Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Center City East, Philadelphia

Sloane B. • April 8, 2012Halumi cheese and the laffa and hummus are delicious!

Aileen F. • July 26, 2010The red curry with salmon is amazing! The curry is very traditional Thai.

Michele B. • July 16, 2012Try the Rum Raisin. It's a must. But, bring cash if you want to try anything. :)

JH H. • January 14, 2020Their pretzels are unbelievably delicious and amazing. They put the philly pretzel company to shame!

Alyssandra D. • May 29, 2021Food was delicious... Spicy calamari, gnocchi was incredible, swordfish was wonderful too!

DrinkPhilly.com • February 17, 2011Enjoy happy hour M-F from 4-6pm with $2 off all drafts, $1.50 domestic bottles & $1 off all other drinks! And check out our review!

Donna T. • December 18, 2016Get the taco sampler, although short rib taco was the best.

Christie P. • October 8, 2017The Tartufo pizza is amazing. Also loved the olives with almonds and orange.

Anneliese K. • January 17, 2016Can't go wrong, great ramen and apps. Green tea with refills is always a plus.

Adam H. • July 26, 2015Draft coffee is amazing. Loved the black & tan. Note no wifi.

James R. • May 16, 2011The Zen-gria is refreshing. Try the Asian Caesar Salad, Crispy Calamari Salad, or Chicken & Ginger dumplings for apps. The Sweet & Crispy Jump Shrimp are delicious w/a side of wasabi mashed potatoes.

Sarah M. • March 21, 2018Best macarons I’ve ever had! They are super fresh and taste like the flavor they are supposed to taste like. Nice little cozy place and atmosphere.

Sophia H. • February 6, 2016Apple fritter! Salted caramel was great too

Octavio A P. • December 15, 2018I usually eat chicken over rice with bbq sauce, but I also like the chicken tacos and the al pastor tacos. People can get free margaritas with the meal. The place looks very nice and clean.

STARR Restaurants • June 9, 2011Enjoy our contemporary menu that mixes traditional Japanese ingredients with classic Western preparations. Daring diners can put themselves in the chef's hands and partake in the tasting menu.

Jipsta • February 18, 2017This place is phenomenal ! It is a Thai-Indian fusion restaurant with a fun vibe near boys town !

Amanda P. • June 8, 2015Really good cold brew and really good lattes. Also has interesting and earthy decor. Great place to do work if you can get a seat.

Eric • January 31, 2014If you adore Spicy food and you are around Chinatown in Philly, this is the place for you! I order the lamb bowl, spicy fried chicken, spicy seafood soup and string beans. Lamb bowl RECOMMENDED👍

Colin L. • November 11, 2017The white truffle pizza and the shared Mezze plate was delicious and plenty of food!

Bre B. • August 4, 2015Sweet staff! A little pricey but the cannolis were delicious.

Jenn K. • January 24, 2012Coolest little Philly bar EVER! Featured on "Drinking Made Easy". If you can manage to find your way there, grab a seat at the bar and be sure to try the 1860 IPA.

Retna S. • February 26, 2019Get the mango crepes

Foodie & The Beast • December 26, 2014Loved the ham croquettes, crab stuffed piquetos and cheese plate.

Leonardo V. • July 1, 2014Amazing Pastrami Sandwich, with mayo and Swiss cheese!

Larisa G. • August 31, 2015Great selection of classic cocktails and some in-house originals. Decent happy hour with buck a shuck oysters and $5 bar snacks. Hang out here with a date or a group of friends!

RC • October 8, 2015A very accessible dim sum experience for people new to it. Friendly and helpful staff, and the food is good. Worth a try.

EM H. • September 24, 2015Love the dark quirky ambience and that its vegan.

Philadelphia Magazine • December 2, 2011Equally authentic and delicious as the French experience you might get at other uptown establishments, minus the snobby vibe.

Walt W. • May 14, 2012Dry pepper chicken was delicious; intensely spicy, I enjoyed the different flavors. Also, entrees are 60% off during weekday lunch (11a-3p)

Michael G. • September 20, 2022The sushi burrito is outstanding. Load it up with whatever fillings you want - they have everything