The Derringer is delicious. The fact that it comes in a shotglass is just an added bonus.
They brew La Columbe, which is reason enough to come in! Charming atmosphere, funky old armchairs and couches, great atmosphere. Good for a first date.
One of the rare coffee bars in Philly with a Cafe Cortado on the menu. Definitely a plus.
The menu -- like the space -- is larger, with Intelligentsia beans joining their existing PT & Southpaw espresso blends Read more.
Sip on a China-cupped cappuccino or a cold-pressed iced coffee. Read more.
Joe's indoor-outdoor parkside cafe pairs Brulee Bakery and Ovenly baked goods with two dozen hot and iced eye-openers. Read more.
Love the design of this space. Great, spacious place to hang out, relax, or get some work done while sipping on some delicious coffee.
They've sourced excellent beans not yet commonly brewed locally, including a peppery, lemony Neon espresso from Minnesota's Dogwood. Read more.
With two high-traffic locations—one in Old City, the other in the Reading Terminal Market—Old City Coffee has produced fresh, tiny batches of high-grade Arabica coffee for more than 25 years now.
This Breakfast Bomb's a thick-as-a-plate pancake that's sprinkled with powdered sugar and stuffed with Lancaster County eggs and your pick of seven available breakfast meats. Read more.
Lamb burger, turkey burger, fish tacos all faves. Amazing locals spot- come in for small homey atmosphere, amazing food and always an impressive beer list.
“This is hands-down one of my favorite coffee shops in the country,” says coffee professional/writer, Erin Meister. “Aaron Ultimo's shop was definitely a turning-point in the Philly coffee scene...” Read more.
Vegan lifestyle is celebrated at Grindcore House, a Pennsport hangout where coffee drinkers can choose from a variety of nondairy creamers & a meatless, eggless, milkless menu of pastries & sandwiches
La Colombe coffee, amazing food, friendly staff. This is one of the best coffee shops in Philly.
the original eggs Benedict is so delicious! best I've ever tried from anywhere. also, the apple pie French toast is always a good choice.
The Sicilian: filled with prosciutto, sopressata, hot coppa, mortadella, roasted red peppers and super piquant sharp provolone on Sarcone's bread. Read more.
Rustic Mexican fare with some more exotic choices like tripe stew and excellent fresh horchata. Come on Sunday for tamale specials.
Chef George Sabatino is turning heads with every new plate he sends out. The critics really love this spot, too. [Eater 38 Member]
This South Philly version of a neighborhood gastropub has pool, darts, good stiff drinks, and a game-heavy bar-food menu that makes you feel like a carnivore eating every animal nature ever devised.
The best grilled cheese in Philly, and amazing fried chicken. Head here for a great brunch and one of the best taplists in the city, too. [Eater 38 Member]
Great beer selection and good food. Great bar and awesome staff!! Steak Frites is really tasty.
Birra's Pizzas come in 12" thin crust or an upside-down 'za pot pie "Birra Bowl." Dope dishes include the Duck Confit with creme fraiche, caramelized onions & arugula pesto. Read more.
An old auto garage turned canned-craft-beer haven, Garage provides a laid back escape from the insanity of South Philly's frenetic neon-lit "Cheesesteak Vegas."
Simply amazing. One of the best beer selection i've seen. And i saw a lot of them. Seriously, this is a MUST for beer lovers. Do not hesitate! And you also may find sazonal beers on tap!
The organic, fair-trade espressos and lattes at Chhaya are served alongside fresh meals of seasonal salads, sandwiches and a full menu of creative waffles like Nutella/strawberry & chili/cornbread.
Sure, they're on the cusp of the 6 month Eater 38 cutoff, but Joncarl Lachman's Noord is so unique for Philly and so fantastic that they earn a spot on our illustrious list. [Eater 38 Member]
The fish is always fresh, flown in every day. The non-sushi dishes are great too, including the best live uni dish & the Philly inspired scallop crepe with Buffalo mozzarella. [Eater 38 Member]
Zahav is not only Philly's best restaurant, it's our best value, as well. A unique concept executed perfectly with fantastic service. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
An absolute staple in West Philly, famous for its chicken maroush sandwich, schwarma, falafel, & cheesesteaks--and it's all halal, in addition to being quick, generous, & affordable. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Delicious authentic Lebanese food. A little restaurant with a soft ambiance tucked away off of south street.
A pioneering beer bar in Philly's Northern Liberties neighborhood, the Tap features a large, constantly rotating draft list of local beers, plus an popular and accessible chalkboard menu.
Enjoy our version of an open-air biergarten set in an industrial structure, creating a unique urban experience while having brews and brats.
Between its Stumptown and PT’s Coffee Roasting Co. beans and its one-of-a-kind La Marzocco machine, Queen Village’s Shot Tower Coffee turns out impeccable espressos.
A great coffeehouse that caters to the hip and artsy crowd, with a cozy downstairs atmosphere and assorted desserts available. Read more.
The beer here is great, but try the Polenta Fries off the app menu. They're slightly ingenious and go great with a pale ale and Morrissey playing on the jukebox.
Enjoy classic 80s arcade games — the lineup includes Frogger, Ms. Pac-Man, Tron and Donkey Kong — and a rotating line-up of American craft beer. Happy hour takes place each weeknight from 4-7 p.m..
Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Now order a Jersey Lightning. Read more.
From the people that brought you Supper and the Franklin, Lemon Hill's cocktails do not disappoint! Grab a seat at the bar and try the Blues Explosion. You'll thank us.
Philly is full of gastropubs, but it’s rare to find a place that gets all three elements—the atmosphere, the food and the drinks—right. St. Stephen’s does.
Stephen Starr's most exciting restaurant. From cured salmon to the best duck liver mousse in town... You cask beer drinkers will be very happy with the drink selection, too. [Eater 38 Member]
What started out as a place we hoped would have good ramen, Cheu Noodle Bar is Philly's home for truly creative Asian snacks and small bites, as well as noodles. [Eater 38 Member]
One of best ramen dishes out there: TAN TAN RAMEN. Period. SO spicy, so good!!! When you are faced with an entire meal in a bowl THIS size, only happiness follows! BKJ.
One of the best eats in Chinatown. Definitely get the shaved noodles. This place gets packed.
Ramen isn't bad but the Takoyaki is phenomenal. I give those balls a thumbs up. Ramen is very filling too.
This is hands-down my favorite sushi place in Philadelphia, and perhaps in the country. Get the specialty rolls!!
So tiny, but such a nice selection of drinks. And despite being packed with non-neighborhood people, it somehow maintains the vibe of the neighborhood bar it wants to be.
Signature sandwiches and a constantly rotating menu make this a solid addition to our blue collar bar food scene. [Eater 38 Member]
THIS IS A BAR don't be fooled by it looking like a beer take out with the best selection on this side of the city.Everyone who works here is awesome,so come in grab a beer from the fridge and hangout!
Check out all of the amazing jewelry and apparel, most of which store owner Sarah Lewis designs and makes herself
Great Chinese: The menu is organized by spice, on a scale of 1 (mild) to 10 (call the fire department). Suggestions: the delicate dumplings in a chili oil bath (4), and the dan dan noodles (6). Read more.
Over a dozen local beers on tap (rotating), including a couple of hand-drawns. Start hand-drawn then follow your fancy. Heaven for beer and indie music lovers.
Philly waited with baited breath for our very own Fette Sau to open, and it's here now to satiate all of your BBQ needs. The lines are already long, but they're worth it. [Eater 38 Member]
Duck away from the Rittenhouse retail flagships to find the beer bar in Philly, which’ll provide you with draft labels like the Dupont Avec les Bons Voeux and Russian River Damnation Read more.
One of the five original open-space parks in the city. Grab a bench and people-watch in this bustling square, then head to one of the surrounding sidewalk cafes for lunch.
The F&F has evolved into one of the best restaurants in the city. Josh Lawler brings his farm-y sensibilities from Blue Hill to Philly, and has become one of our biggest stars. [Eater 38 Member]
Find this back alley bar w/ old-school libations: From 20th, turn left onto Ranstead past 2 trees. Look for a dark door on red-bricked facade with side-by-side, backwards & forwards "R"s. Act cool. Read more.
They built this bar inside the walls of the old National Mechanics Bank. 18 taps. A great whiskey list. Most adventurous, but crazy good, things to order? Bacon vodka or jalapeno tequila, straight up.
You can't go wrong with a toasted Everything bagel and plain cream cheese, though there are more than a dozen delicious flavors daily.
Crusty outside and soft on the inside. Only wish the everything bagels had salt on them.
Great vietnamese foods. The owner is the previous owner of Nam Phuong restaurant on S. 11th street. So expect same great taste.
Another fantastic addition to the Queen Village restaurant scene, Ela combines great food with great cocktails in a beautiful space.
Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. They make a perfect rye old fashioned. Read more.
The perfect spot is located at the end of the main dining room. The chef's counter, with six high chairs, gets you up-close to the action in the kitchen.
According to one regular, “I’ll drink by myself pretty much anywhere, but I believe Tria is the best place in the city for a woman to drink alone. It attracts the most harmless jerks of any wine bar.”
The draft system is pretty attention-grabbing, with 40 taps carrying beer, wine, cider, and sodas. But this is also the only Tria with a full kitchen, serving flatbreads and elevated pub grub.
Best hole-in-wall to get roast meats in Philly - I like roast duck, roast pork belly and soy sauce chicken on top of dry wanton noodles. Fish Filet & Chinese Vegetables on Pan Fried Noodles are great!
David's is the late-night spot for industry folk, and offer some of Chinatown's best eats. Don't sleep on the house noodle soup or the salt and pepper chicken wings. [Eater 38 Member]
Never a wait on a weekend and the sushi is fresh, service is great, and great selection. Even a all-you-can-eat, only one catch, no wasting food or you will be charged for the left overs.
These local legends made their name at farmer's market stands but here you can have your taqueria fix any day of the week. Don't be scared, try the tongue or beef-eye tacos. Read more.
Come hungry and thirsty. Leave happy. But not before filling up a Growler first! It's the perfect way to enjoy draft-only brands, limited releases, or any of your Victory favorites.
The idea of a hummus restaurant seemed crazy to me. I have been converted. This place is fantastic for lunch.
Sit at the chef's table which is actually just the bar--it's inches away from the finishing station, so you can see every dish being plated.
One of the newest businesses on East Passyunk Avenue, this little shop represents the direction of revitalization seen recently in the neighborhood. Read more.
Rittenhouse Square's premier quick-serve sandwich/salad spot happens to be all-vegan. We love the Ziggy burger and the Groothies. Read more.
Best vegetarian restaurant in the city. Menu changes pretty frequently to keep things fresh and their cocktails are solid. "I don't always eat vegetarian, but when I do...I prefer V Street."
Miss the crowd by dining at Saturday brunch. The menu changes regularly, but the impeccable service and the sweet, meaty lobster roll always stay the same.
Food & Wine Best Burgers in Philly: neighborhood rest serves burger made w/grass-fed beef. Features a secret burger sauce, + cheddar, lettuce, pickles & onions on a 2x sesame-seed bun
Get the "Shades of Egg" breakfast sandwich on multi-grain. Sunny eggs, avocado, sprouts, greens, spicy mustard and chedda. Add bacon if you're a carnivore.
Ingredients are the star at Greg Vernick's bi-level American spot near Rittenhouse Square. Try the "toasts" as an appetizer. You'll love everything coming out of the wood-fired oven. Read more.
The historic farmers market located in downtown Philadelphia opened in 1892 and is a favorite among locals as well as visitors. Choose from homemade Amish specialties to fresh seafood.
