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Horizons 
 based on 27 member reviews
611 S 7th Street, Philadelphia Pennsylvania
19147
215-923-6117
Type: Vegan, International, South American, Beer/Wine, Take-out
Info: Vegan restaurant in Philadephia offering changing seasonal menu. Reservations suggested for the main dining room on the second floor. More casual seating is available for walk-ins in the lounge on the first floor and at the wine bar. Open Tue-Sat from 6pm. Accepts credit cards. Price: Expensive.
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Posted on: Thursday, November 12, 2009 |
Review: I love Horizons! The food is wonderful, & it is ALL vegan. It is expensive, but is a good place to go to for a treat.
Pros: All vegan food * good service *
Cons: expensive * * |
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| "Amazing meal"
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Posted on: Saturday, August 29, 2009 |
Review: Loved our meal. A true chef at the helm. Far exceeded my expectations. We savored every bite. Spendy, but well worth it. They wouldn't let us bring in our outside drinks from the cafe who recommended us. Otherwise, great service.
Pros: all fresh * absolutely vegan *
Cons: Spendy * wouldn't let us bring in drinks * |
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• Went directly to Horizons upon arriving in Philadelphia. Bought the cookbook. Another splendid meal.. response by WriterGirl
• Even lesser places don't let you bring in outside food or drink from outside. Horizons is among the very best in country and its crazy of you to think it'd be ok otherwise. Guess you can take the girl out of Corvallis but no the Corvallis out of the girl.... response by kindlizard
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| "a must-visit for anyone in the area"
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Posted on: Sunday, August 16, 2009 |
Review: LOVE this place. Finally a taste of fine-dining menu items without all the horror of meat. EVERYTHING is vegan!!!
I brought non-vegan family along, and they found things they liked.
Decor was pleasant. Staff was helpful, though a bit slower service last time I was in. Location is convenient, walking distance from all the action of South Street. Menu was very extensive. Wait staff VERY understanding of vegan diners -- what a nice change from other restaurants! :-)
The killer is the price. The four of us had lunch dishes and I think an appetizer or two and it was over $150. While I understand they're catering to a specialty audience and have the higher overhead of being in Philly, their prices are out of line with similar [non-vegan] restaurants in the area. We were joking that I guess only the very rich can afford to be vegans in Philly.
It is not huge, so be sure to get reservations if you're coming at peak dining times.
They did have limited outdoor seating last time I was there.
It is a must-see. I'd visit more than 1-2x a year, if they offered more affordable options.
Does not have its own parking lot, but there are lots within walking distance. Tip: if you don't mind walking a few blocks, there is a wonderful Whole Foods Market on South Street nearby.
Pros: VEGAN! * complex wonderful dishes * always tasty
Cons: price * no parking lot * |
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• I've never heard of a place in center city that has its own parking lot. I think that's an unreasonable expectation. I bet w those 2 apps ($20), plus 4 entrees ($80) there were likely a few high end cocktails or some desserts ($$). Don't go to a high end cafe order 4 or 5 courses and say its cost prohibitive. That is unfair. If you are on a budget, either order more modestly or don't go to a high end place to begin with. But ORGANIC food and drinks are more expensive and people who enjoy top of the line ingredients and cuisine enjoy it tremendously.. response by kindlizard
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| "Superb dining experience every time"
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Posted on: Tuesday, May 26, 2009 |
Review: This restaurant rates in my top 5 of all time. The food is delicious, the service is exceptional, and I have always been pleased with the meal, dessert, and beverage choices. If you travel to Philadelphia and are looking for a night out, include Horizons in your plans--you won't be disappointed.
Pros: excellent food * all vegan * lovely atmosphere
Cons: pricey * * |
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Posted on: Thursday, May 14, 2009 |
Review: food is decent (desserts were good), but portions are tiny and the price is massive.
after eating appetizer, entree, and dessert, i was still hungry. and $45 poorer. haha.
Pros: desserts * not meat *
Cons: price * portion size * |
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| "Too Yummy for Description!"
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Posted on: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 |
Review: Wow, finally, a really fine vegan restaurant for downtown Philadelphia. I've been there three times in one month, and will return often. I enjoyed the low lighting in there, so I could kiss my food before each bite, telling it, "thanks for being so yummy". OK, so my date was laughing his head off watching me do this. We shared the baked seitan and the lemon/peppered tofu. Yes, the prices are high, but if you cook, you can appreciate all the many flavors, sauces, crunchy/salty accompaniments that make each bite a savory trip to outer space. Very time-consuming and tedious to make fine vegan fare. I can appreciate all the work involved with the food. Even after dinner was over, burping it back up (I know, ick) was another taste treat. The smoky and chewy flavor of the seitan was marvelous. Even though I stopped eating meat 16 years ago, I still miss that chewy/smoky meat taste. A pan-fried portabello mushroom doesn't quite cut it. I also loved the blueberry cheesecake for dessert. Nice wait staff, you can tell they are proud of the food they bring out of the kitchen. Now if all meat-eaters could taste how good food is without the dead animal. I wish we had a Horizons out on the Main Line. You should call for reservations, as one time we didn't have one, and ended up eating at the bar, which was fine, but not as romantic. And I couldn't kiss my food as much.
Pros: yummiest food ever * baked seitan * blueberry cheesecake
Cons: hard to get a weekend reservation * hard to find street parking * |
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| "Amazing as always"
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Posted on: Wednesday, February 11, 2009 |
Review: I cajole everyone I know into going here, because so many people think vegan eating is joyless. At Horizons, it is an art and a celebration of life and peace and flavor and creativity. One example -- we ordered the Jamaican Jerk Seitan for an appetizer. My boyfriend took his first bite and looked at me incredulously with joy on his face, knowing it would blow my mind with flavor, and it did. I am crazy for mushrooms, and the dish that featured them prepared 4 different ways was heavenly. It even had a tiny shepherd's pie with mushrooms on the bottom. He had the Cauliflower Mac, which mimics the comfort of macaroni and cheese, a new dish for them. But when your partner is a vegetarian too, you can just switch plates the whole time. :-)
We really enjoyed tasting the wines by the glass, many organic, and our waiter made excellent recommendations. The staff is very well-trained and enthusiastic about the food. It makes me fantasize about working in a vegan eatery. As a coffee fanatic, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed the loose teas. The blueberry rooibos tasted so good that I am now after a teapot of my own. We have the Horizons cookbook and have made quite a few dishes. It is filled with good advice and cool stories of how Kate and Rich get their food ideas. I love that there is a vegan restaurant so good that people have to make reservations far in advance. Maybe someday people will go out for vegan like they do for sushi. I cannot believe people complain about the prices. They are right in line with other nice restaurants and probably lower, with all entrees under $20. Long live Horizons! Bravo Kate and Rich!
Pros: upscale atmosphere * unusual great wine * enthusiastic service
Cons: makes me intolerant of meat places * * |
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| "OMG!"
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Posted on: Wednesday, November 19, 2008 |
Review: I thought I had died and gone to vegan heaven. This was probably the best vegan food I've ever had! It cracked me up a bit that it was so swanky and that we had to make a reservation, but it was all so worth it, as was the cost which was about 20 dollars a plate. I would gladdly pay it again and again if I lived in the area. I ordered the seitan steak and it was unbelievable. It actually had a very steaky flavor to it which I hadn't tasted in a very long time. My boyfriend and I split an entree and an appetizer and it was enough food for the both of us, and made it a lot cheaper. I will definitely be back if I'm ever in the area.
Pros: Amazing Food! * Good Service *
Cons: Pricey, but worth it * * |
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| "Loved this place"
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Posted on: Monday, August 11, 2008 |
Review: We had two awesome meals here this past weekend. The service was excellent although the second night a little slow we think due to the influx of people all at once. The servers knew the menu and offered excellent suggestions. We loved the BBQ appetizer and the palm cakes. We also tried the Asian type brochette and the grilled seitan which were both excellent. We had desert both nights and loved the blueberry cheese cake. We also had the mojito perfecto which my husband liked alot - I am not too into the citrus tastes. The chef knows how to make a sauce and his dressings are superior. Although we are both vegan I would not hesitate to proudly bring a meat eater here.
Pros: atmosphere * food * bar
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| "Ditto! Horizons is THE BEST."
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Posted on: Monday, July 21, 2008 |
Review: I can't really add much more than all of the other glowing reviews. I have been to Horizons twice and each time it was an amazing experience. Yes, it is very expensive but oh my god it is totally worth every penny. The quality of ingredients, the presentation, the unique dishes that you cannot get anywhere else. Horizons is truly an original!
Don't come to Philly without going to Horizons!!!
Pros: delicious * high quality * attentive staff
Cons: none * * |
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| "A "stolen" Review of a wonderful restaurant ! ! !"
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Posted on: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 |
Review: This read so well that I could not resist stealing a section of it & posting it here.
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Vegetarian Food in Philadelphia at Horizons
By Judy Barr
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So just what is this vegan palace of delights? To begin with, it's on the shady side past South Street, up a flight of stairs in Ikea beige and bleached blonde floors and straight on to goodness. The reservation was discreetly checked, coats were collected, and the party allowed to slump into comfortably upholstered chairs in a room that could double as a yoga zone or casual modern art gallery. One face at the table beamed, wide eyes blinking, as if arriving at a sort of mecca. The staunch carnivore offered to gnaw my arm, proclaiming that "Meat is my Jesus!"
Horizons is like "Pimp My Haffner" gone decadent. For one thing, dining halls don't usually offer pomegranate sangria. It arrives on a tray, zesty from an orange garnish and sweet from the sliced fresh grapes mamboing among the ice cubes. I mean, I could feel the beneficial antioxidants tingling down to the tips of my toes within minutes of the first sip. Like the cuisine, the beverages—from wine by the glass to cocktails and even a cappuccino—are totally and completely vegan, no weird menu symbols needed.
Once appropriately watered, it's time for the viands—and oh, what a feast. Remember the carnivore? She almost licked the plate. One companion was fearful that perhaps "vegan" was a code word for healthy as in, lacking in the usual indulgences of processed carbohydrates. Right on cue, the cone of homemade warm focaccia, served with a dish of oil and freshly pressed herbs, arrived. Thick and chewy, the focaccia soaks up the flavors of the oil and works well as a foil to the fruity sangria and red wines. The Red Chili and Cauliflower soup was a luscious bowl with a velvety broth, fragrant with lemongrass and finishing with a hefty kick. Golden Beet Panzanella Salad is a riff on traditional Italian that roughly translates to "leftovers." This is not leftovers. This is cuisine. Croutons with that kind of crunch and savor wouldn't be hour-old in my house. Cucumbers and tomatoes are married with chunks of smoked tofu and croutons studded with crisp red onions and salty bursts of capers, topped with mandoline-fine sheets of golden beets and frisée and surrounded by basil oil and dots of balsamic vinegar.
Read the entire Review here - http://www.biconews.com/?p=6981
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| "The best meal I've ever had"
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Posted on: Monday, May 19, 2008 |
Review: In October of 2007 I ordered an entree and it came out with a skewer of what appeared to be steak. I had to ask my husband to test it for me. He spit it out and said "this is meat...WAITER!" "This IS a vegan restaurant, right???!!!"
We both had quite a laugh when we were told about how the "steak" is made from mushrooms, and upon re-tasting we both realized it was indeed mushroom! Everything was awsome, even dessert, and I highly reccommend the orange flavored tea, as it tastes just like orange soda!
The setting is formal and the service was immaculate. Our flight was delayed 6 hours and we were able to push back our reservations. When we arrived late at night, they gladly took us in. We wish there was a Horizons in every city. I have no reason to return to Philadelphia, but am considering flying up for special occassions just to eat there again. I will never forget that restaurant.
Pros: menu * hours * setting/service
Cons: price * * |
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| "Worth a drive from New York!"
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Posted on: Wednesday, March 05, 2008 |
Review: My friend who's a flight attendant was in Philadelphia till the next day and called to say, "Wanna come to Philly for a few hrs?" And what the hell we went. Of course once we got there what to do but eat! Had never even heard of Horizions before, just did some asking around. We had no reservations so we had to sit at the bar and that didn't even matter. The food was some of the best vegan food I have ever eaten and knowing the menu is 100% vegan made ordering all the more easier. Living in New York I am surrounded by great vegan options but I would take a road trip again just to go to Horizons. the bill was hefty but it was well worth it and I'd spend it again. Being at the bar didn't make the atmosphere any less initmate either. It was a great time.
Pros: amazing food * nice staff * great atmosphere
Cons: expensive- but worth it! * * |
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| "What else can I say?"
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Posted on: Sunday, January 13, 2008 |
Review: Everyone else has already said it. Horizons is amazing in every way. I do agree with what someone said about them removing the pecan/sage seitan dish from the menu. I liked that dish a lot as well.
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| "Fine food"
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Posted on: Wednesday, December 19, 2007 |
Review: While visiting Philadelphia for the marathon we made reservations at Horizons and we were not disappointed. The vegan food, service and atmosphere are all great. You need to eat here.
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| "mouth watering"
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Posted on: Sunday, December 16, 2007 |
Review: I've finally had the chance to check out Horizons after hearing so much about the place. It is EVERYTHING it's cracked up to be and more. There is nothing mediocre or ok. It is FABULOUS. It is expensive, but totally worth it. Probably the best restaurant I've ever eaten at. Hands down.
Pros: incredible food * friendly staff * small
Cons: expensive * * |
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Posted on: Friday, December 14, 2007 |
Review: i had the jamaican bbq seitan as an starter and the grilled seitan for an entree and all i can say is...
delicious!!!best food i had in years!!
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| "All Vegetarian Cuisine"
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Posted on: Wednesday, October 31, 2007 |
Review: The best vegetarian haute cuisine restaurant I've been to this far. This is a must when in Philadelphia. The seitan is mouth watering and stays with you in a delightful way, while the tempe will have you coming back for more.
Pros: Excellent Food * Good Value * Friendly Staff
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| "Horizons is the best!"
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Posted on: Sunday, October 28, 2007 |
Review: Horizons...where does one start? How about with the world incredible! I went here on my birthday and it was amazing; probably the best meal I have ever eaten, honest! The vegan creme brulee -is very, very good!
Pros: Great Atmosphere * Great Food * Friendly Staff
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| "Amazing and worth every penny!"
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Posted on: Friday, September 28, 2007 |
Review: I can't say enough wonderful things about this restaurant, and I wanted to write to say I think it's very fairly priced. Maybe other reviewers are used to eating cheap Chinese food and veggie cheesesteaks. But for the quality of ingredients and the labor-intensive menu they serve, I think it's a bargain. I dine out all over the city and the country. Most mainstream restaurants charge in the mid-to-upper 20's for really basic veg plates. Horizons serves some of the best vegan fare I've ever had. So I recommend you go, enjoy, and thank them for bringing some real sophistication to vegan cooking!
Pros: food * wine list * value
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| "Unbelievable"
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Posted on: Sunday, September 09, 2007 |
Review: Insanely good food. Very creative, very inspired dish-licking cuisine. This could well be the best veg rest in the country. Definitely top 5 in the US. Always a good time, great food, if not the best food, and an amazing culinary event. It broadens the mind to eat here and catch the inspiration of vegan cooking. Their cookbook is a great insight as well, but even if you match their recipes they hold back a tad, the difference is amazing. Their cafe rocks. The only thing, is the new place is more fancy than the juice bar, colorful, people-friendly cafe they had in the burbs. This place in the city is more black and white, alcohol bar than juice bar, than the original. However, set that aside and eat. When you go, order a lot, it is phenomenal. Quite the treat. The best of the best.
Pros: Inspired * Amazing food * varied veggies
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| "Worth the Money"
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Posted on: Tuesday, July 03, 2007 |
Review: Horizons features some of the best 'Home Made' vegan food around. I was rather upset when Down to Earth closed in Red Bank, NJ. If you like that place Horizons is worth the drive. The service was great, the sangria was quite tasty and the food was mouth watering! I am looking forward to my next visit. Don't forget to save room for desert.
Pros: atmosphere * clean * excellent food
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| "Neat recipes and pretty presentation"
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Posted on: Tuesday, June 26, 2007 |
Review: Our first time to Horizons was very nice. The recipes are definitely unique, with both veggie-based entrees and mock-meat based entrees. We got a beet salad as an appetizer that was delicious. I got a zingy tempeh dish that came with Sriracha "butter", and my b/f got a "chicken" and asparagus dish. Both were great. Our dessert was nice, as well. They have a few nice beers available, too. Horizons is a bit pricey, but it is definitely a nice place for a date or special occasion.
Pros: Food is unique and good * Quaint interior * Not just mock meats
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• Actually Sife, if you have their cookbook and often times on their menu, they have referenced a dish as a "xyz" dish. "Wings" for example, are there as id Seitan Beef stew, so your harping on w-t-f-f is way off. Their menu is online if you need more info, and their book is citable if you want page numbers.. response by kindlizard
• Incorrect. Horizons does not have, or even allude to, anything on their menu include "chicken" or being "faux chicken". response by sifelaver
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| "Amazing food, but a little pricey"
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Posted on: Tuesday, May 08, 2007 |
Review: We just ate here Friday and are planning on going back this Thursday and again Saturday! The food is truly incredible, some of the best I have had.
The décor is simple but elegant. The wait staff is great and service was impeccable. I was so excited when I saw the menu, I usually have to pick the ONE thing I can eat when I go out to a restaurant. Here I could pick from the whole menu!! My only complaint is the price. Don't get me wrong, the food, ambiance, and service is well worth it. But being just about the only good vegetarian option in the city outside Chinatown (how much Chinese food can you eat?) it is a little expensive to go frequently. There is a less expensive Tapas menu but it is limited. Still, this is my favorite place in the city, bar none.
Pros: fantastic food * large portions * great variety
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| "Spectacular gourmet vegan"
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Posted on: Monday, May 07, 2007 |
Review: Some of the best vegan food I've ever had in any part of the US. Everything was artfully prepared and presented with top-quality service. The golden beet tapas were succulent and its accompanying edamame puree just amazed me. The portobella carpaccio was delicate and tender. The Bourbon BBQ tempeh was filling and tasty, but I found that the Pacific Rim Tofu was tastier and had better side dishes (ponzu brocolini, edamame mash). For dessert, make sure to try their cheesecake or their chocolate peanut butter ice cream brownie, both of which were top-notch. Prices are high, but the quality of the food is five-star gourmet.
Pros: Gourmet taste * Fresh, unusual, original * Excellent service
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Posted on: Thursday, April 26, 2007 |
Review: horizon's is simply amazing. i feel bad for anyone who has had a bad experience there. there are two floors; upstairs is fine dining and downstairs is more casual with a bar and lounge. i love the downstairs. you don't need a reservation downstairs (even on the weekend) and i'm more into the casual dining experience anyway. also, new for the spring: tuesday through thursday downstairs they have happy hour drink specials and $9 sandwiches. currently i think they have a reuben, french dip (amazing), chipotle burrito (very spicy, even for spicy-lovers) and some kind of carribean bbq sandwich (OK, but not as good of a sauce as the appetizer). YUM. my only gripe is that they took the pecan & sage baked seitan off the menu because of a comment in the inky by craig laban. i loved that dish.
Pros: unique dining experience * 100% vegan * magical
Cons: not cheap, but worth it * * |
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| "New favorite Restaurant!"
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Posted on: Saturday, March 10, 2007 |
Review: I dined here last night with my meat eating parents. The food, atmosphere and service were all incredible! If your vegetarian or vegan, if you live in Philadelphia or are here on business... Horizons is a must!
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Posted on: Thursday, January 25, 2007 |
Review: I've eaten in vegan restaurants all over the country, and live in Manhattan, and I'm totally convinced that Horizons is the best out there. I've been a supporter since they opened in Philly and the Pacific Rim tofu is tempting every time. They serioulsy make the best tofu dishes, I don't know how they do it. I love this place and it's really hard not to go when I'm in town. the service just keeps geting better and better, but perhaps that's because they know me now!
Pros: great tofu * great food * organic/vegan wine list!!
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