Restaurants near Benjamin Franklin Museum

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1. Buddakan - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(11371)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Old City

Booked 142 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(5135)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Old City

Booked 56 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% gratuity added to all parties of 6+.

3. Mei Mei

4.4

Awesome(1511)

Price: Very Expensive

• Taiwanese • Old City

Booked 87 times today

Mei Mei led by Chef Jay Ho, is a vibrant cornerstone of Philadelphia's dining scene, offering a captivating blend of Asian fusion cuisine in the heart of Old City. Mei Mei is renowned for its lively atmosphere and innovative dishes that reflect Chef Jay Ho's creative vision and culinary expertise.The restaurant's ambiance is as inviting as it is stylish, with an energetic yet intimate vibe that sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're seeking a lively evening out with friends or a memorable meal for a special occasion, Mei Mei provides a welcoming environment that caters to all occasions.

4. Amada PHL

4.7

Exceptional(8733)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Old City

Booked 66 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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5. Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti

4.6

Exceptional(3971)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old City

Booked 37 times today

Enjoy the beauty of the Amalfi Coast in Italy right in Old City while dining at Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti. Whether stopping in for brunch, lunch, dinner or happy hour, you'll love the seeing Philadelphia from our 2nd story view point. Known primarily for our fresh fish and seafood, we welcome our guests to savor a menu full of delicious selections, including some favorite dishes such as our spicy fried calamari, zucchini crabcake, tagliatelle bolognese and our pork chop milanese.Weekend Brunch is available Saturday and Sunday from 11:30 am to 2:30pm. Enjoy our belgian waffles, avocado toast or brunch burger and pair them with our mimosa & sangria specials! Join us for happy hour Tuesday-Friday, between 4pm and 6pm.Outdoor Dining is available on both of our patios, and during warmer weather on our sidewalk cafe!

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6. Tomo Sushi & Ramen

4.9

Exceptional(689)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Old City

Booked 59 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.

7. AMINA

4.5

Awesome(1381)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Old City

Booked 42 times today

Owner Felicia Wilson and Chef Partner Darryl Harmon, who hails from Gouldstown, NJ in Cumberland County, which is considered the oldest black community in the U.S., is an award-winning chef for The Lure Group in New York City. He previously served as the Executive Chef at the Water Works Restaurant in Philadelphia between 2007 and 2012.

8. FRAME

4.2

Awesome(409)

Price: Expensive

• American • Old City

Booked 18 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. LaScala's Fire - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(3277)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old City

Booked 29 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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10. Spasso Italian Grill - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(2604)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old City

Booked 19 times today

Spasso Italian Grill has been a neighborhood favorite for 23 years, specializing in homemade pasta, fresh daily seafood and tender veal all served at reasonable prices. Our relaxed atmosphere, personalized service & great food are sure to make you a regular. We have delivery options with Door Dash.

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Wendy
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had appetizers and bao, and they were so good in flavor and texture that everything the next day was a little disappointing. Get the rock shrimp bao and the edamame dumplings.
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Buddakan - PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Old City
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Leopoldo
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The …Vale, Chicos! is excellent and at $27 per person a great value
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Amada PHLPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Old City
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4.7
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Sarah
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days 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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KatieVIP
Philadelphia County •302 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Generous and delicious spinach and fontina omelette and my date loved the short rib flat bread with broccoli rabe. Great place to grab a bite before or after a movie across the street.
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Positano Coast by Aldo LambertiPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old City
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4.6
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Josephina
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
Service was SLOWWWWW! In their defense it was packed in there. The food was good the drinks were better but the vibe was A1. It was like an upscale party that no one invited you to lol. Music is loud but it was still a chill vibe. It’s hot in there yall so dress accordingly.
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Mei MeiPrice: Very Expensive• Taiwanese• Old City
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4.4

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845 restaurants available nearby

1. Buddakan - Philadelphia

2. Fork - Philadelphia

3. Mei Mei

4. Amada PHL

5. Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti

6. Tomo Sushi & Ramen

7. AMINA

8. FRAME

9. LaScala's Fire - Philadelphia

10. Spasso Italian Grill - Philadelphia

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