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- JJasmineLas Vegas •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoOne of my favorite spots. Took my mom here for her birthday we even tried new apps and entrees. If you love guac get the crab or mango or both I promise it won’t disappoint!More infoEl VezPrice: Moderate• Mexican / Southwestern• Center City•4.8
- Aadarrel fisherPhiladelphia County •15 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoFrom the moment we walked in and they held the door open for us to quickly being greeted and sat at our reserved table it was wonderful. The appetizers were tasty. We had the Estia chips, octopus, and the beets. Our meals were served hot and in a timely fashion. We had the lamb chops, the sea bass, and the chicken dish. Everything was done well and they gave us the necessary attention without being overbearing. All of the food was tasty and no need to add anything to enhance the flavors. It is fine dining and the price reflects that but it is worth the splurge.More infoEstia - PhiladelphiaPrice: Very Expensive• Greek• Center City•4.8
- CChristianAtlantic City / South Jersey Shore •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoOh it was great. The atmosphere was nice, the food was non stop, and it was just so much fun. I’m booking again for the summer but I’d go back again. The staff was friendly and just right there when you need them.More infoFogo de Chao - PhiladelphiaPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Center City•4.3
- GGeraldVIPPhiladelphia County •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoAlways great food. We went on Valentine’s Day without high expectations, as most restaurants usually pack people in and rush them Out. We were very pleasantly surprised. We were not rushed and the quality was excellent as it always is. Can’t go wrong at the Capital GrilleMore infoThe Capital Grille - PhiladelphiaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Center City•4.7
- SStephanieVIPPhiladelphia County •9 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoAlways a beautiful dining experience at Del Friscos. Went for Valentines Day and night before Eagles Parade! Hostess changed our table when we weren’t happy and multiple check ins throughout the evening by maître de. Sea Bass melts in your mouth and the Filet was perfectly cooked. Highly recommend.More infoDel Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - PhiladelphiaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Center City•4.6
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Maybe you got engaged on the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art or just picked up the keys to your first rowhouse. It could be that your kid is (finally) toilet trained, or that your noisy neighbor moved away. Sometimes, simply surviving another Tuesday can be an occasion to celebrate over a restaurant meal. It doesn’t have to be fancy. What makes an occasion special isn’t an arbitrary date on the calendar—it’s the decision to celebrate. Luckily, Philadelphia bursts with places where the food and atmosphere lend themselves to living it up. Grab dinner and a jazz show at a swinging North Broad Street faithful. Opt for a quieter night at a critically acclaimed, plant-based gem in Midtown Village. Or splurge on a swanky steakhouse that presides over a corner of Rittenhouse Park. Whether you’re after an intimate spot for an anniversary date or a convivial atmosphere for a boisterous reunion, Philadelphia has you covered with these 12 celebration-worthy restaurants.
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Discover Center City
The whole world should knows that there’s more to the diverse dining scene of Center City than cheesesteaks and hoagies. Israeli, Mexican, Japanese and a melting pot of other cuisines are dished up daily in the shadow of the Liberty Bell. French bistros are becoming as commonplace as Italian delis. If you haven’t tried black truffle pizza, what’s stopping you? Whether it’s a cocoa-cured rack of lamb or a vegan wood-roasted carrot that you’re craving, Center City likely has it. Fine dining establishments and casual rooftop bars co-exist in perfect harmony, and top chefs collaborate rather than compete. By the way, the iconic cheesesteaks and hoagies aren't bad either.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Center City Philadelphia is A Taste of Spain
The best vegan restaurants in Center City Philadelphia are Charlie was a sinner., Bar Bombon and Estia - Philadelphia
The best vegetarian restaurants in Center City Philadelphia are Estia - Philadelphia, High Street Restaurant & Bar and Charlie was a sinner.
The restaurants with the best service in Center City Philadelphia are aMuse- Le Meridien Hotel- Philadelphia, P.S. & Co. and Chima Steakhouse - Philadelphia
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Center City Philadelphia are aMuse- Le Meridien Hotel- Philadelphia, P.S. & Co. and Veda - Modern Indian Bistro
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