Must See Philadelphia

1. Osteria

8.6
640 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA
Italian Restaurant · North Philadelphia · 79 tips and reviews

Visit PhillyVisit Philly: Marc Vetri's margarita pizza made for a delicious candidate on "The Best Thing I Ever Ate." We concur. P.S. - ask about the Nutella pizza.

2. Vetri Cucina

8.7
1312 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA
Italian Restaurant · Washington Square West · 39 tips and reviews

AdelynAdelyn: All I can say is it lives up to the hype. Great service, unbelievable food and better Italian than Italy. Do the rafting menu! Bierre tasting menu is under-hyped and awesome! Spend the $ and go!

The Franklin Fountain is one of Must See Philadelphia.

3. The Franklin Fountain

8.8
116 Market St (at Letitia St), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · Center City East · 260 tips and reviews
Buddakan is one of Must See Philadelphia.

4. Buddakan

8.9
325 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Asian Restaurant · Center City East · 117 tips and reviews

ConciergeConcierge: In the realm of deserts, nothing comes close to dip sum doughnuts! With 3 different sauces, it's hard to have just one!

City Tavern is one of Must See Philadelphia.

5. City Tavern

138 S 2nd St (at Walnut St), Philadelphia, PA
American Restaurant · Center City East · 105 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Established in 1773, City Tavern once was frequented by George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and other notable figures of the American Revolution era.

6. Memphis Taproom

2331 E Cumberland St (at Memphis St), Philadelphia, PA
Bar · North Philadelphia · 117 tips and reviews

Julie C.Julie Chapman: The Smoked Coconut Club and Fried Pickles are out of this world!! And both are vegetarian!

7. Good Dog Bar & Restaurant

8.7
224 S 15th St (btwn Walnut & Locust Sts), Philadelphia, PA
Bar · Avenue of the Arts South · 169 tips and reviews

The FeastThe Feast: The Good Dog is one of the best places to call home for drinking and eating. Get the cheesesteak empanadas and the Good Dog Burger is one of the city's best. Sweet potato fries rule, too. Read more.

Citizens Bank Park is one of Must See Philadelphia.

8. Citizens Bank Park

9.1
1 Citizens Bank Way (at Pattison St), Philadelphia, PA
Baseball Stadium · 391 tips and reviews

ESPNESPN: Go to the McNally's stand in left field, home of Mike Schmidt’s sandwich namesake: The Schmitter. Sliced steak topped with tomatoes, fried onions, layers of cheese, special sauce, and grilled salami.

Eulogy Belgian Tavern is one of Must See Philadelphia.

9. Eulogy Belgian Tavern

136 Chestnut Street (btw 2nd & Front), Philadelphia, PA
Belgian Restaurant · Center City East · 96 tips and reviews

Lynne C.Lynne C: They have coffins for tables!

10. Grey Lodge Pub

6235 Frankford Ave (btwn Harbison Ave & Robbins St), Philadelphia, PA
Pub · Tacony - Wissinoming · 65 tips and reviews

Men's Health MagMen's Health Mag: This joint specializes in microbrews and whiskey. Sip, sit back, make some buddies over darts, and even learn a few things from the quotes scribbled on the bathroom floor. True whizzdom.

Monk's Cafe is one of Must See Philadelphia.

11. Monk's Cafe

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

Men's Health MagMen's Health Mag: Do yourself a big favor and ask to look at their Beer Bible, which includes divine brews like the Flemish Sour Ale. It just might make you religious.

12. South Philadelphia Tap Room

8.6
1509 Mifflin St (btwn 15th St & 16th St), Philadelphia, PA
Gastropub · Point Breeze · 129 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The best grilled cheese in Philly, and amazing fried chicken. Head here for a great brunch and one of the best taplists in the city, too. [Eater 38 Member]

Art Museum Steps is one of Must See Philadelphia.

13. Art Museum Steps

9.2
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy (at Kelly Dr), Philadelphia, PA
Monument · West Philadelphia · 78 tips and reviews

Rob D.Rob Dyson: Yes you will run up the steps, yes you will raise your arms aloft. No, you will not be alone or feel silly. Sly's sneaker feet smaller than I thought though (UK size 9 / 10?). ;)

Eastern State Penitentiary is one of Must See Philadelphia.

14. Eastern State Penitentiary

9.1
2027 Fairmount Ave (btwn Corinthian Ave & 22nd St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · 179 tips and reviews

Steven M.Steven Miller: Eastern State Penitentiary, a grim, 172-year-old former state prison, was once home to famous inmates Al Capone and Willie Sutton. Pained former prisoners are said to haunt Eastern State’s dark halls

Federal Donuts is one of Must See Philadelphia.

16. Federal Donuts

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

NBC PhiladelphiaNBC Philadelphia: Opened Oct. 17, 2011, ft. gourmet doughnuts, fried chicken, coffee and more. The chicken goes on sale at 11am and quickly sells out. The donuts are typically gone by noon as well. Foodies rejoice.

17. Pizza Brain

8.6
2313 Frankford Ave (btwn York St & Dauphin St), Philadelphia, PA
Pizzeria · North Philadelphia · 74 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Pizza Brain has got a serious amount of national attention, and the pizza quality is no joke, either. A must-visit for everyone. [Eater 38 Member]

Tattooed Mom is one of Must See Philadelphia.

18. Tattooed Mom

8.4
530 South St (btw 5th and 6th), Philadelphia, PA
Bar · Center City East · 113 tips and reviews

19. Tony Luke's

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

Yasmine M.Yasmine Mustafa: The Italian Steak is my favorite thing on the menu - and the sandwich Tony Luke picked to beat Bobby Flay in "Throwdown"

Trader Joe's is one of Must See Philadelphia.

20. Trader Joe's

9.2
1565 Niagara Falls Blvd (in The Boulevard), Buffalo, NY
Grocery Store · 29 tips and reviews
Zahav is one of Must See Philadelphia.

21. Zahav

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

EpicuriousEpicurious: The restaurant's tayim menu allows solo diners (or large parties) to experience tastes from every section of the menu for just $42. Read more.

22. Spread Bagelry

8.1
262 S 20th St (at Manning St), Philadelphia, PA
Bagel Shop · Center City · 55 tips and reviews

Jason R.Jason Rappaport: Best bagels in the city. Get The Standard, or go for my personal favorite: a bagel with cream cheese and bacon.

23. Termini Bros

8.8
1523 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA
Bakery · Bella Vista - Southwark · 25 tips and reviews

Missy N.Missy Narkiewicz: Kinda hard to find but worth the trouble. Best cannolis ever! Everything is tasty and fresh.

24. Beiler's Amish Bakery

8.3
51 N 12th St (at Arch St), Philadelphia, PA
Bakery · Chinatown · 23 tips and reviews

Allison K.Allison Kasic: Can’t go wrong here. I had like 5 things and they were all outstanding.

25. Reading Terminal Market

9.3
51 N 12th St (btwn Arch & Filbert St), Philadelphia, PA
Food Court · Chinatown · 675 tips and reviews

Rob M.Rob McGowan: One of America's oldest public markets, this Philly must-see has it all. Local produce, seafood, baked goods, fresh flowers, kitchenware, AND plenty of places to eat...all under one roof!

26. Dalessandro’s Steaks & Hoagies

9.1
600 Wendover St (at Henry Ave), Philadelphia, PA
Sandwich Spot · Roxborough · 200 tips and reviews

Jill H.Jill Harrington: Best cheesesteak in Philly, and therefore the best cheesesteak period.