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1. The Victor Cafe - Philadelphia
4.9
Exceptional(4744)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Philly
Booked 50 times today
The Victor Café is an Italian restaurant that cultivates old traditions and seamlessly blends them with new ones. With classic Italian dishes and unforgettable live music, we invite you to join us for many enjoyable evenings for years to come. PLEASE NOTE: Multiple reservations made for the same party cannot be seated together. To book large parties that are not available by default on OpenTable, please contact the restaurant directly. When booking, party size should encompass total number of guests, including children. We try our best to accommodate special requests, however they are not guaranteed.
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2. Parc
4.8
Exceptional(17345)
Price: Expensive
• French • Rittenhouse Square
Booked 312 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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3. El Vez
4.7
Exceptional(7015)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern) • Center City
Booked 90 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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4. The Dandelion
4.7
Exceptional(8084)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Center City
Booked 121 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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5. Butcher & Singer
4.8
Exceptional(8795)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Center City
Booked 87 times today
Butcher & Singer is a blast for everyone. It's a sophisticated dining experience in a relaxed clubhouse setting. Reviews rave about the 'old world charm and sophistication in the drinks, food, and ambience', and 'amazing food, beautiful and elegant interior'. The 'great ambiance' and 'wonderful service' also add to the fun. It's perfect for a special occasion or a vibrant night out.
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6. Buddakan - Philadelphia
4.7
Exceptional(11300)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Old City
Booked 95 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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7. Amada PHL
4.7
Exceptional(8707)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Old City
Booked 63 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. Continental Midtown
4.7
Exceptional(2610)
Price: Moderate
• American • Center City
Booked 112 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. Sueno
4.4
Awesome(600)
Price: Moderate
• Traditional Mexican • Center City
Booked 17 times today
Sueno, Craft Concepts Group's newest location from Teddy Sourias! Extensive tequila selection, exceptional margaritas, and traditional Mexican street food inspired menu. We are located next to our seasonal popup Tinsel/Nightmare before Tinsel.Please keep in mind that we only allow a certain amount of reservations to keep room for our walk up customers. We want to do our best to welcome as many of you as we can!
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10. Tabachoy
4.7
Exceptional(17)
Price: Expensive
• Filipino • South Philly
Booked 17 times today
Tabachoy is a Tagalog nickname given to a friend or family member; it means chubby or fatty. We know it sounds mean, but Filipinos give each other inappropriately appropriate nicknames all the time. Your baby brother’s got some neck rolls? Tabachoy. Auntie’s six months pregnant? Tabachoy. Or your dad’s got a six pack, but just finished his third piece of bibingka? Tabachoy!We cook the food that got us made fun of in elementary school, when we opened our country crock “Tupperware” - the food that reminds us of home. We don't strive to make a better adobo than your mothers, but we do want to share ours with you.
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  • Brigidvip
    Philadelphia County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This place is a vibe and a half. 10/10 recommend for cozy hearty food that warms your heart
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    The DandelionPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Center City
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    4.7
  • Danielle
    Philadelphia County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We dined at Butcher & Singer to celebrate having just gotten married. Ryan, our server, was outstanding. The food and drinks were remarkable and the vibes were spot on. Perfect date night for two!
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    Butcher & SingerPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Center City
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    4.8
  • Shannonvip
    Philadelphia County •88 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The blood orange margarita was delicious. We also had barria tacos made with slow cooked lamb. Shrimp tacos, chicken enchiladas and a carne asada burrito. All the food was fresh, well seasoned and delicious. We started with quac and chips, I definitely recommend them. The vibe was fun and the service was spot on. Try it for a quick lunch or a yummy Mexican dinner.
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    El VezPrice: Moderate• Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern)• Center City
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    4.7
  • Susan
    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Amazing experience you will not see anywhere. Good delicious, service was excellent, best was the staff singing opera. Well worth the visit!
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    The Victor Cafe - PhiladelphiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Philly
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    4.9
  • Laurievip
    Los Angeles •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We were greeted, seated and then treated to a lovely dining experience. We started with a couple of the specialty cocktails-Romarin and Nouveau Basilic: their pour was generous as our drinks lasted through our meals. A bonus of a basket of bread was brought to our table, such a rarity! Baguette, sourdough and what seamed a seasonal bread with cranberry and walnuts with beurre---seemed such a treat! Our waiter was attentive and made well informed dinner suggestions after asking us our preferences and we enjoyed the beef bourguignon; duck a l'orange and roasted chicken. Parc has made our top 10 list of places to eat while in Philly!
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    ParcPrice: Expensive• French• Rittenhouse Square
    •
    4.8

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