Helm had been on my list to check out and I finally did when my friends came to visit from NY.As soon as we approached the restaurant, we noticed a cozy space but packed with diners. We also knew it was a good sign when a pair of diners left with big satisfiable grins on their faces.Although the space was small, it was cozy and didn't feel cramped at all. We arrived early as a big group of diners were about to leave. The waitress swiftly and expertly rearranged the seating configuration for us after the party departed.This restaurant is unique in a sense where they do not have a printed menu. Their food items are listed on two black chalkboards. They rotate a few items every week or so depen...
Ho Ly smokes. From the moment one enters this domain of culinary delights, you are greeted by the server who genuinely desires to make your experience unforgettable.I was told the menu changes according to what the chef procures, to ensure freshness.The chef had prepared a chicken liver mouse, which I had on toast what….? It was de licious ?? came with a little dish of strawberries with onions…. Wow! Would never imagine it would work, but…de licious!The main course, chicken, artichoke, and Swiss (I’m actually sitting in the place as I write this) is incredible ??I Love this place??? So creative
This is the cutest little restaurant where you would least expect to find AMAZING food!!!Service was fabulous- thank you Amy for taking such great care of us. Let’s talk about the food…OMG…my mouth had a PARTY!!!! Flavors and presentation and combinations you won’t find anywhere else. I can’t find the words to express how YUMMY and pleasantly surprising these dishes were. Sorry I don’t have room for more in my tummy. Thank you Helm!Dietary restrictions: We are gluten free, pescatarian. Fabulous options!
High quality food, low quality environment. Food has awesome flavor profile design and plating. Im from out of town, but $55 per person for 3 plates seems a bit excessive. Menu design and presentation leaves much to be desired. Wouldn't hurt to hire someone with sign writing experience to better organize info and improve spacing. kitchen visibility can be distracting with such a small space.
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Such an intersting menu! My choices wereThe Scallop, the pork ragu and the Gateau basque. I loved each and every plate and the flavors were so well-developed and complex. Not a dull moment with the food here. And despite just have 1 server, the service was spectacular! Definitely recommend this place and will make sure to come back to try their other dishes!
Don't have a negative thing to say. They accommodated our group and we were able to order family style which let's us sample essentially the entire menu. Everything was delicious but the monkfish and duck entrees stood out personally.Overall highly reccomend.
I honestly think this is the best, most creative restaurant in Philly. The only issue we have is that they usually have five of each courses on their menu and we have to give up one because we’re a part of four!
Unparalleled! Immediately welcomed into a warm homey interior. Amiable staff feel like family. Delicious well-apportioned dishes are both satisfying and interesting. BYO GF VG I will BRB.Playlist slaps too
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This place was so cool. We came with a large group and did family style which was pre-defined courses and meals, and loved everything! It's also in a cool location, and BYOB, so you really can't beat it.
What an awesome place! Truly incredible food and waitstaff! Our special occasion was made that much greater by Helm... Thank you SO much!
