The Sofitel Philadelphia stays true to its French roots by allowing “chiens” (that’s French for dogs) to stay for no additional fee. There is a policy of no more than two pets per room.
Feeling gluttonous? Grab a slice and wrap it around a nearby Jim's Cheesesteak for what locals refer to as "South Street Sushi." Be sure to bring your own antacid. Read more.
Just make sure you arrive early whenever you do stop by: The crowds are already massive, even this short into its run. Good Korean fried chicken will do that to a city. Read more.
From the outside you would not expect the great atmosphere, food and drinks that await you inside. Best kept secret of the year.
Go for oysters and English staples, all of which will make you question British grub's bad rap. Read more.
While the main action at A.Kitchen might be happening among the local celebrities on the floor, the bar has excellent cocktails that perfectly marry classicism and modern mixology.
Of course South Philadelphia is where you go for the best Italian in town. Come to Monsu and order Peter McAndrews's arancia with short-rib ragu or sausage lasagna with raisins and cinnamon. Read more.
Old World Special: consists of prosciutto, dry hot capicola, and sharp provolone along with shredded lettuce, tomato, onion, and lots of roasted long hots. Read more.
The Sicilian: filled with prosciutto, sopressata, hot coppa, mortadella, roasted red peppers and super piquant sharp provolone on Sarcone's bread. Read more.
Go for brunch and try the turkey bacon and spinach frittata or the unbelievably thick-cut cream-cheese-stuffed French toast. Read more.
Opened in July 2006, North Bowl is the ultimate hang-out Oron dreamed. The completely renovated former mechanics garage is now a 21,000-square-foot nightlife haven.
Deviled eggs are a treat, but deviled eggs tarted up with lump crab or black truffle or whatever else is on chef Mitch Prensky’s mind can’t be beat when paired with a cocktail or glass of wine. Read more.
Of all the things to love about Marc Vetri’s casual Italian hot spot, the pizza — lightly charred, with thoughtful, harmonious toppings — is the real superstar. Read more.
Get the best pizza in Philadelphia here, but call ahead and reserve your dough! (215) 425-4983
Jim's Steaks is said to be one of the best places in Philadelphia for cheesesteaks. As seen on Man v Food.
Cute, quirky neighborhood place. Good coffee (la colombe). Don't take owner Said too seriously----he's a jokester!
Best coffee house in the city... Just expanded the seating area to the cozy basement. Free wifi too!
Embrace the Ethiopian specialties like dorowat (peppery stewed chicken), zilzil tibs (beef strips sautéed with traditional herbs), and colorful vegetarian stews (get the four-dish combo). Read more.
