Best Fun Restaurants in Bella Vista

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1. Fiorella Philadelphia

4.9

Exceptional(137)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bella Vista

Booked 59 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!

2. Saloon Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(2584)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • South Philly

Booked 91 times today

Entering the Saloon, a family owned restaurant since it opened in 1967 is a bit like stepping into Philadelphia's past. Dark oak paneling, shiny brass and authentic local antiques create a warm congenial and casual atmosphere. The choice of two comfortable dining rooms each with its own vintage bars make dining and conversation a relaxed and enjoyable experience. Both bars feature a delicious and moderately priced food menu. The menu is Italian with seafood specials such as grilled octopus and dover sole. Saloon steaks and veal chops are legendary. Many prefer a plate of fried long hot peppers to compliment the steaks. All desserts and gelatos are made on the premises daily. The Saloon is a Philadelphia neighborhood bar and restaurant with a national reputation. And the parking is FREE!

3. Tabachoy

4.8

Exceptional(37)

Price: Expensive

• Filipino • South Philly

Booked 23 times today

Tabachoy is a Tagalog nickname given to a friend or family member; it means chubby or fatty. We know it sounds mean, but Filipinos give each other inappropriately appropriate nicknames all the time. Your baby brother’s got some neck rolls? Tabachoy. Auntie’s six months pregnant? Tabachoy. Or your dad’s got a six pack, but just finished his third piece of bibingka? Tabachoy!We cook the food that got us made fun of in elementary school, when we opened our country crock “Tupperware” - the food that reminds us of home. We don't strive to make a better adobo than your mothers, but we do want to share ours with you.

4. Adoro

4.9

Exceptional(105)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Queen Village

Booked 27 times today

Adoro Restaurant is a cozy BYOB Italian eatery in the heart of Philadelphia, offering authentic, handcrafted dishes at reasonable prices. Enjoy a warm, inviting atmosphere where fresh ingredients and traditional recipes come together for a memorable dining experience. Perfect for a romantic dinner, family meal, or casual night out. Walk-ins welcome!

5. Hawthornes

4.7

Exceptional(704)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bella Vista

GREAT FOOD…GREAT DRINKS…GREAT PEOPLE!Our focus is simply that. We are a full service restaurant with a full bar, and amazing everyday brunch, lunch and dinner. Located right in the Italian Market area of South Philadelphia gives us access to a variety of different ingredients allowing us to make anything our hearts desire. We make everything here from our chips to our oven roasted meats and do not limit ourselves to one cuisine. A true scratch kitchen!What do we keep in mind when creating our dishes? YOU, OUR AMAZING GUESTS!Come in. Eat. Drink. And join us for a fireside chat! Salute!

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6. Craftsman Row Saloon

4.4

Awesome(1203)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old City

Booked 24 times today

Craftsman Row Saloon is a blast! It's known for its festive atmosphere and seasonal decor. Reviews rave about the 'fun cocktails' and 'creative presentations'. Their menu, featuring iconic burgers and unique sandwiches like the Doritos Mozzarella Sticks and French Toast Burger, is always a crowd pleaser. Plus, it's a great spot for family and friends to share experiences.

7. Parc

4.8

Exceptional(17508)

Price: Expensive

• French • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 300 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. Butcher & Singer

4.9

Exceptional(8853)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Center City

Booked 89 times today

Butcher & Singer is a blast for everyone. It's a sophisticated dining experience in a relaxed clubhouse setting. Reviews rave about the 'old world charm and sophistication in the drinks, food, and ambience', and 'amazing food, beautiful and elegant interior'. The 'great ambiance' and 'wonderful service' also add to the fun. It's perfect for a special occasion or a vibrant night out.

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9. Buddakan - Philadelphia

4.7

Exceptional(11370)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Old City

Booked 123 times today

Stephen Starr’s Buddakan is a spectacular restaurant featuring exotic flavors of modern Asian cuisine with creativity and drama. Bon Appetit notes, "The mostly white space is striking, with a lit-from-within communal table in the middle of the room, a waterfall & a ten-foot, candle-bedecked Buddha. The religious icon watches over hip customers indulging in pan-Asian cuisine that far surpasses the fare usually found at hot spots like this." Newsweek reports, "Design also serves as a signifier for cuisine. You walk into Buddakan, one of the hottest new restaurants in Philadelphia, past a shimmering waterfall & Japanese river stones & you say to yourself, 'ginger-miso everything' even before you see the magnificent 10-foot Buddha dominating the dining room." Named one of “America's Top 50 Restaurants" by Travel & Leisure and 'Top Restaurant for Fun' by Gourmet, Buddakan has become one of the country's most talked about restaurants.

10. El Vez

4.8

Exceptional(7054)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican / Southwestern • Center City

Booked 96 times today

A contemporary Mexican restaurant, El Vez offers many unique items such as mahi mahi tacos, ahi tuna tostadas, carne asada and pasilla braised pork pozole. Enjoy their made-to-order guacamole & margaritas with fresh-squeezed juices. Top off your meal with "The El Vez," a flourless chocolate cake, peanut butter mousse and carmelized bananas.

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Bruce
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was a great dinner a great experience. It was a first date with the beautiful young lady and she had an amazing time. It made it so much easier to connect being in such a great restaurant with such good food and service.
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Saloon RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• South Philly
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4.9
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Victoria
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I've never once come here and have been anything but impressed. 10/10 no notes ever.
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Fiorella PhiladelphiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bella Vista
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4.9
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Madison
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My second time in, and certainly not my last. I had the delicious creamy vegetable soup of the day with my yummy polpo appetizer, the melt in your mouth Parmesan cream sauce gnocchi (absolutely THE BEST version I’ve had, and I’ve had a lot😉), to top it off I had a shot of espresso to pair with my pistachio cake. I plan on eating my way through this menu, and the best part is their continuously changing specials. I cannot recommend enough, you can taste the passion from the chef owner🤌🏼
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AdoroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Queen Village
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4.9
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Taylor
Philadelphia County •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Amazing staff. Tasting menu was great to try. The food didn't blow me away (besides the dessert which was insanely good), but it was all good food with perfect portion sizes.
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TabachoyPrice: Expensive• Filipino• South Philly
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4.8
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Kyle
Philadelphia County •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Jan 2025
My husband and I have come here for so long, and wanted to have one last brunch here before they shut their doors. We have to say the staff, between front and back, are just rockstars at what they do and provide. The food is always top notch, the cocktails perfect, and the service warm and welcoming. Truly a delight any time we can spend some time with our 2 dachshunds and enjoy the outside space here. We hope you and team have much successes going forward and we hope for the next iteration will be here soon. Happy New Year Hawthorne's!
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HawthornesPrice: Moderate• American• Bella Vista
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4.7

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1. Fiorella Philadelphia

2. Saloon Restaurant

3. Tabachoy

4. Adoro

5. Hawthornes

6. Craftsman Row Saloon

7. Parc

8. Butcher & Singer

9. Buddakan - Philadelphia

10. El Vez

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