Pizzeria Beddia is a sit-down pizza spot in Fishtown with arguably the best pizza in the city, plus a natural wine list and excellent soft serve.

Jaxon is a neighborhood BYOB in Northern Liberties with a small, seasonal menu that’s great for both a special occasion or a casual weeknight dinner.

Hungry Pigeon is an all-day spot in Queen Village where you’ll go for breakfast, stick around until lunch, and consider coming back for dinner.

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.

Even though you might wait a while at Circles + Squares in Olde Richmond, it’s worth it to get the best pizza in Philly.

Neighborhood Ramen is a small, eat-in only spot in Queen Village that usually has a line out the door (but it moves quickly).

Rangoon is a Burmese place in Chinatown that’s good for sharing a bunch of family-style dishes with a big group.

Gigi is a 12-seat pizza place in Queen Village that makes excellent Neapolitan pies.

The Good King Tavern in Bella Vista serves French pub food that’s way better than what you’ll find at your average neighborhood tavern.

Blue Corn is a Mexican spot in the Italian Market with solid margaritas and some really great tacos.

Penang is a Malaysian spot in Chinatown that’s great for big groups.

Sky Cafe is a tiny, very good Indonesian restaurant inside of a strip mall in South Philly.

Han Dynasty in University City serves two main purposes - a place to eat some of the best Sichuan food around, and a full-on sports bar.

Saloon is an Italian restaurant in Queen Village that has really good steaks.

Martha in Kensington has the three things we wish every bar had: a nice patio, great cocktails, and way better food than you’d expect.

Abyssinia is the best Ethiopian restaurant in the city.