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A photo of Buddakan - Philadelphia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(11487)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Old City
Booked 103 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.
A photo of FRAME restaurant
4.3
Awesome(450)
Price: Expensive
• American • Old City
Booked 24 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.
A photo of BlackHen restaurant
4.3
Awesome(155)
Price: Moderate
• American • Old City
Booked 8 times today
Felicia Wilson-Bell and Executive Chef Darryl Harmon have teamed up for the second time to launch a newly successful restaurant – BlackHen Fried Chicken. Offering gourmet fried chicken unlike any other, this new venture is sure to amaze its customers. Plus, their unique take on brunch is not one to miss out on! With their first collaboration having been Amina Southern Cuisine, these two are familiar with success and are now back with an even greater menu of delicious eats.
A photo of Tomo Sushi & Ramen restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(715)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Old City
Booked 31 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.
A photo of Spasso Italian Grill - Philadelphia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2632)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old City
Booked 17 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.
A photo of Red Owl Tavern restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1513)
Price: Expensive
• American • Old City
Booked 15 times today
Neighborly meets sophisticated at Red Owl, a modern tavern in the heart of Old City, just across from the Liberty Bell. Among soaring windows and cozy tables, the kitchen serves up smart, stylish takes on American staples (a cheesesteak never tasted as good as ours, made with premium shaved rib-eye). When paired with craft beers and classic cocktails, it’s a clever balance of fancy and familiar, with a dash of Philly flair.We look forward to seeing you soon!
A photo of Revolution House restaurant
4.5
Awesome(139)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Old City
Booked 29 times today
If you would like to make a reservation for a group of 10 or more, please call us at (215) 625-4566 Wed-Sun after 2pm. Thank you.In the heart of Old City, with historic features tastefully presented throughout our two-level restaurant & bar, Revolution House truly has Philadelphia running through its veins. We are so eager for you to try our completely reimagined menu of elevated yet affordable tapas-style international cuisine crafted with the utmost care. Our signature dishes by Chef Evan Barghout, such as our sesame saku tuna or our Korean rib tacos pair perfectly with new, inspired cocktails, like our Eternal Springtime, as well as our carefully curated fine wines and local craft draught beers. Make your reservation today to claim your stake in the revolution!
A photo of Keating's Rope & Anchor Bar + Kitchen restaurant
4.5
Awesome(297)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Penn's Landing
Welcome to Keating’s Rope & Anchor, Bar + Kitchen, a social eatery where friends gather over waterfront views, toast to milestones and retreat to savor a taste of culinary craftsmanship. A riverside respite, Rope & Anchor serves up contemporary American cuisine with an emphasis on sustainable seafood, locally sourced ingredients and hand crafted cocktails. Our refined menu pares perfectly with magnificent views, live entertainment and nautical flair.With weathered textures, maritime influences and bold spaces – Keating’s Rope & Anchor, Bar + Kitchen embraces the heritage of Penn’s Landing in a artistically curated way. You’re invited to step out of the bustling city and into our urban oasis along the Delaware River. Cheers!
A photo of Bastia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(261)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Fishtown
Booked 31 times today
Leisurely cafe by day, Bastia transforms to a Mediterranean restaurant by night and draws culinary inspiration from the sun-drenched islands of Corsica and Sardinia
A photo of The Dandelion restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8250)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Center City
Booked 108 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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  • Maria
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Last night, my boyfriend and I dined at Buddakhan to celebrate my birthday. Lucky for us, it was a beautiful night in the city. Initially, we were seated by the bar, so we requested another table. The hostess graciously agreed to move us to another table with a better view of the Buddha. We were then seated at a corner table by the kitchen, which wasn't ideal either, but it was fine. Our waiter was friendly, knowledgeable of the menu, attentive, and efficient. The meal itself was FABULOUS! It was probably the best meal I have had in a long time. We started with the Dim Sum sampler. My boyfriend preferred the Edamame dumplings while I favored the Szechuan pork dumplings. That was followed by the lobster fried rice, which is always delicious. For our entrees, he had the Sea Bass, which he enjoyed very much, and I had the grilled lamb chops with Mongolian barbeque sauce. They were out-of-this-world amazing! Even the little watercress salad with the spicy dressing and slivers of cucumber that accompanied it was unique and flavorful. Although we were quite full after that meal, we opted to order the Dim Sum donuts for dessert, which did not disappoint. They came with three types of dipping sauces: chocolate, ginger cream cheese, and a seasonal blueberry lavender (our favorite). The whole meal was wonderful, and we will definitely be returning in the near future!
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    Buddakan - PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Old City
    4.8
  • Karen
    Philadelphia County •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    First time dining here and the food was delicious (deviled eggs, chicken steak beignets, cornbread, collard greens, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, chicken wings and the various sauces for the chicken. My party even said the water was good and when I tried they were correct as I’m not a lover of restaurant water. The ambience was welcoming as well as the music. Employees were friendly and professional, we even loved the silverware. The food was so good it had me dancing in my seat, would definitely go back. Made us wanting to try her other restaurants. Our server Lashay was the best, made us feel comfortable. We just had one complaint about the two small slices of cornbread for $12.
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    BlackHenPrice: Moderate• American• Old City
    4.3
  • Albernia
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Overall nice experience. The music was a bit loud but was able to manage it. The food was good. The service was good and the vibe was good. Nice busy area. The drinks were amazing.
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    FRAMEPrice: Expensive• American• Old City
    4.3
  • Sandy
    Charlotte •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The food was excellent appetizers thru dessert. The Brenzino was delicious. Relaxed atmosphere with great service.
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    Spasso Italian Grill - PhiladelphiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old City
    4.8
  • Lakeisha
    Philadelphia County •16 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Apr 10, 2025
    Food and presentation were great. Service was on point. Great experience
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    Tomo Sushi & RamenPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Old City
    4.8
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