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- MMimiVIPPhiladelphia County •7 reviews5.0Dined todayA delicious meal in a beautiful setting. We would definitely go back!More infoBistro Perrier at Walnut Hill CollegePrice: Moderate• French• University City•4.7
- NNoellePhiladelphia County •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoThis was the first time me and my girlfriend dined at The Love and it will definitely not be the last. We had reservations to sit in the dining area but the vibe was so great at the bar we chose to dine with the amazing bartender Willie! Drinks were made to perfection and his food recommendations were on par. This will be my new spot to dine with friend or even solo!More infoThe LovePrice: Expensive• American• Rittenhouse Square•4.8
- NNicolePhiladelphia County •15 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoExceptional from start to finish. (Always is). Staff was kind and courteous with our guest with mobility impairments and need for the ramp and extra time getting to and from our table. Richard, our server, was patient and knowledgeable and a great conversationalist. All of our food was incredible. Had a few drinks and they were great too. We love Parc!More infoParcPrice: Expensive• French• Rittenhouse Square•4.8
- NNeishaPhiladelphia County •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoFood is amazing. Staff can be more patient, nice & helpful explaining the menu when asked by other then that our waiter was very consistent with checking on us very often, and made sure she cleared the empty dishes, and she made sure we were satisfied the entire service. The place is such a vibe. I will make sure I’m there every pay check ! LolMore infoIrie EntreePrice: Expensive• Jamaican• University City•4.3
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There’s a restaurant for every love language in Philadelphia. Early-in-the-game dates get a sexy vegan cocktail bar. An Andalusian tapas spot screams “group date.” For an ultra-luxe proposal, go all out with a tasting menu on the 59th floor of the Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia. This guide pairs Philadelphia restaurants with romantic occasions from first dates all the way to milestone anniversaries. These are Philadelphia’s 12 best date-night restaurants.
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12 of Philadelphia’s outstanding spots for celebrating special occasions
Maybe you got engaged on the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art or just picked up the keys to your first rowhouse. It could be that your kid is (finally) toilet trained, or that your noisy neighbor moved away. Sometimes, simply surviving another Tuesday can be an occasion to celebrate over a restaurant meal. It doesn’t have to be fancy. What makes an occasion special isn’t an arbitrary date on the calendar—it’s the decision to celebrate. Luckily, Philadelphia bursts with places where the food and atmosphere lend themselves to living it up. Grab dinner and a jazz show at a swinging North Broad Street faithful. Opt for a quieter night at a critically acclaimed, plant-based gem in Midtown Village. Or splurge on a swanky steakhouse that presides over a corner of Rittenhouse Park. Whether you’re after an intimate spot for an anniversary date or a convivial atmosphere for a boisterous reunion, Philadelphia has you covered with these 12 celebration-worthy restaurants.
The Best Places to Grab a Drink in Philadelphia
Philadelphia’s bar scene pulses with the same eclectic energy that defines its restaurants. In every neighborhood, you’ll find spots that reflect the people who live, work, and drink there. Some embrace the city’s signature blue collar ethos while others offer glamorous settings—and even higher-end spirits. Many are attached to restaurant kitchens that turn out the kind of top-notch food that put Philadelphia on the culinary map. The city’s drinking dens have you covered, whether your tastes skew classic or trendy, whiskey or vodka, domestic or imported. Grab a friend—plus a barstool—and explore this town by way of its best watering holes.
A Guide to the Best Date Spots in Philadelphia & New Jersey
Conversations begin on Bumble but they get even deeper IRL. When it’s time to move from direct messaging to direct eye contact, find a table for two. And to make it super easy, OpenTable and Bumble are teaming up to help you find the best date spots in your city. Find a restaurant that fits your style, whether you want drinks on a patio or a special four-course meal, OpenTable can help you choose the cuisine, seating area, and even book unique experiences with nearby restaurants. Download the Bumble app to find your match, and check the list below to find your table.
10 Top Burger Picks in Philadelphia and New Jersey
The genesis of the beef-on-bun combo known as the hamburger might be forever shrouded in mystery — there are at least six different people that claim to be responsible for its invention — but regardless of who came up with the burger, its appeal is undeniable. Throughout Philadelphia and New Jersey, burger options abound, from pared-down smashburgers topped with a simple combo of lettuce, tomato and onion, to patties finished with bacon and eggs designed for brunch-time enjoyment. Up and down the New Jersey coastline and into Philadelphia, these are the spots serving can’t-miss burgers.
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