Located in Philadelphia's rapidly developing Midtown Village neighborhood. With a rich history of exemplary fine dining behind them, the group was ready to branch out into a fresh, more casual territory.

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Overall

(Very Good) 3.5 / 5

(54 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 54 reviews

5 stars

(7)

4 stars

(27)

3 stars

(11)

2 stars

(6)

1 star

(3)

Food

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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fit for foodies(21)
neighborhood gem(16)
good for groups(9)

romantic(9)
special occasion(7)
great for lunch(4)

Spiga Reviews List

Review 1 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Italian Delight

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"My wife and I are glad to discover this eatery. The staff was friendly and inviting. The wait staff carried out their duties without feeling rushed. The food was great. We had an arugula and a Caesar salad, both were great. For entrees we had the steak which was perfectly prepared and shared a fig and prosciutto pizza which was a wow. We need to get back to check out the pasta."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 2 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very Good Food in a Great Location

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/25/2013

2007

Dined on 04/25/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great traditional Italian menu in nice surroundings. Big windows at the front of the space provide great people watching along Locust Street.

Very nice selection of wines by the glass at reasonable prices.

The foccacia is addictive. Arugula salad was a perfect blend of peppery greens and lemony dressing. Caesar had a nice surprise of polenta croutons and white anchovies. Cod dish was very flavorful and the pasta with lamb sausage and broccoli rabe was a nice, assertive combination.

Service is attentive and friendly.

Just a few short blocks from the major Broad Stree venues. This will go onto our go-to list for pre-theater dining."

Dined on 04/25/2013

2007

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Review 3 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everyone was nice and accommodating

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/05/2013

2012

Dined on 04/05/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Everyone was nice and accommodating. I'm surprised it wasn't more crowded. We will go back.

A little over-priced though."

Dined on 04/05/2013

2012

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 4 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very good salads and entrees.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/02/2013

2007

Dined on 04/02/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Very good salads and entrees. Amazing desserts."

Dined on 04/02/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 5 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

We went to this restaurant

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2013

2004

Dined on 03/30/2013

2004

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We went to this restaurant before theater and found it to be very good. The gnochetti appetizer and the pasta dish were both quite good, the roast chicken was moist and generous but not exceptional. The wine special was great -- a nice Merlot ffor $5/glass. Overall, very good."

Dined on 03/30/2013

2004

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Review 6 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

My dining companion and I

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/27/2013

2006

Dined on 03/27/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My dining companion and I were very impressed with Spiga. The happy hour wine was good and reasonably priced. The bronzino was one of the best I've ever had. And the pasta dish, slivers of pasta with mushrooms and fontina cheese was savory and delicious without being too rich. The owner, Canio, is charming and welcoming. I'll be returning to Spiga!"

Dined on 03/27/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 7 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Spiga offers a smaller menu,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/29/2013

2009

Dined on 03/29/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Spiga offers a smaller menu, which I appreciate because they focus on doing those dishes well. They pick the variety of their dishes well to ensure there is something for everyone. Great specials each night."

Dined on 03/29/2013

2009

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 8 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Hidden Gem

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/22/2013

2012

Dined on 03/22/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Had the special (rabbit) and thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere with my mom. Definitely a hidden gem and will be coming back!"

Dined on 03/22/2013

2012

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 9 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

LOVE this place

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/20/2013

2009

Dined on 03/20/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"LOVE this place and there are far and few between we state this. This will be our go to place when in the mood for a wonderful meal and dining experience. Very welcoming staff and comfortable atmosphere. Highly recommend a weeknight visit as I hear the weekends can be bustling."

Dined on 03/20/2013

2009

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

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Review 10 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was outstanding. Highly

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/16/2013

2011

Dined on 03/16/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was outstanding. Highly recommend."

Dined on 03/16/2013

2011

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

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Review 11 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

While not a stunning dining

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/12/2013

2006

Dined on 03/12/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"While not a stunning dining experience, the restaurant (which was completely empty the night we went) serves up simple, but delicious dishes."

Dined on 03/12/2013

2006

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 12 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Spiga has high prices for

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2011

Dined on 02/16/2013

2011

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Spiga has high prices for small portions. Their menu is fixed price, but if you want to order a la carte, it's not clear how much each item costs. The food was good, but not good enough to make up for the lack of clarity in the pricing."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 13 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

The food was disappointing.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/28/2013

2004

Dined on 02/28/2013

2004

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The food was disappointing. I had grouper which tasted good but was very over-done. For dessert I had the ricotta pie which was very dry."

Dined on 02/28/2013

2004

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Review 14 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food is very good, high

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/21/2013

2013

Dined on 02/21/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food is very good, high quality, really Italian food"

Dined on 02/21/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 15 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Food was delicious but service

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was delicious but service is lacking. If Gordon Ramsay showed up at this place I wouldn't be surprised."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

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Review 16 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A must!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/09/2013

2010

Dined on 02/09/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Really a great place! The italian man at the door made you feel like family. The service was great. Everyone was so wonderful and nice. No rushing...but no long wait...was a perfectly timed meal. We will be back."

Dined on 02/09/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch

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Review 17 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Overrated

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2013

2007

Dined on 02/14/2013

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"After much anticipation, we finally made it to Spiga. Unfortunately for us they are less than willing to accommodate vegetarians beyond what is already on their menu. The only vegetarian appetizer they offered was $9 house salad that literally tasted and felt like mixed greens and lettuce out of a bag... You know what I mean, the kind you can buy at the grocery store. The vegetarian entrees were good, but very overpriced. It's unfortunate because we had high hopes for Spiga. My husband and I eat out quite a bit and are always able to find great veggie items on the menu or the chef is willing to whip something up for us. We were disappointed when Spiga did not accommodate us."

Dined on 02/14/2013

2007

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Review 18 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Spiga does not seem quite

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2013

2011

Dined on 02/14/2013

2011

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Spiga does not seem quite ready for business. I think it may have been the kitchen rather than the servers, but we got entrees one at a time, with no explanation or warning. One item which was supposed to be served as an appetizer came out at the end. There was also really confusion about whether or not we could order individual items rather than take the whole pre-set Valentine's Day menu."

Dined on 02/14/2013

2011

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Review 19 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

The restaurant has a really

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2013

2008

Dined on 02/14/2013

2008

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The restaurant has a really nice ambience and the owner was really attentive to his guests. The staff seemed very inexperienced and kept getting things wrong on the menu; but at least they were gracious about it. The food was okay- I would recommend skipping the salad, but definitely order a pasta dish."

Dined on 02/14/2013

2008

Special Features: romantic

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Review 20 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/07/2013

2013

Dined on 02/07/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was great! At first I thought my portion was a bit small but found out that it was just right and I felt full and happy when leaving. The owner was kind and the waiters were attentive and friendly. Definitely get a pasta dish, the noodles were homemade and absolutely delicious!"

Dined on 02/07/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic

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Review 21 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

The food was good, but the

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/04/2013

2008

Dined on 02/04/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The food was good, but the service was very slow. My party only ordered 3 dinners (pizza, pork chop, chicken) and they took approximately 45-50 minutes to come out of the kitchen. Also, the server was unable to answer questions about a few of the menu items."

Dined on 02/04/2013

2008

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Review 22 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everyone was very friendly

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/01/2013

2013

Dined on 02/01/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Everyone was very friendly and the food was good. The service was totally erratic, almost comically so. Think Fawlty Towers."

Dined on 02/01/2013

2013

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Review 23 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

The food was very good, as

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/25/2013

2012

Dined on 01/25/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was very good, as was the service. As a vegetarian, I typically do not dine out at Italian restaurants as it is usually too meat-centric and I would have to settle with a pasta in tomato sauce. That is what I did for my entree this night as well. The pasta was delicious, although the price was a bit steep for what it was (15 or 16, if I recall correctly). The accompanying bread was delicious, and I could eat that for days. I should note that I came here because I bought a Groupon-style card ($20 for $40). I probably would not have dined here if it were not for that."

Dined on 01/25/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 24 for Spiga

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5