It’s fitting that Baan means “home,” because this spot has a way of making you feel exactly at that. They place a focus on Thai wellness cuisine, highlighting various herbs and preparations meant to promote longevity, so you can keep coming here for many years to come.

The cocktails, walls, and food all have one thing in common at La Llorona: color. Everything is vibrant and seasonal, and worthy of a photograph or two. Or three.

Do as the name orders and head here to watch the game. Even if your team doesn’t win, you may get to see someone take on the Atomic Wings Challenge, which could be just as nail-biting.

Under $100 omakase is never a bad idea, especially when it’s prepared with as much care and focus on freshness as it is at Oroshi. Oh, and it’s BYOB, so prepare accordingly.

Bryn Mawr’s The Pullman pulls (sorry) design inspiration from the dining cars of 1940’s trains. Add on the weekly live music and the lump crab cakes and we’re all aboard.

It’s a true mom-and-pop from a couple with years of industry experience and a genuine devotion to Fishtown. Plus, wine made in-house and an interior decorated with repurposed church pews never hurt anyone.

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Come dressed to take photos in front of their wall of greenery or on their light-up staircase — everyone else does. Dinner tends to turn into a party here, so know that they offer bottle service in addition to West African-inspired cuisine.

It’s an empire of (from scratch) kitchens serving up comforting fare, from lobster rolls to Buffalo chicken pies. Don’t forget the buttermilk biscuit strawberry shortcake for dessert, if you know what’s good for you.

It’s mother’s love you can taste, served in an absolutely sprawling space. They’ve also got locations in New Jersey, but here the tamarind rice bowl has our heart.

With its sunny, vegetable-forward Mediterranean menu and quietly elegant decor, this Rittenhouse essential stands out brightly on the Philadelphia restaurant scene. Pro tip: Do opt for the $64 chef’s tasting menu, which changes seasonally, and features mezze, flatbread, small plates and kebabs, your choice of lamb shank or whole fish for the table, and, of course, sweets.

With 11 locations, Tiffin must be doing something right. We think those somethings include the lamb leg kebab and peshawari naan, but we’ll let you decide for yourself.

It’s Italian cuisine that spans the boot: Calabria, Napoli, and Roma, for a few. Give us truffle tortellini paired with grilled shrimp salad and we’re set.

With a menu of Thai classics and warm, friendly service, Erawan offers a lot to love. Their generous BYOB policy is just the crushed peanuts on top of the pad thai.

For fans of chef Juan Carlos Aparicio’s stacked Puebla-style sandwiches and tacos, the wait is over: El Chingón now takes reservations. Aparicio, who created the bread program at Parc, brings creative takes on Mexican classics to this bright South Philly spot for lunch, brunch, and dinner. 

Michelin-starred French chef Laurent Tourondel makes his Philly debut with this destination for dinner, brunch, and happy hour. The menu blends European and Asian influences through a wood-fired American lens, with dishes like a lemony chicken parm sandwich on pillowy bread with tonkatsu dipping sauce. At brunch, look for treats like sticky brioche topped with whiskey-caramel sauce.

After a floor-to-ceiling renovation, Mei Mei is back and looking sharper than ever. The refreshed space leans dramatic, with moody lighting and bold decor, while the Taiwanese fusion menu includes dishes like wok-tossed lamb chops, edamame dumplings, and spicy fried shrimp. Watch for DJ nights and other events — a good excuse to check out the late-night menu, served on weekends until 1 a.m. 

From the team behind Libertee Grounds, Lucky Duck is your perfect summer hang. Right on the Delaware river waterfront, it’s got views to accompany snacks like deviled eggs and mortadella sliders, plus fancy cocktails and better-than-average wines by the glass. 

Run by restaurant veterans C.J. Cheyne and Israel Nocelo, Casa Oui serves coffee and house-baked pastries during the day. At night, it shifts into a destination for French, Mexican, and American specialties — think steak tacos, spicy green hummus, and mini ice cream cakes. Pro tip for early birds: Happy hour runs from 2 to 5 p.m. 

Your favorite old-school pizza place just opened a new restaurant with a full bar — a first for the Tacconelli family, now in its fifth generation of restaurateurs. Make the trip for drinks from the classic, fruity, bubbly, and rustic sections of the menu. You’ll find tomato pie slices here — not classic pizza — along with arancini, cutlets, meatballs, and cannoli, so come hungry. 

One of Philadelphia’s most respected chefs, Greg Vernick, has opened a welcoming new Italian restaurant with chef Meri Medoway, a longtime member of his team. At Emilia, they’re turning out wood-fired dishes inspired by travels through Italy — think grilled cabbage, tortellini in brodo, and crispy veal. 

Philly’s Historic District is going to be the center of activity this spring and summer, as America 250 celebrations and global sporting events roll into town. This new Italian eatery, by longtime restaurateurs Michael and Jeniphur Pasquarello, has opened just in time to satiate the crowds with pasta, pizza, a range of Negronis, and soft serve for dessert — plus weekend brunch. 

From the former Cheu Noodle Bar crew, Banshee leans into casual European dining — think Paris, London, and Spain — filtered through their signature Japanese-influenced cooking. The menu is built for sharing, with mostly small plates, a few larger dishes, and housemade bread — plus a full bar. 

Conveniently located near Franklin Square and Philly’s most visited historic sites, this bar-restaurant is ready to serve crowd pleasers from cheesesteak spring rolls to pizza. 117 Old City is also a good spot for watching games, playing trivia, and entertainment like karaoke and DJ nights. 

It’s fair to call Roxanne one of Philadelphia’s most unexpected restaurants. Chef-owner Alexandra Holt brings a “Wonka”-esque sensibility to her tasting menu, blending sweet and savory, leaning into playful, artistic plating, and delivering a meal that’s as fun as it is delicious. Go with your most adventurous friend. 

Set in one of Philadelphia’s most charming neighborhoods, Dohō pulls inspiration from many cultures for a generous, wide-ranging menu. Expect everything from creative vegetable dishes like sunchoke terrine to half a dozen pastas and larger plates, with plenty of thoughtful accommodations for dietary restrictions.