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.

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.

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.

Abe Fisher is an upscale dinner spot in Midtown Village serving updated Jewish deli classics, like smoked short ribs and borscht tartare.

Rex 1516 in Rittenhouse is about as close as you can get to New Orleans without leaving Philly.