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AMINA, Philadelphia, PA

AMINA

4.6
4.6
1346 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 40 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
Owner Felicia Wilson and Chef Partner Darryl Harmon, who hails from Gouldstown, NJ in Cumberland County, which is considered the oldest black community in the U.S., is an award-winning chef for The Lure Group in New York City. He previously served as the Executive Chef at the Water Works Restaurant in Philadelphia between 2007 and 2012.


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (267) 324-3745
  • Website
    http://www.aminaphilly.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Darryl Harmon

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Menu

Starters

  • Amina Seafood Plateau

    Oysters, Chilled Shrimp, Local Clams, Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail, Poached Maine Lobster, Tabasco, red currant mignonette, yellow chili cocktail sauce, key lime aioli

    • M/P

  • Deviled EggsUSD 10.00

    Smoked paprika, micro arugula

    • Black Eye Pea HummusUSD 10.00

      Smoked paprika oil, crispy organic carrot chips

      • Peri Peri WingsUSD 15.00

        Burnt end baby veggies, blue cheese foam

        • Fried Catfish Hush PuppiesUSD 18.00

          Spicy remoulade

          • Pan Seared ScallopsUSD 18.00

            Fried green tomatoes, southern street corn, sweet corn creme brûlée

            • Clams CasinoUSD 15.00

              Candied beef bacon, sweet peppers, toasted cornbread crumbs

              • Cheesesteak BeignetsUSD 12.00

                Wit' charred onions & sweet peppers, signature cheese fondue, white cheddar dust, spicy ketchup

                • Buttermilk BiscuitsUSD 7.00

                  sea salt butter, strawberry-rhubarb jam

                  • JalapeñO-Cheddar CornbreadUSD 7.00

                    Sorghum butter

                    Soups & Salads

                    • Flaming Lobster BisqueUSD 18.00

                      Ignited cognac splash, micro chive

                      • Chicken & DumplingsUSD 17.00

                        Pulled chicken lollipops, petite veggies

                        • Black Kale SaladUSD 17.00

                          Smoky blue cheese, heirloom radish, picked red onions, watermelon vinaigrette

                          • Caesar SaladUSD 16.00

                            Grilled gem lettuce, shaved Parmigiana Reggiano, lemon peppercorn dressing, crispy

                            Sandwiches

                            • Nigerian Hot ChickenUSD 18.00

                              Bread & butter pickles, rainbow slaw, peanut butter, brioche roll

                              • Amina Dry-Aged BurgerUSD 20.00

                                Pimento cheese, candied beef bacon, caramelized onions, watercress, secret sauce, brioche roll

                                • Every Day Friendsgiving Turkey BurgerUSD 20.00

                                  Cornbread stuffing, cranberry-orange relish, Brussels sprout slaw, gravy, tater tot bun

                                  • Southern Fried Whiting FishUSD 19.00

                                    Lettuce, tomato, house-made tartar sauce, brioche roll

                                    • Shrimp Po'boy Cheese SteakUSD 22.00

                                      Certified Angus Beef rib eye steak, signature cheese fondue, lettuce, tomato, secret sauce topped with crispy shrimp, Amoroso hoagie roll

                                      House Specialties

                                      • All Natural Fried Chicken BucketUSD 26.00

                                        Buttermilk biscuits, sweet n' sassy sauce

                                        • Smothered Turkey WingsUSD 26.00

                                          Petite vegetable ragout, heirloom radish, demi glacé de poulet

                                          • Braised OxtailsUSD 28.00

                                            morel mushroom demi-glacé, baby mache salad, crispy onions

                                            • Certified Angus Beef NY StripUSD 45.00

                                              Torched bone marrow butter

                                              • Pan Seared SalmonUSD 28.00

                                                Fennel confit, grain mustard marmalade

                                                • Soft Pretzel Dusted Fish N' ChipsUSD 29.00

                                                  Crispy whiting, assorted marble potato chips, grain mustard tartar sauce

                                                  • Nola Style GumboUSD 30.00

                                                    Ansel Mills Gold Carolina Rice, wild caught shrimp, crab, oysters, chicken wings, spicy beef sausage in a rich thicken broth

                                                    • Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes

                                                      King crab, Ol' Fuskie crab fried rice, Meyer lemon cloud

                                                      • M/P

                                                    • Grilled Lamb T-Bone Steak TowerUSD 40.00

                                                      Hibiscus gastrique, succotash, pistachio brittle dust

                                                      • Southern Hot Fried CauliflowerUSD 24.00

                                                        Aged Tabasco butter sauce, rainbow slaw

                                                        Main Sides

                                                        • Collard GreensUSD 10.00

                                                          Braised with smoked turkey & potlikker

                                                          • Candied Yam PuréeUSD 10.00

                                                            Toasted marshmallow, Teddy Grahams

                                                            • Crispy Brussels SproutsUSD 10.00

                                                              Maple aioli, crispy shallots

                                                              • Lobster Pomme MousseUSD 16.00

                                                                • Mac N' CheeseUSD 12.00

                                                                  • Fried CabbageUSD 6.00

                                                                    • Grilled AsparagusUSD 10.00

                                                                      • Fingerling Potato SaladUSD 6.00

                                                                        • Hand-Cut FriesUSD 8.00

                                                                          Sweets

                                                                          • Strawberry Short CakeUSD 12.00

                                                                            Warm signature biscuits, macerated strawberries, fresh whipped cream

                                                                            • Warm Peach CobblerUSD 12.00

                                                                              White peach ice cream, cinnamon brown butter glaze

                                                                              • Banana PuddingUSD 12.00

                                                                                Vanilla wafer dust, fresh berries

                                                                                • Birthday Pound CakeUSD 20.00

                                                                                  Chocolate Buttercream icing

                                                                                  Last updated: 7 May 2022

                                                                                  What 1,346 people are saying

                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                  4.6
                                                                                  4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                  • 4.6Food
                                                                                  • 4.6Service
                                                                                  • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                  • 4.4Value

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                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                  Amina, nestled in Old Town Philadelphia, promises a delightful soul food experience with "flavorful dishes" and a "warm atmosphere." Guests rave about the "delicious food," including standout items like oxtails and cheesesteak beignets. The service is often praised as "attentive and welcoming." Some reviews note occasional service delays, but the overall dining experience remains positively memorable.

                                                                                  1,346 Reviews

                                                                                  1. Tracy

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The food, ambiance are amazing! Highly recommend the oxtails, sweet potatoes & lamb lollipops, delicious! We will definitely be back to try more dishes.

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                                                                                  2. Ebony

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Perfect ! Brunch was amazing. Great service. I love this place. Going to try the different locations of theirs.

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                                                                                  3. Alison

                                                                                    Tampa

                                                                                    73 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    73 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    I'm gonna start with on negative. There's no waiting area. It's a small restaurant with a small vestibule. When my party of 4 arrived, we had nowhere to stand. However, the hostess promptly got a table for us even though we were a few minutes early. The chairs were super comfy and plush. The atmosphere was jumping as it was Saturday night. We ordered cheesesteak beignets and lima bean hummus- both were delicious and did not last more than a few minutes on our table. We had smothered turkey wings with a gravy that was to die for delicious. All the sides - yams, brussel sprouts, and collards were so good. We also ordered piri piri wings and that sauce was so unique. Different than your typical bar wings. Service was excellent- the wait staff were on top on everything. Our came out so hot that we had to wait a minute to eat it. Can't say enough great things about this place! Hope to go back soon.

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                                                                                  4. James

                                                                                    Jacksonville

                                                                                    19 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    19 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    We are huge foodies and have thoroughly explored the Philly food scene. Amina was excellent. The vibe, food and service was over the top. We sat at the bar where Carl provided amazing service. We had the greens, cornbread and beef rib. Huge portions and some of the best Southern food we’ve ever had in a restaurant (we lived in the deep South for 15 years). Highly recommend. We will certainly be back to try other selections on their menu.

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                                                                                  5. Beth

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    As always the ambiance is great and the food delicious. The staff are always amazing.

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                                                                                  6. BASHIR

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The service and food were great. The portion was perfect.

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                                                                                  7. Latoya

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Great food, service, price and experience. I would definitely return to this restaurant.

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                                                                                  8. Britt

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    5 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 11 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Never a bad experience. Love the food every time.

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                                                                                  9. Taliba

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Food was excellent and our waitress was attentive and very kind. We will definitely be returning

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                                                                                  10. Andre'

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 7 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                    It was a wonderful experience 💪🏾 I definitely recommend it to everyone

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                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                  AMINA offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (267) 324-3745.

                                                                                  AMINA is rated 4.6 stars by 1346 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                  Make a booking

                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                  7:00 pm
                                                                                  Booked 40 times today

                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                  Google Map for AMINA

                                                                                  104 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3009

                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                    Old City
                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                    Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                    Contemporary Southern, American, Seafood
                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                    Casual Dining
                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                    Casual Dress
                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                    Street Parking
                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                    Chef Darryl Harmon
                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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