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Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant, Philadelphia, PA

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant

4.8
4.8
2265 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 48 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
For parties of 5 or larger, please contact the restaurant directly by visiting www.grancaffelaquila.com or calling 215.568.5600

Authentic Italian Restaurant, Caffe, Bar, Luxury Italian Market, & Italian Culture School. The culinary and wine program is based on all 20 regions of Italy including wine, cocktail, and beer selections crafted by award winning culinary and wine director Riccardo Longo. The experience also featuring Gelato from the Italian Gelato Champion Maestro Stefano Biasini as well as award winning coffee roasted in house. Private events including Lunch, Dinner, Apertivo, and Tasting Menus designed to each groups desires. Best of Philly Readers Choice Best Italian Restaurant Winner and Gambero Rosso rated Top Italian Restaurants in the world; Featuring an expertly trained staff and authentic environment.
2nd Floor Reservations are for Lunch & Dinner service only.
Dessert service may be provided on our first level anytime.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 568-5600
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
  • Catering
    Half Tray Platters available for our entire menu. Each half tray serves 4-6 guests. <br /> <br />Specialty catering orders may be requested! Visit grancaffelaquila.com or call the restaurant and ask to speak to a manager.
  • Private party facilities
    Allow us to host your next event. Our expertly trained staff will provide a dynamic dining experience for you and your guests - Birthdays, Anniversary, Rehearsal Dinner, Family Reunion, Office Gatherings, you name it and we host it! Private sit down events available from 8-85 guests,Private stand up events available from 40 to 150 guests.
  • Neighbourhood
    Center City
  • Cross Street
    In between 17th and 18th Street on Chestnut
  • Parking details
    Parking garages located on 17th street after Market before Chestnut,On Sansom Street between 17th & 18th.Valet Available through Sofitel Hotel.Limited metered street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Stop for the #42, #21, and #9 located at 18th street, and 17th street. Stop for the #2 bus at 17th and Chestnut
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Week 10- Antica Roma, Lazio 44BC (3/10-16, 2025)

    Mar 10, 2025 - Mar 16, 2025
    This week, Riccardo Longo invites you on his travels through the Italian Peninsula to the time of Julius Caesar. Enjoy a Mulsum Granita as he would after climbing the mountains, or try Caesar's version of duck breast this week, or the original Puntarelle imported from Lazio! This plus the local wines of the region including the indigenous Cesanese del Piglio. Reserve now while space remains!
    Week 10- Antica Roma, Lazio 44BC (3/10-16, 2025) photo
  • Week 11 -Aosta. Valle D'Aosta -March 17-23, 2025

    Mar 17, 2025 - Mar 23, 2025
    This week, culinary director Riccardo Longo invites you on his travels to a historic region full of fine fare and wines. Discover some of the best food & wines that Aosta in Valle D'Aosta has to offer, you won't want to miss this menu! Reserve now while space remains!
    Week 11  -Aosta. Valle D'Aosta -March 17-23, 2025 photo
  • Week 12-Genova, Liguria March 24-30, 2025

    Mar 24, 2025 - Mar 30, 2025
    This week, Riccardo Longo invites you on his travels through the Italian peninsula to travel north to the birth of the pesto sauce, Genova, Liguria! Enjoy local specialties such as the Trofie al Pesto, & the Tomaxelle - slow cooked & stuffed veal medallions, braised for hours in tomato sauce! This plus the local wines of the region!! Reserve now!!
    Week 12-Genova, Liguria March 24-30, 2025 photo

What 2,265 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Philadelphia

    Great for fine wines

  • Philadelphia

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gran Caffe L'Aquila in Philadelphia offers an "authentic Italian experience" with "outstanding" food and "superb" gelato. Guests rave about the "wonderful" atmosphere and "attentive" service. The regional Italian menu and extensive wine selection enhance the dining experience, making it a "favorite" spot for locals and visitors alike.

2,265 Reviews
  1. A S VIP

    Greater Boston60 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The four of use LOVED our dinner here. We've eaten here over the past 2 years and are always blown away by the quality and deliciousness of their food. Really the best Italian food in Philly. The Torta Granchio was luscious with its crab cake served with a fresh marscapone sauce and a dob of roasted red pepper gelato - divine. Carbonara is the best we've ever had. Always leave room for their fabulous Tiramisu Classico. Out of this world. Can't wait to return.

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  2. Vincent VIP

    Philadelphia23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding, as usual. The menu was from Bolzano this week. Every couple weeks the feature region changes.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite authentic Italian in the city. Service is always excellent

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  4. Katherine

    Kansas City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server, Bobby was so engaging and entertaining. We enjoyed his suggestions immensely!!

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  5. Rick VIP

    Philadelphia33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was Great 👍Food and Service was Fabulous

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  6. Helen VIP

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite go to when we want consistency and a fun atmosphere!

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  7. Linda

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding! Excellent service, creative menu, delicious food. Highly recommended

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  8. zachary VIP

    Philadelphia69 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Business lunch. Table upstairs. Calamari was very good. Cannelloni was average. Service was attentive.

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  9. Marilyn

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great good, great service, great ambiance! A birthday celebration I willl always remember.

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  10. PeggyW VIP

    New York City22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An authentic experience ! Carlos was wonderful ! The gelato was fantastic , Tasted like it was shipped from Italy . Thank you we will be back

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FAQs

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 568-5600.

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 2265 OpenTable diners.

Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant 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 48 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant

1716 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5132

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    In between 17th and 18th Street on Chestnut
  • Neighbourhood
    Center City
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking garages located on 17th street after Market before Chestnut,On Sansom Street between 17th & 18th.Valet Available through Sofitel Hotel.Limited metered street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Stop for the #42, #21, and #9 located at 18th street, and 17th street. Stop for the #2 bus at 17th and Chestnut
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (215) 568-5600
  • Catering
    Half Tray Platters available for our entire menu. Each half tray serves 4-6 guests. <br /> <br />Specialty catering orders may be requested! Visit grancaffelaquila.com or call the restaurant and ask to speak to a manager.
  • Private party facilities
    Allow us to host your next event. Our expertly trained staff will provide a dynamic dining experience for you and your guests - Birthdays, Anniversary, Rehearsal Dinner, Family Reunion, Office Gatherings, you name it and we host it! Private sit down events available from 8-85 guests,Private stand up events available from 40 to 150 guests.
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