Vetri is expensive, completely over the top, and possibly the best restaurant in Philadelphia.

Vernick is one of the best restaurants in Philly, with a formal dining room upstairs and a more casual bar below.

Friday Saturday Sunday is a two-level American restaurant in Rittenhouse with a great bar that’s perfect for a night out with a few friends.

K’Far is an all-day Israeli cafe from the people who run Zahav, and while it’s better known for breakfast, it also serves an excellent dinner.

As long as you’re prepared to spend a lot, go to Barclay Prime for the best steaks in Philly.

Res Ipsa in Rittenhouse is a casual cafe during the day, but turns into a full-service Italian restaurant at night that’s perfect for a date.

There’s no better place to sit outside and eat French food around Rittenhouse Square than Parc.

Spice Finch is a Mediterranean spot in Rittenhouse that’s great for everything from a client dinner to drinks at the bar.

Audrey Claire is a Mediterranean spot in Rittenhouse and it’s one of our favorite BYOBs in the area.

El Rey is a fun Mexican place in Rittenhouse with a great after-work Happy Hour.

The Love in Rittenhouse feels like a nicer version of a mall restaurant, but their pastas and fried chicken are some of the best around.

Butcher & Singer is a steakhouse in Center City where you should go when someone else is picking up the tab.

Veda in Rittenhouse serves upscale Indian food and is a good option for a weeknight date.

Rione serves Roman-style square pizza by the slice, and it’s the best of its kind in Philly.

Helm is a good date spot in Rittenhouse where you can have a few drinks and split some seasonal small plates.

Pub & Kitchen in Rittenhouse is somewhere you’ll want to come with a date or friend and stay for a long time.