Twenty Manning

Twenty Manning is the creation of Audrey Claire, a well loved restaurateur in Philadelphia. Unfortunately, despite the many great reviews it received since its inception, Twenty Manning is far from being one of the best restaurants in the area. While it has taken on an Asian Fusion theme, the many dishes on the menu lack both creativity and taste. On the whole, dishes are bland and colorless. The only positive note is the service where the waiters are friendly and attentive. more

The restaurant itself looks fine, very trendy and modern. Lots of glass, chrome, and black leather. The windows open out to the sidewalk, which is very nice during the summer. There is outdoor seating, and they have heat lamps out there when it gets chilly. Service is generally prompt and polite. Crowd is trendy Rittenhouse, both young and old. The food is what makes this place only "good." The menu is very intriguing and seems to offer many nice possibilities, but ends up disappointing. The duck was chewy, the beef noodles only average, other dishes failed to inspire. Corresponding prices were just not worth it. I hear they have great drinks (we just had beer and wine, which were fine) at the bar. I'd stick to this place for appetizers (which were generally good), drinks, and a lively atmosphere. more