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River Twice, Philadelphia, PA
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River Twice

$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Innovative

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Randy Rucker

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard semifinalist Randy Rucker and his wife-partner Amanda Rucker opened this American gem in 2019 dedicated to spotlighting seasonal ingredients from the region. The intimate dining room feels like an extension of the open kitchen, where a four-course menu changes constantly, from sweet amalia oysters with buttermilk ponzu & trout roe to smoked steelhead trout with maple, celeriac & agretti. The results landed River Twice on the New York Times's list of the best Philadelphia restaurants.

Philosophy

Our goal is to encourage a sincere connection to the Delaware River Valley and mid-Atlantic region through the ingredients we select and the dishes we serve. A close relationship with local purveyors allows us to develop an evolving menu, making every visit a unique experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (267) 457-3698
  • Website
    http://rivertwicerestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Situated on the corner of Passyunk and Tasker in South Philadelphia, overlooking the famous ‘singing fountain’, our intimate space is perfect for your next event.
  • Private party contact
    Marissa Chirico: (267) 457-3698
  • Location
    1601 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148-1121
  • Description
    River Twice is a Modern American restaurant that celebrates the richness of our regions bounty located on East Passyunk Avenue in South Philadelphia. Our menu frequently changes to reflect the finest of what local purveyors have in season to give guests a unique experience with every visit in our intimate but casual atmosphere. Our thoughtfully curated beverage list and wine pairings coincide with our dedication to develop a sincere connection to the Delaware River Valley and mid-Atlantic region. Our intimate, window-lined dining room offers a charming view of the iconic Singing Fountain on East Passyunk Avenue. The dining room surrounds an open kitchen where you will be able to see our chefs at work.River Twice has been recognized by The Philadelphia Inquirer, The New York Times, has earned Chef Randy Rucker’s Philadelphia Magazine’s “Best Chef” and, most recently Chef Randy Rucker garnered a James Beard Award nomination in 2024 for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic.
  • Area
    South Philly
  • Cross Street
    Tasker and Passyunk Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve - Seven Course Tasting

    US$150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    We are going all out for New Years Eve! Toast to the year ahead with a complimentary pour of champagne alongside a special seven course tasting menu featuring everything you deserve to ring in 2025, caviar, uni, truffle galore! For our final seating guests will enjoy an additional complimentary caviar service to close out the year in true celebratory style Priced at $150 per person. Beverages and pairings will be available for additional purchase in house. Tax & a 20% service charge for our entire team will be included in your bill. Please note, dietary restrictions and allergies are unable to be accommodated due to the nature of the event. Tickets are final sale.
    New Year's Eve - Seven Course Tasting photo

  • Chef's Counter

    Multiple dates available
    For a truly immersive experience reserve a seat at our chef’s counter to enjoy an up-close and personal interaction with the artistry of our culinary team. Enjoy an evolving four course menu priced at $75 a person with optional additions. A la carte beverages and a tailored beverage pairing are available as well. Please note, the chefs counter is counter-height seating. Dietary restrictions must be noted ahead of booking, we are unable to accommodate vegan, dairy free or allium requests.
    Chef's Counter photo

  • Dining Room Reservation

    Multiple dates available
    Our intimate, window-lined dining room offers a charming view of the iconic Singing Fountain on East Passyunk Avenue. The space embraces an open kitchen, allowing you to witness our chefs’ craft in action. Join us for an evolving four course menu priced at $75 a person with optional additions. A la carte beverages and a tailored beverage pairing are available as well. Dietary restrictions must be noted ahead of booking, we are unable to accommodate vegan, dairy free or allium requests.
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Menu

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What 31 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Philadelphia County

    Innovative

  • Philadelphia County

    Romantic

  • Philadelphia

    Best Service

  • Philadelphia

    Best Ambience

  • Philadelphia

    Innovative

  • Philadelphia

    Romantic

  • Philadelphia

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
River Twice is a culinary gem in South Philly, offering "exceptional food and service" with a creative flair. Diners rave about the "flawless dishes" and "engaging chef's counter" experience. The $75 four-course menu is praised as a "steal," making it a must-visit for unforgettable, artful dining.

31 Reviews

  1. carole

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We felt this meal and overall experience was disappointing. Our server was snarky, there was not much in the way of personality/interaction at the chef’s counter and 3 of the 4 dishes were very salty. In addition, we went for a birthday celebration and received two messages confirming that the restaurant staff was aware of this and nothing was done to make the person celebrating feel special. It seems it was too much effort to stick a candle on a plate. I will say that the presentation of the dishes was very nice, but delivered with no flair or enthusiasm. Needless to say, we will not be returning.

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  2. Joe

    VIP

    Seattle

    68 reviews

    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The owners and staff are very welcoming. Staff takes lots of time to describe the food and wine. We know how fish should be cooked/served: moist yet fall apart with a fork. Each seafood dish met this criteria. The flavors were all wonderful but for the fist dish which I believe has a Japanese radish that was fine but a little dominating. Each dish that followed was perfect, especially the grouper. Their wine selection is wide enough to make anyone happy, and the wine prices kept in the very reasonable ranges.

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  3. Jack

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful evening at River Twice. From the warm, friendly greetings by the hostess and the wait staff, to the food itself, this all made for an excellent dinner in one of Philly's most interesting neighborhoods. The meal itself was a great value, with four noteworthy- and interesting- small courses including a terrific dessert. I also recommend the wine pairing.

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  4. ChrisG

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Killer meal! Heavy on the seafood influence which I was very happy with. Sat at the Chef's Counter. Also ordered 1 of all the a la carte plates because we wanted to try everything. A great through line that tells the story of local sourcing. They don't hammer you over the head with didactic descriptions - they let the food do the talking and buttress their pristine ingredients with delicious accompaniments that enhance the flavors of the main event without overpowering them. Nuanced cooking with kind & gracious service. Doesn't get better.

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  5. LuciaR

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I will still hungry after but it was tasty!

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  6. Cynthia

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My partner and I really enjoyed our experience here. The care and detail that went into each dish was extraordinary and the vibe was relaxed and fun. We sat at the chefs counter and the entire team were so welcoming and friendly. We love how the menu changes frequently, we are already planning our next visit!

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  7. Lisa

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was a big disappointment. Hard to imagine getting dessert so wrong. Lack of ventilation seemed like a big problem. It was extremely smokey inside and we left smelling of fried fish.

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  8. Adam

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu was exceptional, every flavor was paired perfectly with the protein of the dish. The wine pairing was an excellent addition, perfectly complimentary to the dishes. Nearly every staff member touched my table and was beyond friendly and knowledgeable. One of my favorite dining experiences in Philadelphia.

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  9. Daniel

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’d heard the burger was top tier but holy moly it was even better than I could have imagined. Probably the best burger I’ve had in my life which is a crazy thing to say. If you ever have the opportunity to try it don’t pass it up.

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  10. Maree

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My top pick for dining in Philadelphia—the food, service and ambiance are all the outstanding reasons I’d highly recommend you’d book a table here to experience how phenomenal the food scene is here in Philadelphia!

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FAQs

River Twice is rated 4.7 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for River Twice

1601 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148-1121

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Description
    River Twice is a Modern American restaurant that celebrates the richness of our regions bounty located on East Passyunk Avenue in South Philadelphia. Our menu frequently changes to reflect the finest of what local purveyors have in season to give guests a unique experience with every visit in our intimate but casual atmosphere. Our thoughtfully curated beverage list and wine pairings coincide with our dedication to develop a sincere connection to the Delaware River Valley and mid-Atlantic region. Our intimate, window-lined dining room offers a charming view of the iconic Singing Fountain on East Passyunk Avenue. The dining room surrounds an open kitchen where you will be able to see our chefs at work.River Twice has been recognized by The Philadelphia Inquirer, The New York Times, has earned Chef Randy Rucker’s Philadelphia Magazine’s “Best Chef” and, most recently Chef Randy Rucker garnered a James Beard Award nomination in 2024 for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic.
  • Cross Street
    Tasker and Passyunk Ave
  • Area
    South Philly
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Website
    http://rivertwicerestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (267) 457-3698
  • Private party facilities
    Situated on the corner of Passyunk and Tasker in South Philadelphia, overlooking the famous ‘singing fountain’, our intimate space is perfect for your next event.
  • Private party contact
    Marissa Chirico: (267) 457-3698
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