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Estia - Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

Estia - Philadelphia

4.8
4.8
8205 Reviews
$50 and over
Greek
The stunning restaurant, which is first of its kind in Philadelphia, will transport guests to the Greek Islands with an atmosphere reminiscent of an inviting Mediterranean home & a menu of authentic specialties, simply prepared, that represent the best of Greek cuisine. The restaurant specializes in whole grilled fish which are flown in from the Greek Islands, the shores of Morocco, Tunisia, & Portugal. Guests are able to choose from Estia’s expansive display & watch chefs cook their fish to perfection over a charcoal grill in the sparkling open kitchen.

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2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 67 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 735-7700
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Visit our website for Catering Options.
  • Private party facilities
    Multiple private dining rooms are available. We can host groups from 6-180 guests in a private setting. Please email events@estiarestaurant.com
  • Private party contact
    Anastasia Pashalis & Amanda Grasso: (215) 735-7700
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Cross street
    On Locust between 15th and Broad
  • Parking details
    The closest parking is available at the Park Hyatt at the Bellevue for a daily/hourly fee based on their fee schedule. The least expensive parking is available at Latimer Garage at 1510 Latimer St.
  • Public transit
    SEPTA (Broad St Line @Locust St)PATCO (Speedline, 15th and Locust)
  • Entertainment
    Estia features live music every Friday and Saturday night starting at 6pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • NYE at Estia

    $125.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    Join us for NYE! For reservations from 9:00-10:30 p.m.: Live DJ, Complimentary Champagne Toast, and Dancing starting at 9:00 p.m. 4 course menu to be served. Menu is available online under promotions. Price is $125 per person before tax and tip.

What 8,205 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

8,205 Reviews
  1. Esjfromwc

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We shared the whole fish. It was excellent and with two appetizers and a side it was a very satisfying meal.

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  2. JoeM

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Food was good but not worth those prices…. Server was great

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  3. foodie

    Philadelphia

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Attentive wait staff. Nice ambiance. Estia is definitely one of my go to restaurants and it doesn't disappoint.

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  4. ZinoviD

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great birthday celebration . Authentic food, vibe, and restaurant style

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  5. NicoleF

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every plate from appetizer to dessert is prepared to perfection every time I dine at Estia. Their fish is outstanding. The baklava is the best I’ve ever had. Great servers too.

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  6. VictoriaS

    E. Tennessee

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Attentive staff once the theatre crowd cleared out. Excellent dishes meant for sharing; great advice on wine selections.

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  7. LisaS

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Hadnt been here in several years and thoroughly enjoyed returning. Delicious dishes, more than ample portions, great service. Nice to see a local classic continue to compete and delight.

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  8. SuzanneD

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious hummus, octopus, and branzino. Everyone at our table enjoyed their respective meals.

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  9. JacquelineT

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food is always outstanding. We went for my fiancés 30th birthday with the family and they took great care of us and gave additional desserts.

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  10. foodguru

    Atlantic City

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite place for happy hour and dinner before or after a show, a special occasion, or just anytime. Everything is delicious! My favorites are the lamb, tuna, spanakopita, and octupus. Not only is the food fantastic, but so is the service.

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  11. slsl

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and excellent service! We will be back.

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  12. Maeco

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never a bad meal at Estia! Freshest fish ever. Be sure to order the tomato, cucumber and feta salad.

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  13. bobby

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great choice for dinner and super convenient if attending something at Kimmel Center. Estia offers a theater menu. Food was great. Service was very attentive.

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  14. nullCP

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a great time - good food & a very nice server, Sarah.

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  15. delighted

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful dinner before a show across the street at the Academy of Music! Everything about it was just right!

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  16. RayD

    Philadelphia

    33 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We have dined at Estia many times over the years. Yesterday was our first visit in a while. It was busy early evening after a play across the street at the Academy of Music. Our service was excellent and the food, as aways, was great. The avgolmeno was excellent -- in some places it is too lemony, here just right. We especially enjoyed the halibut and the roasted potato and orzo (yogurt) sides. We'll be back.

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  17. JBo40

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect, from our awesome server Nick to the delicious food! Thanks, Estia, for a fantasy dining experience!

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  18. Gaga

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server, Nick, was very pleasant and efficient. My granddaughter loved her meal and gave the rest room a 10 rating.

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  19. MariaL

    Mobile

    19 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Some dishes were wonderful others very mediocre. Seemed really expensive for the quality, veggies under cooked, fish bland. Our waiter was wonderful but the noise level is off the charts ! Would not go again

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  20. KellyR

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great evening. The food was outstanding, the service was wonderful and the cocktails superb!!

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  21. AnneV

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful welcoming dining experience. We were there for a pre theater dinner and we served on time to get to the show. All the food was exquisite

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  22. Deni0401

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Estia is our go-to place before a show. The food is excellent, the wine list plentiful, the service always great. They even have a Theatre Menue, 3 courses, if you prefer.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely excellent service and outstanding food!

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  24. dcfoodie

    Washington DC

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great for pre theater - special menu available and it’s right across the street from Kimmel center. Our food was delicious and good value.

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  25. love2dine

    Philadelphia

    117 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    117 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Consistently meets expectations - great selection, especially 3-course pre-theater menu a good option. Prices are a bit too high in our opinion, but food was great, service excellent.

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  26. mnate

    Philadelphia

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect for a business lunch. The service was so friendly and attentive!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great food as always! Wonderful for pre-theatre dinner!

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  28. SamBR

    Philadelphia

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, our experience was fantastic. Food was prepared well. I had the Shrimp souvlaki. Service was excellent. Noise was medium and appropriate. We always come here before theater and opera and are never disappointed.

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  29. Jeanne

    Atlantic City

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I took my 2 adult nieces for dinner before seeing Wicked. We all did the prix fixe which is a tremendous bargain. We had the octopus, Caesar salad and spanikopta appetizers, Branzino and lamb shank for dinner. The octopus is one of the best in the city - tender and delicious. The lamb shank is so tender you don’t need a knife. Every dish was perfect. We each had a specialty drink and loved them. The perfect place before going to a show - or any time

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  30. KimO

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great place before a show. Our waitress was great on getting us our food promptly and ensuring we got to our show on time. Fish was cooked perfectly.

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  31. JohnR

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gwen, our server, was excellent. The food selection is very good. You have the choice of meat, fish or vegetable dishes. All of them are great. It was a fun evening.

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  32. VeniceG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful experience at Estia. The food was very fresh and delicious. The atmosphere was great and the service was remarkable. We will be returning soon.

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  33. MKS1

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Service was very good. We stopped dining here as pricing was getting to be too much for us but with new prix fix theatre menu option we will be back frequently. Great value and excellent cuisine.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful place to eat. One of my favorites in Philly!

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  35. MegML

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I hadn't eaten in the Center City location in many many years, and it was even better than I remembered it to be! Our server was so excellent. And there were so many gluten-free options. They are not marked on the menu, (I really wish they were or had a separate allergy menu), but our server was very helpful. My husband can't have any dairy, and he was also very happy with his many options. Don't miss the octopus. Don't miss the lamb chops. Don't miss the striped bass. Don't miss the tuna tartar. Don't miss the entire menu!

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  36. MarisaC

    Atlantic City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best food, drinks & service on Philadelphia. My favorite place to dine !!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We started with our absolute favorite appetizer , octopus. It was outstanding! Our main course of lamb chops was seasoned to perfection and delicious. Estia is a perennial favorite

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  38. Moma

    Greater Boston

    83 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our favorite restaurant. Probably one of the best restaurants in the US. When we visited Philadelphia 4 years ago, we enjoyed our dinner there. We are visiting the city again and came back. Food was very delicious again. Our server Nick was very nice. We really love this place!!!

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  39. ChesterC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We sat and waited at our table for ten to fifteen minutes. Not a single water came to greet us, offer us water or take our orders. We eventually left out of frustration. Absolutely horrendous service.

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  40. LynnDave

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Great service and ambiance. Looking forward to dining there again soon.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Estia - Philadelphia using the Order Online button. Estia - Philadelphia also offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Estia - Philadelphia also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 735-7700.

Estia - Philadelphia is rated 4.8 stars by 8205 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 67 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Estia - Philadelphia

1405 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Additional information

  • Cross street
    On Locust between 15th and Broad
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The closest parking is available at the Park Hyatt at the Bellevue for a daily/hourly fee based on their fee schedule. The least expensive parking is available at Latimer Garage at 1510 Latimer St.
  • Public transit
    SEPTA (Broad St Line @Locust St)PATCO (Speedline, 15th and Locust)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Estia features live music every Friday and Saturday night starting at 6pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (215) 735-7700
  • Catering
    Visit our website for Catering Options.
  • Private party facilities
    Multiple private dining rooms are available. We can host groups from 6-180 guests in a private setting. Please email events@estiarestaurant.com
  • Private party contact
    Anastasia Pashalis & Amanda Grasso: (215) 735-7700
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