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1. Craftsman Row Saloon

4.4

Price: Moderate

• American • Old City

Booked 9 times today

Craftsman Row Saloon is a blast! It's known for its festive atmosphere and seasonal decor. Reviews rave about the 'fun cocktails' and 'creative presentations'. Their menu, featuring iconic burgers and unique sandwiches like the Doritos Mozzarella Sticks and French Toast Burger, is always a crowd pleaser. Plus, it's a great spot for family and friends to share experiences.

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2. High Street Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(84)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 32 times today

Located in the historic Franklin Building, High Street is a modern American eatery and bar that celebrates the essence of local grains. With an on-site bakery at the heart of our culinary creations, we pride ourselves on crafting artisanal breads, pastries, pizzas, and handmade pastas that showcase the best of the region.Under the guidance of Chef Christina McKeough, our seasonal menu highlights the bounty of local producers, offering a fresh take on classic flavors and dishes. Our commitment to supporting American winemakers adds an exciting dimension to your dining experience, with a carefully curated selection of wines to complement your meal.At High Street Restaurant, we invite you to savor the rich tapestry of flavors that define our culinary philosophy, blending tradition, innovation, and a passion for local ingredients.Parties of 7 or more require a credit card on file and are required to participate in our "Leave It To Us" menu.

3. Morimoto

4.7

Exceptional(6779)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Center City

Booked 64 times today

Morimoto is serving contemporary Japanese cuisine. Chef Masaharu Morimoto of Iron Chef prepares traditional dishes with a modern flair.

4. The Morris

4.7

Exceptional(336)

Price: Expensive

• American • Center City

Booked 37 times today

The Morris is a new restaurant and bar in a truly unique location. It’s connected to a boutique, 17 room colonial hotel and courtyard located right next to Washington Square Park. We have a scratch kitchen that only uses the freshest ingredients available by season. Our bar program consists of delicious hand-crafted cocktails, organic wines, selection of local beers, and spirit-free beverages. Whether it's for a casual night out, business dinner, or date night, we are so excited to serve you in our newly renovate dining room or in the garden courtyard*! *We want to inform our guests that the courtyard is fully tented and heated throughout the winter!

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5. Buca D'oro Ristorante

4.5

Awesome(694)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Society Hill

Booked 24 times today

Just two blocks away from the Italian market and in the heart of Washington Square Park serving Fresh Amalfi coast Italian cuisine, Buca D’oro Ristorante continues the tradition of sparing nothing to provide the highest quality ingredients in all our dishes. Buca D’oro is dedicated to delivering the finest Italian cuisine with one of the most innovative and interesting menus in Philadelphia. Our extensive ala carte menu is sure to appeal to even the finest of palates, as well as a wide variety of fine imported and domestic wines and cocktails in a beautiful multi-room venue. Great for intimate or large parties for lunch or dinner being served by professional old-school and friendly waiters. Make reservations by phone, on our website, or on Open Table. Walk-ins are also encouraged. Parking accommodations at parkway Walnut towers with a discounted rate for evening parking at $10 from 5pm to 5 am. Address: 800 Walnut street phila pa 19107.

6. Red Owl Tavern

4.4

Awesome(1486)

Price: Expensive

• American • Old City

Booked 13 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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7. LaScala's Fire - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(3277)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old City

Booked 25 times today

LaScala’s Fire, located in the heart of Philadelphia, is a fresh and vibrant addition to the Center City community! With a blend of Italian and American dishes, decadent desserts, handcrafted cocktails, 16 craft beers on tap and more, this will surely become your new favorite spot to eat in the city!

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8. Umami Steak and Sushi Bar

4.5

Awesome(123)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Old City

Booked 12 times today

At UMAMI STEAK & SUSHI BAR, we spotlight this taste as we combine traditional Japanese techniques with premium fish and steaks to bring you a delicious dining experience.

9. Bleu Sushi

4.8

Exceptional(613)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Center City

Booked 9 times today

Welcome To Bleu Sushi Japanese Restaurant!Bleu Sushi brings the rich culinary arts of Japan right to Center City, Philadelphia. Recognized as being a premier BYOB restaurant with the best sushi in Philly, Bleu Sushi gives a fresh take on Japanese cuisine. No wonder customers everywhere have deemed Bleu Sushi the best sushi in town. Furthermore, we are constantly thinking of new food and ideas at Bleu Sushi, thats where the Bleu Bot comes into play. We want to enhance our customers contact-less pick-up experience during the pandemic while implementing a little humor. With that said, our mechanical robotic arm and our outdoor dining patio are all here, ready to serve our beloved clienteles.

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10. Talula's Daily - Secret Supper Club

4.8

Exceptional(675)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Washington Square

From the acclaimed team of Talula's Table and Talula's Garden this community market, cafe, bakery, coffee, and cheese shop serve an exclusive supper Tuesday - Sunday with reservations available for groups of 1-12 between the hours of 6pm-9:30pm. Each months' menu is a series of five seasonal & locally inspired courses including owner Aimee Olexy's well-known cheese service to scrumptious sweets & fresh Talula's bread. The pre-fix, tasting menu "Supper" is $55 per person. A curated wine and beer list show affordable, boutique selections intended to make the market by day and the supper by night a Daily, weekly, or monthly habit. Menus can be viewed at TalulasDaily.com. Reservations can be rare and book rapidly at this secret, hand-crafted supper club brought to you by Stephen Starr and Aimee Olexy. It is small, ultra-seasonal, and beyond memorable.

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Heidi
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Another amazing dinner at Morimoto, Philadelphia! The food was wonderful and creative. Service is always the best and the interior vibrant yet peaceful. One of our favorites!
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MorimotoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Center City
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4.7
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PhilVIP
Philadelphia County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
What a hidden gem. Service and food were outstanding ! Decor and ambiance were very nice.
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The MorrisPrice: Expensive• American• Center City
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4.7
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Linda
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Dining at Buca D'oro perfectly compliments a play at the Walnut Street Theater. Here you can purchase a parking ticket for $10 for the parking garage located directly across Walnut Street from the theater. The atmosphere is warm and intimate. The servers are friendly and professional. They accommodate my gluten/dairy allergies effortlessly which makes me come back regularly. The fileted Bronzino was melt-in-your-mouth and enhanced with balsamic vinegar and basil. The Arrabbiata sauce with veal sausage on GF penne pasta contained just the right amount of heat and flavors. Our glass of wine was generously poured - none of that "premeasuring" nonsense! 15% discount honored with walnut street theater tickets rounding out the perfect dining experience!
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Buca D'oro RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Society Hill
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4.5
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CarolynVIP
London •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We love Craftsman Row! The holiday pop ups are so fun and festive. The food is always delicious and the menu has so much variety. The drinks are so good too.
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Craftsman Row SaloonPrice: Moderate• American• Old City
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4.4
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eileen
Philadelphia County •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Loved our meal. We were seated at a quiet corner booth, so our group of old friends could enjoy great food as well as conversation Very pleased and will likely return before our next Walnut street theater matinee.
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High Street Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Center City
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4.8

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1. Craftsman Row Saloon

2. High Street Restaurant & Bar

3. Morimoto

4. The Morris

5. Buca D'oro Ristorante

6. Red Owl Tavern

7. LaScala's Fire - Philadelphia

8. Umami Steak and Sushi Bar

9. Bleu Sushi

10. Talula's Daily - Secret Supper Club

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