Best Fine Dining in Philadelphia

“The interior of the restaurant is beautifully designed as well! I loved the monochromatic green dining room and all of the beautiful architectural details.”

“The ambiance is timeless - elegant yet inviting - and the agave spirits selection is one of the best we’ve seen.”

“Restaurant was packed all the time, but eating at the bar could be an option for a solo traveler or a small group without reservation.”

“Our server Stacey was incredible. Not only was she super informative, but she also set the tone for the night.”

“The whole vibe of the restaurant is dark, romantic, and intimate, which made it perfect for a special occasion.”

“The space is historic and beautiful but the sound level is energetic (but on par for most urban steakhouses).”

“I sat at the bar and was able to enjoy watching my delicious food being prepared.”

“Consistent delivery, beautiful plating, clean environment, lofi music compliments the tone!”

“One of the best vegan fine dining experiences you could possibly ask.”

“We had 3 different kinds of chicken and all of them were delicious, but brochettes were our favorite.”

“Steven was a wonderful server and the fixed price option is great menu.”

“We did the pre fixe menu and I would absolutely recommend for the value.”

“Erin, our front waiter, or however they handle themselves as a team, provided us with a level of service that rarely is seen these days, even in the best restaurants.”

“Place is super chill with a great vibe, fantastic service and sincerely top notch food”

“The tasting menu is by far the best value for your dollar.”

“The chef is deeply hospitable and wonderful to talk to, but knows how to stay out of your business so that you can enjoy your evening.”

“My absolute favorite was the braised beef ragu. Do the tasting menu it’s worth it!”

“Every single thing we got was incredible. The desert tart blew our minds.”

“The Lovebird chicken was made to perfection. Crispy fried and chicken so smooth, juicy and tender. Truthfully the best I ever had!”

“Our waitress, Hannah, was absolutely amazing so professional, so kind, and she took such great care of us.”

“The short rib ragu, branzino, honey lavender creme brûlée, dubai chocolate sundae - all transcendently delicious.”

“This intimate ~28-seat spot feels like a cozy dinner party - adorable ambiance, coat check upon arrival, and incredibly attentive service (10/10).”

“While the decor isn't high end the vide given off by both staff and guests raised the experience to 5 Stars.”

“Everything was so mouthwateringly delicious, and each ingredient was carefully plated for each dish.”

“They have a happy hour from 4-6pm. Recommend getting a dozen oysters but trying two of each of the specialty ones on the menu.”

“I ordered the Bronzino. Which I love anyway, but this was by far the best flavoring I’ve ever had.”

“Every dish was perfect, especially Grilled fish over the jasmine rice with green curry, this dish is perfect combination with Thai curry, worth every bite (Highly recommend).”

“One of my favorite restaurants in center city and even Philadelphia, never bad and always fantastic!”

“Walked in with a friend evening in the middle of low tide (happy hour) and was seated at a high top.”

“The Grand Plateau was fresh and plentiful, but some of the selections were better than the others.”

“Music will be played LOUD enough so that every person from the front of the hall to the rear can hear.”

“The food was excellent - every dish was beautifully presented and full of amazing flavors.”

“This is our family's favorite restaurant, where we celebrate all the important dates)”

“I just loved the casual & open vibe of the café paired with the enveloped Milpa bar in the back.”

“Everything we ordered was delicious, and the lemon cake we ordered at the end was a real highlight.”

“We came without reservations and had to be worked in. I wouldn’t recommend that because this place was definitely the type where you want to sit and linger.”

“Very elegant and professional. Food is amazing and fresh be willing to wait longer then your typical resturant”

“Everyone was amazed by the delicious food - the salads, hot appetizers, and the main courses were simply excellent.”

“Beautiful, clean modern design, delicious food, versatile menu, very pleasant atmosphere and great, attentive service!!!”

“Menu changes so you may miss a favorite”

“Waited 45 mins after original reservation”

“Romantic, fantastic date spot with a less fussy bar but higher end.”

“Went in for breakfast last week and had one of the best cortados I’ve had in a while”

“Located in a boutique hotel in the Fishtown area, Bastia exemplifies haute cuisine in a cool, chill atmosphere with attentive service staff.”

“A bit of a challenge in the area, search for metered parking”

“Pricey but you get a phenomenal meal”

“I had to wait a lot for asking for my check”

“Alyssa was phenomenal and brought such a positive energy that truly elevated our experience.”

“Andy’s service 10/10 👌🏼 , made some great recommendations, was super genuine & kind.”

“Great vibes and atmosphere, dimly lit with moderate-loud music which was fine with us.”

“Atmosphere is everything - beautiful interior design, lighting, and ambient music. Bar is really elevated too.”

“Alexandra was a fabulous server. The food was wonderful. Drinks were huge.”

“Our server, Alexandra, was absolutely amazing - attentive, friendly, and very professional.”

“Jose made my boyfriend’s birthday absolutely amazing! Everything was perfect - from the menu items he suggested to the drinks he made.”

“Carlos and Stacey showed the most amazing hospitality and I can’t wait to go back.”

“I would recommend taking an uber unless you want to spend a while for parking”

“Our server Danny is amazing. Definitely take the time to check it out and bring a bottle of wine (BYOB).”

“Absolutely incredible experience at Kinme Sushi! The quality of the sushi, the presentation, and the atmosphere are unmatched.”

“The sushi was so fresh and delicate. The combinations of the sushi chef are outstanding.”

“The food was outstanding, and worth every penny. This is the place to go for a special date or an anniversary.”

“Lovely ambience, delicious food. Bar may need additional staff to keep up, and parking is a bear.”

“It’s the perfect spot for a date night, a celebration, or an intimate dinner with friends.”

“7 courses of some of the best food you ever tasted at one of the oldest best kept secrets of South St.”

“The atmosphere is magical, with beautiful music and captivating belly dancer that made the evening feel truly special.”

“This has to be my favorite find in the area. This past trip was my fourth or fifth time coming and each time has been a delight.”

“This charming favorite of a restaurant near the Italian market in South Philly is the perfect date night spot.”

“My gf and I stopped during a busy Friday service and got seating right away at the bar with full menu available.”

“The burger was meh (super heavy buttery bun, no flavors) and the fries just UNEATABLE, it was like to lick a stone of salt.”

“Incredible meal, fish was all so fresh and flavorful. Lots of creative dishes.”

“The bar looked very inviting but the hostess recommended the Chef's Table if we wanted a unique experience”

“We had an awesome time at Vernick Fish! The food was incredibly flavorful and just the right amount.”

“My experience at Ocean Prime was absolutely outstanding! The food was delicious perfectly prepared, flavorful, and beautifully presented.”

“Isaiah is extremely charming & a delight. Management staff is also very pleasant , very accommodating , in a …”

“I highly recommend if you're looking to eat at a nice restaurant in the city.”

“Literally one of, if not, the best Thai restaurants in Philly. The decorations were so beautiful and the service was nice.”

“Service was great and the restaurant is pretty spacious with plenty of seating Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back!”

“Food here every time has been excellent and well presented. Very fresh and tons of flavor!”

“We loved our date night at Kalaya!!! The atmosphere is so romantic and the food is delicious.”

“The frustration nearly led us to leave, despite the excellent food. There are many nearby restaurants with far more attentive service, including ones without Michelin recognition.”

“Kalaya never disappoints. The atmosphere is beautiful, The servers are knowledgeable about the menu and quite attentive.”

“The space is beautiful and love the open kitchen! The bar was active and the restaurant was about halfway full.”

“Food was excellent & fairly priced. The beer menu is a bit short, but the cocktails we had were fan.”

“Justin our server was amazing. We went with a large party of 10 for a birthday and he was so good.”

“Awesome crab cake and even better customer service. Outstanding list of oysters; unmatched to the Fishtown region.”

“This was my second visit to Jaffa, having been there on opening night, and it just keeps getting better.”

“We enjoyed delicious oysters, plus wonderful craft cocktails and mocktails, with attentive service.”

“The food was DELICIOUS here! Can't wait to go back! Our server Julia was so wonderful and patient with us explaining the different dishes.”

“Loved the food and the upstairs was a perfect setting for a group of 10-15 people.”

“The lamb was juicy and flavorful and cooked beautifully. The rice was so flavorful I wanted to keep eating it!”

“Sampan Philly is such a beautiful and stylish spot that offers a modern Asian dining experience right in the heart of Midtown Village.”

“This fusion spot has a fantastic atmosphere. I tried the chicken/beef satay, which was incredibly tender and full of flavor.”

“Our server was super nice and attentive. We did the tasting menu and it was pretty much all delicious.”

“The food was delicious, and we didn't have to wait long to enjoy it.”

“For people who have had kbbq before especially in LA, NY, Atlanta - strong marks review is misleading.”

“The only minor drawback was that the egg liquid had a slightly fishy smell.”

“It was one of my best experiences with Halal and Middle Eastern food. The atmosphere makes you feel like you’re eating at home.”

“Amazing Yemeni restaurant! The food was good and served fresh with generous portions, but what really stood out was the staff - they were incredibly friendly, helpful, and genuinely interactive”

“This is some real excellent food for such a cheap price. Definitely a favorite,”

“The food was amazing and the flavors brought him back to his study abroad days in Salamanca.”

“As close as you can get to authentic, delicious tapas without going to Spain.”

“They finished everything at 4pm and put it on heat. Not only a massive health hazard, every bit of food was soggy”