51 x The Best Local Restaurants in Philadelphia

Explore the best local restaurants in Philadelphia. From a traditional cheesesteak to international flavors, our Spotters have discovered the best places for every food lover. Enjoy the city's iconic cheesesteak at Dalessandro's Steaks & Hoagies, savor Korean barbecue at Kim's BBQ Restaurant or taste fresh sushi at Hokka Hokka. Discover these and many more local favorites for a delicious dining experience in Philadelphia.

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Dalessandro's Steaks & Hoagies

A local fave

You probably already know Philadelphia is famous for its cheesesteaks, but who has the best? It's "Dalessandro's Steaks & Hoagies" in Roxborough...

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Miller

Sep 7, 2025

Pho Ha

Pho and Vietnamese

"Pho Ha" in Philadelphia is a thoroughly authentic & extremely inexpensive spot. I like getting coconut milk and coffee and I leave satiated every time...

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Jo Castellino

Sep 7, 2025

Kim's BBQ Restaurant

Korean BBQ

"Kim's BBQ Restaurant" Philadelphia is one of the most authentic Korean BBQ restaurants in America. I like to order their O-Same Bulgogi and Mauen Kalbi...

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Jo Castellino

Sep 7, 2025

Nunu

Creative Asian fusion food and cocktails

"Nunu" is an Asian fusion bar/restaurant in Philadelphia. I love it best on a cold day when I'm craving a cocktail and warm snacks. Perfect for dates!

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Holly

Miller

Aug 28, 2025

Suraya

Exquisite Levant-inspired dining & market

"Suraya" just might be the best restaurant in Philadelphia right now. If you love the flavors of the Levant, that you're going to love it, too...

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Holly

Miller

Aug 28, 2025

Spruce Street Harbor Park

Pop-up summer park

"Spruce Street Harbor Park" is a true gift of the city of Philadelphia to its citizens, an ode to summer itself... I'll be there in a hammock!

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Cara

Jo Castellino

Aug 27, 2025

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