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Philadelphia Approved ✓
Cucina Zapata is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

1. Cucina Zapata

31st St (at Ludlow), Philadelphia, PA
Food Truck · University City · 34 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: One of the best food trucks in Philly! Get the chicken katsu burrito with rice and extra katsu sauce. Oh and don't forget the Thai iced tea!

Vedge is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

2. Vedge

9.0
1221 Locust St (btwn 12th St & 13th St), Philadelphia, PA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Washington Square West · 139 tips and reviews

Richie S.Richie Stark: Grab seats in the cocktail lounge and sit back, grab a drink from the happy hour list, and enjoy the starters before grabbing something from the dirt list (or those beets). You can't go wrong.

Milk & Honey Market is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

3. Milk & Honey Market

4435 Baltimore Ave (at 45th St), Philadelphia, PA
Gourmet Store · Spruce Hill · 26 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: Get a delicious almond croissant or one of the killer artisanal sandwiches.

Audrey Claire is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

4. Audrey Claire

276 S 20th St (at Spruce St), Philadelphia, PA
New American Restaurant · Center City · 44 tips and reviews

Visit PhillyVisit Philly: Ask to sit at the open kitchen bar to witness your food evolve from fresh ingredients to a beautifully plated meal.

Capogiro is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

5. Capogiro

3925 Walnut St (btwn 39th & 40th), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · University City · 87 tips and reviews

6. Zavino Wine Bar & Pizzeria

112 S 13th St (at Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
Wine Bar · Center City East · 76 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: The ricotta stuffed veal meatballs are unbelievable.

Sampan is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

7. Sampan

8.5
124 S 13th St (btw Sansom St & Walnut St), Philadelphia, PA
Asian Restaurant · Center City East · 184 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: The best happy hour in Philly, 4pm - 7pm everyday!

The Franklin Bar is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

8. The Franklin Bar

112 S 18th St (btwn Chestnut & Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
Cocktail Bar · Center City West · 141 tips and reviews
The Original Tacconelli's Pizzeria is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

9. The Original Tacconelli's Pizzeria

8.6
2604 E Somerset St (btw Almond St & Mercer St), Philadelphia, PA
Pizzeria · Port Richmond · 30 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The only bad part of the deal is having to order your dough in advance early that morning or a day ahead. But, that's the price you pay for greatness. [Eater 38 Member]

Honest Tom's Taco Shop is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

10. Honest Tom's Taco Shop

261 S 44th St (btwn Locust & Spruce St), Philadelphia, PA
Taco Restaurant · Spruce Hill · 75 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: You gotta get the pork taco, so tender and the fixens are so fresh.

Lil' Pop Shop is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

11. Lil' Pop Shop

8.8
265 S 44th St (btwn Locust & Spruce), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · Spruce Hill · 33 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: Killer flavors like Vietnamese Ice Coffee, Lemon Shortbread, Chocolate with Salted Caramel Brownie, and Lime Mint.

Sugar Philly Dessert Truck is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

12. Sugar Philly Dessert Truck

7.2
(38th and Walnut Street), Philadelphia, PA
Food Truck · Manayunk · 14 tips and reviews

Penn A.Penn Appetit: The Milk and Honey macarons will reverse any bad day.

Pitruco Mobile Wood-Fired Pizza is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

13. Pitruco Mobile Wood-Fired Pizza

8.8
Philadelphia, PA
Food Truck · Center City East · 15 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: Awesome wood fire cooked pizza out of the back of a truck. This is not to be missed.

Federal Donuts is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

14. Federal Donuts

1219 S 2nd St (at Manton St), Philadelphia, PA
Donut Shop · Queen Village - Pennsport · 76 tips and reviews

Allie I.Allie Ilagan: From chef Michael Solomonov, FedNuts has the masses clamoring for its blend of specialty cake donuts, strong coffee and Korean fried chicken. Be sure to arrive before noon; birds sell out in minutes.

Jamonera is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

15. Jamonera

105 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA
Tapas Restaurant · Center City East · 56 tips and reviews

Visit PhillyVisit Philly: Partners Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran’s newest restaurant transports diners to the Iberian Peninsula with its tapas, tostas, charcuterie and small plates.

Green Eggs Cafe is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

16. Green Eggs Cafe

1306 Dickinson St (at Clarion St), Philadelphia, PA
Café · Bella Vista - Southwark · 71 tips and reviews

Brendan K.Brendan Keegan: The "Kitchen Sink" is huge! Split it with someone.

17. KC's Pastries

8.1
109 N 10th St (btwn Arch & Cherry), Philadelphia, PA
Bakery · Chinatown · 15 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: Pineapple custard bun. Thank me later.

Alla Spina is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

18. Alla Spina

1410 Mount Vernon St (at Broad St), Philadelphia, PA
Gastropub · North Philadelphia · 55 tips and reviews
Isgro Pastries is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

19. Isgro Pastries

8.7
1009 Christian St (at 10th St), Philadelphia, PA
Bakery · Bella Vista - Southwark · 39 tips and reviews
Talula's Garden is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

20. Talula's Garden

9.2
210 W Washington Sq (btwn Walnut St & Locust St), Philadelphia, PA
New American Restaurant · Washington Square West · 117 tips and reviews
Tinto is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

21. Tinto

114 S 20th St, Philadelphia, PA
Tapas Restaurant · Center City West · 73 tips and reviews
One Tippling Place is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

22. One Tippling Place

8.1
2006 Chestnut St (at S 20th St), Philadelphia, PA
Cocktail Bar · Center City West · 41 tips and reviews
Amis Trattoria is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

23. Amis Trattoria

412 S 13th St (btwn Pine St & Lombard St), Philadelphia, PA
Italian Restaurant · Washington Square West · 92 tips and reviews
Reading Terminal Market is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

24. Reading Terminal Market

9.3
51 N 12th St (btwn Arch & Filbert St), Philadelphia, PA
Food Court · Chinatown · 676 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: The historic farmers market located in downtown Philadelphia opened in 1892 and is a favorite among locals as well as visitors. Choose from homemade Amish specialties to fresh seafood.

Yummy Yummy is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

25. Yummy Yummy

7.2
52 N 10th St (Arch St), Philadelphia, PA
Asian Restaurant · Chinatown · 10 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: Stop here after a yummy day in China Town and pick up a coconut bubble tea smoothie!

La Rosa Pizzeria is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

26. La Rosa Pizzeria

8.6
2106 S Broad St (at Snyder Ave), Philadelphia, PA
Pizzeria · South Philadelphia · 8 tips and reviews

Adam B.Adam Back'alackavic: Best pizza in south philly

Tampopo is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

27. Tampopo

7.7
269 S 44th St (at Spruce St), Philadelphia, PA
Asian Restaurant · Spruce Hill · 19 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: Get yourself a bento box and get to try a bit of everything. I like to go half beef half chicken for no extra cost.

Sitar India Restaurant is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

28. Sitar India Restaurant

6.6
60 S 38th St (btwn Ludlow & Chestnut), Philadelphia, PA
Indian Restaurant · University City · 39 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: Best Indian food in Philly. Be sure to not eat anything for 24 hours before so you can properly stuff your face.

Beck's Cajun Cafe is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

29. Beck's Cajun Cafe

8.1
51 N 12th St (at Reading Terminal Market), Philadelphia, PA
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · Chinatown · 61 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: The gumbo is killer, but don't forget about the bread pudding that's smothered in heavenly whiskey sauce.

Beiler's Doughnuts is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

30. Beiler's Doughnuts

8.9
51 N 12th St (at Reading Terminal Market), Philadelphia, PA
Donut Shop · Chinatown · 53 tips and reviews

DailyCandyDailyCandy: Watch Pennsylvania Dutch bakers turn out doughy goodness before your eyes; those in the know snap up banana cream and glazed varieties. Most donuts are under a buck, so take home a dozen.

Elixr Coffee Roasters is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

31. Elixr Coffee Roasters

9.3
207 S Sydenham St (btwn Walnut and Locust), Philadelphia, PA
Coffee Shop · Rittenhouse Square · 188 tips and reviews
Serpico is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

32. Serpico

604 South St, Philadelphia, PA
American Restaurant · Washington Square West · 38 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Having proven to be one of the most inventive and beautiful restaurants around, Serpico could be just the thing to turn South Street around. [Eater 38 Member]

Fork is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

33. Fork

8.3
306 Market St (btw S 3rd St & S 4th St), Philadelphia, PA
New American Restaurant · Center City East · 90 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The addition of Eli Kulp has kicked the experience at Fork up to a whole new level, and the critics and crowd have responded with glowing reviews and word of mouth

Vernick Food & Drink is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

34. Vernick Food & Drink

9.0
2031 Walnut St (at S 20th St), Philadelphia, PA
American Restaurant · Center City West · 82 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Vernick Food & Drink is a critical darling, and putting out some of the most technically beautiful food in Philly. But, there's plenty of soul in Greg Vernick's food, too. [Eater 38 Member]

Di Bruno Bros. is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

35. Di Bruno Bros.

9.3
1730 Chestnut St (btwn S 17th & 18th St), Philadelphia, PA
Gourmet Store · Center City West · 113 tips and reviews

36. Italian Market

8.6
900 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA
Farmers Market · Bella Vista - Southwark · 55 tips and reviews

Jen J W.Jen J Walker: Game meats, cured meats, a billion kind of sausages, imported cheeses, herbs, REAL BUTCHERS. Foodies & Cooks can find a million meals to make with what's for sale here.

El Jarocho is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

37. El Jarocho

8.9
1138 S 13th St (at Ellsworth St.), Philadelphia, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Bella Vista - Southwark · 33 tips and reviews

Joel G.Joel Goldman: The al pastor burrito is excellent, and HUGE!!!

High Street on Market is one of Philadelphia Approved ✓.

38. High Street on Market

308 Market St (at 3rd St), Philadelphia, PA
American Restaurant · Center City East · 88 tips and reviews

David H.David Howland: One of the best breakfast places in Philly. Delicious bread as well.