Best Casual Restaurants in Penn's Landing

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1. Tamalex Bar & Grill

4.2

Awesome(12)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Society Hill

Booked 2 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!

2. Bloomsday

4.0

Excellent(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Society Hill

oin us for a delicious night of food, drink and conversation inspired by Priya Krishna's best-selling book, Indian-ish! The night will begin with a welcome drink, and you will be invited to share a table with new friends as we provide a family-style meal centered around the recipes of Indian-ish. Priya will introduce each course and be on-hand for questions and conversation about the cookbook and her storied career as a food journalist and best-selling author. You'll leave with a full belly, new friends and your very own copy of Indian-ish!

3. Bastia

4.8

Exceptional(319)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Fishtown

Booked 33 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

4. The Love

4.9

Exceptional(7792)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 135 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.

5. BlackHen

4.3

Awesome(164)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Old City

Booked 14 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.

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6. Osteria Ama Philly

4.4

Awesome(369)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Center City

Booked 16 times today

Osteria Ama is your premier BYOB Italian restaurant with locations in Chadds Ford, West Chester and now in Philadelphia. We specialize in Italian cuisine. We use traditional ways to make our homemade bread, pizza crust, pastas and use imported, authentic Italian products for our dishes. At Osteria Ama, we strive to put together delicious dishes that can be shared with our friends, family, and community.

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7. Urban Farmer- Philadelphia

4.5

Awesome(2777)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Center City

Booked 35 times today

In a world of white tablecloths and subtle snobbery, we're doing something rare: being real. We're less steak and more house. Our house - and yours. Urban Farmer was founded on the idea that combining responsibly sourced food, high-quality ingredients and down-to-earth values would create a new kind of steakhouse, where people could create memories and communities could thrive.

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8. Emmy Squared Pizza - Queen Village

4.6

Exceptional(151)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Queen Village

Booked 17 times today

Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.Roof top is open for the season Wednesday - Sunday at 4:00pm. Please note that rooftop seating is first come first serve.

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9. Iron Hill - Center City

4.3

Awesome(1250)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 33 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.

10. SouthGate

4.9

Exceptional(449)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Korean • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 6 times today

Located on the edge of Rittenhouse Square and Graduate Hospital neighborhoods of Philadelphia, SouthGate is a twist on the traditional gastropub. Elevating food and drink in a modern but in an approachable way, the menu and the décor of Southgate are heavily influenced by both our Korean roots as well as modern American culture, preferring to be interesting and friendly rather than trendy.The menu consists of a wide range of options, including several vegetarian meals. Popular dishes include Korean fried chicken, bulgogi burger, dumplings and buns, and assorted banchan. In addition to the delectable cuisine, Southgate offers an extensive drink menu that includes cocktails, wine, spirits and an extensive craft beer list.

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TimothyVIP
Philadelphia County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Awesome service from Roman at the bar!! We have been to all the top-rated spots; this was by far the best! Overall great experience!
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BastiaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Fishtown
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4.8
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bobVIP
New York City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Good food, wonderful service and a lovely window side table on the second floor.
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The LovePrice: Expensive• American• Rittenhouse Square
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4.9
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Jeannine
Philadelphia County •23 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 1, 2025
Everything about our visit was great! Food was delicious Music was on point (volume/ selections) Service was friendly and on point. Can’t wait to back!
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BlackHenPrice: Moderate• American• Old City
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4.3
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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
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4.2

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