The restaurants of Philadelphia are sub-divided into five categories: Gastronomic, Business, Trendy, Budget, and Personal Recommendations. The categories are broad and do not contain absolute definitions of each restaurant.

Gastronomic Restaurants

Barclay Prime
This restaurant is the Valhalla for carnivores. It is located at a historic building that was once Barclay Hotel. The ambience is warm with paneled walls, soft lighting, and crystal chandeliers. The chairs are made of upholstered leather. The fashionable couches surround the marble tables. The service is excellent. However, the food is the crowd-puller. The place is famous for the Australian Tajima Kobe steaks. Among appetizers are the famous Kobe sliders. Seafood is equally tasty. Making a reservation is mandatory.

Buddakan
The Buddakan is a nice, cozy restaurant presided by an urbane Buddha. The restaurant has plush interiors to match the quality of the food. The food is pan-Asian. Some of the famous dishes are the sesame-crusted tuna, roast chicken with ponzu brown butter sauce, and wasabi-crusted filet mignon. Some of the starters are innovative, such as the wasabi tuna pizza and the chicken and ginger dumplings. The portions are large and satisfying.

Le Bec-Fin
This restaurant featured the reputed chef Georges Perrier. It is the city’s most outstanding dining experience. The French restaurant is replete with high ceilings and beautiful chandeliers. The staff is immaculately dressed in tuxedos. The range of dishes, which make up the menu, is sumptuous and well balanced. Some of the popular dishes include roasted lobster, smoked caviar and poached salmon. A standard three-course menu or a prix-fixe lunch is not too expensive. Le Bar Lyonnais, too, offers a delectable cuisine. The owner of the Brasserie Perrier is none other than Georges Perrier. The French cuisine is balanced with Italian and Asian influences. The restaurant has charming interiors and a lively atmosphere.

Business Restaurants

Fork
Huge lampshades, high banquettes, and an open kitchen form the eloquent design of this wonderful restaurant. The ambience is warm and friendly. The restaurant is a typical American-style bistro. The ingredients used are the freshest. The cocktails are innovative, and the collection of wines is the best in the city. The menu is modified regularly. However, the steak and seafood are standard dishes. The desserts will leave you asking for more.

Lacroix at the Rittenhouse
The restaurant has a magnificent setting: earthly hues that adorn the restaurant, large windows, and simple décor. It overlooks the Rittenhouse Square. The restaurant is home to celebrity chef Jean-Marie Lacroix. The game and fish dishes are a favorite. Mix and match different dishes or stick to the traditional. The wine collection is impressive.

Trendy Restaurants

Continental Mid-Town
The casual ambience of this hotel is a perfect match to the 1950s style. The ambience is funky and stylish. The restaurant has some magnificent chandeliers. The centre of the restaurant is dedicated to a banquet section. The bar is well-stocked, and you can choose from a wide array of beers. To get a taste of luxury, try the wicker chair swings. The menu has an impressive blend of Thai, Mexican, Jamaican, and American cuisine. Of all the dishes, you should try the barbecue chicken quesadillas. The restaurant is open for both lunch and dinner.

Paradigm
This downtown restaurant has a semi-circular bar with simple and elegant looks. The round tables and velvet seating give you a taste of luxury. The food is modern with a lot of global dishes, such as New Zealand lamb chops, Thai duck spring rolls, and seared Ahi tuna. Pastas and risotto are also famous. One of the famous desserts is Godiva soup.

Tangerine
This restaurant resembles a nightclub. The dim lighting and breathtaking interiors give an aura of luxury. Known for its Mediterranean fare, the restaurant serves up some tremendous delicacies, including whole Bronzino, scallop paella, lobster risotto, and halibut with shrimp. The place offers some refreshing drinks in addition to the sumptuous food.

Budget Restaurants

Pat’s King of Steaks
This place offers the best cheese steak in town. The outlet has a history of more than 70 years. It is located in the south of the city, near the Italian market. Pat’s King of Steaks is open 24 hours of the day. You can visit the place with large groups of friends as extra table are placed during summer.

Pietro’s Coal Oven Pizzeria
The Pietro family has been baking pizzas for the past six decades. The traditional form of baking is in sharp contrast to modern retail outlets. You can choose your own toppings. In addition to the pizzas, salads and pastas too are delicious. It is an ideal place for family get-togethers.

Rangoon
This place has a green façade, making it easily noticeable. It is located in the Chinese section off Arch Street. It is in close proximity to the Conference Center. The place is famous for its Burmese delicacies. Some of the popular dishes include spinach salad, chili shrimp, and a thousand-layer bread with potato curry dip as an accompaniment. The place is managed by three Burmese women. Locals visit the restaurant in large numbers in pursuit of Asian delicacies such as beef mint kebab and fish curries.

Personal Recommendations Restaurants

Friday Saturday Sunday
This restaurant has a history of 30 years. The 18-meter wall mural has been recently painted. Besides this, all other facilities have an old-world feel. The restaurant is located in an old brick house surrounded by greenery. The classic dishes include filet mignon, rack of lamb, and crab cakes. An innovative dish is the horseradish-panko-crusted tilapia with lime sauce. Another favorite is the slow-roasted duck with sun-dried cherries.

White Dog Café
This restaurant occupies three Victorian brownstones. The fare is delectable, with emphasis laid on fresh produce. Most dishes use farm-fresh ingredients. Seasonal ingredients are used in limited dishes. The menu is modified at regular intervals with emphasis on gourmet foods. Some of these gourmet foods have an unbeatable taste: crispy duck breast with rhubarb mostarda, creole crab cakes with rémoulade sauce, and herb-roasted chicken with mashed potatoes.