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Jean-Georges Philadelphia Reviews
The best reason to visit Jean-Georges Philadelphia is the
The best reason to visit Jean-Georges Philadelphia is the view--it's absolutely stunning and makes the space feel special. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite live up to the setting. I started with the roasted, pickled, and preserved beet tartare with oat crisp and horseradish aioli. Beautiful presentation, but the flavors were more muted than expected. The pepper-crusted Glory Bay salmon was well-cooked and fresh, but the red wine-beet reduction was overpowering--thick and syrupy, more like a sweet soup than a sauce, which distracted from the dish. On the positive side, the service was attentive and polished, adding warmth to the evening. Overall, Jean-Georges Philadelphia is worth a visit for the sweeping city views, but the food doesn't quite match the price point or the reputation
Exceptional Experience at Jean-Georges Philadelphia
From the moment we arrived, the evening felt special. The views are incredible, honestly the best in the city, and they made the whole atmosphere feel even more memorable. The food was excellent. Everything we ordered was delicious and beautifully presented. Our server, Chris, was wonderful, very professional and attentive without being overbearing. What impressed us the most was the new management team. The GM, AGM, and host manager each stopped by to check on us and made sure everything was perfect. You could really tell they love what they do and care about the guests. That kind of passion is rare, and it truly made our night even more special. We left already talking about when we’ll come back. Thank you to the entire team for such a great experience.
Phenomenal in Every Way
Let me start by saying that some of the reviews reflect the more casual SkyHigh Bar & Restaurant. This review is about the Jean-Georges Restaurant with the tasting menu. I could go on and on about our extraordinary experience, but the best way to sum it up is this - Jeon-Georges is on par with French Laundry. The tasting menus (we tried both of them) took our breath away. Every course was presented beautifully - artfully crafted like a Van Gogh and intricately described with a bouquet of words like Garrison Keillor. The service was impeccable down to every last detail. Silverware was effortlessly removed and replaced. Water glasses never came close to a drought. Napkins were folded when we departed the table (for a second) to enjoy the view. Antoinette was graceful and attentive but never overbearing. She was a pleasant conversationalist, striking a perfect balance of questioning and dialogue that allowed us to enjoy our evening. I cannot say enough good things about our tasting extravaganza. We still have a wonderful post-dining afterglow. The incredible experience has lingered nicely, and we can't thank the entire Jean-Georges team for our perfect evening. We enjoyed it so much that we plan to return later this year and stay at the hotel. This restaurant is the best in Philadelphia. Don't let the negative reviews (mostly about the lounge) deter you; treat yourself to this culinary exhibition instead.
My wife and I took our daughter in law, her mom and our son
My wife and I took our daughter in law, her mom and our son to Jean George's for her birthday. We decided we would all try the tasting menu. Three of us choose land and sea and my wife and daughter in law choose the land. Honestly I probably wouldn't order most of what we ate but I loved trying so many new things. All of us thoroughly enjoyed everything and our server, Sara was fantastic, in fact the entire staff was great. If you are looking for somewhere for a special occasion that is more than memorable in Philadelphia you have to try this exquesite restaurant
If you're dining here it's absolutely for the view and
If you're dining here it's absolutely for the view and aesthetic. The florals at the entrance are stunning and apparently updated by themes. On our visit they were stunning arrangements of fuschia and marigold. We shared a bottle of sparkling wine and I had the cauliflower. It's good but not incredible which is to be expected at a space that has captivating panoramic views and doesn't have to wow the crowd with the menu.
Four of us had dinner here about 6 months ago and again
Four of us had dinner here about 6 months ago and again last night. As has been mentioned by many other Yelpers, the view is beyond spectacular! You can see the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers converge and the tiny cars backed up on the Schuylkill Expressway, The city never looked so good! The food is divine. During the last visit, we went nuts over the carrot schnitzel, which does not sound like much, but it was sublime. (Not on the menu anymore) I even ordered an extra one to take home. The winner this time was the tuna noodle appetizer. We all were moaning with exquisite pleasure over this one. The prices are daunting, as others have mentioned. It came to over $1,000 if you include the tip. I'm a good tipper when service is great, as it was with Antoinette. She is wonderful! Why four stars instead five? The music was so loud, we could hardly hear each other speak. Why the classiest, highest-priced, most glorious restaurant in the city would have such obnoxiously loud music, which you would expect in a corner bar, is completely beyond us. It is absolutely insulting to customers who want to have a conversation in keeping with the magnificent setting!
Extremely beautiful views with high end sort of attire kind
Extremely beautiful views with high end sort of attire kind of place, obviously comes with extremely high price tags especially if you are here for the 6 course set menu. We chose the standard via open table reservation so we can pick our own outrageously priced items. First off if you are here to share, don't expect to eat much even for 4 people. It's really better off for 2 ppl anniversaries, small birthdays where people order their own entree. The view is just unbeatable though. Just be wary of the wine connoisseur who is going to give you a bottle that is $$$ completely ignoring your order. Know the prices before letting him pour you a cup!
Customer service is excellent.
They treated me like I owned the place. Everyone was very polite and professional. The ambiance was very chic and upscale. The food was immaculate. It's expensive but it's worth it. If you want a 5 star cuisine experience while you're in the city then try Jean-Georges Philadelphia!
Had valentine dinner here and it was epic! A very romantic
Had valentine dinner here and it was epic! A very romantic whimsical dinner! The service, food and ambiance were incredible!
High-quality, luxury, yet a strong 4.
One could say that it is my lack of knowledge for fine-dining; however, there were so many rules to how I could order, pay, etc. that it took away from the impeccable ambience, the one-of-a-kind views, the precision and intricate details to plating our dishes, and the lap of luxury.
Fantastic greeting and escort to our corner table with
Fantastic greeting and escort to our corner table with incredible view of Philadelphia at night. We all had the sea to the land 6 course prefixe and wine pairings plus a bottle of champagne to start. Excellent presentation and flavor profiles. My favorites were the caviar egg, scallop and duck orange. They provided additional tastes for dessert and a pastry gift to go. Wonderful attention to detail.
We went there for my wife's birthday.
The restaurant was beautiful with amazing views. Servers were very attentive and friendly but forgot a drink and never put in one of the appetizers we ordered. Bread was very good, especially the croissant style rolls with the honey butter. We ended up ordering several appetizers (Risotto, Tuna Noodles, Crab Dumplings) and for entrees several orders of the Duck and an order of the Salmon. Without getting into specifics on each dish, some tasted good, and some just ok. However, the portions are embarrassingly pathetic, especially at the outrageous prices they are charging. Go there for the views and the atmosphere but don't expect much for what you're paying in terms of amazing food or reasonable portions. They will however fill your water glasses multiple times during the meal but only to the halfway point and never to the top. Some may not agree but to me his place is a complete waste of money. Totally unimpressive.
Exceptional Dining Experience at Jean-Georges, Philadelphia
It was an exceptional dining experience which went above and beyond expectations. The creativity, variety, and attention to detail in every dish was simply remarkable. The portions along with amuse bouche were perfectly spaced out and balanced, leaving us feeling completely satiated and excited. The service was impeccable—warm, attentive, and fully immersive. Our lead hostess for the evening deserved a special mention. She was truly a delight. The other servers were also quite pleasant. The overall hospitality elevated the entire evening, and made us feel truly valued as guests. The elegant ambiance and the views were cherry on top. Jean-Georges stands out not only for its exquisite food but also for delivering a dining experience that is both refined and genuinely enjoyable. We’ll undoubtedly be returning for another unforgettable evening.
Service
service is awful. No one picks up the phone. Had to call the hotel to get through. Not great at all. Could be much much better
Over priced food that is average
Food served cold. Tried apps, salad, pizza all just okay. Restaurant has amazing views of the city but skip eating here. Philly has great food spots. Have a drink and go
VERY BAD EXPERIENCE
Half way through our dinner, at about 7:30PM, we were informed by our server, "My shift is over and I am leaving.". My wife and I thought this was very strange. We then were abandoned for over 30 minutes. This was amazing considering that our table was at the window in a single row of tables. I had to get up to get attention. We were then informed, "Your server was ill and had to leave." The next course, quail, came quickly. It had obviously been sitting and was dried out. At the conclusion of the meal there was on apology, and we were not asked our opinion. They knew that they had ruined our evening. There is no way of giving feedback to the restaurant. No email adress or comment section on the their website. Their phone number is only for reservations.
Last month, my husband surprised me with dinner at
Last month, my husband surprised me with dinner at Jean-Georges to celebrate my birthday. He requested the table by the window with the sunset view. We get to eat yummy food and have THE best view in the city? This was definitely one of my best birthdays ever. Being here, on the 60th floor of the Comcast Building, it doesn't quite feel like I was in Philly anymore. It wasn't until our server brought over a scrumptious selection of bread, including the two cutest lil pretzels (as a homage to our city), that I was reminded of where we were. Every single dish we ate from the six-course tasting menu was innovative, delicious, well thought out, and beautifully executed. The only dish that we did not like as much was the roasted black sea bass, but only because everything else was so good. I also cannot give enough praise to the chefs on how cohesive and not random the tasting menu was. Many restaurants in the city make the mistake of not having a cohesive tasting menu. Jean-Georges is easily the best restaurant in Philly. The only restaurant that even comes close to Jean-Georges' culinary level is probably La Croix. Service was top notch, too. The staff are well-trained, professional, and hold themselves to the highest standard. Alas, we concluded our six-course meal with the final course, which was a delicious chocolate, passion fruit dessert. But dinner was not quite over! Our server brought over a small birthday cake on the house. And then shortly after, another staff member swings by with a cart of post-dinner sweets to complete the Jean-Georges experience. There was not one single second of this I did not enjoy. We can't wait to be back again.
The food was not worth the money, the music played was
The food was not worth the money, the music played was meant for a disco bar and not a fine-dining establishment, and every time something was delivered to the table the item and its description was read aloud to the party. For close to $500 with tip, I would expect better. Also, why are credit/debit cards processed at the table?
I had a hard time landing on a rating for this restaurant
I had a hard time landing on a rating for this restaurant because the food is certainly good, truthfully it's the price point that lowered my overall score. Here's the number one feature of this place: the view. The location and atmosphere was absolutely stunning there is not a doubt about it. On the flip side, this is what you're paying for. The menu and food was about what you would expect from a fine dining establishment. While we liked our meals and have no outright complaints, for the price point we were not totally blown away. The portions are also incredibly small. We did not do the tasting menu, just ordered from the normal menu, but we honestly left hungry. This would be a wonderful place for a happy hour or a small appetizer but I do not think we would do the entire experience again just simply based off the price versus value of the food.
Really 3.
5 stars. Service was amazing! But the food was mediocre to decent. We did the tasting menu, and as several of the reviewers have mentioned, food was majorly oversalted at times and at others, incredibly bland and/or sour. We enjoyed the amuse bouche but our pastries were stale (I still ate them, but unspectacular), risotto was sour and frankly unappealing, and several of the fish dishes were incredibly bland. Dessert was great. Dishes all were presented beautifully. Our server was super thoughtful and took great care of us, and the views and ambiance were spectacular. So in summary, go for experience, but have low expectations of the food.
A bit more care on the food balance and would be remarkable
Wonderful location, the view is incredible. Very good table service, waiters always prepared and very careful. The menu is interesting (also with some italian contamination), with fresh ingredients: the flavours tend a bit too much towards the international cusine, spoiling a bit the taste (e.g. the octopus was excellent exept for a dressing that was way too acid and hence overwhelming for the whole dish). Good wine list. Overall a good experience.
Vegetarian perspective First, I was thrilled they had a
Vegetarian perspective First, I was thrilled they had a vegetarian tasting menu. Some courses were good, some were flavorless or not exciting. I love exploring vegan food and was just hoping to really be blown away by creative vegetarian options here. While some were creative in presentation, I was really upset that the flavor and bigger creativity was lacking in some. Compared to other vegan places I've been. For this price and this name, I was expecting each dish to be memorable. The views were incredible and the service was probably the most memorable part. She was great! Plus all the small touches. Birthday dessert, to-go bag with a breakfast pastry, exchanging cocktails, etc.
The view was beautiful and the sunset was lovely to have
The view was beautiful and the sunset was lovely to have during the meal. I ate here with a tasting meal for an event so I can't speak to the value but the portions were generous for a tasting menu. We had a custard type dish served in a shell, scallop crudite, fresh pasta with truffle, fish with parsnip and greens, steak, and floral dessert. Presentation was pretty but didn't have a ton of seasoning/flavor. The pasta was fresh but did kind of taste of fettuccini Alfredo you can make at home. My favorite piece was the greens served with the fish. Service was really lovely and I would come for the views alone, but I imagine it is an expensive meal.
The food was delicious and wait staff .
..perfect! How beautiful the restaurant is and exudes the best of everything.
Restaurant worthy of a date ❤️
Incredible restaurant, with a wonderful view of the city, we were very well served, all the waiters were super attentive, the food maybe I didn't choose correctly, I ate deer meat maybe I should have chosen something different I would enjoy it better, but I intend to go back to the place, photos were taken beautiful
The three stars is simply for the ambiance, the views, and
The three stars is simply for the ambiance, the views, and the amazing service we received. The food was horrifying, the lobster was not cooked throughly and the sea bass was lack luster. But again, the views are definitely worth seeing for yourself, such a beautiful restaurant, I wish the food matched.
Stopped by Jean-Georges before hitting the spa.
We were supposed to have dinner but ended up only getting a desert. The ambiance at 930p was great, not too crowded and the view is amazing. Menu looked interesting so i can't wait to try again
Birthday Lunch
Wonderful Food Awesome Scenery. Fabulous Service Stephen our waiter was fantastic and very helpful. We had cod, salmon, Squash soup all excellent
Staff is incredibly rude and the views are always
Staff is incredibly rude and the views are always obstructed by obnoxious and incompetent individuals that aren't even dressed to the proper attire requirements. Menu is extremely limited and overwhelming overpriced for the microscopic portions that you receive. Don't waste your time at this wanna be restaurant!!!
If you're ever in Philly, you definitely need to make
If you're ever in Philly, you definitely need to make reservations at this restaurant! The service was amazing, the ambiance was stunning, and the food was to die for! Especially the sea bass. I could've at like 10 of those plates! Thanks again to all the staff I encountered! Jean, Maxwell, Rosie, Nick, and Berto! (Sorry for any incorrect spellings). See you guys next time!
A Must Do in Philly
I had a fantastic time at JG SkyHigh, the restaurant/bar atop the swanky Four Seasons Hotel. It’s worth a visit alone for the awe inspiring, turbo charged glass elevator ride, which fires you up 60 floors to the gloss & gleam of JG Vongerichten. Once there, it’s a stunning, airy space of wraparound glass, with THE most amazing views in the city. Food was delicious, & given the high end surroundings, I didn’t think, hideously expensive. Service was speedy, polished & free of pomp. You can come for breakfast, lunch, supper or just drinks & snacks. Food was delicious.
Amazing anniversary dinner, highly recommended
9/10. Ambience and views are outstanding. The food was excellent, with a varied selection for the 6 course tasting menu (which ended up really as 9 courses). Service was friendly and the meal was served at the correct pace. Some of the wine pairings had a great stories, but lacked in quality. Still, a highly recommended dining experience in Philadelphia, easily equivalent to the flagship New York restaurant where we have dined many times.
I saw an episode on YouTube of Joshua Weissman and JG
I saw an episode on YouTube of Joshua Weissman and JG cooking challenge then i realized i havent finished writing my review here, so Im here to finish what i started. My cousin was visiting from Chicago and i wanted to take her somewhere special and get some good views and photos while we were at it. I've been here at least 2 times already prior to this visit, so it was certainly an experience i wanted to share. I was carefully planning to arrive early enough to have seating without a reservation and still be able to experience the sunset. Chester was very welcoming and he showed me around and got my promptly seated at a beauutiful spot that overlooks the bar and the scenic view. Drew was my server and he was very attentive and accommodating. If your guest doesnt drink, they can actually make mocktails for you - its not on the menu, but you can actually tell your waiter what flavor you want it to be and what you want mixed into it. Same thing for cocktails - name it, they can make it. The food was delicious and very presentable. The flavors were very distinct and you can taste everything it was cooked with. Its not overpowering. It is to my liking. It was like a work of art. I had the great opportunity to meet and shake hands with Alessandro Picardi, the assistant general manager of their establishment. I had to share with him my praises for their quality and overall great service. It was a very unique experience, highly recommended and definitely worth a visit with your special friends, family and loved ones.
First off, the views are just incredible.
On the 59th floor of the Four Seasons hotel, which is the tallest building in Philly, you can't get any better views than that. We went at 2.30pm after lunch and before dinner so it was a light bites menu. We got to see 360 degrees view of the city during daytime, sunset and the city lights at night. The elevator up to JG was definitely a ride and an experience. The decor as you enter during the holiday season is just prestigious looking and the interior decor was beautiful, especially with the reflective ceiling mirrors. Now for the food, we had the hash brown caviar, kale salad with salmon, sea trout crispy rice and wagyu cheesesteak spring rolls. The $68 caviar hash brown was good but definitely not with the price. I thought we would at least get a few pieces of hash brown but it was just one small piece. I did like the soft and flaky hash brown but I've never understood the priciness of caviar. The cheesesteak spring roll was good though the meat was rarer than I expected. I'm used to normal medium rare wagyu but didn't expect for the spring roll to have that though. It had a light cheese inside and personally I prefer it that way. It came with a very vinegary tomato chutney type of condiment which was good but I ate that separately instead of combining it with the spring r The kale salad was refreshing and had a light drizzle of dressing. We added the salmon to it and that was cooked pretty well and soft and flakey. The sea trout crispy rice wasn't as crispy but I didn't mind the less crispy texture. The sea trout tasted like spicy tuna but with a stronger flavour. However, I've had better crispy rice tbh. Overall, definitely an experience to have. Reservations are hard to get for lunch or dinner. The downstairs bar area open just after 5pm.
First the view is spectacular.
Second the tasting menu was phenomenal, supported by a great personal (Jean-Paul and Michael to name a few) The chef is very innovative and the harmony she introduce in her creation is awesome. A palate explosion!
I've been to Jean-Georges Philadelphia twice.
The first time with my wife for brunch just prior to the pandemic, and recently with my parents and wife for dinner. They offer valet parking for $35. The elevator ride to the top of the building is an experience in itself and I suggest you go during daytime to take in the views. I also suggest you request a seating arrangement near a window so you can take it all in while you're there. The service is top notch although you should plan on being there several hours if your selecting from the tasting menu. My one nit is the food we had for our dinner experience. When we had our brunch everything was amazing, the flavor profiles were all very interesting, and it all just tasted superb. During our dinner, a lot of the items tasted bland, and others were extremely over salted. Like over salted to a point where they shouldn't have been served. Dessert was good though. Can't go wrong with sugar. Ambiance is half the price of the meal. Who knows what rent is at that location. They need to get their seasoning right though if your gonna charge a thousand dollars for four people for dinner!
Excellent experience
Excellent dinner. !st time at a JG restaurant. Served several of his classic dishes. Service was impeccable. Great wine list with several at reasonable prices. View is spectacular . Highly recommend!!
Came here for lunch and unfortunately couldn't enjoy the
Came here for lunch and unfortunately couldn't enjoy the bite too much because it was during the wild fire. Food was just ok but the ride up the elevator was awesome and the cows during a normal day would be amazing hence the 4 stars. This place is all about the ambiance and views. Someone in my party did mention the food was much better for dinner so that may be the case.
"Jean George's rooftop: A perfect blend of elegance,
"Jean George's rooftop: A perfect blend of elegance, creativity, and breathtaking views!"
I would it give zero stars if possible.
My husband got food poisoned from the dinner. We live about 45 minutes away. He started profusely, vomiting, and having stomach aches. It is such a shame with the amount of money we spent at this restaurant that he was food poisoned and was so ill the rest of the night. The restaurant was beautiful and the view was great but definitely not worth getting food poisoned! Would not recommend.
Our Favorite Watering Hole In Philly
We've been fans of Chef Vongerichten for years now, so when he opened a place in Philadelphia, we booked into the 4 Seasons to experience his vision there. The room is spectacular, the service staff well-trained and the food is well prepared. Every time we're in Philly, as we were last Saturday, we make a point of dropping in. The restaurant was very crowded, so we sat at the bar intending to have brunch and drinks. Despite the fact that the bar was full, the staff was cheerful and accommodating, though we never got to order food and had to be contented with a couple of Bloody Marys!
A fairly disappointing brunch experience today.
..service was very slow and clumsy. It took about 35-40 minutes for us to receive our food and it all came out at once, apps and entrees. The table wasn't big enough for most of us to have our app and entree side by side so it was a very tight dining experience. Additionally, our server spilled my drink on my new pants. Also, this is probably the only four seasons I've been to that doesn't feel like a four seasons. People are in there with hats on, sweatpants...felt more like a sports bar than a fine dining experience. There were also a group of individuals that did a loud sports chant that was disruptive and rude. This four seasons needs to elevate and enforce the standards they require for their guests.
Top class all the way. Venue, view, staff, food and cocktails
Rooftop is stunning, service is nice and professional, drinks and food are really excellent! Went twice during one weekend and would love to return to eat my way through the menu
One of the Best in Philly
We had a wonderful tasting menu experience here with wine accompaniment. I love doing the foodie thing and this is definitely the place. The view (top of the skyscraper) the ambiance (intimate, not crowded) and service were top notch. Loved all the cocktail choices and the food was excellent. I will say, that the food was a notch lower than similar places we have been to in New York and Las Vegas, but was still excellent. We also visited Vernick Food and Drink. Their food was better, but it was a crowded ambiance with people tucked in tight all around and service was okay. In case you are trying to decide.
Excellent food and service with amazing views!
Excellent food and service with amazing views! The presentation, tastes, and texture of the food was outstanding. The service was meticulous. One quibble is the online menu noted wagyu beef and we were served duck. It was delicious but I was looking forward to the wagyu beef and brought a bottle of anniversary wine to pair with it.
Come for a drink but don't eat here
Everything about our lunch was fantastic ... except the food. I've done a lot of business travel. I never have high expectation at hotel restaurants. But I assumed the Four Seasons would be different. The decor, view, and service were all wonderful. My wife's shrimp mushroom risotto had little taste except for being overly salted. My "fried chicken" was half good. The thigh meat was tender and juicy but the breast meat was dry. The breading on both was nice but seemed like "fish and chips" batter. I've had better hotel food at a Holiday Inn. We live in Philly so we know what's possible in this foodie city. Come on guys, you should do better.
The dinner we had was okay, a huge amount of the dishes
The dinner we had was okay, a huge amount of the dishes were very over-salted. Not sure if it was the sauce or if it was the chef, either way not acceptable for a $500+ meal. The wine selection was good, but their menu is outdated as they were out of a few bottles. Waiting a good amount of time as well between dishes, sometimes 20-30 minutes.
Jean-Georges was an absolute experience.
This restaurant takes your tastebuds on a journey. Truly an upper echelon affair from the ambiance of the restaurant to the waiters/waitresses pouring and placing down the plates in a synchronized movement.The "From The Land and Sea" option takes you through a journey of 8 different courses. The trio of crispy sea trout sushi, egg toast and caviar, & yellowfin tuna noodles were phenomenal starts. A great way to tickle your tastebuds for what came after. The staff were friendly, energized. and in sync with their movements. They are very helpful with exposing the menu! The savory courses were amazing. Each one complementing the other. I recommend this restaurant to anyone looking to celebrate themselves in the most elite way.
The food is horrible .
Lol this is probably on my top 5 of worst restaurants. We spent $2000 total. Take your money some where else. Like the one in NY maybe,
Spectacular View and Incredible Food and Service
Had a great anniversary dinner at Jean-Georges. There are two restaurants - one is Sky High and this one is Jean -Georges. They have a great tasting menu that we have had twice. This time was for our 25th anniversary and they did not disappoint. From the snacks and appetizers to the main courses and the pre dessert, dessert and after dessert, the food was creative and delicious. Above all, the service was impeccable ! They aim to please.
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