Lacroix Restaurant at The Rittenhouse

Review for Brunch only. The selection of food, quality of each dish, service and friendliness of the chef were impeccable. Nothing bad here at all. The meal felt exceptionally relaxed. The servers were attentive without being overbearing (a hard balance which was perfectly executed). The sizes of each dish were perfect for allowing a taste of everything. The staff were proactive in making sure every option was always available. The chef in the kitchen was great explaining it each of the roast dishes available and was very friendly. The quality of the coffee is a good way to judge a brunch, and the coffee was great. An exceptional experience. Note: Review does not apply to afternoon tea (my experience of afternoon tea here over a decade ago was poor, I still have yet to find a place outside of the UK that can provide even an average afternoon tea).

We visited Lacroix for our 2023 Thanksgiving dinner and had a fantastic time. It was a buffet format and while the price tag was high, the experience was definitely worth it. The tons of food options were all tasty, including turkey, shrimp, oysters, and more. Also the pork ribs were outstanding. Drinks were not included but the wine we ordered was exceptional. Overall we had a great Thanksgiving meal and would do it again for sure.

We ate here during our stay at the Rittenhouse and overall the restaurant was fine. When we came here for breakfast on Thanksgiving day, the service was incredibly slow which was really disappointing. It took forever for us to get our food and when it came out, it wasn’t even hot. When we came the next day, it was much faster and better. Omelettes, croissants, and egg dishes were overall good. Not much to complain about besides the slow service.

This restaurant was average for me. The food was very good. However, I felt the servers were sub-par for a restaurant of this caliber. The service was very slow after we were seated. The female server brought us a bottle of wine we order that was spoiled. She said that it tasted fine to her. I have tasted thousands of bottles of wine and know good and bad wine. I do NOT like the fact that they open the bottle at another location than the table. Opening the wine is part of the process. When we walked into the restaurant there was a wait for anyone to appear. And when he did, it felt like they were not expecting anyone to show. I feel like this place is a want to be top Philly restaurant, but they won't spend the money to get it there. I would skip this place for the much better options in the square. They should walk down the Barkley Prime to see how it's done.

What a special meal! We ordered the chef’s tasting menu and it was exquisite. Every dish was artfully presented and tasty. The portions are small but by the end of the night we were full. The best part about the meal was the service. The staff was so polite and attentive, and made you feel special. The sommelier was clearly invested in his craft and it was a pleasure to hear him describe the wine pairings. I got a cocktail and it was also delicious. I think our favorite dish was the dessert, which was a chocolate sphere with a delicious custard and pistachio filling. The restaurant was quiet which was surprising for how good the food and service was. Worth the price!

I had such a fantastic experience with my husband at La croix. From check in to seating until we get our coats back, the experience was phenomenal. We enjoyed their Sunday brunch. If you’re doing their Sunday brunch, you have to make an online reservation ahead of time. When you make the reservation, they will actually ask you to pay for the full amount of the buffet, plus an automatic 20% gratuity plus service fee and taxes. Cancellation should be made 72 hours prior to your reservation or there would be no refund. The buffet costs $95 per person. So far, of all the breakfast buffet that I’ve been to in the city, this is the only one that lets you order one entrée off the menu with no extra cost. While you wait for your entrée, you can go ahead and help yourself at their buffet. Do you have normal staples for breakfast like sausages, potatoes, mashed potatoes, bacon. But what I like the most is that they have a good variety of desserts and offers tons of different types of seafood. Everything taste divine. The service was fantastic. Our water glass never becomes empty because they always refill it. They’re very prompt in picking up dirty plates and replacing your used utensils. The coffee was so good. Try some raw oysters and try their crab salad too while you’re at it. I think the price of the buffet is great compared to the quality of food that they serve.