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

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

Townsend is a little French place in East Passyunk that’s perfect for a fourth or 15th date.

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

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.

Garage is an indoor-outdoor bar on East Passyunk that has over 300 canned beers and lets you bring in your own food.

If you feel like singing the Happy Birthday song on repeat while taking shots chased with beers, Ray’s is your spot.

Redcrest Fried Chicken is a small shop on East Passyunk that makes fried chicken in just about every form.

Triangle Tavern is both shaped like a triangle and one of the better beer bars in East Passyunk.