Best Lunch Restaurants in South Philly

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1. Noir

4.6

Exceptional(983)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Passyunk Avenue

Booked 7 times today

Noir Restaurant is located along one of Philadelphia's hottest neighborhood's, East Passyunk Avenue. We pride ourselves by using only the freshest ingredients. Chef Marco Decotiis, born and raised in Montreal, Canada, brings his Italian culinary roots and local Canadian foods to Philly. Noir is open every day for lunch and dinner, and has a full bar offering an extensive craft beer selection along with a number of specialty cocktails & a wine selection for every palate. Be prepared to be properly taken care of and treated like family.

2. a.kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(2105)

Price: Expensive

• French / American • Center City

Booked 36 times today

a.kitchen, situated in Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square, is a French-inspired American restaurant led by Executive Chef Eli Collins. The bistro-style menu offers everything from small plates to more traditional lunch and dinner options. Known for its innovative wine list, a.kitchen is a top destination for natural and terroir-driven wines from regions around the world. Reservations are available for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.Adjacent to a.kitchen, a.bar offers a cocktail-focused experience along with a menu of snacks, burgers, salads, and seasonal dishes. Guests of Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square can also enjoy in-suite dining for a more private experience.

3. The Dandelion

4.7

Exceptional(8154)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Center City

Booked 125 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.

4. Parc

4.8

Exceptional(17507)

Price: Expensive

• French • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 289 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."

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5. Craftsman Row Saloon

4.4

Awesome(1203)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old City

Booked 20 times today

We are famously known to provide holiday pop-ups with all the festivities and delights and are currently showcasing our Holiday Wonderland Pop Up. This holiday season we are even more super-sized and decked out than ever and ready to provide the festivities and delights of the holiday season. The drinks and food items will take you on a full sensory experience of the holiday. Whether inside or out, there is a perfect spot to take your holiday picture so have your camera ready!Our year round Iconic Burgers, Milkshakes and other Sandwiches such as our Doritos Mozzarella Sticks, French Toast Burger and Donut Fried Chicken sandwich are always on the menu as we continuously change it up seasonally. Every moment can be magical time to share experiences with family and friends so check back for our other seasonal pop ups. Proudly featured on Good Morning America, The Travel Channel's Food Paradise, Fox29, 6ABC, Opentable’s Holiday lists and more!

6. SkyHigh

4.7

Exceptional(2838)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Center City

Booked 103 times today

Philadelphia's SkyHigh restaurant presents a chic and comfortable dining experience specializing in approachable Jean-Georges cuisine. Experience panoramic views and world-class service.

7. The Love

4.8

Exceptional(7382)

Price: Expensive

• American • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 191 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.

8. Vernick Fish

4.7

Exceptional(2209)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Center City

Booked 61 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.

9. El Vez

4.8

Exceptional(7054)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern) • Center City

Booked 98 times today

A contemporary Mexican restaurant, El Vez offers many unique items such as mahi mahi tacos, ahi tuna tostadas, carne asada and pasilla braised pork pozole. Enjoy their made-to-order guacamole & margaritas with fresh-squeezed juices. Top off your meal with "The El Vez," a flourless chocolate cake, peanut butter mousse and carmelized bananas.

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10. Buddakan - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(11370)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Old City

Booked 121 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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MeaghanVIP
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our server was outstanding, and the food was great. Quiet enough for conversation. Recommend it highly!
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a.kitchenPrice: Expensive• French / American• Center City
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4.7
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PatriciaVIP
New York City •42 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
What a lovely festive evening at Craftsman Saloon. The outside is all decorated for Christmas and as soon as you enter, you are transported into a wonderland. The music and decor are beautiful. What a perfect way to cap off the Christmas season. The food was less than stellar but prices are good. Our server Brie was attentive and kind. We’ll definitely be back next year for drinks and maybe apps.
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Craftsman Row SaloonPrice: Moderate• American• Old City
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4.4
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Tracey
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The drinks and food were really good! The service is slow - based in past as well as this experience- just for awareness. Overall a great place!
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The DandelionPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Center City
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4.7
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Pat
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We went for lunch & shared charcuterie, cheese plate, & Trout Almondine. All were excellent. Our server, Makenzie, was delightful & attentive without being intrusive, and helpful with suggestions. The only negative was uncomfortable chairs. Otherwise, we had a lovely leisurely lunch.
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ParcPrice: Expensive• French• Rittenhouse Square
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4.8
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leon
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 12, 2024
Excellent restaurant! Always a great meal in the heart of South Philly!
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NoirPrice: Moderate• Italian• East Passyunk Avenue
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4.6

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151 restaurants available nearby

1. Noir

2. a.kitchen

3. The Dandelion

4. Parc

5. Craftsman Row Saloon

6. SkyHigh

7. The Love

8. Vernick Fish

9. El Vez

10. Buddakan - Philadelphia

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