Bridget Foy's

Recently visited Bridget Foy's with friends after hearing about their All You Can Eat Pasta night on Mondays. Our server was wonderful and suggested we all start with ordering a plate of each pasta to share with the table and then later reordering our favorites. Orders came out quickly, and the servers were very attentive.The food itself was not bad, and we really enjoyed the Lamb Bolognese, Pesto, Spicy Crab pasta, and everyone agreed the bread was phenomenal. Started with a Caesar salad, which was also great and the house salad surprised us with how flavorful it was. Being aware that this was going to be an All You Can Eat service, I wasn't expecting everything to be my favorite. You can't blame the service or kitchen, with the fact that they're making plates upon plates of pasta throughout the night for each table. This wasn't the best pasta I've ever had, but I also understand the demand and wanting to have guests try some of each dish. Some of the plates definitely needed more salt/seasoning, but for $30/person and a couple of drinks, it was still a wonderful time!The general ambiance of the restaurant is somewhere between a sports bar & a family-style Italian restaurant & lively New American place. Overall, we enjoyed our time at Bridget Foy's and would definitely come back on a night we're craving lots of carbs!

Sat on the outside porch during beautiful weather. Noticed Quinta Brunson & her husband walking by. Apparently she was in town to speak at the Temple University commencement. Had the chicken enchiladas & a glass of pinot grigio for a quick bite. The chicken was gamey, not shredded, I should have gone to one of the Mexican restaurants in the area if I really wanted a good enchilada. Took a pic of my meal but not Quinta.

We last minute made brunch reservations at Bridget Foy's since they had ample openings and was a convenient spot for us and our friends. Located right in Headhouse Square, this restaurant is easy to get to on foot or bike and is in a really cute area. The space is pretty large, so it's not surprising that there were a lot of open reservations. We were one of the first ones to arrive after they opened their doors, and we were promptly seated. For the first 30 mins to 1 hour that we were there, there was very little other foot traffic ... but by the time our meal was done, the place had filled up a bit. Their brunch menu is large enough to provide variety but not too long to be overwhelming. I eyed up their selection of Benedicts, opting for the Florentine with spinach and creme fraiche. The Benedicts standardly come with breakfast potatoes, but I appreciated that I had the option to swap them for a salad (not a breakfast potato gal). The entree itself was good - the sauce wasn't drowning the dish, and the spinach was nicely seasoned. The eggs were perfectly poached, but I could taste a touch of vinegar on them. They were atop a standard English muffin, which served its purpose, but could have been more exciting (perhaps a biscuit or focaccia...). The salad was light and crisp, but it was a bit drowning in oil / vinegar. At $16, the serving was solid for the price. The coffee that I paired with my meal was decent but not the best I've had. My dining partners all enjoyed their meals too, sharing similar sentiments that the food was decent and they selected well. I would visit Bridget Foy's again for a different meal or their pasta parties! Definitely appreciate the ease of making a last minute res, so recommend them for anyone looking to take a larger group out for a nice meal!

All you can eat pasta night!!!!!!! The pasta variety is exceptional, the quality is top notch (homemade, like their sister restaurant Cry Baby), and the service staff was so fun and supportive of our gastronomical quest. The value cannot be beat. The bolognese was my favorite, I got three portions. The portions were perfect for AYCE, and they get smaller as you order more which was appreciated as someone with no self control.

One of those reviews that's been a long time in the making!Long before I ever entered for a bite to eat, I enjoyed stopping by Bridget Foy's for years during South Street Festivals, admired the vibrant outdoor seating it had, and told myself that I would pay it a proper visit one day. But being the slacker that I can be, it never happened, and then a fire made it look like it never would!But this neighborhood institution had its justified community support, so much so that a major fire didn't leave them down and out. And, even though they ended up re-opening during a global pandemic, they somehow managed to come back better than ever and even added a second restaurant destination in Cry Baby Pasta (https://www.yelp.com/biz/cry-baby-pasta-philadelphia)With it literally being reborn from a fire like a phoenix, and still maintaining a strong community following on a street that has had so much influence on my life, I really needed to go. So when I went to my most recent TLA show I saw an opportunity to finally go beforehand, and it proved to be well worth the wait.When I entered the first thing I noticed was the impressive artwork hanging on every wall. The second thing I noticed was how friendly and spot-on the staff were with their suggestions. From letting us know that we could add any protein we wanted to our pasta dish, to making incredible drink and appetizer suggestions, to cracking hilarious jokes at the expense of the 3rd person we were waiting for as they were super attentive during it, they were super helpful throughout.The menu rotates so often and I'm such a slacker to the point that I couldn't even begin to fully identify what I had by looking at it online. But everything was reasonably priced and delicious, and the cocktail menu was filled with plenty of classics that felt modern. The best bet for me entree-wise was definitely the fresh pasta, even more so when I was able to add crab to an amazing vegetable pasta.With a vibrant rotating menu that covers beyond the basics,, a good selection of beers and wine to go with the cocktails, and a great-sounding brunch menu, there's plenty of reasons to pay a visit to this classic!

One of the best veggie burgers I've ever had. I have been here multiple times and tried other things but it always comes back to the veggie burger. I appreciate that, in these times with imitation meat and 'impossible' burgers, that there is a place that still creates veggie burgers made of actual vegetables. I would highly recommend. Also, the crab hush puppies are amazing. I will definitely be back and recommend this place to anybody looking for a good solid place to eat.

Brussel Sprouts are the best!!!! Ambiance is very chill and low key, service is quick and attentive, and menu has something for everyone! Love this neighborhood spot :)

Restaurant Week Fall 2023 20th Anniv. is starting tomorrow, but I would be remised if I did talk about their 'It's a Shore Thing' Menu(3 course w/beverage $40). My sister & I had a chance to dine on a Thursday late afternoon. It was cooling off so It was great to sit outside along the facade of the building. The renovation through out are sharp & homey at the same time. The service is always pleasant. Great team work.Now the meal;Our drink of choose was the Frozen Prickly Pear Margarita- refreshing & nice flow of flavor & libation through out!Our Starters were Streamed Mussels(red sauce) & Melon & Prosciutto-The Mussels were accompany with a crostino bread & were delicious. Mild sauce that brought the mussels a live in every bite.The Melon & Prosciutto-AMAZING. The burst of flavors mingling together in every bite. I took a chance & I was sooo glad I did. It was all that!!We both had the Lobster Roll. It was our Goodbye to Summer. So Good, I mean, REALLY good(and we just got back for MV). I will say, the if the chips were dusted(lightly-maybe with a lemon Cajun seasoning) with something that would have made the dish complete. They added a dessert that was not listed, Their Key Lime Pie. Baby!!!! This have NEVER been my dessert(why there is no picture-lol), but my sister loves it & it was for two. One of the Best Desserts I have had in my LIFE. EVERYTHING about was amazing from the the spectacular buttery crust to the perfectly toasted top. It wasn't until our last bite did I realize I did not take a picture(except in my mind). This restaurant is as old as me. And like me, even in their dark seasons they find themselves on top.

Hands down the best brunch place In the city, best service and food. Everything was perfect from start to finish!!

Food Ordered: Shrimp Tacos, Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Crab FriesGot some tasty frozen cocktails.Everything was super tasty. Nice, small outdoors. Waitress was very nice!