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Ancient Spirits & GrilleCenter City$175.00 per personReserve- Special menu
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Bistro RomanoSociety Hill$125.00 per personReserve - Special menu
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Gyu-Kaku - Philadelphia, PAArt Museum$45.00 per personReserve - Special menu
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Pumpkin BYOBRittenhouse Square$35.00 per personReserve - Special menu
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Davio's- King of PrussiaKing of Prussia$32.00 per personReserve - Special menu
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The Melting Pot - King of PrussiaKing of Prussia$78.00 per personReserve - Special menu
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The Edge Restaurant & BarJackson$10.00 per personReserve
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- OTOpenTable Diner1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoWe came as we had seen Marcus Samuelsson feature the restaurant on his PBS show. My husband is from Abruzze so he was thrilled. Meredith was our Server and was very professional. We had calamari and pasta dishes that were absolutely divine. Overall a lovely experience.More infoLe Virtu$$$$• Italian• East Passyunk Avenue•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinerAtlanta Metro •4 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoEverything was delish! I had the onion soup, beet salad with goat cheese, and trout! My friend had the Lamb shank which was soooo tender and flavorful. My hubby had the NY strip which was amazing as well! Our server Rosario was wonderful, gave us good recommendations! We had no room for dessert but wish we could...I recommend 100%!More infoParc$$$$• French• Rittenhouse Square•4.8
- MTMichaelT1 review5.0Dined on May 20, 2023Very good Indian food in South Philly, get a lot of food for the price. Also very friendly staff/waiter.More infoThe Palace of Indian$$$$• Indian• South Philly•4.7
- JWJeremyWTampa / Central Florida West •9 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023Service was excellent. Our server made great suggestions and the food was delicious. Short ribs were amazing and the beer battered squash appetizer is a must have.More infoThe Love$$$$• American• Rittenhouse Square•4.8
- SDShannonDPhiladelphia / New Jersey Suburbs •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Our first time at Noir! TJ was our server with a friendly attitude and fantastic service! I had the chicken Marsala which was the best I’ve ever had and my son had the maple glazed salmon. It was cooked to perfection and melted in your mouth! We will definitely be returning! Thank youMore infoNoir$$$$• Italian• East Passyunk Avenue•4.8
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