Let me just say that if money were no object, I would eat lobster 7 days a week. And once you’ve had the 1 1/2 lb lobster at R2l, a chic restaurant in center city Philadelphia, I guarantee you won’t want lobster from anywhere else.  Me and my Bestie got together for date night (it keeps our relationship fresh 😉 ) Both of us had been wanting to go this restaurant for quite some time and we finally made it there last night. Make no mistake this is the most I’ve spent on dinner in a looooooong time but I assure you, it was worth it. Although I knew that R2l was a high end restaurant, a part of me was afraid it would be one of those pretentious places. You know what I mean, you walk in and the record comes to a screeching halt, eyes stare at you like you should be eating at Denny’s or something, but there was none of that here. This place is known for it’s beautiful view of Philadelphia and it did not disappoint as we got to witness the beautiful sunset during our meal.  This is the perfect date night destination. Chic decor, music playing throughout, it’s definitely for the grown and sexy so of course me and the bestie felt right at home 😉 ) Our drinks were good and strong, and our server was delightful. Now for the decadent part of our tour, the lobster mac and cheese.   

Foodgasm overload. This dish was so buttery, so cheesy and so lobstery (yes I just made the word up) it really was sinful but oh so right.  Along with that we also got the grilled truffle flatbread which was sensational.   Truth be told we could’ve just had that and would have been completely satisfied. But then came our entree (Pictured at the top of the page) 1 1/2 lbs of lobstery goodness with a saffron glaze, classic baked potatoes, and grilled vegetable relish. Butter poached lobster. (Did your brain just explode?) Ummmmm, YUM!  I took my time eating because I wanted it to last FOR-EVAH!!!!! Shout out to the girls at the next table who almost left half a plate of lobster mac and cheese behind, who The Bestie and myself deemed INSANE! We had a fabulous night, with fabulous food, and fabulous drinks. I may have to create a special R2l budget because I will be heading back in the very near future. Happy hour anyone?