Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Center City

14 restaurants available nearby

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1. Charlie was a sinner.

4.6

Exceptional(2615)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Center City

Booked 31 times today

Charlie was a sinner. is located in beautiful Midtown Village Philadelphia. Charlie specializes in tapas-style small plates, served until 11:00PM daily. In addition, Charlie has a collective list of strong craft cocktails.

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2. Iron Hill - Center City

4.2

Awesome(1175)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 36 times today

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. We're passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from–scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff.

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3. Marathon - 16th & Sansom

4.5

Awesome(916)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 27 times today

Marathon has served the neighborhoods of Philadelphia for over 25 years as a family-run restaurant group. We serve well-made American classics, and strive to source the freshest food locally available to us, including from our own Marathon Farm in Brewerytown, Philadelphia. Our favorite farm to table items include our grass-fed Cheesesteak, free-range Turkey Plate, and fluffy Omelets made with cage-free eggs.

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4. Hard Rock Cafe - Philadelphia

3.6

Very Good(759)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 33 times today

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

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5. DBG- Drury Beer Garden

4.1

Excellent(1055)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Center City

Booked 2 times today

DBG is serving delicious and handcrafted gourmet burgers

6. Parc

4.8

Exceptional(17520)

Price: Expensive

• French • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 267 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."

7. The Butcher Bar

4.5

Awesome(1571)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 18 times today

BUTCHER BAR—the latest restaurant from the crew that brought you Varga Bar, Mercato and Valanni. We invite you to our restaurant that playfully celebrates “meat lovers and comfort foods” complimented with a bar featuring 16 beers on tap, 6 draft wines, and a whiskey-based cocktail program. Brunch is offered all weekend and Lunch is available Wed-Fri. Book your next business dinner, happy hour or birthday in our year round patio.

8. Tuna Bar

4.9

Exceptional(959)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Old City

Booked 25 times today

IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW PRIOR TO BOOKING Outdoor reservations are weather permitting and must be specified upon booking the reservation. Specific table requests are considered but not guaranteed. Tuna Bar is a Japanese Raw Bar and Grill concept created by Owner and Chef Kenneth Sze. Located in Old City Philadelphia, Tuna Bar boasts a relaxing, upscale atmosphere serving fresh and locally sourced ingredients. The diverse menu offers traditional and specialty sushi rolls, raw oysters, scallops, hand-selected fish, and shareable entrees. Tuna Bar offers a fully stocked bar of wine, sake, and spirits. There are no outside food and beverages allowed. There is a $40 dessert/cake fee for guests that wish to bring in a dessert/cake for their special occasion.

9. Franklin Social Kitchen & Bar

3.6

Very Good(152)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Old City

Booked 6 times today

Franklin Social, at the Renaissance Hotel Philadelphia Downtown, serves up contemporary American dining in the heart of Philadelphia's Old City Historic District.Gather with friends, family and colleagues, as Ben Franklin frequently did in his time – He was quite the entertainer didn’t you know and enjoy a meal showcasing an attitude that's all Philly. Join us for a craft beer from around the corner, or an award-winning wine from around the world.Whether you're craving a quick bite or full meal, Franklin Social will bring you the best products and flavors from around the region to entice your taste buds. All of this Philly flair is brought to you by a friendly and engaging team that should make you feel right at home. Franklin Social allows you to take part in a piece of American history, while creating a piece of your own history all in a vibrant, welcoming environment.

10. Tio Flores

4.6

Exceptional(188)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Center City

Booked 3 times today

No fuss. No frills. Mexican. With timber plank flooring, dim lights and funky artwork, the vibe of Tio Flores can be best described as young and fun. This restaurant combines delicious food with a trendy ambience to provide an excellent dining and drinking experience to its guests.Amidst a constantly evolving menu, the offerings at Tio Flores include big-ass burritos, hand-smashed guacamole, killer margaritas, and a thoughtfully curated selection of tequila, mezcal and agave distillates.

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Mary D.
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Restaurant was clean and well laid out. We had a reservation and were quickly seated by a rather cold hostess. Our server was friendly, organized, communicative, and efficient. Our food was very good.
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Hard Rock Cafe - PhiladelphiaPrice: Moderate• American• Center City
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3.6
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Wes
Philadelphia County •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Really enjoy the vibe and overall theme of this restaurant so I have been here a few times. this time the waiter was great and service as well. My main complaint was that all of our food came out room temperature, which was disappointing because it was good but you could tell it had been sitting for a few minutes. Maybe it was an off day but wasn't the best impression had it have been my first time.
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Charlie was a sinner.Price: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Center City
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4.6
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Barbara
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our burgers were delicious. The service was great. Very friendly waitress. We will be back!
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Iron Hill - Center CityPrice: Moderate• American• Center City
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4.2
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Jeff
Philadelphia County •17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
Great service and food, relaxed atmosphere, easy to find location
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Marathon - 16th & SansomPrice: Moderate• American• Rittenhouse Square
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4.5
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EddieVIP
New York City •23 reviews
4.0
Dined on 30 Nov 2024
Really good pub food. We all (party of 6) had burgers/chicken sandwiches and were all pleasantly surprised.
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DBG- Drury Beer GardenPrice: Moderate• Burgers• Center City
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4.1

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. Charlie was a sinner.

2. Iron Hill - Center City

3. Marathon - 16th & Sansom

4. Hard Rock Cafe - Philadelphia

5. DBG- Drury Beer Garden

6. Parc

7. The Butcher Bar

8. Tuna Bar

9. Franklin Social Kitchen & Bar

10. Tio Flores

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