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1. Pepperoncini Restaurant & Bar, Havertown
4.7
Exceptional(511)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Havertown
Booked 11 times today
Approachable, family owned from scratch Italian restaurant in Havertown, PAOwner and executive Chef Tommy DeFruscio’s vision for elevated Italian in a casual atmosphere comes to life at Pepperoncini Havertown. Our first floor wine bar is laidback and fun while our upstairs dining room is classy, not stuffy. The food is the true star of the show as Chef Tommy selects only the freshest ingredients each week to create memorable dining experiences. Visit our website for our weekly specials menu, follow us on Instagram @pepperoncinihavertown for photos of our specials.
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2. The Love
4.8
Exceptional(7479)
Price: Expensive
• American • Rittenhouse Square
Booked 136 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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3. The Dandelion
4.7
Exceptional(8184)
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.
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4. Rosalie
4.6
Exceptional(2282)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Wayne
Booked 56 times today
Italian Soul FoodLocated in the Wayne Hotel, Rosalie features local regional Italian cuisine prepared by Chef Merick Devine, complemented by an extensive Italian wine list and craft cocktails.
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5. Marathon - 16th & Sansom
4.4
Awesome(924)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rittenhouse Square
Booked 19 times today
Marathon has served the neighborhoods of Philadelphia for over 25 years as a family-run restaurant group. We serve well-made American classics, and strive to source the freshest food locally available to us, including from our own Marathon Farm in Brewerytown, Philadelphia. Our favorite farm to table items include our grass-fed Cheesesteak, free-range Turkey Plate, and fluffy Omelets made with cage-free eggs.
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6. Not Your Average Joe's Ardmore
4.5
Awesome(2125)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Ardmore
Booked 26 times today
Not Your Average Joe's Ardmore offers a menu filled with comfort food favorites like fresh oysters, gourmet pizzas, rice bowls, and a variety of burgers. The reviews praise it for its 'fun, casual dinner' atmosphere, 'good service', and 'delicious food'. Customers also appreciate the 'great variety of dishes' and the 'gluten free options'. Whether you're looking for a place to grab a quick bite or enjoy a leisurely dinner, this restaurant is definitely a crowd-pleaser.
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7. Osteria Ama Philly
4.5
Awesome(334)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Center City
Booked 25 times today
Osteria Ama is your premier BYOB Italian restaurant with locations in Chadds Ford, West Chester and now in Philadelphia. We specialize in Italian cuisine. We use traditional ways to make our homemade bread, pizza crust, pastas and use imported, authentic Italian products for our dishes. At Osteria Ama, we strive to put together delicious dishes that can be shared with our friends, family, and community.
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8. Burrata - Havertown
4.9
Exceptional(1264)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Havertown
Booked 9 times today
The 2nd location from the original smashing success of Burrata Philly BYOB comes Burrata Havertown BYOB. Featuring the same home-made fresh daily dishes and nightly specials of the original with our own twist. Opening October 8, 2019. Make a reservation today!
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9. Village Whiskey PHL
4.3
Awesome(617)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rittenhouse Square
Booked 26 times today
Featuring a comprehensive selection of more than 200 whiskeys alongside what has been called the country’s best burger, Village Whiskey is an instant classic. Envisioned by Chef Garces as a spot where he and his team could enjoy a drink and a snack after a long night in the kitchen, the restaurant’s focal point is the central bar that is home to their near-encyclopedic catalogue of Chef Garces’ favorite spirit, whiskey. Our able bartenders shake and stir classic and contemporary cocktails in a space evocative of a Prohibition-era speakeasy. Our Whiskey Menu can be enjoyed with our Award-Winning Village Burger or Tasting Menus offered in our more intimate Dining & Tasting Room
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10. Fraschetta
4.5
Awesome(1232)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Bryn Mawr
Booked 5 times today
Fraschetta is located in the heart of Bryn Mawr. It is recognized as a 3 bell restaurant by the Philadelphia Inquirer. Roman born Chef Gianluca Demontis creates traditional and contemporary Roman dishes. He has the ability to transform simple dishes into something tasteful and elevated. We use only fresh, seasonal ingredients, and the menu offers a variety of seafood, meats, housemade pastas as well as vegetarian and gluten-free dishes.
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  • Zane
    Philadelphia County •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    People are sleeping on the French toast burger foreal. Sure you can’t finish it in one sitting but then you have the other half for the best breakfast ever.
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    Craftsman Row SaloonPrice: Moderate• American• Old City
    •
    4.4
  • Jack
    Philadelphia County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great atmosphere, great food. Great service Nancy is the best
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    Pepperoncini Restaurant & Bar, HavertownPrice: Moderate• Italian• Havertown
    •
    4.7
  • Adam
    Philadelphia County •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    It is my first time at the restaurant. My wife had been there before and loved it. The atmosphere and ambience was fantastic, especially for Valentine’s Day.
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    Founding Farmers PA: King of PrussiaPrice: Moderate• American• King of Prussia
    •
    4.4
  • Amy
    Philadelphia County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Abby, (Management) and Jasmine (my fabulous, friendly Waitress with) et al..I can't say enough about their courtesy, constant attentiveness the ambiance, the gastronomical pleasure, the fact that me, myself and I were overwhelmed with the feeling of plenty of self-love. It did not matter that my date could not make it on this particular socially interpreted holiday. It was a night that melted my heart in so many wonderful ways. I am sharing this experience with everyone I know and whomever I meet. A perfect place to enjoy for all of your plans. I am looking forward to the "CHEERS" feeling again and again. This was no coincidence. Enjoy!
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    The LovePrice: Expensive• American• Rittenhouse Square
    •
    4.8
  • ManishVIP
    Philadelphia County •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 1 Feb 2025
    I had a fantastic brunch at SET NO LIB. The food was delicious, and the mimosa was outstanding. Carly, our server, was attentive and sweet, making the experience even better. Highly recommend this spot for great food, drinks, and service!
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    SET NoLibsPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Northern Liberties
    •
    4.3

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