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.
The Victor Café is nothing like your usual, run-of-the-mill Italian restaurants - for one, it is over a century old, secondly, it employs waiters with voices of angels! Located on Dickinson Street, this exceedingly popular dining destination has its waiters belting out divine arias, owing to its love for classical music. This may seem a little non-traditional for some, but Victor caters to those who like a little bit of culture in their daily routines. The ambiance is relaxed yet elegant, and authentic Italian offerings such as Linguine & Clams and Veal Saltimbocca are simply delicious, to say the least. The place also boasts of a well-considered wine list that couples brilliantly with the food here. Owned and operated by a family since its establishment, The Victor Café is a treat for all senses!
An intimate Asian fusion restaurant, Sampan specializes in an innovative menu of contemporary Asian delicacies. Edamame dumplings at this Asian tapas eatery are simply divine. Do try its Bulgogi, very succulent and tasty, and so is the Korean BBQ. Popular items at Sampan include Kung Pao Shrimp, Beef Short Rib and Pork Bao Bun.
You'll be enchanted by the twinkling fairy lights and artistically mismatched crockery at this charming little restaurant. Little Nonna's pays homage to Italian roots while rooting itself perfectly in Philadelphia's restaurant scene. They serve a mouth-watering blend of home-style Italian fare like Spaghetti and Meatballs, Eggplant Parmigiana, Steamed Mussels and their house-special, Sunday Gravy. Their delectable desserts are the perfect finish to a wonderful meal, with a delicious choice of favorites like the classic Tiramisu or Hazelnut Cannolis. The wonderful outdoor garden is perfect for an intimate meal with someone special, so get there early as it's first come first serves and is quite popular.
Casually charming The Good King Tavern offers diners a relaxed, lively environment to eat, mingle and generally have a good time. The family run tavern features a French brasserie inspired menu with classic dishes like pan bagnat, socca, steak and eggs, escargot and salad nicoise. With a nice selection of craft beers, house wines and cocktails, there are several options to accompany your meal. Whether you're stopping by for an evening out with friends or a week end brunch with the family, the atmosphere us lively and the ambiance is good for a leisurely, uninterrupted meal over a pichet of wine. For reservations, call the restaurant.