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1. La Collina Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1485)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Bala Cynwyd
Booked 27 times today
La Collina Restaurant is a gem for special occasions, known for its world-class cuisine, exceptional service, and stunning hilltop views. It's a favorite spot for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, and other special events. As one reviewer put it, 'La Collina is my absolute best restaurant to celebrate a special occasion.' The staff are 'friendly and attentive', the food is 'delicious' and the ambiance is 'warm and beautiful', making it the perfect place to create lasting memories.
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2. Pescatore BYOB
4.6
Exceptional(1952)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Bala Cynwyd
Booked 10 times today
Pescatore BYOB specializes in Italian Cuisine with a rustic, Mediterranean flair. Pastas are made fresh each day, and all fish is caught and brought to your plate directly from the boat.
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3. Akwaaba Tea Salon
4.9
Exceptional(79)
Price: Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • West Philadelphia
Booked 8 times today
Whether you come cute with your girls, make it a date with your mate, visit as a mommy-daughter duo or take time just for you, Akwaaba Tea Salon & Event Space offers 90 minutes of pure indulgence in a sophisticated sanctuary. Here’s where you can take a breath while you take a sip of fine, loose-leaf teas and experience a cultural spin on traditional English High Tea fare. Think deviled eggs with a chunk of Southern-fried chicken instead of egg salad finger sandwiches. And homemade peach cobbler and banana pudding upstage macaroons every time! Oh, and did we mention the live jazz music at our 1 pm Sunday seating?!Akwaaba Tea Salon and Event Space is the latest hospitality experience from Monique Greenwood, the former Essence magazine editor-in-chief who took the lodging industry by storm with the 1995 launch of her award-winning Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns, one of which is in Philadelphia, right down the street from the new tea salon and event space.
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4. Iron Hill Brewery - Chestnut Hill
4.1
Excellent(2161)
Price: Moderate
• American • Chestnut Hill
Booked 7 times today
Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. We're passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from–scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff.
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5. Parc
4.8
Exceptional(17684)
Price: Expensive
• French • Rittenhouse Square
Booked 253 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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6. The Love
4.9
Exceptional(7548)
Price: Expensive
• American • Rittenhouse Square
Booked 170 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.
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7. Barclay Prime
4.8
Exceptional(5505)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Rittenhouse Square
Booked 86 times today
Barclay Prime is a luxury boutique steakhouse serving a traditional yet modern menu in a comfortable & contemporary setting.
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8. Saloon Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2640)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • South Philly
Booked 62 times today
Saloon Restaurant is a special occasion destination with its warm, casual atmosphere and excellent food. As quoted from the reviews, it's a 'spectacular establishment' for Valentine’s Day, a 'fantastic birthday celebration place', a 'perfect setting for a friends dinner' and a 'go to place for special occasion'. With its authentic local antiques and vintage bars, it creates a unique and memorable dining experience.
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9. Buddakan - Philadelphia
4.8
Exceptional(11464)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Old City
Booked 111 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. The Dandelion
4.7
Exceptional(8214)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Center City
Booked 134 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.
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  • Jason
    Philadelphia County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We sat outside for our anniversary dinner and the staff was so friendly and helpful the entire time. Our food came out in a decent time and was very good. The view from Parc’s outside dining is a beautiful view to have with your meal and I highly recommend it!
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    ParcPrice: Expensive• French• Rittenhouse Square
    •
    4.8
  • Bridget
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    If I could rate higher than 5 stars, I would! Everything about our experience at Akwaaba was beyond perfect. We were immediately greeted by Joe, who was friendly, knowledgeable, and fun for the entirety of our service. The tea selection is wonderful and there’s definitely something for everyone. The food was absolutely outstanding!! I cannot speak highly enough about how delicious everything was. You can tell the level of thought, detail, and love that goes into every bite. I enjoyed myself immensely and would go again in a heartbeat!
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    Akwaaba Tea SalonPrice: Expensive• Afternoon Tea• West Philadelphia
    •
    4.9
  • Gloria
    Philadelphia County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We were a. small party celebrating a. friend’s birthday at Iron Hill . The waiter Andrew provided outstanding customer service ensuring our meal and celebration was a delightful experience. I recommend to anyone.
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    Iron Hill Brewery - Chestnut HillPrice: Moderate• American• Chestnut Hill
    •
    4.1
  • EleanorVIP
    Philadelphia County •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We had an excellent lunch but was surprised there waa not. a lunch menu .
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    La Collina RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bala Cynwyd
    •
    4.7
  • love2dineVIP
    Philadelphia County •63 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 4, 2025
    Truly a neighborhood Gem restaurant! Love this place
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    Pescatore BYOBPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bala Cynwyd
    •
    4.6

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