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Loch Bar - Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

Loch Bar - Philadelphia

4.5
4.5
728 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 94 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for business meals
Located on Philadelphia's vibrant Avenue of the Arts in the heart of the city, Loch Bar is a classic seafood tavern that blends the best of land & sea!

Spotlighted by an impressive raw bar that offers an array of succulent seafood & fresh flavors, Loch Bar's menu incorporates some of the region's most popular seafood dishes including oysters, Maine lobster, Alaskan king crab & more.

In addition to our stellar raw bar, we present an extensive whiskey list from around the world that caters to both the seasoned aficionado as well as curious newcomers. To complement our whiskey offerings, our bar program features handcrafted cocktails & local craft beers.

Loch Bar hosts live music every night of the week showcasing the incredible talent of Philadelphia's local music scene.

Loch Bar on Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts is more than just a restaurant; it's an immersive journey through the finest culinary offerings, live music &

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (215) 267-8272
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Michael O'Halloran
  • Area
    Center City
  • Cross Street
    Broad & Spruce
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    30th Street Station - Few blocks away via Uber/Lyft
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 728 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

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  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Loch Bar in Philadelphia offers an exceptional dining experience with "great food, service, and ambiance." Diners rave about the "attentive and skillful service" from staff like Giovanni and Joey. The menu features standout dishes like "fried lobster tail" and "Maryland crab cakes." Perfect for pre-theater dining, it's a lively and inviting spot with a "wonderful location" near the Kimmel Center.
728 Reviews
  1. Inez

    New Jersey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is top tier! So much flavor, wow. Definitely gotta go back.

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  2. Kathryn

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant week menu had fantastic options. There were 2 of us and we started with delicious cocktails with calamari and shrimp, both were excellent. My buddy opted for the chilean sea bass which was perfect. My choice of the lobster roll was disappointing. Served on a round brioche-kind of roll (which was tasty) but seafood prepared without any detectable seasoning or mayo--about a tablespoon of chopped up lobster, I had to ask for mayo with lemon. The accompanying fries were great. The service was outstanding in general, the food served hot and fresh, with the exception that I had to wait a while to tell the server about my need for some mayo. (Servers should ideally check in with patrons shortly after their food is delivered.) Dessert was interesting: an apple-ly cheesecake that was good, but maybe a bit too sweet. Portion wasn't too big, so it was a nice ending to a fairly solid meal. We were there coincidentally during the second half of Eagles game and the vibe was bustin'. :-)

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  3. Armand

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    122 reviews

    5.0

    122 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is probably the best restaurant in downtown Philadelphia. I had perhaps the best Sea bass dinner I ever had in a very long time and this plate is very highly recommendable. In the past I had the Bronzino, also cooked to the perfection. The Attention is excellent but you have to know also that prices are according to the prestige of the restaurant Go and enjoyed as we did.

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  4. Beverly

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, drinks were delicious. 2 parking lot near by for travelera.

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  5. Gab

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was lovely - the staff was so kind, especially our server, Joey. He was very attentive to my group and had a genuinely welcoming personality. The food was phenomenal and the cocktail options were great, too. We all loved the decor and Mad Men-esque vibe!

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  6. Annmarie

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Call server akim, once exceptionally good and helpful.He made our experience at the lock bar unforgettable. Our food was amazing. We will be back.

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  7. Fahtimah

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the server was attentive and polite. There was live music and okay lighting.

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  8. noah

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    22 reviews

    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Expertly shucked oysters. Philadelphia’s best bartenders. Talented servers. Great food. Hostess and seating always an unpleasant barrier to full enjoyment.

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  9. shaunte

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I was so excited to go for the first time. The server Rakim was very polite he introduced himself and asked my and friend of any allergies. We explained “NO PORK”, followed by making sure what we ordered had no trace of pork in it. We ordered “the fish of the day.” Which Rakim explained was salmon topped with butternut squash purée. However, we received salmon with a different type of side i can’t explain but it was applewood pork bacon based. Very unacceptable.

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  10. Lori

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I visited Loch Bar to celebrate my boyfriend’s birthday, and while the food and ambiance were wonderful, the experience left me a bit disappointed. I made the reservation online and mentioned that it was a special occasion. When we arrived, there was some confusion about valet parking. It was freezing outside, and the valet attendant was inside—there really should be a sign to make this clear. Luckily, we found a spot on the street. Once inside, I was greeted promptly by the hostess while my boyfriend parked the car. I asked her to ensure that our waitress acknowledged my boyfriend’s birthday and sang to him, and she assured me it was already noted. The food was absolutely delicious. We started with the crab cake, which was perfectly cooked, and for dessert, we shared the caramel apple cheesecake—it was divine. However, when dessert arrived, no one sang or acknowledged my boyfriend’s birthday, even after I had been told they would. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with plenty of attentive staff and managers visible throughout the evening. But the lack of follow-through on such a small yet meaningful gesture was disappointing, especially since it was promised. Overall, the food and service were great, but the missed opportunity to make my boyfriend’s birthday special left a sour note on an otherwise lovely evening.

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FAQs

Loch Bar - Philadelphia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 267-8272.

Loch Bar - Philadelphia is rated 4.5 stars by 728 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 94 times today

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Google Map for Loch Bar - Philadelphia

301 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-5813

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Broad & Spruce
  • Area
    Center City
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    30th Street Station - Few blocks away via Uber/Lyft
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Michael O'Halloran
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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