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The Victor Cafe - Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

The Victor Cafe - Philadelphia

4.9
4.9
4738 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for live music
The Victor Café is an Italian restaurant that cultivates old traditions and seamlessly blends them with new ones. With classic Italian dishes and unforgettable live music, we invite you to join us for many enjoyable evenings for years to come.

PLEASE NOTE: Multiple reservations made for the same party cannot be seated together. To book large parties that are not available by default on OpenTable, please contact the restaurant directly.
When booking, party size should encompass total number of guests, including children. We try our best to accommodate special requests, however they are not guaranteed.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 468-3040
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Victor Cafe contains a grouping of intimate dining rooms which offer seating for a maximum of 135 people. Inquiries for smaller groups are also welcome. Special events may be booked for lunch or dinner. Cocktail hours with hot and cold butlered hors d'oeuvres may be arranged. We believe you will find the Victor Cafe a most unique dining experience.
  • Neighborhood
    South Philly
  • Cross street
    13th Street & Dickinson
  • Parking details
    Valet parking costs $12. Street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    Broad Street Subway (Orange Line) - Tasker/Morris Station
  • Entertainment
    Live opera seven nights a week by talented professionals as well as students.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

What 4,738 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Best Ambiance

  • Philadelphia County

    Hot spot

  • Philadelphia

    Best Ambiance

  • Philadelphia

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Victor Cafe in Philadelphia is a captivating dining destination where "singing waitstaff" perform opera arias, creating an unforgettable experience. Guests rave about the "delicious Italian cuisine" and the unique blend of music and dining. Despite occasional service hiccups, the atmosphere and performances consistently impress, making it a "Philadelphia gem."

4,738 Reviews
  1. Gerard

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our 47th wedding anniversary. I had given my wife her engagement ring there. They made it special. They had one of their singers dedicate a song for us. They gave us a glass of Prosecco and a cannoli with a candle. The singers were great in their opera renditions. Our waitress, Brenna, was very attentive. We weren’t rushed. It was all and all a wonderful evening.

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  2. Myrthala

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time in Philly and I love Italian food ... definitely will be back next time im in town !!

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  3. Vance

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First off I have only been one time, but I live out of state so I'm not likely to be able to go three times in a six month period to be super fair with this review. That said it was fantastic, fabulous and fierce! The service is incredible, the bartender is top notch & has a wonderful singing voice, even our table support staff got caught humming or singing as they worked, then our servers each belted out amazing ballads. While I didn't have the opportunity to peek into the basement kitchen, I can only surmise they are happily listening to heavy metal and have voracious appetites for culinary knowledge. The overall experience was delicious and delightful. We hope our next visit will be extremely similar and sooner than later.

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  4. steve

    Philadelphia

    75 reviews

    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s been decades since I last dined at this South Philly classic ( only 2 blocks from my grandparents tailor shop where I lived in my first 6 years). Cousins from Atlanta were staying downtown so I suggested Victor Cafe ( not knowing she was an opera fan). What can I say, the evening was perfect-/ food, service, lovely voices and a rare chance to share with wonderful family.

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  5. Jennifer

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A truly remarkable Philly gem!! Victor cafe isn’t just a restaurant it’s an experience. If you’re looking for an unforgettable night with delicious food, great service and stellar performances…look no further. A life changing experience for sure!! We will be back BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I enjoyed the attention of my waiter Brinton. He was personable and knowledgeable concerning the menu choices. He was attentive to questions concerning drink menu for Amaro and spritzer. He provided a memorable moment when I mentioned that it was my birthday. When dropping off desert order impromptu Happy Birthday from staff. He also was very polite and stating as we were preparing to leave. Stated He would be performing next and if he should wait for our exit. So glad we waited to after his superb performance. Thank you to Brinton and all the wait staff. Sorry I didn’t collect names but definitely appreciate their attention. My 3rd trip is definitely a must in the future. What a 105 year old Philadelphia jewel found at Victor’s ! Be sure to get your reservation.🎶🥙🥗definitely excellent

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  7. June

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a special and most memorable dinner at Victor’s. Outstanding, friendly and exceptionally talented waiters, delicious dishes (Fruit de Mar and Pasta Bolognese) plus a very tasty (recommended) Italian gelato version of tiramisu! The Opera singers were wonderful! They changed my feelings about opera, and I now look forward to seeing a show in person.

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  8. Mark

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The setting is quaint and the ambiance first-class. Courteous and professional, eager to serve all describe the wait staff. Add to all this the top-notch skill on display as the opera selections are performed. The Victor Café is a total winner!

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  9. Jason

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible experience dining here! Food was fantastic, atmosphere amazing, and the singers! They were outstanding! We were fortunate enough to be seated right next to where they performed and it was incredible. We had such a great night at Victor’s and would go again in a heartbeat.

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  10. Sylvie

    Fort Lauderdale

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very nice experience the food was excellent, and the opera singers were fantastic 

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FAQs

The Victor Cafe - Philadelphia is rated 4.9 stars by 4738 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
Google Map for The Victor Cafe - Philadelphia

1303 Dickinson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Additional information

  • Cross street
    13th Street & Dickinson
  • Neighborhood
    South Philly
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking costs $12. Street parking is also available.
  • Public transit
    Broad Street Subway (Orange Line) - Tasker/Morris Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live opera seven nights a week by talented professionals as well as students.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
  • Phone number
    (215) 468-3040
  • Private party facilities
    Victor Cafe contains a grouping of intimate dining rooms which offer seating for a maximum of 135 people. Inquiries for smaller groups are also welcome. Special events may be booked for lunch or dinner. Cocktail hours with hot and cold butlered hors d'oeuvres may be arranged. We believe you will find the Victor Cafe a most unique dining experience.
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