Vernick Food & Drink

Vernick Food & Drink is a critical darling, and putting out some of the most technically beautiful food in Philly. But, there's plenty of soul in Greg Vernick 's food, too. [Eater 38 Member]

Ingredients are the star at Greg Vernick 's bi-level American spot near Rittenhouse Square. Try the "toasts" as an appetizer . You'll love everything coming out of the wood-fired oven. Read more

Vernick Food & Drink is a critical darling from James Beard Award winner Greg Vernick , putting out some of the most technically beautiful food in Philly. Read more

I dismissed the "on toast " section at first... don't. The beef tartare on toast great and I'm sure the other toast dishes are equally as enjoyable.

The easy vibe at Vernick make it one of those rare restaurants that can suit so many things: dinner with food-snob friends, cocktails with a gal pal, a meal with the non-adventurous in-laws.

“We started baking baby artichokes in terra-cotta cazuelas, which can sustain very high temperatures. The vegetables melt in their own juices , with white wine , butter, and garlic .” Chef Greg Vernick Read more

A neighborhood-friendly destination from the first bite of its now-trademark toasts to some of the most impressive high-end New American cuisine in the city . Read more

A succulent whole or half organic Amish chicken , roasted with fresh lemon and herb jus. Be sure to grab some extra bread for sopping up all that heavenly sauce. Read more

Everything was awesome here. Highly recommend the mixto ceviche and the beef tartare . Even the brownie ala mode was amazing. Service was top notch as well . I'll definitely be back.

Caleb (manager) is awesome and gives great recs. Check out open kitchen in back. Raw bar is on point. Highlights: uni/eggs, arctic char . 👌 👌

the parmesan custard was both the weirdest and the most delightful dish I've had in a long time. and ditto to the blueberry pie . also, the bartender (and her sazerac ) was a treat.

This Jean Georges Alum's debut restaurant will certainly be the first of many great spots by Chef/Owner Greg Vernick . Sit at the gorgeous bar and enjoy one of Vincent Stipo's amazing cocktails

The blueberry pie is a godly thing. I have literally never tasted anything so good. Highly highly recommend EVERYTHING in this restaurant .

Chef Greg's menu is a carefully crafted labor of love, aptly conveyed through the inspired cuisine at Vernick. Reserve seats at the chef 's counter and watch in awe as the chefs prepare your meal!

Great service. The parmesan custard small plate was very unique and delicious. Try the milk punch dessert cocktail !!

Not a single bad dish on the menu. Get the uni, white cod , steak tartare , porchetta , mussels , and veal . Or anything really. You can't go wrong.

Steak tartare toast is unexpectedly good with shaved parmesan . Thai snapper special entree is worth trying but on the salty side. Uni scramble tastes like it sounds - sea flavor, scrambled egg texture

all the toast , all the vegetables AND HOLY GOD GET THE BLUEBERRY PIE IF YOU LIKE YOURSELF EVEN SLIGHTLY

Loved the octopus and the Panna cotta was amazing. Everything else was way too salty for me.

Grilled romaine with aged cheddar and figs . Best lettuce anyone has ever had in their lives. About me: I don't believe in hyperboles.

Ummm... If you haven't been here you're missing out. On life. The kitchen sends out delightful and surprising dishes that sound just as good as they taste. Fu€&!ng delicious

One of Rittenhouse's newest restaurants . Vernick is great if you can get a reservation for dinner - but is also a nice spot for pre-dinner drinks at the bar .

Great dinner , definitely get the beef tartare toast , lemongrass cod and date cake with orange toffee and coconut sorbet !

Hands down, best restaurant in philly. Sea urchin with warm scrambled eggs , home-made mozzarella , and chicken liver toast are amazing

Everybody seems to order the chili-glazed octopus (with Granny Smith apple and endive) at Greg Vernick 's Rittenhouse bistro . Read more

The best drink in the city is Latifah' variation on the Vesper right here at Vernick!!

The Arctic Char is a delicious starter. The crispy skin and dill complement the fish extremely well .

The organic roasted amish chicken is a must. It's one of many heart large and small New American plates. Read more

Service is outstanding. Their raw fish apps and shellfish roast are delicious. Would skip coat check next time.

Amazing service. Great vibe. PHENOMENAL FOOD! Definitely try the mushroom on toast . Delish!

Amazing changing seasonal menu , the toasts and anything from the wood fire oven are good bets.

Forget what you know about strawberry pies , this one is out of this world! The staff is unbelievably nice!

Get ready for a Rittenhouse adventure in good eats, try the sea urchin with scrambled eggs and get something on toast . A cocktail can never hurt. Read more

the milk punch is phenomenal - give it a swill

Sea Urchin is not to be missed. Date cake is too sweet. Other notables: Tuna Poke and pappardelle . Romantic ambience .

This was quite possibly the best seafood salad I have ever eaten. Seriously.

Try their seasonal twist on a Pisco Sour featuring Concord grapes . Read more

Order the Old Fashioned And the beef tartare . Ask for Jesse to make you a drink!

the sea urchin and warm scrambled eggs is one of my favorite dishes. of any restaurant ever. just give it a try!

Amazing Drinks, amazing food, lovely atmosphere. First time ever trying scallops here! They were delicious.

Vernick is turning out great food, especially the seafood . The bar also makes a great spot for pre-dinner drinks. Read more

Old fashioned, old cuban (drinks), hamachi , and poke were amazing. So stoked for my sea bass !!!

Sit at the bar , order the whole menu :-) Dessert is a generously shareable portion.

Don't miss the Chili-Glazed Octopus or the Artic Char with Crispy Skin and Dill .

A little over-hyped. Very small menu and not many options if you don't eat meat. The appetizers and small plates are very small and over-priced. Share the seafood/shellfish roast, it's worth the price

The chicken is incredible.

Must try the grilled romaine small plate . Absolutely delicious!!

Tuna poke was phenomenal!! Bass with roasted tomato sauce also excellent

A bartender Vincent makes this amazing drink of fresh lime juice w/ a cayenne Spice kick. Amazing- its called a muerde

Get anything on toast ! Excellent. Brussel sprouts and potatoes are okay