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Pizzeria Vetri is one of Philadelphia.

1. Pizzeria Vetri

8.9
1939 Callowhill St (btwn N 19th & 20th St), Philadelphia, PA
Pizzeria · Fairmount - Art Museum · 72 tips and reviews
McGillin's Olde Ale House is one of Philadelphia.

2. McGillin's Olde Ale House

8.7
1310 Drury St (btwn S 13th & Juniper St), Philadelphia, PA
Pub · Center City East · 172 tips and reviews
Frankford Hall is one of Philadelphia.

3. Frankford Hall

9.2
1210 Frankford Ave (btwn W Girard Ave & Thompson St), Philadelphia, PA
Beer Garden · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 141 tips and reviews
Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse is one of Philadelphia.

4. Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse

9.1
7500 State Rd (btwn Rhawn St & Bleigh Ave), Philadelphia, PA
BBQ Joint · Holmesburg · 72 tips and reviews
HipCityVeg is one of Philadelphia.

5. HipCityVeg

8.7
127 S 18th St (at Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Center City West · 110 tips and reviews
Dutch Eating Place is one of Philadelphia.

6. Dutch Eating Place

8.2
51 N 12th St (at Reading Terminal Market), Philadelphia, PA
Breakfast Spot · Chinatown · 62 tips and reviews
Terakawa Ramen is one of Philadelphia.

7. Terakawa Ramen

8.9
204 N 9th St (btwn Race & Spring St), Philadelphia, PA
Ramen Restaurant · Chinatown · 101 tips and reviews
Green Eggs Cafe is one of Philadelphia.

8. Green Eggs Cafe

719 N 2nd St (btwn Fairmount Ave & Brown St), Philadelphia, PA
Café · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 115 tips and reviews
Jamaican D's Inc. is one of Philadelphia.

9. Jamaican D's Inc.

8.3
1265 E Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Caribbean Restaurant · East Germantown · 37 tips and reviews
Han Dynasty University City is one of Philadelphia.

10. Han Dynasty University City

8.6
3711 Market St, Philadelphia, PA
Szechuan Restaurant · University City · 67 tips and reviews
Rangoon Burmese Restaurant is one of Philadelphia.

11. Rangoon Burmese Restaurant

112 N 9th St, Philadelphia, PA
Burmese Restaurant · Chinatown · 56 tips and reviews
Boathouse Row is one of Philadelphia.

12. Boathouse Row

9.1
Kelly Dr, Philadelphia, PA
Harbor or Marina · West Philadelphia · 39 tips and reviews
Schuylkill River Trail - Conshohocken is one of Philadelphia.

13. Schuylkill River Trail - Conshohocken

8.9
227 Washington St, Conshohocken, PA
Hiking Trail · 5 tips and reviews
Reading Terminal Market is one of Philadelphia.

14. Reading Terminal Market

9.2
51 N 12th St (btwn Arch & Filbert St), Philadelphia, PA
Food Court · Chinatown · 676 tips and reviews

JenniferJennifer: So many great food choices!! We went for By George's cheese steak -Very fresh!

15. Reading Terminal Market

9.2
51 N 12th St (btwn Arch & Filbert St), Philadelphia, PA
Food Court · Chinatown · 676 tips and reviews

Don A.Don Alexander: While there, check out Carmen's, best cheesesteak in all of Philly! (IMHO)

16. Dalessandro’s Steaks & Hoagies

9.2
600 Wendover St (at Henry Ave), Philadelphia, PA
Sandwich Spot · Roxborough · 200 tips and reviews

George C.George C: Absolutely, the best cheese steak in Philadelphia. Trust me; I was born and raised in this city. Do not forget the sauce, fried onions and mushrooms.

17. John's Roast Pork

9.0
14 Snyder Ave (at Weccacoe Ave), Philadelphia, PA
Sandwich Spot · Queen Village - Pennsport · 119 tips and reviews

Mikey I.Mikey Ilagan: Try and make it here between their limited operating hours of 6:45am - 3pm M-F. Have anything they offer, all delicious: roast pork, roast beef, cheesesteaks.

Jim's Steaks is one of Philadelphia.

18. Jim's Steaks

8.4
400 South St (at S 4th St), Philadelphia, PA
Sandwich Spot · Center City East · 325 tips and reviews

What's Good HereWhat's Good Here: Come here at breakfast or before 11am to avoid the long lines at this cheesesteak institution! Order the cheesesteak with Whiz and grilled onions - "wiz wit!"

19. Tony Luke's

39 E Oregon Ave (btwn S Front & Swanson St), Philadelphia, PA
Sandwich Spot · Queen Village - Pennsport · 195 tips and reviews

Showtime NetworkShowtime Network: The minute you land in Philly you must head over to Tony Luke’s for the best cheese steak sandwich in the city. - Nikki

20. Pat's King of Steaks

8.2
1237 E Passyunk Ave (at S 9th St), Philadelphia, PA
Sandwich Spot · Bella Vista - Southwark · 381 tips and reviews

visitPAvisitPA: Cheesesteak ordering etiquette: for a steak w/ Cheez Whiz & onions, order “Whiz Wit.” If u prefer provolone & no onions, order “Provolone Witout.” Wanna go to the back of the line? Ask for fontina. Read more.

21. Luke's Lobster

8.8
130 S 17th St (at Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
Seafood Restaurant · Center City West · 65 tips and reviews

Lisa W.Lisa Weir: If you love a chunky lobster roll with large pieces of meat then this is the place for you. You won't get any of that loaded-up-with-mayo, tuna-salad-consistency here--no, sir! A+ Don't miss it.

22. PYT

1050 N Hancock St, Philadelphia, PA
Burger Joint · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 298 tips and reviews

Diva B.Diva Bleu: The Lobster Burger is AMAZING!!! But try any of them, they're all delicious... Also, make sure to try an adult milkshake and some of the fresh onion rings!

Taqueria La Veracruzana is one of Philadelphia.

23. Taqueria La Veracruzana

8.3
908 Washington Ave (btw 9th & 10th), Philadelphia, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Bella Vista - Southwark · 38 tips and reviews
Nan Zhou Hand Drawn Noodle House is one of Philadelphia.

24. Nan Zhou Hand Drawn Noodle House

7.9
1022 Race St (btwn 10th & 11th St), Philadelphia, PA
Noodle Restaurant · Chinatown · 85 tips and reviews
Taco Riendo is one of Philadelphia.

25. Taco Riendo

8.2
1301 N 5th St (at Thompson St.), Philadelphia, PA
Taco Restaurant · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 36 tips and reviews

26. Beiler's Doughnuts

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

JasonJason: So fresh and cheap! Watch em made while you wait. Get the Apple fritter and maple doughnut

27. John's Water Ice

9.0
701 Christian St (at 7th St), Philadelphia, PA
Dessert Shop · Bella Vista - Southwark · 39 tips and reviews

GourmetLiveGourmetLive: Since 1945, John's has been the cornerstone of water ice in South Philadelphia. With just four flavors—Cherry, Lemon, Pineapple, and Chocolate—John's excels with its limited palate.

Federal Donuts is one of Philadelphia.

28. Federal Donuts

1632 Sansom St (btwn S 16th & 17th St), Philadelphia, PA
Donut Shop · Center City West · 167 tips and reviews

34th Street Magazine34th Street Magazine: The "fancy" donuts are inventive, the "hot fresh" are always right out of the fryer, and the chicken is unbelievable. Impossible to leave unhappy. Read more.

29. The Dandelion

9.2
124 S 18th St (at Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
English Restaurant · Center City West · 268 tips and reviews

Brian G.Brian Glazer: Damn good deviled eggs at the bar. Skip the nuts. Servers & rude bartenders need to work on their game and the kitchen should pay attention to food temps. Fish & chips were spot on though.

30. Sang Kee Peking Duck House

8.4
238 N 9th St, Philadelphia, PA
Chinese Restaurant · Chinatown · 100 tips and reviews

Young C.Young Che: Peking duck, all the way, no doubt, the thing to get when you're here.

Taqueria La Veracruzana is one of Philadelphia.

31. Taqueria La Veracruzana

8.3
908 Washington Ave (btw 9th & 10th), Philadelphia, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Bella Vista - Southwark · 38 tips and reviews

34th Street Magazine34th Street Magazine: Don't miss out on the Tacos al Pastor or the Quesadilla de Pollo, and be sure to stop by the corner store next door and buy some tamarind-flavored Jarritos. You'll be glad you did. Read more.

32. Barbuzzo Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar

8.8
110 S 13th St (at Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Center City East · 196 tips and reviews

Lillian T.Lillian T: Try the roasted marrow bone for appetizers and the Dark and Scrumpy summer cocktail to cool you down for the hot evening =)

Sazon Restaurant & Cafe is one of Philadelphia.

33. Sazon Restaurant & Cafe

941 Spring Garden St (10th st.), Philadelphia, PA
South American Restaurant · North Philadelphia · 30 tips and reviews

Ken S.Ken S: The food here is amazing. Be sure to get a patacon and an arepa!! Save room for chocolate.

34. Nom Nom Ramen

8.3
20 S 18th St (at Ludlow St), Philadelphia, PA
Noodle Restaurant · Center City West · 36 tips and reviews

Era S.Era Singh: Love this place! Get the pork buns and karai ramen special

Buena Onda is one of Philadelphia.

35. Buena Onda

8.4
1901 Callowhill St (at 20th St), Philadelphia, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Fairmount - Art Museum · 24 tips and reviews

36. El Vez

8.9
121 S 13th St (at Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Center City East · 300 tips and reviews

Doug S.Doug S: Don't be a fool! Order the sea bass tacos (it tastes like cake) or the crispy mahi mahi tacos!

37. Monk's Cafe

9.2
264 S 16th St (btwn Locust & Spruce St), Philadelphia, PA
Gastropub · Rittenhouse Square · 248 tips and reviews

Nina M.Nina M: Get the mussels and an Antwerp Burger. You will not be disappointed! Beer selection is awesome!

38. Nan Zhou Hand Drawn Noodle House

7.9
1022 Race St (btwn 10th & 11th St), Philadelphia, PA
Noodle Restaurant · Chinatown · 85 tips and reviews

Philadelphia MagazinePhiladelphia Magazine: Get the duck noodle soup ($5.75) or dry noodles with pork and soy sauce ($4.75), it’s all about the noodles. Read more.

Max Brenner is one of Philadelphia.

39. Max Brenner

8.3
1500 Walnut St (at 15th St), Philadelphia, PA
Dessert Shop · Avenue of the Arts South · 137 tips and reviews
Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market is one of Philadelphia.

40. Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market

6700 Essington Ave, Pennsylvania
Structure · Eastwick - Southwest Philadelphia · 1 tip
Ocean Harbor is one of Philadelphia.

41. Ocean Harbor

7.1
1023 Race St (at 11th St), Philadelphia, PA
Chinese Restaurant · Chinatown · 51 tips and reviews
Dim Sum Garden is one of Philadelphia.

42. Dim Sum Garden

8.0
1020 Race St, Philadelphia, PA
Dim Sum Restaurant · Chinatown · 174 tips and reviews
Big Gay Ice Cream is one of Philadelphia.

43. Big Gay Ice Cream

521 S Broad St (at South St), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · Avenue of the Arts South · 17 tips and reviews
Capogiro Gelato Artisans is one of Philadelphia.

44. Capogiro Gelato Artisans

119 S 13th St (at Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · Center City East · 136 tips and reviews
Bassett's Ice Cream is one of Philadelphia.

45. Bassett's Ice Cream

8.5
45 N 12th St (at Reading Terminal Market), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · Chinatown · 66 tips and reviews
The Franklin Fountain is one of Philadelphia.

46. The Franklin Fountain

9.2
116 Market St (at Letitia St), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · Center City East · 260 tips and reviews
Little Baby's Ice Cream Shop is one of Philadelphia.

47. Little Baby's Ice Cream Shop

2311 Frankford Ave (btw York & Dauphin), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · North Philadelphia · 46 tips and reviews
Custard & Cakes Creamery is one of Philadelphia.

48. Custard & Cakes Creamery

9.1
5461 Ridge Ave (at Righter St), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · Manayunk · 24 tips and reviews
Federal Donuts is one of Philadelphia.

49. Federal Donuts

1219 S 2nd St (at Manton St), Philadelphia, PA
Donut Shop · Queen Village - Pennsport · 76 tips and reviews
Capogiro Gelato Artisans is one of Philadelphia.

50. Capogiro Gelato Artisans

117 S 20th St (at Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
Dessert Shop · Center City West · 57 tips and reviews
Insomnia Cookies is one of Philadelphia.

51. Insomnia Cookies

8.5
108 S 16th St (at Sansom St), Philadelphia, PA
Dessert Shop · Center City West · 26 tips and reviews
Green Eggs Café is one of Philadelphia.

52. Green Eggs Café

8.4
212 S 13th St (at Locust St), Philadelphia, PA
Breakfast Spot · Washington Square West · 150 tips and reviews
Federal Donuts is one of Philadelphia.

53. Federal Donuts

8.8
3428 Sansom St (at 34th St), Philadelphia, PA
Donut Shop · University City · 38 tips and reviews
Federal Donuts is one of Philadelphia.

54. Federal Donuts

8.5
701 N 7th St (at Fairmount Ave), Philadelphia, PA
Donut Shop · spring gar · 33 tips and reviews
Vedge is one of Philadelphia.

55. Vedge

9.0
1221 Locust St (btwn 12th St & 13th St), Philadelphia, PA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Washington Square West · 139 tips and reviews
Di Bruno Bros. is one of Philadelphia.

56. Di Bruno Bros.

9.3
1730 Chestnut St (btwn S 17th & 18th St), Philadelphia, PA
Gourmet Store · Center City West · 113 tips and reviews
Green Eggs Cafe is one of Philadelphia.

57. Green Eggs Cafe

8.7
1306 Dickinson St (at S Clarion St), Philadelphia, PA
Café · Bella Vista - Southwark · 52 tips and reviews
Percy Street Barbecue is one of Philadelphia.

58. Percy Street Barbecue

900 South St (btwn 9th St & 10th St), Philadelphia, PA
BBQ Joint · Washington Square West · 95 tips and reviews
Kung Fu Tea is one of Philadelphia.

59. Kung Fu Tea

8.5
1006 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA
Bubble Tea Shop · Chinatown · 16 tips and reviews
Tierra Colombiana is one of Philadelphia.

60. Tierra Colombiana

8.7
4535 N 5th St (at W. Raymond St.), Philadelphia, PA
South American Restaurant · Hunting Park · 58 tips and reviews
Peace Valley Park is one of Philadelphia.

61. Peace Valley Park

9.3
540 Creek Road (New Galena Rd), Doylestown, PA
Park · 16 tips and reviews
Mad Mex is one of Philadelphia.

62. Mad Mex

50 E Wynnewood Rd (at Wynnewood Shopping Center), Wynnewood, PA
Mexican Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews
Café y Chocolate is one of Philadelphia.

63. Café y Chocolate

8.6
1532 Snyder Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Mexican Restaurant · South Philadelphia · 22 tips and reviews
Pho 75 is one of Philadelphia.

64. Pho 75

8.8
1122 Washington Ave (btwn 11th St & 12th St), Philadelphia, PA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Bella Vista - Southwark · 39 tips and reviews
One Shot Cafe is one of Philadelphia.

65. One Shot Cafe

9.1
217 W George St (at American St), Philadelphia, PA
Café · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 90 tips and reviews
Mac Mart is one of Philadelphia.

66. Mac Mart

7.8
104 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA
Mac and Cheese Joint · Center City West · 8 tips and reviews
Zahav is one of Philadelphia.

67. Zahav

9.3
237 Saint James Pl (at Dock St), Philadelphia, PA
Israeli Restaurant · Center City East · 227 tips and reviews