Eat & Drink
Where to Eat Near Philly's Best Shopping
The best restaurants, cafés, and bars within walking distance of every shopping district. Plan your meal around your haul.
⭐ Michelin Guide
Philadelphia's Michelin-Recognized Restaurants
In 2024, Philadelphia earned its first Michelin Guide selection — one starred restaurant, nine Bib Gourmands, and 60+ recommended picks. Here are the standouts.
1 Star
9 Bib Gourmand
60+ Recommended
⭐ One Michelin Star
Zahav
Modern Israeli · Center City
Philadelphia's only Michelin star. Michael Solomonov's modern Israeli masterpiece — the hummus alone is worth the trip.
🍽️ Bib Gourmand
Kalaya
Thai · Bella Vista
Bold, authentic southern Thai cooking near the Italian Market. Impossible reservation, worth every attempt.
🍽️ Bib Gourmand
Vernick Food & Drink
Modern American · Rittenhouse
Seasonal American cooking with impeccable technique. The famous toast course is one of the best bites in the city.
📋 Recommended
Suraya
Lebanese · Fishtown
Stunning Lebanese restaurant with a garden. The mezze spread is one of the best shared dining experiences in Philly.
📋 Recommended
Friday Saturday Sunday
Small Plates · Rittenhouse
Creative small plates and one of the best cocktail programs in Philadelphia. Moody, intimate, perfect for dates.
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Parc
French Brasserie
Classic French brasserie right on Rittenhouse Square with the city's best outdoor seating. The quintessential Philly lunch spot.
⭐ 4.4 📍 227 S 18th St 💰 $$$
Vernick Food & Drink
Modern American
One of Philadelphia's best restaurants. Seasonal American cooking with impeccable technique and a buzzy bar scene.
⭐ 4.8 📍 2031 Walnut St 💰 $$$$
Rouge
French Café
Sidewalk café on the square famous for its burger and people-watching. The quintessential Rittenhouse lunch.
⭐ 4.3 📍 205 S 18th St 💰 $$$
Friday Saturday Sunday
American Small Plates
Creative small plates and inventive cocktails in a relaxed, stylish setting. One of the city's most interesting menus.
⭐ 4.6 📍 261 S 21st St 💰 $$$
Pat's King of Steaks
Cheesesteaks
The original Philly cheesesteak since 1930. An institution — order "whiz wit" and eat standing at the counter.
⭐ 4.2 📍 1237 E Passyunk Ave 💰 $
Mr. Martino's Trattoria
Italian BYOB
Tiny BYOB right in the market. Homemade pasta, red sauce done right, and a line out the door on weekends.
⭐ 4.7 📍 1646 E Passyunk Ave 💰 $$
Ralph's Italian Restaurant
Italian American
America's oldest Italian restaurant (1900). Classic red-sauce Italian in a no-frills, old-school setting.
⭐ 4.5 📍 760 S 9th St 💰 $$
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Ishkabibble's
Cheesesteaks & Fried Chicken
South Street's most beloved greasy spoon. Cheesesteaks, chicken sandwiches, and late-night food after shows.
⭐ 4.4 📍 337 South St 💰 $
Famous 4th St Deli
Jewish Deli
Historic Jewish deli since 1923. Towering pastrami sandwiches, matzo ball soup, and classic deli atmosphere.
⭐ 4.5 📍 700 S 4th St 💰 $$
Tattooed Mom
Dive Bar & Pub Food
Legendary dive bar with surprisingly good food, PBR specials, and local art covering every surface.
⭐ 4.5 📍 530 South St 💰 $
Suraya
Lebanese
Stunning Lebanese restaurant with a gorgeous garden and some of the best food in Philadelphia. Brunch is legendary.
⭐ 4.7 📍 1528 Frankford Ave 💰 $$$
Pizzeria Beddia
Pizza
Joe Beddia's sit-down pizzeria — possibly the best pizza in Philadelphia. Natural wine list and small plates too.
⭐ 4.6 📍 1313 N Lee St 💰 $$
Kensington Quarters
Whole-Animal Butcher & Restaurant
Butcher shop and restaurant in one. Heritage cuts to cook at home, or eat in the dining room. Serious meat program.
⭐ 4.5 📍 1310 Frankford Ave 💰 $$$
Sor Ynez
Oaxacan Mexican
Oaxacan restaurant with a mezcal bar. Mole, tlayudas, and some of the most interesting Mexican food in the city.
⭐ 4.6 📍 1800 S 11th St 💰 $$$
Fond
French BYOB
French-inspired BYOB with seasonal tasting menus. Romantic, refined, and one of the avenue's best.
⭐ 4.7 📍 1617 E Passyunk Ave 💰 $$$
DiNic's Roast Pork
Roast Pork Sandwiches
The roast pork sandwich was named the best sandwich in America by Travel Channel. Sharp provolone and broccoli rabe.
⭐ 4.7 📍 Reading Terminal Market 💰 $
Beiler's Bakery
Amish Bakery
Amish-run bakery with doughnuts that sell out by noon. The glazed and apple fritter are legendary. Go early.
⭐ 4.8 📍 Reading Terminal Market 💰 $
Bassetts Ice Cream
Ice Cream
America's oldest ice cream company (1861). Rich, dense ice cream in classic and seasonal flavors.
⭐ 4.6 📍 Reading Terminal Market 💰 $
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