Branca Midtown
Italian · Center City · $$
4.5(692)
Italian · Center City, Philadelphia, PA · $
Inspired by generations of Italian cooking and culture, Michael Schulson brings a fresh twist to Italian American classics. Enjoy hand-made pasta, house made desserts, and every meal in between at Giuseppe & Sons
“We came here to celebrate our engagement and have nothing but good things to say! The hostess Bri was incredible. We had a reservation and got seated right away. Our server Amy was amazing and very friendly. The atmosphere was great and the food was even better. We will be coming back!”
“i rarely write reviews but wow am i astonished with giuseppe and sons! today was my first time ever coming here. we did the restaurant week special which included an appetizer, a side, a salad, a pasta, a chicken, and two mini cannolis which was all split between my party of two. as an italian who has been to some top notch italian restaurants i’d say this is some of the best italian food i’ve ever had. we were not disappointed at all! for so much food we barely had anything left over because it was just that damn good. i will most certainly be back here!!! the atmosphere is amazing as well. it reminds me of something you’d see in a movie, like some old fashion italian speakeasy. it was just overall perfect!”
“We stumbled upon this restaurant while walking through Philadelphia one evening, and it turned out to be a true hidden gem. I’m surprised I hadn’t heard of it before, especially since I go out in Philly often. The vibe was fantastic, and the cocktails were outstanding. I can’t speak to the food yet—we had dinner reservations up the street and only stopped in for drinks—but I’m definitely coming back to enjoy the full experience. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, the restroom was spotless, and overall it was a 10/10 experience.”
“Excellent branzino fish, very good no-potato gnocchi. Some dishes were heavy on cheese for my taste. Very busy late Friday night with long wait time. Super cool atmosphere and decor, but very uncomfortable sofa seating (a good foot below what’s the normal chair height) with tiny coffee tables that absolutely cannot accommodate food for two people.”
“Went here for a date night out with a friend. Food: 3/5. We ordered the mozzarella ball, burrata salad, truffle pasta, chicken parm, and tiramisu. I think all the food was solid! However, I felt as though the chicken parm was not that remarkable. The truffle pasta was good but the amount of truffle was "stingy", if you could even call it that, only just dotting the pasta. Understand it is an expensive ingredient but it didn't feel like a truffle pasta to me. The tiramisu was a bit too bready for us (it was not soaked, the cake did not feel spongy like how it should), but it was still good. I think the food was solid, but nothing out of this world. Service: 5/5. They definitely know how to do their service here! Our waiter was so attentive, friendly, and just overall very good! In addition, the food delivery is incredibly unique. When we ordered the mozzarella ball, they showed us the curdles before kneading and stretching it into a ball in front of us. For the pasta, they made it in a cheese wheel in front of us and added the truffle shavings on top. It was overall a very unique and fun experience! Atmosphere: 5/5. The vibes in here are stellar. The stairs leading to their location and the hallway of aesthetic photographs before entering the restaurant officially are so aesthetic. The ambiance and decor is incredibly photo-esque and the perfect spot for a fancier night out. There is a variety of seating ranging from tables to booths. It has a dark, dimmer lit ambiance with shades of gold, tan, and greens contrasted with dark brown and everywhere you turn it feels special! Overall, recommend this plate for a fancier night out with friends or a date night. Just had some personal preferences regarding some of the food, but it was still fairly solid!”
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