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European restaurant right of Rittenhouse Square - Aleksandar, Philadelphia, PA

Aleksandar

4.5
4.5
506 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary European

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
Aleksandar is the newest addition to the acclaimed Rittenhouse Square restaurant scene. We are inspired by seasonal ingredients, chef-driven techniques, and the traditions and flavors of ancestral and modern Europe.

With floor-to-ceiling windows, large-scale original artwork, and cozy wood finishes, we at Aleksandar strive to marry Old World authenticity and modern culinary flare. Aleksandar is an approachable introduction to different corners of Europe, a place to discover new flavors and old traditions. Reservations are highly recommended. Walk-ins are accommodated whenever possible. We look forward to your visit!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Modern European, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 279-7738
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Aleksandar Alimpijevic
  • Private party facilities
    **PRIVATE EVENTS AVAILABLE**We offer private event packages. Book via email. Please send all inquiries to eat@restaurantaleksandar.com.
  • Neighbourhood
    Center City
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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Experiences

  • New Year’s Eve Pre Fixe: Dine, Toast, Celebrate

    US$120.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Celebrate NYE with an unforgettable evening of delectable dining, festive cocktails, whether you're toasting with friends or enjoying a romantic night out, let us make your countdown magical. Reserve your table now and welcome 2024 in style! 🥂🎆
    New Year’s Eve Pre Fixe: Dine, Toast, Celebrate photo

What 506 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aleksandar is an independent culinary gem offering "delicious and creative" dishes. Guests rave about the "amazing" pierogi and scallops risotto. The restaurant's "beautiful interior" complements its "uniquely plated" meals and "tasty cocktails." Despite occasional noise issues, the "friendly and knowledgeable" staff ensure a "fantastic" dining experience, making it a "hidden gem" worth revisiting.

506 Reviews
  1. John

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have dined twice recently at Aleksandar, and both times everything was exquisite. The staff are welcoming and well informed. The dishes are thoughtfully conceived, beautifully presented, and scrumptious. The ambiance is warm and inviting. Highly recommended.!

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  2. Gerald

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    384 reviews

    5.0

    384 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a pleasant brunch that our out-of-town guests greatly enjoyed. Portions are generous and delicious.
    AleksandarResponded today
    We're so glad to hear that you and your guests had a wonderful experience! We can't wait to welcome them back for another meal soon! I'm sure we'll be seeing you even sooner. Looking forward to it as always. Happy new year, Restaurant Aleksandar

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  3. Susan

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Charming place near Rittenhouse Square. Interesting menu with diverse choices. The beef tartare and mussels were outstanding. Small wine list but excellent and fairly priced choices. The service was friendly and well paced. Highly recommend.
    AleksandarResponded today
    Thank you so much for your kind words and high ratings! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our menu, especially the beef tartare and mussels. We take pride in offering a wide variety of options to cater to all tastes. As a small, family-owned business, your recommendation means a lot to us. We hope to see you again soon at Aleksandar for another amazing dining experience. Warmest regards, Restaurant Aleksandar

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  4. Nick

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We can’t say anything about the service. It was great. However, the food lacked flavor. We all agreed that it was fresh, but not fine and sophisticated. Moreover, it tasted more on the salty side, especially the mussels and halibut.
    AleksandarResponded today
    We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the service at Aleksandar. Your feedback is appreciated and will be used to improve our dishes. Your comments will be shared with our culinary team for review. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon. Warmest regards, Restaurant Aleksandar

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was really good. On par with talulahs. David was a great server. The ambiance was very n ice Sat by the large front window and watched the snow falling. We ordered a variety of food.. Waldorf salad, steak, gnocchi, beef Tavares, cabbage special and pierogies The only thing we didn't care for were the pierogies
    AleksandarResponded on December 21, 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us! We love that you enjoyed your meal and found the food on par with Talulah’s - that’s such a wonderful compliment!! David will be thrilled to know he made your evening special - he told us what a great time he had serving you. We’re glad you enjoyed the ambiance by the front window while watching the snow fall. It truly was magical! It was truly a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. - Restaurant Aleksandar

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  6. Gerald

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    384 reviews

    5.0

    384 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Hokkaido Scallops were wonderful, as usual. Always a pleasure ...
    AleksandarResponded on December 18, 2024
    Good evening, Gerry!! Thank you as always for your kind words. We appreciate your business and continued support. We can't wait to serve you again!! - Restaurant Aleksandar

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  7. Amelia

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous dinner - great food, atmosphere, service!
    AleksandarResponded on December 15, 2024
    Thanks for the review! We look forward to serving you again soon! - Restaurant Aleksandar

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  8. Susan

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just wonderful. Cozy, beautiful place, great food and drinks, and terrific service. Perfect for a Friday night dinner date.
    AleksandarResponded on December 10, 2024
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It's great to know that you enjoyed this cozy place we call home. We strive to make every visit a memorable one, and it's wonderful to hear that we succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back for your next date night!! Happy Holidays, Restaurant Aleksandar

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  9. Kristen

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and beautiful plates. The staff was also very friendly and attentive. And the atmosphere is fun and chic with great music and art.
    AleksandarResponded on December 10, 2024
    Hey Kristen, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We love to hear that our staff provided friendly service. We like to treat our guests like family here at Restaurant Aleksandar. Thanks so much for saying that our atmosphere is fun and chic. That means a lot to us. We can't wait to host you again soon!! Happy Holidays, Restaurant Aleksandar

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  10. Julie

    VIP

    San Diego

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was rude and the food was so heavy and filled with too much sauce.
    AleksandarResponded on December 1, 2024
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We would love to learn more about your visit so we can address these concerns and improve. Please feel free to reach out to us directly at the email we provided directly to your private messages. We truly value your input and hope you'll give us another chance to provide the quality of service we are known to uphold in the near future.

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FAQs

Aleksandar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 279-7738.

Aleksandar is rated 4.5 stars by 506 OpenTable diners.

Aleksandar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Aleksandar

126 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Center City
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Modern European, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Aleksandar Alimpijevic
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (215) 279-7738
  • Private party facilities
    **PRIVATE EVENTS AVAILABLE**We offer private event packages. Book via email. Please send all inquiries to eat@restaurantaleksandar.com.
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