IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

WHERE TO EAT
  1. GiGi (0.0 miles)
  2. Metropolitan Bakery (0.1 miles)
  3. Farmicia (0.1 miles)
WHERE TO SHOP
  1. TopStitch Boutique (0.0 miles)
  2. Foster's Homeware (0.1 miles)
  3. Viv Pickle (0.1 miles)
WHERE TO DRINK
  1. GiGi (0.0 miles)
  2. Farmicia (0.1 miles)
  3. The Dipping Grill at Cebu (0.2 miles)
  4. The Dipping Grill at Cebu (0.2 miles)
  5. La Veranda (0.3 miles)

RESTAURANT LISTINGS

 
THE DETAILS
Cuisine(s):
Greek, Mediterranean,

Hours:
Monday through Thursday 11 a.m. till 10 p.m. Friday 11 a.m. till 11 p.m. Saturday noon till 11 p.m. Sunday noon till 10 p.m.

Insider Tip:
Estia’s practice of pricing whole fish by the pound isn’t as fearsome as it appears. Most of the fish weigh one pound or less, which means the price listed on the menu is very close to what you’ll pay. (If cost is an issue, ask your waiter how much your order will weigh before he puts it in.)

Meals Served:
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert

Payment Type:
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Features:
Group Friendly
Live Entertainment
Outdoor Dining
Private Room(s)
Prix Fixe Menu
Smoke Free
Takeout

Alcohol Type:
Full Bar

Reservations Required:
Lunch Suggested
Dinner Suggested

Entree Price:
$$$ — Expensive

Neighborhood:
Philadelphia County
Center City

Also Featured in:
Best of Philly 2006 Coffee


Estia

1405 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: 215-735-7700
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Fax: 215-733-2001
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Fish rule at this Greek restaurant, which has so much more to offer than just pre-theater meals. (The Academy of Music is right across the street.) This stone-and-wood-laden eatery excels at simply grilling whole fish over charcoal, and offers uncommon Mediterranean varieties, like a lethrini from the snapper family and royal dorado. The fried potato side dish and lemony Greek salad have created Estia devotees for life.

Featured In
Best of Philly 2006 Coffee
Dark and incredibly strong, the Greek coffee at Estia offers a bracing end to a night of lavish seafood indulgence. The finie grinds...

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Review
The atmosphere of this restaurant is very inviting! It has a very warm & cozy feeling as you walk thru mediterranean stone walls. The size of this restaurant will amaze you. Don't let the main dining room fool you. This place is BIG! They have several private rooms for parties and/or functions and the all decor is rustic but remains very classy. (be sure to check out the basement bar) The food was very flavorful and delicious. I would highly recommend the grilled octopus to start along with a bottle of chilled white wine. If you like fish, this is your place. Estia has many different fishes to choose from Don't forget about the traditional greek dishes such as the moussaka (beef casserole) and the spanakopita. Be sure you save enough room for the dessert. The honey drenched Baklava is sure to crave any sweet tooth desire. Our server, was great and very educated on the dishes they serve. I would definitely go back.
Posted by Carlo: Oct. October 23rd, 2009 at 3:51 PM
 
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