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Melograno, Philadelphia, PA

Melograno

4.8
4.8
1627 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Melograno was established in 2003 by Chef Gianluca Demontis & Rosemarie Tran. The couple met in Rome when Rose was studying abroad. When Luca relocated to Philadelphia they wanted to represent his roots. Located in the beautiful Rittenhouse Square, surrounded by shops and entertainment. Melograno is a warm haven for good food and comforting service. A place to enjoy with friends and family. We are a BYOB so bring the spirits of your choice, we are happy to serve you.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 875-8116
  • Website
    https://www.melogranophilly.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gianluca Demontis
  • Catering
    Off-site catering is available.
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate large parties and private events
  • Location
    2012 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
  • Neighborhood
    Rittenhouse Square
  • Cross street
    20th St
  • Parking details
    There are several parking lots on the street
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • New Years Eve $65 Prefix

    $65.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us to welcome in the New Year. We are offering a 3 course prefix only for the evening, excludes tax and gratuity. You are free to bring your preferred alcoholic beverage. For parties over 8 please contact us directly at 215.875.8116.

Menu

Antipasti

  • Gnocchi di Semolina$16.00

    Baked Semolina Croquette with Spinach, Mushroom, Sage and Pecorino

    • Insalata$15.00

      Arugula Prosciutto Parmigiano, Lemon Vinaigrette

      • Polpette$14.00

        Pork Meatballs Over Polentina, Tomato Sauce Pecorino

        • Polpo$18.00

          Char Octopus Roasted Peppers, Olives Capers Potatoes Arugola, Salsa Verde

          • Burrata$17.00

            Bread Crusted Cheese Heirloom, Tomato Salad Peppers Olives Fresh Basil Aged Balsamic

            • Tartare$18.00

              Yellowfin Tuna Pickled Fennel, Gaeta Olives, Capers, Candied Orange & Chili Oil

              La Pinsa

              • Melanzana$19.00

                Tomato Passata Fried, Eggplant Mozzarella, Basil & Parmigiano

                • Mortazza$19.00

                  Mortadella Pistachio, Pesto Stone Fruit, Burrata

                  • Funghi e Zola$19.00

                    Forest Mushrooms, Tomato Passata, Gorgonzola & Mozzarella

                    Primi Piatti

                    • Fazzoletti al Ragú d'Anatra$24.00

                      Hankerchief Pasta Braised Green, Meadow Muscovy Duck Ragu'

                      • Tortelli$25.00

                        Roasted Beets Ricotta Ravioli, Brown Butter Sage Shave, Parmigiano & Saba

                        • Cacio e Pepe$22.00

                          Tonnarelli Pecorino & Black Pepper

                          • Tartufate$24.00

                            Pappardelle Forest, Mushroom Black Truffle, Walnuts Pecorino

                            • Amatriciana$23.00

                              Bucatini Pancetta Spicy Tomato, Sauce Pecorino

                              • Granchio$25.00

                                Tonnarelli Crab Meat Cherry, Tomato Garlic Calabrian Chili, Lemon Crema Muddica

                                Secondi Piatti

                                • Cotoletta$26.00

                                  Breaded Chicken Breast, Prosciutto Mozzarella Arugula, Tomatoes Lemon Vinaigrette

                                  • Agnello$33.00

                                    Braised Lamb Shank Red Wine & Porcini Sauce Polenta & Carrots

                                    • Lombatina di Maiale$32.00

                                      Grilled Prime Pork Chop Green Peppercorn Brandy Sauce Crispy Fries

                                      • Bistecca$42.00

                                        Char Grilled 12oz Strip Steak, Truffle Parmesan Fries, Spicy Aioli

                                        • Salmone$32.00

                                          Grilled Verlasso Salmon, Braised Fennel, Carrots, Spring Onion, Crispy Potatoes, Lemon Beurre Blanc

                                          • Pescato del Giorno$0.00

                                            • MP$0.00

                                          Contorni

                                          $11 per serving

                                          • Crispy Fries

                                            • Polenta

                                              • Sauted Greens

                                                • Artichoke alla Romana

                                                  Last updated: March 3, 2024

                                                  What 1,627 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
                                                  • 4.7Service
                                                  • 4.5Ambience
                                                  • 4.6Value

                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                  Review summary

                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                  Melograno is a delightful Italian BYOB gem in Philly, celebrated for its "excellent food" and "outstanding service." The authentic Italian menu is complemented by a warm, inviting atmosphere, making it perfect for intimate dinners or group gatherings. Highlights include the Amatriciana and octopus appetizers. Truly a "neighborhood gem!"

                                                  1,627 Reviews

                                                  1. Bonnie

                                                    Philadelphia

                                                    730 reviews

                                                    vip
                                                    5.0

                                                    730 reviews

                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    Food and service are exceptional. Best Italian restaurant in center city. Innovative tasty pasta dishes. Excellent fish and veg. The manager and the servers go out of their way to please customers. The noise level is good near the window.

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                                                  2. Hannah

                                                    Cleveland

                                                    1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    1 review

                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Great food! Cozy place. I love a busy restaurant.

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                                                  3. Robyn

                                                    Philadelphia

                                                    16 reviews

                                                    vip
                                                    5.0

                                                    16 reviews

                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    It’s always such a pleasure to dine at Melagrano! Our server was from Italy and was incredibly friendly and helpful with the menu. The food is so fresh and delicious and the portions are generous. My husband had the lamb shank and he said it was one of the best he’s ever had- the meat just fell off the bone! This has been and continues to be one of our favorite restaurants in town.

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                                                  4. Roberta

                                                    New York City

                                                    6 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    6 reviews

                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Great restaurant in a nice area and amazing food!

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                                                  5. Janis

                                                    Philadelphia

                                                    8 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    8 reviews

                                                    Dined on November 20, 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Great business dinner spot - quiet enough without feeling dull, food was uniformly great, waiter pleasant and knowledgeable. Top marks on all counts.

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                                                  6. Jeannine

                                                    Philadelphia

                                                    4 reviews

                                                    vip
                                                    5.0

                                                    4 reviews

                                                    Dined on November 19, 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    The food was perfection, service was excellent and ambience was beautiful.

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                                                  7. Tal

                                                    Philadelphia

                                                    1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    1 review

                                                    Dined on November 16, 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    Great italian food , good service, very noisy.

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                                                  8. Paul

                                                    Philadelphia

                                                    11 reviews

                                                    vip
                                                    5.0

                                                    11 reviews

                                                    Dined on November 13, 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Melograno is a tradition red sauce Italian restaurant that goes far normal in every way. Simple things like being greeted at the door and seated promptly set a good tone for the evening. The tables are seated far enough to enable conversation. The menu includes most of the standards but executed at a very high level. My Italian wife said the meatballs were just like her mother’s, the highest praise possible. The pastas were terrific, highlighted by the duck fazzoletti. Highly recommended.

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                                                  9. elizabeth

                                                    Atlantic City

                                                    40 reviews

                                                    4.0

                                                    40 reviews

                                                    Dined on November 8, 2024

                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                    2. Food 4
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    BYOB with state store nearby with great wine selection. Room is attractive, low lights. Food, service were excellent

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                                                  10. sharon

                                                    Washington DC

                                                    60 reviews

                                                    vip
                                                    5.0

                                                    60 reviews

                                                    Dined on November 2, 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    So fantastic!! Great food. Terrific service and lively atmosphere. A fun place to dine with friends.

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                                                  Melograno is rated 4.8 stars by 1627 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                  Make a reservation

                                                  2 people
                                                  8:00 PM
                                                  Booked 19 times today
                                                  Experiences are available.

                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                  Google Map for Melograno

                                                  2012 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

                                                  Additional information

                                                  • Cross street
                                                    20th St
                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                    Rittenhouse Square
                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                  • Price
                                                    $31 to $50
                                                  • Cuisines
                                                    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
                                                  • Dining style
                                                    Casual Elegant
                                                  • Dress code
                                                    Business Casual
                                                  • Parking details
                                                    There are several parking lots on the street
                                                  • Payment options
                                                    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                  • Executive chef
                                                    Gianluca Demontis
                                                  • Additional
                                                    Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
                                                  • Website
                                                    https://www.melogranophilly.com/
                                                  • Phone number
                                                    (215) 875-8116
                                                  • Catering
                                                    Off-site catering is available.
                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                    We can accommodate large parties and private events
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