Alpen Rose
19 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/PhiladelphiaEats, r/philadelphia, r/philly21 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Alpen Rose draws recommendations for splurge meals and special occasions, with beef Wellington singled out by two diners. One commenter describes a cozy room with excellent food, and another considers it romantic. An anniversary visitor praises the meal, service and espresso martini. Cost is a recurring consideration. One diner was underwhelmed on a visit, and another liked the food but found the drinks disappointing.
Address
Alpen Rose, 116 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
At a glance
- Price
- Premium
- Signature dishes
- Beef wellington, Espresso martini
- Best for
- Dates, Celebrations
- Opinions divided
- Yes
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/NinjasTurtle in r/PhiladelphiaEats · Jan 2026
Commenter thinks Alpen Rose deserved a spot on the best restaurants list.
- Recommendsu/TNT3149_ in r/philadelphia · Dec 2024
A top spot of the year.
- Recommendsu/dayoldbagels in r/philadelphia · Aug 2024
Recommends Alpen Rose.
- Recommendsu/selia15 in r/philly · Apr 2025
Listed among top picks.
- Recommendsu/the_rocc_ in r/philly · Apr 2025
Named as a top choice.
- Recommendsu/Visible_Salt3428 in r/philly · Jan 2025
Named as a suggestion for the fancy dinner.
- Caveatu/RetroRN in r/philadelphia · Dec 2024consistency
Wanted to like it but was underwhelmed, maybe an off night.
- Recommendsu/doodoobrown530 in r/philadelphia · Aug 2024
One of their favorite meals in Philly if you can get a reservation.
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- Recommendsu/Spooklys in r/PhiladelphiaEats · May 2025
The one exception to an otherwise mid restaurant group.
- Recommendsu/William_d7 in r/philadelphia · Dec 2024value
Very expensive but felt worth the splurge.
- Recommendsu/Chunkyblamm in r/philly · Apr 2025
Listed among picks.
- Recommendsu/l_a_p304 in r/philly · Apr 2025ambience
Calls Alpen Rose amazing, describing it as cozy with great vibes and excellent food.
- Recommendsu/Minimum-Category8294 in r/philly · Jan 2025ambience
Thinks Alpen Rose would make a romantic choice.
- Recommendsu/Due-Rain-1051 in r/philly · Jan 2025taste
Prefers Alpen Rose and advises calling ahead for the Beef Wellington.
- Recommendsu/GummoRabbitGumbo in r/PhiladelphiaEats · Dec 2024consistency
Says they always have a stellar experience at Alpen Rose and feels lucky to have such good food in Philly.
- Recommendsu/acctIMade in r/philadelphia · Dec 2024taste
Highlights the beef wellington.
- Recommendsu/LokalTreo23 in r/philly · Jan 2025
Named as a suggestion for the fancy dinner.
- Recommendsu/orosz726 in r/philly · Jan 2025
Named as a suggestion for the fancy dinner.
- Mixedu/djourdjour in r/philadelphia · Dec 2024
Agrees on the food but thought the alcohol was bad.
- Recommendsu/shutupgetrad in r/philadelphia · Aug 2024taste
Partner took them for an anniversary; incredible food, wonderful service, unforgettable experience, reservation needed.
- Recommendsu/diatriose in r/philadelphia · Aug 2024
Recommends Alpen Rose.
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Details last checked 10 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.