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Little Fish
$$$$•Seafood•4.9(1,752)** WE ARE NOW TASTING MENU ONLY **
- No substitutions, thought we can accommodate most dietary restrictions with advanced notice.
Hidden in Queen Village, Little Fish has been a destination for quality seafood in an intimate setting for over three decades. Chef Alex Yoon’s innovative and seasonal menu has made Little Fish a neighborhood staple, establishing this BYOB as a cornerstone in South Philly.
Famous for our scallop toast - sliced raw scallops topped with our house-made chili oil, Little Fish brings together influences from across Asia to create a cohesive and inventive menu. Paired with our James Beard-nominated hospitality, Little Fish is a special place for any occasion.
Please contact the restaurant directly with food allergies and dietary restrictions. We are a BYOB.Angelina’s
$$$$•Italian•4.8(23)Girasole fans we’re back in the lovely Bella vista area!! Come join us for the best italian cuisine in south philly!! 743 S.8th Street.
Shiso Noodle and Sushi Bar
$$$$•Ramen•4.8(100)We are ecstatic to open a state of the art open kitchen, serving the two dishes we recklessly love and cannot live without...noodles and sushi! Our goal is to focus heavily on freshness and quality, as we make craft noodles and sushi for our guests. That also means we will be making everything from scratch, in-house. This includes soups, tare (sauces), toppings, and last but not least, fresh crafted noodles. We hope to see you soon as we serve you our favorite foods. Please follow us @ShisoNoodleSushi for updates.Alice
$$$$•American•4.8(175)Alice is an intimate seasonal American restaurant located in the Italian Market. Our menu changes regularly and focuses on local, seasonal ingredients and use of our charcoal oven. Join us for a la carte dining or our Chef's tasting menu. Alice offers a full bar along with natural wines by the glass and bottle, craft cocktails, and craft beer. Bar seating is first come first serve and patio seating is weather permitting.
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- RRichardPhiladelphia County •26 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoJust amazing every time so Many dishes to try best service best peopleMore infoMawn$$$$• Cambodian• Bella Vista•4.9
- GgloriaPhiladelphia County •10 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThis meal was a total delight from the charming ambience of an old men's club with a tree outside our window to the lovely well trained server to the well made John's water iced drink of the day to the perfection of a seasonal tomato stack and a wonderful beet salad to my partner's perfect filet and my lobster fra diabalo with balanced great spice. Chocolate mousse may seem old fashioned but no, it was happiness and lusciousness. We'll be back before long.More infoSaloon Restaurant$$$$• Italian• South Philly•4.8
- DDOLORESArgentina •5 reviews5.0Dined 3 days ago10/10 as usual, tried the heirloom salad and did not disappointMore infoFiorella Philadelphia$$$$• Italian• Bella Vista•4.9
- VVictorGold16 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoThis place is a true neighborhood gem. Every bit of the success and every busy night is well deserved. Amazing food, warm hospitality, and an experience that keeps people coming back. Wishing them continued success they’ve truly become one of the neighborhood’s finest.More infoAdoro BYOB$$$$• Italian• Queen Village•4.8
- EEdwardPhiladelphia County •8 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoALICE never disappoints!! From the moment we walked in to the time we left the vibe, service, food, and overall experience was amazing. We’ll be back again!!More infoAlice$$$$• American• Bella Vista•4.8
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Situated in the classic Italian neighborhood of South Philadelphia lies the bustling community of Bella Vista. The area is named after an Italian phrase that means "beautiful view or sight" and offers truly beautiful tastes at local restaurants. Quaint bed and breakfasts are located next to fine-dining establishments. Named the best place to live in Philadelphia, Bella Vista is a diverse community that hosts many events and festivities. Italian is the most prevalent cuisine choice in the neighborhood, with favorites like almond tortellini and spinach gnocchi. French bistros serving beef bourguignon and coq au vin are another top weekend pick for lunch and dinner. Comfort food is also plentiful in Bella Vista. Enjoy a brunch featuring a farmer's cheese omelet with roasted tomatoes or a smoked ham and cheddar quiche.
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Child friendly restaurants in Bella Vista include Alice, Fiorella Philadelphia and Angelina’s
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