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The Pickled Heron Reviews List

The Pickled Heron

The Pickled Heron is passionate about promoting local and seasonal products, staying in touch with the farms and farmers that supply us and producing artisanal breads and charcuterie to enhance the dining experience.
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98 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
(98 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 98 reviews
5 stars
(55)
4 stars
(34)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
1.9 / 3
Moderate
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  • fit for foodies(82)
  • neighborhood gem(78)
  • romantic(43)
  • special occasion(39)
  • good for groups(15)
  • hot spot(14)
The Pickled Heron Reviews List
Review 1 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good, not quite great yet

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This cute little byob has great potential. The dishes are imaginative, but sometimes just miss the mark. Ordered the steak, but it was in need of a little salt. It was cooked beautifully, but was very bland and had no taste. Loved the sweet potato biscuit that came with the steak, and even paid for some to take home. When I tried them the next morning, I was very disappointed to find that the biscuits tasted half-baked, extremely dense and heavy in texture and sooo salty that they were inedible! They didn't even LOOK like the same thing I had the night before! Had to throw them out after one bite.
The tables are placed a little close, so don't plan on having any type of private conversations. Service was friendly and efficient."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Beautiful Neighborhood Gem

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I went to the Pickled Heron for Mother's Day brunch with no idea what to expect, and it was wonderful. Parking was easy, and the inside of the restaurant itself is beautiful, bright yellow and inviting. We were seated right away and throughout the meal, the service was timely and friendly. I had the duck confit eggs benedict and it was delicious, specifically the house made english muffin. Another member of the party had the lobster roll, which was made with too much tarragon, it was hard to taste the lobster. The French press coffee was delicious and the homemade jam served with bread was wonderful as well. Overall, I'd definitely go back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always love the Pickled Heron

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I have been here a few times- and I have never had anything that wasn't phenomenal. As someone who is fortunate enough to dine out frequently, and live in a "food city", the Pickled Heron is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. I love the local and seasonal choices, and the chefs are amazing at coming up with new spins on classic dishes. The revolving menu means that there are always different menu items, and they never disappoint! Everyone I have ever brought here raves about the food! The local art on the walls (changed monthly, maybe?) is just another facet to remind the customer that this is a place that is invested in the here & now, keeping in line with their menu.
BYO & cash only (worth mentioning, but no big deal)
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Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a great neighborhood

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"What a great neighborhood gem! And if it weren't for Open Table....we wouldn't have found this wonderful place. The food is astounding! Keep up the good work. We will be back!"
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Second time I have eaten there

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Second time I have eaten there and food was terrific!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything was prepared perfectly,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Everything was prepared perfectly, without being loud like most BYOB's in Philly. Great seafood, and appetizers! We are definitely going back soon."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My Crispy duck done medium

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My Crispy duck done medium rare was superb and My partner raved about her mint ravioli. Pleasant staff and interesting art displayed on the walls. I highly recommend this gem of a restaurant on the East Kensington side of Frankford Avenue!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2013
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Review 8 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We like this little restaurant.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We like this little restaurant. But the food is uneven. There are bursts of brilliance and moments of disaster. The menu is small and the selections offer variety. Service is charming, efficient and caring."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 9 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fishtown's finest

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Friendly place, great service and fine dining."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Lovely people, excellent food.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Lovely people, excellent food. Like bing in a wonderful small bistro in Paris!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 11 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The room is pretty and the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The room is pretty and the food fantastic. Service was good too. Large portions -- but hard to resist eating everything. Delicious scallops, bavette (cooked perfectly), duck breast - great salad -- charcuterie is always excellent. A wonderful spot!!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Lovely experience, fantastic

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Lovely experience, fantastic food. The only down side is the lack of cabs."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We never heard of the restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We never heard of the restaurant but found it on Open Table. We started off with Cream of Potato soup, a satisfying starter. For dinner I had sirloin of lamb with an interesting. delicious side. The sirloin was cooked precisely as asked for.It was flavorful and came with a wonderful sauce. My wife had a brace of quails with swiss chard and a quinoa stuffing topped with a complementary sauce. She claimed it to be extraordinary. The desserts was well worth the calories. Creme brulee made with a duck egg, was all that one expects but seldom gets when ordering this dish. The opera cake was rich and wonderful. The server was professional and helpful. The cost, a bargain for the quality.Can't wait to go back again."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best food in Fishtown

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food here is truly outstanding. I have yet to be disappointed; am always thinking "wow! this is the best meal I've had in a while" when dining here. Scallops are divine (and that black rice was awesome!) And thanks for the birthday wishes on my dessert last night! :)"
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing Restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Fantastic neighborhood gem right in Fishtown. Been there twice and the food is beyond incredible. First time had the sea scallops- cooked perfectly- and this past Saturday had the beef and it was seriously the best dish I've had in a long time. Dessert, the creme brulee is a dream. If I could have gotten away with licking to bowl clean in public, I would have done it- it was that good. The place is quiet, artsy, fine dining at it's best. Highly recommended!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Creative tasty menu, delicate

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Creative tasty menu, delicate and warm service, BYOB and free parking are a plus."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 17 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

6 of us had dinner on a Sunday

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"6 of us had dinner on a Sunday evening, and the food was phenomenal. I highly recommend it!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing food and service!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Amazing food and service! Can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

First time that we have been

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First time that we have been there.Many people have raved about it who are foodies and I agree this is a great find."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 20 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

An enjoyable addition to the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"An enjoyable addition to the Fishtown neighborhood. This takes it up a notch from the strength of this neighborhood which is great gastropubs serving up high quality and inventive comfort food with microbrews. We enjoyed the scallops with kale and the vegetable bolognese. The flavors mixed well and the presentation was beautiful. It is high quality food and byob so well worth the trip. Highly recommended."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A little bit of France in Fishtown

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Though the place is small, the food is that of larger high style restaurant with prices that are reasonable. The baby green salad with beet chips and pickled carrots is great way to start your meal and any of the entrees are great followups. Its a bit of France in the middle of Fishtown."
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic meal at this charming

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Fantastic meal at this charming Fishtown BYOB! Warm, welcoming and professional staff. Intimate, romantic ambience that features rotating local art. Wonderfully prepared french inspired dishes utilizing fresh local ingredients. Can't wait to return!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Really yummy! I was impressed.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Really yummy! I was impressed. I only felt bad that our waitress got a teensy little tip because they failed to advertise their CASH ONLY policy adaequately. Otherwise, top-notch."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

MOST WONDERFUL!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Fabulous restaurant! Wonderful chefs! Beautiful interior! Environment is classy and warm.
The food is ooh and aah the whole way. Foie gras, scallops, beef cheeks, pompano, every sauce and side...all delicious and perfectly prepared. Desserts (duck egg creme brulee, three ice creams and much more)are all homemade as is the bread and the out of this world charcuterie! Tremendous amount of work by the husband and wife chefs who received a standing ovation the night we were there. Well deserved!
Extra points for great service by Sean and it's a BYOB. GO!!
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Dined on 03/03/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

My husband and I made a reservation

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My husband and I made a reservation at The Pickled Heron for a Saturday evening. While on our drive to Philadelphia I noticed on the restaurant website that it was cash only so I called to confirm. The hostess answered and was very short and cold only confirming that yes, they were cash only. Our waitress offered some recommendations and we ordered the charcuterie and the salad for appetizers. Then my husband ordered the duck and I ordered the vegetable bolognese. We ordered the cherry cake for desert. The charcuterie was good, but lacked any other elements on the plate and the pasta was overcooked and soggy. The cake was dry and lacking in flavor. Overall it was not a very good meal and we won't be back."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2005
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Review 26 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

i thought the food was pretty

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"i thought the food was pretty good - not fantastic... and it seems like they are reluctant to give out their bread - had to keep nagging them, portions were a bit on the small side, and the big PIA was - cash only - i did not see anything on their menu... and of course no-one there at the restaurant said anything till the bill arrived..."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2011
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Review 27 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We have had several excellent

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have had several excellent dinners at Picked Heron. Great menu; great presentation; great tastes. A definite keeper! It would be nice if for a modest adjustment in food cost, Pickled Heron would transition to credit cards. This is not a "cash only" neighborhood!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 28 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful BYOB restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful BYOB restaurant in up and coming Philadelphia neighborhood. Food is excellent. We have dined there a number of times, and all meals have been excellent. We have introduced many of our friends to this restaurant and all have enjoyed dining there. The dining room is small and a little tight so best to go earlier in the evening."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Worth the ride!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My husband and I were in Philadelphia for the weekend and stumbled on The Pickled Heron doing advance research for romantic restaurants. Turned out the restaurant is a bit out of town. We took the train there (short ride from center city) and got a ride back from the people eating dinner next to us (they are regulars). The Pickled Heron seems to be that kind of place--destination for people ready for a small adventure. The food was tasty, service friendly, charming atmosphere, tab quite reasonable--helped by BYOB."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 30 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good place to eat vegie or

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good place to eat vegie or meat."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2002
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 31 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

New Destination Point

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is a great find and definitely somewhere to take a date for a special occasion, or to take anyone just to impress. Very romantic feel, with a cute table just for two that has a beautiful couch for you to sit side by side on. Friendly staff and attentive service. The sauce with the mussels was wonderful, dinner was delectable and the dessert was fantastic, too."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 32 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good meal, a little crowded

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good meal, a little crowded but it was a Saturday night. Interesting options."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Get the Creme Brulee!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a romantic V-day dinner here. The scallops were delicious and the venison was perfectly cooked. Had the creme brulee for dessert which was Fing amazing. Made with duck egg. Very rich and creamy at the same time light in texture almost. Highly recommended!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Third visit; a success each time.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is our third visit, and each time we brought different people along. Everybody loves this place. At first I thought it might be a marketing error to promote the eating of strange pig parts at a BYO; I'm guessing that an ethical vegetarian (as opposed to a health vegetarian) would not feel comfortable eating here, and some people who like game would want a full bar (Caveman want martini and scotch with meat!). We wouldn't bring our vegetarian foodie daughter or niece. But otherwise, delicious food is delicious food, and in a way it is more ethical to use all the parts of any animal we eat, so I hope the word spreads. (And not every dish is unfamiliar, of course.) Favorite: charcuterie, venison, mussels, cherry cake, chocolate terrine."
Dined on 02/10/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very well prepared food, good

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very well prepared food, good appetizers and desserts. Only 6 main course choices, no specials. Would go back."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 36 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Never heard of it found on

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Never heard of it found on open tables and tried it. One of the best meals my husband and I have had in a long time. From apps to main course to dessert it was delicious . Definitely going back loved it."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Pickled Heron has become our

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
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"Pickled Heron has become our number one place to go for a guaranteed great meal."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 38 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Slow down or you'll miss it

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
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"Perfect "off the beaten track" restaurant. You could be standing 20 feet from the place
and not know it was there. Food and service were great. Coffee and desserts excellent.
The menu was limited, but that's OK, the choices all seemed good. Parking is no problem either. Definitely worth a repeat visit as the friendly owner/chef duo said the menu's always changing. Bring a good bottle...
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Dined on 01/26/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for The Pickled Heron
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What an absolutely wonderful

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
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"What an absolutely wonderful restaurant! A beautiful building, with quite simply the best food in Philadelphia. We'll be coming back many, many times!"
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Pickled Heron
Based on the average of (59) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
2 / 3
Energetic