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Monday 5pm - 8:45pm Tuesday 5pm - 8:45pm Wednesday 5pm - 8:45pm Thursday 5pm - 8:45pm Friday 5pm - 8:45pm Saturday 5pm - 8:45pm Sunday 5pm - 8:45pm

Vetri Cucina

𝑇𝑤𝑜 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑎 ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑓 𝑑𝑒𝑐𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑠 𝑜𝑓 𝐼𝑡𝑎𝑙𝑖𝑎𝑛 𝑐𝑢𝑖𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝑏𝑦 𝑀𝑎𝑟𝑐 𝑉𝑒𝑡𝑟𝑖 Together they opened the doors in September 1998.
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Vetri has the longstanding reputation as being one of the most respected and influential Italian restaurants in the country. After years of working in some the finest kitchens in Italy and the U.S., Chef Marc Vetri returned home to his native Philadelphia, took over the intimate, jewel box townhouse that was once home to the lauded Le Bec Fin. In the early days, the kitchen staff consisted of just

Marc and one other cook with his business partner, sommelier Jeff Benjamin manning the front of the house. It proved to be a stunning debut, as Vetri—with its outstanding rustic fare, handcrafted pastas, innovative flavor combinations and artful presentations—gained a fast following amongst diners, critics and fellow chefs alike. Within two years of opening, Vetri received the Philadelphia Inquirer's highest restaurant rating, and Chef Vetri was named one of Food & Wine magazine’s “Ten Best New Chefs.” In 2005, he won the James Beard Award for "Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic.” Chef Vetri and Benjamin have gone on to open other celebrated, popular restaurants—Osteria (2007), Amis (2010), Alla Spina (2012), Pizzeria Vetri (2013) and Osteria Moorestown (2013)—however, Vetri will forever remain their flagship. Originally opened and operated with a more traditional a la carte menu, Vetri moved to a tasting menu-only format to fully showcase the constantly evolving, dynamic creativity of Chef Vetri and his kitchen staff, and their desire to offer an unparalleled dining experience. Upon arriving at their table, guests are treated as they would be in Italy and are eased into dinner with a selection of stuzzichini (hors d’oeuvres). With palates and stomachs primed, menus arrive—Di Pesce (fish), Di Verdure (vegetable), Di Terra (from the earth) and Dolce (dessert)—allowing for both the perusal of the season’s best offerings, and a conversation between guests and the restaurant’s staff to shape the meal. From there, the kitchen goes to work crafting personalized six-course tastings. Though the menus frequently change, reflecting the finest of what’s available at the market, guests can still find longtime Vetri signature dishes such as Spinach Gnocchi with Brown Butter; Sweet Onion Crepe with White Truffle, and Baby Goat with Freshly Stone-Milled Polenta. As Vetri’s dinner menu has evolved over the years, so too has its complementary beverage program. When the restaurant first opened, Benjamin had curated a 70-bottle Italian wine list. Today the wine cellar, which has been carefully expanded over time, boasts 2,500 bottles. Still Italian focused—including wines from almost every region in Italy, a rare offering in the U.S.—the wine list now features 500 varietals encompassing both the Old and New World, along with a profound vertical selection of many vintages that can span a decade or more. Additionally, Vetri was one of the first fine-dining restaurants in the country to embrace craft and artisanal beers, and since 2002 it has offered guests the opportunity to do a full or partial beer pairing with dinner. Vetri seats 30, making for an even more intimate feel while also allowing guests ample room to enjoy their dinner. The highlight of the dining room are two elegant hand-blown Murano glass chandeliers Chef Vetri had custom made by the famed artisans at the Formia glass factory in Venice, Italy. In the spring of 2014, Vetri expands upstairs with the opening of its first-ever private dining room. This new space will allow for the hosting of events of all kinds and feature Vetri’s award-winning food and beverage menus. It will also house the brand-new Vetri Family test kitchen, giving the company’s chefs a place to develop new ideas and dishes. The Vetri team is frequently traveling, exploring, tinkering and always striving for continued excellence. This intense effort and great care translates to the table where guests are delivered more appealing experiences and offered many preparations, ingredients, products and flavors they would not normally find elsewhere.

06/01/2026

We’ll never stop loving these two 😍
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Classic Split - Spinach Gnocchi with Ricotta Salata and Brown Butter | Almond Tortellini with Truffle and Parmesan
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05/28/2026

Congratulations to our very own 🏆
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Alexis is the World Class US 2026 Bartender of the Year! We want to shout it from the rooftops because we couldn’t be prouder. We’re so lucky you’re a part of our team. Now… let’s celebrate!
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05/25/2026

Private Events at Vetri Cucina 🧡
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Weddings, corporate dinners, birthday celebrations, and more are celebrated at Vetri Cucina. We have private, semi-private, and full restaurant options. Whatever the occasion, we can make your culinary dreams a reality. Experience first class hospitality and detailed ex*****on for your next celebration or gathering.
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Email [email protected] to inquire or call us directly at 215-732-3478 💫
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05/22/2026

simply beautiful 😍
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Artichoke Crostata with Pecorino Fonduta
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05/18/2026

This trout entree deserves its moment 🌟
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Roasted Trout with Green Almond Cetarese and Buttermilk Ramp Foam
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05/15/2026

PLANETA WINE DINNER 🍷🍽️
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Join us on June 11th for an unforgettable evening as we host the iconic at Vetri Cucina. Special guest (Patricia Tóth) will be in house sharing her knowledge of Sicily and the beautiful wines of the island. Our team of chefs have created a Sicilian inspired menu to complement the rich wines of Planeta, and each guest will go home with a bottle of olive oil from the winery.
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Seating is limited! Head to the link in our bio to reserve your spot! 🏃‍♂️‍➡️
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05/13/2026

Scrampzzz 🦐
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Corzetti with Shrimp, Ramps, and Chili | Only available on our seasonal forchetta menu
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05/11/2026

Strawberry Mousse Cake with Blonde Chocolate and Almond Streusel 🍓
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Cake smash inspired by the talented and delicious
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05/08/2026

You had me at jammy egg 😍
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iwashi sardine with jammy egg, bottarga, and spring lettuces
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05/06/2026

Patience. Love. Craft.
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Spring Pea Agnolotti with Baccala Crema
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05/04/2026

This new Forchetta entree has EVERYTHING
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Lancaster Golden Chicken with Seared Foie Gras and Morel Mushrooms 🍄‍🟫
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05/01/2026

The Pasta Class with Marc Vetri | May 13th
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Learn the tricks of the trade by the master of pasta himself at the Vetri Cucina chefs counter. This class is the same as our Mastering Pasta classes, but we’re featuring recipes from Marc’s latest cookbook, The Pasta Book. You’ll learn the techniques behind crafting fresh, authentic Italian pasta—from mixing and rolling dough to shaping and cooking it to perfection. Then, you’ll get to eat the beautiful pastas being made in front of you.
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Click the link in our bio to reserve your seat. Limited seating available!
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04/29/2026

In we trust 🙌
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We still have a few seats available for our wine dinner on May 21st! Special guest will be in house talking all things Gini, wine making, Soave, Amarone, and more. The chefs have whipped up a regionally inspired multi-course meal to pair perfectly with these special wines.
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Head to the link in our bio to grab the last seats!
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04/27/2026

Who can resist a savory cannoli?
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Lamb Carne Crudo Cannoli - only available on the seasonal Forchetta menu
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04/24/2026

The petit fours have a new home ✨
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Featuring - tiramisu bonbons, cuccidati, blonde chocolate fudge, passion fruit pate de fruit, and coconut rum truffles
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04/17/2026

rhubarb szn 💅
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Bluefin Tuna Crudo with Rhubarb and Basil
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04/15/2026

We love a saucing moment *swooooon*
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Linguine with Watercress Basil Pesto and Mussels feat. the hands and skills of
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04/13/2026

Foradori Wine Dinner with special guest Elisabetta Foradori | May 12th | 6PM
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For one night, Elisabetta will join guests in the dining room at Vetri Cucina to share stories from the vineyards and guide a selection of her estate’s wines. This intimate dinner offers a rare opportunity to experience the philosophy, passion, and artistry behind one of Italy’s most respected estates—an evening of extraordinary food, expressive wines, and conversation with the winemaker herself. $395pp includes multi-course meal, wine pairing, and gratuity
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There’s only a handful of seats left. Head to the link in our bio to reserve!
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04/10/2026

Sound on to hear the sweet sweet crunch of our new spring dessert 📣
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Rhubarb Pavlova with Coconut Rice Pudding and Pink Peppercorn
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04/08/2026

Ricotta Cavatelli with Chicken Ragu
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working the pans and angles 😏
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04/04/2026

We don’t waste any green garlic butter in this house.
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Peconic Escargot, Green Garlic Butter, and Grilled Ciabatta 🐌
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04/01/2026

WINEMAKER DINNER SERIES 🥂
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Join us next month as we welcome 3 different winemakers to Vetri Cucina. Each winery brings a unique perspective, and you’ll get to learn, sip, and savor with the experts. Each dinner will include a multi-course meal cooked by our team of chefs. will curate the perfect pairing, as always. We hope you can join us for this exciting and fun series. We’re certainly excited to welcome our guests and celebrate these special wineries.
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Seating is limited! Click the link in our bio to reserve your spot! Cin cin!
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03/30/2026

Spring 🤝 Morels
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Hot off the press - Pappardelle with Morel Mushroom Ragu
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Address

1312 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA
19107

Opening Hours

Monday	5pm - 8:45pm
Tuesday	5pm - 8:45pm
Wednesday	5pm - 8:45pm
Thursday	5pm - 8:45pm
Friday	5pm - 8:45pm
Saturday	5pm - 8:45pm
Sunday	5pm - 8:45pm

Website

https://linktr.ee/VetriCucina

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