A French Restaurant with Exquisitely Crafted Dishes

If you have an evening free in Philadelphia, here’s a perfect plan: First, stop by MyLoup to check for same-night availability (prime dinner slots definitely require advance booking—we only got a 9 PM bar seat that night 😅). Then, head to Ritten House Square, grab a bench, and people-watch for a bit 🧘♂️. By 7 PM, wrap up your people-watching and head to The Ranstead Room (no wait if you go early on weekdays!) for a quick drink 🥂. By 8 or 9 PM, MyLoup will start to clear out—and that’s when your amazing dinner begins! Pro Tips & Highlights - 📜 The menu is daily-changing—the website isn’t updated often, but classic dishes rarely disappear. - 🍽️ If you don’t want mains to fill you up, order more appetizers to try a variety of flavors! Must-Try Dishes - 🌊 Razor Clam with Cashew: The flavor is so creative—absolute must-order! It’s a bit pricey, but the taste is one-of-a-kind 🤩. - 🦞 Urchin Sweet Potato: I can’t even find the words to describe it! The uni is super fresh, and paired with sweet potato puree? Another must-have—totally worth the wait in the square 😋. - 🐌 Escargot Roll ($14): Packed with escargot meat! The garlic bread is pure carb joy—worth every bite. One roll is enough for two people (more might feel greasy) 🥐. - 🦢 Foie Gras with Fried Chicken Skin: A “win” for anyone craving indulgence (sorry, not for cholesterol-conscious folks 😂)! Delicious with a generous portion—perfect to share between two. Honorable Mention & A Note - 🐟 Fluke with Diced Radish: Refreshing, but not as mind-blowing as the first two dishes. Still, if you love sashimi, go for it 🥢. - 🥩 Cold Roasted Beef with Celery: Focuses on being healthy, but lacks the “wow factor” of the other plates 🥬. Desserts - 🍫 Chocolate Cake: I felt bad not ordering drinks while sitting at the bar, so I got this—and it’s tasty! Not overly sweet, which is a dream for chocolate lovers 🍫. But it’s not “can’t-live-without” good. - 🍮 Complimentary Crème Brûlée: Since we were there near closing, they gave us this for free! It was basically leftover cream + leftover caramel sauce—but the cream was incredible 🤤. Pro tip: Try any dessert with cream here! The staff said “MyLoup” means “my wolf” in French—it’s also the nickname the chef/owner gives their dachshund! You’ll spot little dachshund icons all over the menu 🐶. 📍 MyLoup: 2005 Walnut St #Philadelphia #NorthAmericanLife #PhillyFood #PhillyLife #FrenchCuisine #NorthAmerica #DateNightSpot #RestaurantRecommendation #HiddenGemRestaurant #VibeRestaurant