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Vernick Fish, Philadelphia, PA
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Vernick Fish

$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 52 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Good for business meals
Vernick Fish presents Philadelphia’s own, Chef Greg Vernick’s exploration beyond the boundaries of a seafood restaurant. His ingredient-driven cooking style, paired with a love for global flavors, results in an inventive menu of fish and shellfish dishes, and a range of vegetable preparations. Taking a detailed, seasonal, and sustainable approach with small and large plate offerings, the kitchen brings new life to the favorite hallmarks of American oyster bar fare and raw bar. Complementing the experience are well-crafted cocktails, and a focused wine list of seafood-friendly white and sparkling offerings, as well as light, fresh reds.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Greg Vernick and CDC David Paterniti

From the OpenTable editors: Sleek interiors meet thoughtful service at this celebratory Logan Square seafood spot. James Beard Award-winning chef Greg Vernick walks the line between innovative and nostalgic with dishes like sardines on sourdough toast and grilled scallops that are masterclasses in careful sourcing and precise preparation, but also wipe-your-plate-clean delicious. If you’re toasting to something special, get one of the hard-to-find spirits or wines from the top-notch drinks program.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00 Daily 16:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (215) 419-5055
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Private events are available for groups ranging from size 13 to 150. Please contact us at vernickfish.philadelphia@fourseasons.com for additional information.
  • Area
    Center City
  • Cross Street
    19th St and Arch St
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available via the main entrance of Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia located at 1 N. 19th St for $45. Overnight parking for $85.
  • Public transit
    Market Frankford Line: 15th Street StopBroad Street Line: City Hall StopSEPTA Regional Rail: Suburban Station
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

What 2,255 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Philadelphia County

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vernick Fish in Philadelphia offers an exceptional dining experience with "perfect food and cocktails." Guests rave about the "attentive and informative service," especially from standout server Erica. The seafood is consistently fresh and delicious, making it a "favorite restaurant in Philadelphia." The chic atmosphere complements the outstanding culinary offerings, ensuring a memorable visit.

2,255 Reviews
  1. Jim

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing! Our waiter walked us through the entire menu and made our experience fantastic.

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  2. Charlie

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was patience and friendly. But the food was just ordinary and the crab cavatelli was surprisingly salty and we request for a remake while chef walked passed me from behind and said there is no fuxking salt. Overall great environment, mediocre food, okey services but won’t recommend anyone to spend 400+ with such bad experience on Valentine’s Day.

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  3. Andrew

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience for Valentine's night - wonderful menu, perfectly executed, great service and atmosphere. Worth the extra dollars for a special occassion.
    Vernick FishResponded 1 day ago
    Good Evening Andrew, Thank You so much for taking the time to leave us such great feedback here...we are thrilled to hear that you had a great Valentines Day experience here with us! We will make sure to let the team know that you had a nice time here with us .... we hope that you will come and experience us again soon! Have a great holiday weekend, Billy Yoder General Manager

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  4. Bhavika

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was great. Service started slow when we first got there.

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  5. Michael

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    So incredibly delicious! Super cool vibe too.
    Vernick FishResponded 1 day ago
    Good Afternoon Michael, Thank You for leaving us positive feedback here, it is much appreciated! We are thrilled to know that you had a great experience with us , and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Have a great weekend ahead, Billy Yoder General Manager

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  6. Guido

    Philadelphia

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a great meal last night. Erica gave outstanding advice about the oysters and appetizers. The cocktail ist was innovative and very exciting. 3 us all had different cocktail choices that tasted very nicely. The food came quickly and was fantastic. Wine selection was very good (the wine list was not too long; just right) and we ended up with a great French white wine that went along very well with our mostly fish dishes. Had not been to this restaurant for a long time but this meal made us realize that we should come here at least once per year.
    Vernick FishResponded 1 day ago
    Good Afternoon Guido, We are thrilled that you came back to Vernick Fish and even more elated that you had a great experience with us! I am excited to share this feedback with the team, and we do hope youll come back again soon to enjoy us. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us feedback here as well ! Have a great holiday weekend, Billy Yoder General Manager

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  7. Ellin

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and server Delicious octopus and halibut! Wonderful passion fruit meringue and chocolate cakes Drinks pricey but good Would return!
    Vernick FishResponded 2 days ago
    Good Afternoon Ellin, Thank You so much for leaving us such positive feedback here! We will give a shout out to your Server, Lisa, as well during the shift today - she really is wonderful :) We hope you come back and join us again soon! Have a great weekend ahead, Billy Yoder General Manager

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  8. Paul

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every dish was excellent. Perfectly done. Really nice ambience.
    Vernick FishResponded 4 days ago
    Good Afternoon Paul, Thank You for leaving us feedback here, we are thrilled to know that you had a great experience here with us. We hope to welcome you back soon! Have a great weekend, Billy Yoder General Manager

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  9. Bob

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A truly special place. The food is amazing and creative. The waitstaff is superb, especially Lisa C., who took care of us last night. It’s a pricey dinner, but worth every penny. I highly recommend Vernick Fish for a really wonderful, special occasion meal.
    Vernick FishResponded 5 days ago
    Good Evening Bob, We do so appreciate you taking the time to leave us such great feedback here - we will be sure to shout out Lisa to the team as well. We are thrilled to know you enjoyed your experience with us, and hope to welcome you back soon! Best, Billy Yoder General Manager

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  10. David

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were celebrating a friend’s 60th Birthday and the evening was very enjoyable from start to finish. Another positive dining experience at Vernick Fish.
    Vernick FishResponded 5 days ago
    Good Evening David, Thank You all for celebrating this moment with us, we are thrilled to know that you had a great time with us! Dont be a stranger, come back and see us anytime! Have a great week ahead, Billy Yoder General Manager

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Vernick Fish is rated 4.7 stars by 2255 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 52 times today
Google Map for Vernick Fish

1876 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    19th St and Arch St
  • Area
    Center City
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00 Daily 16:30–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available via the main entrance of Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia located at 1 N. 19th St for $45. Overnight parking for $85.
  • Public transit
    Market Frankford Line: 15th Street StopBroad Street Line: City Hall StopSEPTA Regional Rail: Suburban Station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (215) 419-5055
  • Private party facilities
    Private events are available for groups ranging from size 13 to 150. Please contact us at vernickfish.philadelphia@fourseasons.com for additional information.
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