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Amada PHL, Philadelphia, PA

Amada PHL

4.7
4.7
8774 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 51 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Amada is an Andalusian tapas bar & restaurant where Chef Jose Garces embraces the rich traditions of Spanish gastronomy while incorporating avant-garde cooking techniques in a gorgeous rustic-chic setting

Specialties of the House
Spanish Octopus, Garlic Shrimp, Tortilla Española, Paella Valenciana, Whole Roasted Suckling Pig (Call to order 72 hours in advance, excluding Sundays), Seasonal Sangrías, Cocktails, and Wine.

Private Parties: Amada welcomes groups of all sizes. Festive settings, service and menus are perfect for intimate dinners with friends, special occasions and holidays, corporate meetings and staff parties. Events can be booked throughout the restaurant and in our private dining rooms seven days a week. For parties of 10 or more, please call our private events team at 267-284-7979 or email events@garcesgroup.com

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–6:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jose Garces
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy Chef Garces’ famed Andalusian tapas in a sultry, rustic-chic setting. Choose from a private dining room, a semi-secluded lounge, group tables in the main dining room, or a combination.
  • Private party contact
    Event Coordinator: (267) 284-7950
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Old City
  • Cross Street
    Chestnut Street between 2nd & 3rd
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Septa 21, 42Septa Market Frankford Line - 2nd Street
  • Entertainment
    If you book a private event at Amada, our event coordinators can provide you with unique entertainment options for your party.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Amada Philadelphia's Penn Grad Celebration!

    USD 35.00 - USD 75.00 per person

    19 May 2025 only
    Amada Philadelphia will open with our full menu at 12pm on Monday, 5/19 to celebrate alongside this year's Penn Graduates. A tasting menu is available!
    Amada Philadelphia's Penn Grad Celebration! photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Weekday Happy Hour from 4:30 to 6:30

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
    Happy Hour Just Got Happier! Now from 4:30 - 6:30 Mondays - Fridays, featuring select $6 tapas, $5 Montaditos, and discounted Meat & Cheese Boards! From the bar we have $5 glasses of sangria, $7 glasses of draft wine, and select $8 cocktails. View the menu here: https://www.amadarestaurant.com/uploads/14095607.07.22AMADAHH.pdf
    Weekday Happy Hour from 4:30 to 6:30 photo
  • Tapas y Vinos

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 4:00 pm - 8:45 pm
    Come join us for our Sunday evening special, featuring select favorite tapas at $6 each and select bottles of wine half off! View the menu at: https://www.amadarestaurant.com/uploads/11205505.24.24AmadaTapasyVinoMenu.pdf

    Tapas y Vinos photo

What 8,774 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Amada PHL shines with its "fantastic food," "excellent service," and vibrant atmosphere, making it a favorite for Spanish tapas enthusiasts. Highlights include the chef's tasting menu, "bacon-wrapped dates," and attentive staff like Cory and Bobby. While some find it noisy, its "authentic Spanish experience" and "stellar" offerings make it a must-visit.
8,774 Reviews
  1. Flora VIP

    Philadelphia20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The tapas dishes we shared were delicious, really excellent. Our server was friendly and attentive without hovering. My only concern is the noise level. It was extremely difficult to hold a conversation across the table.
    Amada PHLResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for dining with us at Amada. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the tapas dishes! Your feedback regarding the noise level is truly appreciated, and we understand how important it is to be able to enjoy good conversation along with your meal. We will certainly share your comments with our team as we continuously work to enhance the dining experience.

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  2. Meghan

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A delicious restaurant the service is fantastic and really just makes you feel special
    Amada PHLResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re truly delighted to know you enjoyed your experience with us. It’s always our goal to provide delicious food and exceptional service that makes every guest feel special.

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  3. John

    Philadelphia1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. Our waitress was good but she did not meet the standard that was set with the food and atmosphere.
    Amada PHLResponded 3 days ago
    We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and atmosphere, as we take great pride in both. However, we appreciate your honesty regarding the service. It’s important to us that every part of your visit matches the standard we strive to uphold, and we’ll be sure to share your feedback with our team.

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  4. Alfred

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great family birthday celebration. Got to taste lots of dishes. Everyone ordered two plates. Started with the charcuterie, it came out fast and helped give us time to decide on our other plates. Service was excellent. Risotto and Ensalada Verde are a must. Shrimp app is spicy! Still thinking about the Pernil Asada and Wagyu steak.
    Amada PHLResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for celebrating with us! We’re so glad to hear your family enjoyed the evening and had the chance to sample so many of our dishes. We’re thrilled the service helped make the night special, and we love hearing the Pernil Asada and Wagyu steak left a lasting impression. We look forward to welcoming you all back for another great meal!

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  5. Katie

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner. However, we began talking to our neighbors at the next table over who were celebrating their 1 year wedding anniversary. Before we left I covertly asked the waiter to bring me a check for a round of their drinks so they had a fun surprise at the end of their meal. Well, we ended up meeting the couple at a bar later in the evening and they had NO IDEA we had paid for their 1st round at Amada. The waiter said he comped it because it was their anniversary. I find this very off putting as the waiter or kitchen had also messed up their paella order and it had to be remade. He used my kindness to make that couples night to his advantage to get a better tip. Love Amada - hate that behavior. Makes me sad but glad we reconnected with the couple so they knew who it was really from.
    Amada PHLResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share this with us. What you did was incredibly thoughtful, and it’s unfortunate that your gesture didn’t reach them as intended. That’s not the experience we want any of our guests to have, and we completely understand how upsetting that must have felt. We will be sharing this feedback with our team to ensure situations like this are handled with the care and integrity they deserve. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon and restore your full confidence in us.

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  6. Michaela

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is wonderful, and it came out fast! Highly recommend the patatas bravas, cheese plate, and my boyfriend absolutely loved the steak!
    Amada PHLResponded 3 days ago
    We’re so glad to hear you both enjoyed the evening with us at Amada! The patatas bravas and cheese plate are always a hit, and we’re thrilled the steak was a favorite as well. We look forward to welcoming you back.

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  7. Steve VIP

    Philadelphia8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish was a masterpiece. To start, we had the bacon wrapped dates (my server insisted that I'd love them although I'm not a dates fan), which was a perfect balance of flavors and textures. They were incredibly delicious. TheLolly Pop Lamb Chops was the highlight of the meal—cooked to perfection, with each bite better than the last. The flavors were bold and fresh, showcasing the chef's commitment to quality ingredients and expert preparation. We had a recommended Spanish wine that was also incredible. The service was attentive and also terrific. Great dining experience at Amada. BTW, I've been there before and insist that lamb lolly pops are best in Philly
    Amada PHLResponded on 11 March 2025
    We're delighted to hear that every dish impressed you and that you took a chance on the bacon-wrapped dates! It's an honor to be your go-to spot for the best lamb lolly pops in Philly. We also appreciate your praise for our attentive service. We look forward to welcoming you back to Amada for another exceptional meal!

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  8. Aslam

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent, which it always is at Garces restaurants, but the service was above and beyond this visit. My waiter, Alex, was very helpful with making decisions on what to eat and drink, he was very knowledgeable of the menu, and steered us in the right direction every time. Highly suggest the lamb turnovers and the squid ink paella, they were absolute highlights of the evening. And if you like mushrooms, the mushrooms were almost played a starring role even alongside all those meats and seafood.
    Amada PHLResponded on 11 March 2025
    We're delighted to hear that your experience was exceptional, both in food and service. It’s fantastic that Alex provided such knowledgeable and attentive service, helping to guide your selections. The lamb turnovers and squid ink paella are certainly standout dishes, and we’re glad you enjoyed them. We love that the mushrooms left such an impression as well! We appreciate your recommendation.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The host was incredible, they were so thoughtful and made sure our special request came true. We have a menu to frame for our dining room wall. The servers were delightful and our food and drinks were delicious. Thank you for a wonderful brunch experience.
    Amada PHLResponded on 11 March 2025
    We’re thrilled to hear that our host made your special request a reality and that you now have a menu to frame as a keepsake! We truly appreciate you choosing to spend your brunch with us at Amada and look forward to welcoming you back for another incredible meal!

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  10. Kevin

    Key West7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have eaten here several times and each time enjoyed my dining experience.
    Amada PHLResponded on 6 March 2025
    Thank you for your continued support! We're delighted to hear that you've enjoyed your dining experiences with us and look forward to serving you again!

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FAQs

Amada PHL offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 625-2450.

Amada PHL is rated 4.7 stars by 8774 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 51 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Amada PHL

217-19 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Chestnut Street between 2nd & 3rd
  • Area
    Old City
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–6:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Septa 21, 42Septa Market Frankford Line - 2nd Street
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jose Garces
  • Entertainment
    If you book a private event at Amada, our event coordinators can provide you with unique entertainment options for your party.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy Chef Garces’ famed Andalusian tapas in a sultry, rustic-chic setting. Choose from a private dining room, a semi-secluded lounge, group tables in the main dining room, or a combination.
  • Private party contact
    Event Coordinator: (267) 284-7950
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