Description

Despite the ebb and flow of Philadelphia's restaurant renaissance, oneeatery consistently maintains its place in the hearts and stomachs ofdiscerning diners. Now in its third decade, the Sansom Street Oyster Househas stayed true to the city's great old fish house tradition while alsostaying ahead of the curve. Executive Chef and Owner Cary Neff maintains a menu of such classics dishesas fried oysters ...
by restaurant.com on February 08, 2008 from restaurant.com

Tips

Save Money: Check for special pricing on menu regulars. Past bargains include oyster loaf sandwich for $2.15, and broiled obster for $15.16.
by Citysearch on April 03, 2008 from Citysearch
What To Drink: Basic wines by the glass will set you back about $6.50. A pint of great local beers by Stoudt's, Flying Fish or Yards costs less than $5.
by Citysearch on April 03, 2008 from Citysearch

Editorial Reviews

In Short The setup is simple: oyster bar in front, bistro tables in back. Though business folk and theatergoers who've been eating here for 70-some years may take this Philadelphia dining experience for granted, first-time diners notice time-tested details: a collection of antique oyster dishes, fast-moving servers, hand-pumped local microbrews and a lunchtime line to the register. Straightforward ...
Rated 4.25 stars by Citysearch on April 03, 2008 from Citysearch
Sansom Street knows everything there is to know about oysters -- where they come from, how their flavors differ, and how to prepare them. The space is colorful and you can watch the practiced shuckers at their craft, if you choose to sit at the bar at lunchtime. Blackboards listing the daily specials perch beside a large collection of antique oyster plates and nautical lithographs. Inventive chef- ...
by frommers on April 05, 2007 from frommers