Olly
DAY 1: 6-Course Contemporary American Dinner Series
Chef Chris D’Ambro has been building up quite the restaurant empire in Philly, with the popular Southwark (site of a favorite TC event) and Ambra. As of April of this year, he has added Olly to his résumé, which both Eater and The Infatuation immediately placed on their list of Philadelphia’s best new restaurants. Located on the corner of 5th and Bainbridge in Queens Village, Olly plays like your favorite neighborhood hangout…albeit with really great food. In this inviting space—think modern farmhouse, light and airy—you will find old favorites, like smacking good fried chicken and lasagna, and if you’re a vegetable lover, you’ll appreciate the kitchen’s emphasis on things green, from baby artichokes to Swiss chard pie to fresh green favas. We will be taking over Olly’s for this event, and Chef D’Ambro will be on hand to answer your questions, share his culinary passions, and fill you in on the agonies and ecstasies of owning and running a restaurant.
About the Host:
Chris D'Ambro
Executive Chef & Co-Owner
After graduating from the Culinary Institute of America, Chef D'Ambro first cooked in Wilmington, DE, and then moved to Philly to serve as Sous Chef at Talula's Garden and later Executive Chef at Talula's Table. He then jumped at the opportunity to relocate to San Jose del Cabo, Mexico, and serve as Executive Chef at the renowned Flora's Field Kitchen, before returlning to Philly to open his own sister restaurants: Southwark and Ambra.
The Lineup
All savory courses will be served family-style. Dessert will be portioned individually.
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Hush Puppies
with corn and shrimp aioli
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Charred Pole Beans
with pecorino cheese and black pepper vinaigrette
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Broccoli Caesar Salad
with smoked chicken, romaine lettuce, and preserved lemon
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Blue Bay Mussels
with herb and buttermilk broth
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Lamb Meatballs
with tomato babaganoush, arugula, and crispy chickpeas
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Carrot Cake
with whipped cream cheese
Olly
700 S 5th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Event FAQs
- Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
- No tickets are needed.
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to [email protected].
- What does the ticket price cover?
- The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
- Can I bring guests/non-members to this event?
- Yep! For this event, guest tickets are $75 + tax & tip, and you can bring up to 3 guests. Please note, guests are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a member.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event the chef will provide substitutions for critical food allergies/dietary restrictions but will not make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at [email protected] after you purchase tickets to let us know.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
