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Mabu Kitchen, Philadelphia, PA

Mabu Kitchen

4.8
4.8
172 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary French

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2 people
22:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
BYOB French restaurant with a unique blend of Southern-inspired cuisine and bistro classics: think Confit Fried Chicken and Waffle, and Steak au Poivre. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, with antique mirrors lining the walls, candlelight, and warm and friendly service. We have seasonal outdoor seating along a lovely alleyway with potted blooms and bird serenades.

Located on historic Antique Row, this charming spot is a great place to meet for a special occasion, date-night, business meal, or a casual dinner with friends. This is a small family-owned business and everything is made to order. Grab your favorite bottle of wine and head to this hidden gem to experience a contemporary take on French cuisine.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Regional American (Southern), Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00–13:15 Sun 10:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (215) 279-7590
  • Website
    https://mabukitchenphilly.com/
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    AJ Sinawi
  • Private party facilities
    We proudly offer private events in our beautiful and cozy space, for up to 26 guests. Past events include birthdays, anniversaries, showers, holiday gatherings, and business get-togethers. We offer a la carte dining as well as customized menus. Please contact us directly for details, 215-279-7590, or email us at mabukitchenmanager@outlook.com.
  • Location
    1120 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-6209
  • Area
    Center City
  • Cross Street
    Corner of Quince, between 11th and 12th streets.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch

Menu

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What 172 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Best Value

  • Philadelphia County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Philadelphia

    Best Value

  • Philadelphia

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mabu Kitchen is a charming neighborhood gem, praised for its "ultra-high quality French inspired comfort food" and "warm and welcoming" ambiance. Guests love the "delicious" dishes like chicken and waffles, ratatouille, and lemon tart. While the cozy space may cause some delays, "attentive" service makes every visit worthwhile.

172 Reviews

  1. Margaret

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful fresh meals! We enjoyed the brick chicken and the pork chop! Outstanding service as well.

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  2. Kenny

    Fort Lauderdale

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the BEST burgers we've ever had!!! However, the fries need some work. They're good, but not elevated at all.

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  3. Tom

    Philadelphia

    31 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great but we waited 45 minutes for our brunch order to come out and had to ask for our coffee to be served 25 minutes in. There was only one server for the place, and a large party of 12 that took up half the restaurant was seated right next to us. We felt forgotten much of the time. My latte was gone by the time my breakfast arrived, and I asked for a coffee refill and was told I would be charged for it, so I passed. Very nice people, very good food. Maybe the slow service and I attentiveness was an outlier...?

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  4. Lakeisha

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My birthday brunch was impeccable. The setting is quite quaint and aesthetically pleasing with small details throughout. The biscuits and gravy, Dutch baby and shrimp and grits were flavorful and plentiful. Lastly, the customer service was genuinely attentive and helpful. I’m looking forward to returning in the near future.

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  5. Elizabeth

    Philadelphia

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed it thoroughly!! Lovely music and well prepared food. The chef really understood how to use herbs and spice. The octopus might be the best I ever had! Thank you, Mabu!

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  6. Cristy

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! Mabu did not disappoint in any category. I cannot wait to go back. The live music was absolutely charming!

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  7. Tina

    Philadelphia

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our third time dining - 2nd time for brunch. The menu is rich with a range of options and the food is always executed to perfection. Service is friendly and the vibe is warm and relaxing. Excellent neighborhood gem.

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  8. Melissa

    Philadelphia

    48 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere is lovely and food is good. Know that this is a small place which takes its table time limits seriously, and that you will be asked to leave after 90 minutes or so on the weekend.

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  9. Stephen

    Tampa

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second Sunday brunch at Mabu, it certainly will not be our last. The hostess and server, Julie, was as welcoming and efficient as last time. The French press coffee can’t be beat, with a large pot brought to your table, and you press it yourself, guaranteeing freshness. The menu is appetizing, and portions more than adequate. American standards, like biscuits and gravy, are given a European flair, as with mild Italian sausage added to the normal southern – styled gravy. The chicken and waffles, another American standard, was absolutely delicious, since the waffle was Belgian style, fluffier, and lighter and most. A small restaurant it fills up fast for brunch, so reservations are well advised.

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  10. Christopher

    Philadelphia

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food in a simple and beautiful space. The place is better every time.

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FAQs

Mabu Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 279-7590.

Mabu Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 172 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
22:00
Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mabu Kitchen

1120 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-6209

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Corner of Quince, between 11th and 12th streets.
  • Area
    Center City
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00–13:15 Sun 10:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Regional American (Southern), Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    AJ Sinawi
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch
  • Website
    https://mabukitchenphilly.com/
  • Phone number
    (215) 279-7590
  • Private party facilities
    We proudly offer private events in our beautiful and cozy space, for up to 26 guests. Past events include birthdays, anniversaries, showers, holiday gatherings, and business get-togethers. We offer a la carte dining as well as customized menus. Please contact us directly for details, 215-279-7590, or email us at mabukitchenmanager@outlook.com.
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