Petunia

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   First time trying this restaurant & had a wonderful evening. I had salmon and he had the venison bolognese - both were delicious! My salmon came with a sun dried tomato risotto which was so good and complimented the salmon perfectly! For appetizers we chose the evening special which was stuffed shells (3) and Cesar salad. Our waitress split the salad for us in the kitchen which we appreciated. The shells were very good. We didn’t enjoy the Cesar was as we prefer a creamy dressing and this was served with a vinegary oil based dressing. Honestly, it tasted like something out of a bottle. Next time we will get the ricotta meatballs or the wedge salad. Ambience was very nice - small and cozy - not rushed. Our waitress Misty was exceptional. Welcomed us as first timers and spent time chatting, making us feel welcome. I would have rated higher (4.5) but the system doesn’t allow for half stars. Overall highly recommend and we will be back with friends.
   

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   Terri

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   39 reviews

   5.0

   39 reviews

   Dined on 23 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was outstanding! Our waitress was also very knowledgeable about the food and very friendly and personable. We will definitely return! 
   

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   Jennifer

   Philadelphia

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Love the decor and vibe. Pasta was delicious and a generous portion. Perfect for a friend’s dinner before a concert at Sperlak Barn.
   

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   Terri

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   61 reviews

   5.0

   61 reviews

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had our valentines dinner. Was 5 course. Great value. Food was top notch! Love this restaurant.
   

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   Rosanne

   VIP

   Atlantic City

   94 reviews

   5.0

   94 reviews

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was our first time dining at Petunia's. We went on Valentine's Day. They had a prefixed special 5 course menu. Everything was delicious. The restaurant had a warm & cozy atmosphere. The servers were fun, friendly, and very attentive. Looking forward to going back soon. Thank you Jessica , our server, and Ashley & Nick for a memorable evening ! ❤️
   

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   Jeanine

   New Jersey

   6 reviews

   2.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 14 February 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   My husband and I recently dined at Petunia for the five-course Valentine’s Day dinner, and we were quite disappointed with our experience. Upon arrival, we were served the charcuterie board, and the server mentioned that she would bring sharing plates. However, instead of the plates, we received an ice bucket for our water, which we had not requested. Consequently, we had to eat directly from the serving platter, as the plates never arrived. The pacing of the meal was notably rushed. Before we could finish the first course, our salads were brought out. As I attempted to enjoy my salad, the third course was served, and our salads were removed due to lack of space on the table. Despite requesting a pause between courses, this seemed to go unheeded, as the main course was presented before we had a chance to finish the third course. Regrettably, the quality of the main course—filet mignon—was below expectations. The cut of meat was subpar, with significant gristle, resembling something one might find at a low end casual chain restaurant. Overall, we experienced four courses within a mere 40 minutes, which felt excessively hurried, especially given that there were several open tables in the restaurant at that time. This was particularly disheartening as this dinner was not only a Valentine’s celebration but also one of our last outings before my husband begins several months of chemotherapy. I must note that this location previously housed another restaurant from the same group that struggled to meet customer expectations. It appears that lessons have not been learned from that experience.
   

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   Michael

   Baltimore

   3 reviews

   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 31 January 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Some of the meals were just okay. We had 6:30 reservations and at the end of the meal they sold out of dessert options.
   

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   Jennifer

   Atlantic City

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 29 January 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   First time there, will not be the last. Very good experience with well crafted plates. Often places are heavy handed with sauces, seasonings, etc, thinking more is better. Petunia gets it just right, wonderful flavor without the overuse of needless elements.
   

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   Kathryn

   Washington DC

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 29 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent food and great service! Cozy, attractive decor…a lovely experience from start (wedge salad) to main course and dessert (tasty crème brûlée).
   

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    Terry

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    This was my 2nd dining experience at Petunia and my husband’s 1st. Just as my first time, it was excellent. I love the service and the atmosphere. The food was amazing. I had the lemon herb salmon and my husband had the beef tenderloin, which he was so excited to have the oyster mushrooms! We will definitely be back soon!
    

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