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The Best Italian Restaurants In Philadelphia
Where to eat Italian food in Philly when you aren’t willing to settle.
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Laurel
Laurel is an upscale French spot in East Passyunk that’s perfect for celebrating something big.
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Smiley's Cafe
Smiley's Cafe is a Mediterranean restaurant and smoothie shop in Manayunk that has a long menu of veggie sandwiches (all for $15 and under).
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Townsend EPX
Townsend is a little French place on Passyunk that’s perfect for a fourth or 15th date.
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Barbuzzo Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar
Barbuzzo is a great place in Center City for a low-key date, or any other time you want some charcuterie, pizza, and pasta.
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Sakana Omakase Sushi
Sakana is a casual Japanese BYOB in Queen Village with one of the most affordable omakase options in the city.
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Mawn
Mawn in Bella Vista is BYOB perfect for a cozy date night or group dinner. Share fragrant bowls of crispy soft-shell shrimp, braised chicken curry, and noodles.
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Umami Steak and Sushi Bar
Umami Steak and Sushi Bar is a Japanese restaurant in Old City that's great for a casual night of sushi or a lively omakase experience.
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Tabachoy
Tabachoy is a cozy Filipino restaurant that serves excellent fried chicken, noodles, and other unforgettable small plates.
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Kichi Omakase
Kichi Omakase is a 15-course omakase spot in Midtown Village where you can get premium cuts of seafood for under $100.
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The Pillow Fort Guide: The Coziest Restaurants In Philadelphia
15 restaurants that feel like a hug from Gritty.
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My Loup
My Loup near Rittenhouse Square is a French Restaurant that's an easy choice for an intimate date night, fun group dinner, or martini-fueled catch-up with friends.
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Fiorino
Fiorino is a cozy Italian BYOB in East Falls where you can get classic dishes like calamari, spaghetti and clams, and veal saltimbocca.
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Zorba's Tavern
Fairmount’s Zorba’s Tavern has an array of cozy things, like a small dining room, silky hummus, and smoky charcoal chicken pitas.
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The Good King Tavern
The Good King Tavern in Bella Vista serves French pub food that’s way better than what you’ll find at your average neighborhood tavern.
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The Philly Break-Up Guide: Where To Eat When Your World Ends
When you finally stop playing “Officially Missing You” and need food.
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Kick Axe Throwing
Kick Axe Throwing is an axe-throwing bar in Old City that's perfect for date night or Happy Hour when you need to release some aggression.
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The Cheesecake Factory
The Cheesecake Factory in Center City is an American chain restaurant with a long menu and cheesecake people can't deny.
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Alshami House Mediterranean Cuisine
Alshami House Mediterranean Cuisine in Northeast Philly is good for a lot of situations on a casual weeknight.
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Dim Sum Factory - Krewstown
For dumplings and endless Shanghai noodle soups, head to Dim Sum Factory in Northeast Philly.
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River Twice
River Twice is an experimental tasting menu spot on East Passyunk that changes their menu every single night. It's great for birthdays, special occasions, and any night you want some of the most interesting food in the city.
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Shiroi Hana
Shiroi Hana is a sleek two-story Japanese restaurant in Rittenhouse that’s been a bastion for business people for over 30 years.
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Forin 2525
Forin is an all-day cafe and wine bar in Kensington that serves fantastic breakfast sandwiches and European small plates.
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Doro Bet
Doro Bet is a casual counter service spot in University City where you can devour pillowy mac and cheese, smothered wings, or Teff flour fried chicken.