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1. The Twisted Tail
4.4
Awesome(1626)
Price: Moderate
• American • Society Hill
Booked 20 times today
The Twisted Tail is a bi-level restaurant, bar and live music venue featuring a charcoal-fired grill, a wealth of bourbon selections and the rollicking ambiance of a "juke joint" (or old school Southern music hall). The inventive menu highlights ingredients in their simplest form, flame-broiled over live coals for rich, authentic flavor.Inside a warm, welcoming dining space makes The Twisted Tail South Street’s best place to catch a band - and a bite.
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2. Bistro Romano
4.9
Exceptional(5081)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Society Hill
Booked 8 times today
This Historic Landmark in Society Hill, just off Headhouse Square, nestled in an 18th century granary, will stimulate your senses with an ambiance of candlelight and casual elegance while creating an unforgettable dining experience. Voted a “Best of Philly” Restaurant, guests enjoy Bistro Romano’s acclaimed Regional Italian Cuisine with an innovative twist and rave of the award-winning Caesar Salad and house-made pastas. Don't miss the Wine Cellar Experience, a secluded table for two or four guests, rose petal topped table, 5 course Chef Tasting Menu, with limoncellos to finish. Our Wine List has received the prestigious Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence (Two Glasses). Over 700 wine selections, including 20 by the glass. Celebrating 37 years on Lombard, we look forward to your arrival.
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3. Tamalex Bar & Grill
4.2
Awesome(12)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Society Hill
Booked 3 times today
Tamalex Bar and Grill restaurant in the very heart of historical Philadelphia in Society Hill. Our address is well known to locals as the most home-like and authentic in the city! Please visit our website to make a reservation. We look forward to seeing you!
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4. Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub
4.4
Awesome(20)
Price: Moderate
• American • Society Hill
A friendly and social dining experience with elegant tables and a full bar in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub combines the comforting trends of an American diner with authentic and home cooked Irish fare. Sample menu items include nachos, potato skins, chicken cheesesteak sandwiches, BBQ pork sliders, shepherd�s pie, pizza, burgers and more. Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub offers special events on a weekly basis, allowing customers a chance to indulge in hearty food and drinks while socializing with the community. Enjoy an extensive list of beers and cocktails to be sampled while sharing large appetizers with friends at Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub.
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5. Las Bugambilias
4.2
Awesome(111)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Center City
Welcome to Las Bugambilias, a traditional Mexican restaurant located on South Street in Philadelphia. As chef and owner of this center city Philadelphia restaurant, Carlos Molina offers high quality, freshly prepared, Mexican food from three different regions in Mexico. The desserts at Bugambilias' are homemade on the premises, and we offer a full service bar, with an imaginative array of margaritas for your pleasure. When you come inside you will enjoy the warm ambiance found in our traditional decor, and welcoming staff.
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6. Saloon Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2721)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • South Philly
Booked 48 times today
The Saloon Restaurant, a family-owned establishment since 1967, serves authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, congenial environment. The menu is praised for its high-quality, innovative dishes. Reviewers highlight the 'consistently high quality' food and 'impeccable service', with one even calling it a 'classic Italian restaurant'. The restaurant's ambiance, featuring dark oak paneling and authentic antiques, further enhances the authenticity.
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7. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2383)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Center City
Booked 51 times today
Gran Caffe L'Aquila is widely appreciated for its authentic Italian cuisine, as per reviews. Customers highlight the restaurant's 'authentic Italian dishes', 'authentic cuisine', and 'authentic Italian trattoria environment'. The weekly specials from different regions of Italy are a hit, paired with region-specific wines. The staff's knowledge and passion for the food and history of the restaurant also add to the authenticity.
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8. The Dandelion
4.7
Exceptional(8288)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Center City
Booked 106 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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9. Estia - Philadelphia
4.8
Exceptional(8974)
Price: Very Expensive
• Greek • Center City
Booked 39 times today
The stunning restaurant, which is first of its kind in Philadelphia, will transport guests to the Greek Islands with an atmosphere reminiscent of an inviting Mediterranean home & a menu of authentic specialties, simply prepared, that represent the best of Greek cuisine. The restaurant specializes in whole grilled fish which are flown in from the Greek Islands, the shores of Morocco, Tunisia, & Portugal. Guests are able to choose from Estia’s expansive display & watch chefs cook their fish to perfection over a charcoal grill in the sparkling open kitchen.
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10. Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti
4.6
Exceptional(4049)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old City
Booked 31 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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  • Rachel
    Atlanta •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    In town for a conference and found this great place for dinner and drinks. The muscles and cheese board was delicious especially the funnel cake type bread that came with the muscles. They had a live band that night so it was a little loud, but we ended up staying later and got another round of drinks to listen to them.
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    The Twisted TailPrice: Moderate• American• Society Hill
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    4.4
  • Jose E
    Philadelphia County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Great experience best service ever Sophie was a great waiter I would definitely be coming back the food was amazing
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    Bistro RomanoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Society Hill
    •
    4.9
  • SaraVIP
    Philadelphia County •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 10, 2025
    The food was excellent, and there were numerous gluten-free options for my son with celiac disease. Additionally, the service was great, and I even received a free margarita for Mother’s Day.
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    Tamalex Bar & GrillPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Society Hill
    •
    4.2
  • Brookester
    Philadelphia County •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Mar 17, 2023
    We visited Paddy Whacks on Saint Paddy's day. The places was busy. We were able to find a table for four. The place was packed with people celebrating Saint Paddy's day. The waitress was very attentive with all the commotion going on throughout the place. The food came out in a timely fashion, and it was pretty good for as busy as they were. Would definitely come back.
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    Paddy Whacks Irish Sports PubPrice: Moderate• American• Society Hill
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    4.4
  • pugdoggy5
    London •31 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Sep 7, 2015
    The menu had a lot of interesting and tempting choices. Our selection (lobster enchilada and steak in chile morita). The menu was good value The drinks were nice. The service was friendly. Our table was not ready when we arrived but that was fine as we sat at the bar. We visited on a weeknight and the place was very busy so reservations are a must.
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    Las BugambiliasPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Center City
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    4.2

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