One of the most popular Indian restaurants in the city, Coriander makes a name in the culinary circles due to the importance that it attaches to the authencity of spices and consiments involved in making a recipe. The Indian chef Vipul Bhasin puts together exotic spices to create well known Indian dishes like the Bhuna Murg Masala, Lamb Vindaloo and Lamb Rogan Josh that come straight from India. There are ample choices for vegetarians as well in the traditional Navrattan Korma, Channa Masala and Vegetable Biryani. Relish the meal further with a Papadum Basket.
Opened in 1992, Steak 38 is an ode to the period from 1950 through the 1960s and is a popular spot for their perfectly charred, flavorful steaks. Their table-side dishes are also a hit among patrons. Using only certified Angus beef and the best of seafood, their steaks are grilled on open flame. Dimly lit, this cozy place also stocks top scotch and martinis. Casually elegant in a nostalgic way, you can be sure of a memorable experience at Steak 38.
Adelphia is a restaurant, bar and nightclub all rolled into one. It is a complete package for a fun night with friends. The restaurant offers American cuisine with a dash of Mediterranean influences that adds more variety to the list. It includes dishes like the Chicken Grand Marnier (chicken cooked in an orange sauce) , Veal Zingarella (veal with marinara sauce) and the Seafood Diablo or assorted selections from the sea. The place is visited by the who's who of town, partying throughout the night. Live bands play as also famous DJs. Top 40s and Disco numbers blare through the night. The bar offers happy hours, ladies night and loads of TVs to catch the ongoing game.
A great breakfast and lunch spot, located at the conjunction of 7th and Pemberton Streets, the Fitzwater Cafe boasts of a fabulous kitchen team, headed by Stacey DiPlacido. On offer here is an impressive menu that's dominated by hearty breakfast and brunch preparations. A famously BYOB place, where you can get your own alcohol to add to the 'buzz value' of your gorgeous brunch, Fitzwater Cafe serves truly scrumptious dishes like Crème Brulée French toast, breakfast burrito and tomato and pesto omelet, to name a few, along with fresh squeeze juices. The service is great and the prices are quite fair, the only con here is that they don't accept cards, so better load up on cash before heading here.
Brauhaus Schmitz is the brainchild of Doug and Kelly Hager. The creative German fare whipped by Jeremy Nolen is delicious and delightful. Whet your appetites with Sauerkraut Kroketten, Currywurst and Homemade Sausages. Savor their dishes like Schnitzel Sandwich, Sauerbraten, Paprikash and Potato Pancakes. Their beer hall has 30 tap brews of which 29 are from Germany and 77 bottled ones. If you are craving for authentic German fare and beer, then this is the place to be in.
Raw Sushi & Sake Lounge is a hip and happening restaurant in Philadelphia's Midtown Village. This contemporary restaurant and lounge welcomes you with its Japanese lamps floating down from a bamboo ceiling, giving a warm glow on its suede couches and hardwood floors, shades of red, orange and gold walls give a coziness to the dining rooms, while their glass bar perched atop a green tile wall is a sign of the chic lounge area. Every dish showcases creativity and zest of a classical Japanese dish such as the shrimp tempura with almond topping, salmon teriyaki is accompanied with chicken and beef and the Kobe beef carpaccio is flavored with wasabi dressing and Asian pears. The sushi menu has Raw's own creations as well like the salmon hako, consisting of salmon, eel, avocado and plum sauce in a bamboo frame or the kingdom of eel roll – California roll wrapped in eel and drizzled with eel sauce. Their sake bar has an extensive list of exotic sakes to suit the tastes of first timers to sake connoisseurs.
Miss Rachel's Pantry offers diner's a wonderful atmosphere of warmth, great food and hospitality in this tiny, limited seating community style space. With once a week set-price dinners, you'll have the chance to appreciate a beautifully executed meal in a convivial atmosphere, and have a sociable meal at the communal style table for twelve. Since there is such limited seating at this little establishment, do book ahead. Each meal comprises of four courses and serves up a wonderful variety of creatively hand-crafted vegan fare.
Po Le Cucina was founded by executive chef Po Le who has an experience of over 30 years of creating wonders in the kitchen. The restaurant serves delectable food in a very cozy and friendly ambiance. It is a BYOB place and is known for its Osso Bucco. The gnocchi and ravioli dishes are made in a unique manner, exclusive to this place. Po Le Cucina is a good place to be with a bunch of friends. It is advisable to book your table prior to your visit, owing to the popularity of this place, especially during the weekends.
The Sweet Life Bakeshop is an American bakery that specializes in custom cakes and cupcakes for celebratory events. They are famous for their creamy and delicious puddings that are available in multiple flavors ranging from banana, strawberry banana, peanut butter to salted caramel banana and sundae pudding. The desserts at this bakery are all made from scratch using natural and locally-sourced ingredients that are completely free of preservatives. This Southern-inspired American bakery also features sweet pies, cookies and brownies on its menu. The interiors, although tiny, is quite charming with red walls, ambient lighting and bar style seating for a few patrons. Overall, The Sweet Life Bakeshop is the go to destination for your sweet cravings.
Head to Cafe Nhan for a Vietnamese culinary journey that is sure to satisfy your hunger pangs. Though the menu is limited they serve specialities, a few of them being Shredded BBQ Chicken Hoagie, beef meat ball noodle soup and braised chicken over rice. Visitors praise the restaurant for their excellent service and delicious meals.
Fattoush is located at Lancaster Avenue in Malvern and is a popular restaurant serving Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern Cuisines. The ambiance of the restaurant is welcoming and is well decorated with vibrant and bright colors. Here one can enjoy Mediterranean dishes like Hummus, Falafel, Baba Ganoush, Kibbe, Meat and Chicken dishes. Guests can bring along their own drinks and enjoy their meal in the company of friends and family.