Restaurant in Philadelphia, United States
Alice
100Pearl PointsSouth Philly Dinner

About Alice
Alice is worth booking for a low-friction South Philly dinner when ease and flexibility matter more than a cuisine-specific destination. It is a stronger fit for small groups and weeknight plans than for diners chasing awards, named signature dishes, or a high-ceremony service format.
On a return visit, the useful question is whether Alice fits the plan for dinner in Philadelphia. Based on the verified details, the clearest reasons to consider it are direct: it is open for evening service Tuesday through Sunday, closed Monday, lists a smart casual dress code.
That makes Alice easiest to frame as a dinner option rather than a lunch plan. Beyond the schedule and dress code, details such as cuisine, price, signature dishes, service format, awards are not verified here, so the most honest approach is to confirm current specifics directly before building an occasion around them.
Choose Alice for dinner in Philadelphia with expectations confirmed in advance
Alice is the better call when the priority is a planned evening meal in Philadelphia and the group is comfortable checking current details before committing. Its verified hours run 5–10 PM Tuesday through Thursday, 5–11 PM Friday and Saturday, 5–10 PM Sunday, with Monday closed.
That does not make it a weak choice; it simply clarifies what can be stated with confidence. For diners comparing options in Philadelphia, Alice should be judged on the basics that are verified here: dinner service across most of the week and a smart casual dress code. For broader planning, use Our full Philadelphia restaurants guide, then cross-check other Philadelphia bars or hotels through Our full Philadelphia bars guide and Our full Philadelphia hotels guide.
The service test is confirming the current details
Because the verified information does not define a tasting format, chef-led counter, bar program, menu structure, or formal service style, the service expectation should be calibrated accordingly. Choose Alice if the listed dinner hours and smart casual dress code fit the evening, confirm any needs that matter to the meal before going.
For an explorer, the smartest move is to treat Alice as one Philadelphia dinner option among several rather than as a fully documented destination with verified signature dishes or accolades. Quick reference: plan for dinner, note that Monday is closed, dress smart casual, check the venue's official channels for current details before finalizing the night.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Alice?
Specific signature dishes are not verified here. Treat Alice as a Philadelphia dinner option and check the venue's official channels for the latest menu details before you go.
Can Alice accommodate groups?
Group accommodation details are not verified here. Alice is open Tuesday through Sunday, with hours of 5–10 PM Tuesday through Thursday, 5–11 PM Friday and Saturday, 5–10 PM Sunday, so larger parties should confirm current availability directly.
What should a first-timer know about Alice?
Alice is in Philadelphia, is closed Mondays, lists a smart casual dress code. The verified schedule is built around evening service rather than lunch.
Is lunch or dinner better at Alice?
Dinner is the clear call, since the verified hours only cover evening service from Tuesday through Sunday. Alice is closed on Mondays.
Does Alice handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodation details are not verified here. Check the venue's official channels for the latest details before visiting.
How far ahead should I book Alice?
Specific booking lead times are not verified here. Use the listed dinner hours as the planning baseline: Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday from 5–10 PM, Friday and Saturday from 5–11 PM.
Can I eat at the bar at Alice?
Bar or counter seating details are not verified here. If that matters to your plan, check the venue's official channels before visiting.
Location
901 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Philadelphia, United States
Compare Alice
| Venue | Location | Cuisine |
|---|---|---|
| Alice | Philadelphia | , |
| Mawn | Philadelphia | Cambodian, Pan-Asian |
| Angelo's Pizzeria South Philly | Philadelphia | Pizzeria |
| Ralph's Italian Restaurant | Philadelphia | , |
| Dante & Luigi's | Philadelphia | , |
| Fiorella Philadelphia | Philadelphia | , |
How Alice Philadelphia compares with similar nearby venues.
If Alice is not the right fit
Try Mawn if the group wants a more defined Cambodian and Pan-Asian dinner. Pick Fiorella Philadelphia if pasta is the clearer brief, or Angelo's Pizzeria South Philly for a more casual pizza-led plan.
For broader trip planning, use Our full Philadelphia wineries guide and Our full Philadelphia experiences guide. Outside Philadelphia, comparable planning references include Jōdo Saké Bar in Los Angeles, Onigiri Time in Pasadena, ¿Por Qué No? in Portland, 'Ai Love Nalo in Waimanalo Beach, 'āina in San Francisco, 'Ama 'Ama in Kapolei, -Grilled beef Sukiyaki- KAMAKURA TANUKIAN 鎌倉 たぬき庵 in Kamakura, ¡Salud! in Los Angeles.
How Alice compares in South Philly
Alice is the flexible choice in this group: easier to plan around than Mawn, less single-purpose than Angelo's Pizzeria South Philly, and less tradition-coded than Ralph's Italian Restaurant or Dante & Luigi's. Book Alice when the group wants dinner without making the cuisine category the whole point.
For stronger food identity, Mawn is the sharper pick, especially for diners specifically looking for Cambodian and Pan-Asian cooking. For lower-commitment value, Angelo's Pizzeria South Philly is the easier call if pizza is enough for the occasion. For old-school Italian energy, Ralph's Italian Restaurant and Dante & Luigi's give the meal a clearer lane.
Fiorella Philadelphia is the better comparison if the group wants a more defined pasta-led dinner, while Alice is more useful when the priority is availability and a less scripted night. For diners building a wider city shortlist, compare it with 13, 637 Philly Sushi Club, 726 N 24th St, 9 Prime (Steakhouse), and A Fine Line Screening + Brunch & Bubbles Reception.
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