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Philadelphia, PA

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A & M Halal Food Truck [CLOSED]See A & M Halal Food Truck Video ($)
(6 ratings)

31ST And Ludlow Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19104
  • Falafel Omelet Hoagie
    "having breakfast, lunch and dinner in one roll"-Robert Irvine
3.0 out of 5
6 ratings
[CLOSED]; food truck near Drexler University
Abe Fisher [CLOSED] ($$$)
(699 ratings)

1623 Sansom St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 867-0088
  • Veal Schnitzel Tacos
    veal covered in rye breadcrumbs topped w/anchovy mayo & health salad
4.5 out of 5
699 ratings
[CLOSED]; serving elevated Jewish deli cuisine in a chic & handsome interior space
AmadaSee Amada Video ($$$)
(2278 ratings)

217 Chestnut St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 625-2450
www.amadarestaurant.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Meat-Fest"
  • Cochinillo Asado (Roast Suckling Pig)
    whole pig; need at least 4 persons; order 2 days in advance; looks good
4.0 out of 5
2278 ratings
opened in 2005; serves authentic Spanish tapas; founder and executive chef: Jose Garces
Bassetts Ice Cream ($)
(501 ratings)

45 N 12th St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 925-4315
www.bassettsicecream.com
  • Ice Cream
    vanilla is top seller
4.0 out of 5
501 ratings
#98 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); established in 1861; oldest continuous ice cream maker in U.S.; family-owned for 5 generations; ice cream made w/ 16% butter fat ("regular" is 10%)
BuddakanSee Buddakan Video ($$$)
(1744 ratings)

325 Chestnut St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 574-9440
www.buddakan.com
  • Edamame Dumplings
    truffled sauternes-shallot broth, topped w/ micro spring onion; "there's never enough for me" -Robert Irvine
  • Dip Sum Doughnuts
    3 Sauces for dipping (ginger creamcheese, housmade blackberry jam, dark chocolate ganache)
4.0 out of 5
1744 ratings
est. 1998; known for upscale Asian fusion cuisine; Other Recipes: Lemongrass Swordfish w/ Thai Basil Pesto & Sesame Long Beans
Cedar Park CafeSee Cedar Park Cafe Video ($)
(326 ratings)

4914 Baltimore Ave Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-1144
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Philadelphia"
  • Scrapple, Egg & Cheese Sandwich
    scrapple is sliced & fried on flattop
4.0 out of 5
326 ratings
neighborhood breakfast spot
City Tavern [CLOSED]See City Tavern Video ($$)
(859 ratings)

138 S 2nd St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 413-1443
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Old School"
  • West Indies Pepperpot Soup
    a spicy colonial classic; beef, taro root & greens; served in a vintage pewter bowl (like in colonial times); looks good
4.0 out of 5
859 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 1773; from website: "The unofficial meeting place for the First Continental Congress...July 4, 1777 was the celebration by the delegates to the Congress on the first anniversary of Independence."; Other Recipes: Creme Anglaise (Vanilla Custard Sauce) | Custard Bread Pudding | Pork Medallions w/ Oatmeal Stout | Potato Dumplings | Roasting Pork Shoulder & Beef Chuck | Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage | Sweet Potato Biscuits (Thomas Jefferson's) | Tavern Beef & Pork Pie | Tavern Turkey Stew w/ Fried Oysters
ContinentalSee Continental Video ($$)
(1864 ratings)

1801 Chestnut St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 567-1800
www.continentalmidtown.co...
  • Crispy Calamari Salad
    "spicy, crunchy & greasy"; looks good (for a salad)
3.5 out of 5
1864 ratings
Creperie Beau Monde [CLOSED]See Creperie Beau Monde Video ($$)
(596 ratings)

624 S 6th St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 592-0656
  • Crepes
    Savory: mushroom, swiss cheese, roasted almonds; Sweet: pears, chocolate, chestnut cream
4.0 out of 5
596 ratings
[CLOSED]; founded in 1998; Parisian bistro decor
Dandelion PubSee Dandelion Pub Video ($$)
(2851 ratings)

124 S 18th St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 558-2500
thedandelionpub.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Combos"
  • Beer-Battered Fish & Chips
    "not kidding you, the best thing I've ever eaten...that is amazing!"-Marc Summers; looks good
4.0 out of 5
2851 ratings
it's a "gastropub" (a British term for a pub which specializes in high-quality food)
Dining Car & MarketSee Dining Car & Market Video ($$)
(263 ratings)

8826 Frankford Ave Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 338-5113
thediningcar.com
3.5 out of 5
263 ratings
Dutch Eating Place ($)
(886 ratings)

1136 Arch St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 922-0425
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Philadelphia"
  • Apple Dumpling
    topped w/ choice of heavy cream or whipped cream; served hot; looks good
4.5 out of 5
886 ratings
at Reading Terminal Market; offers traditional Pennsylvania Dutch-style (Amish) food; servers are dressed in traditional Amish clothing (bonnet, etc)
El VezSee El Vez Video ($$)
(3585 ratings)

121 S 13th St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 928-9800
www.elvezrestaurant.com
  • Macho Nacho Platter
    nachos topped w/ chorizo, black beans, smoked chili salsa, crema fresca, white cheddar, monterey jack; looks good
4.0 out of 5
3585 ratings
kitschy modern decor
Farmer's Keep [CLOSED]See Farmer's Keep Video ($$)
(210 ratings)

10 S 20th St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 309-2928
4.5 out of 5
210 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2015; serving healthy, creative cuisine for all dietary & allergy needs; menu is gluten-free, dairy-free, egg free, nut & shellfish free; guest appearance: chef Eric Greenspan
Federal Donuts [CLOSED]See Federal Donuts Video ($)
(1474 ratings)

1632 Sansom St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 665-1101
  • Chicken & Donuts
    off-menu item is fried chicken w/ dill-pickle glaze (regular is Korean-style fried chicken)
4.0 out of 5
1474 ratings
[CLOSED]; #5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Fried Chicken); multiple locations
Flying Monkey BakerySee Flying Monkey Bakery Video ($)
(394 ratings)

12th St & Arch St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19176
(215) 928-0340
www.flyingmonkeyphilly.co...
  • Butter Cake
    top seller; classic house recipe, baked by the tray & cut into squares; "too good for words" (from its website)
  • Pumpple Cake
    chocolate cake w/ pumpkin pie baked inside & vanilla cake w/ apple pie baked inside; filled & frosted w/ vanilla buttercream; served by the slice from October 1st through March 1st; whole cakes are available by special order year-round but require 72 hours notice
3.5 out of 5
394 ratings
est. 2010; homestyle bakeshop focused on seasonal & local ingredients, offering cakes, confections, brownies & more; at Reading Terminal Market
Franklin FountainSee Franklin Fountain Video ($$)
(2226 ratings)

116 Market St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 627-1899
www.franklinfountain.com
  • Chocolate Ice Cream Soda
  • Egyptienne Egg Shake
  • Franklin Mint Sundae
  • Mt. Vesuvius
    mountain of chocolate or vanilla ice cream with chocolate brownie pieces, topped with hot fudge and malt powder
  • Stock Market Crunch
4.0 out of 5
2226 ratings
#3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Ice Cream); opened in 2004; ice cream parlor; vintage furniture & equipment and feel...like being in a time-warp
Gaul & Co. MalthouseSee Gaul & Co. Malthouse Video ($$)
(156 ratings)

2619 E Indiana Ave Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19134
(215) 423-7878
www.gaulandco.com
  • "Wit or Witowski"
    award-winning Polish take on Philly cheesesteak: local chipped kielbasa on a long roll; w/ caramelized sweet onions & American cheese sauce; "that is a destination sandwich" -Guy Fieri; looks good!
  • Malt House Wings
    a top seller; chicken wings brined overnight, baked & fried; tossed in Buffalo, garlic parmesan, firehouse, cajun or bbq sauce (Guy got Buffalo); looks good
4.5 out of 5
156 ratings
est 2016; traditional pub for comfort food w/ large beer selection
Geechee Girl Rice Cafe [CLOSED]See Geechee Girl Rice Cafe Video ($$)
(57 ratings)

6825 Germantown Ave Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19144
(215) 843-8113
  • Carolina Pulled Pork
    house smoked & slow roasted pork shoulder served w/ coleslaw, BBQ blackeyed peas & cornbread; looks good
  • Netta's Sour Cream Pound Cake
  • North African Chicken
    pan-crusted & baked chicken w/ cumin, citrus & garlic; served w/ cous-cous style Carolina Gold rice & sauteed greens; "phenomenal dish"-Guy Fieri
3.0 out of 5
57 ratings
[CLOSED]; African-inspired low-country cuisine; "dedicated to the love of food, the warmth of home, the respect for tradition and the commitment to community" (from its website); Other Recipes: Buttermilk Biscuits | Geechee Girl Vinaigrette | Sauteed Collard Greens w/ Garlic, Peppers & Onions
Geno's Steaks ($)
(3576 ratings)

1219 S 9th St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 389-0659
www.genosteaks.com
  • Cheesesteak
    most popular w/ cheese whiz; most popular w/ cheese whiz
2.5 out of 5
3576 ratings
Tie for #6 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown): Pat's vs. Geno's; restaurants are across the street from each other; opened in 1966
Good Dog BarSee Good Dog Bar Video ($$)
(1407 ratings)

224 S 15th St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 985-9600
www.gooddogbar.com
  • Cheesesteak Empanadas
    empanadas stuffed w/ thinly sliced steak seasoned w/ truffle oil and aged NY cheddar cheese; comes w/ Flying Fish beer-based dipping sauce on side; looks good
  • Duck Confit Pot Pie
    "off the hook...prime time!"-Guy Fieri; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1407 ratings
opened in 2003; local dive bar w/ "upscale comfort food"; pictures of dogs all over the walls
Gooey Looie's ($)
(299 ratings)

231 McClellan St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 334-7668
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Philadelphia"
  • Cheesesteak
    over-sized (over 1.5 lbs)...thin slices of rib eye chopped on flattop & topped w/ 5 slices of cheese; Jeff got w/ Provolone cheese & peppers; looks good
4.5 out of 5
299 ratings
deli, market & sandwiches; sandwiches tend to be over-sized (that's good!)
HardenaSee Hardena Video ($)
(419 ratings)

1754 S Hicks St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19145
(215) 271-9442
www.hardenaphilly.com
  • Ayam Kalasan
    ginger fried chicken; marinated in a blend of spices, then fried w/ ginger paste for extra flakes; served w/ rice & shrimp paste hot sauce
  • Tempeh Goreng
    vegetarian fritter; house-fermented tempeh battered & fried, served w/ spicy pickled vegetables
4.5 out of 5
419 ratings
est 2001; serving authentic Indonesian from family recipes
High StreetSee High Street Video ($$)
(856 ratings)

101 S 9th St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 625-0988
highstreetonmarket.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Brunch"
  • Pastrami & Hash
    shaved pastrami, spiced hash, roasted peppers & onions, farm egg, russian dressing served on Kaiser roll; "a pastrami that rivals the best our Food Networks experts have ever tasted" -Geoffrey Zakarian; looks good
4.0 out of 5
856 ratings
#3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Brunch)
Honey's Sit-N-EatSee Honey's Sit-N-Eat Video ($$)
(1465 ratings)

800 N 4th St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 925-1150
honeyssitneat.com
  • Bubby's Brisket Frito Pie
    first cooked for 5 hours, then sliced and pan-fried and glazed w/ Tex-Mex/Southwest sauce; served w/ rice & beans; looks good
  • Chicken Chili Frito Pie
    a top seller; fritos base, topped w/ chicken chili and topped w/ cheese; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1465 ratings
neighborhood favorite; mix of Jewish and Southern comfort
Philadelphia, PA   (65 restaurants)    
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