Suraya

In a simple sentence, it's an absolutely amazing restaurant with an open airy atmosphere that lets you view an open kitchen. In a longer way of explaining it.... The environment and service at Suraya is one of the best experiences you'll get, short of going for some Michelin stars or having a team of people that'll feed you food. The area at the front of house is a cute bakery with some seasoning/spices that you can also purchase. The waiters/waitresses are extremely welcoming as you make your way to the front and they are very communicative with how long it'll be for your table, what the restaurant experience will be like, and what to expect. As you make your way to the table(reservations are recommended), you'll pass by or see an open kitchen where you can view the entire kitchen operation from meats, vegetables, garnish, pita station, and finally the pass. The way the kitchen operates is a sight to behold and the mark of a well run kitchen. After the experience of the kitchen and presumably you order the food(it's a restaurant what else are you doing here?) and it arrives. Every single course from appetizers to the main course has complex layers of flavoring and a very interesting take on the use of ingredients. Anyways I'm just going to let the food pictures speak for themselves since words wouldn't be that great at describing. Order what you desire because all the choices are great.

Came here with my girlfriend for our 2 year anniversary and was not disappointed at all. It was not only great food but a great experience. We sat at the chefs counter and enjoyed ourselves watching the pita guy at work. The food is beautifully balanced flavor wise. I would certainly come back.

Loved everything about our experience. Food was excellent (the crispy skin on the branzino 👌🏼) and the ambience, absolutely perfect. Don’t think you can go wrong with anything you order. We didn’t sit outside (too hot) but will definitely need to come back to enjoy the garden space. It’s beautiful and spacious. Even if you don’t have dinner outside, you can grab a cocktail outside and enjoy the space. Our server, Tara, was absolutely wonderful as well! Kudos to the hiring manager. Everyone we encountered was really nice which always adds to the experience. —— Went back the next morning for a rose pistachio cruller. So good! Soft and airy

Went here for a birthday dinner with my family and had the most wonderful experience!! We were able to eat in the garden which is so beautiful and our server Evan was soooo knowledgeable and made the best recommendations for my parents meals! His service was great our waters were never empty and he was super attentive. This food is unlike anything I've eaten before in the best way possible I will be dreaming about this meal forever. Everything from the drinks to dessert to decor was done perfectly and I cannot recommend Suraya enough.

This is not just a restaurant, it is an incredible experience. Saturday night chef’s tasting menu, in the garden, under a full moon fall Philadelphia sky. We didn’t have a waitress we had a staff. All friendly and committed to our experience. The food was fresh, flavorful, and full of surprise. My wife and college freshmen son smiled the whole meal as we tried one dish after the other. Can’t wait for our next visit!