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1. Village Whiskey
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 665-1088
Categories:
American (New),
Burgers
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
Whether you will love or hate your experience at VW will depend on how well you plan for the kind of experience that will make YOU happy. Do you like to be in an "it" place? Are you OK with crowds and long waits? If so, then you'll have a good…More »
2. Tinto
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 665-9150
Categories:
Tapas Bars,
Lounges
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
I accidentally ended up at Tinto during Restaurant Week, so I thought I'd update my review to tell you about what the place is like during this most wonderful time of the year. In a nutshell, just as good as it is the rest of the year, and if y'all…More »
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1/17/2011
As much as I love all of Garces' restaurants, Tinto has a special place in my heart. And in my… Read more »
3. Audrey Claire
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 731-1222
Categories:
Mediterranean,
American (New),
Seafood
Neighbourhood: Rittenhouse Square
I was leaning towards five stars, until a minor snafu at the end of our meal with the bill that I'm still not quite sure I understand. But more on that later.
Audrey Claire is a cute, TINY little restaurant. I went at 8:00 on a Sunday night and the…More »
4. Vernick Food & Drink
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 639-6644
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
Hey, Vernick, welcome to the neighborhood! They opened very quietly this evening, but given the number of passers-by who were drawn in by the beautiful large open windows and balcony, they're about to become very popular. The food and drink live up…More »
5. 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 »
6. Rouge
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 732-6622
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
Burgers,
Lounges
Neighbourhood: Rittenhouse Square
Rouge was nothing like what I was expecting. Based on the price of the menu and its location, I expected something a bit like Parc - a bit fancy-schmancy, hoity-toity, overpriced and formal. Rouge was not that. It was more like what would happen if…More »
7. 500 Degrees
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 568-5000
Category:
Burgers
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
I'm a big fan of Rouge (especially for brunch), so it was only a matter of time before I made it to 500 Degrees for a burger. While I prefer the ambiance and service at Rouge, 500 Degrees is cheaper, faster, and definitely a solid option for a quick…More »
8. Oyster House
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 567-7683
Category:
Seafood
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
Sometimes in life, you are seized by a very specific craving. Sometimes this craving is easily satisfied, like when you are on your couch and suddenly crave Thin Mints and walk to the freezer and eat them. Voila, problem solved. Other times, cravings…More »
9. Saxbys Coffee Rittenhouse
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 965-1580
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Internet Cafes
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
I seriously considered not writing a review of this place in the hopes that nobody would notice it exists and thus it would never become crowded and I'd never have trouble finding a table. But then I realized that too few patrons would lead to a risk…More »
10. Max Brenner
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 344-8150
Categories:
American (New),
Desserts,
Chocolatiers and Shops
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
I cannot believe I've lived within blocks of this place for nearly 4 years without a visit. Walking in was like achieving Nirvana. It's a bar, it's a restaurant, it's a chocolate store! They have booze, they serve brunch, they have chocolate fondue!…More »
11. A.kitchen
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 825-7030
Categories:
American (New),
Modern European
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
For a restaurant that just opened this week, a.kitchen is doing very well - I was pleasantly surprised! You can tell that there are some areas in which they are still getting their feet under them, but overall I had a great experience.
The physical…More »
12. 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 »
13. Marathon
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 569-3278
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
Sometimes I am an adventurous eater. I want something innovative, something different, somewhere trendy. But most of the time, I just want to choose food that tastes good from a menu with reasonable variety and prices. Marathon is my go-to spot for…More »
14. Famous Daves - CLOSED
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-7601
I wanted to love this place, because I love barbecue and it would be super-convenient and is very reasonably priced. But no matter how much slack I give this place, the food doesn't rise above acceptable. Which is OK. It's nice to have an acceptable…More »
15. 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 »
16. Rotisseur
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 496-9494
Categories:
Southern,
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
Remember in middle school social studies how they taught you that specialization of labor was one of the things that started to emerge when people got civilized? They should probably just start taking the kids to Rotisseur for a demonstration. They…More »
17. 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 »
18. 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 »
19. Crisp
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 324-3936
Categories:
Middle Eastern,
Mediterranean,
Caterers
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
Crisp is a nice addition to the Rittenhouse area lunch scene! I particularly like that their offerings are both healthy and satisfying. I tried the "Crisp Casablanca" sandwich - falafel with babaganoush, carrot salad, and delicious crispy bits of…More »
20. Underdogs
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 665-8080
Category:
Hot Dogs
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
I boycotted hotdogs from age 8 through 16 for a reason that probably seemed totally legitimate in third grade but that I have since forgotten. I have nothing against the food now, but rarely think to eat it - it's just not on my radar. Apparently my…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. |
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. |
Bring It (4)Why bother getting dressed when so many wonderful spots in Philadelphia will deliver to your door? |
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