Revolution House

American restaurant · Old City

Revolution House

American restaurant · Old City

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200 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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Creative New American fare with outdoor seating and reclaimed decor  

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200 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Get directions

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200 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Get directions

+1 215 625 4566
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Best Rooftop Bars and Restaurants in Philly | Eater Philly

"Revolution House’s second story features an outdoor deck, umbrella-topped tables, and greenery. It’s a great stop for a local draft and upgraded bar food, including burgers and wood-fired pizza, as part of a tour of local historic sites — the Old City restaurant is set in a former Quaker Friends Meetinghouse that dates back to 1798." - Ernest Owens

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Best Dining for Rooftop Views and Vibes in Philly

"Revolution House’s second story features an outdoor deck, umbrella-topped tables, and greenery. It’s a great stop for a local draft and upgraded bar food, including burgers and wood-fired pizza, as part of a tour of local historic sites — the Old City restaurant is set in a former Quaker Friends Meetinghouse that dates back to 1798." - Ernest Owens, Eater Staff

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Here’s the Restaurants Near Philly Spotlighting the Jersey Tomato | Eater Philly

"The Jersey tomato has a spot on the Revolution House menu as part of the savory Rev House BLT. This popular Old City spot offers its take on the original BLT sandwich by giving it a Jersey twist. The filling sandwich features flavorful bacon, crisp lettuce, creamy parmesan aioli, and the star of the show — ripe, juicy Jersey tomatoes. Top it all off with a side order of hand-cut fries and you’ll be thinking about this delicious dish for days to come." - Kristen Kwiatkowski

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Revolution House Review - Old City - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"Apparently back in the 1700s when most of Old City was built, rooftops weren’t quite as hot a commodity as powdered wigs were, so you won’t find too many of them in the area. One of the only exceptions is Revolution House, a second-floor “rooftop” that’s basically just an elevated dining room, but it’s the best place in the area to hang out with a few beers and some bar snacks when the weather is in that 10-degree range that’s actually pleasant. The views aren’t exactly panoramic, but that really just means there won’t be a ton of tourists asking you to take their picture." - Sydney McElwee

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Alison Delaney

Google
Not a great place to grab a meal if you’re in a rush but it’s good enough. Service is SLOW but they do top off your water when other guests are complaining about absolutely nothing. The server handled it perfectly. The “3 for thirty” deal I’d recommend sharing because it’s too much for one person but it’s delicious. Pop in for the cheesesteak, chicken sandwich or ravioli! Or treat yourself to a dessert!!

Oliver Ames

Google
This restaurant is magical, simply magical First of all shout out to the waiter with the mullet, top tier banter, top tier service and a good looking lad. The food was brilliant, personally I had the burger and it was unreal, the juice of the patty and the onion and tomato together made it podium worthy and the chips, oh the chips they were fabulous. Come to this place and you will have a brilliant experience.

Moses moustafa

Google
Everything always amazing food delicious atmosphere wonderful and service great

Sandy Rhodes

Google
I was part of a group last night for dinner. We were seated right away and received good food. It felt like everything at the table was falling apart.. the tacos the smash burgers but good nonetheless. The server was OK, didn't really go above and beyond but likely knew gratuity was a given with our party size.

Julie de Lataulade de Laàs

Google
As a French person, I can say that the onion soup was truly delicious! The staff was super nice and the prices are truly accessible considering the quality of the food. I highly recommend!

Dr. Rosie Ann Riley

Google
We stayed on 113 Cuthbert street in an Airbnb that was a short walking distance from Market street and this restaurant. My goddaughter and I ordered hamburgers and my friend, her mom ordered the tacos. The burgers were very good but the fries were overcooked and greasy which means the grease was old. Never understood why people charge so much for food but try to cut corners when serving it. Our sever was nice but not very friendly. We didn’t feel valued as customers. They have nice patio seating. There are plenty of restaurants with much better service and food like Royal Boucherie which on sane street. I highly recommend going there because they have better selection and service and the food is absolutely delicious!!!

Shayna Davey

Google
We had such a nice time last night. Food and service were a 10. The outside upstairs deck was really nice. Staff were pleasant and attentive. We'll for sure be back!

Min Bae (mInThisMoment)

Google
I made a reservation for the outdoor patio seating because I thought it would be nice for my fiance for our anniversary. The photos I saw online made it look very appealing for special occasions. Unfortunately, the day of. I received a message saying that the patio was now fully booked for a private party. Kinda sucks that even though I reserved seats, I got downgraded which ruined my plans. The food was good. My steak was cooked to my liking. A little light on the steak portion but plenty of vegetables to satisfy my appetite. Drinks were also good. Our server was very nice as well.
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Shayna P.

Yelp
So far this place is amazing! The service was fantastic! The waitress was so professional! The Brussel sprouts WERE DEVINE! The garlic honey oil was a great touch. The calamari was a bit over cooked. The chicken buffalo dip was delicious. Comes with bread or chips. The garlic shrimp was very delicious and the shrimp was perfectly cooked! The chicken parm was also amazing! Overall, this place was 9/10!
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Bill B.

Yelp
We were visiting and staying just around the corner and found this place online. The menu had lots of options for the kids so we decided to try it out. All of the staff were extremely friendly and very nice and helpful. The food was just as great. Kids had pizza, mac and cheese and fries. My kids are picky eaters and they both enjoyed their meals. My little.one had mac and cheese with bacon and she ate a majority of it which is rare for her. The Pizza was very good as well. I had the morning jam burger which was messy but very good. The wife had the garlic shrimp which was very flavorful with a nice sweet and spicy flavor. It was a somewhat healthier option for her. If you have little ones and are looking for a good meal I would highly recommend this place. It's a great place to enjoy a drink as well if you have that luxury. We would definitely go back if we wre ever back in town.
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Keith R.

Yelp
Despite how busy it was, they were able to get us seated near the bar right away. As I said they were really busy so might not be a normal scenario but service was a slow. The staff was nice and apologetic, clearing running, but there was several times we needed to flag down any server to get stuff like silverware or napkins or ketchup. The food was good. Your typical fried chicken and fried fish sandwich. The tots are like a mashed potato tot and you'd think the honey mustard is weird but it's a great combo.

Michele P.

Yelp
So was looking up rooftop bars and decided to try here . We went tonight a Sunday evening for drinks . We got there and were told we could only sit outside if we were ordering food . We sat inside at upstairs and Russs was great but there were only two tables taken outside so very disappointing that we could not enjoy the outside space. Maybe don't advertise as a rooftop bar if you can't enjoy the outside space especially on an off night .
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Ashley L.

Yelp
I popped into Revolution House for lunch and loved this spot. They have outdoor seating on the second floor, but for those who get chilled to the bone easily, there's always seating on the first floor. They have plenty of apps, hand-held options, and then some, but I opted for American classics such as French onion soup and a wedge salad. My partner also ordered their fried chicken sandwich and it was a generous piece of fried chicken and they let us get the bacon on the side which I enjoyed. Everything came out quickly, made to order, and was incredibly enjoyable and delicious. No complaints from start to finish, I would highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a bite to eat with a view.
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Amanda D.

Yelp
What a great spot! We opted for the outdoor second floor seating. Great views of Penns Landing, the street (which ended up being way more entertaining than you would think) and the weather was perfect! We found this place initially during a "pub crawl history tour" and knew we had to come back for food after the tour was over. Plentiful menu, my husband had a taco special (even came with a free horchata cocktail!) and I had the buttermilk chicken sandwich. Admittedly, I've had better. The chiplolte mayo was almost non existent and the chicken was crispy but flavorless. The fries were definitely the standout. Service was nice and quick. The decor is super cute. Definitely gave the revolutionary war vibe. Would for sure recommend!
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Allie D.

Yelp
Haven't been here since I gave it a one star years ago but my husband and I were in old city and we stopped in. Maybe my bad experience was a fluke because we had a great time. Our server was kind and attentive, she gave us space which I love and even though they were clearly getting ready for a big group to come in we did not feel rushed at all. The food was good too, the nachos were great... I loved the tortilla chips and I kept with the same thing and had tacos which were excellent. I wish we weren't going to be walking around for a while after or I would have taken my last one home. Definitely made up for the last time and we will probably come back when the weather breaks.
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Vicki M.

Yelp
We had the gruyere. grilled cheese with braised beef. It was excellent, as were the fries. Our server, Chris was excellent, attentive and friendly. It was a great meal at a reasonable price!
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Rachel S.

Yelp
Hands down has the best happy hour- great hours including Friday, food choices (large portions!) and drinks. Go here every time when in town and am never disappointed
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Andrew C.

Yelp
Had an awesome experience at revolution house! Got a nice table on the upstairs floor with a great view and beautiful aesthetic. The fountain was neat(though I wish it wasn't splashing on me). But it was kinda nice since the fans weren't on and it was extremely hot out! Despite this, I was very pleased with my meal and the drinks we ordered. The drinks were presented very nicely and had a really good flavor! They provided ice water and kept it full which was also nice. For food we ordered the blistered shishitos(pepper things), a few flatbreads, and the smash burger. All were delicious especially the peppers and the flat bread which were very tasty and well seasoned. I was actually surprised at how good the peppers were since I typically don't get them, so definitely try if you can. Service was good and it was easy to get a table. Overall excellent spot and will be coming back! Very highly recommend!
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Seanniece B.

Yelp
Staff: the staff was fine. Not neglectful. Vibe: big rooftop vibes. There's indoor dinning as well. They really need to get the top step reinforcement. Didn't feel safe. Food: the wings (gluten free) were fried hard which was great. They could've used more sauce. The salad was fine. The dressing needed more citrus or vinegar. The pecans were a delight. The strawberry lemon was great.
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Amber N.

Yelp
I went here for the view which is really nice. The service was great. On a Sunday afternoon, I was seated quickly. The smash burger was okay, it's nothing special in terms of seasoning, toppings, or flavor. I don't like American cheese and that was their only cheese option (maybe due to the historical USA vibes of the area). The Berry Blossom Lemonade (without vodka for me) was really refreshing and sweet. It was the best part of the meal.
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James P.

Yelp
Different cheesesteak item #1068 in the last five years. I loved the building. I liked the bartender, $6 and the hand cut fries. I like that I can usually find parking on the westbound side of Market st. The cheesesteak was $17. It did come with very good hand cut french fries. The meat was good but needed more. The house made cheese sauce was blandish. A good roll but not for a cheesesteak.
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Larry S.

Yelp
We had a great afternoon walking around Old City area of Philly. Decided to try Revolution mainly because they had a rooftop bar. Walked up to the 2nd floor and ordered a beer and then took in the views. Then we went downstairs and ordered dinner. The crispy brussel sprouts were outstanding. They were topped with pickled onions which was a nice idea. Fresh cut fries were also delicious. Service was very prompt and he was quite helpful in making suggestions.
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Alicia P.

Yelp
I had a really nice evening at Revolution house. The weather was gorgeous, so we opted to sit on the roof deck. There was an event upstairs as well, but it was partitioned off away from our seating. Service was fantastic! The waiter was friendly, efficient, and enthusiastic. I tried the Lavender 75 for my cocktail, it was gin with Prosecco, delicious. My date got a Moscow mule and blackberry cider. Both we very good! Cocktail Prices are typical of the area, around $13. We decided to get a few small plates and started with the chicken kebabs and the crispy brussels sprouts. The crispy brussels sprouts were so good, the best I've had in a long time. The kebabs were just okay, in my opinion, so I probably would not order them again. After our appetizers we decided to split a pizza. We went for the buffalo chicken pizza, and it looked and tasted fantastic. Again, I must comment on how great the service was! I feel like service has really declined since the pandemic and we were really taken care of. We went early, around 4:30 pm, only to find out happy hour only pertains to the bar, but we really wanted to sit roof top, so we paid regular prices. We left around 6:30 pm and it still wasn't very crowded. I would recommend Revolution house if you are in Old city and looking for an outdoor venue to eat and dine!

Sarah E.

Yelp
The reviews are misleading as happy hour is only available at the bar or indoors, not on the roof. Many reviews state that patrons have enjoyed happy hour on the roof deck, but perhaps their rules have changed. It ISN'T listed anywhere on the website, so to be told happy hour isn't available after sitting down for reservations on the roof gets a dinner off to a bad start, especially after ubering there. I would have picked a different place. Without happy hour, food is overpriced and is nothing to write home about, especially the portions. I won't be returning, nor will I be suggesting this to anyone.
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Taylor M.

Yelp
We hosted our wedding welcome party on the top floor here and it was fabulous! The planning was easy and the food was delicious! We also had 3 signature cocktails that were absolutely amazing! Highly recommend this place for any event!
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Joey W.

Yelp
Went to Revolution House with my girlfriend last night and I was not disappointed. We had a reservation for 7 and were seated up top on the roof deck. It was a perfect night for it - about 78 degrees and sunny. The ambience on the rooftop is great and it is a sweet spot to hangout. I got the Revolution Smash Burger with a Summer Love. My girlfriend ordered the Chicken Tinga Tacos and the Sangrerita. We also ordered the Potato Croquettes for an appetizer. The potato croquettes were my only con - a little overpriced for what you get with them. The Burger was really good - 8.9/10 and the secret sauce was excellent. I also had some of the Chicken Tacos - which were really great too because what girlfriend ever finishes all her food on date night? Her only comment was they were a little messy but we both still loved the taste. Food was also served very fast and wait staff was accommodating. I thought it was a really cool spot. Liked the decorations and theme of the restaurant after the American Revolution in a historic Philadelphia neighborhood. It's also a great place to eat and then walk around some historic landmarks of our country.... "Unite or dine" Definitely will be back sometime! Cheers
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Kevin M.

Yelp
Really good place. The atmosphere was pretty casual with a nice bar and numerous tables for varying size groups. The hostess and wait staff was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. Although the food selection was somewhat limited everything we had was really good. We had wings, pizza, a burger, and a cheesesteak which were all really good but my favorite was the brussell sprout appetizer we had which was absolutely delicious. My only minor complaint was the beer selection was very limited. All in all this was a very good place that I would definitely recommend.
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Emily P.

Yelp
Had a very nice dinner here! It was easy to get a good seat with selection of indoor or outdoor. The place is 2 floors with a very neat decor. I had a delicious cocktail that I really enjoyed as well as a tasty smash burger with fries. The burger itself was very juicy and it was nice to get 2 pattys. We also tried some of their pizzas which were very tasty. I especially enjoyed the pepperoni pie. It had a very deep flavor that I couldn't get enough of. Service was good and it was an overall pleasant experience. Would highly recommend for a nice occasion or just going out!

Susan S.

Yelp
What a great place! Used Yelp to find local hangout bars and stopped by this place. Was able to catch Happy hour, on a Sunday (4:40-6:30), and they had great specials. Margherita pizza was amazing but most of all, bartender David made our visit the most pleasant. He was super friendly and constantly checking on us. Plus he was familiar with my home area in western PA, which made for great conversation. I will definitely stop by there next time I come to this area.
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Marzena K.

Yelp
Food was excellent, so was the service (hello Lisa). I had a smash burger that was cooked to perfection. The roof top atmosphere wants you come back again. And I will. My husband ordered Philly cheese steak, and he ate everything, all French fries and both pieces of steak, a lot of food lol.
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Rochelle B.

Yelp
Ok so let's talk. This is a nice restaurant and bar. 2 bars one at the entrance, the other upstairs by the patio. I don't know why, I just assumed the patio was going to just have heaters and not be enclosed too. Either way, we sat out there. I enjoyed the vibe, not too loud, easy conversations going. And the food was good. I had the pork and birthday boy had a burger. We are still not sure why. He said after tasting my food, it was very difficult to enjoy his meal, but he ate most of it. We also tried the hummus app. And it was heavy on the flavor and oil. Our evening was overall great. Service was quick and friendly. I would go again. When time comes.

Jackie R.

Yelp
Felix makes a mean old fashioned! Just ask him for his best! Pizza was great. We were so glad we stopped in!
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Robert F.

Yelp
Hours claim they close at 9p but was all closed by the time I walked past it to pickup my order at 8:40p. This place is most likely permanently closed. Wasted an hour of my time ordering via GrubHub.

Kevin O.

Yelp
Do yourself a favor...go for the great food and drinks, stay for the ambience, and go again and again for the friendly and exceptional service.
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Alexa K.

Yelp
"The Brussel sprouts are to die for " - Allie DeMichele, also the pizza is very good!
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Dave N.

Yelp
Came here after dinner, and had a truly lovely time. Alex was working alone at the bar serving the whole upper floor (minimum occupancy 80%). He not only made our drinks to perfection (made recommendations as well, yuh hurd) but made time to converse with us. It's been such a long time since we've been able to sit bar side and Alex made the experience so much more memorable. Pros: Alex & company, aesthetic of the upper floor, outdoor area, location. Cons: can't even think of one
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Leah M.

Yelp
The hosts had a look like 'how can I help you?' without saying it out loud so I said, 'it's just me'. With that I was immediately seated and given a comfortable few minutes to review things. My server approached and offered drink special information. I went for a local beer, 'I like beer'! Churchville lager I like a lot. After a few questions about sandwiches I went for my go to pizza. The Americana (?) is just basically pepperoni pizza. It came out in less than 7 minutes but it was perfection. The crust was the right thickness not doughy or or too much sauce. The only thing that was off was it was hot just not piping like fresh out of the oven. But I have no complaints about the food or my server. The decor is wood paneling walls and exposed beams, a nice above ground basement vibe. The pizza was good the restaurant clean and organized but slightly expensive for a personal size pizza. If they have Happy Hour deals during the week I would consider returning if not, it's not worth another trip.

Lois Z.

Yelp
We went for happy hour and had a lovely time. Prices were good, drinks and appetizers were great--large portions for the appetizers. Reasonable selection on the happy hour menu as well. The only down side was that the rooftop bar happened to be closed the time we were there. Service was excellent, too.

Bernie B.

Yelp
I've eaten here several times, and I'm always genuinely surprised by this place. I don't know why I never seem to remember it's there. I guess I'm usually seeking out somewhere with more interesting food or better ambiance, and this place just seems pretty middle of the road? The rooftop is pleasant and actually has a really nice view of Christchurch and the huge trees in the churchyard. I would probably avoid it on weekend nights in warm weather, when gross people crawl out of the woodwork and come out to terrorize the city on their loud, stupid motorcycles. The food is honestly really excellent and reliable. Lots of good veggie options to balance out the pizza. The cocktails are fantastic. The service is great. I have nothing bad to say!
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Khusbu P.

Yelp
I would def recommend this place for drinks but not so much the food! The cacio e Pepe was alittle bit too peppery and the kebabs, were so juicy and tender but lacked flavor! It's pricey so only go for drinks!
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Shannon C.

Yelp
I can't believe I've passed by this place a million time without ever giving it a chance. I'm so glad I finally did! I was seated on the rooftop and it was the perfect spot for a sunny day. The food and drinks were great. I can't wait to come back for more.
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Starlyn L.

Yelp
My boyfriend and I loved the aesthetics, atmosphere, food and the rooftop was a perfect touch to a wonderful evening!
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Savi R.

Yelp
Came here with a group of 4 friends for dinner yesterday. We all loved the vibes/decor of the rooftop seating. We shared the watermelon salad and roasted garlic hummus - both of which were great - and my partner and I split the ricotta gnocchi. We also ordered the virgin berry blossom lemonade which was so refreshing on a hot day like yesterday.

James O.

Yelp
Clean, good service. Kelley, the bartender, was attentive and engaging. Wife had the smash burger which was quite good. I know, because my chicken parm was burnt to the point of being a hockey puck. I ended up eating half her burger. The fact that several folks thought it was ok to serve something this burnt, not ok. Too many good places in Philly to take a chance here again.
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Lisa S.

Yelp
Came here on a whim and I am very happy that I did. We walked inside and the bartender greeted us and said the host would be with us momentarily. It was nice of him to acknowledge us, despite tending to a somewhat filled bar. When the hostess came over, we asked if we could sit on the rooftop and she walked us upstairs and sat us in the corner of the rooftop with an amazing view of town. Our server's name was Cas. She was so helpful and sweet! We started with the tater tots with cheese sauce as our appetizer and I got the Ahi Tuna salad. She assured me that I had made a great choice when I ordered the salad. She was right! It was a healthy option that was totally yummy. Just the right amount of dressing and toppings. My boyfriend got the BBQ pulled pork sandwich, which I failed to get a picture of. It came with a side of fries. He said it was absolutely delicious. Cas came over several times to check on us and refilled our glasses of water when she saw they were empty. It was an absolute pleasure dining here because she took great care of us. Right before we left, we saw a storm was brewing and Cas encouraged us to stay as long as we'd like after we had paid to avoid getting soaked in the rain. We stayed at our table and chatted, and she continued to come over and refill our water glasses. Over the top service!!! Thank you, Cas! Will most definitely be returning when I'm in the area! There's a variety of restaurants nearby, but I'll be a loyal customer to Revolution House because of the amazing service and food they provided.
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Andrew M.

Yelp
I've been here a couple times, I don't know if I will go back for the food though. Pretty good atmosphere and environment inside. Outside it was a total different atmosphere as well. So we got seated and everything was great the people and waitresses/ waiters great the people were so nice and friendly. We had chicken sandwich which kinda got soggy,Revolution burger which was pretty good all around, it was actually two patties I think. Last the Carnitas taco which was a taco cleaned up pretty much. The chicken sandwich look good and fresh at the beginning but it had no flavor and then the bone got soggy after like two minutes. It came with pepper mayo which is different but couldn't of went without. The revolution burger was a regular burger or two patties the cheese took out and I had a side of some sauce as well I used it and it taste pretty good. The Carnitas tacos were decent it's just they were too dressed up try to make them look to nice. Drinks were great we had a sour and we have the a frozen drink that had whiskey it was really good, I had 2 but they were on the higher side price wise. Arata good place to hang out have some drinks right on second with her friends and capture the scenery. But it also was a rainy day as well so he didn't get to see as much as you probably would've on a nice sunny day with a breeze coming through.
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Stephanie L.

Yelp
I am a fan of Rev House for sure. The think they have a pretty good happy hour if you are looking for drinks and apps at the bar, but I love coming here for dinner on the second floor patio area. It is so cute up there and you are over looking Olde City. They have a bunch of tables and also a few couches up there if you just want to lounge at the bar. The food is delicious I recommend the pizza and tots, but they also have some yummy sandwiches as well. Their cocktails are unique and they also have a good beer / wine selection. Service is good. Pretty standard, I've been here a bunch and have never had a bad waiter or slow service. I recommend, for sure!
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Tom P.

Yelp
It was a beautiful day, so one of our coworkers suggested eating here for lunch, specifically on the second floor on the upstairs bar. Unfortunately, there was no seating so we had to settle eating curb side. We were instantly solicited by panhandlers which was why we wanted The food was okay, I had the chicken bombs and shared some risotto balls. The risotto balls could've used more salt. Overall, the meal wasn't all that special and the prices weren't all that great either. Ambiance would've helped out but we couldn't get onto the second floor.
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Gloria E.

Yelp
Can't tell if it was because it was after a long bar crawl, but this place has some pretty good food. The service was prompt even around dinner time, and the prices are in range for the portion you get. The tuna tartare came with a great wasabi sauce, and the fish was obviously fresh. Avocado was also a great accompaniment. I heard great things about the veggie burger and mac and cheese, and I had some of the best calamari I've ever had in Philly. French fries came in a huge bowl, obviously freshly cut and fried perfectly! Didn't like the shrimp rolls particularly, not very crispy but weren't bad. Overall, this spread impressed me and I'd come back for some appetizers with friends, and the beers are average prices too. They do everything just well enough to impress, but since I didn't try the entrees, will have to come back and see how they stand up!
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Scott P.

Yelp
Sat at the bar and ordered the Braised Beef and Parmesan Risotto. Not only was the bartender great and friendly (unfortunately didn't get her name) but the dish was, no joke, one of the tastiest meals I've ever had. I absolutely loved it. My friend has the cheesesteak and liked it (though not to the extent I loved my meal).
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John L.

Yelp
Sat on the roof top which was up on the second floor, fully covered and provided some decent views the the Ben Franklin Bridge and some of Market Street. The heaters were adequate enough to allow me to take off my coat. The rest of the place is nice, they kept a lot of old woodwork sacred in here as well as some bathroom fixtures which I appreciate. Mix of old, very old and new. Well done guys. Food wise everyone was ready for brunch, namely eggs. It was after 12 and I have a rule about booze before 12 and eggs after 12 so I had a cheesesteak with beer. The cheesesteak was served as a flatbread. The bread was fresh, cheese melted well inside with onion and nice sirloin shredded, along with some smoked mozzarella which had a light smoke flavor. The fries were decent and the beer was fresh. It was a Can-O-Bliss from Oskar Blues, def a fresh keg, nice and citrusy, clean pour and glass. Thank you for cleaning your beer lines! I was happy with my experience here. Everyone loved their eggs. The Eggs Bandito was the most popular order. Prices were fair and the service was prompt. I'd definitely come back.
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Deepika N.

Yelp
I came to Revolution House on a Thursday night with my coworkers. We were able to get a reservation for 12, but we probably didn't need it because the restaurant wasn't that busy. We were seated on the upstairs patio, which was very nice and have us a view of Penn's Landing and the Ben Franklin bridge. I really enjoyed the restaurant's aesthetics and the view, but the food was mediocre. We ordered the tater tots, guacamole, and buffalo chicken dip for the table. Out of the three, the tater tots were my favorite. They are made with a mix of regular potato, sweet potato, and cheese, but they weren't anything special. I ordered the Southern Fried Chicken special, which came with green beans and mashed potatoes. The chicken was juicy, the green beans were average, and the potatoes were very buttery, but kind of tasted like boxed mashed potatoes. All in all, the food did not impress me. This a good place to bring out of town folks when the weather is nice because of the patio area, but otherwise, I would not come back.
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Mike L.

Yelp
The atmosphere is a plus, both inside and roof deck. Drinks are fair to good. Food, just average, we had street corn salad, revolution burger. Better was chicken tinga tacos, and croquettes. To many other options, tourist spot

Steven G.

Yelp
This was our first time at the Revolution House. The upstairs terrace was very nice, with lush vegetation & even a fountain. We has the chicken kabobs & watermelon salad. Both were excellent! The kabobs were with eggplant jam, smoked garlic yogurt & sesame streusel. Wonderful flavors blending together! The watermelon salad had fresh herbs giving it a an great unique taste. The hostess & server were friendly & helpful. The prices were low. An excellent experience.
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Madeleine C.

Yelp
This restaurant has great vibes. My friend and I were seated on the rooftop and I felt like I was in New Orleans. There are very few options for rooftop dining in Philly. I came here for a casual bite and Revolution House was perfect for that! Plenty of drinks and appetizer options. I enjoyed the cheesesteak eggrolls--crispy and flavorful. I will have to come back here for a full meal!

Alexandra M.

Yelp
Great atmosphere at Revolution House! Couldn't say a bad thing about this place if I tried. I felt safe as the entire restaurant/bar was sanitized and all employees took safety precautions. It was truly a beautiful summer evening up on the rooftop and had an amazing experience with Alex the bartender! Alex was everything you'd hope for in a bartender- personable, kind, attentive and made wonderful recommendations for food and drinks. Cant say enough wonderful things about Alex-- he engaged with us the entire time on top of fulfilling orders, and even taught us a few things about Philadelphia/made suggestions for the rest of our stay. We will definitely be back again thanks to Alex! He's second to none! Cheers! Will be back VERY soon!
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Denny K.

Yelp
When I was very young, my friends and I played a silly game called, "Quaker's Meeting;" a type of no blink - stare down game. (It began with the ditty, "No laughing, no talking, no chewing chewing gum, no showing the whites of your teeth.") I'm sure nobody's gonna win that game at Revolution House because there's lots to smile and chat and chew (albeit not gum). We found this reinvented, restored, refurbished, remodeled....(well they've done a lot)...1798 former Quaker Friends Meetinghouse to be a great place for lunch. Oh, did I mention that the exterior is rather unassuming (major understatement)? The pale, slightly water-stained and unadorned concrete which hides the original brick facade is accompanied by plain, flat brown doors and windows. It hides a bright and beautifully reclaimed interior...and if you look up, you'll see the building also is home to a beautiful open second story patio. Drinks: Full bar with decent domestic and imported wines by glass and bottle, some whiskeys, and a mix of great craft brews, plus bottles and cans of standard swill. (Actually, the entire list is pretty good!) Food: Like the decor (check out the web site and photos for more details--we missed a few) the menu offerings are an hodge-podge with no distinct theme. The selections range from Quinoa Salad to Mac and Cheese to Cheesesteak Egg Roll starters, from Flatbread sammies and Gyros to Jerk Salmon plates and Pizza. Got the idea? We picked a good hoppy IPA to accompany our Margherita Pizza. The crust was crisp and brown on the bottom (our friends thought it burned...but not us). We thought it was just right; it was topped with a decent sauce and quite a lot of cheese. To my liking, it also had a chewy Neapolitan-style "corniccione" (raised outer edge). All in all good but not outstanding pizza. Friends ordered and enjoyed the hearty black bean chili (a special) and shared (a bit soggy) fried eggplant flatbread sandwich with a side salad. Both were ok...but texture of the sandwich was a bit mushy; no evidence of "fried." Take time to walk around the interior, and hopefully appreciate the effort that went into redoing this place. It very well might will make you show the whites of your teeth. And while some descriptions I've read call this place rustic...I think I'd rather describe Revolution House as "Revived Early-American Cool."