Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Philadelphia

Ian K. • August 26, 2017Super-friendly staff located centrally in a great neighborhood, this tapas place is the perfect place to enjoy a warm Summer evening.

Little Black D. • May 10, 2013This may be the best coffee in Philadelphia.

Morgan M. • June 13, 2020A notorious local Philly spot. The blueberry, banana, and cantaloupe water ice make a very rare appearance. If these flavors are available on the menu, they’re a must.

Olly N. • March 14, 2018Espresso tonics! Roasted on site in a beautiful space, great staff and a close local neighbourhood vibe. Plenty great pour overs to choose, just ask the owner.

Tristan R. • September 19, 2016Hip, authentic bar with a great selection of beers and good music played on vinyl. The cheese plates make for great, slightly upscale bar snacks, but the $5 burger is as classic as you can get.

Jackie N. • November 24, 2013So good! Sort of a dive but who cares? The food is great!

Chilly • April 17, 2010best french toast, best nova lox, best whitefish salad, best corned beef and best chocolate chip cookie. bring your appetite.

John G. • March 1, 2017Delicious Italian food with the added treat of opera singing. Great restaurant for a special and memorable evening.

Stef C. • March 8, 2019The food is quality and very fresh! Well worth the year wait to come back.

Joshua S. • August 11, 2013Fantastic James Beard nominated bakery and cafe now with sushi and banh mi at the new location. Try the almond croissant.

Nashay P. • November 23, 2011Everyone get the delicious bahn mi but don't sleep on the summer rolls!

Visit Philly • October 12, 2011Family owned and operated since 1932, this corner deli is a hoagie legend. The Godfather (prosciutto, sopressata, roasted peppers, mozzarella, sundried tomatoes & green olives) is a standout.

Sean M. • July 22, 2013Staff is super friendly and they love dogs (thought they have to stay outside.) They deliver and call ahead always saves time.

Kevin B. • March 12, 2013Honestly, a South Philly gem I've just discovered and I think it may be the best pizza in town. Bring cash though!

Neighborhood B. • August 31, 2015The chicken parm is huge and delicious. The "sunday gravy" is meat heaven. My friends love the vegan offerings. Make sure you ask for homemade limoncello while you're here.

The Penguinator • January 1, 2016Their fresh pasta is divine! Be sure to get a container of their marinara sauce to go along with it. They also have a great olive bar, marinated artichokes, and roasted red peppers.

Bill C. • August 5, 2018Great place with superb atmosphere!!!

Ashley K. • November 5, 2022Loved the veggie cauliflower appetizer and the specialty pasta with shrimp

Lisa S. • June 8, 2011Best cannolis in the city. All the desserts are amazing and I'm officially addicted to their cupcakes!

Kyesha O. • June 2, 2013Love It! The rolls and lumch meats are so friggn fresh dude. Get there early before they run out of rolls.

Pat • March 24, 2018Awesome place with GREAT sushi. We stayed in the bar area, there’s a back room sort of chefs table sushi area as well if you’re into that. Great sake and staff for recommendations

Kelly V. • January 12, 2019Everything is good here! Big fan of the chocolate babka and the rugelach.

Richie S. • February 25, 2015Cheap and tasty - a go to spot. It's usually pretty busy during peak hours, but moves quickly. $7 cocktails will knock you on your @rse.

Emily H. • January 14, 2020Delicious square pizza - recommend the Colony (pepperoni, pickled jalapeño, honey). The Le Big Matt burger was also fabulous and juicy, don’t miss it!

Joe J. • March 25, 2011Excellent cheesesteak.. Line can be long but moves quick

Ed • December 8, 2011Best brunch in Philadelphia. Jorjito's Enfrijoladas and a Bloody Mary is brunch perfection. Staff is awesome and there's rarely a wait. My favorite bar.

Caroline V. • June 20, 2012Awesome spot for vegans and their meat-eating friends to dine happily. Delicious dishes for everyone!

Nick S. • April 5, 2013Really creative dishes. Everything is good and I don't think you can go wrong. Cobia was amazing, dry aged strip steak with seasonal veggies was fantastic, and both the octopus and kamachi apps rock.

Ava • August 7, 2012eggplant ricotta is amazing but ask for the margherita pizza with the spicy garlic sauce and you'll be in heaven 

Abby • April 8, 2023One of the best bakeries I’ve ever been too, and luckily it’s in my neighborhood! Loafs of bread are 🙌🏼 plus the 🤤 pastries and even a 💪🏼 salad! Can’t go wrong. Nice people too.