🇺🇸 Philly | Hidden Gem Italian Spot — Osteria Ama Philly 🇮🇹✨

Made a last-minute decision to visit this Italian eatery in Central City — and wow! With 1100+ Google reviews and a 4.8 rating, the hype is real. The storefront looks humble, but the food is easily some of the best Italian I’ve ever had — amazing flavor, warm service, and incredible value. We were literally dancing in our seats 😂. Everything we ordered was a hit — zero disappointments. 💰 Per person: ~$35 | Rating: 9/10 🍕 Margherita Pizza ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Listed as an appetizer — we were confused at first. Turns out it’s a 10-inch pizza for just $10 — what a steal! The crust is super thin (just a few millimeters) so it doesn’t fill you up, but it’s loaded with toppings. Tangy tomato sauce, melted cheeses, and fresh basil. The edges are crispy like crackers — so satisfying! 🍽️ Grilled Calamari ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A chilled grilled squid salad — beautifully plated with a light, refreshing dressing. The squid is tender, served with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, beans, red onion, and basil. Eating it all together with a spoon creates a juicy burst of flavors in your mouth. Lightly seasoned but naturally delicious. 🍽️ Chicken Parmigiana Rose ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A huge main course — a chicken cutlet bigger than your face, smothered in cheese, with a side of pasta in creamy rosé sauce (tomato-infused, perfectly balanced). The pasta is thin and well-coated, and the chicken is fried then baked — tender and harmonious with the sauce. Even though the crust softens in the sauce, it stays delicious. Sauce lovers, rejoice — there’s plenty! 🥖 Complimentary Bread Served warm under a napkin to keep it cozy — thoughtful touch! The crust is crispy, the inside chewy, and it oddly reminded me of Northern Chinese steamed bread — a fun surprise. Overall — massive value, wildly exceeded expectations! The lone server was spinning like a top but still gave attentive service. The decor is simple — not the fanciest for a fancy date or celebration, but perfect for a delicious, genuine meal. 📍 Address: 1905 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 #PhillyEats #ItalianFood #HiddenGem #PhillyFood #StudentEats #UniversityOfPennsylvania