Best Casual Restaurants in South Street

208 restaurants available nearby

1. La Sera Italiana

4.8

Exceptional(83)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Center City

Booked 17 times today

BISTRO BYOB"Experience the essence of Italy at our new restaurant. Indulge in authentic pasta dishes crafted with homemade sauces and locally-sourced ingredients. Stay tuned for a delicious journey through Italian cuisine!"

2. SouthGate

4.8

Exceptional(422)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Korean • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 25 times today

Located on the edge of Rittenhouse Square and Graduate Hospital neighborhoods of Philadelphia, SouthGate is a twist on the traditional gastropub. Elevating food and drink in a modern but in an approachable way, the menu and the décor of Southgate are heavily influenced by both our Korean roots as well as modern American culture, preferring to be interesting and friendly rather than trendy.The menu consists of a wide range of options, including several vegetarian meals. Popular dishes include Korean fried chicken, bulgogi burger, dumplings and buns, and assorted banchan. In addition to the delectable cuisine, Southgate offers an extensive drink menu that includes cocktails, wine, spirits and an extensive craft beer list.

3. Bistro La Baia

4.6

Exceptional(634)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Center City

Booked 14 times today

Bistro La Baia, meaning "The Bay" in Italian, is a casual neighborhood restaurant serving delicious homemade traditional and creative Italian/Mediterranean dishes. With a light and inviting ambiance and a wonderful outdoor seating, this BYOB restaurant is great for any occasion. Buon appetito!

4. Rex at the Royal

4.6

Exceptional(306)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • South Street

REX at The Royal provides guests with transformed southern fare, a full bar, daytime cafe and curated bottle-shop housed in the historical Royal Theatre, known as a staple in the rich cultural history of the City of Philadelphia for its role as a hub for Black culture and artistry, including film-making and live music, during the 20th century. REX at The Royal, now operating out of the newly-renovated theatre, maintains key tenets of the historical site including a stage for live music performances, as well as sweeping arches and other details sustained from the original design. REX at The Royal cuisine pays homage to the great early 20th-century African-American chefs who adapted traditional southern fare to Philadelphia’s urban landscape. The concept’s foundation lies in the Lowcountry cuisine of the Southeast Atlantic coast, influenced as it was by the grains and traditions of the African diaspora melded with the local agriculture and fisheries.

5. Tio Flores

4.6

Exceptional(187)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Center City

Booked 1 time today

No fuss. No frills. Mexican. With timber plank flooring, dim lights and funky artwork, the vibe of Tio Flores can be best described as young and fun. This restaurant combines delicious food with a trendy ambience to provide an excellent dining and drinking experience to its guests.Amidst a constantly evolving menu, the offerings at Tio Flores include big-ass burritos, hand-smashed guacamole, killer margaritas, and a thoughtfully curated selection of tequila, mezcal and agave distillates.

6. Jasmine rice

4.5

Awesome(146)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • Center City

Booked 7 times today

Home-style Thai cooking with delicious vegetarian dishes and gluten-free options...

7. Superfolie

5.0

Exceptional(1)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Center City

Husband & wife team Vincent Stipo and Chloé Grigri are the power couple behind the newest Rittenhouse bar à vins, Superfolie. Both have long-standing experience in hospitality, with Grigri owning and operating The Good King Tavern and le Caveau, alongside her father, Bernard Grigri. Stipo moved to Philadelphia in 2012 to open acclaimed restaurant Vernick Food & Drink, and now is a real estate and hospitality consulting in the downtown market. The two have teamed up with TGK chef Michael Valent and wine director Kaitlyn Caruke to share a whimsical escape, one that transports you to Europe's most beloved wine bars, but is here, in the heart of Philadelphia.Located just off Rittenhouse Square, Superfolie features a 75-reference wine list, with a strong French presence, a short, smart list of cocktails and a fun menu of small plates including tartines, vegetables & charcuterie.Walk-ins only. No reservations. No phone. instagram: @superfoliephl

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8. Sansom Kabob House

4.5

Awesome(117)

Price: Moderate

• Afghan • South Philly

Hello, we are Sansom Kabob House. A local Afghan restaurant bringing authentic Afghan cuisine from the core of Afghanistan. We originally opened on October 2nd, 2002. We were on 1526 Sansom St. for 14 years and then moved to 1300 South St. We create gourmet Afghan food that you can find in Afghanistan or here at our Philadelphia location. We have mouthwatering flavors starting from our bread to our kabobs. Our bread's recipe and technique have been passed down from the founder's great-great-grandfather, who owned an array of bakeries and managed many restaurants in Kabul. Passed through generations to our chef, who brought delicious meals to 15th and Sansom of Philadelphia. Then from 15th and Sansom to 1300 South St. We have delectable food that you fall in love with and will bring comfort to you, from our meat lovers to our vegans. We do reservations, groups, take-out, delivery, catering, waiter service, and maintain a great family environment.

9. Jet Wine Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • South Street

Jet Wine Bar is focused on bringing an ever changing wine list of some of the most unique and fun wines from around the world. You can almost guarantee you will find a wine you have never heard of from a place you've never drank wine from before! In addition to an expansive wine list, we also have a full bar setup with cocktails, beer, and core spirits. Our kitchen puts out a mix of snacks, shared appetizers, and larger plates focused on Mediterranean and American cuisines.

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10. Craftsman Row Saloon

4.5

Awesome(1067)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old City

Booked 114 times today

We are famously known to provide holiday pop-ups with all the festivities and delights and are currently showcasing our Holiday Wonderland Pop Up. This holiday season we are even more super-sized and decked out than ever and ready to provide the festivities and delights of the holiday season. The drinks and food items will take you on a full sensory experience of the holiday. Whether inside or out, there is a perfect spot to take your holiday picture so have your camera ready!Our year round Iconic Burgers, Milkshakes and other Sandwiches such as our Doritos Mozzarella Sticks, French Toast Burger and Donut Fried Chicken sandwich are always on the menu as we continuously change it up seasonally. Every moment can be magical time to share experiences with family and friends so check back for our other seasonal pop ups. Proudly featured on The Travel Channel's Food Paradise, Fox29, 6ABC, Opentable’s Holiday lists and more!

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Craig
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I took my girlfriend to dimmer and a show for an early Christmas gift. I was very nervous about picking a place to eat before the show as I am mew to Philly. I did I ever het so lucky. Bistro LA Baia was hands down one of the best experiences we both have had. The food was absolutely amazing. I give it a 5 star all the way around. It is a must place to enjoy a byob. Please give it a try and I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
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Bistro La BaiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Center City
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4.6
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joe
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2024
3rd time here and just amazing on all levels. Highly recommend
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La Sera ItalianaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Center City
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4.8
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Jerryvip
San Francisco Bay Area •89 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 Oct 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our burger and spicy pork tacos. We usually have the fried chicken and/or the ramen, but decided to try something different. We weren’t disappointed.
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SouthGatePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Korean• Rittenhouse Square
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4.8
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Shannon
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 Oct 2024
Had the best experience here! The mezcalita and the pastor ahumado tacos are to die for!! Staff was great, very bright and fun place to be. Will be returning !!!!
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Tio FloresPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Center City
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4.6
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MarvinM
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 Jan 2022
Me, and my wife loved this place. The brunch was delicious and the service was extremely excellent. Highly recommended!
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Rex at the RoyalPrice: Expensive• Southern• South Street
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4.6

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208 restaurants available nearby

1. La Sera Italiana

2. SouthGate

3. Bistro La Baia

4. Rex at the Royal

5. Tio Flores

6. Jasmine rice

7. Superfolie

8. Sansom Kabob House

9. Jet Wine Bar

10. Craftsman Row Saloon

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