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

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.

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

Zahav is an Israeli restaurant in Old City/Society Hill that’s become a Philly institution.

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.

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.

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.

Serpico on South Street is a good date spot with a nice bar and really pretty shared plates.

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

Perla is a Filipino BYOB in East Passyunk where you should try the kamayan feast, or go for a casual date.

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.

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

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.