Philadelphia | Italian Cuisine | Italian-Style “Lamb Soup”

The dim yet charming decor instantly transports you to a family tavern in Southern Italy. As soon as you walk in, you’re enveloped by the aroma of freshly baked bread. The bread is exceptional, becoming sweeter with every chew, and the olive oil is incredibly fragrant. ❤️ Lamb Maccheroni (Maccheroni alla Mugnaia) This is the signature dish you must try! The pasta has a hand-rolled texture, coated in a slightly spicy and rich white sauce. The large chunks of lamb are tender and flavorful. It’s truly delicious. ❤️ Rabbit Cavatelli (Cavatelli Verdi) The green pasta pieces are paired with a red rabbit meat tomato sauce, which looks very appetizing. The addition of chili peppers adds a Southern Italian touch, making it hard to stop eating. ✅ Salad (Insalata) The goat cheese is very strong and pairs well with the bitter chicory leaves, which also helps to cleanse the palate. ⭕️ Octopus (Polpo in Purgaturio) The tomato broth is very rich, and the octopus is firm yet tender. However, there is a slight fishy taste. ✅ Recommendation Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 📍 Le Virtù, Philadelphia, PA Included in Eater’s Top 15 Italian Restaurants in Philadelphia 💲 Average cost per person: $40 + tax and gratuity #Philadelphia #PhillyFood #PhillyExploration #ItalianCuisine