Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Philadelphia

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Philadelphia? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bucatini Caffe

4.9

4.9 (62)

$30 and under

Italian

East Passyunk Avenue

About the restaurant

We're thrilled to announce our NEW menu is here! We're open for dinner 6 nights a week and can't wait for you to join us. Don't forget we're BYOB and make a reservation today!

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Sarah

Dined 6 days ago

10/10 food and experience! Would definitely come back

Vernick Coffee Bar

4.9

4.9 (308)

$30 and under

Café

Center City

About the restaurant

With Vernick Coffee Bar, James Beard award-winning Chef Greg Vernick partners with Four Seasons Hotel at Comcast Center to deliver a modern coffee bar and café as his second venture in Philadelphia. Featuring a takeaway bakery and barista counter along with a full-service 40-seat café, Vernick Coffee Bar serves up a menu of expertly prepared dishes and in-house baked goods all with the high impact, global flavor combinations Chef Vernick has become known for.
Vernick Coffee Bar is situated on the second level of the new Comcast Technology Center and overlooks the tree canopies in the building’s public lobby. Reservations are available in the full-service café for both breakfast and lunch. The takeaway area includes open seating for up to 48 guests, an excellent walk-in destination for all day dining. Vernick Coffee Bar is open Monday-Friday.

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EleanorVIP

Dined on Dec 4, 2024

Taisha is the most wonderful greeter and server. Always makes you feel welcome. This is a beautiful, pretty quiet place for lunch. Food interesting but I always order from the coffee bar, which is delicious.

Vetri Cucina - Philadelphia

4.9

4.9 (2367)

$50 and over

Italian

Center City

About the restaurant

Located in a historic townhome in the heart of Philadelphia, Vetri Cucina is a unique space that invites guests to become part of our family. The intimate dining rooms evoke the charms of Italy with custom crafted features including hand-blown Murano glass chandeliers, Richard Ginori porcelain and Venetian glassware.
Showcasing the constantly evolving, dynamic creativity of Chef Vetri and his team, Vetri Cucina serves a classic tasting menu at $165pp using the highest quality local and specialty ingredients. The menu is inspired by both classic Italian recipes and our extensive culinary research across the globe. Vetri Cucina also offers a seasonal Forchetta menu which is a premium tasting menu experience at $215pp. These are the restaurant’s sole dining options, designed to provide each guest with a memorable, unparalleled experience. Reservations are released on the first of the month for the following month: ie. On October 1st, reservations are released for the month of November.

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Sophie

Dined 4 days ago

This was a wonderful first fine dining experience. I was struck speechless by some dishes. The espresso before dinner was not complimentary, the hollandaise was slightly cold over my tortellini and the potato gratin’s cheese split which was unfortunate but overall it was truly a magical experience and the were highlights (the nonalcoholic spritz, the magical lighting, the dessert, and the aji with apple and peanuts) that struck me speechless and made up for it. Magical. Wonderful. So happy I did it.

Oyster House Philadelphia

4.9

4.9 (85)

$50 and over

Seafood

Center City

About the restaurant

Philadelphia’s premier destination for seafood lovers since 1976. With a menu that is as traditional as it is innovative, this family-owned business run by third-generation restaurateur Sam Mink has been a community cornerstone for almost 50 years. Cherished by Philly locals and visitors alike for its decadent lobster rolls, signature crab cakes and crispy fried oysters, Oyster House continues to honor the region’s culinary roots while constantly cooking up tasty, new favorites. Oyster House’s robust seafood menu curated by executive chef Joe Campoli, promises high quality cuisine along with an excellent dining experience. Enjoy a seat at Philadelphia’s most famed oyster bar while enjoying a show by Philly’s most legendary oyster shuckers. The weekday Happy Hour is always abuzz with a lively mix of coworkers and friends.

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JulieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Absolutely fantastic! The design of the restaurant was wonderful. Had oysters , New England clam chowder, shrimp roll, and calamari. Everything was fabulous! Best seafood in Philly !

Saloon Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2565)

$50 and over

Italian

South Philly

About the restaurant

Entering the Saloon, a family owned restaurant since it opened in 1967 is a bit like stepping into Philadelphia's past. Dark oak paneling, shiny brass and authentic local antiques create a warm congenial and casual atmosphere. The choice of two comfortable dining rooms each with its own vintage bars make dining and conversation a relaxed and enjoyable experience. Both bars feature a delicious and moderately priced food menu. The menu is Italian with seafood specials such as grilled octopus and dover sole. Saloon steaks and veal chops are legendary. Many prefer a plate of fried long hot peppers to compliment the steaks. All desserts and gelatos are made on the premises daily. The Saloon is a Philadelphia neighborhood bar and restaurant with a national reputation. And the parking is FREE!

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PattyVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great dinner. Felt welcomed from the check in! Our server was great too.

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Shiso Noodle and Sushi Bar

4.8

4.8 (43)

$31 to $50

Ramen

Bella Vista

About the restaurant

We are ecstatic to open a state of the art open kitchen, serving the two dishes we recklessly love and cannot live without...noodles and sushi! Our goal is to focus heavily on freshness and quality, as we make craft noodles and sushi for our guests. That also means we will be making everything from scratch, in-house. This includes soups, tare (sauces), toppings, and last but not least, fresh crafted noodles. We hope to see you soon as we serve you our favorite foods. Please follow us @ShisoNoodleSushi for updates.

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Brittany

Dined 7 days ago

Great experience here. I highly recommend trying this place out. We sat at the sushi bar. My husband got three items from the specials and I got the chefs choice tasting. They have a few options for the chefs tasting from a 9 piece basic to a full omakase. It really allows you to get a fabulous experience without completely wiping your bank account. Toro, uni, live scallop. Everything was delicious, including the cocktails. I had a chefs omakase at royal sushi and I think about that everyday. It's hard to compare because I did not get the full omakase, however, I was completely satisfied with the quality I received. It was a wonderful experience. I hope to return soon and frequently.

Pizzeria Salvy

4.9

4.9 (13)

$30 and under

Italian

Center City

About the restaurant

“Pizzeria Salvy is my father’s Philadelphia story. It’s a story of persistence and perseverance. It’s a story of my childhood, and all the flavors and experiences I remember.”

The latest from acclaimed Chef Marc Vetri, Pizzeria Salvy borrows its name from Marc’s beloved father, Sal. “My father has been at the center of everything when it comes to my restaurant career,” says Marc. “From the meatballs to the family meals he has made for the last 25 years, it’s only fitting that we dedicate this project to him."

Pizzeria Salvy offers a curated selection of 12-inch pizzas. Salads, seasonal vegetables, and (of course) Sal’s Meatballs round out a menu inspired by heritage and heart, family and Philadelphia.

Reservations 7 or more | Contact us at info@pizzasalvy.com or (267)-324-5764

Interested in a semi-private event, fully private event, or private aperitivo hour? | Contact us at events@pizzeriasalvy.com or (267)-324-5764 to learn more

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MikeGVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Staff is great, pizza is very good but prices are crazy high.

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Experience

Salvy Saturdays

Burrata

4.8

4.8 (1297)

$30 and under

Italian

South Philly

About the restaurant

Burrata is the creation of Dejvi Furxhi. This Italian BYOB, located in the heart of Passyunk, serves authentic Italian cuisine with a modern twist. Burrata offers diners 2 and 4-top tables lit with tea light candles - perfect for a cozy date night or dinner with friends and family.
Experience the best and freshest produce, never frozen and cooked-to-order, with our homemade pasta dishes, seafood selections, and nightly specials.
Do not forget to BYOB your fave wine, Rose or Prosecco.
And make sure to end the night with something sweet from our "impossible-to-pass on" desserts. Make your reservation today!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious food, warm and attentive service; we are so pleased that we chose Burrata for our special family birthday dinner. We all ordered and enjoyed a three course meal (a rarity) because of the quality of the food and the service and the atmosphere of the restaurant. Thank you!

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Fiorella Philadelphia

4.9

4.9 (118)

$31 to $50

Italian

Bella Vista

About the restaurant

The Fiorella you see today is still the intimate space you know & love! Chef Marc Vetri and his team bring decades of talent & experience to this special space, creating a truly memorable dining experience. Pasta is the main event at Fiorella, with rotating antipasti and desserts rounding out the menu.

A la carte seating is available both in our indoor dining room and outdoor patio, year round.

Indoor seating is predominantly at our chef's counter, with a few high-top tables outlining the space. Table vs. counter reservations are seated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Patio seating is shaded from sun in summer and insulated with heaters in winter. Due to the nature of outdoor reservations, Fiorella may have to cancel outdoor service for severe weather.

Looking to dine with a larger group or want to try a different taste of Fiorella? Join us upstairs for our Pasta Club chef's selection!

From the whole Fiorella Team, thank you for your continual love and support!

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Abraham

Dined 4 days ago

Great restaurant. The food is wonderful and the intimacy makes it feel very special.

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Experience

Fiorella Pasta Club - Upstairs Tasting Menu

Experience

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Experience

Trattoria Fiorella - Upstairs Tasting Menu

Village Vine, Wine Bar + Bistro

4.9

4.9 (106)

$31 to $50

Wine Bar

Swarthmore

About the restaurant

Village Vine is an award winning wine bar and bistro in historic Swarthmore, Pennsylvania just a short train or car ride from Center City Philadelphia. VV brings together sustainable, unique delicious wines by the glass, flight and bottle, original craft cocktails, and Chef/Owner John Hearn's delicious and inspired shareable dishes made from local, regional and seasonal ingredients. Experience the joys of lesser known wine-producing locales, innovative cocktails and the foods that accompany them.

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esther

Dined 1 day ago

First time but not our last. On our way to a play and wanted a great meal before. Perfect spot. Delicious food, amazing service. We brought my great niece and she was treated so well! Highly recommend.

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