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RESTAURANT LISTINGS

 
THE DETAILS
Cuisine(s):
Italian,

Insider Tip:
Be prepared to make friends. The seating is extremely cozy.

Meals Served:
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert

Payment Type:
Cash Only

Features:
Group Friendly
Kid Friendly
Outdoor Dining
Smoke Free

Alcohol Type:
BYOB

Reservations Required:
Lunch Required
Dinner Required

Hours:
Monday through Thursday 11 a.m. till 10 p.m. Friday 11 a.m. till 11 p.m. Saturday 5 p.m. till 11 p.m. Sunday 4 p.m. till 10 p.m.

Entree Price:
$$ — Moderately Priced

Neighborhood:
Philadelphia County
Center City
Rittenhouse Square


La Viola

253 South 16th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 215-735-8630
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A popular spot for pre-theater dining, sometimes booked out from 5:30 to 7:30 weeks in advance, La Viola is petite and unpretentious. The understated whitewashed walls and basic white table coverings provide a simple setting—which doesn’t prevent the waiters from being indulgent and attentive in a manly, Italian way. They’ll double-check that you’re enjoying the superb porcini insalata, grilled calamari with seafood-infused dipping sauce, and savory osso buco (which you are). The kitchen prepares even the more straightforward dishes with flair: Chicken marsala is rich with wine, and linguini with red sauce is more South Philly than Rittenhouse Square.

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Decor (6) Value (10) Average (9.00)

Review
You honestly get your moneys worth here right in the heart of Center City. I would recommend this place to anyone!
Posted by Callan: Jan. January 8th, 2009 at 9:51 AM
 
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