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05/30/2026
Saturday morning at Rittenhouse Market with , chasing down the best of what’s in season.🍓
Last week, he came across these incredible strawberries, now featured in our Spruce Tip Stracciatella with strawberry, ramp pesto, pistachio, and spruce oil.
05/28/2026
Our lamb tartare green with garbanzo, cucumber, anchoïade, and shiso. Available for dinner.
04/08/2026
Spend your evening with our burnt allium pici, served with littleneck clams, green garlic, and vermouth butter.
03/12/2026
A little Rittenhouse sunshine, while it lasted. ☀️
Until the next beautiful day, join us in our dining room or at the bar. We'll see you soon!
12/10/2025
Our Vineyl Night Series officially turned 21 last night, now old enough to sit at our bar!
Huge thanks to our guest collaborators for making the night extra special. Special shoutout to .evan.snyder of for teaming up with our in the kitchen 👨🍳✨
Another huge thank you to Jeffrey of for coming to Philly and pouring glasses all night with (Rat Chat coming soon 👀)
And of course, endless love to the talented lolakinks4ever for spinning and keeping the vibes high all night 🎶💫
There will be plenty more Vinyl Nights in our future, but we just wanted to say how grateful we are for all the love. Here’s to twenty-one more!! 🥂
11/18/2025
Smoked monkfish, ayocote beans, escarole, savoy cabbage and bluefin tuna XO.
Now available on our dinner menu.
11/13/2025
On December 9th from 5-9:30, is teaming up with .evan.snyder of for a one-night collaboration. Enjoy an à la carte menu made to pair perfectly with some special BTG wine pours, courtesy of our good friend Jeffrey Alpert of ! 🍷
Annnddd on tunes? We have the lovely DJ Lola Kinks, spinning soulful 70s–90s grooves and all the nostalgic vibes you didn’t know you needed
It’s gonna be fun, it’s gonna be tasty, and yes… save your spot, link in biooooo!!!
11/12/2025
We’re proud to join CHOMP for CHOP, a citywide dining initiative supporting the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Food Pharmacy. 🧡
From November 10–16, 15% of proceeds from our two most popular items — our classic breakfast and cheeseburger — will go towards helping provide nutritious meals and resources to CHOP patients and families facing food insecurity. Come dine for a cause! 🍳🍔
10/29/2025
Thrilled and honored to have welcomed into our space last night to celebrate his new book in partnership with ! Such a beautiful + special night of sharing stories, bottles and conversations. Thank you for sharing your passion with us!
The evening wouldn’t have been possible with our dear friends at .wine, endless gratitude to Ken & the team. And thank you to everyone who came out and made our hearts to full— sharing a glass with this community never gets old.
And of course, thank you to for curating the whole evening and for the most perfect harvest dinner. ♥️
10/21/2025
Last night was truly one for the books. Thank you so much to for coming all the way to Philly to cook with in support of Tables for Change in partnership with !
We had an absolute ball. Thanks to everyone who came out to support! ♥️
09/30/2025
We’re truly over the moon and so incredibly honored to share that we’ve been recognized as one of ’s Best Wine Bars in the world!
The feature highlights the diversity of our wine program, the thoughtful selections curated by our Wine Director, , as well pairing-driven small plates.
A huge thank you to the Wine Spectator team for noticing our program and passion behind it!!
Address
135 S 18th Street
Philadelphia, PA
19103
If traveling by public transport, take the Suburban Station train to 16th Street Station and then walk two blocks south on S 18th Street. Alternatively, take the SEPTA bus line 17 or 23 to the intersection of Locust St & S 18th St and walk one block north.
If driving, take I-76 towards Philadelphia and exit on South Street. Turn right onto S 18th St and continue for three blocks until reaching Walnut St. Limited street parking is available, but it is recommended to park at a nearby parking garage such as Latimer Garage or Rittenhouse Garage.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
7am - 3pm |
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4pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
7am - 3pm |
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4pm - 10pm |
| Thursday |
7am - 3pm |
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4pm - 10pm |
| Friday |
7am - 3pm |
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4pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 3pm |
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4pm - 10pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 3pm |
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4pm - 9pm |
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What people say
New American restaurants are known for their innovative and creative approach to classic American cuisine. a.kitchen, located on S 18th Street in Philadelphia, is a prime example of this culinary trend. This contemporary American restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience that is sure to impress even the most discerning foodie.
One of the standout features of a.kitchen is its impressive wine and spirits program. In fact, it has been recognized as "One of America's Best Wine Restaurants" by Wine Enthusiast. The sommelier, Mariel Wega, has also been named one of Wine and Spirits Magazine's Best New Sommeliers. This means that diners can expect expertly curated wine pairings that perfectly complement each dish.
Speaking of dishes, a.kitchen's menu is full of delicious options that showcase the best of modern American cuisine. From small plates like crispy chicken wings with honey mustard glaze to entrees like grilled hanger steak with roasted mushrooms and bordelaise sauce, there is something for everyone here. And let's not forget about dessert - the chocolate tart with salted caramel ice cream is simply divine.
It's no wonder that a.kitchen has received high praise from food critics as well. Philadelphia Inquirer food critic Craig LaBan awarded the restaurant "Three Bells," which is no small feat in the competitive Philly dining scene.
Overall, if you're looking for a memorable dining experience in Philadelphia, look no further than a.kitchen on S 18th Street. With its innovative wine program, delicious menu offerings, and chic atmosphere, it's sure to be a hit with both locals and visitors alike.
