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A photo of LaScala's Fire-University City restaurant
1. LaScala's Fire-University City
4.6
Exceptional(189)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • University City
Booked 12 times today
LaScala's Fire at University City is located at 32nd & Chestnut on the Drexel University Campus. (This is not our Old City location.)* NOW WITH A FULL BAROpen Table's Diner's Choice 2022, 2023
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2. The Board and Brew Philadelphia
4.4
Awesome(10)
Price: Moderate
• American • University City
Booked 6 times today
Coming Soon!
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3. Sueno
4.1
Excellent(629)
Price: Moderate
• Traditional Mexican • Center City
Booked 12 times today
Sueno, Craft Concepts Group's newest location from Teddy Sourias! Extensive tequila selection, exceptional margaritas, and traditional Mexican street food inspired menu. We are located next to our seasonal popup Tinsel/Nightmare before Tinsel.Please keep in mind that we only allow a certain amount of reservations to keep room for our walk up customers. We want to do our best to welcome as many of you as we can!
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4. SET NoLibs
4.5
Awesome(796)
Price: Expensive
• Comfort Food • Northern Liberties
Booked 23 times today
**21+ after 5 PM DAILYWelcome to SET NOLIBS, home of the infamous Mimosa and Margarita Towers! We are an award winning sports bar located in the Northern Liberties District of Philadelphia. Catch (almost) any game on one of our 11 TVs.Our kitchen offers an Asian Fusion menu featuring tacos, sliders, and much more. The Charbroiled Oysters are a menu highlight and a customer favorite. Full bar specializing in margaritas, serving up frozen margs all year round!Stop by Saturday or Sunday 11am-3:45pm for our weekend brunch.
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5. L'Anima
4.9
Exceptional(825)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South Philly
Booked 14 times today
L'anima is a place to meet with friends and family, where you can enjoy authentic Roman food in a contemporary atmosphere. Our experienced team will treat you like family, at the same time serve you beautifully executed dishes. On warm evenings dine in our large courtyard and on chilly nights join us in our warm dining room. We are a BYOB so bring your favorite spirits and enjoy a memorable meal.
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6. Buca D'oro Ristorante
4.8
Exceptional(777)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Society Hill
Booked 7 times today
Just two blocks away from the Italian market and in the heart of Washington Square Park serving Fresh Amalfi coast Italian cuisine, Buca D’oro Ristorante continues the tradition of sparing nothing to provide the highest quality ingredients in all our dishes. Buca D’oro is dedicated to delivering the finest Italian cuisine with one of the most innovative and interesting menus in Philadelphia. Our extensive ala carte menu is sure to appeal to even the finest of palates, as well as a wide variety of fine imported and domestic wines and cocktails in a beautiful multi-room venue. Great for intimate or large parties for lunch or dinner being served by professional old-school and friendly waiters. Make reservations by phone, on our website, or on Open Table. Walk-ins are also encouraged. Parking accommodations at parkway Walnut towers with a discounted rate for evening parking at $15 from 5pm to 5 am. Address: 800 Walnut street phila pa 19107.
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7. La Famiglia Ristorante
4.8
Exceptional(2128)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Old City
Booked 10 times today
La Famiglia Ristorante is a fun spot with a rich family tradition of culinary excellence. Reviews rave about the 'fun ambiance', 'friendly attentive service', and 'wonderful dining experience'. The restaurant is praised for its 'unique menu' and 'excellent food'. The 'charming, traditional atmosphere' and 'professional and friendly staff' make for an enjoyable time.
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8. La Viola Bistro
4.7
Exceptional(469)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Rittenhouse Square
Booked 5 times today
La Viola Bistro is a fun restaurant with a casual yet chic ambiance. It's a favorite spot for Italian fare, with reviewers praising the 'well prepared' food and 'great service'. Many love its BYOB policy, making it 'especially affordable'. It's also described as a 'great local neighborhood find' and 'a charming, cozy restaurant'. With its 'lovely environment' and 'nice options for all', it's a spot that's sure to please!
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9. Bistro La Baia
4.6
Exceptional(670)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Center City
Booked 3 times today
Bistro La Baia, meaning "The Bay" in Italian, is a casual neighborhood restaurant serving delicious homemade traditional and creative Italian/Mediterranean dishes. With a light and inviting ambiance and a wonderful outdoor seating, this BYOB restaurant is great for any occasion. Buon appetito!
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10. Dolce Italian - Philadelphia
4.4
Awesome(131)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Center City
Capturing the timeless spirit of Fellini’s 1960’s Rome, Dolce Italian truly brings ‘la dolce vita’ to life with its effortless charm and approachable sophistication. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with house-made pastas, Neapolitan-style pizzas, and other signature Italian dishes.
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