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1. White Dog Cafe - University City
4.6
Exceptional(5716)
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• American • University City
Booked 61 times today
Service was good food was very good. Prices are reasonable we enjoyed our experience at the Philadelphia White Dog Cafe
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2. Pine Street Grill
4.6
Exceptional(234)
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• American • Center City
Booked 62 times today
Our server was amazing! So, kind and made us feel so special.
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3. El Vez
4.7
Exceptional(7434)
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• Mexican / Southwestern • Center City
Booked 100 times today
Been here several times and every time it's amazing. The food, the service, the atmosphere (provided you're not looking for quiet and cozy!) are top notch!
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4. Buddakan - Philadelphia
4.7
Exceptional(11612)
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• Asian • Old City
Booked 89 times today
Fabulous food, esp the Peking duck and aged beef. A must for all lovers of Chinese food.
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5. Grandma's Philly
4.5
Awesome(326)
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• Thai • Center City
Booked 70 times today
Great food along with Great service! we will be back for sure!
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6. Vernick Fish
4.8
Exceptional(2987)
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• Seafood • Center City
Booked 72 times today
Amazing Amazing Best dinner ambiance service drinks
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7. Continental Midtown
4.7
Exceptional(3233)
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• American • Center City
Booked 73 times today
This really was a cool and interesting place with great varied food, great friendly service and kind to your wallet
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8. Sao
5.0
Exceptional(297)
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• Oyster Bar • Philadelphia
Booked 15 times today
Amazing experience. The food and drinks were excellent.
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9. Gran Caffe L'Aquila Authentic Italian
4.8
Exceptional(2895)
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• Italian • Center City
Booked 43 times today
Overall great spot! I had a business lunch there. Frequent the place. Best Italian food.
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10. Charlie was a sinner.
4.4
Awesome(2743)
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• Tapas / Small Plates • Center City
Booked 39 times today
The food was delicious. Matthew, the bartender was pleasant and kind. I’m eager to return. It had been too long. My travels will have me back in Philly soon.

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