On my trip to Philadelphia, I had a few precious hours on Sunday afternoon in which to soak up as much of the local culture as possible. After a mad dash to the Historic District to visit Independence Hall and see the Liberty Bell, I made my way to South Street. South Street is an eclectic, bohemian neighborhood which has managed to maintain a historic look through years of gentrification. Some of the building facades with their stripped paint have a decaying quality while brand new structures like the Whole Foods grocery store serve as a focal point for the funky blend of South Street residents.
As I meandered my way past tiled mosaic exteriors, bars and boutiques, I almost walked past Supper. I had not eaten except for an apple at the airport so I was famished. I took a quick glance at the menu posted on the window and instantly knew I had come to the right place. Supper is a chef-owned restaurant that “serves seasonal farm-direct American cuisine.” Through a partnership with Blue Elephant Farm, a privately owned organic farm, they cook with and serve fresh produce grown exclusively for them.
Providence was with me because it happened to be Restaurant Week and Supper was serving a four-course meal for $35.
The Beverage
River Horse Double Wit, a Belgian style wheat brew with orange peel, lemon peel and coriander. Brewed in Pennsylvania.
The Hors d’oeuvre
Sriracha deviled eggs, freshly-baked rosemary bread and sweet cream butter.
First Course
BE Farm greens and herbs salad with ben’s apples, smoked chicken cracklins, cornbread croutons and buttermilk dressing.
Entree
BE Farms farro risotto with butternut squash, caramelized apple and mint.
Dessert
Butterscotch bread pudding with poached pears and spiced whipped cream.
Location
Supper is located at 926 South Street, Philadelphia, PA, in the South Street Headhouse District.
Agujas 
Looks delicious! As always, your photos are beautiful!
Thanks. It was an excellent meal. I got lucky.
It does look delicious! My dinner will pale in comparison. I’m glad that you are enjoying yourself.
Thanks!
You’ve made hungry – I’ll never get to sleep! I love risotto and the bread pudding sounds wonderful! Looks like you had an amazing meal! Abigail x
It was wonderful. Must go back some day.
Lovely meal … and really *excellent* photography!
It was a wonderful meal. Thank you.
Okay, really. Business or not. I wanna go. 🙂
LOL! We need to make plans to meet somewhere!!
Oh wow and I was passing through Philly on my way back to England (Thursday)and with a bit more time I could have eaten here instead of the Marriott. Have made note to self on the subject!
Good! I mentioned the place to a Philadelphia local and they were quite impressed with the find. They said it was one of their favorite local places.
Your culinary adventure in Philly was much better than mine. I was in and out for a conference, and I think the culinary height was the falafal sandwich I bought from a street vendor as I was flagging down a cab. 🙂
Well, let me tell you, I’ve had some great street food in my day!