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Where To Go When You Can’t Get Into Zahav
When you can’t get a reservation at Zahav, these 10 places are (almost) as good.
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The Special Occasion Delivery & Takeout Guide
33 places with meals worthy of your most special night-in celebrations.
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River Twice
River Twice is an experimental tasting menu spot on East Passyunk that changes their menu every single night. It's great for birthdays, special occasions, and any night you want some of the most interesting food in the city.
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Omakase By Yanaga
Stop by Omakase By Yanaga in Fishtown for a 25-course seafood-heavy meal full of truly excellent small bites and a wine pairing on a celebratory night.
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Harp & Crown
Harp & Crown in Rittenhouse has private dining rooms and bowling lanes, which make it a good spot to go all out for a special occasion.
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Where To Go When You Can’t Get Into Zahav
When you can’t get a reservation at Zahav, these 10 places are (almost) as good.
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Vernick Fish
Located on the bottom floor of the newest Comcast Tower, a meal at seafood spot Vernick Fish is a perfect choice for almost any situation.
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Ocean Prime
Ocean Prime is a steakhouse near City Hall with a massive bar that’s good for meeting coworkers or other business-related humans.
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Lark
Head to this Mediterranean spot in Bala Cynwyd for a date night, birthday dinner, or an evening when you want a view of the Schuylkill River that's just as good as your food.
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Her Place Supper Club
Her Place Supper Club in Center City feels like the best dinner party you've ever been to, and it's a great place to enjoy a fancy night out with a few friends.
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Miss Rachel's Pantry
Miss Rachel’s Pantry in South Philly is a small BYOB that has a five-course, all-vegan $186 tasting menu. It's perfect for special occasions with your favorite bottle of red with some healthy small plates.
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Nineteen Eleven BYOB
Nineteen Eleven BYOB is a place that does multiple things consistently well including make exceptional small plates and give you a relaxed atmosphere to drink good wine with your friends.
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Oloroso
Oloroso is an upscale tapas place in Midtown Village where you should go for a special occasion or client dinner.
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Fabrika
Fabrika is a Fishtown spot serving up homemade pasta, often hosts live cabaret and jazz performances and drag brunches.
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Positano Coast
Positano Coast is one of the best spots in Old City to spend a birthday or any special occasions drinking good wine and eating great Italian food.
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Spice Finch
Spice Finch is a Mediterranean spot in Rittenhouse that’s great for everything from a client dinner to drinks at the bar.
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Barclay Prime
As long as you’re prepared to spend a lot, go to Barclay Prime for the best steaks in Philly and some amazing shareable sides.
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Vetri
Vetri in Washington Square West is expensive, completely over the top, and the best restaurant in Philadelphia.
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Laurel
Laurel is a tasting-menu spot in East Passyunk that’s perfect for celebrating something big.