Tim McGinnis breaks down where to enjoy octopus all year round but in so doing, he takes a big-time shot at Dmitri’s!

When compiling a list of all things overrated in Philadelphia, Field Guide has Geno’s Steak’s, Hall and Oates and Rocky 2 through 6 all somewhere near the top. But after dining on Dmitri’s (2227 Pine St. 215.985.3680) octopus we’ve decided it beats them all to a pulpo. The “small plate” of drywall tough legs was served up in a fishy, oily sauce by an apathetic slacker staff more interested in reading their art industry magazines than delivering great grub. It made us as disappointed as a kid at Christmas with a stocking full of tube socks.

So what do you think readers, does Tim have a point?

Cephaloparty Time [Philadelphia Weekly]

It was all good, but the Pollo a la Brasa ruled the roost at El Balconcito in the Northeast. [The Philadining Blog]

Foodzings hadn’t been to Dmitri’s but made up for it with a feast. Great, now we’re jonesing. [Foodzings]

Uncle Jimmy enjoys a “grrreat mint tea” at Shouk and offers some sage dating advice as well. [Uncle Jimmy Eats]

Philadining discovers Cajun Kate’s in Boothwyn and is hooked. [The Philadining Blog]

Foodzings goes off the menu at Sang Kee in Chinatown and the lemongrass wings were well worth it. [Foodzings]

It’s Moore Brothers Wine and fine Italian food at Mezza Luna in South Philly. [Moore Bros. Blog]

Foodaphilia visits and photographs one of her favorite spots in Philadelphia, Dmitri’s.

Dimitri’s is an affordable way to sample some of the finest seafood in the city. Two appetizer plates and three large entrees came to $60 before tip. Large plates are also very large. I’d been on a small fast all day to save room for the dinner I knew I was going to love, but I still had to ask for half a dozen of my scallops to be wrapped up for lunch the next day.

Dimitri’s Queen’s Village [Foodaphilia]

City Paper names Philadelphia’s top five open kitchens.

1. Audrey Claire
2. Dmitri’s
3. Little Fish
4. ¡Pasion!
5. L’Oca

And although these are all fine restaurants and several are among our favorites. This list is incomplete without Striped Bass and Osteria. And speaking of Osteria, Thursday/Friday lunch starts today.

Air It Out [City Paper]

What makes the crepes at Beau Monde so good? Imported cast-iron griddles! [blogalicious]

Konak delivers excellent humus, Sigara Borek and lamb chops but given the price, is it all worth it? [Foodaphilia]

With ingredients imported straight from Belgium Bonté waffles are a little piece of heaven. [Girls Guide to City Life]

Luscious dines at Alma de Cuba three times in five days, gas•tron•o•my details one trip. [gas•tron•o•my]

As if three trips to Alma weren’t enough, gas•tron•o•my tries Cuba Libre the next day. [gas•tron•o•my]

You are missing out if you haven’t tried the pan-fried scallops at Dmitri’s. [Metroblogging Philadelphia]

Phillyfoodguy Bill tries a Vietnamese hoagie at Café Cuong and leaves us craving our own. [Phillyfoodguys]

There are few dishes as simple and satisfying as Dmitri’s grilled octopus appetizer. The simple olive oil and lemon based sauce. The grill marks, the slight charring only serving to accentuate the flavor. The texture, neither mushy or gummy, this is octopus like it’s supposed to be. Mmmmmmmm, Octopus. And for our money, the Dmitri’s on 2nd Street 3rd is just a bit better.

Yes the softshell crab season is here. And that means one more reason to head to Dmitri’s (795 S 3rd St or 2227 Pine St). Also keep an eye out for soft shells as specials at a variety of restaurants including the Standard Tap and Mantra.