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Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in East Falls

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A photo of SkyHigh restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2993)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Center City
Booked 67 times today
Philadelphia's SkyHigh restaurant presents a chic and comfortable dining experience specializing in approachable Jean-Georges cuisine. Experience panoramic views and world-class service.
A photo of The Love restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(7685)
Price: Expensive
• American • Rittenhouse Square
Booked 225 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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4.8
Exceptional(5548)
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.
A photo of The Dandelion restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(8257)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Center City
Booked 135 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.
A photo of Buddakan - Philadelphia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(11480)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Old City
Booked 108 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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4.9
Exceptional(13475)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Washington Square
Booked 147 times today
Behind the wrought iron gate, past the herbaceous patio and through the atrium is Talula's Garden, the warm and elegant Washington Square eatery from Aimee Olexy and Starr Restaurants. The modern menu, prepared with carefully-sourced ingredients and a light European touch, changes with the seasons. The artful cuisine, hospitable staff, sustainable spirits, and a focus on cheese make the dining experience here incredibly memorable.
A photo of Ocean Prime - Philadelphia restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6213)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Center City
Booked 69 times today
Located in Philadelphia's Center City, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed in the following:Revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language, graphics or an excessive marijuana odor We are happy to host larger groups. A 20% gratuity will be applied to parties of six or more. Parties of eight or more will be contractually held to a minimum spend and are required to provide a deposit.
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4.8
Exceptional(2350)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Center City
Booked 75 times today
Vernick Fish presents Philadelphia’s own, Chef Greg Vernick’s exploration beyond the boundaries of a seafood restaurant. His ingredient-driven cooking style, paired with a love for global flavors, results in an inventive menu of fish and shellfish dishes, and a range of vegetable preparations. Taking a detailed, seasonal, and sustainable approach with small and large plate offerings, the kitchen brings new life to the favorite hallmarks of American oyster bar fare and raw bar. Complementing the experience are well-crafted cocktails, and a focused wine list of seafood-friendly white and sparkling offerings, as well as light, fresh reds.
A photo of Vetri Cucina - Philadelphia restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2468)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Center City
Booked 9 times today
Located in a historic townhome in the heart of Philadelphia, Vetri Cucina is a unique space that invites guests to become part of our family. The intimate dining rooms evoke the charms of Italy with custom crafted features including hand-blown Murano glass chandeliers, Richard Ginori porcelain and Venetian glassware.Showcasing the constantly evolving, dynamic creativity of Chef Vetri and his team, Vetri Cucina serves a classic tasting menu at $165pp using the highest quality local and specialty ingredients. The menu is inspired by both classic Italian recipes and our extensive culinary research across the globe. Vetri Cucina also offers a seasonal Forchetta menu which is a premium tasting menu experience at $215pp. These are the restaurant’s sole dining options, designed to provide each guest with a memorable, unparalleled experience. Reservations are released on the first of the month for the following month: ie. On October 1st, reservations are released for the month of November.
A photo of Fork - Philadelphia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5208)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Old City
Booked 63 times today
Fork has been part of Philadelphia's exciting dining scene for over 25 years. Always evolving , Fork has stayed true to its mission, with a commitment to seasonality, carefully sourced local ingredients grown and produced by local farmers, producers and fishermen. Located in Old City, a neighborhood of art galleries, shops and independent small businesses, Fork is completely consistent with that spirit. The dining room includes gorgeous contemporary murals and a newly updated central bar where you can watch the action in our open kitchen or relax and enjoy the warm hospitality offered by our team.James Beard Winner-Outstanding Restaurateur, Ellen Yin, 2024James Beard Foundation Finalist - Outstanding Restaurateur, Ellen Yin, 2018, 2019, 2021; Best Chef Mid-Atlantic, Eli Kulp 2016Esquire - "100 Restaurants We Can't Afford to Lose" 20% gratuity added to all parties of 6+.

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  • JoAnnVIP
    Philadelphia County •88 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    What can I say, three jersey girls in the city for lunch. We were so impressed with The Love, the app was a burratta and salad shared, enough for the three and tried three dishes, the shrimp and grits, Meyer lemon risotto and the raviolis, all presented well and the taste beyond our expectation. The earl grey tea creme brulee was phenomenal as were the passion fruit coconut cakes. Thanks to Ken for suggestions and being such an attentive server on a very busy Wednesday lunchtime.
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    The LovePrice: Expensive• American• Rittenhouse Square
    4.8
  • Robert
    Philadelphia County •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    First class operation from A-to-Z, highly qualified service staff wonderful fresh flowers everywhere. Outstanding cuisine, and of course, some of the best views in the world.
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    SkyHighPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Center City
    4.8
  • NickVIP
    Charlotte •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Very inviting, elevated, and beautiful design of the restaurant as well as bar. Server was fantastic and we enjoyed his recommendations and time spent with us making us laugh. Dining should always be very enjoyable and this is by far the top steakhouse we have been too, better than many in Jackson Wy, or Manhattan. Barclay Prime will always be our 1st choice.
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    Barclay PrimePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Rittenhouse Square
    4.8
  • RichardBetsyVIP
    West Palm Beach •97 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 29, 2025
    Love this place for lunch. It’s traditional in a non-stuffy way. Attentive service, good food.
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    The DandelionPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Center City
    4.8
  • Mai
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 28, 2025
    My experience is always great at Buddakhan! However, it is clear that they have recently improved the service experience to a new level!
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    Buddakan - PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Asian• Old City
    4.8
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