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East Fall's In Riva has a garden-like patio and views of the Schuylkill River. They serve great wood-fired pizza.
Café Click
Café Click is a French bistro located in front of the Comcast Center where you can have a fun brunch, Happy Hour, and dinner while people watching.
Crafty Soul
Overbrook’s Crafty Soul is serving up soul food that's good enough to be your last meal on earth.
Tria Rittenhouse
Tria Cafe in Rittenhouse serves a fantastic selection of wine, beer, cheeses, and small plates.
Redcrest Kitchen
Just off South Street, Redcrest Kitchen has a modern American menu of seasonal vegetables and Italian-leaning dishes that are ideal for a casual weeknight meal.
Barbuzzo Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar
Barbuzzo is a great place in Center City for a low-key date, or any other time you want some charcuterie, pizza, and pasta.
DAWA Sushi and Ramen
Dawa is a small, casual sushi spot with a solid omakase offering under the El on Front Street.
Umami Steak and Sushi Bar
Umami Steak and Sushi Bar is a Japanese restaurant in Old City that's great for a casual night of sushi or a lively omakase experience.
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Fiorino
Fiorino is a cozy Italian BYOB in East Falls where you can get classic dishes like calamari, spaghetti and clams, and veal saltimbocca.
Zorba's Tavern
Fairmount’s Zorba’s Tavern has an array of cozy things, like a small dining room, silky hummus, and smoky charcoal chicken pitas.
The Good King Tavern
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.
Irwin’s
A night at Irwin’s means you can dine inside or on the rooftop of South Philly's Bok Building. They serve some of the best Italian food in the city along with tasty seasonal cocktails and natural wines.
Library Bar At Rittenhouse
Library Bar is a luxe cocktail bar with a limited dinner menu in the Rittenhouse Hotel.
La Roma
With pictures of the Colonia Roma all around, this cozy Port Richmond spot has a menu full of the Mexican, Italian, and Japanese dishes you can find in that Mexico City neighborhood.
Via Locusta
Via Locusta is a small pasta spot near Rittenhouse Square that has a fun bar for first dates.
Andra Hem
Andra Hem is a Swedish-style bar that's super intimate, serves excellent cocktails, and is perfect for a cozy date night.
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Messina Social Club
Messina Social Club is a members-only restaurant making some of the most innovative food in South Philly.
Jomon Japanese BBQ
Jomon Japanese BBQ is a Center City spot that features yakiniku-style table grilling and Happy Hour deals.