Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Philadelphia County

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Philadelphia County? 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!

Cafe Fresco - Center City

4.9

4.9 (753)

$30 and under

Fusion / Eclectic

Harrisburg

About the restaurant

A pioneer of Harrisburg dining, Café Fresco Center City opened its doors in 2005. Located in the heart of Restaurant Row, the Feng Shui inspired ambiance offers comfortable and intimate dining spaces that pulse with an energy and excitement. From the moment you step inside, you become part of the Café Fresco experience. Whether you are joining us for an urban, café lunch or the upscale, metropolitan dining experience of our dinner service, our skilled, professional staff will strive to accommodate your every need. Our goal is to provide you with a metropolitan retreat nestled in the heart of a smaller city that will exceed every expectation – an experience that can only be provided by Café Fresco.

Top review

Ron

Dined 5 days ago

Great experience as always! The service is amazing.

Bluefin Eagleview

4.9

4.9 (670)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Exton

About the restaurant

Chef/Owner James Ahn proudly presents Bluefin Eagleview of Exton! Bluefin Eagleview offers the finest premium Japanese cuisine found in the Chester County region. Come experience premium quality of our authentic traditional Japanese cuisine led by high class chefs, also inspired with innovative contemporary western twists. Our staff provides professional service in an atmosphere for an unforgettable dining experience. We are BYOB, please bring your favorite beverages or your entire bar! Either way, we hope to see you soon!

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Reginald

Dined 3 days ago

This has become our "go-to" restaurant in Eagleview. My wife and I really enjoy the food, atmosphere, and outstanding staff.

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4.9

4.9 (11)

$30 and under

American

Fishtown

About the restaurant

Fiore, a neighborhood staple of the Kensington & Fishtown area in Philadelphia welcomes you for dinner now!
Owned and operated by the husband & wife team, Chef Ed Crochet & Chef Justine MacNeil, Fiore features an array of dishes inspired by their travels and love for Italy. Settle into our cozy cafe dining room and enjoy a variety of Chef Ed's handmade pastas, locally sourced & seasonal vegetables, as well as ethically sourced & raised meats and seafood. Be sure to save room for dessert! Rotating flavors of Chef Justine's award-winning gelato can be enjoyed by the scoop alongside her take on classic Italian desserts like Budino di Riso. Be sure to stop by one of the local wine shops like Mural City Cellars or Zig Zag BBQ to grab a bottle to enjoy with dinner as well.
Though reservations are only available for dinner our doors are also open for our walk-in service daytime cafe Thursday through Monday.

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Jean

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

We had a lovely experience. We have someone in an electric wheelchair. The restaurant is very accessible. The food was delicious. The radicchio salad was wonderful. I’m not a fan of croutons but the panko crumbs were perfect. I had the gnocchi in pomodoro delicious. The gnocchi was light and fluffy. Melted in my mouth! The other guests had the ricotta ravioli also delicious. The gelato is so tasty. Overall a great place and reasonably priced!

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Experience

Southern Italy Regional Dinner

The Borscht Belt

4.9

4.9 (107)

$30 and under

Comfort Food

Newtown

About the restaurant

Unique and Charming Atmophere; A Catskills Throwback Serving the Best of Lunch & Breakfast Classics including NYC Bagels, Sandwiches, Coffee Drinks & Delicatessen by Celebrity Chef, Nick Liberato.

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Leo

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

I came here 2 years ago when they opened and was underwhelmed for the hype and never came back……until now!! Holy Smokes. Run don’t walk back if you had a similar experience. We Easily had the best sandwiches that we ever had in our lives (Pastrami Reuben and Chopped Cheese) along with Loaded Latke Tots. Service was quick & friendly, cool atmosphere and amazing GF choices for my wife.

Honeysuckle

4.9

4.9 (96)

$50 and over

American

North Broad

About the restaurant

Honeysuckle is more than a restaurant. It’s a network of community spaces centered around the values of ancestry, nourishment, and reclamation that was founded by James Beard Award Semifinalists Chef Omar Tate and Chef Cybille St.Aude-Tate. In 2022 they opened Honeysuckle Provisions, an award winning afro-centric grocery/cafe and food-focused community space located in West Philadelphia. Now positioned in the North Broad area of Philadelphia, Honeysuckle offers a fresh perspective on food systems - expanding the idea of Afrocentricity in food by redefining the limits of a restaurant and celebrating the legacies and recipes of those that came before them.

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Justin

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent food! Excellent service! Excellent ambience! Excellent drinks! Kudos to the team for an amazing experience, and thank for making my Mom’s birthday so special!

Pietramala

4.8

4.8 (116)

$50 and over

Vegan

Philadelphia

About the restaurant

(We are no longer BYOB) Pietramala is a little restaurant located in Northern Liberties celebrating plants, wood-fire cooking and seasonality. We offer a small, regularly changing menu based on the highest quality, organic ingredients grown or made with care in Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic. Our Italian leaning, but globally inspired food is always presented simply with familiar flavors achieved in creative new ways. Often touched by fire, smoke or fermentation to unlock unique flavors, our dishes sometimes require days or even months of preparation. We pride ourselves on our open kitchen, where our wood-fired hearth takes center stage, and our commitment to friendly service and warm hospitality in an intimate, but lively atmosphere. All are welcome and our entirely plant-based menu can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction with advance notice. We look forward to welcoming you.

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RebeccaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Food was excellent Service was friendly and helpful Dishes were creative and delicious Recommend sharing

Emmett

4.8

4.8 (99)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Center City

About the restaurant

Welcome to Emmett! We're a Philadelphia restaurant blending Levantine cuisine with elements from around the greater Mediterranean, highlighting French, Italian, North African, and Middle Eastern flavors.

We strive to emphasize local connections, sourcing from a range of local farms to supply our kitchen as well as showcasing Philly artists for ceramics, glassware, and design, with the goal of cultivating community relationships and staying true to the city of Philadelphia.

Chef Partner Evan Snyder leads the culinary team, while Managing Partner Julian van der Tak oversees operations.

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David

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

This was an EXCELLENT meal. Erin and Marissa were remarkably attentive servers, providing superb guidance on the menu (especially for one of our companions who had a number of food allergies). The "snacks" (rye tartlets and madeleines) were wonderful ways to begin the meal. The three "middle" courses were fantastic. The salmon (modified deliciously by the chef to accommodate our high-allergy buddy) and duck courses were exceptional!! The desserts were wonderful, too (the date cake...OMG!). The restaurant should get EXTRA kudos for reaching out in advance to get additional clarity about our friend's allergies (I had posted the allergies when I made the reservation). So thoughtful and careful about this health issue. Erin carefully reviewed each menu item with our friend and indicated which was OK, which could be modified, and which would be off-limits. WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE ALL=AROUND!!!

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Experience

"Not a Pop-Up" Dinner Series X Chance Anies

P.F. Chang's - Glen Mills

4.6

4.6 (296)

$30 and under

Chinese

Glen Mills

About the restaurant

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

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Anthony

Dined on May 11, 2025

It was Mother’s Day so it was nice asked but service and food was very good staff was friendly and they had an area decorated to take pictures which was a nice touch. Would definitely recommend that a restaurant.

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Experience

Girl's Night at PF Chang's Glen Mills

Roxanne

4.6

4.6 (40)

$31 to $50

American

Queen Village

About the restaurant

Welcome to Roxanne—a brilliant, wild, revolutionary project by chef Alexandra Holt, sparked behind a purple door in South Philly two years ago. Named after her mother, Roxanne is a true labor of love. The vibe is cozy, open, and personal: with an open kitchen, you’re right in the action, catching Alexandra plating each dish and pouring her journey into every detail.

Tables are handcrafted by Alexandra and her mom, the entire space designed with their hands. Roxanne’s menu brings ‘American Expressionism’ to the plate, inspired by Alexandra’s life across 30 countries. Expect fearless flavors—seafood, a burger, caviar, organ meats; there’s nothing off-limits.

Whether you’re here for the tasting menu at reserved tables, exploring the à la carte board, or diving into the bar snacks with a drink, Roxanne is all about big, unapologetic vibes and dishes crafted with passion.

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SteveVIP

Dined 5 days ago

A special place. Interesting and innovative cuisine. Relaxing and enjoyable place.

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4.3

4.3 (115)

$31 to $50

Asian

New Hope

About the restaurant

At Anzu Social we bring you the vibrant fusion flavors of Asia, masterfully crafted by our team of talented chefs. Each dish is a testament to our commitment to quality, creativity, and sustainability, using only the freshest local ingredients.

Landmark Hospitality with Logan Inn are thrilled to announce the grand opening of our sister property, Anzu Social at The Mansion Inn. This culinary gem is nestled in the heart of New Hope, PA.

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CobieVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Food was wonderful! Very tasty. Service was excellent. But: The volume of the live music however was way too loud. It was hard to have a conversation with our guests.

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