Amada
Tapas Restaurant and Spanish Restaurant$$$$
Center City East, Philadelphia
The Spanish food at Amada is a can't miss
"Amada made our list of 50 Best Restaurants in Philly!"(7 Tips)
"Authentic Spanish tapas and the best Sangria in the city"(4 Tips)
"Try the Albondigas - Lamb meatballs with shaved Manchego."(5 Tips)
"Chef Jose Garces"(3 Tips)
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Lance LacoffMarch 16, 2016Nice ambience, delicious Spanish cheeses and meats (splurge for the jamón iberico), and it's worth trying as many different items as possible. The garnacha blend Prima is a winner from the wine list
EaterApril 16, 2012While Garces isn't in the kitchen, much of the menu is still full of his spirit. Even though it opened in 2005, getting a reservation is still a challenge 7 years later. [Eater 38 Member]
Hannah GMJune 2, 2016This is one of my favorite restaurants in Philly! Try some of the cured meats, garlic shrimp, flatbreads, fideos made with calamari, and the lamb meatballs.... but, honestly, everything is great here.
David RosenbloomNovember 24, 2014Garces' flagship restaurant in Philly. The garlic shrimp tapa is insane. Try one of the flatbreads as well; the short rib one is a fave. Ham croquettas and potatas bravas are always amazing.
David BaboolallMarch 14, 2013Lunch: Catalan Express is definitely the way to go. Sopa de Batata, the best sweet potato soup I've had, paired with the spicy potatoes and vegetarian sandwich (which was great) left me full and happy
Samira BravoMay 14, 2015Great Tapas had the garlic shrimp, Albondigas, spicy potatoes & flatbread they were all amazing!! The bar is pretty cool great wine selection also.
Philly.comAugust 3, 2014Jose Garces presents stunning updates to classic Spanish flavors in an evocative, 135-seat space in Old City. The service is impressive and the menu well-tuned, but those small plates add up quickly. Read more
Andrew FurmanOctober 22, 2018Meatballs, empanadas, and scallops were all really good. I had slightly higher hopes overall, but really solid spot.
Hind RMay 17, 2017I enjoyed the flat bread the most. We shared the edmami salad and the wagyu sirloin they were all good.
Lore BenaventJune 12, 2015One of the best restaurants in Philly. Some of my favorites are the crab stuffed peppers and the parmesan artichokes, but everything on the menu is delish!!!
Amber SmithJune 10, 2012Quite possibly best restaurant I've ever been to. Cheese w/ garlic dulce de leche made me melt. Literally EVERYTHING was amazing. Flatbread with chorizo and shrimp was to die to die for. GET DESSERT.
Tony XerriMarch 4, 2013I came here for drinks and was not dissappointed. Amazing sangria and will come again to try dinner. Only bad thing are the moron rich white people that think they know everything about wine. Shut up.
ErinOctober 13, 2014Estrella Damm is on tap--pair it with tapas! Pimientos de padrón, gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas--take your pick!
Rachel OrrMarch 9, 2014I would say best restaurant I have ever been too. Hands down. Everything was amazing. Lemon ricotta pancakes. Melt in your mouth!
Steven AndrophyFebruary 2, 2013You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but I definitely recommend the garrotxa cheese with garlic dulce de leche, the albóndigas and grilled chorizo or octopus.
Era SinghMarch 22, 2014Yummy! Great ambiance, service, and food. Loved the garlic shrimp, peppers, and the doughnuts for dessert! Flatbreads were overrated - I prefer the tapas!
Bronwen ShawJuly 13, 2014Amazing dinner- must try is the wagyu beef and spanish olives. The dessert was outstanding-- chocolate sorbet, pistachio and honey ice cream!
Inna Ben ZeevDecember 30, 2014Best meal I had in Philly. All dishes were yummy. Didn't love the rose sangria - too sweet.
bcDecember 6, 2012The tasting menu is the way to go. Heaps of food and all the best dishes. Don't miss the arroz temporado or short rib flat bread.
Richard RevillaOctober 15, 2012Highly recommend Amada's when in Philly. Tapas are great. Staff very professional and a great environment.
Ariel WuSeptember 5, 2015The hanger steak bites and the cheese plate with apple slices and honey were both AMAZING.
Colleen MartinJanuary 24, 2013Ordr Granache 2 strt but switch 2 Temperanillo 4 dinner so as not 2 ovrpwr the full flavrd menu. Skip the chckn-it fails in comparsn 2 the rest of the menu&the roastd pepprs w/goat chz is a MUST HAVE!
Aubra FOctober 10, 2016Everything was great, but particular favorites include sangria (red), lamb meatballs, flatbread, & scallops.- Fodor's TravelAugust 29, 2018The large, festive front room can skew loud; for a quieter meal, ask for a table in the second dining room, beyond the open kitchen. Read more
Larisa GrollemondMarch 5, 2016Dinner is good, but make a reservation or be prepared to wait. Nice selection of Spanish wines for a drink at the bar too!
Cassie PJanuary 29, 2014Awesome spot for Spanish tapas!! Highly recommend this place for any type of occasion but make a reservation in advance!
Sophia HJanuary 26, 2016Garrotxa cheese, cana de cabra cheese, escalivada, panceta (pork belly), and hanger steak brochettes!! 😋
Kevin C.August 26, 2018It’s no Spain, but it’s good. Try the expensive tater tots! Good food. Fun for the whole family!
Bryan PowellNovember 19, 2016Everything is great here! I come here every time I'm in town. You will not be disappointed.- Davinci VirtualJune 22, 2011Chef Jose Garces serves authentic Spanish tapas perfectly paired with cocktails that make for a delicious night out. Artichoke and wild mushroom flatbread is a must have!
GonzaloJanuary 29, 2017The tapas are a bit disappointing. Avoid the octopus and the gambas al ajillo. The tocino de cielo was good and also the rabo de toro.
Darius AtmarNovember 16, 2011Must haves: empanadas, flat breads, garlic shrimp, pork with white beans, and to top it off, apple slices with manchego cheese drizzled with truffle honey
Kaushik CidambiMarch 23, 2014As always the food and the service was great. Got to sit at the kitchen bar. Always makes for a good experience.
Visit PhillyMarch 7, 2012The perfect spot is located at the end of the main dining room. The chef's counter, with six high chairs, gets you up-close to the action in the kitchen.
Sasha MargasakMay 5, 2013Scallops were a little over done and over seasoned, but the pesto and paella were phenomenal. Definitely recommend the two if you're dining here
Dining Out for Life PHLApril 23, 2013Make your reservation now! Amada is participating in Dining Out for Life 2013 by donating 33% of every meal sold on Thursday, April 25. Dine Out, Fight AIDS! To learn more about the cause: Read more- Reinhold ResidentialSeptember 6, 2012Authentic Spanish tapas and the best Sangria in the city at this sophisticated and sexy establishment. Perfect date spot!
Alex MasAugust 28, 2015If you want to eat tapas you will be disappointed here. They are very different than what you find in Spain. Portions are really small for a tapa and over-expensive.
Katie MillerAugust 13, 2015The scallops a la plancha and the chicken hijo are amazing and Excellent red wines
Derya GuvenAugust 9, 2015Everything was so amazing. The grilled scallops are by far the best item on this menu!
Kimberly AllsebrookDecember 21, 2014Still the most awesome tapas in the city!! A must go to experience!
Alyssa GuoMarch 2, 2015Portion sizes are small but the food is quite good. Flat breads and the lambs are awesome.
Clay WilliamsOctober 3, 2012One of my first favorite Philly spots. Hams hanging from the ceiling, the works. Music on the weekends.
David SchraderMay 26, 2014Totally excellent charcuterie and cheese board. Hell, everything we had was great.
Ben HennesyAugust 23, 2011If you don't mind spending a little money ... come here and order the tasting menu (55 pp?). You will leave fat and happy. Ask for the octopus.
Alison TApril 16, 2011The duck flatbread is only ok. Try the crab stuffed peppers are a must try. Don't miss the grapefruit, tequila and agave cocktail.
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Amada is Chef Garces’ iconic first restaurant. Since opening in 2005, this gorgeous rustic-chic restaurant and bar has embraced the rich traditions of Spanish cuisine. Amada’s capacious dining room features a six-seat chef’s counter overlooking the open kitchen, a comfortable second dining room a...
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