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Mabu Kitchen, Philadelphia, PA

Mabu Kitchen

4.8
4.8
176 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary French
A photo of Mabu Kitchen restaurant

Mabu Kitchen

4.8
$30 and under
Contemporary French
Center City

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
BYOB French restaurant with a unique blend of Southern-inspired cuisine and bistro classics: think Confit Fried Chicken and Waffle, and Steak au Poivre. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, with antique mirrors lining the walls, candlelight, and warm and friendly service. We have seasonal outdoor seating along a lovely alleyway with potted blooms and bird serenades.

Located on historic Antique Row, this charming spot is a great place to meet for a special occasion, date-night, business meal, or a casual dinner with friends. This is a small family-owned business and everything is made to order. Grab your favorite bottle of wine and head to this hidden gem to experience a contemporary take on French cuisine.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Southern, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–1:15 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 279-7590
  • Website
    https://mabukitchenphilly.com/
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    AJ Sinawi
  • Private party facilities
    We proudly offer private events in our beautiful and cozy space, for up to 26 guests. Past events include birthdays, anniversaries, showers, holiday gatherings, and business get-togethers. We offer a la carte dining as well as customized menus. Please contact us directly for details, 215-279-7590, or email us at mabukitchenmanager@outlook.com.
  • Location
    1120 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-6209
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Cross street
    Corner of Quince, between 11th and 12th streets.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Dinner

    $85.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us on New Year's Eve for a special 4-course prix fixe menu. We can't wait to welcome you to our cozy bistro in the heart of historic Philadelphia. And don't forget to bring your favorite bottle of bubbly (BYOB)!

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 176 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Philadelphia

    Best Value

  • Philadelphia

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mabu Kitchen is a charming neighborhood gem offering "ultra-high quality French-inspired comfort food" with a Southern twist. Guests rave about the "warm and welcoming atmosphere" and "excellent service." Signature dishes like the "brick chicken" and "ratatouille" receive high praise. Perfect for intimate dates or solo visits, Mabu delivers a delightful dining experience.

176 Reviews

  1. Ella

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mabu Kitchen is just lovely- not too fussy, not too laid back, a nice restaurant where you can get a delicious meal for not an unreasonable price.

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  2. Heidi

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were there for brunch and it was tasty. All together a pleasant experience!

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  3. Lawrence

    Philadelphia

    191 reviews

    5.0

    191 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I cannot rate this restaurant high enough! It is a small dinning room so reservations are a must. I started with the French onion soup which was one of the best I’ve ever had in the US - it was a perfect size since I had ordered the beef bourguignon. The bourguignon was tender and delicious. My partner had the mac & cheese which was excellent and not large and duck confit for his main dish also delicious. Bridget runs a great dinning room and we will always come back!

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  4. Katherine

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious and well valued. Highly recommend

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  5. Margaret

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful fresh meals! We enjoyed the brick chicken and the pork chop! Outstanding service as well.

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  6. Kenny

    Fort Lauderdale

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the BEST burgers we've ever had!!! However, the fries need some work. They're good, but not elevated at all.

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  7. Tom

    Philadelphia

    31 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great but we waited 45 minutes for our brunch order to come out and had to ask for our coffee to be served 25 minutes in. There was only one server for the place, and a large party of 12 that took up half the restaurant was seated right next to us. We felt forgotten much of the time. My latte was gone by the time my breakfast arrived, and I asked for a coffee refill and was told I would be charged for it, so I passed. Very nice people, very good food. Maybe the slow service and I attentiveness was an outlier...?

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  8. Lakeisha

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My birthday brunch was impeccable. The setting is quite quaint and aesthetically pleasing with small details throughout. The biscuits and gravy, Dutch baby and shrimp and grits were flavorful and plentiful. Lastly, the customer service was genuinely attentive and helpful. I’m looking forward to returning in the near future.

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  9. Elizabeth

    Philadelphia

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed it thoroughly!! Lovely music and well prepared food. The chef really understood how to use herbs and spice. The octopus might be the best I ever had! Thank you, Mabu!

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  10. Cristy

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow! Mabu did not disappoint in any category. I cannot wait to go back. The live music was absolutely charming!

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FAQs

Mabu Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 279-7590.

Mabu Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 176 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Mabu Kitchen restaurant

Mabu Kitchen

4.8
$30 and under
Contemporary French
Center City

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mabu Kitchen

1120 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-6209

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Corner of Quince, between 11th and 12th streets.
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–1:15 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Southern, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    AJ Sinawi
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch
  • Website
    https://mabukitchenphilly.com/
  • Phone number
    (215) 279-7590
  • Private party facilities
    We proudly offer private events in our beautiful and cozy space, for up to 26 guests. Past events include birthdays, anniversaries, showers, holiday gatherings, and business get-togethers. We offer a la carte dining as well as customized menus. Please contact us directly for details, 215-279-7590, or email us at mabukitchenmanager@outlook.com.
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