Best Lunch Restaurants in Upper North Philadelphia

116 restaurants available nearby

1. a.kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(2085)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Center City

Booked 30 times today

a.kitchen is an all-day French-inspired American restaurant under Executive Chef Eli Collins. His new bistro-style menu allows guests to stop by for a few small plates or enjoy a more traditional dinner or lunch. The restaurant continues to be a top wine destination in the country with its innovative natural and terroir driven list representing regions throughout the world. Reservations are available for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. a.bar, at 1737 Walnut Street, is the sibling to a.kitchen and has a cocktail focus. It also serves snacks, burgers, salads and other seasonal selections.

2. The Dandelion

4.7

Exceptional(8111)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Center City

Booked 131 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.

3. Parc

4.8

Exceptional(17404)

Price: Expensive

• French • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 252 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."

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4. Craftsman Row Saloon

4.5

Awesome(1134)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old City

Booked 79 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. El Vez

4.7

Exceptional(7026)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican / Southwestern • Center City

Booked 107 times today

A contemporary Mexican restaurant, El Vez offers many unique items such as mahi mahi tacos, ahi tuna tostadas, carne asada and pasilla braised pork pozole. Enjoy their made-to-order guacamole & margaritas with fresh-squeezed juices. Top off your meal with "The El Vez," a flourless chocolate cake, peanut butter mousse and carmelized bananas.

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6. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2150)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Center City

Booked 59 times today

For parties of 5 or larger, please contact the restaurant directly by visiting www.grancaffelaquila.com or calling 215.568.5600Authentic Italian Restaurant, Caffe, Bar, Luxury Italian Market, & Italian Culture School. The culinary and wine program is based on all 20 regions of Italy including wine, cocktail, and beer selections crafted by award winning culinary and wine director Riccardo Longo. The experience also featuring Gelato from the Italian Gelato Champion Maestro Stefano Biasini as well as award winning coffee roasted in house. Private events including Lunch, Dinner, Apertivo, and Tasting Menus designed to each groups desires. Best of Philly Readers Choice Best Italian Restaurant Winner and Gambero Rosso rated Top Italian Restaurants in the world; Featuring an expertly trained staff and authentic environment.2nd Floor Reservations are for Lunch & Dinner service only. Dessert service may be provided on our first level anytime.

7. Aleksandar

4.6

Exceptional(499)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Center City

Booked 8 times today

Aleksandar is the newest addition to the acclaimed Rittenhouse Square restaurant scene. We are inspired by seasonal ingredients, chef-driven techniques, and the traditions and flavors of ancestral and modern Europe. With floor-to-ceiling windows, large-scale original artwork, and cozy wood finishes, we at Aleksandar strive to marry Old World authenticity and modern culinary flare. Aleksandar is an approachable introduction to different corners of Europe, a place to discover new flavors and old traditions. Reservations are highly recommended. Walk-ins are accommodated whenever possible. We look forward to your visit!

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8. Fork - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(5116)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Old City

Booked 28 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

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9. Buddakan - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(11321)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Old City

Booked 95 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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10. Vetri Cucina - Philadelphia

4.9

Exceptional(2364)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Center City

Booked 12 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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MariaVIP
Philadelphia County •55 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always the perfect spot for a reunion with friends! Parc’s food, service and professional staff met all our expectations today: from the seafood appetizers to the the trout amandine, comforting roasted chicken, delicious mussels, and chicken paillard, everyone enjoyed their lunch. Our server, Tiffany, was wonderful.
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ParcPrice: Expensive• French• Rittenhouse Square
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4.8
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Julia
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food and atmosphere were amazing as always! However it was noticeably understaffed in the week before Christmas. The staff that were there were great but you could tell they were doing it all.
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Craftsman Row SaloonPrice: Moderate• American• Old City
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4.5
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Patricia
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is my favorite place to eat...food is great, people are wonderful!!
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The DandelionPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Center City
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4.7
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Paige
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This was a great first time experience! I loved every single thing! The ambience, the apps, the drinks, the main entree. I will most definitely be back. We shared chips and salsa as well as the bazooka guac. If was so fresh and the flavors were amazing. I had mahi tacos and a side of plantains. The meal was hot, and again super fresh and tasty! My friend and her mom shared the fajitas for 2. It came out on a sizzle plate with lots of toppings. It was Hot & timely. Our margs were superb. You won’t be disappointed!!!
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El VezPrice: Moderate• Mexican / Southwestern• Center City
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4.7
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Joanna
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall the experience was great! We ordered a bunch of the smaller plates to share, the oysters and scallops were amazing! Can’t forget the clams either. Cocktails were 10/10 as well!
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a.kitchenPrice: Expensive• French American• Center City
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4.7

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116 restaurants available nearby

1. a.kitchen

2. The Dandelion

3. Parc

4. Craftsman Row Saloon

5. El Vez

6. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant

7. Aleksandar

8. Fork - Philadelphia

9. Buddakan - Philadelphia

10. Vetri Cucina - Philadelphia

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