Dolce Italian - Philadelphia

4.4

130 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

1439 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19110

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2 people

Apr 23, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

Capturing the timeless spirit of Fellini’s 1960’s Rome, Dolce Italian truly brings ‘la dolce vita’ to life with its effortless charm and approachable sophistication. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with house-made pastas, Neapolitan-style pizzas, and other signature Italian dishes.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(215) 608-3000
Website
https://www.dolceitalianrestaurant.com/location/philadelphia/
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Book your Holiday celebrations with us! Offering a special feast of the 7 fishes dinner this Holiday season. Dolce Italian offers both private and semi private events.Please email ekeddie@dolceitalianrestaurant.com for more details.
Private party contact
our Private dining coordinator : (215) 608-3000

Location
1439 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19110
Neighborhood
Center City
Parking details
Valet available in front of W Philadelphia (next door).
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Private Room, Wine

Private dining

Hearts of Romaine$15.00
focaccia croutons, parmigiano, caesar dressing
Baby Artichoke Salad$15.00
arugula, barlotti beans, radicchio, carrots, hazelnut, lemon vinaigrette
Burrata & Butternut Squash$16.00
burrata, prosciutto, roasted apples, butternut squash, mustard greens
Dolce Meatballs$16.00
mozzarella, marinara, crostini
Beef Carpaccio$17.00
apples, montasio cheese, radicchio, truffle vinaigrette
Ora King Salmon Crudo$17.00
chiogga beets, ginger, fennel, grapefruit, radish, fresno chile
Chicken Brodo$15.00
prosciutto tortelinni, kale, winter squash
Fritto Misto$19.00
cod, calamari, shrimp, mushrooms, zucchini lemon aioli, marinara
Grilled Octopus$21.00
black lentil risotto, romesco sauce

Pizze

Margherita$18.00
fior di latte mozzarella, tomato, basil
Funghi$19.00
tallegio cheese, caramelized onion, mushrooms, brussels sprouts
Startufata$22.00
bianca, prosciutto, soppressata, gorgonzola dolce, truffle oil

Primi

Spaghetti al Pomodoro$19.00
tomato, basil, parmigiano
Truffled Spinach Ricotta Ravioli$21.00
sage, parmigiano reggiano
Garganelli Bolognese$24.00
braised beef, veal, pork ragu

Secondi

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$17.00
arugula, roasted peppers, provolone cheese, pesto, french fries
8oz Angus Burger$18.00
fontina, caramelized onions, lettuce, french fries
Short Rib$35.00
brussels, baby carrots, cipollini onions sweet potato, citrus gremolata
Roasted Chicken$28.00
borlatti beans, delicata squash, escarole, herb jus
Roasted Salmon$30.00
cherry tomato, olives, capers, rosemary lentils
Veal Milanese$42.00
breaded veal, endive & arugula salad, lemon, sherry vinaigrette
Steak Sandwich$19.00
caramelized onions, mushroom demi, tallegio, ciabatta, french fries

What 130 people are saying

Dolce Italian - Philadelphia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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Philadelphia County
Innovative
Philadelphia County
Great for fine wines
Philadelphia
Innovative
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Healthy
Philadelphia
Great for fine wines

130 Reviews

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Mark
Las Vegas28 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went early on a slow night. Heard the room can get noisy, but was quiet while we were there. Ambience was pleasant. Server was very nice, and did not rush us. For 4 people we had 4 drinks, 2 pizzas and desserts for all. Bill was $200 with tip. A bit pricey, but food was very tasty. Would eat there again
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Stephanie VIP
Richmond42 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed ourselves; my daughter ordered the ravioli, which she stated was very tasty. She just wished it was s little more, she didn’t know the portion was small. My husband and I ordered the grilled chicken sandwich…excellent, just needed a little more pesto or a special mustard sauce
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Andrew
Atlantic City1 review
2.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was very bland, and received 3 scallops and some frozen cauliflower for my entree
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Ruthy
Philadelphia8 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the food, music and ambiance. Such a great vibe!
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Joshua
Philadelphia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food is phenomenal. Service was great. Wine was good. You can see into the kitchen and it was so quiet in there. Great place for dinner. Breakfast oatmeal with brûlée bananas was also amazing.
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Kimberley
Philadelphia5 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The salad was amazing! I enjoyed the deserts and the chicken.
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Dan
New York City3 reviews
1.0
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Restaurant was closed. And I got no notification or email. Just showed up to locked doors.
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MILA
New York City17 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
quick service - but loud in the area - good food - accomodating
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Deanna
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a wonderful experience!!! Staff was so friendly and accommodating and the food was outstanding. So were the drinks!
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W. Stephen VIP
Chicago139 reviews
1.0
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Food was cold , table was dirty as was chair . Food was deposited and waitress became MIA .
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Dolce Italian - Philadelphia is rated 4.4 stars by 130 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Apr 23, 2025

April 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

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1439 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19110

Additional information

Neighborhood
Center City
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:30 pm Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet available in front of W Philadelphia (next door).
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Private Room, Wine

Website
https://www.dolceitalianrestaurant.com/location/philadelphia/
Phone number
(215) 608-3000
Private party facilities
Book your Holiday celebrations with us! Offering a special feast of the 7 fishes dinner this Holiday season. Dolce Italian offers both private and semi private events.Please email ekeddie@dolceitalianrestaurant.com for more details.
Private party contact
our Private dining coordinator : (215) 608-3000

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Dolce Italian - Philadelphia

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Antipasti

Hearts of Romaine$15.00

Baby Artichoke Salad$15.00

Burrata & Butternut Squash$16.00

Dolce Meatballs$16.00

Beef Carpaccio$17.00

Ora King Salmon Crudo$17.00

Chicken Brodo$15.00

Fritto Misto$19.00

Grilled Octopus$21.00

Pizze

Margherita$18.00

Funghi$19.00

Startufata$22.00

Primi

Spaghetti al Pomodoro$19.00

Truffled Spinach Ricotta Ravioli$21.00

Garganelli Bolognese$24.00

Secondi

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$17.00

8oz Angus Burger$18.00

Short Rib$35.00

Roasted Chicken$28.00

Roasted Salmon$30.00

Veal Milanese$42.00

Steak Sandwich$19.00

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