Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Old City

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1. Amada PHL

4.7

Exceptional(8730)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Old City

Booked 52 times today

Amada is an Andalusian tapas bar & restaurant where Chef Jose Garces embraces the rich traditions of Spanish gastronomy while incorporating avant-garde cooking techniques in a gorgeous rustic-chic settingSpecialties of the HouseSpanish Octopus, Garlic Shrimp, Tortilla Española, Paella Valenciana, Whole Roasted Suckling Pig (Call to order 72 hours in advance, excluding Sundays), Seasonal Sangrías, Cocktails, and Wine.Private Parties: Amada welcomes groups of all sizes. Festive settings, service and menus are perfect for intimate dinners with friends, special occasions and holidays, corporate meetings and staff parties. Events can be booked throughout the restaurant and in our private dining rooms seven days a week. For parties of 10 or more, please call our private events team at 267-284-7979 or email events@garcesgroup.com

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2. Buddakan - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(11366)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Old City

Booked 164 times today

Stephen Starr’s Buddakan is a spectacular restaurant featuring exotic flavors of modern Asian cuisine with creativity and drama. Bon Appetit notes, "The mostly white space is striking, with a lit-from-within communal table in the middle of the room, a waterfall & a ten-foot, candle-bedecked Buddha. The religious icon watches over hip customers indulging in pan-Asian cuisine that far surpasses the fare usually found at hot spots like this." Newsweek reports, "Design also serves as a signifier for cuisine. You walk into Buddakan, one of the hottest new restaurants in Philadelphia, past a shimmering waterfall & Japanese river stones & you say to yourself, 'ginger-miso everything' even before you see the magnificent 10-foot Buddha dominating the dining room." Named one of “America's Top 50 Restaurants" by Travel & Leisure and 'Top Restaurant for Fun' by Gourmet, Buddakan has become one of the country's most talked about restaurants.

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3. Fork - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(5135)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Old City

Booked 51 times today

Fork has been part of Philadelphia's exciting dining scene for over 25 years. Always evolving , Fork has stayed true to its mission, with a commitment to seasonality, carefully sourced local ingredients grown and produced by local farmers, producers and fishermen. Located in Old City, a neighborhood of art galleries, shops and independent small businesses, Fork is completely consistent with that spirit. The dining room includes gorgeous contemporary murals and a newly updated central bar where you can watch the action in our open kitchen or relax and enjoy the warm hospitality offered by our team.James Beard Winner-Outstanding Restaurateur, Ellen Yin, 2024James Beard Foundation Finalist - Outstanding Restaurateur, Ellen Yin, 2018, 2019, 2021; Best Chef Mid-Atlantic, Eli Kulp 2016Esquire - "100 Restaurants We Can't Afford to Lose" 20% service fee added to all checks

4. Red Owl Tavern

4.4

Awesome(1486)

Price: Expensive

• American • Old City

Booked 6 times today

Neighborly meets sophisticated at Red Owl, a modern tavern in the heart of Old City, just across from the Liberty Bell. Among soaring windows and cozy tables, the kitchen serves up smart, stylish takes on American staples (a cheesesteak never tasted as good as ours, made with premium shaved rib-eye). When paired with craft beers and classic cocktails, it’s a clever balance of fancy and familiar, with a dash of Philly flair.We look forward to seeing you soon!

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5. Ogawa Sushi & Kappo Omakase

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4.6

Exceptional(2)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Old City

Booked 5 times today

Experience an exceptional journey through the artistry of edomae sushi at Ogawa, located in historic Old City, Philadelphia. Led by acclaimed Chef Minoru Ogawa, previously featured in the Washington DC Michelin Guide, Ogawa offers a fresh and expertly curated omakase experience. Using the highest-quality ingredients sourced directly from Japan, including fish flown in from Tokyo’s renowned Toyosu Market, each dish is a celebration of tradition and precision.Complement your meal with thoughtfully selected sake pairings, or explore the menu of premium Japanese beer, whiskey, and unique sake options.Ogawa operates by reservation only, with two seatings available Wednesday through Sunday. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a truly elevated dining experience brought to you by a master of his craft.

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6. Fiorella Philadelphia

4.9

Exceptional(134)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bella Vista

Booked 70 times today

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!

7. Moshulu

4.6

Exceptional(8721)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Penn's Landing

Booked 32 times today

Moshulu is one of the most unique dining experiences in Philadelphia aboard a ship. Dine indoors in our newly remodeled dining rooms or outdoors in the open-air or covered decks. Our menu features modern American fare including the freshest seafood, steaks, and sushi. Paired with seasonal craft cocktails, canned beer, and an extensive wine list. Reservations are recommended and available for indoor tables and outdoor dining under the covered tent. We look forward to seeing you!

8. Bistro Romano

4.8

Exceptional(4984)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Society Hill

Booked 20 times today

This Historic Landmark in Society Hill, nestled in an 18th century granary, will stimulate your senses with an ambiance of candlelight and casual elegance while creating an unforgettable dining experience. Wine Spectator Award for our wine list! Voted a “Best of Philly” Restaurant, guests enjoy Bistro Romano’s acclaimed Regional Italian Cuisine and rave of the award-winning Caesar Salad and the romantic underground wine cellar for two to four. Wine Cellar reservations book the Wine Cellar Experience on OpenTable. We are now celebrating our 36th year! Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence (Two Glasses). Over 750 wine selections, including 20 by the glass.

9. Mawn

(0)

Price: Expensive

• Cambodian • Bella Vista

Mawn is a noodle house with “no rules,” and the first restaurant for Chef Phila Lorn and his wife Rachel, who bring with them close to 20 years of experience in Philly’s restaurant scene. Phila, pronounced “Pee La,” broken English for Philadelphia, is a first-generation Cambodian-American chef. The first in his family to be born here, his parents and siblings came to Philadelphia as refugees in 1985 after surviving the war in Cambodia.Mawn, which means “chicken” in Khmer, the Cambodian language, represents more than one thing. To Phila, chicken was at every meal growing up, and to his parents, chicken represented peacetime. During the war and genocide of the Cambodian people, there was mostly only what was found in nature to eat, including rice and salt. If there was chicken, it meant no war. At the end of that dark time, recipes were lost, and culture was wiped out, but through survival, a new authenticity was born.

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10. Vetri Cucina - Philadelphia

4.9

Exceptional(2382)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Center City

Booked 26 times today

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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Sarah
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
One of the best dinner experiences we've had in a long time. The food and drinks were incredible, the service was excellent, and the restaurant is beautiful. We didn't leave a single crumb on our plates!
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Fork - PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Old City
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4.7
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Hanan
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall great, quick service and delicious food! We did dine early, and I could see the kitchen slowly down during peak hours
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Amada PHLPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Old City
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4.7
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Karishma
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Was great way to celebrate the new year. Food is very reasonably priced, and is served family style. Great portions. The cool on the sea bass was amazing, it melted like butter and the veg complimented it well. The plum sake was a favorite of the alcohol, and the sunrise was the favorite of the mock-tails, best served with a splash of sparkling water. Overall was a great experience and will be returning especially to have ray as our server. He was fantastic.
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Buddakan - PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Old City
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4.7
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Renee
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Awesome experience! The food was amazing. We were celebrating my husband’s birthday. It was definitely a great way to spend the evening. The staff was extremely attentive and Chef Carlos was so incredibly talented. We would highly recommend this restaurant.
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Ogawa Sushi & Kappo OmakasePrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Old City
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4.6
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Liana
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Went there for Christmas brunch. Great food, ambience and staff!
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Red Owl TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Old City
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4.4

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47 restaurants available nearby

1. Amada PHL

2. Buddakan - Philadelphia

3. Fork - Philadelphia

4. Red Owl Tavern

5. Ogawa Sushi & Kappo Omakase

6. Fiorella Philadelphia

7. Moshulu

8. Bistro Romano

9. Mawn

10. Vetri Cucina - Philadelphia

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