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Continental Midtown, Philadelphia, PA
Continental Midtown, Philadelphia, PA
Continental Midtown, Philadelphia, PA
Continental Midtown, Philadelphia, PA
Continental Midtown, Philadelphia, PA

Continental Midtown

4.6
4.6
2757 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 197 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Three full stories of fun await you at the Continental Mid-town. Whether you’re relaxing in the lounge, swinging in a basket chair on the jet-set mezzanine or taking in the night along the airy rooftop patio, it’s a total reprieve from the expected. The mouth-watering menu features bold and eclectic flavors, from signature jumbo lump crab pad thai and Szechuan shoestring fries to playful spins like cheesesteak eggrolls and French onion soup dumplings. Expertly mixed pop and retro cocktails ensure there’s something for everyone to sip on, no matter the occasion.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Steven Petrecca
  • Private party facilities
    An urban oasis for you and your guests, the Continental Mid-town offers a playful reprieve from the expected. Enjoy inventive cocktails and global tapas in our largest restaurant to date which features a dramatic two-story atrium and lounge that will make even the most stoic smile. Breathtaking views are visible from Philadelphia’s premier rooftop bar, lounge and outdoor patio. We have lots of great options for your next event:Main Dining Room available for up to 36 guestsSemi-private Mezzanine Lounge - 45 ReceptionSemi-private Mezzanine - 100 Seated / 150 ReceptionPrivate Indoor/Outdoor Roof Deck - 46 Seated / 80 Reception (120 including outside)Restaurant Exclusively (first two floors) - 200 Seated / 300 Reception
  • Area
    Center City
  • Cross Street
    S 18th Street
  • Parking details
    SP+ Parking // 36 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
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What 2,757 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Most Booked

  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Continental Midtown offers a lively atmosphere with a "cool mid-century vibe" and "great food." The menu is eclectic, featuring standout dishes like the "Korean Fried Chicken" and "cheesesteak eggrolls." While service can vary, attentive staff often enhance the experience. It's a fun, vibrant spot perfect for casual dining.
2,757 Reviews
  1. Michael

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere. Our second time there and it did not disappoint.

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  2. Rachel

    Hawaii2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Very loud. Service was subpar. She didn’t come back and check on us. Main courses were served at different times.

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  3. Gregory

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very comfortable and lively atmosphere. Layla was a great server.

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  4. Jerold VIP

    Philadelphia18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly and polite waitress, Quality food. Always clean and festive looking,

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  5. Scott VIP

    New York City163 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the coolest and best tasting restaurants in Philly! Just a wonderful experience all around. Highly recommended!

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  6. Bryan VIP

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Tuna tostados were out of this world. Chicken sandwich great as usual. Wish they’d do a better Arnold Palmer here but if that’s the downside, I’ll be back here still!

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  7. Shannon VIP

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was horrible - didn’t check in on us, never brought drinks, delayed entrees. Food was mediocre - salads were soggy like they’d been sitting awhile, fries undercooked. Will not go back

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  8. Ronald VIP

    Philadelphia99 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always Consistently Good in Every Way! Will Always Recommend Continental 👍

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  9. Allison VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I had a reservation and we got there and saw so many open tables on the first floor. When we checked in they told us to go upstairs to a heated indoor patio, so we did. When we got up there the hostess put us at a tiny table in the back corner literally behind a couch. It was a terrible location, especially for having so many open tables on the main floor. We immediately said we wanted to be moved downstairs. The upstairs is not for just dining, that’s casual, bar like area with a lot of young people loud and drunk. I was annoyed but they did allow us to sit on the main floor. Our waitress was great, very attentive. Our food was good- the shoe string fries were delish, so were the eggrolls! We ordered the French onion soup dumplings but were a little dissapointed as there was no actual soup in them. Overall, a good experience but the first few minutes threw me off.

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  10. Maria VIP

    Atlantic City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was amazing! The hostess was very accommodating as well. Food and drinks on point!

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FAQs

Continental Midtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 567-1800.

Continental Midtown is rated 4.6 stars by 2757 OpenTable diners.

Continental Midtown does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 197 times today
Google Map for Continental Midtown

1801 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-3712

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    S 18th Street
  • Area
    Center City
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    SP+ Parking // 36 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Steven Petrecca
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    An urban oasis for you and your guests, the Continental Mid-town offers a playful reprieve from the expected. Enjoy inventive cocktails and global tapas in our largest restaurant to date which features a dramatic two-story atrium and lounge that will make even the most stoic smile. Breathtaking views are visible from Philadelphia’s premier rooftop bar, lounge and outdoor patio. We have lots of great options for your next event:Main Dining Room available for up to 36 guestsSemi-private Mezzanine Lounge - 45 ReceptionSemi-private Mezzanine - 100 Seated / 150 ReceptionPrivate Indoor/Outdoor Roof Deck - 46 Seated / 80 Reception (120 including outside)Restaurant Exclusively (first two floors) - 200 Seated / 300 Reception
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