As soon as I walked into Phillies Pub, I felt like I was back on the American east coast. Between the hockey highlights playing in the background and the jersey-clad staff, I immediately liked the place – I would have preferred a Bruins jersey, though I suppose the Flyers are a more appropriate choice for a place called Phillies. All hockey aside, the small pub is an obvious neighborhood favorite, and the welcoming atmosphere is filled with the smell of bacon and the banter of regulars.
You can get your eggs Benedict three ways – with standard breakfast bacon, real Canadian back bacon, or salmon. The Hollandaise was thick and tasty and the eggs were poached sous-vide, ensuring each egg was perfection. The flavor of the runny yolk on the slab of Canadian bacon and toasted English muffin was close to flawless. The salad was a nice addition to the plate – dark greens topped with red onions, walnuts and pomegranate seeds.
The peach Bellini I ordered was fruity and generous. Those and the Mimosas were very popular with the brunch crowd. In addition to the sparkling beverages, Phillies also offers two varieties of bloody Mary and, of course, beer.
White ladies be loving their pumpkin
The pumpkin waffle was stellar. It was light and almost yummy enough to eat on its own. The amaretto whipped cream was fresh and sweet, and along with the walnuts, the whole thing made me feel like they had somehow transformed a pie into a waffle. I mean that in the most complimentary way possible – if pie were a person, I would marry it. It was delicious.
Phillies is a comfortable pub and a surprisingly good brunch spot. They may just serve the best waffle in Seoul, and while the brunch menu looks short, the food is delicious and fresh. Next time you’re craving breakfast and American sports highlights, you know where to go.
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