Charlie was a sinner.

4.6

2634 Reviews

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Vegan-friendly
Good for special occasions
Great for happy hour

Charlie was a sinner. is located in beautiful Midtown Village Philadelphia. Charlie specializes in tapas-style small plates, served until 11:00PM daily. In addition, Charlie has a collective list of strong craft cocktails.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(267) 758-5372
Website
http://charliewasasinner.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Nick Lauria

Location
131 South 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Neighborhood
Center City
Cross street
13th Street between Sansom and Walnut
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Charred Shishito Peppers$14.00
ponzu, nori, shichimi togarashi
Potato Croquettes$10.00
chipotle aioli
Artichoke Frites$12.00
saffron rouille, crispy lemon
Spiced Peanuts$6.00
ancho chile, paprika de la vera, maldon salt
Castelvetrano Olives & Red Grapes$8.00
saba syrup
Charlie House Fries$10.00
russet potato, jalapeno, szechuan pepper, garlic, sea salt, ginger aioli
Mediterranean Board
maverick cave-aged camembert, pine nut ricotta, marinated mushrooms, spiced peanuts, castelvetrano olives, marinated red grapes, basil, crostini
- Serves 2$28.00

Solo

Persian Mezze$12.00
eggplant kashke, red lentil adasi, za'atar, frisée, saffron vinaigrette, barbari flatbread
BBQ Fried Chicken$16.00
calico slaw, corn & pepper chow-chow, east carolina bbq sauce
Avocado Toast$12.00
habanero mayo, cherry belle radish, red onion
Hasselback Sweet Potato$14.00
tempeh bacon, leeks two ways, sour cream, cheddar cheese fondue, garden herbs
Oyster Mushroom Fried "Calamari"$16.00
crispy kale, fresno chile, citrus aioli
Korean Style Crispy Tofu$14.00
gochujang glaze, glass noodle salad, toasted sesame
Zucchini Crabcake Slider
brioche, old bay remoulade, butter lettuce
- ea$6.00

Iterations

Our Ricotta$10.00
black pepper, lemon, olive oil, grilled sourdough
Brassica Salad w/ Falafel$12.00
brussels sprout, kale, cabbage, pickled onion, mint vinaigrette, tahini dressing
Caramelized Eggplant Bao Buns$14.00
ginger-garlic hoisin, pickled slaw
Charlie Sliders$12.00
beef patty, jalapeno jam, crispy shallot, brioche bun
Mama's Meatballs$15.00
arrabbiata sauce, our ricotta, garlic kale, grilled sourdough

Compositions

Pumpkin Gnocchi$16.00
spiced sage butter, parsnip, roasted apple, pumpkin seed, frizzled red onion
Tamal Carlitos$16.00
root vegetables, poblano chile, cilantro aioli, caldo xocolatl, pico de gallo
Turkish "Lamb" Kofta$16.00
pine nut, couscous salad, fig relish, tahini yogurt, fig agrodolce
Butternut Squash & Shiitake Ramen$17.00
butternut-miso dashi, tsukemen ramen, silken tofu, smoked cauliflower, daikon radish, yuzu, sesame
Grilled Asparagus w/ Fennel Salad$14.00
grilled asparagus, roasted beet, shaved fennel salad, garlic skordalia, fresh herb olive oil, toasted almond
Sauteed Swiss Chard & Massaman Curry$15.00
cauliflower, roasted corn, purple potato, thai coconut curry
Mac & Cheese$16.00
cavatappi pasta, three cheeses, tempeh bacon, chives

Sweet

Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake$16.00
aged white rum, housemade mint syrup, vanilla bean ice cream, dark chocolate
Cranberry-Ginger Cake$12.00
cara-cara icing, cardamom creme anglaise
Roasted Pear Crêpes$12.00
candied citrus ricotta, pear, hazelnut, ginger caramel
Molten Chocolate Cake$12.00
bittersweet chocolate, sablé cookie, vanilla bean ice cream, fresh berries
Sorbet$10.00
daily selection

Coffee & Tea

La Colombe

Corsica Drip$4.00
Monte Carlo Decaf Drip$4.00
Nizza Espresso$5.00
Americano$5.00
Cappuccino$6.00
Latte$6.00

House of Tea

Pu-Erh$4.50
Gun Powder$4.50
Sundew$4.50
Jasmine Green$4.50
Chamomile$4.50

What 2,634 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Philadelphia
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Charlie was a sinner. is a vibrant vegan restaurant known for its "sensational food" and "phenomenal cocktails." Guests praise the "creative and wonderful" drinks and "extra-delicious" dishes, including standout items like eggplant bao buns and potato croquettes. The atmosphere is cozy and romantic, making it a perfect date night spot.

2,634 Reviews

S
Sara
Philadelphia4 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We had an amazing meal, drinks and food were delicious! The noise level was difficult for us to have a conversation but the meal was great.
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Lou VIP
Philadelphia167 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for happy hour tonight before the Flyers game. What a great happy hour meal and drinks! Everything was spot on. We have never had a bad meal here!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia1 review
2.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Too Dark it was just okay wasn’t as good as it usually is, The place need a deep cleaning.
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Michelle VIP
Philadelphia6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved our dinner here to celebrate a birthday. Its a great option for dinner in the city - excellent service, food, ambiance and very reasonably priced. The cocktails are out of this world, which we knew, but we also LOVED the food. Our server was so knowledgeable and professional - totally took care of us. It was a very fun night.
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Kate
Philadelphia6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My second time here, and I love the vibe, the menu and the mission. As a gf vegan, it more than entices! Just read the entire menu. They get it. I'll be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food is consistently excellent. On this particular visit, I asked the bartender about a zero proof cocktail and got the chance to talk to the manager who had created the recipe. He couldn’t divulge any “trade secrets,” but did tell me all about the process the restaurant goes through to make their own mushroom amaro. Not only was the meal fantastic, but I learned something, too!
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Damion
Philadelphia7 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good Vibes , Good drinks, and Good food. Thank you!
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Jermaine
Philadelphia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hands down one of the best vegan restaurants in Philadelphia.
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Jo
Philadelphia12 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always amazing food, drinks and service. Brought my 6 non vegan first timer friends and they all loved the food, drinks and ambiance! Thank you for a great evening. Planning to return soon!
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Sharon VIP
New York City29 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Vegan selections are always very good here, Charlie's Sliders are a winner!!!
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FAQs

Charlie was a sinner. offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (267) 758-5372.

Charlie was a sinner. is rated 4.6 stars by 2634 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

131 South 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Additional information

Cross street
13th Street between Sansom and Walnut
Neighborhood
Center City
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nick Lauria
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://charliewasasinner.com/
Phone number
(267) 758-5372

Charlie was a sinner.

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Caramelized Eggplant Bao Buns

Mama's Meatballs

Our Ricotta

To Dine

Snack

Charred Shishito Peppers$14.00

Potato Croquettes$10.00

Artichoke Frites$12.00

Spiced Peanuts$6.00

Castelvetrano Olives & Red Grapes$8.00

Charlie House Fries$10.00

Mediterranean Board

Solo

Persian Mezze$12.00

BBQ Fried Chicken$16.00

Avocado Toast$12.00

Hasselback Sweet Potato$14.00

Oyster Mushroom Fried "Calamari"$16.00

Korean Style Crispy Tofu$14.00

Zucchini Crabcake Slider

Iterations

Our Ricotta$10.00

Brassica Salad w/ Falafel$12.00

Caramelized Eggplant Bao Buns$14.00

Charlie Sliders$12.00

Mama's Meatballs$15.00

Compositions

Pumpkin Gnocchi$16.00

Tamal Carlitos$16.00

Turkish "Lamb" Kofta$16.00

Butternut Squash & Shiitake Ramen$17.00

Grilled Asparagus w/ Fennel Salad$14.00

Sauteed Swiss Chard & Massaman Curry$15.00

Mac & Cheese$16.00

Sweet

Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake$16.00

Cranberry-Ginger Cake$12.00

Roasted Pear Crêpes$12.00

Molten Chocolate Cake$12.00

Sorbet$10.00

Coffee & Tea

La Colombe

Corsica Drip$4.00

Monte Carlo Decaf Drip$4.00

Nizza Espresso$5.00

Americano$5.00

Cappuccino$6.00

Latte$6.00

House of Tea

Pu-Erh$4.50

Gun Powder$4.50

Sundew$4.50

Jasmine Green$4.50

Chamomile$4.50

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Charlie was a sinner. offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Charlie was a sinner. restaurant rated?

Is Charlie was a sinner. currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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