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a.kitchen

$31 to $50

French American

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2 people

27 Mar 2025

20:00

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Great for creative cocktails
Innovative

a.kitchen, situated in Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square, is a French-inspired American restaurant led by Executive Chef Eli Collins. The bistro-style menu offers everything from small plates to more traditional lunch and dinner options. Known for its innovative wine list, a.kitchen is a top destination for natural and terroir-driven wines from regions around the world. Reservations are available for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Adjacent to a.kitchen, a.bar offers a cocktail-focused experience along with a menu of snacks, burgers, salads, and seasonal dishes. Guests of Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square can also enjoy in-suite dining for a more private experience.

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Executive chef: Chef Eli Collins

James Beard Award2023

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard Award-winning restaurateur Ellen Yin's beloved bistro remains one of the best restaurants in Philly for French small plates and outstanding wine. For more than a decade, the gougeres, chicken liver pate, and smoked duck breast have been getting cozy in a candlelit space on historic Rittenhouse Square. The wine list is not to be missed—it's a Wine Enthusiast favorite and multi-semifinalist for James Beard's outstanding wine category.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French American, Dining Bar, Bistro
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Tue–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(215) 825-7030
Website
http://www.akitchenandbar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
a.kitchen and a.bar are available for private functions. Contact the restaurant by emailing harry.jamison@highsthospitality.com
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
135 S 18th St, 0, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5228
Award-winning
1. James Beard Award 2023
Area
Center City
Cross Street
18th & Walnut St.
Parking details
Parking available in local garages. No Valet available. Central Parking System – 1616 Sansom Street Parkway Corporation – 1845 Walnut Street Central Parking System – 201 South 18th Street Priority Parking – 1710 Chancellor Street
Public transit
Bus: Route 21, 42- 18th and Walnut; Route 17- 20th & Walnut; Route 2: 16th and Walnut SEPTA Orange/ Broad Street lines: Walnut-Locust station SEPTA Blue/ Market-Frankford line: City Hall Station SEPTA Regional Rail lines: Suburban Station
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

Vine-yl Night Vol. XIX
29 Apr 2025 only
Vine-yl Night Vol. XIX is here! We're welcoming Chef Kevin McWilliams from Laurel located in South Philly on East Passyunk Ave. Kevin is a 2024 StarChefs Rising Star and has worked in kitchens at Kensington Quarters, River Twice, and Lacroix before settling in as Chef de Cuisine at Laurel. Chefs Eli and Kevin will be transforming the menu into one you'd find in a Parisian wine bar. Our wine program will be taken over by Tom Caruso and Sydney Adams of Pray Tell Winery. They've been totally crushing the Philly wine scene. Guest DJ set provided by Bruce Warren of WXPN radio. Bruce has been DJing for over 30+ years and will be bringing a whole case of 45s to spin. Additional music provided by our resident DJ and sometimes Wine Director, Frank Kinyon.

What 2,151 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

A.kitchen in Philadelphia consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and service." Guests rave about the "creative menu" and "delicious cocktails." The ambiance is both "calm and elevated," making it perfect for any occasion, while attentive staff ensure a seamless visit. A.kitchen is a must-visit gem!

2,151 Reviews

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Faith VIP
Philadelphia29 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience as always!!!! Loved everything. Exceptional service, especially at the bar before dinner, too.
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Dana VIP
London35 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food! Noise made it a bit hard to hear each other.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food, some new experiences. excellent service. Will be back.
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Joseph
Philadelphia11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had a great meal at a.kitchen. We were seated promptly. Food was superb and service was equally superb. My only objection was the noise level. It's a small space with an open kitchen, and there's a lot going. Regardless, we'll definitely return.
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Pamela VIP
Philadelphia85 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely favorite place. this meal was ruined by way too much salt.
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Christopher VIP
Gold Coast3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding all across the board. It was such a great experience!
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David
Unspecified3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a wonderful and special restaurant. We love the food and ambiance. The service is friendly but highly professional. There are great wines by the glass, and my wife. loves the cocktails. When we are just the two ofsit at the chef's counter, but the intimate dining room is also lovely.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal, great ambiance and great service! Elizabeth was super helpful navigating my dietary restrictions and allergies. A.kitchen is my go to place
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Gopal
Philadelphia8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was great, and the food was even better! They were able to accommodate dietary restrictions, and had our table ready for us.
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Suzanne VIP
Coastal Georgia8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is my second time to a.kitchen in as many months. The food did not disappoint. I had the grilled cheese with tomato soup and it was fantastic. This is becoming my go to for Sunday brunch
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a.kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 2151 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

27 Mar 2025

20:00

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

135 S 18th St, 0, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5228

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. James Beard Award 2023
Cross Street
18th & Walnut St.
Area
Center City
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Tue–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French American, Dining Bar, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking available in local garages. No Valet available. Central Parking System – 1616 Sansom Street Parkway Corporation – 1845 Walnut Street Central Parking System – 201 South 18th Street Priority Parking – 1710 Chancellor Street
Public transit
Bus: Route 21, 42- 18th and Walnut; Route 17- 20th & Walnut; Route 2: 16th and Walnut SEPTA Orange/ Broad Street lines: Walnut-Locust station SEPTA Blue/ Market-Frankford line: City Hall Station SEPTA Regional Rail lines: Suburban Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.akitchenandbar.com/
Phone number
(215) 825-7030
Private party facilities
a.kitchen and a.bar are available for private functions. Contact the restaurant by emailing harry.jamison@highsthospitality.com

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Vine-yl Night Vol. XIX

Menu

BREAKFAST

RITTENHOUSE BREAKFAST US$16.00

FRENCH OMELETTE US$16.00

CORNMEAL PANCAKES US$14.00

BACON, EGG + CHEESE SANDWICHUS$12.00

OATMEAL US$12.00

YOGURT + CRANBERRY GRANOLAUS$7.00

HOME FRIES US$6.00

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