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1. The Dandelion
4.7
Exceptional(8515)
$$$$
• Gastro Pub • Center City
Booked 94 times today
London's culinary revolution comes to Philadelphia with this unique gastro-pub. Cozy rooms and intimate bars create a storied, Old World aura, while updated seasonal takes on British food make up the menu. In keeping with tradition, our casks and tap craft beers are always rotating and classic family-style roasts are served on Sundays.
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2. Borromini
4.6
Exceptional(1507)
$$$$
• Italian • Center City
Booked 128 times today
Borromini is an ode to the timeless rituals of Italian life. Housed in a transportive, storied space that feels both grand and familiar, Borromini brings the regional dishes and layered design sensibilities of Italy to Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square. Picture towering 100-layer lasagna, Aperol spritzes on tap, and so much more!
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3. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Authentic Italian
4.8
Exceptional(2779)
$$$$
• Italian • Center City
Booked 31 times today
Gran Caffe L'Aquila is widely appreciated for its authentic Italian cuisine, as per reviews. Customers highlight the restaurant's 'authentic Italian dishes', 'authentic cuisine', and 'authentic Italian trattoria environment'. The weekly specials from different regions of Italy are a hit, paired with region-specific wines. The staff's knowledge and passion for the food and history of the restaurant also add to the authenticity.
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4. Grandma's Philly
4.6
Exceptional(231)
$$$$
• Thai • Center City
Booked 38 times today
Reservations for 1–8 guests can be made online. For parties of 9 or more, please contact info@grandmasphilly.com or call (215) 315-9050About Grandma’s PhillyLocated in Center City Philadelphia, Grandma’s Philly is inspired by Chef Locket’s grandmother’s home cooking and the comforting flavors of her childhood in Thailand. The menu celebrates the bold harmony of Thai cuisine — a balance of spice, sweetness, and brightness — crafted with care and made to share.Cooking from memory and guided by family recipes, Chef Locket transforms tradition into vibrant, family-style plates that invite connection. Proudly recognized as Philly’s Favorites Silver Winner for Thai Food in 2024 and 2025, Grandma’s Philly shares the warmth of Thai hospitality through food — not just a meal, but a story told through flavor.
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5. Mawn
4.9
Exceptional(412)
$$$$
• Cambodian • Bella Vista
Mawn is open 4 days a week and is a 28 seat BYOB in the heart of South Philadelphia's iconic Italian Market. Receiving national recognition, Chef Phila was the recipient of a James Beard Award for Emerging Chef in 2025, one of Food & Wine's Best New Chefs Class of 2025 and named on the 25 Best restaurants in America list for The New York Times. Reservations are released on the 1st of each month at 12PM NOON for the following month.**** Please note they will book VERY FAST and not all trying at the release will be able to get through. This is due to the HIGH demand and VERY limited availability.If there is nothing showing on OpenTable, it does mean all available reservations are gone. USE the NOTIFY option to receive alerts as people cancel. There is no internal Waitlist. ****Mawn offers WALK IN ONLY Lunch Thursday- Saturday 11am-2:30 (2:15 last seating) Dinner Dishes are offered as additions daily. Lunch is a great way to experience Mawn if you cannot get a reservation.
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6. Saloon Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(3050)
$$$$
• Italian • South Philly
Booked 51 times today
The Saloon Restaurant, a family-owned establishment since 1967, serves authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, congenial environment. The menu is praised for its high-quality, innovative dishes. Reviewers highlight the 'consistently high quality' food and 'impeccable service', with one even calling it a 'classic Italian restaurant'. The restaurant's ambiance, featuring dark oak paneling and authentic antiques, further enhances the authenticity.
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7. Umile Trattoria
4.7
Exceptional(266)
$$$$
• Italian • Haddonfield
Booked 4 times today
At Umile Trattoria guests can enjoy a warm, inviting atmosphere while savoring dishes crafted with both passion and care. The menu features a variety of freshly made pastas, vibrant salads, and flavorful artisan pizzas, small plates all inspired by authentic Italian flavors. Each dish is prepared using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients to ensure the freshest tastes in every bite. The restaurant also offers a selection of house-made desserts, perfect for rounding off a memorable meal. Some signature dishes are the Black Truffle Rotolo, Blue Crab Suppli, Humble Chopped Salad, Butternut Squash Bucatini, Beef Short Rib Pizza, Mishima Wagyu Flat Iron Steak, Banana + Nutella Budino.We are a BYOB as Haddonfield is a dry town. There is a retail winery, brewery and distillery in town and we encourage you to bring a bottle with you and let us take care of the rest.
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8. Estia - Philadelphia
4.8
Exceptional(9137)
$$$$
• Greek • Center City
Booked 25 times today
The stunning restaurant, which is first of its kind in Philadelphia, will transport guests to the Greek Islands with an atmosphere reminiscent of an inviting Mediterranean home & a menu of authentic specialties, simply prepared, that represent the best of Greek cuisine. The restaurant specializes in whole grilled fish which are flown in from the Greek Islands, the shores of Morocco, Tunisia, & Portugal. Guests are able to choose from Estia’s expansive display & watch chefs cook their fish to perfection over a charcoal grill in the sparkling open kitchen.
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9. Verona Ristorante
4.8
Exceptional(1916)
$$$$
• Italian • Haddonfield
Booked 30 times today
Verona Ristorante is widely considered authentic due to its use of traditional Southern Italian and Sicilian ingredients and preparation methods. Reviews rave about the authenticity of its food, with one reviewer saying it's 'the most authentic Italian food' they've had since returning from Italy. Another review highlights the 'impeccable' and 'fresh' food, suggesting a genuine Italian culinary experience.
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10. Bastia
4.8
Exceptional(623)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Fishtown
Booked 26 times today
Leisurely cafe by day, Bastia transforms to a Mediterranean restaurant by night and draws culinary inspiration from the sun-drenched islands of Corsica and Sardinia
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