Owner and Executive Chef Marc Vetri is a well-known culinary artist who gives traditional Italian cuisine a contemporary twist at Vetri Cucina. Located in the heart of the city, the restaurant offers an intimate space for dining. Set within a three-story building, the restaurant provides space for cooking classes and events, along with a private dining unit. Patrons are welcomed to rustic Italian interiors featuring elegant handblown Murano glass chandeliers and impressive glassware. Here, the menu is known to offer some of the best flavors in its prix fixe course. Don't forget to take notice of the terrific pasta, for it is the focus of the menu.
The baby of Lou Carangi, this bakery attracts a lot of people to it. The Carangi Baking Company located in South Philadelphia has been in operation since a long time now serving some amazing baked bread. The goodies in the menu also include muffins, hamburger rolls, stromboli, granita besides the usual baked treats. For those with a sweet tooth, the 'Apple Cinammon' and 'ChocolateChip' muffins are a must-try. Combine any of these with a cappuccino and you're good to go. The best part about this place is the homely ambiance and yummy food at very reasonable prices.
The Couch Tomato Cafe opened its doors in 2003 and ever since, it has been the neighborhood's to-go place for gourmet salads and pizzas. Its delectable, thin-crust, NY pizza is mighty popular. The Couch Tomato Cafe focusses on purchasing locally produced, gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian items. Do not miss its Shrimp and Avocado salad. Philly Mag awarded this eatery with "Best Pizza" while City Paper bestowed it with "Best Soups" award.
Talula's Garden is a cozy, modern American restaurant in Washington Square West. With its lively outdoor planter boxes and patio, fancy pink granite cheese bar, the restaurant has a touch of romance and gives out a positive vibe, immediately putting you at ease. From the most wonderfully curated cheese plates to the rustic deliciousness of their food, everything is fresh and local. Their full service bar serves varied cocktails, beer and wine.
Located on the Locust Street in Washington Square, Vedge has a lot to offer for vegetarians and vegans in the city. The kitchen, headed by Chef Katie Jacoby uses the freshest ingredients natural available; making everything on the menu free of any kind of animal products and is gloriously tasty. Apart from delicious dishes like the sweet potato pate and brussels sprouts, they also offer a range of all vegan desserts like cheesecakes which are just about awesome. You can complement your gorgeous healthy meal with one of they stellar curated cocktails like Jolly Ginger Jammer.
If you are looking for a quick and delicious meal on a busy day, Cucina Zapata is a must try place. This food truck is known to serve delicious Mexican and Asian fusion cuisine menu. You will be surprised to see the quality and quantity of food offered at such affordable prices. Though they do not serve alcoholic beverages, they have a variety of refreshing bubble teas and soft beverages on their menu. Its friendly staff and efficient service makes this place ideal for quick bite.