Philadelphia Like a Local: Guidebook

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Philadelphia Like a Local: Guidebook

Local Restaurants (South Philly)

Philadelphia is a FOODIE paradise. Here are a list of our favorite must try locations in the city! While center city has some big names in food, why not walk to some great local gems or try an up and coming chef before you can't get a reservation!
Extensive array of Spanish-centric small plates & wine with an outdoor patio. Located in the heart of Passyunk Square, this vibrant local destination always draws a crowd.
42 residents recomanen
Barcelona Wine Bar
1709 E Passyunk Ave
42 residents recomanen
Extensive array of Spanish-centric small plates & wine with an outdoor patio. Located in the heart of Passyunk Square, this vibrant local destination always draws a crowd.
Fine Mexican fare, potent margaritas, a lively vibe & outdoor seating make this a popular hangout. If the weather is nice, this is the patio you want to be sitting on!
137 residents recomanen
Cantina Los Caballitos
1651 E Passyunk Ave
137 residents recomanen
Fine Mexican fare, potent margaritas, a lively vibe & outdoor seating make this a popular hangout. If the weather is nice, this is the patio you want to be sitting on!
If a view is what you want, this is one of the BEST in the city! Scenic rooftop of an old school building offers a unique vintage flair and offers new life to this commanding structure. With cool vibes offering wine, craft beer & Asian bites, plus family days on Sundays. Don't miss! (open only during the warmer months)
62 residents recomanen
Bok Bar
800 Mifflin St
62 residents recomanen
If a view is what you want, this is one of the BEST in the city! Scenic rooftop of an old school building offers a unique vintage flair and offers new life to this commanding structure. With cool vibes offering wine, craft beer & Asian bites, plus family days on Sundays. Don't miss! (open only during the warmer months)
American beer bar featuring a lineup of drafts that rotates often, plus unique kitchen creations.
112 residents recomanen
South Philadelphia Tap Room
1509 Mifflin St
112 residents recomanen
American beer bar featuring a lineup of drafts that rotates often, plus unique kitchen creations.
Laid-back brewpub with house beers, wine, cocktails & vegan-friendly bar bites
29 residents recomanen
Second District Brewing Company
1939 S Bancroft St
29 residents recomanen
Laid-back brewpub with house beers, wine, cocktails & vegan-friendly bar bites
Chinese plates with a Jewish twist & festive scorpion bowls are served at this snug, energetic spot.
83 residents recomanen
Bing Bing Dim Sum
1648 E Passyunk Ave
83 residents recomanen
Chinese plates with a Jewish twist & festive scorpion bowls are served at this snug, energetic spot.
If you're looking for a high end culinary experience, look no further. An intimate settings offers a tight menu of creative French & American fare in a small, stylish BYOB bistro. Book your table well in advance.
37 residents recomanen
Laurel
1617 E Passyunk Ave
37 residents recomanen
If you're looking for a high end culinary experience, look no further. An intimate settings offers a tight menu of creative French & American fare in a small, stylish BYOB bistro. Book your table well in advance.
Dinner and a show? Look no further! A south Philly landmark, this quint essential eatery offers classic Italian dishes served with a side of live opera performed by your talented wait staff. Romantic evening, or a fun group gathering. A perfect place to 'make a night of it'.
32 residents recomanen
The Victor Café
1303 Dickinson Street
32 residents recomanen
Dinner and a show? Look no further! A south Philly landmark, this quint essential eatery offers classic Italian dishes served with a side of live opera performed by your talented wait staff. Romantic evening, or a fun group gathering. A perfect place to 'make a night of it'.
No Michelin stars here, but if you are craving some late night eats, stubble no further than next door for an assortment of options to fill that craving!
Three Countries
1626 Dickinson St
No Michelin stars here, but if you are craving some late night eats, stubble no further than next door for an assortment of options to fill that craving!
A rotating list of microbrews matches the quirky menu of sandwiches & bar food at this hip hangout. Live like the locals and get a sense of the neighborhood most visitors never get to see.
167 residents recomanen
American Sardine Bar
1800 Federal St
167 residents recomanen
A rotating list of microbrews matches the quirky menu of sandwiches & bar food at this hip hangout. Live like the locals and get a sense of the neighborhood most visitors never get to see.
Bright corner BYO serving burgers, salads & other New American brunch & dinner classics.
53 residents recomanen
On Point Bistro
1200 Point Breeze Ave
53 residents recomanen
Bright corner BYO serving burgers, salads & other New American brunch & dinner classics.
They serve homemade quality dishes using only the best local ingredients that truly are ‘Philly to Table’! The limited menu features items that are never frozen, made on premises and perfected to meet our impossible standards. Also look out for nightly specials, appetizer selections and delectable desserts.
6 residents recomanen
Burrata
1247 S 13th St
6 residents recomanen
They serve homemade quality dishes using only the best local ingredients that truly are ‘Philly to Table’! The limited menu features items that are never frozen, made on premises and perfected to meet our impossible standards. Also look out for nightly specials, appetizer selections and delectable desserts.
18 residents recomanen
Dock Street South
2118 Washington Ave
18 residents recomanen
56 residents recomanen
Cafe Ynez
2025 Washington Ave
56 residents recomanen

Your Morning FIX!

Need a spot to get your caffeine in the morning? A quick bite? Perhaps just a cozy cafe to relax. Philly has it all! PS - coming soon, check out Batter & Crumbs Vegan bakery at Reed & Carlisle!
This brunch trio crafts quirky fare with herbs from a rooftop garden & goods from local merchants.
265 residents recomanen
Green Eggs Café
212 S 13th St
265 residents recomanen
This brunch trio crafts quirky fare with herbs from a rooftop garden & goods from local merchants.
Euro-style cafe serving java, a global menu of sandwiches & small plates, plus beer, wine & drinks.
43 residents recomanen
Plenty Café
1710 E Passyunk Ave
43 residents recomanen
Euro-style cafe serving java, a global menu of sandwiches & small plates, plus beer, wine & drinks.
Cozy choice offering coffee, smoothies & homestyle fare with vegan-friendly & gluten-free options.
34 residents recomanen
B2 Cafe
1500 E Passyunk Ave
34 residents recomanen
Cozy choice offering coffee, smoothies & homestyle fare with vegan-friendly & gluten-free options.
Breakfast & lunch fare plus coffee are served at this caffeine bar with a mosaic-adorned facade.
54 residents recomanen
Black N Brew
1523 E Passyunk Ave
54 residents recomanen
Breakfast & lunch fare plus coffee are served at this caffeine bar with a mosaic-adorned facade.
Our closest morning spot, this hip cafe with an eye-catching mural serves coffee, smoothies, salads & gluten-free goodies.
33 residents recomanen
Hive
1444 S Broad St
33 residents recomanen
Our closest morning spot, this hip cafe with an eye-catching mural serves coffee, smoothies, salads & gluten-free goodies.
9 residents recomanen
Two Eagles Cafe
1401 S 20th St
9 residents recomanen

Philadelphia Attractions

When visiting the city of Brotherly Love - here are the must do attractions, and some you may not have thought of!
Book your time slot online or at the visitor center. Though free to enter, a timed ticket is required, and hard to come by in peak season.
569 residents recomanen
Sala de la Independència
520 Chestnut St
569 residents recomanen
Book your time slot online or at the visitor center. Though free to enter, a timed ticket is required, and hard to come by in peak season.
The oldest continuously occupied street in America! enjoy the colonial charm and cobblestones.
154 residents recomanen
Carrer d'Elfreth
126 Elfreth's Alley
154 residents recomanen
The oldest continuously occupied street in America! enjoy the colonial charm and cobblestones.
Climb the steps just like Rocky, and after you pump your fists in the air, enjoy a diverse collection of masterpieces.
1164 residents recomanen
Museu d'Art de Filadèlfia
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
1164 residents recomanen
Climb the steps just like Rocky, and after you pump your fists in the air, enjoy a diverse collection of masterpieces.
Undoubtedly the most manicured square in the city, this lovely park is well shaded and offers a charming respite in one of the nicest neighborhoods.
620 residents recomanen
Rittenhouse Square
135 S 18th St
620 residents recomanen
Undoubtedly the most manicured square in the city, this lovely park is well shaded and offers a charming respite in one of the nicest neighborhoods.
Take in the view from the TOP.
74 residents recomanen
Mirador One Liberty
1650 Market St
74 residents recomanen
Take in the view from the TOP.
Lunch? Snacks? Dessert? Produce? They have it all, brought in from local PA area farms.
739 residents recomanen
Mercat de Reading Terminal
1136 N 12th St
739 residents recomanen
Lunch? Snacks? Dessert? Produce? They have it all, brought in from local PA area farms.
560 residents recomanen
Barnes
2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
560 residents recomanen
Open air market, still full of character and venders!
419 residents recomanen
Italian Market
919 S 9th St
419 residents recomanen
Open air market, still full of character and venders!
385 residents recomanen
Els Jardins Màgics de Filadèlfia
1020 South St
385 residents recomanen
433 residents recomanen
Presó estatal de l'est
2027 Fairmount Ave
433 residents recomanen
Liberty Bell
Liberty Bell
317 residents recomanen
Parc del port de Spruce Street
301 S Christopher Columbus Blvd
317 residents recomanen
122 residents recomanen
Museu de la Revolució Americana
101 S 3rd St
122 residents recomanen

Philadelphia Restaurants

Enjoy any of these popular restaurants for great food at a reasonable price point. Most people don't realize that many chefs open in Philadelphia to get their experience before expanding to more expensive cities like New York. So enjoy top quality and innovative food, without breaking the bank.
For the third year in a row, Philly hot spot Zahav won big at the James Beard Awards, the annual honors given out to chefs, restaurants, and restaurateurs. The 11-year-old Israeli eatery in Society Hill, from star chef Michael Solomonov and Steve Cook, was named outstanding restaurant at the 2019 James Beard Awards ceremony. It was the only winner from Philadelphia, and the first time Philly received the outstanding restaurant award.
138 residents recomanen
Zahav
237 St James Pl
138 residents recomanen
For the third year in a row, Philly hot spot Zahav won big at the James Beard Awards, the annual honors given out to chefs, restaurants, and restaurateurs. The 11-year-old Israeli eatery in Society Hill, from star chef Michael Solomonov and Steve Cook, was named outstanding restaurant at the 2019 James Beard Awards ceremony. It was the only winner from Philadelphia, and the first time Philly received the outstanding restaurant award.
79 residents recomanen
Amada
217-219 Chestnut St
79 residents recomanen
The BEST brunch in the city. Amazing at all meals - but a buffet brunch to die for!
30 residents recomanen
Harp & Crown
1525 Sansom St
30 residents recomanen
The BEST brunch in the city. Amazing at all meals - but a buffet brunch to die for!
61 residents recomanen
Sampan
124 S 13th St
61 residents recomanen
51 residents recomanen
Double Knot
120 S 13th St
51 residents recomanen
65 residents recomanen
Mixto Restaurante
1141 Pine St
65 residents recomanen
137 residents recomanen
El Vez
121 S 13th St
137 residents recomanen
78 residents recomanen
Barbuzzo
110 S 13th St
78 residents recomanen
31 residents recomanen
Little Nonna's
1234 Locust St
31 residents recomanen
38 residents recomanen
Moshulu
401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd
38 residents recomanen
29 residents recomanen
XIX (Nineteen) Restaurant
200 S Broad St
29 residents recomanen
10 residents recomanen
Attico Rooftop
219 S Broad St
10 residents recomanen
34 residents recomanen
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse
1428-1432 Chestnut Street
34 residents recomanen
140 residents recomanen
Fette Sau
1208 Frankford Ave
140 residents recomanen
52 residents recomanen
Buddakan
325 Chestnut St
52 residents recomanen
90 residents recomanen
The Franklin Fountain
116 Market St
90 residents recomanen
18 residents recomanen
Abe Fisher
1623 Sansom St
18 residents recomanen
46 residents recomanen
Village Whiskey
118 S 20th St
46 residents recomanen
223 residents recomanen
Parc
227 S 18th St
223 residents recomanen
42 residents recomanen
Dim Sum Garden
1020 Race St
42 residents recomanen
73 residents recomanen
Pizzeria Vetri
1939 Callowhill St
73 residents recomanen
40 residents recomanen
Oyster House
1516 Sansom St
40 residents recomanen
79 residents recomanen
Talula's Garden
210 W Washington Square
79 residents recomanen
6 residents recomanen
Giuseppe & Sons
1523 Sansom St
6 residents recomanen
11 residents recomanen
K'Far Cafe
110 S 19th St
11 residents recomanen

Bars

71 residents recomanen
Stateside
1536 E Passyunk Ave
71 residents recomanen
31 residents recomanen
Burg's Hideaway Lounge
1200 S 21st St
31 residents recomanen