Spice Finch

4.7

1271 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Neighborhood gem
Innovative
Good for special occasions

Named after the bird that populates nearly every port along the ancient maritime spice routes, Spice Finch pays homage to a passerine that does not sing, yet is known to vocalize or chirp in recognition of good eats. We are inspired by the distinctive flavors of the nations bordering the Mediterranean Sea, and heavily influenced by the cultures and culinary traditions of Morocco and Greece. Our menu is a bold, seasonally accurate menu featuring an array of small plates, vegetables, grilled meats and fish.
Follow us on Instagram @SpiceFinchPhilly

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(215) 309-2238
Website
http://www.spicefinchphilly.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
From intimate group dinners, cocktail mixers, to full restaurant buyouts, the Spice Finch team is here to help you plan your event! With two private dining rooms, our Chef's Table and a lively lounge area, we have the flexibility and creativity to tailor any event to your needs.
Private party contact
Caroline Gutshall, Director of Events: (215) 460-6063

Location
220 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Neighborhood
Center City
Cross street
17th and Locust
Parking details
Valet parking will be offered through the Warwick hotel.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,271 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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Spice Finch offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food with so much flavor" and exceptional service. The Mediterranean-inspired menu features standout dishes like duck wings, lamb ribs, and chicken kebab, perfect for sharing small plates. Guests praise the "incredible flavors" and "creative chef," creating a welcoming atmosphere worth revisiting.

1,271 Reviews

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Philip
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Nice spot to dine before Orchestra. We’ve been before and will go again. Tasty food and pleasant Ky busy ambience
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Shaquilla
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
went out to dinner with one of my best friends. the drinks were delicious and the food came out in great time, even with it being restaurant week. i highly recommend!
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Gerald
VIP
Philadelphia
393 reviews
5.0
393 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful meal, sharing a variety of the main courses. All were delicious ...
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Eric
VIP
Philadelphia
318 reviews
4.0
318 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Shrimp dish was great and would recommend the chicken kebab. Always fun yo share small plates. Will be adding to our list of favorites
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mel
VIP
Columbus
9 reviews
1.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
it was restaurant week, so we each ordered from the restaurant week menu. My first course never arrived, despite asking the server three times. We all ordered the steak and fries. The waiter never said that the steak would be very spicy. None of us could eat it. The waiter then asked us how our meals were, we all said we couldn’t eat the steak because of how spicy it was. The bill came to $180 and all I eat was the dessert. Very very disappointing, I will not be returning.
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Sol
Philadelphia
81 reviews
5.0
81 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Definitely the best value on Restaurant Week: The selection may be limited but the food and service are all exceptional. My one complaint: The whole red snapper came on a small plate that made it difficult to handle.
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Neil
VIP
Philadelphia
59 reviews
4.0
59 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Spice Finch is a warm, welcoming space where tables are not one on top of the other. The menu is eclectic, and the food, while good, is surprisingly lacking in the spice implied by the restaurant's name. A small plate steak kebab was high quality meat but the dipping sauce and tzatziki were both bland. Roasted beets were also well-prepared but needed more seasoning. My companion's lab ribs were excellent, although one out of three pieces was almost totally fat. The pumpkin roll dessert was the best part of the meal.
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Kenny
Philadelphia
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed our meal at Spice Finch very much. Our server was excellent. The food was very good. I like that one can make a meal out of lots of small sharing plates so everyone can taste as much as they want and try lots of dishes.
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robert
VIP
Philadelphia
31 reviews
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and service are better than most restaurants in the area. I would like to see a more comprehensive wine list than what was offered.
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Kimberly
VIP
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely one of the best meals we have ever had. We were recovering from a cancelled concert and came in demoralized. Josh and the team provided lots of kindness and good cheer. The drinks were robust and the duck wings and lamb ribs so tasty. Everything was served on savory sauces or dips. Try the garlic yogurt! Creations of a creative chef.
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Spice Finch is rated 4.7 stars by 1271 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

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

220 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
17th and Locust
Neighborhood
Center City
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet parking will be offered through the Warwick hotel.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.spicefinchphilly.com/
Phone number
(215) 309-2238
Private party facilities
From intimate group dinners, cocktail mixers, to full restaurant buyouts, the Spice Finch team is here to help you plan your event! With two private dining rooms, our Chef's Table and a lively lounge area, we have the flexibility and creativity to tailor any event to your needs.
Private party contact
Caroline Gutshall, Director of Events: (215) 460-6063

Spice Finch

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Menu

Breakfast

2 Eggs any Style$14.00

Small Plates

Date Truffles$9.00

Baked Cheese$13.00

Spiced Nuts$6.00

Vegetables and Grains

Fattoush$12.00

Broccoli Tabbouleh$13.00

Seafood and Meat

Chili-Chicken Kebab$16.00

Merguez Kebab$17.00

Desserts

Burnt Cream$9.00

Warm Tahini Brownie$9.00

What 1,271 people are saying

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