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Restaurant Reviews for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Branzino Italian Ristorante reservations Branzino Italian Ristorante

261 S 17th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Branzino Italian Ristorante is a Classic Old World Italian restaurant located in the heart of Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square. We Specialize in Fresh Seafood Dishes, Seasonal Pastas, and Exquisite Meat Dishes to satisfy the most refined Tastes. At Branzino, we combine the Italian art of eating with an old world tradition of hospitality. Come join us and taste the Art of the Old World Italian Tradition. And now we are offering to our diners outdoor seating's in our garden. Something rear to find in center city. Partial Sun, partial shade, between the beautiful flowers and the Summer breeze you'll feel like you are dining in the gardens of Tuscany. Come and dine with us and forget about the every day rush and stress, and if it is a special occasion or a business meeting, dinner with your family and friends or private party up to 55 people, if you give us the opportunity,we will make those hours memorable.

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Street Parking
Cross Street: Between Locust & Spruce
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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 4.0 out of 5 (216 Reviews)
Food 4.2 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.8 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)
Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

  • neighborhood gem (100)
  • fit for foodies (87)
  • romantic (86)
  • special occasion (84)
  • good for groups (27)
  • great for lunch (9)
  • hot spot (7)
  • kid-friendly (4)
  • great for outdoor dining (3)
  • great for brunch (1)
  • late-night find (1)

Branzino Italian Ristorante Reviews List
Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Very accomodating. I called prior to arriving and they lost my reservation, but we was still seated instantly despite it being Valentines Day. The veal was delicious, as was the hazelnut chocolate cake. It's very classy for a BYO. Would definitely go again."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 03/18/2010)
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Review 2 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Branzino has been excellent from the day it opened - and it has not lost its stride. The menu is interesting; the food is excellently prepared. The branzino is the best in Philadelphia!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/15/2010
(review submitted 03/17/2010)
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Review 3 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We always enjoy the food and service at Branzino. We also found out the chef's favorite fish was black bass - we thought it would be branzino. I had the special ravioli which had veal cheek filling and a light calves liver sauce. It was very good. The salads here are also always very good. We had a grilled leek salad - A+. And it is BYO which makes this great."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/06/2010
(review submitted 03/09/2010)
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Review 4 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"The food was over-salted, and we were placed in a room with a very large, noisy birthday party, despite the fact our reservation was at 5:30 and there were obviously other tables available in other quieter rooms. Service was rushed. Given the dining alternatives in the area, I don't think we'll go back."

Special Features: good for groups

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/06/2010
(review submitted 03/08/2010)
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Review 5 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"what a find-it was beautiful and delicious"

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/26/2010
(review submitted 03/02/2010)
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Review 6 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"One of my favorites. I brought a group there after the opera...a wonderful experience."

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/28/2010
(review submitted 03/02/2010)
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Review 7 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Overall, we had a good experience. My date really enjoyed the food at the restaurant; myself, I thought the food was OK. The homemade pasta was excellent; however, portion size does not equal cost. I had the seppia pasta dish, and it only had two shrimp accompanied by two small-medium size scallops; my dish was lacking at least one of each! You will not walk out stuffed to the gills here."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/27/2010
(review submitted 03/02/2010)
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Review 8 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Food was good and service competent, although rather impersonal. However, be warned: this place is LOUD. Do not go if you are expecting a romantic dinner or to catch up with a friend you haven't seen in a while. It's only good if you want a loud, energetic time."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/27/2010
(review submitted 03/01/2010)
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Review 9 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"The ambiance was good & the food was fair. I would not return to this restaurant, because our waiter was hasty to the point that it was very annoying. Also, he presented the check the same time as the dessert."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/28/2010
(review submitted 02/25/2010)
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Review 10 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"The restaurant is very cozy and romantic, even though many tables are fit closely together. The service was excellent, and the menu very extensive. They also have extensive "specials." It was difficult to make a choice among all of the delicious-sounding entrees. I must go back to try dishes that I missed. This is an excellent restaurant!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/24/2010)
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Review 11 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"My dining experience at Branzino was absolutely superb. Excellent food and a very attentive waitstaff made for a wonderful evening out. I'd go there again in a heartbeat, and will recommend it to friends."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/19/2010
(review submitted 02/23/2010)
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Review 12 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"The restaurant was extremely crowded and noisy. The staff rushed us with our food because they were expecting a big party. We were asked to leave exactly at the 2 hour point, receiving our check before we received our coffees. The food was good."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/20/2010
(review submitted 02/23/2010)
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Review 13 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"It is tiny! So make a reservation ahead of time! The server was knowledgeable and friendly, but seemed a bit frazzled. We loved that it was BYOB, and they didn't make us feel like we were staying too long (and we did)."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/20/2010
(review submitted 02/22/2010)
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Review 14 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Excellent food and amazing specials even on Valentine's day. Service was fast but did feel a little rushed when the check was dropped off before desert was finished- other than that it was an excellent dining experience and I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for authentic italian food in a cozy atmosphere that is also BYOB."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/21/2010)
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Review 15 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"My husband and I were in Philly on business combined with a much-needed weekend away from our regular routine. We were seated immediately upon arriving at a window table, affording us a charming view of happy couples coming and going (it was Valentine's Day, after all). We chose a tuna carpaccio and the arugula salad as appetizers: both were beautifully presented and full of vibrant flavors. Our entrees were a squid ink tagliateli with seafood - nicely spicy and very satisfying - and a mint tagliateli with lamb ragout and olives. This was really the only downfall of the night: no mint and no olives. The dish was delicious, nonetheless. For dessert, we shared a tiramisu: light, yet rich, with a grand espresso topnote. Overall, we loved it."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/20/2010)
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Review 16 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"This is one of the best restaurants we have been to in a long time. The marinara sauce on our shared appetizer was fresh and homemade and you could taste the difference, My bronzino was great as was my husband's veal, The meal was superb and very inexpensive for what you got. The people around us were friendly and our waiter was the best."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/19/2010)
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Review 17 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We enjoyed our dinner at Branzino. The food, service and atmosphere was subperb! Management went out of their wasy to accommodate my Gluten Free diet."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/16/2010)
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Review 18 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"This was our second visit to this restaurant and they did not disappoint. The food is wonderful!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/16/2010)
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Review 19 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"I went with my boyfriend to have dinner on Valentine's day. The restaurant is incredibly small. So much so that you feel like you are having dinner with the table next to you and you feel uncomfortable making conversation with the person you are dining with. The food was fair though overpriced. I would probably not return to this restaurant."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/16/2010)
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Review 20 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Excellent place for dining. We highly recommend it. Food was delicious and the service was great."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/11/2010
(review submitted 02/16/2010)
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Review 21 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The serive during a serious blizzard was special, and warming.The food was neighborhood Italian at its best."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/05/2010
(review submitted 02/08/2010)
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Review 22 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"My dining experience was horrible. I was basically told to leave after an hour and 15 minutes of eating. We still had wine and dessert on out tables and were told to leave. I will never come back to that restaurant again, and I have frequented there many times, including with parties of up to 15. I am so dissapointed."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 02/02/2010)
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Review 23 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Branzino is one of those experiences you will find only in Philadelphia. Traditional, but terrific, Italian dishes, great service and the advantage of BYOB. We went during restaurant week and had an absolutely wonderful time. The ambiance and decor was just what you would expect and it is refreshing to go to a place that is a bit more old school in these days of cold, hard decor with high ceilings. I would definitely recommend."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/27/2010
(review submitted 02/02/2010)
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Review 24 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Not the best place to go during the Restaurant Week special days, probably better on other days, service too intrusive and pushy."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 02/02/2010)
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Review 25 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Food was delicious! I love that it is a BYOB, our meal was so much more reasonable. The service was very good! Will definitely go back!"

Special Features: good for groups

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/27/2010
(review submitted 02/02/2010)
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Review 26 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I went here with a group of friends for a little reunion. I chose this restaurant because we wanted a BYOB, good Italian cuisine, and a restaurant that accepted credit cards. Well, we received 2 out of 3.

Their description indicates they take credit cards, and I also confirmed this when they called me to verify the reservation. However, they did not tell us until after we ordered that they only accept 2 cards per table. This was a little nuisance, it didn't completely ruin our experience, but the staff was just pretty dumb about having this policy. Anyway, if you're going with a large group and are all splitting the bill, you better bring cash."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/30/2010
(review submitted 02/02/2010)
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Review 27 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Awesome.. The service was great and the food was amazing.."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/27/2010
(review submitted 02/01/2010)
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Review 28 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Delicious. The gnocchi was the best ever and I'm a gnocchi fiend!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/30/2010
(review submitted 02/01/2010)
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Review 29 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"First I must point out that the food was some of the best I had ever eaten... Period! The dining area was noisy, but that is to be expected in such a small area. The prices were fair for food of that caliber!! The only downside was that the waitresses were clearly not from america and were a little hard to understand with all the noise. I would easily recommend this to a friend and i will return myself many times. A great place for great food in center city!!!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/30/2010
(review submitted 02/01/2010)
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Review 30 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"We spend at lot of time in Italy and, to compare, the food at Branzino is well prepared and very authentic, hard to find in the USA. The down side was that we were rushed, the courses came out too quickly and the bill was on the table before we finished our coffee. I don't know if this was because it was a Saturday night or it's allways like that. If I were to go back I would need to be assured of a slower paced dining experience."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/30/2010
(review submitted 02/01/2010)
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Review 31 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Of my 5 for this season's restaurant week, this was, by FAR, the best - despite overbooking. The food was more than excellent !"

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
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Review 32 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"Unfortunately, my experience at Branzino Ristorante was unsatisfactory. The food was less than average and the service was poor. Although I received a call that I had a two hour limit (being that it was restaurant week), when at the restaurant, I was told that I had an hour and a half time limit. After this conversation, I was rushed out of the restaurant. I will not go back to this restaurant, not only because of the time-limit issue, but also because the wait-staff and manager were grumpy and because the food, in my opinion, was poor."

Food 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
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Review 33 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"The food and ambiance was outstanding and the service was outstanding until the waiters seemed to be rushing us through our dinner. They brought out our food quickly, took everything away quickly (too quickly), I was still drinking my wine (it is a BYOB) and the waiter tried to take my wine glass without asking if I was finished with it. The maitre'd then came over and asked us to leave after 1 hour and 30 minutes because it was restaurant week and the time limit is 90 minutes per reservation and he had people waiting for our table. He told us to come back again when it is not restaurant week and we could stay as long as we wanted. We left with our unfinished wine bottles on the table and our meal barely digested."

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
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Review 34 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"It was a great meal - even with the bustle of the final night of restaurant week - excellent meal - had an exceptional veal dish!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
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Review 35 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"We've eaten here a number of times, but this week they seemed to be overwhelmed by Phila. Restaurant Week. They were telling us we had to complete our meal in one hour. Accordingly the meal seemed rushed and possibly similarly with the food preparation. They seemed baffled that we wanted to order from the a la carte menu."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/28/2010
(review submitted 01/30/2010)
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Review 36 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"The waiter didn't inform our table that they only take 2 credit cards, which was an issue with a large group. This information should be made available at the beginning of the meal. Also it seemed they short change quantity of food for Restaurant wk."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/26/2010
(review submitted 01/29/2010)
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Review 37 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Signature Branzino fish dish was excellent."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/16/2010
(review submitted 01/28/2010)
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Review 38 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The food was fantastic. I especially enjoyed the grilled calamari. The restaurant itself was very small and cramped but that may have been due to the fact that it was busier than usual because of restaurant week."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/28/2010)
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Review 39 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"will DEFINITELY return to this place"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/26/2010
(review submitted 01/28/2010)
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Review 40 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Really enjoyed the food and service, the only downside to this dining experience was being so close to other tables, and being able to hear their full conversation since they were talking so loud. Very tight dining room, feels like a south philly row home where you stopped in for a homemade italian dinner.

The cheesecake and chocolate covered ice cream where good, but when mixed together were aweaome. Cheesecake ala mod.

Also I had the gnocchi, and added a side of sausage to it which was perfect, the meat addition really went well."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/25/2010
(review submitted 01/27/2010)
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Review 41 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We went there to dine before a 6:30 theater start, with a 5PM reservation. We were greeted and seated immediately. I explained we had to make a 6:30 start time at the Academy and was assured that would not be a problem. Service was superb. The food was both interesting and delicious. The ambiance was elegant, though the tables are a bit close together. I would certainly put this BYOB restaurant on my list of places well worth a 2nd visit."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/24/2010
(review submitted 01/26/2010)
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Review 42 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"I made reservations for 6 for my birthday dinner. It said on opentable to "please note, this is not restaurant week" since the week before and after were. I assumed since it was a saturday night, it would not have the restaurant week menu. Upon arrival we were informed that it was the restaurant week menu (substantially less items). We were seated and our food was served very quickly. As it is a byob, we tried to enjoy the wine we brought, but were asked to leave when we received our dessert because another party was waiting for our table. We were only at the restaurant for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. I would have NEVER made the reservations knowing it was restaurant week. I know most restaurants do not do it on Saturday and opentb"

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/23/2010
(review submitted 01/26/2010)
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Review 43 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Went to Branzino during Philadelphia restaurant week. The three-course meal was lovely. Only complaint: near the end of the meal, it seemed like several of the waitstaff (servers and busboys) were rushing around. We understood it was Restaurant week, and we did not feel rushed out of our table (we were there just over an hour), but having staff literally running from one table back to the kitchen spoiled the ambience. I would recommend the food and the restaurant, but encourage the staff to not _RUN_ past tables, as it detracts from the diners' experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/21/2010
(review submitted 01/26/2010)
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Review 44 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"I would like to give Branzino a second chance. Realizing it was restaurant week but still find it unacceptable that we were rushed the entire meal. Second course was out before first course was finished. The bill was on the table before dessert was half way through and the staff came over 3 times before we even looked at the bill. Food was to salty."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/26/2010)
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Review 45 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Awesome! Great food and service. It's a great BYOB."

Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/25/2010)
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Review 46 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We just returned from a wonderful experience at Branzino. we were a party of 7 with 2 children. Our waiter was so friendly and accomodating. The food was delicious. We can't wait to go back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/24/2010
(review submitted 01/24/2010)
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Review 47 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"I thoroughily enjoyed my meal at Branzino during restaurant week. The food and service were superb. I will definitly return."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/21/2010
(review submitted 01/24/2010)
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Review 48 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We were rushed by the staff because it was "restaurant week" which was the only downside to our experience. Seriously bad manners imo."

Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/24/2010)
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Review 49 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Unfortunately we chose "Restaurant Week" for our first experience with this restaurant so we were informed that our dining experience would be limited to one hour ~ something my boyfriend and I are not accustomed to when dining at a BYOB with a good bottle of wine. But, I must say that the wait staff was very attentive but not overly pushy. The food was fabulous ~ the filet carpaccio was tender and tasty, my boyfriend's stuffed veal dish, though fried, had a sauce that was to die for. My veal medallions were a little overcooked but the accompaniments helped to overcome this. We shared a pasta course which was in additon to the 3 course offerings but well worth the extra cost ~ the gnocci were feather light! We will definitely return!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/24/2010)
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Review 50 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Great byob place! Would definitely go back again. Food & desserts were fantastic!"

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/24/2010)
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Review 51 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Best Italian food in Center City."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/24/2010)
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Review 52 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"the food was excellent- well prepared and presented. we had a $35 fixed price dinner which was an excellent value"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/21/2010
(review submitted 01/23/2010)
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Review 53 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"My party was a group of six people and we were asked to leave after paying the check because they had another group coming in. I felt this was rude. The restuarant was not full. Our bill was over $300.00 and we almost "pushed" to leave even though we were finishing wine and talking. I would not return to this restuarant."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/19/2010
(review submitted 01/21/2010)
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Review 54 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The dining experience was great. All of the staff was very friendly, knowledgable, and courteous."

Special Features: good for groups, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/19/2010
(review submitted 01/21/2010)
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Review 55 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Good food perfect service. The salad was too good and the fish was perfect."

Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/18/2010
(review submitted 01/20/2010)
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Review 56 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"If you're looking for a great find close to the Kimmel Center..this was great! There was a very wide menu selection, not just your typical Italian and the food was outstanding! I also enjoyed that it's BYOB. The ambiance was very intimate, perfect for a romantic evening. We really enjoyed our experience and would definitely go back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/17/2010
(review submitted 01/19/2010)
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Review 57 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Service is exceptional. Food was delicious from pasta to chicken to soup du jour. Will be returning to try many other menu items."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/16/2010
(review submitted 01/19/2010)
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Review 58 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Food was good but not memorable. Nothing special."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/14/2010
(review submitted 01/18/2010)
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Review 59 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Loved Branzino. The host read my open table special instructions and found us a quiet table. The food was fantastic. Nice portions on our salad...and great deserts."

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/15/2010
(review submitted 01/17/2010)
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Review 60 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Enjoyed the meal last night. My only complaint is that we were squeezed into a very small table which did take aware from our comfort during dinner."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/16/2010
(review submitted 01/17/2010)
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Review 61 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"BRAZINO WAS A GOOD CHOICE FOR MY SPECIAL OCCASION,THE DINING EXPERIENCE WAS GOOD BUT THE MENU IS ALITTLE VAGUE.IT STATES ALL THE ENTREES ARE ACCOMPANIED WITH GRILLED VEGATABLES BUT THEY GIVE YOU THE SAME BROCCOLI AND CARROT FAN WITH EVERYTHING. THE PRICE WAS GOOD FOR THE ARE BUT OVERPRICE FOR PORTIONS THAT ARE SERVED.DON'T GET ME WRONG IT'S A GREAT BYOB,WHICH ARE FAR & IN BETWEEN IN PHILLY.I EXPERIENCED THE OSSO BUCO WHICH WAS SERVED ON A BED OF MUSHROOM RISOTTO W/A RED WINE REDUCTION, TENDER/FLAVORFUL IN EACH BITE.MY WIFE HAD THE SIGNATURE'BRANZINO' WHICH WAS SERVED W/GRILLED VEGGIE,MY APPETIZER WAS THE GRILLED CALAMARI WITH AN OLIVE OIL & HERB VINIGRETTE VINE RIPE TOMATOES & THINLY RED ONION WAS TENDER AND DELICIOUS.WOULD I GO AGAIN YES!"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/11/2010
(review submitted 01/12/2010)
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Review 62 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Excellent Italian BYO. We think it's the best of those close to the Kimmel Center and South Broad Street [Avenue of the Arts] attractions. Great mushroom rissotto, good portion sizes, reasonably priced."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/09/2010
(review submitted 01/12/2010)
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Review 63 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The food was good and the atmosphere was romantic. It was a little tight but the crowd was not too large so it was a nice evening."

Special Features: romantic

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/09/2010
(review submitted 01/11/2010)
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Review 64 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Food was very good, but salty. The specials were overpriced."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/08/2010
(review submitted 01/10/2010)
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Review 65 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Friendly service, BYOB, and very large portion and quality of food. Very near Kimmel center and will vilidate parking at a near by garage (also near Kimmel). Highly recommended for pre-show meals."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/04/2010)
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Review 66 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"This is one of the best BYOB's in the city! Try the Branzino! They will make the pasta dishes as half orders for an appetizer if you're interested - so you can have a little of everything!!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/02/2010
(review submitted 01/04/2010)
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Review 67 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"One of the best Italian BYOB's in the city! Outstanding service and food quality - even on New Year's Eve. Be sure to try the calamari appetizer and the porcini gnocchi - best we've ever had."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/04/2010)
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Review 68 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Loved the food and the service. Was a perfect place for a quiet reunion dinner with dear old friends."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/28/2009
(review submitted 01/02/2010)
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Review 69 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Loved it - definitely returning - the fresh-made 3-cheese ravioli with raisins was phenomenal, and my husband's fish delish!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/30/2009
(review submitted 01/02/2010)
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Review 70 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"New Year's Eve is always a challenge for a restaurant. We found Branzino to be up to the challenge. The food was excellent and the wait staff did a wonderful job."

Food 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/02/2010)
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Review 71 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Attended Branzino for xmas supper with 2 senior & not very adventurous eaters-it was perfect. Italian standards well-prepared,a comfortable space and wonderful attentive service. Thank you."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/25/2009
(review submitted 01/01/2010)
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Review 72 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Food was great - Osso Bucco especially. Kid's portion of plain spaghetti was good but priced a bit high at $12. Despite several attempts, the restaurant could not fix an air vent under our table that blew frigid outdoor air onto our legs, making two members of our party uncomfortable. Otherwise the ambiance was very nice."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/29/2009
(review submitted 12/31/2009)
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Review 73 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Great food! Gnocchi and risotto were fantastic, and the staff was very attentive."

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/28/2009
(review submitted 12/30/2009)
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Review 74 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"This is just a delicious restaurant and rely on it often for perfectly executed meals from their outstanding kitchen and friendly service staff."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/25/2009
(review submitted 12/27/2009)
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Review 75 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"one of the best italian meals i have ever had. and the people made it even more memorable."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/13/2009
(review submitted 12/15/2009)
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Review 76 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"It was our girls' holiday dinner out and I was so pleased with the food, service and overall experience! The servers were on top of the drinks and clearing of dishes the whole night! The food was delicious! I will definitely be coming back and spreading the word to friends and family!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/12/2009
(review submitted 12/14/2009)
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Review 77 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"It was our second visit. I had the branzino, clearly the best version I have ever had. My husband and his friend had a veal cheek ravioli that the chef was trying for the first time, It was devine!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/12/2009
(review submitted 12/14/2009)
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Review 78 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Always excellent, and seems to get better with time. A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++!!!!!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/08/2009
(review submitted 12/13/2009)
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Review 79 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"experience was great as always. we were disappointed that there was no branzino as we brought friends for the first time to try the branzino that we had raved about."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/09/2009
(review submitted 12/13/2009)
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Review 80 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Food was great, but way to noisy!"

Special Features: romantic

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/04/2009
(review submitted 12/07/2009)
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Review 81 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"As always, the food was excellent and the service very friendly. However, there were a group of 12 twenty-something women (dressed to the nines) who had too much wine and were extremely NOISY!! This ruined our evening! I was there with my neice - I had raved about Branzino to her - whom I had not seen in more than three years; we wanted to talk but that was not possible. There was also another rather large loud group in our upstairs room (which is the room in which I generally prefer to dine when at Branzino.) The management was very apologic (they even attempted to quiet the noisy women on several occasions) but, of course, 12 brings more revenue than two . . . Still a most unpleasant experience for us."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/04/2009
(review submitted 12/07/2009)
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Review 82 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Great food and innovative choices"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/01/2009
(review submitted 12/03/2009)
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Review 83 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I have been to this restaurantseveral times over the last few years, and the food is consistently enjoyable. The menu has a good range of choices, anyone can find more than one selection to their liking. Food is fresh, deliscious, presented nicely on the plate.The Branzino is better than any other I have had at other restaurants. Restaurant drawback is the noise level. The fact that the restaurant is a BYO is a plus."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/28/2009
(review submitted 12/03/2009)
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Review 84 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Has great food and a good feel. The only problem was the noise, the confined space worked as a echo and every conversation blended into ambient noise."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/28/2009
(review submitted 12/02/2009)
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Review 85 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"A great BYOB in Rittenhouse. The food and service were excellent. Definately need to make a reservation for this gem."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/20/2009
(review submitted 11/23/2009)
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Review 86 for Branzino Italian Ristorante

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Excellent byob, consistently good.
Service, ambience, etc. all topnotch.
Osso bucco is one of their best dishes.
Highly recommended."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/21/2009
(review submitted 11/23/2009)
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Branzino Italian Ristorante Based on the average of (130) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating 4.1 out of 5 (Very Good)
Food 4.2 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.8 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.1 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)
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