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Mabu Kitchen

4.8 (407)
$30 and under
Contemporary French / American
1120 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-6209

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Mabu Kitchen

4.8
$30 and under
Contemporary French / American
Center City

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
BYOB contemporary French/American restaurant with a unique blend of Southern-inspired comfort food and bistro classics. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, with antique mirrors lining the walls, candlelight, and friendly service. There is seasonal outdoor seating along a lovely alleyway with potted blooms and bird serenades.

Located on historic Antique Row, this charming spot is a great meeting place for a special occasion, date-night, business meal, or a casual dinner with friends. It is a small family-owned business that is often called "a hidden gem." Grab your favorite bottle of wine and come experience well-executed food and warm hospitality.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Comfort Food, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Contact
    (215) 279-7590
  • Website
    https://mabukitchenphilly.com/
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    AJ Sinawi
  • Private party facilities
    We proudly offer private events in our beautiful and cozy space, for up to 26 guests. Past events include birthdays, anniversaries, showers, holiday gatherings, and business get-togethers. We offer a la carte dining as well as customized menus. Please contact us directly for details, 215-279-7590, or email us at mabukitchenmanager@outlook.com.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    1120 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-6209
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Cross street
    Corner of Quince, between 11th and 12th streets.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Mabu Kitchen.

4.8

4.8
(407)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Best Value

  • Philadelphia

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mabu Kitchen is a cozy neighborhood gem celebrated for its "delicious food" and "consistently good service." With a varied, small menu, it offers flavorful dishes like beef bourguignon and shrimp & grits. The intimate atmosphere is "like being in a friend's dining room," and BYOB enhances the experience.
407 Reviews

  1. Christine

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The layering of flavor in the Beef bourguignon was incredibly delicious!

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  2. Nancy

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Mabu. The food is consistently good, the service is wonderful and the ambiance is cozy. The menu is small but very varied so there is something delicious for everyone to enjoy. This time we also had the dessert. The mudpie was rich and intensely chocolatey. The tiramisu was velvety and airy. It is also a BYOB, which I really like.

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  3. Stephen Gold

    Philadelphia56 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a real neighborhood gem. The food is excellent, the service is attentive without being overbearing and the atmosphere is like being in a friend’s dinning room. Highly recommend.

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  4. Jane

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ryan was great! We were late and had limited time to eat- he expedited our order and took great care of us. Thank you!

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  5. Andy Gold

    San Francisco12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 22, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great burger. Service always good. Quiet little neighborhood spot

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  6. Liz Gold

    Philadelphia9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is a lovely and cozy spot to catch a lovely dinner with your own bottle of wine. The food was fresh and well prepared and arrived hot to our table! My newfound favorite restaurant.

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  7. Nicholas

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 15, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely date night here. Intimate tables, phenomenal food, and BYO, which is always nice. Ryan, our server, was excellent. Very knowledgeable and friendly. He even called me after to inform me I left a bottle of wine behind. Highly recommend.

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  8. Bill

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for Sunday brunch, my wife had shrimp and grits while I had French toast bananas foster. The food was fresh and delicious! Service was warm and friendly. Overall a wonderful experience in an intimate atmosphere.

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  9. Philip

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 8, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined at Mabu Kitchen several times and have never been disappointed with the food or service.

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  10. Jane Gold

    Philadelphia74 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Interesting diverse menu, excellent dishes, outstanding service!! One of our favorite small restaurants in Center City!!!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Comfort Food, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Contact
    (215) 279-7590
  • Website
    https://mabukitchenphilly.com/
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    AJ Sinawi
  • Private party facilities
    We proudly offer private events in our beautiful and cozy space, for up to 26 guests. Past events include birthdays, anniversaries, showers, holiday gatherings, and business get-togethers. We offer a la carte dining as well as customized menus. Please contact us directly for details, 215-279-7590, or email us at mabukitchenmanager@outlook.com.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    1120 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-6209
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Cross street
    Corner of Quince, between 11th and 12th streets.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

FAQs

Mabu Kitchen offers a small, cozy main dining room with window counter/bar seating and seasonal outdoor seating along a lovely alleyway with potted blooms.

Sunday brunch at Mabu Kitchen (Sunday 10:00 am–3:00 pm) is a guest favorite, many diners praise the dedicated brunch menu and return for it.

Brunch portions at Mabu Kitchen are reported as generous and more than adequate, guests often say they leave comfortably full.

Yes, Mabu Kitchen’s cozy, candlelit dining room and intimate atmosphere make it a popular choice for date night, with several guests calling it perfect for a romantic evening.

Yes, Mabu Kitchen offers seasonal outdoor seating along a lovely alleyway, and guests frequently mention the small outdoor side area where they’ve enjoyed dining al fresco.

Mabu Kitchen is a cozy, candlelit bistro, antique mirrors, warm service, and intimate lighting create a romantic, neighborhood feel, though the small dining room and occasional live music can make it lively and sometimes loud.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, neat attire fits well with Mabu Kitchen’s casual-elegant setting.

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Mabu Kitchen

4.8
$30 and under
Contemporary French / American
Center City

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
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