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- EElizabethVIPPhiladelphia County •12 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoAbsolutely wonderful. Delicious food and friendly service. Our favorite place in the city for special occasions.More infoEstia - PhiladelphiaPrice: Very Expensive• Greek• Center City•4.8
- TTracyPhiladelphia County •4 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWe had a party of 4 dine at DelFriscos the weekend before Christmas. Our reservation was at 615 and we were greeted and seated right away. Strawberry sidecar was delicious ! Filets were cooked perfectly and seasoned well. We split truffle fries..grilled asparagus..creamed corn. ..they were all delicious as well. Service and ambience were well worth the money spent. We will definitely be back!More infoDel Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - PhiladelphiaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Center City•4.6
- LlisaPhiladelphia County •18 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoBest guacamole I’ve ever had. I could seriously just sit at the bar and order the different guacamoles. Also, the black bean enchilada is good if you like a little spice in your foodMore infoEl VezPrice: Moderate• Mexican / Southwestern• Center City•4.7
- SSallyAtlantic City / South Jersey Shore •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoDelicious from start to finish! We raved about the house made biscuits which were were impossibly made better with a touch of the honey sweetened butter. Next, the Caesar salad was tasty but had a bit too much dressing. We were offered a special of bone-in ribeye which had the perfect sear and was cooked exactly to temperature. It was juicy and flavorful without needing any other accoutrements. We did, however add a lobster tail which was also absolute perfection. The stuffed hash browns (caramelized onions and a cheese I can’t recall) were a perfect blend of savory, crunchy and creamy but the Brussel sprouts weren’t anything to remember. And finally, dessert. The baked Alaska - Worth. Every. Calorie. The service was impeccable and friendly without being intrusive or overbearing. The atmosphere was refined yet comfortable. A beautiful experience all around.More infoButcher & SingerPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Center City•4.9
- AAslihanPhiladelphia County •4 reviews5.0Dined on 16 Dec 2024This was a special occasion and everything was hot fresh and the vibes were so warm and friendlyyyMore infoThe Capital Grille - PhiladelphiaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Center City•4.8
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The whole world should knows that there’s more to the diverse dining scene of Center City than cheesesteaks and hoagies. Israeli, Mexican, Japanese and a melting pot of other cuisines are dished up daily in the shadow of the Liberty Bell. French bistros are becoming as commonplace as Italian delis. If you haven’t tried black truffle pizza, what’s stopping you? Whether it’s a cocoa-cured rack of lamb or a vegan wood-roasted carrot that you’re craving, Center City likely has it. Fine dining establishments and casual rooftop bars co-exist in perfect harmony, and top chefs collaborate rather than compete. By the way, the iconic cheesesteaks and hoagies aren't bad either.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Center City is Garden Grille & Bar - Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City
The best vegan restaurants in Center City are Charlie was a sinner., Bar Bombon and Fia Philadelphia
The best vegetarian restaurants in Center City are Estia - Philadelphia, High Street Restaurant & Bar and Charlie was a sinner.
The restaurants with the best service in Center City are Abe Fisher, kenLOVES Byob and Chima Steakhouse - Philadelphia
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Center City are Garden Grille & Bar - Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City, The Wine Garden and The Tavern
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