What is your address/exact location? Our address is 627 S. 3rd Street, located on the NE corner of 3rd & Bainbridge, one block south of South Street. Do you take Reservations? We accept reservations up to two months in advance. You can make them by phone or online by clicking here. PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS VIA EMAIL though you can contact us that way regarding banquets or private events. What are your Hours? We serve dinner seven nights a week starting at 5:30pm. We seat the dining room until 10pm Monday through Thursday; until 12am Friday and Saturday; and until 9pm on Sunday. We offer a late night menu at the bar six nights a week, 10pm to 1am, Monday through Saturday. Who is the Chef? David Ansill is the owner and Executive Chef of both Ansill Food + Wine and Pif restaurants. He started out as a bartender during the 70s Philadelphia Restaurant Renaissance, though after years behind the bar David grew tired and wanted a long-term career. The restaurant industry was the only business he really knew so his father offered to send him to culinary school and it was there that he found his niche. Ansill trained at The Restaurant School and spent the following 14 years perfecting his dishes and honing his skills in Miami Beach and at renowned Philadelphia eateries such as the Rittenhouse Hotel, Café Nola, Cobblefish, Lucy's Hat Shop, Continental and Judy's Café. Ansill opened Pif, a French BYOB in South Philly in August of 2001. Pif received rave reviews and was awarded Best of Philly in 2002 and 2005. In February 2006, David opened the doors to Ansill Food + Wine, named in honor of his father, Leonard. What type of food do you serve? Ansill's menu offers delicious and inventive Euro-influenced dishes in a fun and casual atmosphere. An evening at Ansill is like stumbling upon a little European gem. The flavors of Ansill's food will surprise and delight you! Do you have Vegetarian/Vegan dishes? We do have vegetarian dishes on our menu. In addition, we can typically accommodate some vegan requests as well. We do try our best to accommodate all requests. Do you serve Lunch/Brunch? We do not currently serve lunch or brunch. Do you serve foie gras? No. Do you have a Bar? We do offer a full service bar, with an emphasis on wine and beer. Are you a BYOB? We are not a BYOB per se, however, we do allow guests to bring their own bottles - with a $15 corkage fee per bottle. We also waive all corkage fees every Tuesday night. Can you give me Directions? SEE DIRECTIONS PAGE Do you have (valet) parking? We do not offer valet parking. The options for parking include either street parking in the neighborhood or one of two nearby pay lots. The pay parking lots are located at: 1) the south side of 3rd & Bainbridge - accessed from either 3rd St. or Bainbridge 2) on 3rd Street, just north of South Street. Do you accept Credit Cards? We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Do you accept Personal Checks? Unfortunately, we do not accept personal checks. Do you sell Gift Certificates? We do sell Gift Certificates, in whatever amount you desire. Do you have a non-smoking section? The entire bar and restaurant is non-smoking. What are your Price Ranges (Check Average)? Our price ranges on items are from $4-17. Another estimate is our Check Average, which typically is $35-$45 per person. Do you seat Large Parties? We do our best to accommodate parties of all sizes. In general, our ability to do so will be dictated by the circumstances on any given night. Groups of 6 or less are typically not a problem, however, groups of 7 or more may be limited by availability. Do you take Private Parties? Any private party requests would need to be discussed with the manager. However, we do not have facilities for groups primarily interested in private meetings and presentations. Are you Wheelchair Accessible? Unfortunately, we are not wheel chair accessible. We have four steps leading up to the entrance. In addition, our restrooms are small and are not handicap accessible. However, we are always happy to lend a helping hand. What does "Ansill" mean? Ansill is the last name of the owner and Executive Chef - David Ansill, who actually choose the name in honor of his father, who has been very supportive of his career. Who is David Ansill? David Ansill is the owner and Executive Chef of both Ansill and Pif Bistro Francais located at 1009 S. 8th Street over by the Italian Market. Where is David Ansill from? David is from Cheltenham/Elkins Park area of Philadelphia. What is "Pif"? Pif was a 12-table French BYOB located near the Italian Market. The menu offered classic bistro fare to its loyal following. In July 2007 David closed the restaurant to focus on Ansill, but every Sunday the Pif menu is available there. Please click here for details. What's the deal with all the squirrels? Some guests have noticed a squirrel or two (fake, of course!) peaking around various spots at the bar. These are simply a fun reference to David's nickname, given to him by his best friend back in grade school, "Squirrely". The name has stuck ever since. back to top