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(Now Closed)Southern Food Restaurant$$$$
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
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Porter MasonSeptember 16, 2017Everything we had was good. 4 appetizers, 4 entered, 3 desserts. It was all good: crawfish pie, wings, fried green tomatoes, ham, fried chicken, catfish, steak, milk & cookies, banana pudding...
Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 6, 2015Rex is best at brunch. The Monte Cristo sandwich is a small miracle: Swiss and pepperjack melting into smoked ham and fig preserves between lofty slices of brioche, battered and deep-fried. Read more
MarcApril 3, 2016Food & Wine Best Burgers in Philly: excellent burger topped w/bacon, fried onions, bibb lettuce & spicy pimento cheese. Cocktails also fantastic, and interior has charm of "a faded Southern mansion."
Absolutely love their brunch! Their chicken and waffles eggs benedict is incredible, and my husband loves their huevos rancheros. Cozy atmosphere and great ambiance too!
Bre BonnerAugust 22, 2015One of the best southern fare restaurants in Philly hands down. I've never seen a more complete menu from drinks to apps to entrees. A definite for any night regardless of purpose
Daphne PapapolyzouApril 8, 2015Amazing atmospheres and cocktails made by the really skillful barman. They have special burgers every Tuesday, which are more than worth trying
dwayne mentisJanuary 19, 2019Cocktails, appetizers, and main course can’t go wrong. Great food and the music it BEST, awesome staff very attentive and friendly.
Seonne B.January 2, 2016I had the pleasure of getting the Chicken & Waffles Benedict and it was to die for! Def a good brunch spot!
Come for the burger but stay for the creative cocktail program and amazing wings. Tell Paco at the bar that we sent you.
Ian LazzaraAugust 10, 2014The chicken and waffles were amazing. Nice craft cocktails as well. No wait for Sunday brunch.
Patrick WMarch 28, 2015Brisket and pimento grilled cheese. It's awesome and makes for a great recovery meal on those weekend mornings.
Mary DunhamJuly 13, 2013Everything I hoped for, and more. Friendly staff, great food, and a well stocked bar. Will definitely recommend and be back.
Brandy BonesAugust 18, 2017intimate space and wonderful bar. favorite place for a taste of new orleans in philly.
Gabriel HayesSeptember 3, 2015Awesome place for dinner in Philadelphia on South St. Delicious southern food and great drinks.
Tom DudzicMay 10, 2013Jambalaya was awesome. Dirty gin martini great too. Love the music & old movies playing too. I'll be back.
Bill HollisMay 6, 2013What a fine menu, and a great kitchen. This food is cleverly composed, and Very well performed. Go HERE!
Felicia BetheaJuly 14, 2013Awesome ! My new favorite brunch spot 😍 Had a special; fried chicken Benedict! Bloody Mary was great.
Great brunch menu, mostly classic dishes and cocktails that really hit the spot.
Lou is one of the very best bartenders in Philadelphia. Try the Chai Latte, wonderful doesn't even taste like alcohol.
MichaelJuly 21, 2013Stick to the southern fare - most impressed with the crawfish loaded Huevos Rancheros and cornmeal waffles!
Come on Mondays for dinner. I run the kitchen and make the entrees. Pedro does garde manger and desserts!
go see travis, he's so dreamy. the seitan meatloaf is good, too.
- The curried collard greens are wonderful!
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REX 1516 is a restaurant serving southern comfort food in a bluesy, relaxed atmosphere.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(267) 319-1366
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Yes
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Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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