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a.kitchen, Philadelphia, PA
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a.kitchen

$31 to $50
French American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
a.kitchen, situated in Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square, is a French-inspired American restaurant led by Executive Chef Eli Collins. The bistro-style menu offers everything from small plates to more traditional lunch and dinner options. Known for its innovative wine list, a.kitchen is a top destination for natural and terroir-driven wines from regions around the world. Reservations are available for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Adjacent to a.kitchen, a.bar offers a cocktail-focused experience along with a menu of snacks, burgers, salads, and seasonal dishes. Guests of Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square can also enjoy in-suite dining for a more private experience.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Chef Eli Collins

  • Award icon

    James Beard Award

    2023

From the OpenTable editors: James Beard Award-winning restaurateur Ellen Yin's beloved bistro remains one of the best restaurants in Philly for French small plates and outstanding wine. For more than a decade, the gougeres, chicken liver pate, and smoked duck breast have been getting cozy in a candlelit space on historic Rittenhouse Square. The wine list is not to be missed—it's a Wine Enthusiast favorite and multi-semifinalist for James Beard's outstanding wine category.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French American, Dining Bar, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Fri 08:00–11:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon, Sun 16:30–21:00 Tue–Sat 16:30–22:00
  • Phone number
    (215) 825-7030
  • Website
    http://www.akitchenandbar.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    a.kitchen and a.bar are available for private functions. Contact the restaurant by emailing harry.jamison@highsthospitality.com
  • Location
    135 S 18th St, 0, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5228
  • Award-winning
    1. James Beard Award 2023
  • Area
    Center City
  • Cross Street
    18th & Walnut St.
  • Parking details
    Parking available in local garages. No Valet available. Central Parking System – 1616 Sansom Street Parkway Corporation – 1845 Walnut Street Central Parking System – 201 South 18th Street Priority Parking – 1710 Chancellor Street
  • Public transit
    Bus: Route 21, 42- 18th and Walnut; Route 17- 20th & Walnut; Route 2: 16th and Walnut SEPTA Orange/ Broad Street lines: Walnut-Locust station SEPTA Blue/ Market-Frankford line: City Hall Station SEPTA Regional Rail lines: Suburban Station
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve (Chef's Counter)

    US$135.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Come and celebrate New Year's Eve at a.kitchen with a 4-course menu from Chef Eli Collins! There will be multiple options for each course with a wine pairing available. The cost of the menu is $135 per person for food. Beverages will be ordered a la carte. While the kitchen is always prepared to make adjustments for allergies, please note any allergies in your reservation so that we can plan accordingly. We look forward to seeing you!

  • New Year's Eve (Dining Room Table)

    US$135.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Come and celebrate New Year's Eve at a.kitchen with a 4-course menu from Chef Eli Collins! There will be multiple options for each course with a wine pairing available. The cost of the menu is $135 per person for food. Beverages will be ordered a la carte. While the kitchen is always prepared to make adjustments for allergies, please note any allergies in your reservation so that we can plan accordingly. We look forward to seeing you!

Menu

BREAKFAST

  • RITTENHOUSE BREAKFAST US$16.00

    two eggs, bacon or sausage, garlic potatoes

    • FRENCH OMELETTE US$16.00

      seasonal daily special

      • CORNMEAL PANCAKES US$14.00

        lemon curd + maple syrup

        • BACON, EGG + CHEESE SANDWICHUS$12.00

          high street roll

          • OATMEAL US$12.00

            brown sugar, raisins, pistachio

            • YOGURT + CRANBERRY GRANOLAUS$7.00

              • HOME FRIES US$6.00

                Last updated: 18 July 2024

                What 2,094 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
                • 4.7Service
                • 4.7Ambience
                • 4.4Value

                Noise • Moderate

                Loved For

                • Philadelphia

                  Innovative

                Review summary

                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                a.kitchen in Philadelphia offers a "phenomenal experience" with a creative menu and excellent service. Known for its "amazing staff" and "fantastic cocktails," the restaurant excels in blending flavors and providing memorable meals, whether brunch or dinner. While the ambiance can be lively, it's a "must visit" for food enthusiasts.

                2,094 Reviews

                1. Tom

                  Greater Boston

                  1 review

                  5.0

                  1 review

                  Dined 3 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  I always love going to a.kitchen. Food is always excellent, service is great, cocktails are nicely constructed. It’s definitely underrated, and one of our favorite places in the city.

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                2. Christine Sturgis

                  Philadelphia

                  1 review

                  5.0

                  1 review

                  Dined 3 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  A very cozy atmosphere with great service and fabulous food. A reasonable price too! I will be back.

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                3. Dave

                  Philadelphia

                  16 reviews

                  5.0

                  16 reviews

                  Dined 3 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Great Christmas lunch with family. Outstanding service and exceptional food. Thank you.

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                4. Jordan

                  Charlotte

                  1 review

                  5.0

                  1 review

                  Dined 3 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Great omelet & espresso martini for Christmas eve breakfast!

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                5. Ian

                  Pittsburgh

                  2 reviews

                  5.0

                  2 reviews

                  Dined 3 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  I am so glad my girlfriend and I ended up here. After a long day in the city during the holidays, we had reservations and were looking for an intimate yet engaging space. a.kitchen was exactly that. Extraordinary service, lovely win, fantastic food. We both enjoyed everything about this dinner experience, and will definitely be back! Shoutout the staff for holding the item we forgot and giving us a call, great hospitality. Side note from a boyfriend, thanks for helping me make this date night unique and fun. Thanks for not rushing our food, this place is meant for conversating and we were able to do just that! Highly recommend!

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                6. Ryan

                  VIP

                  New York City

                  20 reviews

                  5.0

                  20 reviews

                  Dined 5 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Old reliable. We love this restaurant. So good. We will be back!

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                7. John

                  Philadelphia

                  2 reviews

                  3.0

                  2 reviews

                  Dined 5 days ago

                  1. Overall 3
                  2. Food 2
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Wait staff was excellent, overall ambiance was great other than the noise level in the restaurant was too high. We started with two appetizers - the chicken liver toast and the mushrooms both plates pretty good. For the main, I ordered the beef dish, my wife ordered the branzino. We thought both dishes were underwhelming and overpriced. The wine by the glass choices were mediocre given the exorbitant price per glass. Having the extensive wine list they do, one would think there would be a better selection when ordering wine by the glass. We had high hopes for this restaurant and really hoping to have an exceptional meal based upon all the 4 and 5 star reviews. We left thinking, not the worst meals we've had for a night out, but nothing that makes us want to come back.

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                8. Sophie

                  Philadelphia

                  1 review

                  5.0

                  1 review

                  Dined 6 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  What a jewel of a spot! Gracious and friendly service, delicious food, great drinks list, and an absolute treat to sit at the chef’s counter and see the pros at work!

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                9. Ashley

                  Los Angeles

                  5 reviews

                  5.0

                  5 reviews

                  Dined on 18 December 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Great food, great ambience, wonderful service. Definitely someplace I would come back again. 

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                10. Gary

                  VIP

                  Philadelphia

                  8 reviews

                  5.0

                  8 reviews

                  Dined on 15 December 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 4
                  Great food with interesting choices . The service was top notch.

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                FAQs

                You can order delivery directly from a.kitchen using the Order Online button.

                a.kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 2094 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 25 times today
                Experiences are available.

                Order delivery or takeout

                Google Map for a.kitchen

                135 S 18th St, 0, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5228

                Dining areas

                Additional information

                • Award-winning
                  1. James Beard Award 2023
                • Cross Street
                  18th & Walnut St.
                • Area
                  Center City
                • Hours of Operation
                  Breakfast Tue–Fri 08:00–11:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon, Sun 16:30–21:00 Tue–Sat 16:30–22:00
                • Price
                  $31 to $50
                • Cuisines
                  French American, Dining Bar, Bistro
                • Dining style
                  Casual Elegant
                • Dress code
                  Casual Dress
                • Parking details
                  Parking available in local garages. No Valet available. Central Parking System – 1616 Sansom Street Parkway Corporation – 1845 Walnut Street Central Parking System – 201 South 18th Street Priority Parking – 1710 Chancellor Street
                • Public transit
                  Bus: Route 21, 42- 18th and Walnut; Route 17- 20th & Walnut; Route 2: 16th and Walnut SEPTA Orange/ Broad Street lines: Walnut-Locust station SEPTA Blue/ Market-Frankford line: City Hall Station SEPTA Regional Rail lines: Suburban Station
                • Payment Options
                  AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                • Additional
                  Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                • Website
                  http://www.akitchenandbar.com/
                • Phone number
                  (215) 825-7030
                • Private party facilities
                  a.kitchen and a.bar are available for private functions. Contact the restaurant by emailing harry.jamison@highsthospitality.com
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