Restaurants near Independence Mall

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32 restaurants available nearby

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1. Buddakan - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(11334)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Old City

Booked 105 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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2. Fork - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(5119)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Old City

Booked 29 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

3. Morimoto

4.7

Exceptional(6770)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Center City

Booked 88 times today

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

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4. Craftsman Row Saloon

4.5

Awesome(1157)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Old City

Booked 57 times today

We are famously known to provide holiday pop-ups with all the festivities and delights and are currently showcasing our Holiday Wonderland Pop Up. This holiday season we are even more super-sized and decked out than ever and ready to provide the festivities and delights of the holiday season. The drinks and food items will take you on a full sensory experience of the holiday. Whether inside or out, there is a perfect spot to take your holiday picture so have your camera ready!Our year round Iconic Burgers, Milkshakes and other Sandwiches such as our Doritos Mozzarella Sticks, French Toast Burger and Donut Fried Chicken sandwich are always on the menu as we continuously change it up seasonally. Every moment can be magical time to share experiences with family and friends so check back for our other seasonal pop ups. Proudly featured on The Travel Channel's Food Paradise, Fox29, 6ABC, Opentable’s Holiday lists and more!

5. Amada PHL

4.7

Exceptional(8723)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Old City

Booked 47 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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6. LaScala's Fire - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(3273)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old City

Booked 26 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!

7. Red Owl Tavern

4.4

Awesome(1482)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Old City

Booked 20 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!

8. FRAME

4.3

Awesome(406)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Old City

Booked 9 times today

Frame offers an intricately fused menu of flavors and influences in the form of a nostalgic late-night menu, seasonal dinner options, and smart craft cocktails. The alluring space encourages connection, encompassed by velvet-laced walls and intimate booth seating. Fueling new ideas surrounding the senses, Frame is best explored amongst friends through edgy food and drink choices.

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9. Tomo Sushi & Ramen

4.8

Exceptional(680)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Old City

Booked 7 times today

We are a BYOB sushi and ramen restaurant located in Old City, Philadelphia, serving traditional style sushi and ramen with a newfangled twist. Tomo was funded out of passion by two lifelong tomodachi (friends in Japanese): Sushi Chef Andy and Ramen Chef Steven.

10. Franklin Social Kitchen & Bar

3.6

Very Good(152)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Old City

Booked 3 times today

Franklin Social, at the Renaissance Hotel Philadelphia Downtown, serves up contemporary American dining in the heart of Philadelphia's Old City Historic District.Gather with friends, family and colleagues, as Ben Franklin frequently did in his time – He was quite the entertainer didn’t you know and enjoy a meal showcasing an attitude that's all Philly. Join us for a craft beer from around the corner, or an award-winning wine from around the world.Whether you're craving a quick bite or full meal, Franklin Social will bring you the best products and flavors from around the region to entice your taste buds. All of this Philly flair is brought to you by a friendly and engaging team that should make you feel right at home. Franklin Social allows you to take part in a piece of American history, while creating a piece of your own history all in a vibrant, welcoming environment.

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Richard
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful experience. Fantastic food and even better food.
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Buddakan - PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Old City
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4.7
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Gus
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our hostess assisted us in every way possible. She was incredible at helping us and we greatly appreciated her work!!! She was fantastic.
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Craftsman Row SaloonPrice: Moderate• American• Old City
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4.5
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Krunal
Philadelphia County •38 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Been a regular at Morimoto.The servers were good but not attentive as they were busy. The food was excellent. A suggestion would be to update the menu with more vegetarian options.
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MorimotoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Center City
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4.7
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Hilda
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Went here for brunch this past Saturday. We ordered from the family style brunch menu: $27 bucks a person for 3 appetizers, 1 entree each, and 2 sides. It was a great deal and the food was really good! Our server was attentive but not overbearing and super friendly and accommodating. While the appetizers and the sides are set, you get to choose your own entree out of 7 options. I got the sangria pancakes and my friend got the crab benedict. 10/10 recommend each entree. I would definitely go here again and you should too!
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Amada PHLPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Old City
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4.7
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Briellen
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 16, 2024
Had some of the best food I’ve ever eaten at Fork. The service was excellent and they went out of their way to offer recommendations to us while visiting Philly. Recommend it to anyone visiting who doesn’t want touristy vibes.
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Fork - PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Old City
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4.7

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