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Bliss Restaurant was named one of the top 20 new restaurants by Esquire Magazine, and was voted as one of the 50 best restaurants by Philadelphia Magazine. Bliss offers a modern American menu in a fine dining/casual setting.
Located in the heart of center city Philadelphia along the Avenue of the Arts, Bliss is a short walk from the Kimmel Center, Academy of Music, Merriam Theatre and Rittenhouse Square.
Conveniently located next door is The Bellevue, which houses many upscale retail shops, the Hyatt Hotel and The Sporting Club. Bliss is also a short ride to the Sports Complex in South Philadelphia which is easily accessible by public transportation.
Bliss Restaurant is the perfect place for lunch, dinner, cocktails, and special occasions.
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Located in the heart of center city Philadelphia along the Avenue of the Arts, Bliss is a short walk from the Kimmel Center, Academy of Music, Merriam Theatre and Rittenhouse Square.
Conveniently located next door is The Bellevue, which houses many upscale retail shops, the Hyatt Hotel and The Sporting Club. Bliss is also a short ride to the Sports Complex in South Philadelphia which is easily accessible by public transportation.
Bliss Restaurant is the perfect place for lunch, dinner, cocktails, and special occasions.
203 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 203 reviews
5 stars
(57)
4 stars
(97)
3 stars
(36)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(5)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(71)
- special occasion(63)
- neighborhood gem(51)
- romantic(46)
- great for lunch(37)
- good for groups(26)
Bliss Reviews List
Review 1 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
First visit
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We decided to try a new place before the matinee after going to Nineteen many times. My friend wanted to try Bliss, so we made a reservation for lunch. The room is rather small with the tables close together, but the chairs are very comfortable. There were tables outside also, but it was too hot to sit out there! The menu is good with a fair number of choices. Our waiter, Eric, was excellent. We both had the pear and gorgonzola salad which was very good. I had the cheesesteak empanadas and was disappointed since they did not have much flavor and the pastry was greasy. My friend had the chicken panini and was pleased with it. I would probably prefer to not go back to Bliss, but if my friend wanted to I would agree. Nineteen is MUCH better."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"great food and the service team was swell -- however because our entrées took so long and we had theater tix, we were unable to have coffee or dessert. next time we'll reserve a tad earlier so that we can enjoy the full meal~ will return for sure though."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great location + good dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Finding a good dining choice along Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts can be hit & miss. We've found that Bliss has the ideal location combined with (usually) good food, service, and atmosphere. We go back again and again."
Dined on 6/13/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely Fabulous!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Bliss continues to deliver a fabulous dining experience. From the moment you arrive until your meal is finished, you will feel special. The food was delicious (I ordered the salmon and a pear salad). This is my second time at Bliss, and it keeps getting better. I highly recommend this restaurant!!!"
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Girls night before Kimmel
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We all had a great dinner, the staff were very kind to get us served and ready to leave in time for our program. Have been before and I was delighted that my friends who have never been were pleased with their selections, and I could confirm consistency for myself."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 6 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great starters: lobster and shrimp salad lightly dressed and flatbread with beef tips, goat cheese and arugula with light balsamic drizzle - both perfect!! The hot seafood pot was scrumptious. Kevin took great care of us and pretty much the entire restaurant. Thank you. Look forward to returning and recommending to friends."
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Evening Out
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Before the Wilma play, Bliss is not only a convenient location, but also the food was good, especially the sea bass. We have been to Bliss numerous times."
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 8 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The windows were open onto Broad Street and as a result we got to hear every loud siren, motor bike, truck etc. Needless to say, the noise did not compliment our meal. We will not return in summer because of this."
Dined on 6/01/2013
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Review 9 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love their appetizers and they get better and more creative each visit. Service is always charming and responsive.
Everyone enjoyed the meal;everything was prepared and presented well.
Such a great location on the Avenue of the Arts for pre-concert, shows, etc.
Calm and permits conversation which is unusual and really appreciated these days."
Everyone enjoyed the meal;everything was prepared and presented well.
Such a great location on the Avenue of the Arts for pre-concert, shows, etc.
Calm and permits conversation which is unusual and really appreciated these days."
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very good location pre theatre."
Dined on 5/28/2013
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Review 11 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Perfect for a before-concert dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Perfectly situated on the Avenue of the Arts, this restaurant served our purposes for a before-symphony dinner. Sleek decor, small dining room that played music quietly in the background, and floor to ceiling picture windows, made for a new destination to eat before walking the block or so to the Kimmel Center. The Chilean Bass was superb but the seafood hot pot didn't have much flavor. For the money, they could do better with the quality of their bread and rolls. But the wait staff was excellent."
Dined on 5/25/2013
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Review 12 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not coming back
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good but pricey for the quality if the food. Drinks barely had any alcohol in them and I don't like strong drinks! Waitress was polite and the courses just came out too fast. Dinner was done in less than an hour and the restaurant not at all crowded. It wasn't an awful dining experience but I would not go back!"
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 13 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
sadly,never again
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"this used to be so great but no more. The food was awful. The service poor and smelling of smoke. No one seemed to have a clue. So bad in every way that it was shocking. I don't know if the mgt changed but suffice it to say, its off the list. Sad."
Dined on 2/14/2013
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Review 14 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Stuff
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food excellent service and ambience! We've been many times in the past several years: never fails to exceed expectations for a reasonably priced city center restaurant. ery convenient for nearby theaters and concert halls!"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 15 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always a pleasure to dine at Bliss!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 16 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good not great
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Bliss has changed a lot since they first opened. I remember very "fancy" and very small portions for lots of money. Apparently that didn't work for them with the Theatre crowd they get. So as far as I can tell from he last two meals there, they have moderated their prices slightly and beefed up portions.. Last time I had the Lobster and shrimp Risotto. It was well flavored, but the risotto a little too sticky. My friend had the crab cake which was a goos size and very well made. The wine list is decent and affordable."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 17 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
PERFECT LOCATION
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great restaurant with an interesting menu. Portions are perfect. Service and ambience wonderful. Full bar and the ability to sit inside or outside. You get to people watch and enjoy good drinks and food. The staff are wonderful and attentive to all."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 18 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
meh for brunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Mother's Day brunch is a tough one. The restaurants are overloaded and the prix fixe menu has got to be to rough. Bliss is pretty inside and though very busy and a little distracted, our waiter was pleasant and helpful. The salads were lovely, and tomato soup was fresh-tasting and lightly herbaceous. My omelette was watery, though, and the hollandaise on the eggs benedict was bland and a little hardened. Overall, brunch was fine, but I won't hurry back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 19 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mother's Day brunch for 3
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Chose Bliss because of the Open Table - Amex affiliation and because the manager was kind enough to forward me the Mother's Day Brunch menu ahead of time. Location was perfect - 2 blocks from the Kimmel Center where we were attending the 3:00pm Philly Pops concert. We arrived about 10 minutes before our 1:30 reservation and were seated immediately, which was great.
Food was excellent - nicely prepared and good-sized portions as well as a great selection on both the prix-fixe Mother's Day menu as well as their standard menu. However, service was extremely slow, and we finally had to press the server for dessert so that we could make our concert.
We'd go back again for the food, but only when we don't have anything else afterwards."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 20 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I understand why the reviews varied
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I couldn't figure out why the reviews on yelp and here were so varied. The food was good, nice. The waitress was great. I ordered a cheese plate for dessert. They have this strange rule where you have to order 4 hard or 4 soft cheeses- no substitutions. I ordered the 4 soft , happy to find camembert on the menu. The waitress returned and apologized, they were out of camembert so I could have double portions of one of the other cheeses. I asked about a hard cheese instead and she said, no substitutions. It wasn't a substitution, it was a replacement for a cheese they advertised and then didn't have. The fun in a cheese plate is variety. Small things like this, the difference between a substitution and a replacement, matter."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 21 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Again Bliss was very good as usual. Our waitress, Mia was very knowledgeable with the menu and attentive to our needs. We will be back next month."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Close but no cigar!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We always enjoy Bliss and you can't beat it for pre-event dining. Problem was we were there just to enjoy dinner. Once our dinner was served the wait staff forgot us repeatedly and there was only one other couple in the place! Also, there is just way too much food so it is off putting"
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 23 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great before a show
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We decided to give Bliss a try since we were going to see the Philly Pops for my birthday. The place was packed. Our server was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. She was a real gem. The soft cheese plate appetizer was fantastic and the server took the time to explain the four cheeses. I had the filet which was cooked to perfection. My mom had the pork loin with mashed sweet potatoes and spinach. She loved it. The service would have been 5 star except it took a significant amount of time for us to get our meal. Apparently, a very large party upstairs had thrown the kitchen back some. We still made it for the show and we will definitely go back."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our group of 8 went for lunch before a Philadelphia Orchestra concert. We arrived at opening time - 11:30 AM. We wanted to be at Kimmel Center (one block away) by 1 PM. We did not make it. I know serving a table of 8 is challenging but i thought it was not unreasonable for us to get lunch in an hour and a half. I am disappointed it did not happen. One shortcoming may have been that we did not inform the waiter of our time constraints. Many ordered the Fixe prix. Appetizer and dessert courses were spot on. However, my main course of Salmon on Risotto gave me a very dry risotto and overdone salmon. Both were tasty but too dry. Two diners who ordered chicken said it was dry. The waiter was solicitous, courteous, and tried to meet our requests."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bliss revisited
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been to Bliss before, and it was much better than this visit. With so many other options, I don't think we will be back."
Dined on 5/09/2013
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Review 26 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Brunch review
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food not good enough to merit a second visit. Too many other, similarly priced venues with better sources for ingredients and no tendency to overcook."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 27 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
So So meal
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We dined at Bliss Saturday. Eric, the waiter is a gem bukt can't say that for the food. It was average. My friend had the rice with shrimp and crabmeat and it took a little effort to find it."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: scenic view, late-night find
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Review 28 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was fine - seafood hot
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was fine - seafood hot pot was tasty, though so salty I may have been dehydrated for days."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
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Review 29 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The only downside was the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The only downside was the tight quarters. The waiters kept hitting my chair when they tried to squeeze between my table and the adjacent one."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2008
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Review 30 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Convienent for the Concert-Goer
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was very mediocre for the price. Nothing special to bring me back. I suspect that this restaurant exists exclusively for the Broad Street theatre and concert-going crowd only. It is convenient, but that's about it."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2012
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Review 31 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very nice experience. I had
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very nice experience. I had my 12 year old granddaughter with me and it was a bit sophisticated for her but we both enjoyed it. Quality and preparation of the food was very good."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2010
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 32 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really enjoyed Bliss. Great location and decor, tho only downside for us was being put upstairs which is a bit dark and living roomy...server was excellent and split up the crab salad we asked for which was excellent. My gf had seafood risotto which was excellent and I had seafood hotpot which was nice if a touch watery. Overall though I felt the food was quality and we had a great experience. We will be back"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mediocre
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"In a city with fantastic dining options, Bliss is a mediocre choice. The scallops with pineapple chutney, the filet flatbread, and duck were fine. All were standard dishes. For the prices we expected more creativity. Two items from our dinner that did stand out were the short rib special and the peanut butter s'more dessert. Both were fantastic and worth the price paid. Food arrived on time, but service was awkward. Our waiter scolded another employee in front of our table for not offering bread before our appetizers arrived and at the end asked if we could possibly tip in cash. The two great dishes we had did not make a good enough impression for us to have a return trip to the restaurant."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2008
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Review 34 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Quite nice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious dinner. The seafood hot pot was a perfectly balanced blend. Gnocchi was delicious too. Simple yet relaxing atmosphere. Cappuccino was yummy too. Service was wonderful."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 35 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good But Expected Better
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bliss is a small restaurant with a nice atmosphere. We sat at a table but the bar also looked like an inviting place to sit and have a drink. Our waiter was knowledgeable, pleasant, and helpful. There were no problems and the experience was enjoyable. The reason for my rating was that the food was good but not memorable. We ordered a ricotta-crab gnudi and it was a little gritty and fishy. The entree's were both good, we had the Sea Bass and the Seafood Pot, but again nothing special. Bliss has a lot of potential but they are ruining their chances with lack-luster food. We were there at 8:00pm on a Saturday night and the place was less than half full. Its a shame someone at Bliss doesn't have more vision."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
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Review 36 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another consistently good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Another consistently good experience at Bliss."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great location - close to
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great location - close to the theaters and good for people-watching along Broad St.
Food was nothing special but good, solid American with an emphasis on seasonal produce and seafood. The desserts were excellent.
Sadly my filet was more well than medium.
Sadly my filet was more well than medium.
Overall we enjoyed it but not sure the food was worth the price tag."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 38 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had an early reservation
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had an early reservation and were the only ones in the restaurant for quite awhile. Our food was good, although the bread was terrible and the scallops were chewy."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 39 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistent food. Attentive service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Consistent food. Attentive service. The waiter found out it was our wedding anniversary and brought us a free dessert. We have been here about 4 or 5 times. Always good. Great place before a show."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2006
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always high on my list for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always high on my list for lunch and dinner!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 41 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Anniversary
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"They were fantastic from the get go. I had asked for them to put a simple note on the table indicating it was my wife and my first anniversary. They independently and with no cost bought a beautiful Hallmark card and staff delicately penned a lovely message to us. The service was excellent and the convivial waiter top-notch, striking that perfect balance of interested in our experience but allowing a private dinner. And the food...well get the gnocchi, you will think about it the whole next week! Please go, I know I will again."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2009
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Review 42 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
One of the worst food experiences
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the worst food experiences we have had in our many world wide trips. The black bean sauce paired with a so-so very dry beef tenderloin was even worse than the very hard and bitter brussle sprouts and mushy so called potatoe pancakes. On a Friday night the place was nearly vacant. I suggest they close it."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2011
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Review 43 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food and service were very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food and service were very good. I would recommend it."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 44 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Bread -rolls did not seem
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bread -rolls did not seem fresh. My crab cake was just warm . My husband enjoyed his filet."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic
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Review 45 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall a very nice evening.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall a very nice evening. The waitress was great. The food is very good, but perhaps not very inventive. I'm suprized that it was not more busy on a Saturday night."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2006
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Review 46 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
It was terrible. the food
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was terrible. the food was inedible. I couldn';t even eat the salmon entree. The salad had no flavor. I eat in philly alot, and figured I'd try this place.....one of the worst restaurants in town!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
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Review 47 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Went to Bliss before the theatre.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went to Bliss before the theatre. It is very convenient to Academy of Music. We let the waitress know we had theatre tickets and she was very good with the timing of food and check. Will return."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 48 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Courteous service and very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Courteous service and very good value"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2009
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 49 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Appetizers were pretty standard.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Appetizers were pretty standard. Not a whole lot to brag about. But the entrees were amazing. We purchased the duck and pork tenderloin. Both were legitimently the best I have ever tasted at a restaurant and the portion sizes were very good. Great location too!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 50 for Bliss
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding Service !!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"We always eat at Bliss before attending the theater at the Academy or the Merriam. You can never go wrong with dinner at Bliss. They always have a creative menu ... always offering a special fish and/or a special gnocchi. The maitre'd, the wait staff and bartender are always "up", pleasing and have a need to keep the customer happy. If only all restaurants in the Philadelphia would follow Bliss' lead. Bravo !"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch
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