Seven Stars Inn

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   Ron

   Philadelphia

   20 reviews

   2.0

   20 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   There were 4 of us at dinner. It took a while before we were approached by our server. We ordered drinks. My friend specifically asked for gin and tonic with lemon. It came with a lime. I specifically ordered caesar salad with EXTRA dressing on the side. There was no extra dressing and I had to wait a while before I could get the server's attention to get more. One of my friends saw our order brought out from the kitchen. It sat there for quite a while before our server delivered it to our table. When we finally got it, the food was cold and had to be sent back to the kitchen to be reheated. One of the steaks was not correctly cooked to order. My friend ordered a second gin and tonic and had to remind the server about it. Overall, our server was not very friendly and appeared put out when we asked questions. In the men's room there were two urinals, and both were out of order covered with plastic bags. The carpets looked old, worn and dirty. Details like this make a difference. The average rating for the 4 of us, on a scale of 1 to 10, was 4. The service, the food, and the overall restaurant has gone downhill. I've been to 7 Stars quite a number of times, but last night was terrible. Not sure I'll give it another try.
   

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   Jim

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   22 reviews

   3.0

   22 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   I ordered the large prime rib cut...medium. it came out about twice the size as I remember...slow night, place was nearly empty. I'm certain that's why the portion. However, it was well done for about 60% of the cut, medium rare for about 30% and medium only about 10%. For the price ($98) and their past performance, I expected better. If it wasn't for the fact my wife was taking me out for my birthday, I'd have sent it back. As a preface. I have been dining there since the late 1970s and I remember it was always packed. Sad to see it empty, but I can't help think it's because the prices are extraordinarily high and the food quality has declined. For example, my wife and I always get the Crab Cocktail as our appetizer. In the past, it always came in a fancy glass over shaved ice which kept it nicely chilled. This time, it was unappealing on a flat plate strewn with chopped lettuce..and it had a fishy odor. Having had a second home in the Florida Keys for 20 years, fishing and diving, I know without a doubt fresh seafood does not smell fishy. Sadly, after so many years having relished the 7 Stars experience, we are probably done.
   

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   Donna

   Philadelphia

   28 reviews

   3.0

   28 reviews

   Dined on 11 January 2025

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

   It had been many years since we dined here. The portions remained huge and prices kept up with inflation. My entree arrived with ice cold hollandaise sauce which was disappointing. Server was good but never came back to check on how things came out.
   

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   kenneth

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 11 January 2025

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

   server was warm and cheerful. made reservation but arrived early and were seated immediately. i ordered crab stuffed shrimp. he ordered steak. portions were extra large and we both took some home. no room for dessert though. plan to return again soon.
   

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   Bernard

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 10 January 2025

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

   Been around a long time. Decor dated Fold is very good but prices are high . Service efficient but your not made to special and at these prices you should They need to modernize while keeping the old charm of the building
   

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   Chris

   Philadelphia

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 5 January 2025

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

   We had a great time. Service was really good. The food was really good and we enjoyed it as always.
   

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   Kyle

   Philadelphia

   2 reviews

   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 1 January 2025

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

   Our server was great- the food was horrendous. Will never go back.
   

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   James

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on 31 December 2024

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

   When you dine out on New Years Eve you are taking a big chance Menu prices are much higher service is rushed and honestly there were some issues with proper cooking of our seafood Twin lobster tails at $98. Jumbo tail at $128. a small portion of seafood assortment at $62. appetizer was $20. (stuffed mushrooms and they were delicious) and a slice each of peanut butter pie and oreo cheesecake at $10. each Next year we will consider other options
   

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   tonya

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on 31 December 2024

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

   I got the surf and turf the lobster was chewy and so was the filet mignon
   

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    Joseph

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 24 December 2024

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

    This was one of the most disappointing meals I have had in a long long time. Christmas Eve out seems like a great idea. I wanted to go to my favorite restaurant, Seven Stars. It had been well over a year since i was there last, but over the last 40 years i have been these a hundred times. The portion size is still a staple but the quality has changed significantly. I suspect new ownership has been cutting corners. I love the place so much I got engaged there twice and over time have spent my most important celebrations there. Tonight was terrible. My sons $45 veal parm was not even edible, my wifes seafood mix for $65 was like leftovers at best; she left half of the meal in the small bowl. I never send food back, but my steak was room temp at best. For $80 i expect way more. The garlic mashed was terrible, the ceasar salad was Ponderosa level, with a ceasar bottle italian dressing ruining it all. Of course it was busy and our reservation was for 645 and we did not get our food until 9PM.. yep 9 PM. They had no rolls and we got 5 packs of crackers and a small bowl of cheddar spread. The service was fine, it was everything else that ruined by Christmas eve. I am so so dispappointed that after 40 years, I have to stop telling my friends it is my favorite place. WHoever owns it now, obviously has no idea how to run a restaurant. I suspect it is only a matter of time before it is resold or goes out of business. Thanks for the memories but unless something drastic happens it sadly will be lost to time.
    

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