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$75  + Tip/Tax
Wed, 4/15
5:15 PM & 7:45 PM
South Philly

River Twice

Day 1: 5-Course Modern Mid-Atlantic Tasting Series

Opened in 2019, this East Passyunk eatery comes to us from Randy Rucker, a Zahav and Morimoto alum who has been twice named a James Beard Semi-Finalist Chef. (Fitting, given the name!) River Twice was named to the New York Times’ List of “25 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia Right Now” and appears on Infatuation’s 2026 List of “Best Tasting Menus in Philly.” Its menu showcases creative, locally sourced, seasonal fare, with dishes like smoked duck, tartare of venison, and sea scallops with kabocha-brown butter puree and nasturtium salsa verde. French, Japanese, and Southern influences are all to be found at River Twice, the latter representative of Chef Rucker’s Texas background. “River Twice is a league above and beyond most restaurants in Philadelphia… you’ll have an unforgettable meal,” promises Infatuation, so naturally we are excited to visit here with Chef Rucker's right-hand man, Head Chef Jeff McConnell (of also Zahav and Morimoto fame).

About the Host:

Jeff McConnell

Head Chef

Chef Jeff McConnell began his culinary journey at Zahav in 2019, where he developed his skills before moving to Abe Fisher. When the pandemic struck, he joined Kalaya, ascending to the role of Sous Chef and playing a pivotal role in directing special events and collaborations with Chef Nok. His career then continued with the Starr Restaurant Group, where he eventually found his place at Morimoto. In addition to his restaurant work, he has also enjoyed a successful pop-up career. 

The Lineup

Separate table requests will not be accommodated at this event. Courses #2 - #5 will be individually plated; course #1 will be served family-style. This menu will be Gluten, Shellfish, Egg & Peanut Free. For a list of restrictions/allergies Chef is accommodating, click here.

  1. Salad of Spring Vegetables

    wild herbs & greens, shiro miso, fromage blanc

  2. Smoked Steelhead Trout & Roe

    blanquette of asparagus, sorrel, black citrus

  3. Slow Cooked Swordfish

    roasted leek, black walnut bagna cauda

  4. Nori-Wrapped Beef Strip Loin

    mustard greens, shimeji, banyuls wine

  5. Matcha Rice Pudding

    parsnip, smoked vanilla

River Twice

1601 E Passyunk Ave

Philadelphia, PA 19148

More Event Info

Dietary Restrictions Accommodation Policy:

Due to the large-format nature of this event, all accommodation requests must be Added To Your Profile, or Emailed To Us no later than 72 hours before the event. Requests submitted after this date will not be accommodated. Additionally, River Twice will only be accommodating certain dietary restrictions/food allergies, and they are unable to make menu adjustments based on distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles.

See below for guidance on whether or not they will be accommodating your restriction. Or, if your restriction is not represented below, Contact Us prior to booking tickets for guidance.

  • Vegetarians: There is Roe/caviar in Course 2, Swordfish in Course 3 and Beef in Course 4. Substitutions will be provided.

  • Pescatarians: There is Beef in Course 4. Substitutions will be provided.

  • Gluten: This menu is gluten-free.

  • Dairy:
    • Butter: Butter is in Course 2, Course 4, Course 5. Substitutions will not be provided
    • Milk/Cream: Milk/Cream is in Course 1, Course 2, Course 5. Substitutions will be provided
    • Cheese: Cow's Milk Cheese is in Course 1. Substitutions will be provided

  • Shellfish: This menu is shellfish-free.

  • Fish: There is Roe/caviar in Course 2 and Swordfish in Course 3. Substitutions will be provided.

  • Eggs: This menu is egg-free.

  • Peanuts: This menu is peanut-free.

  • Tree Nuts: There is Walnut in Course 3. Substitutions will be provided.

  • Alliums: There is Garlic (Raw), Garlic (Cooked), Shallot (Raw) and Shallot (Cooked) in Course 1, Garlic (Cooked) and Shallot (Cooked) in Course 2, Garlic (Cooked) and Shallot (Cooked) in Course 3 and Garlic (Cooked) and Shallot (Cooked) in Course 4. Substitutions will not be provided.

  • Mushrooms: There is Mushroom in Course 4. Substitutions will be provided.

Handicap Accessibility:

This restaurant is not handicap accessible. If applicable however, Contact Us with your needs to ensure proper accommodations.

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