Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Philadelphia

Highly acclaimed brewers Mark Edelson and Kevin Finn started this brewery in CE 1994, only to merge as one of the best breweries in town. Not only the house beers but the food is delicious. It has many awards for its children's menu, proving that it knows how to keep kids happy. The Kid's Menu comprises of an assortment of healthy food like fish, fresh sandwiches and the popular Mint, Oreo Cookie. There are gluten-free meals too. Try the egg rolls which are quick to sell. The house beers include the mild Iron Hill Light Lager, Raspberry Wheat with a burst of raspberry and a medium Ironbound Ale.

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.

Bibou is a small, intimate, friendly and charming BYOB, serving rustic French cuisine. The menu is small with five appetizers, five entrees and daily specials. But its worth it. You can feel the love and labor gone into their making such as the 'Pieds de Porc' (pigs feet), escargots, game birds, roasted long marrow bones with chanterelles stuffing, Scottish partridge in Madeira sauce. and other traditional dishes. For those who are unadventurous there is hanger steak, trout and crab salad. The limelight is their Sunday ever changing seven course prix fixe menu which is for USD70. You will find a lot of regulars who savor the food and the personal touch given by the owner/chef and his wife. The restaurant is cash only.

Relish finest grilled preparations at the Capital Grille inside Cherry Hill mall, known for its splendid taste. The restaurant is an elegant place to relax and feast on some soft and tender meat. The Lobster and Crab Cakes, old Shellfish Platter and Porcini Rubbed Delmonico with balsamic are special favorites. Do not miss out on the daily seafood special that is created by the chef. The elegant venue has soft lights and a quiet ambience that soothes and comfort. Great for an intimate meal alone or with loved ones, Capital Grille is worth a visit.

A luxurious venue that offers a perfect setting for dining with family, Maggiano's Little Italy is a gem. It offers a pre-set menu of two courses with choice of dishes for the entire family. The entrees are excellent and feature the likes of Spinach and Artichoke Al Forno, Rustic Chicken & Shrimp pasta, Gnocchi & Italian Sausage and the very popular Rigatoni D pasta.If hard-pressed for time, one can avail the take out or delivery options and relish the food at leisure. The bar also offers a good selection of beverages and lots of attractive promotions.

Italian Affair takes one back to the streets of Italy with its exquisite menu and casual yet elegant ambience. The diners can be seen lingering over a glass of wine from their award-winning wine-list or enjoying delicious pastas and entrees. The outdoor patio has a waterfall and a pond with fish that adds a romantic appeal to the venue- great for an intimate dinner. There are two bars in the premises which offer brilliant cocktails and wines. Try the light snacks available in the bar menu or settle for a French Cut Pork Chop if you are famished. The Tilapia Italian Affair and the Alfredo Pasta are other delightful dishes to savor.