Laurel is a tasting menu spot in East Passyunk that’s perfect for celebrating something big.

Palizzi Social Club is a members-only spot in East Passyunk. It’s hard to get a membership, but it’s worth it since the Italian food is so good.

South Philly Barbacoa in the Italian Market makes the best tacos in Philadelphia. Period.

Perla is a Filipino BYOB in East Passyunk where you should try the kamayan feast, or go for a casual date.

Messina Club is a members-only restaurant with the best pierogies in the city.

Hardena is a small Indonesian place in East Passyunk that works great for a casual weeknight dinner or carryout.

Sate Kampar is a Malaysian place in East Passyunk where you should go for a low-key weeknight dinner.

Barcelona Wine Bar has one of the biggest patios in East Passyunk, along with lots of wine and tapas.

Mike’s BBQ is a tiny barbecue spot in South Philly with some of the best smoked meat in the city.

Bing Bing is a non-traditional dim sum spot in East Passyunk that’s great for a casual date or weeknight dinner.

Tre Scalini is a small Italian BYOB on East Passyunk with a bunch of sidewalk seating when it’s nice out.

Cantina Los Caballitos is a Mexican spot in East Passyunk with a good Happy Hour and a huge patio.

Noord is an airy Dutch BYOB in East Passyunk that works well for a casual date or brunch.

River Twice is a BYOB on East Passyunk that changes their menu every single night.

Mighty Bread Company’s shop in South Philly is only opened on weekends and usually sells out by noon, but you should go for their sourdough alone.

June BYOB is a tiny French spot on East Passyunk that’s good for a date night.