About Urban Parlor
Urban Parlor is a family-favorite pizza spot in Philadelphia, PA, with a welcoming feel and a casual order-and-grab layout perfect for to-go orders. The kitchen leans into pizza done well, smoking their meats in a custom offset pit out back.
The signature item to try first is the Veggie Supreme, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Margherita, Pepperoni, BBQ Chicken, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($$$), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find downtown commuters grabbing a hot lunch, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours craft sodas, local kombucha on tap, and house-brewed iced tea. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are clearly marked on the menu. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, the takeout window stays open even when the dining room is at capacity. Anyone visiting the neighborhood for the first time should put it on the short list. Whether you're new to Philadelphia or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable pizza fix, Urban Parlor earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Urban Parlor. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.2 out of 5 across 981 reviews.
Hidden gem. We were in the neighborhood for an appointment and stopped here based on a friend's recommendation. So glad we did. The Margherita was unreal — clearly made with care. We're already planning our next visit.
Great pizza option for the area. The Detroit-Style was the highlight, big portion and well-priced. Seating is limited so if you come at peak hours plan on takeout. I'll be back.
Urban Parlor has become my regular weekday lunch. Consistent quality, generous portions, and the staff has started to recognize me. I usually grab the White Pie but I've worked through most of the menu and haven't had a miss yet.
Mixed feelings. The Pepperoni was excellent and the cashier was friendly, but my side came out cold and they were out of two of the things I wanted to order. Probably worth another try, but not the experience I was hoping for.
Solid spot. The Detroit-Style is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Detroit-Style and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
Location & neighborhood
Urban Parlor is located at 1574 5th St in Philadelphia, PA. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.