Relic on State Street

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   Edward

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   So get this. Last time we were at Relic we met the Chef at the bar after dinner. I asked if he ever had escargots as a special and he told me to let him know when we’d be back and he’d have escargots for us. When I booked a table next time, I mentioned this in the opentable comments section. When we arrived, the hostess let us know that Chef made escargots for us !!! It was phenomenal and unique. Relic is a gem !!
   

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   Mark

   Philadelphia

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   Great place to have a well prepared meal, in a cozy historic setting.
   

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   Kathy

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   21 reviews

   5.0

   21 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   First time here. Outstanding experience. Had the burrata appetizer and halibut entree- both were fantastic.
   

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   Diane

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   58 reviews

   2.0

   58 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   The ambiance and service were very good. The food was marginal. We had the ribeye which was very fatty and the filet which was ok. Both very over salted The most disappointing is that there is no wine list!! A few bottles that the server could tell us about ‘verbally’ with no details. Very dissapointed and would likely not return especially given the other great restaurants in the area
   

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   Marc

   VIP

   New York City

   29 reviews

   5.0

   29 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Relic was beautifully decorated for the holidays, warm and welcoming. Drinks and food were excellent as always. Always have a great experience when we dine there! The bar is fun too!
   

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   David

   Philadelphia

   12 reviews

   2.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on 14 December 2024

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

   Very disappointed in the food, service and lack of management visibility. It started when we tried to order a bottle of wine but there was no bottle list available and our server, who appeared to be new and untrained, went to the bar to find out what wines were available and came came back with 3 or 4 red wine selections but did not know the vintage or any of the prices. We ended up ordering a glass of wine and cocktail which were fine. Had a crab bisque appetizer which was good. We ordered a center cut filet, a fish special and two sides. The fish special was fine. The filet was cooked medium as ordered but was dry and had a texture of a chuck roast. The taste and texture was unlike any other filet I had and was not enjoyable. I ended up sending it back. The server was very apologetic and spoke to the chef who offered to make a new steak. At that point it was late in our meal and I declined. She said she would have the manager come over but we never spoke to a manager. Also, the truffle fries were very disappointing. The fries served are not hand cut potatoes, and essentially the same type of fries served at Burger King (coated fries) with very little truffle and seasoning. With so many choices in the Newtown area I doubt that we will be back.
   

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   Steve

   New York City

   15 reviews

   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on 8 December 2024

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

   Great service and food! The brunch was terrific with delicious choices and cocktails!
   

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   Steve

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   12 reviews

   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on 8 December 2024

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

   Amazing as always! Great staff, fantastic food! The prawns app and the pork chop main are my go to and never disappoints!!
   

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   Joseph

   New York City

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on 7 December 2024

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

   GREAT service, amazing drinks and thoroughly yummy dinner. The black decor, linens and flatware were a bit overwhelming.
   

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    Gina

    New York City

    106 reviews

    4.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

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

    Very charming restaurant, we loved the ambience and service was friendly and attentive. Food was a bit of hit or miss, some dishes were good others barely warm and oily. Wine list is limited. Overall did not quite live up to the expectations.
    

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