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The Best Phở In Philly
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Mawn
Mawn in Bella Vista is BYOB perfect for a cozy date night or group dinner. Share fragrant bowls of crispy soft-shell shrimp, braised chicken curry, and noodles.
Suraya
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.
Villa Di Roma
Villa di Roma is an old-school Italian restaurant in the Italian Market that still feels like it’s in the 1960s.
Aroma on 3rd
Aroma on 3rd is a Pennsport Italian restaurant that makes good pasta and large plates like whole branzino.
Doma
Doma is a small Japanese restaurant in Logan Square that serves reasonably priced, totally average sushi.
Where To Get Food From The African Diaspora In Philly
Jollof rice, cornbread, and everything in between.
Hadramout
Hadramout is a small Yemeni restaurant near Penn that’s good for a quick lunch or group dinner.
Paesano's
Paesano's in the Italian Market is better and more consistent than the famous, old-school restaurants that get all the attention in the area.
The Best Phở In Philly
Plenty of Philly restaurants serve phở, but these 10 places make our favorite versions.
Doro Bet
Doro Bet is a casual counter service spot in University City where you can devour pillowy mac and cheese, smothered wings, or Teff flour fried chicken.
Jeong’s Noodle
Jeong’s Noodle is a Korean stall in the big H Mart on Front Street that serves great jjamppong, jajangmyeon, and pork dumplings.
Oyster House
Oyster House has been around forever, and it remains one of the best seafood restaurants and oyster bars in the city.
Asadero Los Tios
If you're looking for your favorite Mexican food in the Northeast, Asadero Los Tios, is it. From tacos, grilled elotes smothered in creamy mayo, to enchiladas packed with tender chicken, they have it all.
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By George
If you need a place in Reading Terminal Market for pizza, pasta, and a cheesesteak, look no further than By George.
Kichi Omakase
Kichi Omakase is a 15-course party omakase spot in Midtown Village where you can get premium sushi for under $100.
Gabriella’s Vietnam
Gabriella’s Vietnam serves up hot pots, whole fish, and other Vietnamese dishes in East Passyunk. It’s perfect for a weeknight comfort meal.
Vietnam Restaurant
Come to Vietnam Restaurant for some of Philly's best Vietnamese food, and then head upstairs to Bar Saigon.
The Victor Café
The Victor Café is a Passyunk Square classic Italian place where you can share a bottle of wine, eat creamy vegetable risotto, and stare at maps of Italy.
Koto Sushi
Center City’s Koto Sushi is a lowkey spot that’s the answer for a quick lunch or casual dinner when all you need is solid sushi and a good miso soup.