Category: Center City

BurgerFi

Free- range, never-frozen, never microwaved Angus beef (the best there is), with absolutely no hormones, no antibiotics, no chemicals, and no additives. That means better flavor that’s better for you. BurgerFi FRIES‚ “fresh-cut with parmesan, chili, cheese, and a bunch of other incredible toppings. BurgerFi DRINKS‚ “local craft beer and wine, plus Coca-Cola soda available without high fructose corn syrup. BurgerFi DESSERTS‚ “frozen, delicious custards, concretes, and a whole lot more. The BurgerFi MENU‚ “All natural from top to bottom. It’s better tasting, and a whole lot better for you. BurgerFi mantra- “All Natural Tastes Better”. Join the Burgerfication of the Nation!

Franky Bradley’s

American & Continental, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs

A nostalgic and eclectic restaurant and bar in the heart of Center City’s Midtown Village, Franky Bradley’s serves upa feast for the senses. Great craft beer and cocktails, as well as a unique wine list compliment an engaging menu. Items such as South Philly Perogies, a Duck Cuban Sandwich and house made creative pastas are just some of the unique takes on classics you’ll find. The full dinner menu is served late every day. Evenings in the club bring an eclectic mix of bands, burlesque, DJs and dancing.

Ancient Spirits & Grille

Center City

Pioneering as the first herbal cocktail lounge in America, Ancient Spirits & Grille prides itself in bringing together a unique food and dining experience. ASG offers you a never-before lounge experience filled with opulence and wellness. Enjoy the purest and freshest cocktails crafted from organic fruits with a twist of authentic spices to awaken your taste buds. Their exclusive personalized service will surely bring you back to them again and again. Open Sun-Thu 5-10pm, Sat & Sun 5-11pm.

Hard Rock Cafe

American & Continental, Center City

Our roots are in the southern cooking of our founder’s hometown of Memphis Tennessee! Enjoy great food, awesome merchandise, authentic memorabilia, and the best music the city has to offer. Rock Shop is open daily.

Kick Axe Throwing

Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs, Sports & Recreation

Release your inner lumberjack for some Kick Axe fun with friends, family or co-workers! Kick Axe is a beautiful, Lodge-Themed axe-throwing bar in Old City. Great for all groups! Full bar and food menu. Reserve online.

Blume

American & Continental, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs

Located in Rittenhouse neighborhood, Blume is a stylish, colorful and Instagram-ready new restaurant and natural wine bar. The stunning plant-filled interior features “Modernized Victorian” decor highlighted by 200 plants lining the ceiling, 2,300 roses on the back wall, 88 colored glass mirror panels, and a giant butterfly mural across the front of the building. Executive Chef Aila DeVowe presents New American, street-food inspired small plates menu. At the bar, enjoy natural wine and fruit-forward cocktails, plus 20 taps craft beers and ciders.

Fashion District Philadelphia

Center City, Shopping & Services

The largest premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination in downtown Philadelphia.

Qu Japan

Asian, Center City

At Qu Japan, we offer meals of excellent quality and invite you to try our delicious food. We pride ourselves on serving our customers delicious genuine Asian dishes including Sushi, rolls, hand rolls, sashami, ramen and even fish&chips. Eat delicious food. Grab a drink. But most of all, relax!

La Fontana Della Citta

Center City, Italian

La Fontana Della Citta is dedicated to preparing deliciously authentic and classic Italian foods served with only top-shelf ingredients, charm and smile, where guests are celebrated and welcomed. With beautiful high ceilings, warm ambiance, beautiful Tuscan décor, walking through the doors of La Fontana Della Citta takes you to an intimate and cozy Italian Villa right in the heart of Rittenhouse Square. Bring your favorite bottle of wine and an appetite for classic fine Italian foods and homemade desserts. Outdoor dining available in their beautiful heated private cabins. Voted best BYOB in Philadelphia.

City Winery

American & Continental, Center City

City Winery has created a cuisine that borrows from Mediterranean history steeped in Italian, French, Spanish and Middle-Eastern cultures; regions that have been pairing simple and wholesome food with wine for centuries. Our chefs create menus based on classic European dishes that take on their own interpretations while staying true to our philosophy of wine-inspired, regionally influenced & locally sourced dishes. Each menu is based on a list of core menu items that have evolved around classic food and wine pairings.

Capital Grille

Center City, Steakhouse

Located on Philadelphia’s iconic Avenue of the Arts, The Capital Grille exudes an atmosphere of power dining and relaxed elegance, and is known for renowned dry-aged steak, Sommelier-selected wines and impeccable service.

Harper’s Garden

Center City

Voted “Best Outdoor Dining” by Philadelphia Magazine, Harper’s Garden is nestled in the heart of Rittenhouse Square. Its rotating menu focuses on simple, featuring seasonal dishes using local ingredients and signature cocktails. The restaurant’s indoor spaces and outdoor veranda offer a unique escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Tavern Restaurant

American & Continental, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs

A cozy Underground hideaway features fresh American bar fare from Chef Mackenzie Hilton. Menu highlights include Burgers made with naturally raised beef, Pork Belly Sliders with Kimchi, Scallion and Cilantro, Large Salads and many Vegetarian options. Classic cocktails, lo- cal brews, reasonable wines.

Picanha Brazilian Steakhouse

Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs, Steakhouse

Picanha Brazilian Steakhouse offers a truly authentic Brazilian steakhouse experience. Enjoy our gourmet hot and cold salad bar, full of traditional Brazilian dishes, while our gauchos expertly carve each cut of delicious meat for you table-side. During lunch service, guests have the option of enjoying our salads/cuts by the pound or our full lunch rodizio.

Fergie’s Pub

Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs, Irish

Nestled in the heart of Center City, Fergie’s Pub is home to all the best of a real Irish Pub: warm, friendly atmosphere and the best Guinness on tap in the city. Recently voted the Best Neighborhood Bar in Philadelphia, Fergie’s is the perfect place to unwind with friends. The traditional Irish menu includes favorites such as shepherd’s pie, fish and chips and burgers sure to please. Tuesday and Thursday nights showcase the local favorite Quizo game. A variety of live music can be seen here Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at no charge. Close proximity to the Convention Center and the Marriott.

Shiroi Hana

Asian, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs

Since 1984, Shiroi Hana has been serving extraordinary Japanese cuisine in the heart of Center City and the esteemed Theater District. Shiroi Hana offers impeccably fresh fish at the full-scale sushi bar, amazing appetizers, flavorful teriyaki, crispy tempura and their famous special maki, all served by a helpful and efficient staff.

Xiandu Thai Fusion

Asian, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs

Enjoy Philly’s finest Thai cuisine prepared by renowned Chef Aung Thu, recently of Cafe Asean, in New York’s West Village. Offering a full-service bar with an amazing selection of specialty cocktails.

Barra Rossa

Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs, Italian

Corner of 10th and Walnut. Barra Rossa is a bustling burst of Italian flavor and energy. The lively atmosphere is perfect for sharing a meal with friends or family. All your favorite Italian dishes are here along with wood-fired Neopolitan pizza made from scratch, and we have a full menu, including beer, for gluten free diners. We are almost always able to accommodate large parties (even last minute) and are steps away from both the Walnut Street and Forrest Theaters, and only 4 blocks from the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Maggiano’s Little Italy

Center City, Italian

Maggiano’s blends the tradition of family, good time with friends, and authentic Italian cuisine. In a vibrant dining atmosphere, filled with the nostalgic Italian charm of red-checked tablecloths, and surrounded by walls covered in family portraits, we welcome you to come celebrate and enjoy the Maggiano’s experience. We work in a “made from scratch‚ “kitchen, replicating everyday recipes that have been in our families for many, many years. Maggiano’s offers an enticing menu full of Old and New World Italian recipes, irresistible desserts, a full list of select wines, and popular house specialties.

U Bar

American & Continental, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs, Gayborhood

Unpretentious gay bar with an exposed-brick interior and a selection of craft and imported beers on tap.

Monk’s Cafe

Belgian, Center City

Consistently rated “One of the Area’s Best‚ “by Zagat, and winner of more than a dozen “Best Of Philly‚ “awards. If you’re visiting Philadelphia, you must stop by Monk’s Cafe. Inspired by cozy Belgian brasseries, this casual, affordable neighborhood bistro is a great place to grab a quick burger and fresh cut fries, or relax over gourmet delicacies like steamed mussels, cured salmon, poached turbot, rack of lamb, grilled steaks, duck breast and vegetarian fare. Choose from over 200 world-class beers, or sample one of the 20 Belgian Ales on tap — the largest selection of its kind in the country.

Winnie’s Manayunk

American & Continental, Center City

Hip restaurant located on Main Street. The best crab cakes in town, interesting salads, great burgers, great selection of desserts and artisan breads. Outdoor seating available to watch the sights on Main Street. Serving Sunday brunch, breakfast, lunch and dinners. Casual yet interesting menu.

Finn McCool’s

Center City, Irish

Finn McCool’s is your “local Irish pub‚ “located in the heart of Center City. Finn’s offers a mix of local craft beers and Irish pub staples on draft. Visit us for our vibrant Happy Hour (Monday-Friday 5-7), stop by for our game day specials, book a private event upstairs in Room 12 Lounge, or stop by late night to enjoy a Philly Cheesesteak with a pint! Please check us out on Facebook for a list of upcoming events.

U-Bahn

American & Continental, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs

U-Bahn is a local/regional bar drawing heavy inspiration from the abundance of Pennsylvania craft breweries that thrive on brewing German style beer, and with a gastropub menu that pays homage to Philadelphia’s favorite cuisine.

Bru

Center City, German

Bru is a modern American gastropub meets “indoor German biergarten‚ “located 3 blocks from the Convention Center in Midtown Village. Featuring 38 American Craft and German drafts, a large bottled beer selection from around the world, and a creative kitchen offering a local interpretation of German favorites serving full menu from 11am ‚Until 1am daily. Please check us out on Facebook for a list of upcoming events.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Center City, Steakhouse

King of Prussia. At Ruth’s Chris, your last bite is just as good as your first. Perfectly seasoned and broiled at 1,800 degrees, each cut of USDA Prime beef we serve arrives cooked to perfection and sizzling on a 500 degree plate – just the way Ruth liked it.

Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant

American & Continental, Brewery, Center City

Our versatile menu includes imaginative entrees, shared plates and a unique variety of appetizers, all created from scratch by our onsite chefs, and served fresh daily during lunch and dinner. Our beers are brewed on site, allowing patrons to observe the process. Recognized nationally and internationally, Iron Hill’s local brewers have earned more than 70 individual awards at the World Beer Cup and the Great American Beer Festival – including 23 gold medals, making us the most award-winning brewery east of the Mississippi. We’re Iron Hill. Craft Kitchen. Scratch brewery.

Tradesman’s

American & Continental, Center City

Come visit one of Philly’s most anticipated new restaurants – a sprawling renovation of an early 20th century bank building, focused on non-regional American BBQ, a farm-to-table vegetable selection of small plates and salads. and 34 drafts with over 100 whiskeys – all from independent American craft producers.

Cheesecake Factory

American & Continental, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs

With more than 250 menu items and more than 30 signature cheesecakes and desserts, there truly is “Something for everyone” at The Cheesecake Factory. We prepare our food fresh each day in our kitchen, using the highest quality ingredients. Now offering Sunday Brunch from 10:00-2:00. Happy Hour is available in the bar area Monday-Friday from 4pm-6pm. Choose from select specialty cocktails, well drinks, wines by the glass, beer and appetizers.

Asia on the Parkway

Asian, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs

Asia on the Parkway is a unique restaurant in Philadelphia’s Center City, offering Asian fusion cuisine in a casually elegant atmosphere. It presents an exciting menu highlighting traditional Chinese specialties, and also featuring more exotic dishes including Singaporean, Thai and Vietnamese flavors sure to entice the palate. Located at the corner of Benjamin Franklin Parkway and 17th Street, it shares a building with Windsor Suites and is just a short walk from most Center City hotels. Perfect for meetings, parties and special events. Outdoor seating available.

Tabu Lounge and Sports Bar

American & Continental, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs, Gayborhood

Between Walnut and Locust Streets. Tabu was created to serve one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Philadelphia. A sports bar alongside a lounge both serving some of the finest local craft beers and comfort food, was designed with you, our customer, in mind. Tabu is within walking distance of the convention center, several local theaters as well as Antique Row. Nestled in the heart of the “Gayborhood,‚ “Tabu opens its doors to a wonderful mixed crowd where everyone is welcome. Customers can dine on the first floor and catch the latest game or head upstairs to our lounge, where you’ll enjoy comfortable seating and an inviting atmosphere, with numerous events throughout the week.

Pinefish

Center City, Gayborhood, Seafood

Eclectic mirrors, twinkling chandeliers and natural wood topped tables line the dining room at Pinefish, known for the freshest and finest seafood in Philly. Every Wednesday is All-You-Can-Eat crab legs. Happy Hour 4:30pm-6:30pm every day (including weekends) with great prices on drinks, seafood and small plates. Serving dinner nightly and brunch Saturday and Sunday.

Tavern on Camac

Center City, Gayborhood

American pub grub served in gay-friendly tavern known for its piano singalongs and dance parties.

IHOP

American & Continental, Center City

For over 50 years, IHOP has been one of America’s favorite destinations for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ranked Zagat’s 2009 No. 1 best breakfast . IHOP is just 3 blocks from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. In addition to their world famous breakfast, IHOP also offers a huge selection of burgers, sandwiches, signature soups and salads, plus entrees ranging from seafood to steaks!

Uptown Beer Garden

American & Continental, Bars, Center City, Clubs & Pubs

Philly’s premier outdoor drinking and dining space. Uptown is a generously sized urban oasis, located in the Courtyard of the BNY Mellon Building. The kitchen serves locally-driven snacks and sandwiches until close each night, and three outdoor bars focus on sangria, frozen cocktails, and their highlight – a fully custom draft list, brewed in collaboration with six local breweries – and available nowhere else! For information on rentals and group packages email events@uptownbeer.com.

Chey’s Kitchen

Center City

No visit to Philly is complete until you’ve tried a Philly cheesesteak, and Chey’s makes one of the best in town. Also offering Acai bowls, a huge selection of burgers, and classic sandwiches like their hand-carved, oven roasted turkey, or their chicken caesar wrap. Many vegetarian options. Try one of their amazing smoothies too.

Paprica Grill

Center City

Paprica Modern Mediterranean Grill offers a wide range of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Halal dishes that are sure to please the palate. Their food is full of flavor and affordably priced. Specialties include Mixed Grill, Kabobs, Gyro Plate and many others, all made with fresh ingredients. Recently awarded Philadelphia Magazine’s “Best of Philly 2019” for their Doner Kabob.

Davio’s

Center City

This “Northern Italian Steakhouse” brings a deliciously unique flair to a city famous for its Italian restaurants. Davio’s offers exquisite food, expertly prepared and presented in a grandly historic ambience. The restaurant has already gained popularity as a prime spot for both “Power Breakfast” and “Business Lunch” among the Philadelphia business community. Dinner also brings local and national luminaries from all walks of life on a regular basis. Reservations suggested for main dining room.

Buca D’oro

Center City

Buca D’oro Ristorante takes over this family-owned location since 1981. Just two blocks away from the Italian market and in the heart of Washington square park 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.

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