Vedge in Midtown Village isn’t just the best vegan place around, it’s also one of the best restaurants in the city.

Cadence is a BYOB in Fishtown with one of the best and most affordable prix fixe menus in the city.

Double Knot is an all-day cafe with a basement izakaya that serves some of the best Japanese food in the city.

Suraya is a Lebanese spot in Fishtown that’s great for a date, brunch, or a big group dinner. Honestly, it’s great for everything.

Dim Sum Garden in Chinatown is affordable and BYOB, which makes it a great spot to start a night or anytime you want some soup dumplings.

Fork is a big, seasonal American spot in Old City where you should go for a celebratory group dinner.

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

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

Sate Kampar is a Malaysian place in East Passyunk where you should go for a low-key weeknight dinner.

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.

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

Cry Baby Pasta is a nice-looking pasta spot in Queen Village that’s good for a casual dinner with friends.

Fette Sau in Fishtown serves some of the best barbecue in Philly, and has a spacious patio to eat and drink on.

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.

Talula’s Garden is a good back-pocket spot in Washington Square West that serves seasonal American food and has a great patio.