter told us that they could also make us whatever we wanted. HOWEVER my entree I thought was just good, and for the price point (high) I thought it could have been better. Great atmosphere though and the wine Celler in the basement with the secret well is a must see.
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Anusha S.

Yelp
Food: we were there for the nostalgia menu, which was fantastic. We got two types of gnocchi and as someone who doesn't love gnocchi, I've been completely converted. Both sauces were rich and flavorful and the gnocchi had a perfect pillowy texture. The brisket was also delicious and tender. The only thing I didn't love was the bread to start off - it tasted a bit stale Service: excellent, every time they saw our wine glass empty, someone promptly refilled it Ambiance: lots of celebratory gatherings, especially for dinner. Two floors both of which had an elevated feel to them with traditional touches Would I go back? Yes, for the gnocchi!

Frank A.

Yelp
Always great food selections, great wine list, the service and the ambiance made it a wonderful evening. Clearly one of the best Italian restaurants in Philadelphia.
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Dena H.

Yelp
Im honestly shocked by the experience we had at La Famiglia Restaurant, given that it had such great reviews. We wanted a special restaurant to celebrate my parents 30th wedding anniversary. Upon arrival, we were sat at a table, and the manager seemed very grumpy with the host and he kept pointing at us and just seemed to have an attitude. The actual servers are nice but everything seemed rushed and we had to put our entire order in at once, both appetizers and entrees. The food was okay, not the best. I ordered the pesto gnocchi and it was undercooked. The chicken dish was very salty and the veal parm was dry. The manager came to check in on us and appeared friendlier. I went to ask him if they could do a surprise for my parents for their anniversary and he said of course. After my parents declined dessert, he still brought out a cheesecake and added it to the bill (instead of doing a kind gesture). Upon inquiring about it he pointed at me and said she ordered it - which I did not. (I didn't specify any dessert..) Honestly the manager could be more welcoming and do a better job at hospitality.
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Caroline C.

Yelp
My mom and I had a nice time here in Wednesdays of restaurant week. Service was attentive and the food was tasty. Those desserts were actually out of this world.
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Dionna J.

Yelp
Quaint and intimate Italian restaurant. We went during Restaurant Week but also ordered off the regular menu. The food was delicious and always came out hot. Great drinks. The servers and other staff were welcoming and attentive. Will definitely come back!
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Jeff S.

Yelp
We saw a tik tok about this resturaunt running an August special Nostalgic menu and I decided to book a reservation. I have heard about this resturaunt for many years, but it was the first time I had ever gone. The reservation was for a Tuesday evening at 6:00 AM. We were running very late because my date unexpectedly had to work a half an hour longer. I called and explained why were were going to be late and I was told it was not an issue so I was happy about that. Our meal started with a seeded Italian loaf pre sliced and some butter. It was plain, but decent. We then ordered three appetizers. The Caesar Salad, Mussels in red sauce and the Mozzarella Milanese. The salad was excellent. The flavor of the dressing was uniquely special , you could tell it was home made. It was small, but really good. The mussels were in a red sauce and they were decent. The sauce was a little bit too heavy handed on the oregano then I would have preferred, but it was still decent. The Mozzarella was pretty good and it came with marinara for dipping. The pasta selection was the gnocchi in a pesto sauce. For me, this was the best dish we ordered. The gnocchi were small and very light and fluffy. They were perfectly cooked and the pesto sauce was fresh and bursting with flavors of fresh basil and garlic. Our waiter then took out the largest pepper mill I have ever seen and ground some fresh pepper and added some parmigiana reggiano cheese to the dish. It was delightful. My date had the Cavatelli Pamadori. It was decent, just not as good as the gnocchi. We then had the Veal Parmigiana. It was cooked perfectly even if it looked lonely on the dish by itself without any garnish or sides. I enjoyed it though. While we waited for desert, we watched the waiter prepare the Branzino table side (the next table over had ordered) Geatano was making the lemon butter, and caper sauce while the other person filleted the fish and plated it. Geatano did everything come to think of it. He took the phone call when I was late, he greeted us as we came in, he took us to our table, he took our orders, he checked in on us several times, and he brought us the check with some complimentary shots of Limencello. He obviously has mastered his craft and was like a maestro conducting his orchestra to play the perfect music. He was fully in control of this resturaunt. He even wore a yellow tie and stood out from the others who wore the black ties. We finished our meal with dessert. She had the Chocolate mousse cake and I had the chocolate lava cake that came with gelato. The desserts were perfectly plated and they were not overly sweet. Both were delicious. This was a really good dining experience and I felt that Geatano had a lot to do with it. I had read some reviews that the food wasn't that good, but I have to disagree. We enjoyed the meal and I would recommend this resturaunt to anyone who wants an old city feel with in a building with character. Just beware of the Philadelphia Parking authority who ticketed me 2 minutes before my expiration time. But that's another review for another day.

Marilyn H.

Yelp
I went to La Famiglia for the first time for a private dinner. The food was good, but I was amazed by the service. They were attentive and helped with my dietary needs. Shout out to Wilson & Giuseppe.

dana l.

Yelp
This place was so cute n cozy with an olde world feel! We went for the nostalgia menu. The oysters were amazing and I don't generally like oysters. Crème brûlée was very tasty! If it wasn't for this nostalgia menu I would have never been able to try this food! Thank you
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Sy L.

Yelp
The service was impeccable! We never had to wait on anything ! The execution of the food was perfect. The entree came out soon as we finished the apps. All of the food was delicious. We went for the nostalgia menu and the portions are smaller. We had no leftovers ! We devoured everything.
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Elliot K.

Yelp
Went with a party of 6 last night and had a amazing dinner. From when we arrive to when we left the service was top notch. It seemed as though there were 6 people taking care of our table. My wife was deciding on two different red wines by the glass so they gave her a taste of each. The staff is extremely knowledgeable about the wines as well as the food options. We explained that we had tickets to the Arden theater and they paced out the meal perfectly. The dishes were outstanding. We will be returning!
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Shaun T.

Yelp
This is a venerable restaurant in Old City. Italian selection with usual offerings of scallops and salmon. The rigatoni with red sauce served as a starter is simple goodness at its best. The scallops over risotto is light yet incredibly satisfying. The servers here are clearly professional. I was with a large party. The entrees came out all at the same time and the servers know who ordered which dish....no asking just placing.
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Paula Jean K.

Yelp
We came here for restaurant week September 2023. Service was excellent and the ambiance was lovely but that's not going to to save bad cooking and poorly made cocktails. Food- Primi.I started with the Cavatelli con Basil Pesto Sauce. The portion was fair but it lacked seasoning. Mike had the Ravioli Di Burrata with a light tomato & cream sauce which was dense but okay. Secondi. I choose the Bauletto di Manzo (Pounded beef tenderloin layered with mushrooms and prosciutto mousse, spinach & smoked provolone cheese in a roasted tomato sauce). What I got was a small dry stringy overcooked thing without any of the above mentioned accruements. Mike had Vitello con Prosciutto e Mozzarella (Veal topped with crispy prosciutto & mozzarella cheese in a mushroom, veal and rosemary Demi glacé) What he got was 2 pounded veal nuggets in a sea of Campbell cream of mushroom-esque soup. Raw thyme; no rosemary. Cocktails- We both ordered Gold Rush - Knob Creek Rye Whiskey, Honey Simple Syrup & Lemon juice. Great! However, It would have been even better had it not been covered to the rim with tiny melting ice cubes that diluted the cocktail. Good ideas. Poor execution. 2 stars!
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William C.

Yelp
Good night and dining experience. They have a great menu. We ordered six different appetizers so we could have the experience on multiple levels of how good the food is. It did not disappoint. You can't find too many restaurants that have a variety of small plates as appetizers, but this place did not disappoint. Service was exceptional.

Matt P.

Yelp
What's not to love about this place? Been coming here for many years for special occasions. Wait staff is excellent. The food and drinks are to die for. The ambience is also a crowd pleaser.
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Kurt Y.

Yelp
Alright. If you want Italian and you want an amazing wine selection. This is what they have going for them. I would say that it's not the most cost effective place to have a nice glass of wine and dinner. Luckily I went during restaurant week and the fixed menu was pretty solid. I had a pinot grigio that the waiter recommended. It was a really excellent suggestion and was very much what I was looking for. I had a dirty martini before that and it was pretty subpar. There were no olives, and it didn't really taste brine-y at all. The food was good. I wasn't blown away but I would say it was tasty. It did feel a little uninspired, but I guess I may have had a different expectation. The calamari might have been the best thing I ate. The desserts were dry. I'm trying not to judge restaurants too hard during this time, but I have to say I probably won't put this in my rotation.
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Emme C.

Yelp
We came for dinner during restaurant week and the food was tasty. However the service was not good. The staff was friendly and the restaurant was busy, but other patrons were waited on quickly and more attentively. For example, we were there for 2 hours from being seated to getting our check back. It took 17 minutes for them to run our credit card while we watched other patrons around us get theirs back within a minute. It also took about 20 minutes for us to get our dessert. While the food was yummy, I hope they will do a better job being equally attentive to all their customers. It felt as if we were not viewed as important customers.

Jim C.

Yelp
Food was good, ambience ok, service not good. Visited for the first time and ordered pasta as appetizers, very good. Entrees were salmon (very good) and veal (just ok, not enough flavor). Desserts were fine, not special. Unfortunately, service ruined the evening. For some unknown reason (although reason we highly suspect being two men dining together), the server favored adjoining tables and then disappeared after taking our orders. Other staff noticed our lack of attention and attempted to fill in. However, the timing of it all and amount of effort required to see a wine menu, review a dessert menu, obtain the check was too much to ignore. We were not welcome and will not be returning.
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Anna S.

Yelp
This place was stunning, I've been to a few Michelin Star restaurants abroad and this felt so on par with those, but at an affordable price! The service was phenomenal, they were so kind and attentive. Our water never got below halfway and they checked in regularly if we needed anything. The food was fantastic and I highly recommend getting the cannoli for dessert. The ambiance was beautiful and such a highlight to our stay in Philadelphia.
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KhanhMy V.

Yelp
One of the best gnocchi I've had was from here. The gnocchi with pesto sauce just melted in my mouth. I've been here more than a few times, and the food is okay for me. Some items are a bit salty or tart for my taste, but overall tasty. The ambiance is everything here. I love seeing the wine cellar downstairs going to use the restroom. Overall, a good dining experience. Will definitely return to again and again to try out other items on the menu.

Maddiso R.

Yelp
Overpriced and quality and portions are too small For what they charged. Not worth trying.
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Jeff B.

Yelp
A really good business meal at La Famiglia Ristorante recently. Service was great. Our table placement in wine cellar was excellent. The gnocchi serving was my favorite but everything was very good. Authentic Italian dining experience.
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David M.

Yelp
Food , service ,& ambiance was absolutely everything you could ask for. We will definitely be back to taste more of the menu & wines. Love this place:)
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William M.

Yelp
Plus two stars for the environment which is lovely, and service was good. We went during restaurant week, which may skew my review as a result of the limited menu and perhaps hasty cooking methods being employed due to there being so many more patrons than usual. Still - I'm reviewing the food here and it was not good. Many plates were shared amongst the table since none of us were particularly enthusiastic about our dishes, hence the knowledge below about nearly every restaurant week item on the menu. Wine was a $16 retail bottle marked up to $60, reviews online were ok and it was fine for the meal. The server suggested a more expensive bottle with "higher acidity and tannins" albeit worse ratings, which, ok, it COULD have been better but I decided to go with my gut. First course: Two of my party received the Granfusilli dish, two the gnocchi and one had to settle for a pretty depressing Caeser after the mushrooms ran out. She is keto, and the mushroom dish she was looking forward to the most. Now, I'd expected the pasta to shine - but I suspected these noodles came from a box. The gnocchi tasted nice and light. The sauce for the Granfusilli was nice but didn't offer much to the dish. The main courses were all overcooked except for the veal, which was surprisingly tender and flavorful. I should have ordered the salmon, which was my mistake, but the chicken was poorly cooked and a bit cold. I know how good chicken can be, and it's a good barometer for a good restaurant. Now I know. The pork was incredibly dense and chewy - I'd liken it to a brick. The beef did not have flavor and was dry. The risotto was ok, but not remarkable. Dessert was a good sampling of what I presume is smaller iterations of their regular desserts. Each was nice, although the lemon was too tart and sweet - an impressive feat for such a small package. All in all, I was there for the friends we came with, so the night was a success. But if you're looking for quality Italian, make something at home or go somewhere with a bit more heart on their plates. None of the food here is memorable.

Jack J.

Yelp
The spaghetti was fire. The food was so good. The food didn't take very long to arrive. The restaurant was really pretty and old fashioned. The only problem was that the servers could have been nicer, but I don't blame them.
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Vee M.

Yelp
We went here for Restaurant Week. Ambiance was beautiful. I was appreciative that especially in these times, diners were seated as far apart as possible. Service was excellent- so attentive but not overdone. Everything was done timely but not rushed and we had time to savor our food and time to talk. I love raw oysters but their oysters baked with gorgonzola and spinach was incredible. My husband enjoyed his veal medallions while I enjoyed the salmon. The dessert samples of a mini Napoleaon, mini cannoli, and mini cheesecake were delicious and just enough to end the meal. This is probably the best deal you can get for Restaurant Week.

Kathy C.

Yelp
This was my 1st visit to La Famiglia and our experience was truly exceptional. From the delicious and abundant cuisine to the impeccable service and inviting atmosphere, our experience surpassed all expectations. If you find yourself in Philadelphia, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit.

Daphne N.

Yelp
The service was absolutely amazing! The vibes in there were great and the food was fantastic, can't wait to go back!
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steven s.

Yelp
Recently, We Celebrated my Wife's Milestone Birthday!! What an Extraordinary Evening, and "Dinner" at our Favorite Italian Restaurant, La Famiglia in Old City Phila" They have a Head Waiter, Gaetano who Sets the tone for One Amazing Dinning Experience! He not only Anticipates your every dinning Desire, He Does it with Enthusiasm, Passion, and a Total Commitment to Please!" Today, You can't Find That, and you Sure Can't Buy It!, Now The Restaurant!! From the Sena Family and their Culinary Excellence, To Being the Top Current Italian Resturant in all of Philadelphia, Our Family Not only Thank You, You and your Staff are a Wonderful Constant in the Community and we will Always be Repeat Customers" Your Authentic Italian Food is still the Very Best In PHILLY! You are Appreciated"
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Jeff S.

Yelp
Meh. Old school Italian. And just maybe a little too old. Food is decent, the service is good, but it all just feels dated and tired.
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Gloria L.

Yelp
I ate dinner here and the restaurant is doing it's 41st year anniversary. This amazing amazing deal is still happening right now until August. But essentially the restaurant is bringing back its "nostalgic menu" from its very first year and offering its menu at the SAME EXACT prices as they were 41 years ago. Meaning there was $5 Calamari and $5 pasta dishes. Needless to say, my friends and I literally all had a five course meal. Including dessert! It was so so good. Just a warning though. We had a real Italian dinner and ended up being there for a good four hours. But it was totally worth it. They also have an awesome wine cellar downstairs so we ordered a bottle of wine too. The clientele seemed older, slightly senior citizen-y. But we didn't feel weird about being the youngest group there. The food was just so so worth it. Highly recommend!
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Connor H.

Yelp
Really not impressed. The wait staff is very friendly and the place has this interesting old school vibe at first but comes away feeling almost too fancy for its own good. The food was quite expensive and way underwhelming. The burrata was pretty good, but the octopus was just bad and stay away from the "gnocchi." I'd say skip La Famiglia and head to South Philly. Sorry
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聃

Yelp
It's a such gorgeous experience here. In restaurant week, I came here for my dinner. There are so many delicious food options (pictured). And also there is a incredible wine cellar at the basement. Highly recommended!
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Gary M.

Yelp
Pasta is freshly handmade. This place is unreal. Order a pasta main dish and share it as an appetizer. Don't wast your stomach space on salad. Wine list top shelf. Service excellent. Chianti Reserva!!!! Nuf' said. Home made pasta. That's your order. Put this place on your list.

B H.

Yelp
Service was good but food is subpar. The nostalgia menu is definitely a rip off portion size wise. I was also disappointed about how overcooked all the pasta was. Gnocchi was mush.

Robert W.

Yelp
I have been going to La Famiglia since they opened. My old partner and me spent many evenings and lots of money eating some of the best Italian food ever. Back then they made a lobster tail in brandy cream sauce, you didn't need to chew it melted in your mouth. Flash forward many years, and nothing is different, food wise. There isn't anything I wouldn't recommend, the wine cellar and accompanying book "the Bible " is beyond believable. My wife and I had our wedding dinner there and the Siena family didn't forget us and made the evening magical. We live in Florida now and miss being able to go back. Believe me when we are in Philly we'll be there. If you want a truly memorable evening go there.
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Shannon K.

Yelp
Had a wonderful 3 course meal for restaurant week. First course was grilled oysters, then I had the salmon. Both were amazing! The dessert were 3 bite sized treats. Wonderful restaurant week menu! Highly recommend for any occasion. Wonderful food, vast selection of wine, and great staff!