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- FFrankPhiladelphia County •9 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoFood is consistently good, menu is somewhat limited. Great service.More infoBucatini CaffePrice: Moderate• Italian• East Passyunk Avenue•4.9
- WWendyTampa / Central Florida West •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoOur waitress Luciana was five star in world class, and then, of course, when they ring the bell and this petite little sweet waitress turns into a version of Beverly Sills and Pavarotti. It took our breath away. She blew all the other singers out of the water. We’ve been going to Victor‘s for years. The food has only gotten better than penne. Vodka was out of this world. It’s a destination, dining restaurant you’ll never forget.More infoThe Victor Cafe - PhiladelphiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Philly•4.9
- AAdamGreater Boston •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoThe menu was exceptional, every flavor was paired perfectly with the protein of the dish. The wine pairing was an excellent addition, perfectly complimentary to the dishes. Nearly every staff member touched my table and was beyond friendly and knowledgeable. One of my favorite dining experiences in Philadelphia.More infoRiver TwicePrice: Very Expensive• American• South Philly•4.8
- LleonAtlantic City / South Jersey Shore •3 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 12, 2024Excellent restaurant! Always a great meal in the heart of South Philly!More infoNoirPrice: Moderate• Italian• East Passyunk Avenue•4.7
- TTomPhiladelphia County •6 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 10, 2024Another excellent night of food at Gabriella’s. I can’t wait to return and try more of the menu, thank you for great service and a fun evening with Chef Nini.More infoGabriella's VietnamPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• East Passyunk Avenue•4.6
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South Philadelphia is a bustling, diverse neighborhood that reflects the best of what the city has to offer, and its food is no exception. Many of the city’s most iconic foods can trace their roots here. Of course, no visit to Philly is complete without a classic cheesesteak, invented in this part of town by Pat Olivieri in 1930. In fact, Italian-Americans living in South Philadelphia have been a driving force behind the city’s food culture, popularizing favorites like pizza and water ice. You can visit the Italian Market area for a sampling of some of the city’s specialty foods from quality meats and produce to baked goods and gelato. If Vietnamese food is what you’re after, this neighborhood is also home to plenty of authentic dishes like pho and banh mi.
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