Plus appréciés Restaurants et cafés à Philadelphie

This is one of the finest steakhouses around Philadelphia. Barclay Prime's decor is more on the side of an uptown eatery with marble tables, comfortable plush sofas and walls lined with walnut bookcases. Order from the special menu, which consists of Kobe Sliders, Tuna and beef Tartar and the famous Philly Cheese steak. From the a la carte menu, take your pick from the Oysters Rockefeller, 12-ounce filet Porterhouses and the dangerously delicious sounding butter poached-lobster.

Continental Mid-town is a chic restaurant with two story seating and lounge space. The restaurant hosts private events and with its spacious rooftop deck it's the perfect venue for special occasions. Continental Mid-town serves international cuisine with an Asian touch. Several dishes are creative take an classic meals, in the past dishes have included Thai curry lobster, Korean pork taco and cheesesteak eggroll.

Who makes the best cheesesteak? Pat's Steaks is a perennial heavyweight in the battle for the ultimate title among Philly cheesesteak makers. The thin steak strips, Italian rolls, hot peppers, onions and Cheeze Whiz (playfully called "whiz" or "cheddar" when ordering) are very popular anytime of the day or night. It's all outside seating, which can be a bit chilly in January. Most people order and then drive to a warm building to eat.

Located on Rittenhouse Square, the outdoor seating at Rouge offers a fresh environment to dine on French fare and sip a glass of fine wine. Wines of exquisite vintage enhance the delicate entrees of traditional and contemporary French seafood, poultry and beef dishes. Prices tend to be on the high side but are not exorbitant for a restaurant in the Rittenhouse area. Popular day and night, the casual yet elegant Rouge appeals to sophisticates and culture-seekers of all ages for lunch, dinner or drinks. Restaurateur Neil Stein has given locals a hip spot to enjoy the park's greenery.

Johnny Brenda's very ambiance would elicit a rapt smile from you as soon as you enter this resto-bar; it's that cheerful! While the decor is zippy, you will be glad to find a balcony extending from the room, where the bands perform. Good music and superb beers accompany fresh and tasty food, especially Mediterranean. While there is a good collection of wines and liquors here, Johnny totally dotes on its cask-conditioned brews. Come here to hang out with some friends in the cool atmosphere. The crowd are in their late 20s and 30s, with possibly some 40-somethings in the midst. The drinks are not watered down or expensive. Enjoy this place knowing well that they will most likely have your drink of choice. The food is delectable, and the shows can be awesome if you know which band to catch.

Stratus Rooftop Lounge is situated on the 11th story of the luxury Hotel Monaco Philadelphia. Fashionable patrons lounge on its soft brown and black sofas, watching the luminescent skyline and the star-lit sky of Philadelphia during the night, and enjoying a panoramic vista during the day. Maple trees, potted plants, fireplaces and VIP pavilions create a deluxe ambience. Its menu features seasonal American classics, complemented by innovative cocktails, warm tequilas, single malt scotches and chilled vodkas. Start your meal with appetizers such as Twice Cooked Fingerling Potatoes and Caviar. For the entrées, guests can savor Jamón Ibérico or River and Glen Smoked Salmon. Do not miss the Banana Bites with Pop Rocks for dessert. On certain nights, famous DJs play soothing or lively melodies, depending upon the mood.