Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Philadelphia

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Philadelphia? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

L'Anima

5.0

5 (767)

$31 to $50

Italian

South Philly

About the restaurant

Contemporary Italian Restaurant with a Modern design. Roman born chef Gianluca Demontis and Rosemarie owners have been in the business for over 20 years. Whether you dine-in or choose our beautiful outdoor patio, we ensure an authentic Italian experience. We are a BYOB restaurant.

Top review

Fernvip

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

The food was delicious and our server Zach was friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely coming back! A great neighborhood spot.

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Popular dish

Potato Gnocchi

Tria Wash West

5.0

5 (298)

$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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Dan

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Food as always was very tasty and the beverage options were great.

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Experience

Happier Hour at Tria Wash West

Philadelphia Distilling

4.9

4.9 (270)

$31 to $50

American

Fishtown

About the restaurant

At Philadelphia Distilling, our distilling team combines craftsmanship, science and skill to create a unique portfolio of premium spirits that rely on the agricultural integrity of authentically sourced grains and botanicals and the finest heritage equipment.

Hand-hammered copper pot stills from the fifth-generation Forsyth family and wooden fermentation vessels from Hall-Woodford, an iconic Philadelphia-based family business, are key points of difference for us—both in their construction value as well as the integrity of the spirits they help us to produce. We continue our batch-by-batch process, creating spirits that celebrate big, bold flavor.

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cherlyl

Dined on Aug 4, 2024

We went on the tour with Val who was knowledgeable and made tasting so much fun. We got to try new gins and vodka. Food and service was excellent. Recommend going with a group of friends.

Gyu-Kaku - Philadelphia, PA

4.9

4.9 (924)

$30 and under

Japanese

Art Museum

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

Fast service and quality food! Will definitely be back!

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Experience

Prix-Fixe Yakiniku Courses for Everyone!

Melograno

4.9

4.9 (1594)

$31 to $50

Italian

Rittenhouse Square

About the restaurant

Melograno was established in 2003 by Chef Gianluca Demontis & Rosemarie Tran. The couple met in Rome when Rose was studying abroad. When Luca relocated to Philadelphia they wanted to represent his roots. Located in the beautiful Rittenhouse Square, surrounded by shops and entertainment. Melograno is a warm haven for good food and comforting service. A place to enjoy with friends and family. We are a BYOB so bring the spirits of your choice, we are happy to serve you.

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Joel

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

Melograno has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants for both intimate affairs as well as group dinners. The service is always impeccable, attentive, and the staff try very hard to ensure a wonderful experience. They were even able to accommodate the severe medical restrictions of one of our party. It’s always a delicious pleasure at Melograno!

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Porcini - Philadelphia

5.0

5 (2005)

$31 to $50

Italian

Center City

About the restaurant

Established in 1996, Porcini restaurant quickly became a favorite destination for neighborhood and locals alike.
Leading the "BYOB Renaissance" in Philadelphia, Owners Maîtred David, and Exec. Chef Steven Sansone combine their knowledge in fine dining, and Trattoria style to create a unique, memorable upscale casual dining experience.

Fresh house made pastas and focus on authentic product's imported from Sicily, Italy and neighboring Mediterranean countries. Theses items are paramount to Chef Sansone's family and regional recipes. The warm welcome from David as if your a long time friend and a knowledgeable service staff completes your visit.

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LynnR

Dined 1 day ago

My daughter’s and I visited for Restaurant Week. The food was delicious, and Dave was awesome! We had a great time. You should check this place out.

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Popular dish

Cannelloni Agli Spinaci

Tuna Bar

4.9

4.9 (925)

$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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KerrieH

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

Tuna Bar was amazing. We tried so many different things and even had dessert. My drink was delicious too! Highly recommend. Don’t think you can go wrong with anything on them menu. Can’t wait to go back.

Vernick Coffee Bar

4.9

4.9 (301)

$30 and under

Café

Center City

About the restaurant

With Vernick Coffee Bar, James Beard award-winning Chef Greg Vernick partners with Four Seasons Hotel at Comcast Center to deliver a modern coffee bar and café as his second venture in Philadelphia. Featuring a takeaway bakery and barista counter along with a full-service 40-seat café, Vernick Coffee Bar serves up a menu of expertly prepared dishes and in-house baked goods all with the high impact, global flavor combinations Chef Vernick has become known for.
Vernick Coffee Bar is situated on the second level of the new Comcast Technology Center and overlooks the tree canopies in the building’s public lobby. Reservations are available in the full-service café for both breakfast and lunch. The takeaway area includes open seating for up to 48 guests, an excellent walk-in destination for all day dining. Vernick Coffee Bar is open Monday-Friday.

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Jennifer

Dined on Aug 22, 2024

Food was delicious and service was impeccable. We were actually working and eating lunch and they were kind enough to put us in the corner while being very attentive.

La Strada Italian Restaurant|BYO

4.8

4.8 (1163)

$31 to $50

Italian

Northeast Philly

About the restaurant

La Strada Italian Restaurant I BYO is a quaint and cozy Italian eatery nestled in the Valley Court Yard of Shops in the heart of historic Huntingdon Valley conveniently located near all major roads in and around the surrounding counties of Eastern Montgomery, Bucks, and NE Philadelphia.

La Strada offers a fine-dining experience for dinner featuring old-world traditional Italian classics, contemporary Italian dishes, and outstanding daily chef specials.

Catering | Delivery via UberEats | and Carryout

La Strada serves incredible private parties for all types of celebrations. We also can provide funeral luncheons, even on short notice. Call for a party consultation at La Strada with our banquet manager @ 215-947-1818.

Luncheon Parties are from 12:00 Noon - 3:00 PM | Dinner Parties start after 4:00 PM.

Top review

Larryvip

Dined 7 days ago

Good quality everything, all wonderful. Our server Jason was superb. So professional that I asked if he were an owner! Wasn't. Had penne aglio e olio as a first dish, delicious, perfectly spiced and al dente. Was whole wheat, which we requested. Had swordfish special, was perfect. Added crabmeat, got a lot of Jumbo Lump, more than expected. Then they brought us more! House made tiramiso dessert - perfect. I am a foodie, will return. They also passed an extremely hard test. We asked for mashed with the swordfish and it came out piping hot. I live 45 minutes away, came for a business dinner, and would love to return.

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4.9

4.9 (7014)

$31 to $50

American

Rittenhouse Square

About the restaurant

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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Kevin

Dined 2 days ago

My experience can be expressed as very very wonderful experience and the food was magnificent I mean the food taste so good that it left my eyes crossed. They offer a discount for parking right around the corner from the location I and my guest sat outside and had a wonderful time the servers were perfect.

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