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AMINA, Philadelphia, PA

AMINA

4.6
4.6
1352 Reviews
$31 to $50
Regional American (Contemporary Southern)

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (267) 324-3745
  • Website
    http://www.aminaphilly.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • 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 1,352 people are saying

                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                  4.6
                                                                                  4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                  • 4.6Food
                                                                                  • 4.6Service
                                                                                  • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                  • 4.4Value

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                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                  Amina, nestled in Old Town Philadelphia, promises a delightful soul food experience with "flavorful dishes" and a "warm atmosphere." Guests rave about the "delicious food," including standout items like oxtails and cheesesteak beignets. The service is often praised as "attentive and welcoming." Some reviews note occasional service delays, but the overall dining experience remains positively memorable.

                                                                                  1,352 Reviews

                                                                                  1. John

                                                                                    Denver

                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Interesting menu that was very well prepared. I had the braised oxtails and it was outstanding.

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                                                                                  2. William

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                    The overall experience was all right. The appetizers were better than the main course. The drinks were okay. The lamb dish did not have any flavor and it was unseasoned. The salmon dish was over cooked. The side dishes, which were the mac & cheese, and the yams were excellent. 

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                                                                                  3. Margaret

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    77 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                    77 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Appetizers were good. Not many healthy options. The salmon was dry and overcooked. The other 2 folks with me enjoyed their meals of smothered turkey wings and short rib. Also, the cleanliness of the stairway going down to the ladies' room was disappointing.

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                                                                                  4. Canvas

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Very intimate setting with such diverse guests. Warm atmosphere with such a young audience of staffing

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                                                                                  5. Jamila

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    It was a good time .. my first time there was for dinner was a great time

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                                                                                  6. Ché

                                                                                    Dallas

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Had oxtails and wings. Chicken wings were great oxtails were not flavorful. Service wasn’t that great. Food came out fast, so quick turn around!

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                                                                                  7. Tracy

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    vip
                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 20 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    The food, ambiance are amazing! Highly recommend the oxtails, sweet potatoes & lamb lollipops, delicious! We will definitely be back to try more dishes.

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                                                                                  8. Ebony

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Perfect ! Brunch was amazing. Great service. I love this place. Going to try the different locations of theirs.

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                                                                                  9. Alison

                                                                                    Tampa

                                                                                    73 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    73 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    I'm gonna start with on negative. There's no waiting area. It's a small restaurant with a small vestibule. When my party of 4 arrived, we had nowhere to stand. However, the hostess promptly got a table for us even though we were a few minutes early. The chairs were super comfy and plush. The atmosphere was jumping as it was Saturday night. We ordered cheesesteak beignets and lima bean hummus- both were delicious and did not last more than a few minutes on our table. We had smothered turkey wings with a gravy that was to die for delicious. All the sides - yams, brussel sprouts, and collards were so good. We also ordered piri piri wings and that sauce was so unique. Different than your typical bar wings. Service was excellent- the wait staff were on top on everything. Our came out so hot that we had to wait a minute to eat it. Can't say enough great things about this place! Hope to go back soon.

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                                                                                  10. Beth

                                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    As always the ambiance is great and the food delicious. The staff are always amazing.

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                                                                                  FAQs

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

                                                                                  AMINA is rated 4.6 stars by 1352 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 24 times today

                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                  Google Map for AMINA

                                                                                  104 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3009

                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                    Old City
                                                                                  • 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
                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                    Regional American (Contemporary Southern), American, Seafood
                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                    Casual Dining
                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                    Casual Dress
                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                    Street Parking
                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                    Chef Darryl Harmon
                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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