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La Famiglia Ristorante, Philadelphia, PA

La Famiglia Ristorante

4.8
4.8
2103 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
The Sena family tradition of culinary excellence dates back to early 1947 when Carlo “Papa” Sena began to cook in postwar Naples. The family carried this experience across the Atlantic and opened La Famiglia in 1976 in the shell of a Colonial tea warehouse. Today, La Famiglia stands as the finest Italian restaurant in Philadelphia and a major landmark on the city’s vibrant restaurant scene.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 922-2803
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Gino Sena
  • Private party facilities
    La Famiglia can accommodate large parties of 10 or more. Please contact the restaurant for further information.

What 2,103 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Philadelphia County

    Great for fine wines

  • Philadelphia County

    Italian

  • Philadelphia

    Best Overall

  • Philadelphia

    Best Service

  • Philadelphia

    Great for fine wines

  • Philadelphia

    Romantic

  • Philadelphia

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Famiglia Ristorante offers a "lovely experience" with "amazing food" and "wonderful atmosphere." Known for its "old world charm" and "impeccable service," it consistently delivers "excellent dining experiences." Perfect for special occasions, its "delicious food" and "extensive wine list" make it a "top-notch" choice.

2,103 Reviews
  1. David

    Philadelphia

    497 reviews

    5.0

    497 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The OG Italian fine dining experience in Philly. In a city that has so many stellar dining options, the fact that this still exists after 50 years says it all. Best tartufo in the city too (possibly anywhere).

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  2. Tricia

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Upon arrival, the restaurant was empty yet they moved us upstairs, which was also empty and seated us next to a closet which several employees needed to use while we were sitting. This made absolutely no sense to us since the restaurant was empty and when I tell you, the closet was so close to us that my date had to continuously move his chair for them to be able to get into the closet to use it. It just was insane to me. As for the food, we ordered the cheese and meat board  which had some of the best meat and cheese I ever had but could’ve used some fresh ingredients like fruit or something. My date had a pasta dish that was some sort of green sauce and it was just OK. He got the lamb chop which he said was excellent and I got the filet mignon that  I asked for it to be medium rare, and it was medium and dry. I should know better than to order a steak in Italian restaurant.  Overall, the service was very attentive and at one point we did finally move our table and we were glad that they allowed us to do that.  The drinks from the bar were good, but not great.  Overall the restaurant was pretty on the inside, and the waiter was very professional but the food wasn’t our favorite and we will likely not return.

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  3. Joseph

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This one of me and my wife's favorite Italian restaurants. It is small, quiet, and beautiful. The food is outstanding and the service is some of the best that we have encountered.

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  4. Toriano

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible experience, I went on a Saturday sat upstairs near the window, with a great view of the bridge that was lit up green (go bird) . I proposed to my now fiancé at the restaurant. The staff went above and beyond to help me with that . By making a beautiful dessert and putting. The ring in the middle Treated us so well . even filmed the proposal on there personal phone and air dropped it to me to capture the moment . Also put a napkin down for me when I got down on one knee. Gave us complementary Champagne from the owner to celebrate the engagment . Also at the end gave us a tour of the wine cellar. And as me and my fiancé walked out each employee even down stairs who never even waited on us said congratulations!! Truly an amazing experience I will be back.

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  5. Peter

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Without a doubt one of the best restaurants in Philadelphia. It’s no wonder that they are still great for 50 years

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  6. Kathy

    Coastal Georgia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were there for a friend's birthday. Staff were so attentive and extremely personable. Food was outstanding.

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  7. Marissa

    Atlantic City

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for restaurant week. The Food was Delicious. The ambience and service was Great. We left very happy and satisfied.

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  8. Darrah

    Mississippi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and wonderful atmosphere. It is a beautiful restaurant.

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  9. marcy

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love La Famiglia! One of our favorite restaurants. Celebrated our friend’s 80th birthday. Just wonderful evening!😘

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  10. Foodie

    Atlantic City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I hadn’t been there in many years. We went for restaurant week. Many restaurants t week participants try to talk you into the regular menu. But that didn’t happen. We were not rushed at all. The food and value were great. Definitely would recommend!

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La Famiglia Ristorante is rated 4.8 stars by 2103 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for La Famiglia Ristorante

8 South Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Front and Market street
  • Area
    Old City
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking meters in front of the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gino Sena
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (215) 922-2803
  • Private party facilities
    La Famiglia can accommodate large parties of 10 or more. Please contact the restaurant for further information.
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