"Where should we eat in Philly right now?” That’s the question we get over and over, and you’ll likely hear it even more this April, when The Chef Conference descends upon The City of Brotherly Love. With so many incredible homegrown chefs and visiting ones arriving, it’ll be an incredible time to dine in Philly. But then again, when is it not? Here’s our guide to discovering Philly’s must-visit restaurants, hidden gems, date night favorites, BYOB treasures, and so much more. Photos by Aaron Richter for Resy
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From Friday, April 4 to Sunday, April 6, chefs from Philadelphia and across the globe are coming together for a unique collaboration series of brunches, dinners, and drinks you won’t want to miss.
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Palizzi Social Club x Robert Simonson
Palizzi Social Club
Friday, April 4
Award-winning drinks writer Robert Simonson stops by for a cocktail event you don’t want to miss. BOOK NOW Terms apply. Must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly.
CO-OP x Anju
CO-OP Restaurant & Bar Saturday, April 5
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable prix fixe brunch courtesy of D.C.’s Angel Barreto of the award-winning Anju. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
Picnic With Friends
Picnic
Saturday, April 5
It’s a star-studded brunch unlike any other when Chicago’s Michelin-starred Kasama, New York’s Michelin-starred Atomix, and Philadelphia’s Kalaya and Royal Sushi join forces with the team at Picnic. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
Irwin’s x Tâm Tâm
Irwin’s
Saturday, April 5
Get ready when two beloved restaurants – Philly’s own master of modern Sicilian fare, Irwin’s, and Miami’s Vietnamese virtuoso, Tâm Tâm — join forces for a special menu. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
Her Place Supper Club x Cúrate x Crevette
Her Place Supper Club
Saturday, April 5
Join a trio of Food + Wine best new chefs — Amanda Shulman (Her Place Supper Club), Katie Button (Cúrate), and Ed Szymanski (Dame, Lord’s, Crevette) — for a special dinner in the city of brotherly love. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
Mish Mish x Kayu x Lasita x Animae
Mish Mish
Saturday, April 5
Expect the unexpected when three Filipinx chefs from coast to coast — Tara Monsod (Animae and Le Coq, San Diego), Paolo Dungca (Hiraya and Kayu, D.C.), and Zev Flores (Mish Mish, Philly) — come together for a little house party at Mish Mish. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
Tresini x The Wolf’s Tailor
Tresini Bar & Cucina Sunday, April 6
Denver’s Michelin-starred and James Beard award-winning chef Kelly Whitaker and Philly’s own chef Brad Daniels are coming together for a memorable dinner. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
Jaffa Bar Philly x Penny x Saltie Girl
Jaffa Bar Philly
Sunday, April 6
Seafood in all its glorious forms will be put on full display when Penny’s Joshua Pinsky and Saltie Girl’s Kathy Sidell pay a visit to Jaffa Bar Philly to cook alongside chef Andrew Henshaw. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
Royal Sushi Omakase & Izakaya x Budonoki
Royal Sushi Omakase & Izakaya
Sunday, April 6
The best of West Coast and East Coast Japanese izakaya fare comes together when chefs Dan Rabilwongse (Budonoki) and Jesse Ito (Royal Sushi) converge. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
Photo courtesy of Acamaya
Kalaya x Acamaya
Kalaya
Sunday, April 6
Two powerhouse chefs — Kalaya’s Nok Suntaranon and Acamaya’s Ana Castro — are joining forces for a stellar dinner celebrating Thai and Mexican flavors and traditions. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
The Chef Conference
The Chef Conference: Day 1
The Study at University City
Friday, April 4
Meet the pros discussing insights for success in the restaurant industry, hot topics for independent restaurants, and mentorship with Thomas Frebel, Greg Vernick, and Marc Vetri. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
The Chef Conference: Day 2
The Study at University City
Saturday, April 5
Featuring conversations about menu development with chefs Ana Castro, Angel Baretto, Rob Rubba, and Amanda Shulman, and exploring cultures through cookbooks with chefs Eric Adjepong, Nina Compton, and Alexander Smalls, and a trailblazer talk with Courtney Storer of “The Bear.” BOOK NOW Terms apply.
The Chef Conference: Day 3
The Study at University City
Sunday, April 6
Join chefs for engaging discussions about Filipino cuisine in America, and how to find balance, as well as a trailblazer talk with Tom Colicchio, Ben Shewry, and Jeff Gordinier. BOOK NOW Terms apply.
The Chef Conference Day 4
Join award-winning chefs and restaurateurs and some of the industry’s most notable media personalities for a full day of thought-provoking conversations about restaurants, how we dine, and so much more.
Terms apply.
The Resy Guide to Splurge-Worthy Dining in Philadelphia
From intimate omakase counters and tasting menus to elegant French meals, these Philly restaurants deliver when you’re looking for a blowout experience.
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