Best Family Style Restaurants in University City

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1. Fiorella Philadelphia

4.9

Exceptional(99)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bella Vista

Booked 54 times today

The Fiorella you see today is still the intimate space you know & love! Chef Marc Vetri and his team bring decades of talent & experience to this special space, creating a truly memorable dining experience. Pasta is the main event at Fiorella, with rotating antipasti and desserts rounding out the menu.A la carte seating is available both in our indoor dining room and outdoor patio, year round.Indoor seating is predominantly at our chef's counter, with a few high-top tables outlining the space. Table vs. counter reservations are seated on a first-come, first-served basis.Patio seating is shaded from sun in summer and insulated with heaters in winter. Due to the nature of outdoor reservations, Fiorella may have to cancel outdoor service for severe weather.Looking to dine with a larger group or want to try a different taste of Fiorella? Join us upstairs for our Pasta Club chef's selection!From the whole Fiorella Team, thank you for your continual love and support!

2. The Dandelion

4.8

Exceptional(8082)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Center City

Booked 129 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.

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3. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Philadelphia, PA | Logan Square (The Granary)

4.8

Exceptional(938)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Art Museum

Booked 42 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other! Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

4. Vernick Fish

4.7

Exceptional(2173)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Center City

Booked 55 times today

Vernick Fish presents Philadelphia’s own, Chef Greg Vernick’s exploration beyond the boundaries of a seafood restaurant. His ingredient-driven cooking style, paired with a love for global flavors, results in an inventive menu of fish and shellfish dishes, and a range of vegetable preparations. Taking a detailed, seasonal, and sustainable approach with small and large plate offerings, the kitchen brings new life to the favorite hallmarks of American oyster bar fare and raw bar. Complementing the experience are well-crafted cocktails, and a focused wine list of seafood-friendly white and sparkling offerings, as well as light, fresh reds.

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5. Continental Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(2607)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 97 times today

Three full stories of fun await you at the Continental Mid-town. Whether you’re relaxing in the lounge, swinging in a basket chair on the jet-set mezzanine or taking in the night along the airy rooftop patio, it’s a total reprieve from the expected. The mouth-watering menu features bold and eclectic flavors, from signature jumbo lump crab pad thai and Szechuan shoestring fries to playful spins like cheesesteak eggrolls and French onion soup dumplings. Expertly mixed pop and retro cocktails ensure there’s something for everyone to sip on, no matter the occasion.

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6. Buddakan - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(11296)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Old City

Booked 104 times today

Stephen Starr’s Buddakan is a spectacular restaurant featuring exotic flavors of modern Asian cuisine with creativity and drama. Bon Appetit notes, "The mostly white space is striking, with a lit-from-within communal table in the middle of the room, a waterfall & a ten-foot, candle-bedecked Buddha. The religious icon watches over hip customers indulging in pan-Asian cuisine that far surpasses the fare usually found at hot spots like this." Newsweek reports, "Design also serves as a signifier for cuisine. You walk into Buddakan, one of the hottest new restaurants in Philadelphia, past a shimmering waterfall & Japanese river stones & you say to yourself, 'ginger-miso everything' even before you see the magnificent 10-foot Buddha dominating the dining room." Named one of “America's Top 50 Restaurants" by Travel & Leisure and 'Top Restaurant for Fun' by Gourmet, Buddakan has become one of the country's most talked about restaurants.

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7. Loch Bar - Philadelphia

4.5

Awesome(655)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Center City

Booked 49 times today

Located on Philadelphia's vibrant Avenue of the Arts in the heart of the city, Loch Bar is a classic seafood tavern that blends the best of land & sea!Spotlighted by an impressive raw bar that offers an array of succulent seafood & fresh flavors, Loch Bar's menu incorporates some of the region's most popular seafood dishes including oysters, Maine lobster, Alaskan king crab & more.In addition to our stellar raw bar, we present an extensive whiskey list from around the world that caters to both the seasoned aficionado as well as curious newcomers. To complement our whiskey offerings, our bar program features handcrafted cocktails & local craft beers.Loch Bar hosts live music every night of the week showcasing the incredible talent of Philadelphia's local music scene.Loch Bar on Philadelphia's Avenue of the Arts is more than just a restaurant; it's an immersive journey through the finest culinary offerings, live music &

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8. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - Philadelphia

4.6

Exceptional(9414)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Center City

Booked 63 times today

Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse embodies the rich tradition of the classic American steakhouse, serving USDA Prime Beef, fresh seafood and premium wines from our award-winning wine selection.

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9. Fork - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(5093)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Old City

Booked 35 times today

Fork has been part of Philadelphia's exciting dining scene for over 25 years. Always evolving , Fork has stayed true to its mission, with a commitment to seasonality, carefully sourced local ingredients grown and produced by local farmers, producers and fishermen. Located in Old City, a neighborhood of art galleries, shops and independent small businesses, Fork is completely consistent with that spirit. The dining room includes gorgeous contemporary murals and a newly updated central bar where you can watch the action in our open kitchen or relax and enjoy the warm hospitality offered by our team.. James Beard Winner-Outstanding Restaurateur, Ellen Yin, 2024James Beard Foundation Finalist - Outstanding Restaurateur, Ellen Yin, 2018, 2019, 2021; Best Chef Mid-Atlantic, Eli Kulp 2016Esquire - "100 Restaurants We Can't Afford to Lose" 20% service fee added to all checks

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10. La Fontana Della Citta

4.3

Awesome(2004)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 17 times today

Jersey Shore pilgrims might be familiar with La Fontana Del Mare ("The Fountain of the Sea"), the award-winning restaurant in Strathmere. Owner Rafael Kupa is excited to bring his most popular dishes to Philly at this new "Fountain of the City," a 100-seat BYOB right off Rittenhouse Square.

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Shaheer
Philadelphia County •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
First time at this restaurant. Food was amazing, our waiter Steven was awesome. He explained all menu making it easy for us to enjoy our dinner
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Philadelphia, PA | Logan Square (The Granary)Price: Moderate• Japanese• Art Museum
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4.8
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Tiffany
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Never disappoints. Very accommodating with a last minute change to my reservation. Meal was delicious and the dessert so rich.
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Continental MidtownPrice: Moderate• American• Center City
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4.7
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Tim
Cincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Charming re-creation of an English Pub. English Pub food has gotten much better than it once was, and The Dandelion's food was excellent. From the Dandelion salad to the Root vegetable soup to the Rabbit Pie, all excellent. Our server (I regret I've forgotten her name) was perfect - friendly, efficient, professional. Only negative (for us) was the noise level - we ate upstairs during the lunch rush, and it was busy and noisy with energetic conversations with several tables of 6 or so surrounding us, which of course has pros and cons. But still highly recommended. We did not inquire if a quieter table was available - I think it may have been.
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The DandelionPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Center City
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4.8
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Markvip
Philadelphia County •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Another fantastic special paring dinner. Can’t wait for the next one.
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Vernick FishPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Center City
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4.7
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Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Absolutely AMAZING! As someone who bought their sausage from Fiorella’s I am blown away by how much of the original charm they kept. This was our 2nd visit and it did not disappoint. First visit was outside, tonight we were indoors. So happy I requested indoors. While enjoying dinner I really got a chance to look around and reminisce about old Fiorella Sausage and my visits as a young girl and a married woman. Oh and those monkfish arancini… delish. The rigatoni with Fiorella sausage and the ricotta gnocchi to die for. Everything was wonderful. Can not wait to go back.
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Fiorella PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bella Vista
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4.9

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32 restaurants available nearby

1. Fiorella Philadelphia

2. The Dandelion

3. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Philadelphia, PA | Logan Square (The Granary)

4. Vernick Fish

5. Continental Midtown

6. Buddakan - Philadelphia

7. Loch Bar - Philadelphia

8. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - Philadelphia

9. Fork - Philadelphia

10. La Fontana Della Citta

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