Best Authentic Restaurants in Penn's Landing

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1. The Twisted Tail

4.6

Exceptional(1541)

Price: Moderate

• American • Society Hill

Booked 13 times today

Thank you for choosing The Twisted Tail! High Top tables are only available on the weekends, and are located on the second floor. They are communal style tables, and you will get to enjoy the band after 8:15PM.The Twisted Tail is a bi-level restaurant, bar and live music venue featuring a charcoal-fired grill, a wealth of bourbon selections and the rollicking ambiance of a "juke joint" (or old school Southern music hall). The inventive menu highlights ingredients in their simplest form, flame-broiled over live coals for rich, authentic flavor.Inside a warm, welcoming dining space makes The Twisted Tail South Street’s best place to catch a band - and a bite.

2. Bistro Romano

4.8

Exceptional(4947)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Society Hill

Booked 19 times today

This Historic Landmark in Society Hill, nestled in an 18th century granary, will stimulate your senses with an ambiance of candlelight and casual elegance while creating an unforgettable dining experience. Wine Spectator Award for our wine list! Voted a “Best of Philly” Restaurant, guests enjoy Bistro Romano’s acclaimed Regional Italian Cuisine and rave of the award-winning Caesar Salad and the romantic underground wine cellar for two to four. Wine Cellar reservations book the Wine Cellar Experience on OpenTable. We are now celebrating our 36th year! Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence (Two Glasses). Over 750 wine selections, including 20 by the glass.

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3. Tamalex Bar & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(5)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Society Hill

Tamalex Bar and Grill restaurant in the very heart of historical Philadelphia in Society Hill. Our address is well known to locals as the most home-like and authentic in the city! Please visit our website to make a reservation. We look forward to seeing you!

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4. Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub

4.5

Awesome(20)

Price: Moderate

• American • Society Hill

A friendly and social dining experience with elegant tables and a full bar in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub combines the comforting trends of an American diner with authentic and home cooked Irish fare. Sample menu items include nachos, potato skins, chicken cheesesteak sandwiches, BBQ pork sliders, shepherd�s pie, pizza, burgers and more. Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub offers special events on a weekly basis, allowing customers a chance to indulge in hearty food and drinks while socializing with the community. Enjoy an extensive list of beers and cocktails to be sampled while sharing large appetizers with friends at Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub.

5. Las Bugambilias

4.2

Awesome(111)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Center City

Welcome to Las Bugambilias, a traditional Mexican restaurant located on South Street in Philadelphia. As chef and owner of this center city Philadelphia restaurant, Carlos Molina offers high quality, freshly prepared, Mexican food from three different regions in Mexico. The desserts at Bugambilias' are homemade on the premises, and we offer a full service bar, with an imaginative array of margaritas for your pleasure. When you come inside you will enjoy the warm ambiance found in our traditional decor, and welcoming staff.

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6. Fiorella Philadelphia

4.9

Exceptional(99)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bella Vista

Booked 61 times today

The Fiorella you see today is still the intimate space you know & love! Chef Marc Vetri and his team bring decades of talent & experience to this special space, creating a truly memorable dining experience. Pasta is the main event at Fiorella, with rotating antipasti and desserts rounding out the menu.A la carte seating is available both in our indoor dining room and outdoor patio, year round.Indoor seating is predominantly at our chef's counter, with a few high-top tables outlining the space. Table vs. counter reservations are seated on a first-come, first-served basis.Patio seating is shaded from sun in summer and insulated with heaters in winter. Due to the nature of outdoor reservations, Fiorella may have to cancel outdoor service for severe weather.Looking to dine with a larger group or want to try a different taste of Fiorella? Join us upstairs for our Pasta Club chef's selection!From the whole Fiorella Team, thank you for your continual love and support!

7. Parc

4.8

Exceptional(17324)

Price: Expensive

• French • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 309 times today

Stephen Starr's stylish addition to Rittenhouse Square pays tribute to French cafe culture, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, ideal for a quick bite or a leisurely meal. Parc recalls the chic brasseries of Paris, serving classic French fare in a charming space. Red leather banquettes topped with frosted glass provide a sense of intimacy. Details such as well-worn wooden chairs, vintage framed paintings and photos and antique brass fixtures transport guests across the Atlantic. French doors spill onto a sidewalk terrace covered by a dark red awning perfect for dining "en plein air."

8. Saloon Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(2538)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • South Philly

Booked 49 times today

The Saloon Restaurant, a family-owned establishment since 1967, serves authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, congenial environment. The menu is praised for its high-quality, innovative dishes. Reviewers highlight the 'consistently high quality' food and 'impeccable service', with one even calling it a 'classic Italian restaurant'. The restaurant's ambiance, featuring dark oak paneling and authentic antiques, further enhances the authenticity.

9. The Dandelion

4.8

Exceptional(8082)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Center City

Booked 128 times today

London's culinary revolution comes to Philadelphia with this unique gastro-pub. Cozy rooms and intimate bars create a storied, Old World aura, while updated seasonal takes on British food make up the menu. In keeping with tradition, our casks and tap craft beers are always rotating and classic family-style roasts are served on Sundays.

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10. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2125)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Center City

Booked 48 times today

Gran Caffe L'Aquila is widely appreciated for its authentic Italian cuisine, as per reviews. Customers highlight the restaurant's 'authentic Italian dishes', 'authentic cuisine', and 'authentic Italian trattoria environment'. The weekly specials from different regions of Italy are a hit, paired with region-specific wines. The staff's knowledge and passion for the food and history of the restaurant also add to the authenticity.

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Lowanda
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Went for a birthday celebration and Twisted Tail did not disappoint! Food and drinks were excellent. Service was very attentive. After dinner, the music upstairs was fun! Will be back soon!
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The Twisted TailPrice: Moderate• American• Society Hill
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4.6
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Jessicavip
Philadelphia County •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I haven’t been here in a few years and decided to return as I’ve always loved the ambiance. I remember the food as being good but not excellent. This time it was excellent as was the seevice and everything about our meal. It seems they have really stepped things up a notch since I was last there. I’ll definitely be back again soon!
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Bistro RomanoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Society Hill
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4.8
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Eileenvip
New York City •31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 Nov 2024
We love Tamalex: great atmosphere; terrific bartender; and, of course, stellar guacamole & salsas & tacos. Love the margaritas & Modelo on draft, too—
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Tamalex Bar & GrillPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Society Hill
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4.6
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Brookester
Philadelphia County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Mar 2023
We visited Paddy Whacks on Saint Paddy's day. The places was busy. We were able to find a table for four. The place was packed with people celebrating Saint Paddy's day. The waitress was very attentive with all the commotion going on throughout the place. The food came out in a timely fashion, and it was pretty good for as busy as they were. Would definitely come back.
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Paddy Whacks Irish Sports PubPrice: Moderate• American• Society Hill
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4.5
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pugdoggy5vip
London •31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 Sept 2015
The menu had a lot of interesting and tempting choices. Our selection (lobster enchilada and steak in chile morita). The menu was good value The drinks were nice. The service was friendly. Our table was not ready when we arrived but that was fine as we sat at the bar. We visited on a weeknight and the place was very busy so reservations are a must.
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Las BugambiliasPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Center City
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4.2

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1. The Twisted Tail

2. Bistro Romano

3. Tamalex Bar & Grill

4. Paddy Whacks Irish Sports Pub

5. Las Bugambilias

6. Fiorella Philadelphia

7. Parc

8. Saloon Restaurant

9. The Dandelion

10. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Philadelphia Italian Restaurant

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