Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Philadelphia

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Mawn

5.0

5 (127)

$50 and over

Cambodian

Bella Vista

About the restaurant

Mawn is a noodle house with “no rules,” and the first restaurant for Chef Phila Lorn and his wife Rachel, who bring with them close to 20 years of experience in Philly’s restaurant scene. Phila, pronounced “Pee La,” broken English for Philadelphia, is a first-generation Cambodian-American chef. The first in his family to be born here, his parents and siblings came to Philadelphia as refugees in 1985 after surviving the war in Cambodia.

Mawn, which means “chicken” in Khmer, the Cambodian language, represents more than one thing. To Phila, chicken was at every meal growing up, and to his parents, chicken represented peacetime. During the war and genocide of the Cambodian people, there was mostly only what was found in nature to eat, including rice and salt. If there was chicken, it meant no war. At the end of that dark time, recipes were lost, and culture was wiped out, but through survival, a new authenticity was born.

Top review

CRYSTALVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Everything end to end was exceptional! The staff was kind and explained everything. The Puck & See was the best choice for my family of 3 as we were able to taste various dishes to perfection. Congrats to Phila on his Emerging Chef James Beard award! Well deserved!

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Experience

Puck&See

637 Philly Sushi Club

5.0

5 (14)

$50 and over

Japanese

Northern Liberties

About the restaurant

Welcome to 637 Philly Sushi Club — an 8-seat omakase theater hidden behind a bookshelf in Northern Liberties.
Open just three nights a week, this intimate experience is hosted by Chef Kevin Yanaga, a.k.a. The Philly Sushi Whisperer.
This isn’t just dinner. It’s Yanaga Theater — a 20+ course sushi journey told one piece at a time.
Expect dishes like the Japanese deviled egg with toro tartare, hand-pressed bozushi, and our signature black cod hand roll, all prepared and served as part of a carefully choreographed progression.
There are no substitutions, no menu, no compromises — just surrender to the rhythm of the night.

Performances run Thursday to Saturday. Seats are extremely limited.
Come curious. Leave transformed.

⚠️ Due to the curated nature of our menu, we are unable to accommodate allergies or dietary restrictions.

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SteveVIP

Dined on Jun 13, 2025

This was an amazing experience and worth every penny. Nick and chef Kevin were A+ and we can’t wait to come back.

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Experience

Omakase

La Llorona Cantina Mexicana

4.9

4.9 (219)

$30 and under

Mexican

South Philly

About the restaurant

We look forward to having you dine with us and enjoy a memorable time filled with authentic Mexican Cuisine and finely crafted Cocktails. Brunch is served Saturdays & Sundays 11am to 3pm. Happy Hour : Tuesday - Friday 4pm to 7pm

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SuktikaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

We have been coming here for the last 4 years and the staff / space feels like family. Our child has grown up on their tacos al pastor and rice and beans. Love their ceviches, aguachile and guajillo ribs as well.

Noir

4.9

4.9 (1016)

$30 and under

Italian

East Passyunk Avenue

About the restaurant

Noir Restaurant is located along one of Philadelphia's hottest neighborhood's, East Passyunk Avenue. We pride ourselves by using only the freshest ingredients. Chef Marco Decotiis, born and raised in Montreal, Canada, brings his Italian culinary roots and local Canadian foods to Philly. Noir is open every day for lunch and dinner, and has a full bar offering an extensive craft beer selection along with a number of specialty cocktails & a wine selection for every palate. Be prepared to be properly taken care of and treated like family.

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LouisVIP

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

The Staff are amazing - Love Chuck and Joe- The food is really good, the drinks are phenomenal and the atmosphere relaxed!

Ogawa Sushi & Kappo Omakase

4.9

4.9 (24)

$50 and over

Sushi

Old City

About the restaurant

Experience an exceptional journey through the artistry of edomae sushi at Ogawa, located in historic Old City, Philadelphia. Leading this experience is our Head Chef, Carlos Wills, whose passion for the art of sushi is reflected in every detail of the 23-course menu. Each dish is a testament to his skill, creativity, and deep respect for tradition, blending classic Edo-mae techniques with innovative touches that elevate the ingredients to their fullest potential. Our Master Chef, Minoru Ogawa, travels to Japan monthly to source the highest-quality ingredients, including fish flown in from Tokyo’s renowned Toyosu Market. Each dish is a celebration of tradition and precision.

Complement your meal with thoughtfully selected sake pairings, or explore the menu of premium Japanese beer, whiskey, and unique sake options.

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brett

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Excellent experience! Delicious, creative and dynamic.

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Experience

Omakase at the Counter

Tria Wash West

4.9

4.9 (313)

$30 and under

Wine Bar

Washington Square

About the restaurant

Welcome to Tria, Philly's original casual wine bar since 2004.

Our two Center City wine bars have helped elevate Philly’s wine scene while keeping it fun. Tria’s seasonally curated wine, cheese and beer menus showcase super-cool smaller producers who are driven by passion. The friendly Tria team will help you discover new flavor sensations if that’s your jawn. If you prefer, we’ll bring you more wine and leave you alone. It’s all good.

We love wine and it shows, but Tria above all is a community where guests come to relax and connect. There are no TVs or other distractions. The “concept” is for our guests to engage in conversation made livelier, deeper and cheerier by the wine. Cheers!

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Tucker

Dined 3 days ago

RIP Tria Wash West. I will miss having it in the neighborhood. Cheers

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Experience

Happier Hour at Tria Wash West

Bucatini Caffe

4.9

4.9 (146)

$30 and under

Italian

East Passyunk Avenue

About the restaurant

Make a reservation at Bucatini Caffe to see what everyone is raving about! We're open for dinner 6 nights a week and can't wait for you to join us. Don't forget we're BYOB - see you soon!

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Monica

Dined 3 days ago

Food was delicious. They had two main choices and both were cooked perfectly. The pasta was delicious.

SouthGate

4.9

4.9 (452)

$30 and under

Contemporary Korean

Rittenhouse Square

About the restaurant

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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Nick

Dined 6 days ago

Delicious! Fun atmosphere and welcoming vibe. Great meal!

Tuna Bar

4.9

4.9 (1005)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Old City

About the restaurant

IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW PRIOR TO BOOKING
Outdoor reservations are weather permitting and must be specified upon booking the reservation. Specific table requests are considered but not guaranteed.

Tuna Bar is a Japanese Raw Bar and Grill concept created by Owner and Chef Kenneth Sze. Located in Old City Philadelphia, Tuna Bar boasts a relaxing, upscale atmosphere serving fresh and locally sourced ingredients. The diverse menu offers traditional and specialty sushi rolls, raw oysters, scallops, hand-selected fish, and shareable entrees. Tuna Bar offers a fully stocked bar of wine, sake, and spirits. There are no outside food and beverages allowed. There is a $40 dessert/cake fee for guests that wish to bring in a dessert/cake for their special occasion.

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ShelbyVIP

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

The food and drinks at Tuna Bar are always delicious. Our server was friendly, efficient and helpful with suggestions for new rolls for us to try - the Rittenhouse and Broad Street, which were both great. Also enjoyed the Pork Gyoza and Wagyu Beef Spring Rolls. The Shiso Picante cocktail was a winner too. We sat outside, which was pleasant with a nice breeze. Can't wait to go back!

L'Angolo Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (763)

$30 and under

Italian

South Philly

About the restaurant

L'angolo Restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine from the puglia region. This BYOB restaurant has a warm and inviting atmosphere that is perfect for celebrations or a romantic date night . Lunch specials include fresh cavatelli and the ricotta gnocchi al telefono. The dinner favorites include pork Milanese and the homemade Lobster ravioli .Be sure to check out there specials from the Burratta salad to fresh Bronzino on the grill to there Veal chop is where L'angolo really excels . Every component that goes into making a meal at L'angolo Restaurant is homemade and makes use of locally sourced fresh ingredients. Make your reservation today we fill up fast !

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Barb

Dined 6 days ago

This is the best restaurant in the city. Johnny and Carlos are the best. I Highly recommend this restaurant if you never ate here it’s a little hidden gem.

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