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Dolce Italian - Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

Dolce Italian - Philadelphia

4.1
4.1
124 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for business meals
  • Innovative
Capturing the timeless spirit of Fellini’s 1960’s Rome, Dolce Italian truly brings ‘la dolce vita’ to life with its effortless charm and approachable sophistication. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with house-made pastas, Neapolitan-style pizzas, and other signature Italian dishes.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 608-3000
  • Website
    https://www.dolceitalianrestaurant.com/location/philadelphia/
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Book your Holiday celebrations with us! Offering a special feast of the 7 fishes dinner this Holiday season. Dolce Italian offers both private and semi private events.Please email ekeddie@dolceitalianrestaurant.com for more details.
  • Private party contact
    our Private dining coordinator : (215) 608-3000

Menu

Available Tuesday - Friday, 11:00am - 2:30pm

Antipasti

  • Hearts of RomaineUS$15.00

    focaccia croutons, parmigiano, caesar dressing

    • Baby Artichoke SaladUS$15.00

      arugula, barlotti beans, radicchio, carrots, hazelnut, lemon vinaigrette

      • Burrata & Butternut SquashUS$16.00

        burrata, prosciutto, roasted apples, butternut squash, mustard greens

        • Dolce MeatballsUS$16.00

          mozzarella, marinara, crostini

          • Beef CarpaccioUS$17.00

            apples, montasio cheese, radicchio, truffle vinaigrette

            • Ora King Salmon CrudoUS$17.00

              chiogga beets, ginger, fennel, grapefruit, radish, fresno chile

              • Chicken BrodoUS$15.00

                prosciutto tortelinni, kale, winter squash

                • Fritto MistoUS$19.00

                  cod, calamari, shrimp, mushrooms, zucchini lemon aioli, marinara

                  • Grilled OctopusUS$21.00

                    black lentil risotto, romesco sauce

                    Pizze

                    • MargheritaUS$18.00

                      fior di latte mozzarella, tomato, basil

                      • FunghiUS$19.00

                        tallegio cheese, caramelized onion, mushrooms, brussels sprouts

                        • StartufataUS$22.00

                          bianca, prosciutto, soppressata, gorgonzola dolce, truffle oil

                          Primi

                          • Spaghetti al PomodoroUS$19.00

                            tomato, basil, parmigiano

                            • Truffled Spinach Ricotta RavioliUS$21.00

                              sage, parmigiano reggiano

                              • Garganelli BologneseUS$24.00

                                braised beef, veal, pork ragu

                                Secondi

                                • Grilled Chicken SandwichUS$17.00

                                  arugula, roasted peppers, provolone cheese, pesto, french fries

                                  • 8oz Angus BurgerUS$18.00

                                    fontina, caramelized onions, lettuce, french fries

                                    • Short RibUS$35.00

                                      brussels, baby carrots, cipollini onions sweet potato, citrus gremolata

                                      • Roasted ChickenUS$28.00

                                        borlatti beans, delicata squash, escarole, herb jus

                                        • Roasted SalmonUS$30.00

                                          cherry tomato, olives, capers, rosemary lentils

                                          • Veal MilaneseUS$42.00

                                            breaded veal, endive & arugula salad, lemon, sherry vinaigrette

                                            • Steak SandwichUS$19.00

                                              caramelized onions, mushroom demi, tallegio, ciabatta, french fries

                                              Last updated: 1 April 2023

                                              What 124 people are saying

                                              Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                              4.1
                                              4.1 based on recent ratings
                                              • 4.1Food
                                              • 4.4Service
                                              • 4.1Ambience
                                              • 4Value

                                              Noise • Moderate

                                              Diners' Choice Awards

                                              • Philadelphia County

                                                Great for fine wines

                                              • Philadelphia

                                                Great for fine wines

                                              124 Reviews

                                              1. Dan

                                                VIP

                                                New York City

                                                3 reviews

                                                1.0

                                                3 reviews

                                                Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                1. Overall 1
                                                2. Food 1
                                                3. Service 1
                                                4. Ambience 1
                                                Restaurant was closed. And I got no notification or email. Just showed up to locked doors.

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                                              2. MILA

                                                New York City

                                                17 reviews

                                                4.0

                                                17 reviews

                                                Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                1. Overall 4
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                quick service - but loud in the area - good food - accomodating

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                                              3. Deanna

                                                Hawaii

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Such a wonderful experience!!! Staff was so friendly and accommodating and the food was outstanding. So were the drinks!

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                                              4. W. Stephen

                                                Chicago

                                                134 reviews

                                                1.0

                                                134 reviews

                                                Dined on 18 October 2024

                                                1. Overall 1
                                                2. Food 2
                                                3. Service 2
                                                4. Ambience 1
                                                Food was cold , table was dirty as was chair . Food was deposited and waitress became MIA .

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                                              5. Mary

                                                VIP

                                                Philadelphia

                                                92 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                92 reviews

                                                Dined on 16 October 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Consistently good food, service and beverages. Easy access to trains makes this a great spot pre or post theater.

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                                              6. ellen

                                                VIP

                                                Philadelphia

                                                42 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                42 reviews

                                                Dined on 28 September 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                The food is excellent! I had the duck and my husband ordered the veal and there was a LOT of food. Even the dessert was very, very good. I'd recommend trying the restaurant if you want great food and outstanding service. It is a bit stark inside due to the concrete/cement flooring but still worth the visit.

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                                              7. Stephanie

                                                VIP

                                                Philadelphia

                                                3 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                3 reviews

                                                Dined on 20 September 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Came for restaurant week & Dolce did not disappoint! I liked that they had good options - I understand that you typically can’t offer the full menu, but some restaurants really skimp on the menu during that week since you’re paying less. The salmon I had was cooked to perfection and the rigatoni was so flavorful! Even the bread was amazing. Service was excellent, although we went early to catch a show. I can’t speak for what it’s like with a full dinner crowd, but our server was exceptional. I had been to the W Hotel, but had never been to Dolce, but I will definitely be back!

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                                              8. John

                                                Greater Boston

                                                2 reviews

                                                4.0

                                                2 reviews

                                                Dined on 14 September 2024

                                                1. Overall 4
                                                2. Food 3
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Slightly expensive for what it was but pretty good food. Wait staff was very nice.

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                                              9. Fer

                                                Philadelphia

                                                1 review

                                                1.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined on 14 September 2024

                                                1. Overall 1
                                                2. Food 4
                                                3. Service 4
                                                4. Ambience 1
                                                The restaurant had a cigarette smell and we chose to dine somewhere else.

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                                              10. OpenTable Diner

                                                Poconos

                                                4 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                4 reviews

                                                Dined on 9 August 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Fantastic. Great meal. Flavorful, portion appropriate, and great staff

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                                              FAQs

                                              Dolce Italian - Philadelphia is rated 4.1 stars by 124 OpenTable diners.

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                                              2 people
                                              19:00
                                              Booked 1 time today
                                              Google Map for Dolce Italian - Philadelphia

                                              1439 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19110

                                              Additional information

                                              • Area
                                                Center City
                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                              • Price
                                                $50 and over
                                              • Cuisines
                                                Italian
                                              • Dining style
                                                Casual Elegant
                                              • Dress code
                                                Smart Casual
                                              • Parking details
                                                Valet available in front of W Philadelphia (next door).
                                              • Website
                                                https://www.dolceitalianrestaurant.com/location/philadelphia/
                                              • Phone number
                                                (215) 608-3000
                                              • Private party facilities
                                                Book your Holiday celebrations with us! Offering a special feast of the 7 fishes dinner this Holiday season. Dolce Italian offers both private and semi private events.Please email ekeddie@dolceitalianrestaurant.com for more details.
                                              • Private party contact
                                                our Private dining coordinator : (215) 608-3000
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