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1. Butcher and Singer
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 732-4444
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Steakhouses
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
In a city saturated with swanky steak joints, Butcher and Singer manages to stand out. I stopped in for a Restaurant Week lunch and I'll absolutely be back. If you've got someone to impress - a date, a business partner, perhaps your soon-to-be…More »
2. Alma de Cuba
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 988-1799
Categories:
Latin American,
Caribbean
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
I've been to Alma de Cuba three times, and each time I visit I find myself liking it more than the last. My first encounter was during Restaurant Week, and I left underwhelmed - while the ambiance and service were stellar, I didn't think the food…More »
3. The Dandelion Pub
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 558-2500
Categories:
Gastropubs,
British
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
Thumbs up, Starr. I've always thought you were a bit pretentious and overrated, but your recent enterprises are getting me to rethink my opinion.
The physical space here would be worth coming for alone. It seems to have taken over two adjoining…More »
4. Pod
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 387-1803
Category:
Asian Fusion
Neighbourhood: University City
I was pleasantly surprised by my dinner experience at Pod. I hadn't been for over 4 years and remembered it as overpriced and pretentious, and the food didn't make an impression. My return visit was anything but. Pod, I was wrong - I apologize! And I…More »
5. Talula's Garden
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 592-7787
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Washington Square West, Market East
I was very excited to be able to try Talula's Garden the first weekend they were open. After some conflicting reports as to their opening day on the website and the phone, I was excited to see the restaurant show up on OpenTable. I was surprised that…More »
6. El Rey
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-3330
Dear El Rey,
I want to love you, I really do. You are so close and convenient. And so unpretentious! When you first took over the location of the old Midtown Diner, I barely even noticed you - then when I noticed your signage, I thought you were some…More »
7. Yelp Elite Event at Jones
Is there a more perfect combination than comfort food and booze? The answer is no. Thumbs up to Jones for getting me drunk on wickedly delicious cocktails, then wooing me with sliders and miniature meatballs. I would like every guy who has ever taken…More »
8. Il Pittore
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 391-4900
Category:
Italian
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
Pay attention, hipsters, 'cause I'm about to blow your mind: just because something is popular doesn't mean it sucks. In fact, the reason lots of people sometimes like the same thing is that IT'S AWESOME. Just wanted to throw that possibility out…More »
Recently updated lists from Laura S.
Philadelphia Bucket List (9)With just a few weeks left in Philadelphia, I set out to return to some old favorites - and try some great new spots! |
Back of the Bus (8)Remember in elementary school when all the cool kids hung out in the back of the bus? That's what Yelp Elite events are like. But with booze. |
Ritten-hungry (20)Places to eat within walking distance of the city's backyard. |
I Would Walk 500 Miles (4)It takes a lot to get me out of Center City. These places have what it takes. |
It's a Beautiful Day in the Gayborhood (4)Out in the land of rainbow-flagged street signs. |
ROTD (4)My 15 minutes of fame on the internet, accrued 24 hours at a time. |
Nobody Likes You (24)You have no friends, you have no date, you're all alone. The bright side is, you can still eat well! Here is a list of places I have had good solo dining experiences. |
Campus Eats (7)Penn grad student? Undergrad? Resident? Visitor? Sometimes you don't have time to leave campus for food ... |
Pleased to Meat You (7)If life were a game of rock, paper, scissors, BBQ would beat EVERYTHING. |
Dine and Drink En Masse (9)Where to head with a half-dozen (or more) of your closest friends and a half-dozen (or more) bottles of wine, for hours of boozy enjoyment. |
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Philadelphia, PA
Yelping SinceNovember 2010
Things I LoveRabbit, Diet Coke, Goldfish, Tequila, Pork Belly, Creme Brulee, Corn Chowder, Lamb, Reckless Abandon
Find Me InPhiladelphia, PA
My HometownI'm a local born-and-raised.
When I'm Not Yelping...I sell my soul to academia.
Why You Should Read My ReviewsFood & books are the only things I spend my money on.
The Last Great Book I ReadTwilight. But I read it ironically so it was OK.
My First ConcertGrateful Dead (Age 3) "Mommy what's a contact high?"
My Favourite MovieI hate James Cameron but I LOVE Titanic. I'll never let go, Jack.
My Last Meal On EarthSopa de Castano, rabbit, and a hot fudge brownie sundae.
Most Recent DiscoveryTurkey pastrami, swiss cheese, potato salad and Russian dressing on rye.
Current CrushMichelle C.