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.

Laurel is a tasting menu spot in East Passyunk that’s perfect for celebrating something big.

Southwark is a bar and restaurant in Queen Village that’s basically a 3-in-1, with a cocktail bar, a dressy dining room, and a casual back patio.

Townsend is a little French place in Rittenhouse that’s perfect for a fourth or 15th date.

Sakana is the best option for an affordable omakase in Philly.

Messina Club is a members-only restaurant with the best pierogies in the city.

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

Barbuzzo is a great place to escape Center City for a low-key date, or any other time you want some charcuterie and pasta.

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.

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.

Kensington Quarters is a nicer spot in Fishtown where you should go on a second or third date and definitely eat the burger.

Amada is a Spanish tapas spot in Old City where you should on a date or for Happy Hour.