Sontuosa BYOB

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1. JB

   JeffreyB

   Naples

   8 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall2food4service1ambience3

   We were in the back and they basically forgot about us. When we left the owner wasn’t there so they could not even take a credit card. He forgot we were there. I had to ask for the check only to find I had to pay cash. B+ Food. D service. Not the way to treat a first time diner.

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2. KB

   KitB

   Philadelphia

   9 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on July 28, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   My favorite restaurant in Bryn Mawr, PA. The food is particularly sumptuous and the atmosphere is relaxed, quiet and friendly. I took friends there for the first time on Thursday and they loved it, too. We all started off with their extraordinary cold gazpacho soup then I followed it with the eggplant and lamb dish that was flavored just right to be similar to Greek moussaka. On nice evening, they set tables out on the sidewalk, which is lovely. The area near the post office which is busy during the day, quiets down at night. Sometimes there is a classical guitarist softly playing in the background. The food choices are a lovely selection of different European cuisines unified only by how delicious they are. It’s a little pricey but we’ll worth every penny. Open for lunch, too. BYOB and they now take credit cards.

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   DRHBR

   Philadelphia

   139 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   139 reviews

   Dined on July 16, 2022

   overall4food5service4ambience4

   SONTUOSA is a consistently very good to excellent restaurant. This was our 4th time dining there and it seems to improve each time we go. We had FLATBREAD, gnocci and mussels (red) for appetizers - all super. Pork, grouper, branzino for mains were all superb as well, (The last at 55 dollars was a bit excessively priced, in my opinion). Desserts are house made and similarly high quality. Service was most pleasant and efficient. Overall high marks. We will definitely return and sooner rather than later.

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   Debbie

   New York Area

   26 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   26 reviews

   Dined on July 15, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The food is fabulous! We highly recommend!!

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5. KF

   KarenF

   Philadelphia

   9 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on July 15, 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Our dinner was very good. While eating outside it started to rain and the staff was amazing running with umbrellas to save the day and then moving everyone inside when needed and not skipping a beat. I'd go back for sure.

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6. AK

   AndreaK

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on July 6, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We ate outside as the weather was accommodating for it. Service was excellent, food was absolutely delicious. We had the paella and aubergine. Wonderful evening.

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7. CW

   CriticalWhiners

   Philadelphia

   27 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   27 reviews

   Dined on July 2, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The food is simply amazing, so well prepared. Loved the bronzino. The nicest people work here as well as the owners. Never ever disappointed.

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   maralynh

   Philadelphia

   13 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on July 2, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Good was amazing. Warm and gracious. Excellent service. Can’t wait to return!

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   jbpf

   Philadelphia

   33 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   33 reviews

   Dined on June 26, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Always a great meal at a reasonable price with friendly and attentive staff

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    West Palm Beach

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Superb cuisine in family run gourmet restaurant. BYOB, alfresco dining as well as comfortable indoor dining option. Highly recommend Santousa 🎉👍🏻

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    jans

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Beautiful evening, delish food all served by caring servers! A real gem!

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12. JM

    JMAA

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love the restaurant. Food and service wonderful

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    davids

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Great outdoor terrace. Charming husband and wife owners take great pride in hosting

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14. JG

    JGin

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Ernesto’s team does a great job in every aspect.

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15. KH

    KristinaH

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious! Loved the outdoor seating as well. You won't be disappointed!

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    Phillygal

    Philadelphia

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Large, delicious mussels. Salads were great. Friendly staff.

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17. CL

    ClaireL

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food is always great and everyone there is so nice!

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18. EH

    EileenH

    Philadelphia

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful neighborhood gem! Excellent food!

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19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Lovely spot, great food. Owners and staff are incredibly welcoming.

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20. KB

    KathyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food is absolutely delicious. Best food I’ve had anywhere in years. And we go out a lot. Setting is pleasantly elegant and homey.

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21. RB

    RonB

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a lovely meal. The hostess and waiter were very friendly and accommodating. We look forwarding to coming back again soon.

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    Jonathan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    As you walk into Sontuosa, you’re greeted by the delicious and fragrant aromas drifting from the open kitchen, where a friendly kitchen staff and chef are busily preparing patrons orders. The sound of Corks being popped, at this BYOB establishment, can be heard as dinners enjoy their own libations. The wait staff, presented very friendly and professional, quickly sat us in their main dining area, where conversations from other tables could be heard, but weren’t intrusive or disruptive to the overall ambience in the semi-dimly lit dining room. Water was promptly served and our server rattled off the nights specials. Bread. Olive oil and perhaps a cheese, were brought to the table as we awaited our appetizers. The food: Mussels atop a red sauce for my date, and Veal bone marrow with a cilantro and tomato salad for myself - this ultimately set the tone for what to expect from the Chefs. The Marrow, from the split bone it was served in, was amazingly tantalizing with each small bite I took. Coupled with the dressing from the salad and the tartness of the tomatoes… my tastebuds were doing a happy dance. I reached over and tried my dates Mussels and quickly realized why she hadn’t offered me any, they were absolutely divine. The sauce they’re served in was savory, with just the right amount of seasoning to enhance the mussels. Go ahead and dip your bread in the sauce too, you’ll love it. Whereas my date enjoyed her Entree from the set menu, a lovely bowl of Buccatini Bolognese, the perfect thick pasta with an equally hearty sauce, I opted for the special, non menu item, The Paella, topped with mussels, clams, prawns/shrimp sausage and chicken breast or pork. Quite frankly, I should have packed my bags for this trip to Santuosa, because the chef took me on a culinary journey with this one dish. A hint of Spain, a dash of Italy and a drizzle of the Middle East, made this dining experience one to remember.

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23. L

    Local

    Philadelphia

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was our first time dining at this restaurant! Everything was delicious from the appetizers to the yummy desserts! We will be back!

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience3

    BYO - did not provide ice bucket Rushed removal of dishes Servers lovely but need more training

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    bbf7

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Mary and Ernesto are fabulous! The food is delicious and it is always consistent. Love Santuosa!

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26. EB

    EllenB

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We always leave happy—our favorite special occasion restaurant

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    kristink

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Last night was my 4th time at this restaurant and once again it did not disappoint! Food is amazing!! The owners are always there except for last night but Erin was amazing!

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28. DH

    DavidH

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Alway excellent.

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    Galerie

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    We ate outdoors on a very windy night. It was not the restaurant's fault, but it made things difficult. The food was very good as was the service. I thought it was a little pricey so the value was a bit lower. But overall Santuosa was great. I very much recommend it!

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    LeaZ

    Philadelphia

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    Our first time there. Overall food was very good . Unfortunately, not enough wait staff and service was sporadic and slow . Our server was brand new - her second day . Had to ask for bread . She came to us after our appetizers to ask if we wanted our bill. We had not received our entrees .. It was obvious that she was very nervous and was very timid . We kept trying to reassure her she was doing ok. When it came time for dessert she took our order . Brought us our coffee and 20 minutes later we had to ask where our dessert was She went to check and came back to inform us they were out of every dessert we asked for. She offered the dessert they had and it was supposed to be complimentary due to the mix up. When the bill came we were charged and when I questioned it she went back for an adjustment but we were billed for two desserts anyway . I didn’t want to make an issue out of it And we just payed the bill. We may try it again because this week is very good. Prices are high. And everything is ala carte. We don’t mind paying more if food is good and it was . Service needs Improvement

    Sontuosa BYOBResponded on April 9, 2022Lea, thank you for your review and we apologize about your service, Karly was, indeed, nervous so we are putting more effort in training her. I owe you desserts, not clear on why you were charged. As far as "a la Carte" all our proteins are accompanied with veggie and a starch. We would appreciate it if you would visit us again so that we can take better care of you.

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31. HM

    HurtadoM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    Excellent food, nice casual atmosphere. BYOB which makes it even more affordable. Support our local businesses. BRYN Mawr is great

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32. LL

    LenL

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent, interesting, full flavored food. No music so you can have an intelligent conversation and hear the other people in your party. Very personal service.

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    malvmom

    Philadelphia

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Loved the grilled calamari -so tender! As was the pork osso buco -falling off the bone. Pappardelle so thin and light. The aubergine was also a great choice. Loved the flavor and the presentation. Staff incredible - friendly and attentive.

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34. JF

    JosephF

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    The food was as expected but the ventilation was bad as the smoke from the open kitchen made it hard to breathe.

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35. MS

    MSArdmore

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Visited early on a Wednesday evening and there wasn't much of a crowd yet though it was busier when we were leaving. Excellent service, answered questions, made wine recommendations (don't forget it's BYO!) based on our order. Five stars all around, can't wait to returna and enjoy their patio area with nicer weather and live music!

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36. LL

    LenL

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Creative, innovative , very tasty, beautifully presented food by a very helpful staff. Ernesto is a great host!

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    Excellent dinner-second time there. Did not disappoint

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    emperorcharlesv

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was outstanding and relaxed environment. Definitely will go again

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39. DB

    DonnaB

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was delicious and fresh . Would love to have them add more vegetarian selections .

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    BarbaraG

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Went on the spur of the moment with my teenage daughter. The portions were good sized and we ended up sharing several of our dishes. The staff was very accommodating. Overall all good food and good service.

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