Best Restaurants for Foodies in Deptford

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1. Anthony's Creative Italian Cuisine

4.9

Exceptional(1876)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Haddon Heights

Booked 21 times today

One visit to Anthony’s creative Italian cuisine & you will be hooked. As you walk into one of three beautifully redesigned dinning rooms, in a building that dates back to the 1930’s, you will smell the aromas of the freshest ingredients and spices, which are used to create the unique menu. This coupled with the warm earth tones & natural lighting from the oversized windows makes dining here a truly special experience. Outdoor café dinning when weather permits adds to the romantic ambience.As you are escorted to your table you can’t help but notice the beautifully crafted temperature controlled oak wine cabinet which houses up to 200 bottles of wine. Since the restaurant is a BYOB, the owners wanted to provide customers with a place to store their favorite wines so they are readily available each time they visit. Anthony’s also offers the use of any of their dinning rooms for private events.

2. Talula’s Garden

4.9

Exceptional(13258)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Washington Square

Booked 136 times today

Behind the wrought iron gate, past the herbaceous patio and through the atrium is Talula's Garden, the warm and elegant Washington Square eatery from Aimee Olexy and Starr Restaurants. The modern menu, prepared with carefully-sourced ingredients and a light European touch, changes with the seasons. The artful cuisine, hospitable staff, sustainable spirits, and a focus on cheese make the dining experience here incredibly memorable.

3. Little Water

4.6

Exceptional(97)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Center City

Booked 26 times today

Located in the historic neighborhood of Rittenhouse Square, Little Water is the latest restaurant from husband-and-wife team, Chef Randy Rucker and Amanda Rucker. Inspired by the Ruckers' experiences living along the Gulf Coast, New England, and Mid-Atlantic regions, Little Water is a contemporary coastal restaurant that celebrates the ecological diversity of life by the sea.The sister restaurant to the acclaimed East Passyunk Avenue gem, River Twice—which has been recognized by The Philadelphia Inquirer and The New York Times, and has earned Chef Randy’s Philadelphia Magazine’s “Best Chef” and, most recently, a James Beard Award nomination in 2024 for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic—Little Water continues the Ruckers' dedication to sustainability and local sourcing. With an a la carte menu inspired by the dynamic ecosystem of tranquil marshes, expansive bays, and secluded coves, Little Water captures the coastal spirit in a warm and lively atmosphere.

4. Vernick Fish

4.7

Exceptional(2208)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Center City

Booked 46 times today

Vernick Fish presents Philadelphia’s own, Chef Greg Vernick’s exploration beyond the boundaries of a seafood restaurant. His ingredient-driven cooking style, paired with a love for global flavors, results in an inventive menu of fish and shellfish dishes, and a range of vegetable preparations. Taking a detailed, seasonal, and sustainable approach with small and large plate offerings, the kitchen brings new life to the favorite hallmarks of American oyster bar fare and raw bar. Complementing the experience are well-crafted cocktails, and a focused wine list of seafood-friendly white and sparkling offerings, as well as light, fresh reds.

5. Amada PHL

4.7

Exceptional(8731)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Old City

Booked 51 times today

Amada is an Andalusian tapas bar & restaurant where Chef Jose Garces embraces the rich traditions of Spanish gastronomy while incorporating avant-garde cooking techniques in a gorgeous rustic-chic settingSpecialties of the HouseSpanish Octopus, Garlic Shrimp, Tortilla Española, Paella Valenciana, Whole Roasted Suckling Pig (Call to order 72 hours in advance, excluding Sundays), Seasonal Sangrías, Cocktails, and Wine.Private Parties: Amada welcomes groups of all sizes. Festive settings, service and menus are perfect for intimate dinners with friends, special occasions and holidays, corporate meetings and staff parties. Events can be booked throughout the restaurant and in our private dining rooms seven days a week. For parties of 10 or more, please call our private events team at 267-284-7979 or email events@garcesgroup.com

6. AMINA

4.5

Awesome(1378)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Old City

Booked 57 times today

Owner Felicia Wilson and Chef Partner Darryl Harmon, who hails from Gouldstown, NJ in Cumberland County, which is considered the oldest black community in the U.S., is an award-winning chef for The Lure Group in New York City. He previously served as the Executive Chef at the Water Works Restaurant in Philadelphia between 2007 and 2012.

7. Verona Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(1635)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Haddonfield

Booked 16 times today

Verona Ristorante is a foodie's paradise. The restaurant, under culinary direction of Chef Arthur, a Le Cordon Bleu Graduate, offers modern renditions of classic Southern Italian and Sicilian cuisine. Reviews rave about the 'delicious food', 'interesting menu', 'outstanding food', and 'exceptional service'. The restaurant's ambiance is also highly praised, with one reviewer stating 'Beautiful quaint Italian restaurant outstanding food outstanding service'. It's a perfect place for anyone looking for a delightful dining experience.

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8. Buddakan - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(11365)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Old City

Booked 131 times today

Stephen Starr’s Buddakan is a spectacular restaurant featuring exotic flavors of modern Asian cuisine with creativity and drama. Bon Appetit notes, "The mostly white space is striking, with a lit-from-within communal table in the middle of the room, a waterfall & a ten-foot, candle-bedecked Buddha. The religious icon watches over hip customers indulging in pan-Asian cuisine that far surpasses the fare usually found at hot spots like this." Newsweek reports, "Design also serves as a signifier for cuisine. You walk into Buddakan, one of the hottest new restaurants in Philadelphia, past a shimmering waterfall & Japanese river stones & you say to yourself, 'ginger-miso everything' even before you see the magnificent 10-foot Buddha dominating the dining room." Named one of “America's Top 50 Restaurants" by Travel & Leisure and 'Top Restaurant for Fun' by Gourmet, Buddakan has become one of the country's most talked about restaurants.

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9. Fork - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(5132)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Old City

Booked 49 times today

Fork in Philadelphia is a foodie paradise, offering a unique and evolving dining experience with a commitment to seasonality and local ingredients. The restaurant has been praised for its creative, well-prepared, and delicious dishes, as per the reviews. The ambience is described as warm and friendly, with an intimate setting that enhances the culinary journey. Apart from the exceptional food, the attentive and knowledgeable service adds to the overall dining experience. Fork has received accolades such as James Beard Foundation Finalist and Esquire's '100 Restaurants We Can't Afford to Lose', solidifying its status as a foodie hotspot.

10. The Love

4.8

Exceptional(7369)

Price: Expensive

• American • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 177 times today

Aimee Olexy and Stephen Starr's The Love is a bi-level sanctuary features 150 seats, split between the main dining room, sidewalk seating, and an upper-level loft. The restaurant is a spirited and carefree neighborhood café celebrating everyday American cuisine. The menu is crafted around what’s truly seasonal and local, while the beverage program reflects the best of the region. This creative energy is matched by a front-of-house service staff passionate about providing homey hospitality morning, noon and night.

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Hanan
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Overall great, quick service and delicious food! We did dine early, and I could see the kitchen slowly down during peak hours
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Amada PHLPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Old City
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4.7
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George
Greater Boston •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
I unfortunately think this place suffered from being overhyped. The ambience and service were fantastic. However the food did not blow us away. While there were some highlights including the raw bay scallops, the hash brown, and the “Caesar like salad”, most was forgettable. For the price tag and portion sizes, we left a bit disappointed. Overall, good little spot. Not rushing back though.
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Little WaterPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Center City
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4.6
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Kelsey
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Boyfriend and I got the lamb brisket as a starter, and then the salmon for main course and Thai cucumber salad as a side. We split them all. I would probably not order the lamb again, but everything else was fantastic. Our server Francis was super kind. Great dinner and highly recommend!
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Talula’s GardenPrice: Very Expensive• American• Washington Square
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4.9
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JohnVIP
Philadelphia County •177 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My wife and I had a pleasant dinner on a Thursday evening. Noise level was fine. Server was great - friendly and efficient. We split a salad that was still too large for one person to consume. Salmon and short ribs entrees were very good.
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Anthony's Creative Italian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Haddon Heights
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4.9
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Gabriella
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food was fresh and tasted amazing. Had the sea bass, 10/10. Had every raw oyster they had available and loved every single one. The broccolini Caesar was amazing as well. Will definitely go back to try the crab fried rice.
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Vernick FishPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Center City
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4.7

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29 restaurants available nearby

1. Anthony's Creative Italian Cuisine

2. Talula’s Garden

3. Little Water

4. Vernick Fish

5. Amada PHL

6. AMINA

7. Verona Ristorante

8. Buddakan - Philadelphia

9. Fork - Philadelphia

10. The Love

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