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4.8
Exceptional(17345)
Price: Expensive
• French • Rittenhouse Square
Booked 311 times today
Stephen Starr's stylish addition to Rittenhouse Square pays tribute to French cafe culture, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, ideal for a quick bite or a leisurely meal. Parc recalls the chic brasseries of Paris, serving classic French fare in a charming space. Red leather banquettes topped with frosted glass provide a sense of intimacy. Details such as well-worn wooden chairs, vintage framed paintings and photos and antique brass fixtures transport guests across the Atlantic. French doors spill onto a sidewalk terrace covered by a dark red awning perfect for dining "en plein air."
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4.7
Exceptional(8085)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Center City
Booked 121 times today
London's culinary revolution comes to Philadelphia with this unique gastro-pub. Cozy rooms and intimate bars create a storied, Old World aura, while updated seasonal takes on British food make up the menu. In keeping with tradition, our casks and tap craft beers are always rotating and classic family-style roasts are served on Sundays.
A photo of Estia - Philadelphia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(8745)
Price: Very Expensive
• Greek • Center City
Booked 66 times today
The stunning restaurant, which is first of its kind in Philadelphia, will transport guests to the Greek Islands with an atmosphere reminiscent of an inviting Mediterranean home & a menu of authentic specialties, simply prepared, that represent the best of Greek cuisine. The restaurant specializes in whole grilled fish which are flown in from the Greek Islands, the shores of Morocco, Tunisia, & Portugal. Guests are able to choose from Estia’s expansive display & watch chefs cook their fish to perfection over a charcoal grill in the sparkling open kitchen.
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4.9
Exceptional(2541)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • South Philly
Booked 56 times today
The Saloon Restaurant, a family-owned establishment since 1967, serves authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, congenial environment. The menu is praised for its high-quality, innovative dishes. Reviewers highlight the 'consistently high quality' food and 'impeccable service', with one even calling it a 'classic Italian restaurant'. The restaurant's ambiance, featuring dark oak paneling and authentic antiques, further enhances the authenticity.
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4.7
Exceptional(8707)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Old City
Booked 64 times today
Amada is an Andalusian tapas bar & restaurant where Chef Jose Garces embraces the rich traditions of Spanish gastronomy while incorporating avant-garde cooking techniques in a gorgeous rustic-chic settingSpecialties of the HouseSpanish Octopus, Garlic Shrimp, Tortilla Española, Paella Valenciana, Whole Roasted Suckling Pig (Call to order 72 hours in advance, excluding Sundays), Seasonal Sangrías, Cocktails, and Wine.Private Parties: Amada welcomes groups of all sizes. Festive settings, service and menus are perfect for intimate dinners with friends, special occasions and holidays, corporate meetings and staff parties. Events can be booked throughout the restaurant and in our private dining rooms seven days a week. For parties of 10 or more, please call our private events team at 267-284-7979 or email events@garcesgroup.com
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4.7
Exceptional(1138)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Center City
Booked 22 times today
Some of the most inspired and acclaimed Italian food in the country is served here. We use innovative flavors and artful presentations prepared by Italian born Chef Francesco Parmisciano. Chef Francesco was born in small town in Naples, Italy where he learned the beautiful art of Italian cuisine. Our goal is not only to prepare authentic and delicious dishes, but we strive to give all of our guests a flawless dining experience. With ownership change in 2021 Parid and Kristi Spiro have brought new life to Bellini and bustling to new heights. Please note outdoor reservations are weather permitting!
A photo of Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2130)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Center City
Booked 49 times today
Gran Caffe L'Aquila is widely appreciated for its authentic Italian cuisine, as per reviews. Customers highlight the restaurant's 'authentic Italian dishes', 'authentic cuisine', and 'authentic Italian trattoria environment'. The weekly specials from different regions of Italy are a hit, paired with region-specific wines. The staff's knowledge and passion for the food and history of the restaurant also add to the authenticity.
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4.6
Exceptional(1549)
Price: Moderate
• American • Society Hill
Booked 21 times today
Thank you for choosing The Twisted Tail! High Top tables are only available on the weekends, and are located on the second floor. They are communal style tables, and you will get to enjoy the band after 8:15PM.The Twisted Tail is a bi-level restaurant, bar and live music venue featuring a charcoal-fired grill, a wealth of bourbon selections and the rollicking ambiance of a "juke joint" (or old school Southern music hall). The inventive menu highlights ingredients in their simplest form, flame-broiled over live coals for rich, authentic flavor.Inside a warm, welcoming dining space makes The Twisted Tail South Street’s best place to catch a band - and a bite.
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4.8
Exceptional(4948)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Society Hill
Booked 28 times today
This Historic Landmark in Society Hill, nestled in an 18th century granary, will stimulate your senses with an ambiance of candlelight and casual elegance while creating an unforgettable dining experience. Wine Spectator Award for our wine list! Voted a “Best of Philly” Restaurant, guests enjoy Bistro Romano’s acclaimed Regional Italian Cuisine and rave of the award-winning Caesar Salad and the romantic underground wine cellar for two to four. Wine Cellar reservations book the Wine Cellar Experience on OpenTable. We are now celebrating our 36th year! Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence (Two Glasses). Over 750 wine selections, including 20 by the glass.
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4.4
Awesome(600)
Price: Moderate
• Traditional Mexican • Center City
Booked 17 times today
Sueno, Craft Concepts Group's newest location from Teddy Sourias! Extensive tequila selection, exceptional margaritas, and traditional Mexican street food inspired menu. We are located next to our seasonal popup Tinsel/Nightmare before Tinsel.Please keep in mind that we only allow a certain amount of reservations to keep room for our walk up customers. We want to do our best to welcome as many of you as we can!
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  • Darrin
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Good food and GREAT atmosphere. We were so excited to get the bay window seat. Server was efficient and attentive without being over bearing. Everyone loved their meals. Unfortunately, we were too full to try out the desserts. Great way to get the full Philly experience.
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    The DandelionPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Center City
    4.7
  • Gwen
    Philadelphia County •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Had a birthday dinner for a family member and it included a table of 10 people. Accommodating a crowd that large on a holiday weekend would normally be a challenge for any restaurant. Amada was fantastic. From our gracious greeting to the semi private room we were escorted to, to the individual coat tree next to the table to accommodate 10 winter coats, an unusual and very welcome detail, to the stellar personal and professional service, outstanding food and pacing of courses, everyone had something to please their taste and the overall experience was wonderful. Truly a memorable birthday dinner! It was a well-oiled machine, and we enjoyed it immensely. Kudos to the Amada team for a lovely lively evening.
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    Amada PHLPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Old City
    4.7
  • Amandavip
    Philadelphia County •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We visit the saloon every year! Each time is as good if not better than the last!
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    Saloon RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• South Philly
    4.9
  • Laurievip
    Los Angeles •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We were greeted, seated and then treated to a lovely dining experience. We started with a couple of the specialty cocktails-Romarin and Nouveau Basilic: their pour was generous as our drinks lasted through our meals. A bonus of a basket of bread was brought to our table, such a rarity! Baguette, sourdough and what seamed a seasonal bread with cranberry and walnuts with beurre---seemed such a treat! Our waiter was attentive and made well informed dinner suggestions after asking us our preferences and we enjoyed the beef bourguignon; duck a l'orange and roasted chicken. Parc has made our top 10 list of places to eat while in Philly!
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    ParcPrice: Expensive• French• Rittenhouse Square
    4.8
  • Brianvip
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 19, 2024
    Good food and good value for a pre-theater dinner. Waiter was knowledgeable and attentive. General commentary for most wait staff these days and a pet peeve of mine- like many others says “are we” when asking “we diners” a question. Not sure who instructed wait staff to say “we” instead of “you” but it’s incorrect. They are not at table with “us.” Endeavoring to Include themselves in the diner’s experience is overly familiar, incorrect and at times condescending. Nonetheless, They work hard. Tip well!
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    Estia - PhiladelphiaPrice: Very Expensive• Greek• Center City
    4.8
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