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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51 x Best Local Restaurants in Philadelphia

Morning Glory Diner

Breakfast is served!

"Morning Glory Diner" is the restaurant in Philadelphia I take guests for breakfast/brunch. Everything is made from scratch - check out the frittatas!

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Daub

Dec 4, 2025

John's Roast Pork

Poooooooooooooorrrrrrrrk

"John's Roast Pork" in Philadelphia has just been making ridiculously juicy roast pork sandwiches since 1930. Come here, get the large, and be quick!

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Doug

Daub

Dec 4, 2025

Philip's

The Old-Fashioned cheesesteak

"Philip's" in Philadelphia is a cheesesteak restaurant that mixes neighborhood and strip & that's a little different. My only tip? Just try to eat inside!

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Doug

Daub

Dec 4, 2025

Tony Luke's

My fave cheesesteak

"Tony Luke's" is the restaurant (it's really a shack) that makes my favorite cheesesteak in the whole of Philadelphia. Follow my tips for correct ordering!

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Doug

Daub

Dec 4, 2025

Ishkabibbles

The chicken steak

"Ishkabibbles" on Philadelphia's South Street is a great little local hole-in-the wall restaurant. It's got cheesesteak, but with chicken instead of beef.

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Doug

Daub

Dec 4, 2025

Cafe Lift

The best French toast

"Cafe Lift" makes my perfect Philadelphia weekend brunch. They are famous for their Cannoli French toast but the hearty eater will enjoy the Lift Burger...

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Jeff

Landis

Dec 4, 2025

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