Aleksandar

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   Nancy

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   48 reviews

   5.0

   48 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We came here for lunch restaurant week. I had the potato latke with dill crème fraiche and salmon with arugula salad. It was terrific. My husband had the potato gnocchi with peas, mushrooms and manchego cheese. It was delicious. We both had the chocolate cake for dessert and enjoyed it completely. The French Chardonnay was very nice. Our server, David S, was so lovely, accommodating and helpful. It was a perfect lunch. Can’t wait to come back.
   

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   Jillian

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   We visited for restaurant week, and it was my first time dining here. $60 for 3 courses - most places in center city are $40, this is the "high end" price. Was with two friends. Service: inattentive and a little awkward, felt like he was disappointed we weren't ordering drinks and asked more than once when we had already said water was fine. Waited between appetizers and entrees for almost an hour, kept staring at us but never said anything, no apology or update. Food: first course was decent, two of us got the salad which was tasty and well portioned but overdressed. Other friend got the soup which was a very small bowl but she enjoyed it. Main I got scallops, friends got the short rib and the gnocchi. Overall good, my scallops were small but well cooked. Risotto was a mushy, but sauce was flavorful. We were so hungry after an hour that we all mostly enjoyed the entrees. Dessert is where things really fell apart. Choices were chocolate mousse cake with homemade caramel sauce and creme brulee cheesecake. I initially ordered cheesecake, and then the waiter came back saying they "weren't making" the cheesecake and could offer a strawberry parfait instead. Fine, I got the parfait. My friends got the chocolate cake. All three desserts came out in mason jars. Mine could be described only as soupy yogurt - no fresh strawberries in sight, I think there was one sliver of a strawberry on top. There were also chunks of mushy graham crust. Maybe their cheesecake didn't set? It was so odd. My friends' cake was even worse, shockingly. Chunks of dry, tough chocolate cake on top of a white sauce with a chocolate drizzle. No mousse, no caramel, not even close. It was bad. I wouldn't serve that to a guest in my home let alone at an upscale restaurant. Ambiance: pretty dark, but cozy. Could see the kitchen across the alley which was fun/torture while we waited for dinner. I try not to judge too harshly on restaurant week, but this was memorably bad. I probably won't be back.
   

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   Margie

   Philadelphia

   13 reviews

   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We enjoyed entrees and desserts from the Restaurant Week menu. Everything was very tasty and our servers were outstanding. It was bitterly cold outside so the restaurant was a tad chilly.
   

   AleksandarResponded 2 days ago

   Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Restaurant Week menu and found everything to be tasty. It's great to know that our servers were able to provide outstanding service, even during a chilly evening. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon. -Restaurant Aleksandar
   

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   Gerald

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   389 reviews

   5.0

   389 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The restaurant web menu was a great selection of the regular menu with some nice variations. I, in particular, enjoyed the new presentation of the Hokkaido Scallops.
   

   AleksandarResponded 3 days ago

   Thanks for coming to support us on this chilly Restaurant Week!! We're thrilled you enjoyed the special presentation of our Hokkaido scallops!! Come back and have some more before Restaurant Week is over. We can't wait to see your name in our books again soon! - Restaurant Aleksandar
   

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   Robert

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   45 reviews

   5.0

   45 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We went for lunch during Restaurant Week. Great menu -- we had the gnocchi and the chicken schnitzel -- and chocolate mousse cake. All excellent. The space is beautiful and the staff are friendly and professional. We're looking forward to going back!
   

   AleksandarResponded 3 days ago

   We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your lunch at Aleksandar! It's great to know that our gnocchi, chicken schnitzel, and chocolate mousse cake hit the spot. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon. - Restaurant Aleksandar
   

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   Claire

   Philadelphia

   11 reviews

   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Weed went at 11:30 AM on a very cold day. There were no other patrons there, so i was very quiet. The staff could not have been nicer.
   

   AleksandarResponded 3 days ago

   Thanks for braving the cold to come visit! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience at Aleksandar. We always aim to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere for our customers. We look forward to having you back soon! - Restaurant Aleksandar
   

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   Glenn

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   43 reviews

   5.0

   43 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We went for the first day of Restaurant Week to try this restaurant for the first time. Due to the snowstorm and Eagles game, the place was empty. The room is beautifully decorated with art work done by the owner's mother. We started with the pierogis, which were excellent, and lobster ravioli, which were good but the sauce overpowered the flavor of the ravioli. We both had the scallops, which were perfectly cooked and served over a tasty spring risotto. The chocolate mousse cake was as decadent as expected, but we both agreed that the creme brulee cheesecake was the better of the two dessert offerings. We will definitely be back to try the regular menu, which is not available during Restaurant Week.
   

   AleksandarResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for braving the snowstorm to give us a try during Restaurant Week! We’re so glad you enjoyed the pierogis, scallops, and desserts, especially the crème brûlée cheesecake. We can’t wait to have you back to explore our regular menu! - Restaurant Aleksandar
   

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   Terry

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   12 reviews

   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We will definitely add this restaurant to our “must go to” restaurants list in Philadelphia. We had lunch here for Center City Restaurant Week and we’re so pleased with the food and service. Ambiance was elegant without being stuffy or pretentious. The food was delicious and imaginative with excellent portions. We lingered there with their delicious cocktails. This restaurant would be good for a business meal or meal with the parents or just a nice meal. Can’t wait to go back.
   

   AleksandarResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and cocktails, and that our ambiance hit the perfect balance of elegant yet welcoming. Creating a space that feels special but never stuffy is so important to us. We can’t wait to have you back for another great meal soon! - Restaurant Aleksandar
   

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   Gerald

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   389 reviews

   5.0

   389 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was a wonderfully crowded night at Aleksandar. I enjoyed the mussels and the salmon - both were superb. I am looking forward visiting again during restaurant week.
   

   AleksandarResponded 3 days ago

   Thanks for the review as always, Gerry! We look forward to seeing you in the books again soon!! - Restaurant Aleksandar
   

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    JARED

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    An incredible Saturday brunch! The food is incredible. You must try the pierogies! The short rib Benedict is such a great twist on both foods and it is super delicious. The service was amazing and it’s definitely my new spot. 
    

    AleksandarResponded 3 days ago

    Thanks for joining us for this week. It's great to know that you loved our pierogi and short rib Benedict. We're also glad that you found our service amazing and us to be your new spot. We can't wait to welcome you back for another delicious brunch. Thanks for your kind words and high ratings! - Restaurant Aleksandar
    

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