Best Comfort Food Restaurants in University City

32 restaurants available nearby

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1. Craftsman Row Saloon

4.4

Price: Moderate

• American • Old City

Booked 43 times today

Craftsman Row Saloon is a comfort food haven, with their menu boasting of iconic burgers, milkshakes, and other seasonal sandwiches like the French Toast Burger and Donut Fried Chicken sandwich. Reviews praise the 'fun twists' on comfort food and the 'great variety' of dishes, suggesting a warm and welcoming atmosphere. One reviewer noted, 'The venue and the food matched perfectly,' highlighting the restaurant's ability to create a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience.

2. SET NoLibs

4.2

Awesome(759)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Northern Liberties

Booked 6 times today

**21+ after 5 PM DAILYWelcome to SET NOLIBS, home of the infamous Mimosa and Margarita Towers! We are an award winning sports bar located in the Northern Liberties District of Philadelphia. Catch (almost) any game on one of our 11 TVs.Our kitchen offers an Asian Fusion menu featuring tacos, sliders, and much more. The Charbroiled Oysters are a menu highlight and a customer favorite. Full bar specializing in margaritas, serving up frozen margs all year round!Stop by Saturday or Sunday 11am-3:45pm for our weekend brunch.

3. The Dandelion

4.7

Exceptional(8147)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Center City

Booked 159 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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4. High Street Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(78)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 37 times today

Located in the historic Franklin Building, High Street is a modern American eatery and bar that celebrates the essence of local grains. With an on-site bakery at the heart of our culinary creations, we pride ourselves on crafting artisanal breads, pastries, pizzas, and handmade pastas that showcase the best of the region.Under the guidance of Chef Christina McKeough, our seasonal menu highlights the bounty of local producers, offering a fresh take on classic flavors and dishes. Our commitment to supporting American winemakers adds an exciting dimension to your dining experience, with a carefully curated selection of wines to complement your meal.At High Street Restaurant, we invite you to savor the rich tapestry of flavors that define our culinary philosophy, blending tradition, innovation, and a passion for local ingredients.Parties of 7 or more require a credit card on file and are required to participate in our "Leave It To Us" menu.

5. The Morris

4.7

Exceptional(330)

Price: Expensive

• American • Center City

Booked 14 times today

The Morris is a new restaurant and bar in a truly unique location. It’s connected to a boutique, 17 room colonial hotel and courtyard located right next to Washington Square Park. We have a scratch kitchen that only uses the freshest ingredients available by season. Our bar program consists of delicious hand-crafted cocktails, organic wines, selection of local beers, and spirit-free beverages. Whether it's for a casual night out, business dinner, or date night, we are so excited to serve you in our newly renovate dining room or in the garden courtyard*! *We want to inform our guests that the courtyard is fully tented and heated throughout the winter!

6. Fia Philadelphia

4.4

Awesome(70)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Center City

Booked 15 times today

Located in Midtown Village, Libertine is Derek Davis’s contribution to the Philadelphia food scene and celebrates the history and future of our great city. Chic, sophisticated and playful, the indoor dining and bar area with seasonal outdoor seating running along the entire length of the property at Spruce and 13th Streets. The contemporary American menu is planned seasonally around what is available and freshest at the markets and complimented by scratch specialty concoctions, 20 wines by the glass, and a significant handful of local craft beer. “Good Eating, Drinking and Fine Hospitality” is served every night of the week and brunch on the weekends.

7. Amada PHL

4.7

Exceptional(8729)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Old City

Booked 61 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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8. Marathon - 16th & Sansom

4.5

Awesome(916)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 11 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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9. Village Whiskey PHL

4.4

Awesome(603)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 16 times today

Featuring a comprehensive selection of more than 200 whiskeys alongside what has been called the country’s best burger, Village Whiskey is an instant classic. Envisioned by Chef Garces as a spot where he and his team could enjoy a drink and a snack after a long night in the kitchen, the restaurant’s focal point is the central bar that is home to their near-encyclopedic catalogue of Chef Garces’ favorite spirit, whiskey. Our able bartenders shake and stir classic and contemporary cocktails in a space evocative of a Prohibition-era speakeasy. Our Whiskey Menu can be enjoyed with our Award-Winning Village Burger or Tasting Menus offered in our more intimate Dining & Tasting Room

10. Mabu Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(191)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French • Center City

Booked 16 times today

Mabu Kitchen is a cozy neighborhood bistro that serves contemporary French-inspired Southern comfort food. Reviews rave about the 'superb' food and 'intimate' ambiance. Favorite dishes include Shrimp and Grits, Confit Fried Chicken and Waffle, and a legendary Smash Double Cheeseburger. The restaurant is described as 'fun and relaxed with solid but elevated comfort food' and 'perfect for both dates or a nice dinner with a friend or friends.'

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Karen
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
One of my favorite center city cafes. Great food, drinks and it's beautiful. We had fried shrimp, Brussel sprouts, french onion soup, chicken ceasar salad. We also had a couple christmassy drinks. Everything fun and fabulous I go at least 4 times a year. I always bring someone because it's great
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Craftsman Row SaloonPrice: Moderate• American• Old City
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4.4
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HeatherVIP
Philadelphia County •47 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Try the soup! I also had the poached eggs with bubble and squeak—fantastic! These with a pint of English ale set me up for the day. Happy New Year!
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The DandelionPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Center City
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4.7
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Verlonda
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I recently visited a charming restaurant that left a lasting impression on me. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, with soft lighting and tasteful decor. The menu presented a delightful array of dishes, and the food was exceptional, with flavors that tantalized my taste buds. The service was attentive and friendly, making it a truly memorable dining experience.
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SET NoLibsPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Northern Liberties
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4.2
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MitchellVIP
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Outstanding cuisine and in particular the pizza with the squash, the bacon, and the pastry. Excellent and very personable and helpful server. Great ambience and very quiet for talking.
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High Street Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Center City
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4.7
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Rashida
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Decided on The Morris after seeing an IG post and reviewing the menu and it turned out to be really good. We opted for the dining room which was very charming, but the heated courtyard looked cozy and just as good. We really enjoyed the cocktails, the food, and the service. The hostesses were welcoming and warm and our server, Clarence was just right to for us…he was a vibe. We’ll definitely keep this place in our rotation!
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The MorrisPrice: Expensive• American• Center City
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4.7

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32 restaurants available nearby

1. Craftsman Row Saloon

2. SET NoLibs

3. The Dandelion

4. High Street Restaurant & Bar

5. The Morris

6. Fia Philadelphia

7. Amada PHL

8. Marathon - 16th & Sansom

9. Village Whiskey PHL

10. Mabu Kitchen

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