La Viola - West

4.5

842 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

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La Viola West is now OPEN and operating at normal business hours. To have your table reserved please call us at 215 735 8631. Walk-ins are welcome!

La Viola - West offers an authentic Italian dining experience. An excellent place for date night, it has decor that includes wood furnishings, crisp linens, and soft, romantic lighting. The menu at La Viola - West includes a variety of pasta along with grilled and roasted meats such as veal, chicken, and fresh fish.

An array of desserts, hot coffees, and sodas are available to order with your meal at La Viola - West. However, no alcohol is served, although you are welcome to bring your own bottle with you. Offering catering services and designated event space, the restaurant hosts special parties and celebrations upon request.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(215) 735-8631
Website
http://laviolaphiladelphia.com/ovest/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
252 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Neighborhood
Rittenhouse Square
Parking details
Latimer St & S 15th St is the closest parking lot, 2 min walk.
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan

Popular dishes

Insalata Caesar$10.00
Classic Caesar dressing with homemade croutonsnd fresh basil.
Insalata Capricciosa$12.00
Seasonal fruits over spring mix, served with gorgonzola cheese, strips of roasted peppers and fresh basil.
Insalata di Arugula$11.00
Arugula served with goat cheese, fresh tomatoes, artichokes and a lemon vinaigrette dressing.
Insalata di Pesce Affumicato$13.00
Smoked trout over greens, artichokes and capers in a virgin olive oil dressing.
Frutti di Mare alla Griglia$13.00
Grilled calamari and shrimp marinated in a lemon juice, garlic and peppered olive oil sauce.
Zuppa del Giorno$9.00
Chef's soup of the day.
Zuppetta di Cozze$12.00
Farm-raised mussels in a white wine sauce or a traditional spicy plum tomato sauce.
Insalata alla Viola$13.00
Jumbo lump crab meat served over crisp romaine lettuce and fresh chopped tomatoes in a rich Italian lemon vinaigrette.
Funghi Trentino$13.00
Porcini, shiitaki and portobella mushrooms in a garlic, basil and olive oil sauce.
Mozzarella al Basilico$11.00
Homemade buffalo mozzarella served with strips of roasted peppers and fresh basil.
Antipasto Misto Dello Chef$13.00
Please ask your server for the chef's daily selection of traditional Italian delicacies.

Bistecca

Bistecca del Giorno
Chef's special beef of the day.
- MKT

Pesce

Salmone di Capperi$27.00
Oven-roasted salmon sautéed with pearl onions and capers, with a light marinara sauce.
Pesce del Giorno
Chef's special fish of the day.
- MKT

Pasta

Penne Al' Oriolo$23.00
Pencil-point pasta in a vodka tomato sauce, lightly creamed with porcini, peas and pancetta.
Spaghetti All'adriatico$25.00
Homemade spaghetti sautéed with shrimp, olives and chopped tomatoes in a truffle oil sauce.
Fusilli Estiva$24.00
Homemade fusilli with cannellini beans, sausage, white onions and olive oil sauce.
Orecchiette alla Viola$23.00
Shell-shaped pasta tossed with veal sausage, chicken and mushrooms in a white wine sauce with fresh tomatoes.
Risotto ai Gamberi$24.00
Arborio rice with shrimp and peas in a porcini mushroom sauce.
Tagliatelle al Salmone$25.00
Homemade tagliatelle pasta sautéed with salmon in a pink cognac sauce.
Gnocchi alla Stagione$22.00
Homemade gnocchi made with ricotta cheese and fresh basil, topped with gorgonzola in a fresh tomato sauce.
Linguini al Marinaio$26.00
Linguini with seafood in a red or white sauce.
Ravioli alla Viola$24.00
Homemade lobster ravioli in a pink vodka sauce.
Pasta di Grano Intero$21.00
Whole wheat pasta with sautéed mushrooms in a fresh basil marinara sauce.

Vitello

Vitello alla Viola$25.00
Veal medallions served with fresh seasonal fruit and prosciutto di parma, finished in a sherry wine sauce.
Vitello Rollatini$26.00
Veal medallions stuffed with spinach, smoked ham and fontina cheese in a rosé sauce with mushrooms and chopped tomatoes.
Vitello alla Marsalla$25.00
Veal medallions cooked in a sweet marsalla wine sauce with shrimp, mushrooms and chopped tomatoes.
Vitello al Sudo$26.00
Jumbo lump crab meat and arugula topped with veal medallions, sautéed in a white wine sauce.

Pollami

Pollo Pomodoro$24.00
Chicken cutlet with fresh mozzarella and plum tomatoes in a rich tomato sauce.
Pollo alla Fontina$24.00
Chicken breast topped with asparagus, prosciutto di parma and fontina cheese in a light marinara sauce.
Pollo al Limone$24.00
Chicken breast sautéed in a white wine sauce with capers, lemon and topped with shrimp.
Pollo Carcioffi$23.00
Chicken breast with artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes in a white wine sauce.

Bevandi

Coffee or Tea$4.00
Cappuccino$5.00
Mineral Water$7.00
Soda$4.00
Espresso$4.00

Dolci

Dessert$7.00
Chef's selection of delectable desserts.

What 842 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
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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La Viola - West offers a charming Italian dining experience with "outstanding" food and "attentive, friendly service." The intimate, cozy setting and BYOB policy make it a great choice for a relaxing meal. While seating is tight, the authentic flavors and homemade pasta delight guests, making it a "go-to" spot for celebrations and casual nights out.

842 Reviews

C
Claudia
Philadelphia
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Snowy evening so restaurant was quieter than usual. Food fine as always and service good too
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heidi
VIP
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely staff and delicious food, will definitely go again!
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Michael
VIP
Philadelphia
83 reviews
5.0
83 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place - friendly service, creative specials. Feels like home.
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David
VIP
Philadelphia
88 reviews
4.0
88 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed our recent dining experience at La Viola Ouest. We had not been here for a while, and are happy that we returned. It is an attractive restaurant, the staff is welcoming and the service is outstanding. The menu offers many interesting dishes. Our appetizers were excellent and the main course was good. A big plus is that the restaurant is a BYOB, which makes for a very affordable quality meal. Another plus is that La Viola Ouest now accepts credit cards. We look forward to returning!
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Michael
VIP
Philadelphia
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is always an excellent experience to be at La Viola West...great staff, food and service.
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Peyton
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Literally one of the best restaurants!! I can’t recommend it enough. The ambience was perfect, not too loud or too quiet, lighting and table settings were great. The service staff, even down to the host, were incredible. They were efficient but also attentive and friendly. They truly made my mom’s birthday dinner special for her, despite it being restaurant week and busy, and I want to give them all thanks. I’ve only been here for restaurant week - this time and another before - but the deal is amazing for what you get. The food is exactly as you’d expect - delicious, like an Italian mother made it. We each got a different dessert and each one was fantastic. Not only will I be going back, but I hope to make this one of my regular spots in the city.
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ARIEL
Philadelphia
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Such a disappointment!! If Restaurant Week is intended to check out places to see if you want to go back - they’ve succeeded in convincing me never to go back! The entrees were good but the 1st course offerings were so uninspired and under seasoned and courses rushed so we were in and out in user an hour - speed dining? The worst was the service - from putting dirty silverware from our plates back on the table when they cleared the mediocre 1st course to me having to ask for pepper for my salad, and silverware for the dessert course. There were plenty of waiters on the floor - they just didn’t seem to know (or care) what to do. Ugh.
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Robert
VIP
Las Vegas
39 reviews
4.0
39 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good location, very nice staff and service, good food. We would definitely return.
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bruce
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From start to finish. Wait staff,food both outstanding. Been meaning to try this place for a while. Restaurant week is a perfect opportunity. I will be returning. I found a real jewel.
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Sandy
VIP
Philadelphia
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Old World ambiance, nice menu that isn't voluminous. BYOB and that is a great draw. Attentive, friendly service.
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La Viola - West does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. La Viola - West also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 735-8631.

La Viola - West is rated 4.5 stars by 842 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

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252 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Additional information

Neighborhood
Rittenhouse Square
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Latimer St & S 15th St is the closest parking lot, 2 min walk.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan

Website
http://laviolaphiladelphia.com/ovest/
Phone number
(215) 735-8631

La Viola - West

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Tagliatelle al Salmone

Orecchiette alla Viola

Orecchiette alla Romana

Prima

Insalata Caesar$10.00

Insalata Capricciosa$12.00

Insalata di Arugula$11.00

Insalata di Pesce Affumicato$13.00

Frutti di Mare alla Griglia$13.00

Zuppa del Giorno$9.00

Zuppetta di Cozze$12.00

Insalata alla Viola$13.00

Funghi Trentino$13.00

Mozzarella al Basilico$11.00

Antipasto Misto Dello Chef$13.00

Bistecca

Bistecca del Giorno

Pesce

Salmone di Capperi$27.00

Pesce del Giorno

Pasta

Penne Al' Oriolo$23.00

Spaghetti All'adriatico$25.00

Fusilli Estiva$24.00

Orecchiette alla Viola$23.00

Risotto ai Gamberi$24.00

Tagliatelle al Salmone$25.00

Gnocchi alla Stagione$22.00

Linguini al Marinaio$26.00

Ravioli alla Viola$24.00

Pasta di Grano Intero$21.00

Vitello

Vitello alla Viola$25.00

Vitello Rollatini$26.00

Vitello alla Marsalla$25.00

Vitello al Sudo$26.00

Pollami

Pollo Pomodoro$24.00

Pollo alla Fontina$24.00

Pollo al Limone$24.00

Pollo Carcioffi$23.00

Bevandi

Coffee or Tea$4.00

Cappuccino$5.00

Mineral Water$7.00

Soda$4.00

Espresso$4.00

Dolci

Dessert$7.00

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