Philadelphia’s 12 most drop-dead gorgeous restaurants

by Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé
Updated 13 May 2024
From views that will leave you shook to interiors that take you far, far away, Philadelphia’s most gorgeous restaurants have surroundings that make incredible first impressions.
Curvy ceilings and cool blue lights fuel an under-the-sea atmosphere at a sleek Japanese spot. In a farmhouse-inspired favorite, vine-covered trellises are a great match for the sensational seasonal food. A former factory is now the site of a beloved craft distillery, complete with soaring ceilings and gleaming copper stills.
An extra-special meal calls for a magical setting. Read on for a guide to the 12 most beautiful restaurants in Philadelphia.
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University City
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