Best Casual Restaurants in Washington Square

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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Burlington CountyCamdenGloucesterPhiladelphiaWestern Suburbs

Areas

ArdmoreBala-CynwydBella VistaBrewerytownBryn MawrCenter City

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

James Beard Award

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

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1. Craftsman Row Saloon

4.4

Awesome(1223)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Old City

Booked 29 times today

We are famously known to provide holiday pop-ups with all the festivities and delights and are currently showcasing our Blooming Garden Pop Up. This season we are even more super-sized and decked out than ever and ready to provide the ultimate flavors and ambiance as the warmer weather is ready to move in. Visit us for a lovely day in our Garden and experience a visual and palate-stimulating sensory experience.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 Good Morning America, The Travel Channel's Food Paradise, Fox29, 6ABC, Opentable’s Holiday lists and more!

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2. High Street Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(123)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 26 times today

Located in the historic Franklin Building, High Street is a modern American eatery and bar that celebrates the essence of local grains. With an on-site bakery at the heart of our culinary creations, we pride ourselves on crafting artisanal breads, pastries, pizzas, and handmade pastas that showcase the best of the region.Under the guidance of Chef Christina McKeough, our seasonal menu highlights the bounty of local producers, offering a fresh take on classic flavors and dishes. Our commitment to supporting American winemakers adds an exciting dimension to your dining experience, with a carefully curated selection of wines to complement your meal.At High Street Restaurant, we invite you to savor the rich tapestry of flavors that define our culinary philosophy, blending tradition, innovation, and a passion for local ingredients.Parties of 7 or more require a credit card on file and are required to participate in our "Leave It To Us" menu.

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3. LaScala's Fire - Philadelphia

4.6

Exceptional(3307)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old City

Booked 8 times today

LaScala’s Fire, located in the heart of Philadelphia, is a fresh and vibrant addition to the Center City community! With a blend of Italian and American dishes, decadent desserts, handcrafted cocktails, 16 craft beers on tap and more, this will surely become your new favorite spot to eat in the city!

4. Red Owl Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(1496)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • Old City

Booked 10 times today

Neighborly meets sophisticated at Red Owl, a modern tavern in the heart of Old City, just across from the Liberty Bell. Among soaring windows and cozy tables, the kitchen serves up smart, stylish takes on American staples (a cheesesteak never tasted as good as ours, made with premium shaved rib-eye). When paired with craft beers and classic cocktails, it’s a clever balance of fancy and familiar, with a dash of Philly flair.We look forward to seeing you soon!

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5. Umami Steak and Sushi Bar

4.7

Exceptional(133)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Old City

Booked 12 times today

At UMAMI STEAK & SUSHI BAR, we spotlight this taste as we combine traditional Japanese techniques with premium fish and steaks to bring you a delicious dining experience.

6. Bleu Sushi

4.7

Exceptional(619)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Center City

Booked 8 times today

Welcome To Bleu Sushi Japanese Restaurant!Bleu Sushi brings the rich culinary arts of Japan right to Center City, Philadelphia. Recognized as being a premier BYOB restaurant with the best sushi in Philly, Bleu Sushi gives a fresh take on Japanese cuisine. No wonder customers everywhere have deemed Bleu Sushi the best sushi in town. Furthermore, we are constantly thinking of new food and ideas at Bleu Sushi, thats where the Bleu Bot comes into play. We want to enhance our customers contact-less pick-up experience during the pandemic while implementing a little humor. With that said, our mechanical robotic arm and our outdoor dining patio are all here, ready to serve our beloved clienteles.

7. Kotosushi

4.6

Exceptional(114)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Washington Square

Booked 1 time today

Koto Sushi is a new Japanese restaurant located blocks from Washington Square, the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, right in the middle of Jeweler's Row. Koto Sushi's menu offers a variety of fresh sushi, sashimi, signature rolls, and Hawaiian-style poke, as well as delicious dishes off the hibachi grill,also we sever sake ,beer ,wine .We look forward to serving you the best sushi in town at Koto Sushi! ALSO WE ADD HIBICHII CATERING BACK YOUR YARD TOO,CALL 2672392250 RESERVEATION ATKOTOSUSHIPA.COM HIBACHI CATERING PAGE !

8. The Dandelion

4.7

Exceptional(8214)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Center City

Booked 130 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.

9. El Vez

4.8

Exceptional(7102)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Mexican / Southwestern • Center City

Booked 105 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.

10. The Love

4.9

Exceptional(7551)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 177 times today

Aimee Olexy and Stephen Starr's The Love is a bi-level sanctuary features 150 seats, split between the main dining room, sidewalk seating, and an upper-level loft. The restaurant is a spirited and carefree neighborhood café celebrating everyday American cuisine. The menu is crafted around what’s truly seasonal and local, while the beverage program reflects the best of the region. This creative energy is matched by a front-of-house service staff passionate about providing homey hospitality morning, noon and night.

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From verified diners like you

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ClaudineR
Philadelphia County •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful opportunity to meet a woman representing her amazing vineyard from Northern California.
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High Street Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Center City
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4.7
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Emily
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
It is really nice here. Elevated Italian food is the style. The drinks and food is good, a little pricey on some of the appetizers, but all together really good. The window booths are also extremely small so that lack of spacing can be a bit uncomfortable. But all together really nice and would definitely come back.
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LaScala's Fire - PhiladelphiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old City
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4.6
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MichaelVIP
Philadelphia County •27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
They claim to have the best sushi in Philadelphia and, based on rather limited experience (perhaps a dozen kid the seeming hundreds), they very well may be right. Not to be missed. V nice service, too.
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Umami Steak and Sushi BarPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Old City
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4.7
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Courtney
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
Such a fun place to go eat and hang out! I will definitely be back.
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Craftsman Row SaloonPrice: Moderate• American• Old City
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4.4
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Felipe
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 Feb 2025
My family and I really enjoyed this place. We seated upstairs (mezzanine) and the table was super comfortable and clean. The menu was nice, and we really liked the Tavern Burger. I truly recommend this place.
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Red Owl TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Old City
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4.6

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