Top Chef Kevin Sbraga's new restaurant located at 440 S. Broad Street is now open! The menu features a four course prix fixe tasting for $49.00. A la carte dining will be available at the bar.
"Had a great meal at Sbraga. The portion sizes are quite small, and I found myself wanting more of each dish which is just a testament to how good the food was. Will definitely be coming back"
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"I have to admit that I am dubious of any restaurant with raving reviews in Philadelphia. I saw Sbraga's performance on his season of Top Chef, and didn't know what to expect. BOY, am I glad that I tried this place!
Incredibly elegant, creative, beautiful and balanced flavors. I LOVED the octopus dish with olive tapenade. The bold flavors were awesome, and not like anything I've had in Philly, and I have eaten pretty much everywhere. That's the kind of food I want to eat always. My only negative comment would be that although the wagyu beef was beautifully cooked, the accompaniments were a bit of a waste. I didn't bother eating them after tasting. A more creative sauce and side would have elevated the dish.
Will return!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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"Looking for a place to dine before an event at the Kimmel Center, this restaurant came to my attention. I was intrigued by the menu..and called to see if we could make the event, and still enjoy the fabulous 4 courses...and was assured that there would be time. And I am so glad, because we (party of four) had the dining experience of a lifetime!!! Unusual combinations, that sang to every taste bud ! The portions were not overwhelming, and good thing, since some were so rich...the size made them guilt free! I can't wait for my next chance to dine! The service was pampering and informative, and was a large part of the fine dining experience! YUM!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"It was hard to relax and enjoy the amazing meal, dish after dish, due to the fact that the temperature was like a meat locker and I had a constant breeze from the AC vents above my head. But the food was mind blowingly good! Its a must try. Just bring a sweater!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
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"my go to restaurant in the city. The food is always fantastic & always different from the last time. The service is warm and knowledgable. Will be back soon for another GREAT meal."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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"The $49 prix fixe menu had enough choices to satisfy most people. I thought the second course could have had more variety. There were at least 4 fish choices - among them calimari, octopus and other exotic fish. There was a fluke which was good. My third course was the lamb which was well prepared and very tasty. I had the bisquite savoire for dessert which was also very good. I would return to ths restaurant."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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"Several previous restaurants had failed at this Pine and Broad location. So I was pleased to see Sbraga thriving and developing a neighborhood following. The decor is lovely, the waitstaff were excellent and helpful. The food was creative, unique and excellent. Lots of surprise spices and heat, which were a delight to us. The winelist is unique with excellent and unusual choices like Primitivos and vintages from the Canary Islands.
We. Had an excellent time and an exclent meal."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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"My husband and I were beyond pleased with Sbraga. Everything was done so well, and novel. I highly recommend the roast pork! Delicious. Great food and great service."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"Service was great. 25th wedding anniv dinner.4 courses including dessert. Everything was good except main entrees fell a little short. I'd recommend, but don't believe it achieved the ranking given it by Philadelphia Magazine."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"Food and service was awesome! But tables for 2 were crammed too tight next to each other. It's actually uncomfortable when you first sit down. You're right on top off couples to your left and right! If I go back, it will be with a party larger than 2! Those tables looked ok. Food portions small but tastes are amazing. Our waiter was great. Just wish they didn't pack us like sardines!! Would have been more fun. Next time I'm bringing friends so they give us a larger table!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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"After several visits to Sbraga, the food and staff continue to amaze and delight. This time I was accompanied by two very discriminating diners and they are converts to Chef's foie gras soup, his pastas (can life get better than gnocchi with escargot?) and the amazing desserts. My friends kept comparing Sbraga's food to the best in NY City and Europe!!! The service, as always, was superb; starting with hosts, the efficient and accommodating manager, Ben, and the team of wait-staff who ensure smooth and attentive service. Will be returning as long as the Chef keeps preparing his masterpieces."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"Sbraga lived up to its reputation for innovation, creativity, and just plain deliciousness. The service was impeccable and we even had a nice chat with our dining neighbors!"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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"The food was great and the staff was energetic and friendly. They provided our group with good recommendations and we were very pleased with the selections."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"My first visit; well worth it. Some have complained that the servings in the four course dinner are too small; if you have a big appetite that could be the case but I left feeling quite comfortable (although I certainly wouldn't have minded a bit more). Each course was very well done; much attention to detail and plating and the flavors were bold. If you don't have much tolerance for some spice (i.e. heat), you would want to order carefully. Service was excellent. I look forward to returning the next time i'm in Philly."
Dined on 4/29/2013
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"The menu is changed fairly often - so check it out. This time, most of the dishes were seasoned with chile or peppers or both - something that one could not gather from reading the menu. This was disappointing as neither are my favorites and one of my dining companion has a food intolerance to both. The food is generally excellent but this visit was a disappointment."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"The restaurant definately sets out to provide a dining experience. The staff knows their stuff. The limited menu doesn't provide much for the non-meat eater. The 4 course tasting menu is the only option. The 1st 2 cources were miniscule. The crab salad was literally 1 teaspoon with 5 drops of sauce. It tasted OK. My second course was grilled eggplant. It was half of a strip of chewy eggplant, 1 1/2 inches in length, the sauce was overpowering. It took 45 minutes for each course to arrive.The fried chicken was excellent; moist and tasty, but the 2 legs must have been taken from the smallest bird in the coop. After waiting so long to eat we asked for dessert and the check when the main course arrived.The banana split was the best think."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
Special Features: hot spot
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"I had high expectations for Sbraga, having seen Kevin Sbraga on "Top Chef" and eaten some of his food at a tasting years ago... Fortunately, SBRAGA delivered in all areas from the ambiance to the service, and, most importatntly, the food!
My wife and I took two other foodie couples, and they too thought that the experience was terrific. We were all impressed with the creativity and bold flavors - certainly one of the best meals I've had in several years.
I can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"Food was absolutely outstanding and worth the high prices. I had the octopus and the lamb and loved them both. Servers were friendly and knowledgeable and never instrusive."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"Was not impressed, in fact was very disappointed. They publicize a 4 course menu, but it should have been 8 courses given the size of each one! I was so hungry when I left that I ate a snack in my hotel room as soon as I arrived back. The wine pairings were lovely, they just need to increase their portion sizes especially for the money. Also, I chose the meat loaf which the server told me was "what they were known for". I frankly cannot understand why because not only was this the size of a silver dollar, but it was so salty that I could barely eat it. Other food items had good flavor, but I would not bother returning."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2002
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"If I didn't know better I would have thought we were dining in NYC. This restaurant had a great setting, deliciuos food and a super staff. We'll be back."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"Sbraga was everything I expected. An exciting experience, spectacular tastes with very creative combinations. The tasting menu had more than enough options in each course, I had to make decisions between two or more rather then finding something that I might want to try. The service was very attentive, a real team effort. I had reviewed the online menu prior to going, but was happy to find a new addition to the first course, a beef tartare which had just the right amount of heat and an interesting drink pairing. I will go back soon, but won't get the drink pairing for $35. For me, it wasn't worth the price ($70 for our table of 2), perhaps because I don't have the palate for subtle wine/drink pairings. The entire experience was wonderful!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"Exceptional evening at Sbaga to celebrate our anniversary -- from the bartender to the waitstaff,it could not have been nicer. Amazing, creative food and a delightful experience. Wish such a place existed in DC!Without doubt, we will return."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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"Superb food and excellant service......Chef has the ability to take gourmet ingredients such as fois grois and make them into new exciting preparations such as a delicious soup, or a simple dish such as fried chicken and elevate it to an elegant gourmet dish. I cannot wait to go back !!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Creative, inventive, and delicious dishes -- a great value at $50 for a four-course prix fixe. We loved seeing Chef Sbraga at work in his own open kitchen on a Friday night."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"The food was awesome and the waiter made me feel confident enough to try food I would never try..(like the tempura frogs legs) And I cleaned every plate..we also had the beverage pairing and it was perfect, We were impressed!! And we will return!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"This was our sixth or seventh visit to what is clearly the best restaurant on a food/value scale in the city. The shrimp scampi soup, the gnochi with snails, the coriander infused spring lamb and the praline napoleon were all memorable. Even though every table was taken the service was seamless. We had been delayed getting into town and called in and ordered from the menu they read to us so that everything was ready when we arrived and therefore didn't have to worry about being late for our concert."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, hot spot
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"This was a very creative restaurant with a very well paced 4 course meal, with matching beverages if you wish. There are not many vegetarian choices, but the courses that are offered are thoughtful and often inspired choices. In comparison to many restaurants, portion sizes are intentionally not large, but by the end of the meal you will probably like you have had enough to eat. Many restaurants that try to pull this off end up with long gaps between courses, and the organization of the meal was nearly as impressive as the food itself. Highly recommended!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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"This restaurant had a relaxed but urban feel; and the waitstaff, from maitre d to busboys, was knowledgeable and professional. Food was excellent, prepared just right and presented with imagination. Only complaint: the noise level and the background disco-beat music."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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"This rates as one of the best meals ever. We can be somewhat critical having dined in so many superlative restaurants. Everything was perfectly done. First time dining there so you never know until doing so if it will live up to the rep. It does! One might think at this price the portions might be small. Granted they are not large. But this is fine dining of exceptional ingredients, recipes, preparation, presentation. Each one was done so well and portioned and timed appropriately so that by the end of the 4 courses you are content with everything. Tremendous variety of choices for each of the 4 courses. Eyes were rolling in delight :) Bravo!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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"I was sadly disappointed by an uneven meal at Sbraga. The meal started (chicken liver mousse) and ended (roasted pepper pineapple) on high notes, but the seafood course (octopus) was too dry and the meat course (lamb) was incredibly salty."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2003
Special Features: special occasion
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"The wine pairings made the night extra special. The server was also able to accommodate a change in wine pairing for one of the courses which was also nice. Even though the restaurant was busy and the tables were close together, it still felt romantic and made for a really great night."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Stylish and trendy decor. My mother complained about the music, so maybe not the best place to take a senior citizen that would prefer a quieter meal. The signature dishes are excellent."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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"From the minute we walked in my husband and I knew we were going to have an amazing dinner. The staff was friendly and welcoming. They sat us right at our table and then the fun began. There are always times you go to restaurants with new unique items you want to try and at Sbraga with the 4 course menu you can try it all. Our waitress was very knowledgeable on the menu and was able to educate us on many foods we had never even heard of. We had so much fun trying and sharing each dish. I don't have one thing to recommend because anything you order will be amazing. It was my husbands birthday so Chef Kevin had a little baggie of chocolate krispys and a birthday note for him. We can't wait to go back! Thank you Sbraga!!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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"The food was the best part...surprising combinations and presented in interesting ways. HOWEVER, MY SPECIAL MEATLOAF WAS TOO SALTY FOR ME AND MY FRIEND NEEDED TO RETURN HER DINNER BECAUSE OF THE SALTINESS... Now for the disappointing elements: THE NOISE FACTOR MADE IT DIFFICULT TO HAVE A CONVERSATION AND THE BASS-LOADED MUSIC MADE IT WORSE!!! Unless I am able to dine earlier or much later, I probably will find another restaurant in the same area..."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2005
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