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Continental Midtown, Philadelphia, PA
Continental Midtown, Philadelphia, PA
Continental Midtown, Philadelphia, PA
Continental Midtown, Philadelphia, PA
Continental Midtown, Philadelphia, PA

Continental Midtown

4.6
4.6
2732 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm

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Three full stories of fun await you at the Continental Mid-town. Whether you’re relaxing in the lounge, swinging in a basket chair on the jet-set mezzanine or taking in the night along the airy rooftop patio, it’s a total reprieve from the expected. The mouth-watering menu features bold and eclectic flavors, from signature jumbo lump crab pad thai and Szechuan shoestring fries to playful spins like cheesesteak eggrolls and French onion soup dumplings. Expertly mixed pop and retro cocktails ensure there’s something for everyone to sip on, no matter the occasion.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 567-1800
  • Website
    http://www.continentalmidtown.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Steven Petrecca
  • Private party facilities
    An urban oasis for you and your guests, the Continental Mid-town offers a playful reprieve from the expected. Enjoy inventive cocktails and global tapas in our largest restaurant to date which features a dramatic two-story atrium and lounge that will make even the most stoic smile. Breathtaking views are visible from Philadelphia’s premier rooftop bar, lounge and outdoor patio. We have lots of great options for your next event:Main Dining Room available for up to 36 guestsSemi-private Mezzanine Lounge - 45 ReceptionSemi-private Mezzanine - 100 Seated / 150 ReceptionPrivate Indoor/Outdoor Roof Deck - 46 Seated / 80 Reception (120 including outside)Restaurant Exclusively (first two floors) - 200 Seated / 300 Reception
  • Location
    1801 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-3712
  • Area
    Center City
  • Cross Street
    S 18th Street
  • Parking details
    SP+ Parking // 36 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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What 2,732 people are saying

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

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  • Philadelphia County

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  • Philadelphia

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Continental Midtown is a vibrant and eclectic dining spot in Philly, featuring "delicious food" and a "fun atmosphere." Known for its unique swinging chairs and retro decor, guests enjoy a varied menu with standout dishes like Korean Fried Chicken and Cheesesteak Egg Rolls. Service is "excellent," making it a "must stop."
2,732 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Music was loud, service was slow. Took 10 minutes after seated to get a waiter. Tried a few cocktails wasn’t impressed. The food was phenomenal though, and the swing chairs are the star of the show. A good place to go if you don’t mind a louder ambience. Will probably return

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve been to this restaurant many times before and have always enjoyed the food, but this visit was disappointing. When a dish passed by our table for another guest, I noticed an unpleasant smell but assumed it was something else in the environment. However, when our appetizer—the French Onion Soup Dumplings—arrived, it had the same off-putting aroma. Unfortunately, the taste didn’t make up for it. The food overall was overly salty, seemingly heavy-handed with soy sauce, which overpowered the flavors. It feels like there was once an incredible chef with great ideas, but the execution has slipped. The consistency I’ve come to expect just wasn’t there this time. That said, the service was friendly, and I appreciate our waitress’s attentiveness. I’m hoping this was just an off night, as I’ve had much better experiences in the past.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it there. Waiter was super nice. I didn’t realize Continental was a fine dining establishment, its really nice in there. I’ve been a few times.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love it here. Great food and great atmosphere. The Korean Fried Chicken is incredible, as is their Continental Salad.

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  5. Brittany

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great. Service was poor. We were seated in the corner with the sun beaming in. Although friendly, our server seldomly checked on us. At one point, we had to get up to look for her so we could pay our check.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time at Continental Mid-Town. The ambience and service were great. The food was delicious.

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  7. Marcy

    Poconos

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was good! My daughter asked about spaghetti with the chicken parm. I mean who serves chicken parm without pasta. They wanted to charge $6 for pasta. I can buy 2 boxes of pasta for $6. The chicken parm was $26. She ended up not ordering it.

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  8. Jean

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love Continental. Service is excellent and food is great. If you have mobility problems you may want to confirm before your visit due to multi-levels

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  9. Christopher

    VIP

    New York City

    176 reviews

    2.0

    176 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was not good. All very salty and came out at all different times. Would not return.

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  10. Pierre

    VIP

    Seattle

    46 reviews

    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    we were a group of 10 for lunch, it was a good experience overall. everyone enjoyed their food and drinks

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FAQs

Continental Midtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 567-1800.

Continental Midtown is rated 4.6 stars by 2732 OpenTable diners.

Continental Midtown does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Booked 153 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Continental Midtown

1801 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-3712

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    S 18th Street
  • Area
    Center City
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    SP+ Parking // 36 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Steven Petrecca
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Website
    http://www.continentalmidtown.com/
  • Phone number
    (215) 567-1800
  • Private party facilities
    An urban oasis for you and your guests, the Continental Mid-town offers a playful reprieve from the expected. Enjoy inventive cocktails and global tapas in our largest restaurant to date which features a dramatic two-story atrium and lounge that will make even the most stoic smile. Breathtaking views are visible from Philadelphia’s premier rooftop bar, lounge and outdoor patio. We have lots of great options for your next event:Main Dining Room available for up to 36 guestsSemi-private Mezzanine Lounge - 45 ReceptionSemi-private Mezzanine - 100 Seated / 150 ReceptionPrivate Indoor/Outdoor Roof Deck - 46 Seated / 80 Reception (120 including outside)Restaurant Exclusively (first two floors) - 200 Seated / 300 Reception

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