Local eatery Emmett Makes National List as 'Philly Flavor of Now'
The Esquire magazine's annual list of best new dining spots in the country has named a Philadelphia restaurant to its prestigious roster. Emmett, a Levantine eatery that opened its doors in Olde Kensington earlier this year, took the top spot among a field of 33 exceptional establishments nationwide.
Pennsylvania's only entrant on the coveted list was widely praised by Esquire for its unique blend of flavors and atmosphere, with the publication hailing it as "the Philly flavor of now." The restaurant's rye tartlet with Wagyu tartare, sesame madeleines, charred corn agnolotti, and other inventive dishes stood out to the judging panel.
Chef Evan Snyder, co-owner of Emmett, has brought his expertise in crafting modern Levantine cuisine to the city. According to Joshua David Stein's review, Snyder's dedication to traditional techniques and ingredients results in a truly exceptional dining experience. A standout dish was mentioned: a mouthwatering duck breast paired with date malfouf.
When asked about the honor, Emmett's managing partner Julian van der Tak expressed his team's gratitude for the recognition, citing their tireless commitment to delivering an unforgettable dining experience to every guest. The restaurant's 1,600-square-foot space features 36 tables and a small bar, with a menu that rotates through the cuisines of several Mediterranean countries.
Emmett marks the culmination of hard work by Snyder, who joined the team after serving as executive chef at Redcrest Kitchen in Queen Village, and van der Tak, a seasoned culinary professional who has worked alongside acclaimed chefs such as Michael Schulson and Stephen Starr.
The Esquire magazine's annual list of best new dining spots in the country has named a Philadelphia restaurant to its prestigious roster. Emmett, a Levantine eatery that opened its doors in Olde Kensington earlier this year, took the top spot among a field of 33 exceptional establishments nationwide.
Pennsylvania's only entrant on the coveted list was widely praised by Esquire for its unique blend of flavors and atmosphere, with the publication hailing it as "the Philly flavor of now." The restaurant's rye tartlet with Wagyu tartare, sesame madeleines, charred corn agnolotti, and other inventive dishes stood out to the judging panel.
Chef Evan Snyder, co-owner of Emmett, has brought his expertise in crafting modern Levantine cuisine to the city. According to Joshua David Stein's review, Snyder's dedication to traditional techniques and ingredients results in a truly exceptional dining experience. A standout dish was mentioned: a mouthwatering duck breast paired with date malfouf.
When asked about the honor, Emmett's managing partner Julian van der Tak expressed his team's gratitude for the recognition, citing their tireless commitment to delivering an unforgettable dining experience to every guest. The restaurant's 1,600-square-foot space features 36 tables and a small bar, with a menu that rotates through the cuisines of several Mediterranean countries.
Emmett marks the culmination of hard work by Snyder, who joined the team after serving as executive chef at Redcrest Kitchen in Queen Village, and van der Tak, a seasoned culinary professional who has worked alongside acclaimed chefs such as Michael Schulson and Stephen Starr.
I mean, can you believe it? Philly finally gets its due on the national stage with Emmett making the cut! It's like, I've been saying for ages that our city is all about the food scene. This Levantine eatery totally nails it – I'm talking flavors, atmosphere, the whole vibe. The rye tartlet with Wagyu tartare? Mind. Blown. 
And don't even get me started on that duck breast paired with date malfouf... talk about a taste sensation! It's amazing to see Chef Evan Snyder bringing his expertise and passion for traditional techniques to the table (pun intended). 
Emmett is definitely worth checking out, especially if you're a foodie like me. I'll be hitting it up ASAP to try all those dishes for myself! 
. don't get me wrong, the food sounds amazing and all that, but is it really "the flavor of now"? or is it just a fad? i mean, have we seen this type of fusion cuisine before? it feels like every new restaurant is trying to be the next big thing with some fancy middle eastern-inspired menu 
. personally, i'm not sold on the rye tartlet with wagyu tartare... sounds like something you'd find in any trendy restaurant 
. that being said, kudos to chef snyder and julian van der tak for their hard work and dedication 
. but let's keep an eye out for this trend to see if it really lasts 
! chef evan snyder's got skills, i can tell. i've been to redcrest kitchen before and its always on point. it's awesome to see him bring his expertise to emmett. julian van der tak must be doing somethin' right too, managing partner and all that 
. gotta try this place out ASAP!
been meaning to try this levantine eatery in olde kensington looks super promising, especially the rye tartlet with wagyu tartare is on my radar now 
might be worth the hype tho heard great things from friends and fellow foodies 
it's like a party in your mouth! 
. What's crazy is that this restaurant is still pretty new, but it already feels like a staple in the city... here's to many more nights out at Emmett 
. Seriously though, Evan Snyder's modern take on traditional dishes is really impressive, and that duck breast paired with date malfouf sounds divine! 36 tables in a 1,600 sq ft space seems cozy to me, but I guess that's what makes the food all the more special. Kudos to Julian van der Tak for keeping it real and committed to delivering an unforgettable experience 
. i've been dying to try their charred corn agnolotti... need to get on that ASAP 
, but I guess that rye tartlet with Wagyu tartare was pretty fire 
️. Chef Evan Snyder's dedication to traditional techniques is awesome 
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. That rye tartlet with Wagyu tartare sounds like an absolute game-changer 
. Congrats to Emmett and their team, you guys deserve all the accolades 
van der tak's all about the team effort too, i love how humble he stays despite the accolades 
. It's great to see local talent like Chef Evan Snyder and Julian van der Tak making waves in the culinary scene. Philly's flavor of now, indeed! 
If you haven't been to Emmett yet, what are you even doing with your life?
and that rye tartlet with Wagyu tartare sounds like a game-changer. Chef Evan Snyder's dedication to traditional techniques and ingredients really shines through, don't you think? 