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La Famiglia Ristorante, Philadelphia, PA

La Famiglia Ristorante

4.8
4.8
2110 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The Sena family tradition of culinary excellence dates back to early 1947 when Carlo “Papa” Sena began to cook in postwar Naples. The family carried this experience across the Atlantic and opened La Famiglia in 1976 in the shell of a Colonial tea warehouse. Today, La Famiglia stands as the finest Italian restaurant in Philadelphia and a major landmark on the city’s vibrant restaurant scene.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking meters in front of the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gino Sena

Private dining

What 2,110 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Great for fine wines

  • Philadelphia

    Great for fine wines

  • Philadelphia

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Famiglia Ristorante in Philadelphia offers an "incredible" dining experience with its elegant atmosphere and "outstanding" service. The Italian cuisine is frequently described as "phenomenal," with dishes like spinach ravioli and bruschetta earning high praise. A renowned wine cellar and attentive staff make it a perfect spot for special occasions.

2,110 Reviews
  1. Bill VIP

    Washington DC6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in the city. Food and wait staff always top notch. Try the veal, it's the best in the city.

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  2. Cara

    Key West2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! One of the best meals we’ve ever had. Service was outstanding. Can’t wait to go back.

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  3. Frances

    Pittsburgh6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was really nice , everyone was so exceptional nice!

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  4. Joe VIP

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Still one of the best restaurants in the city. Fantastic.

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  5. Edward VIP

    Philadelphia12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great spot for any occasion. A short 5 minute uber ride from center city, it’s especially fantastic for weekday business dinners and luncheons. Service and food are superlative!

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  6. Amy

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food. Table-side fish serving is a thing of art. And incredible wine list, if you ask to see the list from their basement wine collection, which is a must-see.

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  7. Sharria VIP

    Philadelphia31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, I had a really great time. The food was amazing and The service was excellent. They didn’t have something on the menu anymore and they said they would make it and they did that was awesome!  I would definitely recommend and I can’t wait to return.

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  8. Tammy VIP

    St. Louis12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The absolute best Italian food I’ve ever had including the desserts. The service was impeccable. The ambiance was outstanding and most extensive wine list at reasonable prices we’ve ever encountered as world travelers, foodies, and wine connoisseurs! We highly recommend this restaurant and look forward to our next visit when we are in town! Thank you!!

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  9. Pat

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was outstanding! Food was expensive but worth it!

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  10. David

    Philadelphia499 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The OG Italian fine dining experience in Philly. In a city that has so many stellar dining options, the fact that this still exists after 50 years says it all. Best tartufo in the city too (possibly anywhere).

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FAQs

La Famiglia Ristorante is rated 4.8 stars by 2110 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for La Famiglia Ristorante

8 South Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking meters in front of the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gino Sena
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