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1. Buddakan - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(11294)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Old City

Booked 90 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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2. Fork - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(5090)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Old City

Booked 52 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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3. Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti

4.6

Exceptional(3955)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old City

Booked 37 times today

Enjoy the beauty of the Amalfi Coast in Italy right in Old City while dining at Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti. Whether stopping in for brunch, lunch, dinner or happy hour, you'll love the seeing Philadelphia from our 2nd story view point. Known primarily for our fresh fish and seafood, we welcome our guests to savor a menu full of delicious selections, including some favorite dishes such as our spicy fried calamari, zucchini crabcake, tagliatelle bolognese and our pork chop milanese.Weekend Brunch is available Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 am to 2:30pm. Enjoy our belgian waffles, avocado toast or brunch burger and pair them with our mimosa & sangria specials! Join us for happy hour Tuesday-Friday, between 4pm and 6pm.Outdoor Dining is available on both of our patios, and during warmer weather on our sidewalk cafe!

4. Panorama

4.7

Exceptional(2700)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old City

Booked 21 times today

Panorama brings the authentic flavors of Italy to the heart of the Old City, in the Penn’s View Hotel. Panorama elevates classic Italian specialties to new heights with a carefully composed menu of varied contemporary cuisine, such as house made burrata, hand rolled pastas and passionately crafted veal, lamb, steak & seafood dishes. Panorama was recognized with a Guinness World Record as the World’s Largest Wine Bar via an award bestowed on its custom-designed winekeeper/cruvinet, which offers 120 wines on tap.The restaurant is hyper-focused on wine, with up to 150 wines by the glass available at any time. Try one of our signature Panoramic Flights — a personal wine tasting offering a sampling of five different wines within a select group - from a selection of over 2 dozen fun and provocative themes.

5. The Love

4.8

Exceptional(7212)

Price: Expensive

• American • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 185 times today

Aimee Olexy and Stephen Starr's The Love is a bi-level sanctuary features 150 seats, split between the main dining room, sidewalk seating, and an upper-level loft. The restaurant is a spirited and carefree neighborhood café celebrating everyday American cuisine. The menu is crafted around what’s truly seasonal and local, while the beverage program reflects the best of the region. This creative energy is matched by a front-of-house service staff passionate about providing homey hospitality morning, noon and night.

6. Talula’s Garden

4.9

Exceptional(13160)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Washington Square

Booked 151 times today

Behind the wrought iron gate, past the herbaceous patio and through the atrium is Talula's Garden, the warm and elegant Washington Square eatery from Aimee Olexy and Starr Restaurants. The modern menu, prepared with carefully-sourced ingredients and a light European touch, changes with the seasons. The artful cuisine, hospitable staff, sustainable spirits, and a focus on cheese make the dining experience here incredibly memorable.

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7. Estia - Philadelphia

4.8

Exceptional(8738)

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Center City

Booked 90 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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8. Continental Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(2605)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 132 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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9. Charlie was a sinner.

4.6

Exceptional(2595)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Center City

Booked 23 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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10. Devon Seafood Grill - Philadelphia

4.3

Awesome(10251)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 33 times today

Sidewalk Cafe available daily (weather permitting). Due to the high number of group requests we receive & because we are limited on how many groups we can accommodate, an approved proposal and deposit are required for all reservations for 10+ guests. Please contact us at mstrathman@houlihans.com with your request.** Street parking and valet is not available at the restaurant; there are several public parking options in the Rittenhouse Square area. Please note: There is a 15 minute grace period for all reservations. Everyone in your reservation is required to be present before seating. Our last seating is 30 minutes prior to closing time.Thank you!

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Fredvip
Philadelphia County •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was incredible! Edamame dumplings were delicate, delicious - really an incredible flavor. The sea bass and black cod were both show stoppers. Amazing!
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Buddakan - PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Old City
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4.7
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Patti
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great atmosphere, wonderful service Nd amazing food!
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Positano Coast by Aldo LambertiPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old City
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4.6
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Chuck
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wow! I walked past this resto so many times, and, from the outside, it looked average. However, as soon as you walk in the front door, you know that you are some place special. The ambience is great, but, more importantly, the food was exquisite. Yes, it was expensive, but the experience was worth every penny. To start, we ordered rolls with chive butter, and, for an entrée, had pumpkin ravioli with walnuts, apples, onions, and ricotta cheese--yum! The food was so good that we decided to order dessert, an apple tartan which was equally delicious. On top of that, our server was excellent, very helpful, and friendly. You have to try this place at least once!
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The LovePrice: Expensive• American• Rittenhouse Square
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4.8
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James
South Carolina •14 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
I wine list was outstanding. We had a 2017 Amorone which was absolute velvet! The service and food was average. Our salad came out with our main course which I don’t like. The meatball was easily shareable but there really wasn’t a lot of taste including the gravy. All that said, I would go back for the wine.
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PanoramaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Old City
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4.7
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John
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Cozy spot with knowledgeable staff and terrific food!
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Fork - PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Old City
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4.7

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1. Buddakan - Philadelphia

2. Fork - Philadelphia

3. Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti

4. Panorama

5. The Love

6. Talula’s Garden

7. Estia - Philadelphia

8. Continental Midtown

9. Charlie was a sinner.

10. Devon Seafood Grill - Philadelphia

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