Laser Wolf is an Israeli grill from the people behind Zahav.

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

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

E Mei is a szechuan place in Chinatown that’s great for a long lunch when you don’t want to be at work.

David’s Mai Lai Wah is a restaurant in Chinatown that’s the biggest late-night-hangout spot in the city.

Stina is technically a pizzeria, but the best things here are their Mediterranean dishes.

Terakawa in Chinatown has some of the best ramen in the city.

Get a quick bowl of soup at Pho Cyclo, a Vietnamese spot located right off the Snyder SEPTA stop.

Hello Vietnam is a casual BYOB in Northern Liberties that’s good for date night and group dinners.

Nom Wah is a dim sum spot in Chinatown where you can get a lot of good food for not a lot of money.

Olly is an American bar and restaurant in Queen Village that’s a good alternative to a sports bar.

Merkaz is a fast-casual Israeli sandwich shop that also has a great breakfast.

La Virgen De Las Nieves is a Mexican spot in South Philly that has huge, delicious huaraches served in pizza boxes.

Kilimandjaro is a casual Senegalese spot in a West Philly strip mall that’s great for lunch or dinner.

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.

Hajimaru is a Hakata-style ramen shop in Fishtown that’s also BYOB.