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The Best Italian Restaurants In Philadelphia
Where to eat Italian food in Philly when you aren’t willing to settle.
The Best Restaurants In South Philly
The 20 best sandwich shops, taquerias, Italian restaurants, and pho spots in South Philadelphia.
The 9 Best French Restaurants In Philly
Bistros, brasseries, and upscale restaurants for eating butter-based food by candlelight. Oui oui.
The Best Sushi Restaurants In Philly
From neighborhood staples to omakase spots worth planning your financial quarter around, these are our favorite sushi places in Philly.
The Best Restaurants In Queen Village
There are a ton of restaurants around Queen Village. Here are our 15 favorites.
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Le Virtù
Le Virtu is a casual Italian place in East Passyunk with great pasta and a large outdoor patio.
The Best Restaurants In Queen Village
There are a ton of restaurants around Queen Village. Here are our 15 favorites.
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.
L’anima
Stop by L'anima in Grad Hospital on any given night and you'll find great Italian food, a large outdoor patio, and an ideal spot for a casual date night.
Trattoria Carina
Head to Trattoria Carina in Fitler Square for some good outdoor seating and even better pasta.
The Best Sushi Restaurants In Philly
From neighborhood staples to omakase spots worth planning your financial quarter around, these are our favorite sushi places in Philly.
The 9 Best French Restaurants In Philly
Bistros, brasseries, and upscale restaurants for eating butter-based food by candlelight. Oui oui.
The Best Restaurants In South Philly
The 20 best sandwich shops, taquerias, Italian restaurants, and pho spots in South Philadelphia.
My Loup
My Loup is a French Restaurant in Rittenhouse that's an easy choice for an intimate date night, fun group dinner, or martini-fueled catch-up with friends.
Bistrot la Minette
Bistrot La Minette is the closest you can get to dinner in Paris without leaving Philly.
Where To Go That’s Like Parc But Isn’t Actually Parc
You’ve waited an hour to eat Parc's steak frites too many times. Switch it up (before you go back next week).
Indian Char House
Indian Char House makes some of the best (and most reasonably priced) Indian food in Philadelphia.
The Best Italian Restaurants In Philadelphia
Where to eat Italian food in Philly when you aren’t willing to settle.
R&D
R&D is a datey cocktail bar in Fishtown with lots of velvet curtains and a small menu of bar food.
15 First Date Spots To Eat, Drink, & Say Something Embarrassing
These Philly cafes, bars, and restaurants won’t be the reason your date is awkward.
Shiso Noodles and Sushi Bar
Shiso is a scene-y Japanese restaurant on South Street with good sushi and average ramen, but it’s not about the food. Everyone is just coming to be seen.
Aroma on 3rd
Aroma on 3rd is a Pennsport Italian restaurant that makes good pasta and large plates like whole branzino.
Bar Hygge
Bar Hygge is a Fairmount gastropub with a more-than-average food menu. Stop by for for casual solo drink or a bite on a lowkey date night.