“They have done wonders” in “transforming” the “sterile” lobby of the Cira Centre (next to University City’s Amtrak station) to create this “rustic”, “farmer’s market”–inspired New American, “another winner” from Iron Chef Jose Garces, where an “efficient” staff serves up “interesting” cocktails and “innovative” cuisine that “sparkles”; though a few quip the portions are too small “to feed Kate...
A true seasonal ingredient celebration, with flatbreads, roasted beets and fresh oven rolls with apple-thyme jam.
The newest act from Philly Iron Chef Jose Garces resides across the street from 30th Street Station on the ground floor of a sleek, law-firm-occupied skyscraper. It's a find, for sure -- and offers a refreshingly greenhouse-esque juxtaposition with its steel-and-glass surroundings. The theme here: Seasonal fare from small-production American farms. Standouts on the opening menu include...
JG Domestic Restaurant Review:
The next time you take the train to Philly or are anywhere near town, head to this smart eatery at Cira Centre from an Iron Chef. Jose Garces’ lunch-centric venture delivers farm-sourced American dishes in a country store-meets-urban chic setting. The kitchen circles back to the source every time, from the house-made pastrami to the domestic burger with Jersey tomato and the Fair Food salad....