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Townsend

Item: Townsend
Author: Sharon Rigney

Cuisine: European, French

Price: $$

10Best Says

Chef Townsend Wentz has been around the block a bit when it comes to the restaurant business. His latest project offers diners a French experience with a distinctively upscale environment. The place isn't stuffy, however, but rather comfortably refined. The menu is not huge, but it delivers on both flavor and interest and is never the same place twice. Feed your inner foodie with options such as foie gras mousse, beef tartare, braised oxtail risotto, pan rated magret duck breast or lamb en cocotte. You'll also want to take advantage of their detailed wine list that pairs perfectly with their delicious cuisine options.

Address:

1623 E Passyunk Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19148
(267) 639-3203

Hours:

Sun-Mon,: Wed-Thu; 5pm-10pm
Fri-Sat: 5pm-11pm

Website:

townsendrestaurant.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Sharon Rigney
Philadelphia Local Expert

Best Restaurants, French: "Don't forget to ask about wine pairings with what you're eating, as they specialize in just such offerings."

Recommended as Best Restaurants Because: Where else can you order a whole suckling pig for your group in an upscale setting?
Best for French Because: The relatively newcomer to the French scene in Philadelphia is making waves with great food and a lovely atmosphere.

Main Menu
- Salads
  Garden Salad
  Small: $6.30
  
  Large: $7.05
  Chef's Salad
  ham, turkey and cheese
  
  Small: $7.40
  
  Large: $8.60
  Greek Salad
  feta cheese and anchovies
  
  Small: $8.35
  
  Large: $9.55
  Antipasto
  capicola, cooked and genoa salami, pepperoni, provolone
  
  Small: $7.80
  
  Large: $8.80
  Mixed Cheese Salad
  american and provolone cheese
  
  Small: $6.80
  
  Large: $7.80
- Sandwiches
  Grilled Cheese
  $3.45
  
  With Bacon: $4.55
  Grilled Ham And Cheese
  
  ($4.55)
  
  Blt
  
  ($4.45)
  
  Tuna Salad
  
  ($4.95)
  
  Cold Roast Beef
  
  ($4.95)
- Best Stromboli
  Plain
  sauce and cheese
  
  Small: $8.90
  
  Large: $10.40
  Steak
  steak, sauce and cheese
  
  Small: $9.80
  
  Large: $12.40
  Steak Plus
  steak, sauce, cheese, green peppers, onions
  
  Small: $10.30
  
  Large: $13.40
  Pepperoni
  pepperoni, sauce and chees
  
  Small: $9.80
  
  Large: $12.40
  Sausage
  sausage, onion, green pepper, sauce and cheese
  
  Small: $9.80
  
  Large: $12.40
- Gourmet Pizza
  House Special
  Medium (12"): $9.50
  
  Large (14"): $13.00
  
  X-large (16"): $16.40
  Steak Pizza
  Medium (12"): $11.00
  
  Large (14"): $13.50
  
  X-large (16"): $16.15
  Meat Lovers Pizza
  steak, pepperoni, bacon and sausage
  
  Medium (12"): $14.00
  
  Large (14"): $16.50
  
  X-large (16"): $21.75
  Vegetarian
  Medium (12"): $10.35
  
  Large (14"): $12.85
  
  X-large (16"): $16.15
  Greek Pizza (white Pie)
  feta cheese, gyro, green peppers, onions, black olives and garlic
  
  Medium (12"): $13.50
  
  Large (14"): $16.00
  
  X-large (16"): $19.40
- Quality Italian Specialties
  
  Spaghetti
  
  with sauce ($6.50)
  
  Ravioli
  
  with sauce ($7.25)
  
  Manicotti
  
  with sauce ($7.75)
  
  Lasagna
  
  with meat ($8.25)
  
  Stuffed Shells (5)
  
  ($7.75)

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