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Philadelphia Center City Dining Guide

Your guide to restaurants and dining in Center City Philadelphia.
Fergie's Pub
1214 Sansom St. - Voted best pub in the city, Fergie's has an eclectic ambience inspired by the mad genius of its namesake, yet the place still remains faithful to the Old World style of the pubs of The Emerald Isle.
Brasserie Perrier
1619 Walnut St. - Offering a menu of Modern French cuisine infused with Italian and Asian flair prepared by Executive Chef Francesco Martorella.
The Fountain at the Four Seasons Hotel
Located at 1 Logan Square - Pure elegance: antique china, fresh flowers, and views of historic Logan Square in one of Philadelphia's top hotels, this prestigious restaurant features upscale, high-end cuisine.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
261 S. 21st St. - Launched on a dare, this restaurant is doing just fine. Voted "best tiny romantic restaurant" by Philadelphia Magazine.
The Inn Philadelphia
251-253 S. Camac - Located in two 19th century townhouses, the only wooden block street in America, (under the macadam). At the turn of the twentieth century, Camac Street was Philadelphia's "Latin Quarter".
Le Bec-Fin
1523 Walnut St. - One of the finest restaurants in Philadelphia and the world has its own very classy site.
McGillin's Olde Ale House
1310 Drury Lane - Philly's oldest and most famous Irish pub has been in the same location for 135 years.
Monk's Cafe
264 S. 16th St. - Winner of Philadelphia Magazine's 1999 "Best of Philly" for Best Burger and 1998 winner for Best Beer Selection.
Portofino
1227 Walnut St.- Serving classic Central and Northern Italian specialties.
Sansom Street Oyster House
1516 Sansom St. - Featuring the widest variety of raw shellfish in Philadelphia and located at 1516 Sansom Street. Since 1947 the Mink Family has been serving the freshest fish to the locals and visitors of Philadelphia
Samosa
Featuring Indian vegetarian cuisine at two Center City locations: 1214 Walnut Street and 2 Penn Center Concourse.
Sotto Varalli
Located at Broad and Locust, Sotto Varalli is a sophisticated seafood house featuring the best in fresh fish. Most entrees are under $20.
Upstairs at Varalli
Located at 1345 Locust Street, Upstares at Varalli is Philadelphia's premier Italian trattoria with the feel of a European Bistro.
Zanzibar Blue International Jazz and Cuisine
Located at the Bellevue at Broad and Walnut Streets, Zanzibar Blue offers an exceptional dinner menu and the best jazz in Philadelphia.

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