Barbuzzo is a trendy Mediterranean restaurant and bar in Center City. The restaurant has a rustic feel to it with its wood oven pizzas & roasting, counter seating at the marbled bar and kitchen counter which overlooks the open kitchen, outdoor patio and the Mediterranean farm cuisine. The food is beautifully handcrafted such as the uovo pizza with spring onion, guanciale, fava leaves & farm egg, house made Sheeps Milk Ricotta and Burrata From Puglia. Don't forget to try their famous Salted caramel Budino dessert. A great place to enjoy the delightful food whether vegetarian or not, Barbuzzo will definitely grow in you.
Little Fish BYOB is ranked among the top seafood restaurants in Philly, and although you have to venture out to Bella Vista, it is surely worth a visit. The main draw is the food here; and the menus strongly focus on fresh and seasonal seafood locally-sourced from artisan purveyors. The restaurant follows a BYOB policy, so you can pair the dishes with a glass of your preferred wine without bearing the brunt of extra charges. Food is served a la carte style from Monday to Saturday and a separate tasting menu is offered on Sundays. The Kampachi, Striped Bass and King Salmon are must-trys. Reservations are highly recommended.
Established in 1957, Chick's Deli is an iconic stopover who love cheesesteaks. Tucked away in an alleyway, it might be a bit difficult to find but then people from far off have made trips to find this place and relish their acclaimed sandwiches. Easy on the wallet and absolutely delicious, their fillings are generous and packed with flavor. Delighting patrons for decades, this no-frills eatery is a must for their hoagies and cheesesteaks. Don't miss it if in the area or nearby.
The Khyber is one of the oldest bars in Philadelphia. It is the quintessential rock club - all dark and smoky. The chosen bar for old and new rockers alike, most bands go on to hit the jackpot from here (always a good sign). The bar itself, designed with ferocious red eyed gargoyles that have been shipped from London way back in 1876! The club boasts of at least one good live show in a week, and happy hour is between 5p-7p. So stop by to chug some beers from the excellent selection, which has both local and international brews. There's also a good selection of delicious pub-style fare on offer, including many vegetarian and vegan options to choose from.
Nestled in the Rittenhouse Hotel, Lacroix exudes elegance. Voted as the 'Best Restaurant throughout United States' by Esquire Magazine, this restaurant is truly a delight. Select from carefully prepared 4-course menus for lunch and dinner or simply try out the Raw Bar Specialties and Roasted Monkfish Loin from the Sunday brunch menus. Pair these delicacies with special wine offerings. Don't forget to purchase the Lacroix Chocolate, which has been creatively prepared by Chef Fredrick Ortega. Choose between La Serre (private dining room), Lily's Cafe (semi-private) or the Chef's Table, (located in the restaurant's kitchen) for an unforgettable dining experience.
The interiors of Morimoto team the effects of light with glass and cutting-edge furniture to create a truly unique ambiance. Apart from the main dining room, you can choose to sit in the lounge at the mezzanine level, or in the Omakase Room. Try the Chef's Choice Menu (a multi-course tasting menu), or go a la carte with dishes like the Rock Shrimp Tempura, and Morimoto Sashimi. For the more adventurous, visit the Raw Bar or the Sushi Bar - you won't be disappointed. Special drinks like Kyuri Martini and Greenterni (grapefruit vodka and green tea syrup) put the perfect spin on your meal, and a wide range of delicious desserts is also available.