Alison B. Kessler
Philadelphia Senior Editor
Alison is Philadelphia’s Senior Editor, and joins the company after working with food-adjacent organizations for over a decade. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Boston University, a Master’s degree in Journalism from Northwestern University, and an obsession with pizza as the ultimate vehicle for ranch dressing.
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Page 3Oyster House
Oyster House has been around forever, and it remains one of the best seafood restaurants and oyster bars in the city.
Saloon Restaurant
Saloon is an Italian chophouse in Bella Vista that has great pasta, seafood, and steaks. It's also a quintessential Philly dining experience.
Byrne's Tavern
Since 1978, Byrne’s Tavern in Port Richmond has been serving the city's best Buffalo wings.
Darling Jack's Tavern
Darling Jack's Tavern in Midtown Village serves solid tavern-style pizza. It's good for a group that can't make a decision on what to eat.
Hershel’s East Side Deli
Once you see the huge slabs of corned beef and pastrami being cut behind the counter at Hershel's, there’s no way you’re leaving Reading Terminal Market with anything else.
Blue Corn Restaurant
Blue Corn is a Mexican spot in the Italian Market with solid margaritas and some really great tacos.
Alpen Rose
Alpen Rose is a fantastic steakhouse in Midtown Village. It looks like it was decorated by a librarian who opened a speakeasy.
Boricua 2
Boricua 2 is a lively Puerto Rican restaurant in Port Richmond that serves incredible pernil.
The Best Vietnamese Restaurants In Philly
The best pho, bún bò huế, and bánh mì that Philadelphia has to offer.
Tomo Sushi & Ramen
Old City's Tomo Sushi & Ramen is one of the best places in the city to go for ramen on a casual weeknight.
Tonalli Pizza & Mexican Cuisine
Tonalli is a Mexican restaurant in Pennsport with great nachos, tacos, and thin-crust Mexican pizza.
Vietnam Restaurant
Come to Vietnam Restaurant for some of Philly's best Vietnamese food, and then head upstairs to Bar Saigon.
The Capital Grille
The Capital Grille is a Center City steakhouse with fancy fixtures, solid steaks, and large tables perfect for a business lunch.
Banh Mi And Bottles
Banh Mi and Bottles is a Vietnamese restaurant and craft beer shop on South Street. They also serve cocktails, and an extensive menu of Vietnamese street food and snacks.
The Best Coffee Shops For Getting Work Done in Philly
16 great places to drink coffee and be productive in Philly.
Cantina Los Caballitos
Cantina Los Caballitos is a Mexican spot in East Passyunk with a good Happy Hour and a huge patio.
Pizzeria Salvy
Pizzeria Salvy, a Marc Vetri restaurant, serves great thin crust pizza in the basement of the Comcast Technology Center.