Best Brunch Restaurants in Clifton Heights

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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PhiladelphiaWestern Suburbs

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BrewerytownCenter CityCity LineFishtownFolsomHavertown

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Award-winning

James Beard Award

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

63 restaurants available nearby

1. The Ridley House

3.8

Excellent(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Folsom

Booked 2 times today

The Ridley House is a New AmericanRestaurant & Bar modeled after a traditionalHall & Parlor Home. The space is comprisedof three unique rooms & seasonal outdoorbeer garden. Guests can enjoy options fromour rustic American Farm Fare menu,handcrafted cocktails, & robust selection ofcraft beer.____________________________________________________________________________________________________Thank you for choosing The Ridley House for your dining experience! We are delighted to host you and your guests. For parties of 12 or more, we offer a specially curated menu to ensure seamless service. Please note that an 18% Gratuity will automatically be added to the bill for parties of 6 or more. Additionally, we can accommodate up to four payment cards per check. Please note a card must be on file to confirm large reservations for 12+, we look forward to serving you!

2. Tavola Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(2427)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Springfield

Booked 15 times today

Tavola Restaurant + Bar offers a one of a kind indoor and al fresco dining experience with a newly renovated and impressive outdoor patio featuring golf course views, fire pits, and relaxing atmosphere. Tavola offers an extensive bar menu with a robust wine list, beer list (including seasonals and crafts) and inventive signature cocktails made with fresh ingredients from our on-site vegetable and herb gardens. Tavola is open to the public daily, serving lunch, dinner, drinks and Sunday Brunch, with daily specials accompanied by live acoustic music (see our entertainment calendar for a full schedule). Advance reservations are recommended for all guests through Open Table and private parties are welcomed to contact our management team for accommodations. We look forward to seeing you soon!

3. Irie Entree

4.3

Awesome(283)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Jamaican • University City

Booked 5 times today

"Jamaica is not just the home of Reggae icon Bob Marley and a place where everything is IRIE. Jamaica is also known for having one of the most flavorful cuisines in the world. Our upscale-casual eatery and bar offers a truly authentic combination of the best that Jamaica has to offer through our music, culture - and of course, our amazing food. Our aim is to excite taste buds, create great vibe and leave our customers always wanting a repeat of their experience!"

A photo of Village Vine, Wine Bar + Bistro restaurant

4. Village Vine, Wine Bar + Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(128)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Swarthmore

Booked 2 times today

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.

5. Parc

4.8

Exceptional(17685)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 241 times today

Stephen Starr's stylish addition to Rittenhouse Square pays tribute to French cafe culture, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, ideal for a quick bite or a leisurely meal. Parc recalls the chic brasseries of Paris, serving classic French fare in a charming space. Red leather banquettes topped with frosted glass provide a sense of intimacy. Details such as well-worn wooden chairs, vintage framed paintings and photos and antique brass fixtures transport guests across the Atlantic. French doors spill onto a sidewalk terrace covered by a dark red awning perfect for dining "en plein air."

6. Brunch N

3.7

Very Good(19)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Center City

Booked 2 times today

Brunch N is a unique café located in china town downtown, serving southern inspired cuisine. Start your visit off with our signature crab cake eggrolls, followed up with our mouth watering shrimp and grits, finish with one of our signature mocktails. Rather your coming for a Brunch in the city or to turn on your laptop and finish some work we've got you covered. Stop by and see why we are known as a place where delicious taste better.

7. The Love

4.9

Exceptional(7551)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 177 times today

Aimee Olexy and Stephen Starr's The Love is a bi-level sanctuary features 150 seats, split between the main dining room, sidewalk seating, and an upper-level loft. The restaurant is a spirited and carefree neighborhood café celebrating everyday American cuisine. The menu is crafted around what’s truly seasonal and local, while the beverage program reflects the best of the region. This creative energy is matched by a front-of-house service staff passionate about providing homey hospitality morning, noon and night.

8. The Dandelion

4.7

Exceptional(8214)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Center City

Booked 130 times today

London's culinary revolution comes to Philadelphia with this unique gastro-pub. Cozy rooms and intimate bars create a storied, Old World aura, while updated seasonal takes on British food make up the menu. In keeping with tradition, our casks and tap craft beers are always rotating and classic family-style roasts are served on Sundays.

9. a.kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(2143)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French American • Center City

Booked 33 times today

a.kitchen is an all-day French-inspired American restaurant that offers reservations for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Their brunch menu features dishes like Franny's Panna Cotta, Fennel Sausage + Egg Sandwich, and Chicken Liver Benedict. It's a great spot for a relaxing brunch with a mix of French and American cuisines.

10. Talula’s Garden

4.9

Exceptional(13368)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Washington Square

Booked 131 times today

Behind the wrought iron gate, past the herbaceous patio and through the atrium is Talula's Garden, the warm and elegant Washington Square eatery from Aimee Olexy and Starr Restaurants. The modern menu, prepared with carefully-sourced ingredients and a light European touch, changes with the seasons. The artful cuisine, hospitable staff, sustainable spirits, and a focus on cheese make the dining experience here incredibly memorable.

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sunshine
Philadelphia County •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Absolutely wonderful lunch! The food and service were excellent, and we enjoyed our window table with a view of the comings and goings to Rittenhouse Square.
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ParcPrice: Expensive• French• Rittenhouse Square
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4.8
SA
SheilaA
Philadelphia County •1 review
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food and service was good, however food was not hot coming out. It was warm. Very small portion of cabbage.
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Irie EntreePrice: Expensive• Jamaican• University City
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4.3
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Lori
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Both the service and food were excellent, the wine was also a good value
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Village Vine, Wine Bar + BistroPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Swarthmore
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4.8
RW
RoadWarriorVIP
Greater Boston •53 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
We arrived for lunch while we were traveling through the area. The food was excellent, wait staff was accommodating and friendly, environment was comfortable. I highly recommend.
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Tavola RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Springfield
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4.6
PF
PhilliesFanVIP
Philadelphia County •93 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 23, 2025
Simple Irish Menu. Too many potatoes for my taste. Irish stew was tasty, but 80% potato and three bites of meat. Giant potato wedges, with one thin piece of fish in the fish and chips, again tasted fine, just overwhelmed by potato.
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The Ridley HousePrice: Moderate• American• Folsom
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3.8

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