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AMINA, Philadelphia, PA

AMINA

4.4
4.4
1457 Reviews
$31 to $50
Regional American (Contemporary Southern)

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2 people
19:00
Booked 41 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Owner Felicia Wilson and Chef Partner Darryl Harmon, who hails from Gouldstown, NJ in Cumberland County, which is considered the oldest black community in the U.S., is an award-winning chef for The Lure Group in New York City. He previously served as the Executive Chef at the Water Works Restaurant in Philadelphia between 2007 and 2012.

Additional information

  • Location
    104 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3009
  • Phone number
    (267) 324-3745
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Contemporary Southern), American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Tue–Thu 16:00–18:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Darryl Harmon

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Menu

Starters

  • Amina Seafood Plateau

    Oysters, Chilled Shrimp, Local Clams, Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail, Poached Maine Lobster, Tabasco, red currant mignonette, yellow chili cocktail sauce, key lime aioli

    • M/P

  • Deviled EggsUS$10.00

    Smoked paprika, micro arugula

    • Black Eye Pea HummusUS$10.00

      Smoked paprika oil, crispy organic carrot chips

      • Peri Peri WingsUS$15.00

        Burnt end baby veggies, blue cheese foam

        • Fried Catfish Hush PuppiesUS$18.00

          Spicy remoulade

          • Pan Seared ScallopsUS$18.00

            Fried green tomatoes, southern street corn, sweet corn creme brûlée

            • Clams CasinoUS$15.00

              Candied beef bacon, sweet peppers, toasted cornbread crumbs

              • Cheesesteak BeignetsUS$12.00

                Wit' charred onions & sweet peppers, signature cheese fondue, white cheddar dust, spicy ketchup

                • Buttermilk BiscuitsUS$7.00

                  sea salt butter, strawberry-rhubarb jam

                  • JalapeñO-Cheddar CornbreadUS$7.00

                    Sorghum butter

                    Soups & Salads

                    • Flaming Lobster BisqueUS$18.00

                      Ignited cognac splash, micro chive

                      • Chicken & DumplingsUS$17.00

                        Pulled chicken lollipops, petite veggies

                        • Black Kale SaladUS$17.00

                          Smoky blue cheese, heirloom radish, picked red onions, watermelon vinaigrette

                          • Caesar SaladUS$16.00

                            Grilled gem lettuce, shaved Parmigiana Reggiano, lemon peppercorn dressing, crispy

                            Sandwiches

                            • Nigerian Hot ChickenUS$18.00

                              Bread & butter pickles, rainbow slaw, peanut butter, brioche roll

                              • Amina Dry-Aged BurgerUS$20.00

                                Pimento cheese, candied beef bacon, caramelized onions, watercress, secret sauce, brioche roll

                                • Every Day Friendsgiving Turkey BurgerUS$20.00

                                  Cornbread stuffing, cranberry-orange relish, Brussels sprout slaw, gravy, tater tot bun

                                  • Southern Fried Whiting FishUS$19.00

                                    Lettuce, tomato, house-made tartar sauce, brioche roll

                                    • Shrimp Po'boy Cheese SteakUS$22.00

                                      Certified Angus Beef rib eye steak, signature cheese fondue, lettuce, tomato, secret sauce topped with crispy shrimp, Amoroso hoagie roll

                                      House Specialties

                                      • All Natural Fried Chicken BucketUS$26.00

                                        Buttermilk biscuits, sweet n' sassy sauce

                                        • Smothered Turkey WingsUS$26.00

                                          Petite vegetable ragout, heirloom radish, demi glacé de poulet

                                          • Braised OxtailsUS$28.00

                                            morel mushroom demi-glacé, baby mache salad, crispy onions

                                            • Certified Angus Beef NY StripUS$45.00

                                              Torched bone marrow butter

                                              • Pan Seared SalmonUS$28.00

                                                Fennel confit, grain mustard marmalade

                                                • Soft Pretzel Dusted Fish N' ChipsUS$29.00

                                                  Crispy whiting, assorted marble potato chips, grain mustard tartar sauce

                                                  • Nola Style GumboUS$30.00

                                                    Ansel Mills Gold Carolina Rice, wild caught shrimp, crab, oysters, chicken wings, spicy beef sausage in a rich thicken broth

                                                    • Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes

                                                      King crab, Ol' Fuskie crab fried rice, Meyer lemon cloud

                                                      • M/P

                                                    • Grilled Lamb T-Bone Steak TowerUS$40.00

                                                      Hibiscus gastrique, succotash, pistachio brittle dust

                                                      • Southern Hot Fried CauliflowerUS$24.00

                                                        Aged Tabasco butter sauce, rainbow slaw

                                                        Main Sides

                                                        • Collard GreensUS$10.00

                                                          Braised with smoked turkey & potlikker

                                                          • Candied Yam PuréeUS$10.00

                                                            Toasted marshmallow, Teddy Grahams

                                                            • Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$10.00

                                                              Maple aioli, crispy shallots

                                                              • Lobster Pomme MousseUS$16.00

                                                                • Mac N' CheeseUS$12.00

                                                                  • Fried CabbageUS$6.00

                                                                    • Grilled AsparagusUS$10.00

                                                                      • Fingerling Potato SaladUS$6.00

                                                                        • Hand-Cut FriesUS$8.00

                                                                          Sweets

                                                                          • Strawberry Short CakeUS$12.00

                                                                            Warm signature biscuits, macerated strawberries, fresh whipped cream

                                                                            • Warm Peach CobblerUS$12.00

                                                                              White peach ice cream, cinnamon brown butter glaze

                                                                              • Banana PuddingUS$12.00

                                                                                Vanilla wafer dust, fresh berries

                                                                                • Birthday Pound CakeUS$20.00

                                                                                  Chocolate Buttercream icing

                                                                                  Last updated: 7 May 2022

                                                                                  What 1,457 people are saying

                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                  4.4
                                                                                  4.4 based on recent ratings
                                                                                  • 4.5Food
                                                                                  • 4.4Service
                                                                                  • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                  • 4.2Value

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                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                  Amina shines with "consistently good food and excellent service." This Philly gem offers a soulful dining experience with standout dishes like oxtail omelets and cheesesteak beignets. Patrons adore the "great atmosphere" and "friendly staff," making it a must-visit spot for "amazing food and ambiance." Amina delivers a memorable experience every time.

                                                                                  1,457 Reviews

                                                                                  1. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                    Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                    1.0

                                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 1
                                                                                    2. Food 1
                                                                                    3. Service 1
                                                                                    4. Ambience 1
                                                                                    It was crowded, they only had one bartender, I asked the waitress for a glass of water and ordered a beverage and it never came, when I said something to the waitress her face was frowned up and not friendly at all, she said they were understaffed.

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                                                                                  2. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                    Philadelphia21 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Food and service were outstanding (as usual). We had the catfish & grits, brunch turkey burger, and the apple spring rolls. Everything was perfectly delicious! It’s such a beautiful restaurant too. And the staff are so friendly and welcoming. I will definitely be returning. YOU NEED TO EAT HERE!!!

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                                                                                  3. Angel

                                                                                    Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Absolutely everything tasted WONDERFUL! I would highly recommend this restaurant. The service was excellent. Quality food and service… worth every dime.

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                                                                                  4. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                    Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Our waitress was so nice, attentive, and kind. We will be back again!

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                                                                                  5. Lindsay

                                                                                    Philadelphia18 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The food was delicious and presented beautifully. The cocktails were unique! The service was great.

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                                                                                  6. Michele

                                                                                    Philadelphia12 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on 4 March 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Beautiful restaurant! Food came out quickly. There are so many interesting things on the menu. It’s hard to know what to pick. We ordered several things for the table and everything was delicious! Highly recommend this restaurant.

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                                                                                  7. Brian

                                                                                    Philadelphia3 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on 3 March 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The restaurant was amazing. The ambience was breathtaking. The art on the walls are African and tribal. The restaurant gave an appeal to my roots and my heritage. I’m impressed by the size of oxtails and their impressive sweet potato recipe.

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                                                                                  8. TerronL

                                                                                    Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    Food was good but I thought the fried chicken which is good

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                                                                                  9. Dawn

                                                                                    Unspecified1 review

                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                    Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 2
                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                    The first thing I would say is that they don't have enough staff. They squeeze as many people as they can, even if that means sacrificing a proper walkway. The pictures that you see online, don't be fooled by them because there is a very long table that can seat 10 to 12 people and that table can be vertical or horizontal. Depending on which way it's turned will depend on the walking space. If it is horizontal, and you have smaller tables on each end of that long table, then unfortunately those people at those smaller tables are going to get a whole lot of booty in their face every time people need to walk through that small opening. I was there for brunch and I will say that I do not believe that each and every item is made fresh to order. Maybe 80%. The food was very good, I absolutely brought my leftovers home; however due to the service received, or not received, I will not be returning. It's a one and done for me. They can definitely do better.

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                                                                                  10. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                    Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Food, drinks and service were very good. Would recommend everyone try this place. I would making a reservation since it is a small space.

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                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                  AMINA offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (267) 324-3745.

                                                                                  AMINA is rated 4.4 stars by 1457 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                  19:00
                                                                                  Booked 41 times today
                                                                                  Google Map for AMINA

                                                                                  104 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3009

                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                    (267) 324-3745
                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                    Regional American (Contemporary Southern), American, Seafood
                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                    Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Tue–Thu 16:00–18:00
                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                    Casual Dress
                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                    Street Parking
                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                    Chef Darryl Harmon

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