Philadelphia's Elegant French Dining: Townsend

📍 Townsend EPX 1623 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148 I initially went there just to take some photos and didn’t have high expectations for the food, especially for French cuisine in Philadelphia. But the meal turned out to be incredibly delicious and exceeded my expectations, which surprised me a lot haha. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Foie Gras Mousse A must-try! The foie gras is whipped to a mousse-like texture, incredibly light and creamy. Paired with sweet and tangy fruit jam and crispy nuts, served on buttered bread, it’s one of the most unique and best foie gras dishes I’ve ever had. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Beef Tartare Super delicious! Served with crispy potato croquettes, pickles, and pickled peppers, the texture is incredibly rich and layered. I usually don’t eat raw meat, but this dish was so fragrant that I made an exception—it was just too good. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Loup de Mer with Mussels A type of sea bass, perhaps? The fish skin is golden and crispy, while the meat is incredibly tender. Paired with very fresh mussels that have a particularly sweet and succulent texture. 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Grilled Steak A classic dish! My friend’s steak also received high praise. We kept nodding in approval—it was an unexpected delight. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Oysters with Cucumber Mousse 🦪 A complimentary amuse-bouche. The cucumber mousse is refreshing and pairs exceptionally well with the oysters’ briny flavor. The ingredients are super fresh, and it’s the kind of combination that makes your taste buds light up the moment it hits your mouth. Indulge! 🖐️ Avoid the Bone Marrow: It was overly salty. I took just a small bite and had to pass. 🖐️ Dessert: We tried the chocolate soufflé, which was average and didn’t leave much of an impression. The menu is likely to change regularly. I was hoping to try the baked escargot this time but unfortunately missed out. 🍽️ Ambiance & Service: We arrived at 6:30 PM on a weekday evening, and we were the only table that night! It’s perfect for dates, birthdays, or taking beautiful food photos. The average cost per person is around $80. I recommend coming an hour before sunset; the natural light streaming in is particularly beautiful, and the subsequent blue hour is very romantic ❤️‍🔥. The photo opportunities are top-notch 👍🏻. #PhiladelphiaFood #PhiladelphiaFrenchCuisine #PhiladelphiaWesternCuisine #Foodie