Amina is Open for Brunch
Amina is Launching their Brunch Service on Saturdays and Sundays, Beginning August 6th
Old City, Philadelphia—Amina, which opened this past May by first-time restaurant owner Felicia Wilson, is launching weekend brunch service beginning this Saturday, August 6th at 11 a.m.
The restaurant which is located at 104 Chestnut Street is named for Wilson’s daughter, Amina, whose name is inspired by an ancient warrior goddess of Nigeria. Likewise, the interior décor reflects the gilded designs representative of an African female warrior, along with other African themes throughout the space.
As for their new brunch menu—it will highlight Southern cuisine which is infused with African ingredients from Chef/Partner Darryl Harmon. Some of the enticing options will include Cheesesteak Nacheros with ribeye steak, root beer caramelized onions, sweet peppers, and scrambled eggs over Cool Ranch Doritos® topped with signature cheese fondue, lettuce, and tomato. And for those of us with a sweet tooth you can opt for something on the sweeter side of their menu, like Amina’s Loaded Oreo Pancakes or Maple Fudge French Toast. There’s also some time-tested and loved favorites too, like their Shrimp & Grits, Crab Cake Benedict, and Crispy Chicken & Waffles to choose from as well. No matter if you want something savory, sweet, or in between—I’m sure that Amina offers something to entice your taste buds.
Of course no brunch feels complete without a bevy of beverage options, so be sure to check out Amina’s special cocktail menu which features carafes of Mimosas; a signature Bloody Mary (which utilizes Chef Darryl Harmon’s spices), The Amadi (which includes Empress Gin, Orgeat {almond} syrup, and pineapple and lemon juice), along with several other signature cocktails curated to reflect the restaurants’ African Warrior Goddess theme.
“It’s been an incredible first few months since opening the doors on my first restaurant,” said Wilson in a press release. “I love what Chef Harmon has done with the menu, as he has been featuring many dishes with his own spice blends that include African spices and ingredients that focus on southern and African cuisine. We wanted to make sure we were executing dinner service before launching brunch, and I feel confident that we’re ready for the next step.”
For more information, hours of operation, and the extended menu please visit http://aminaphilly.com.