Historic Old City Philadelphia Dining Guide
Our guide to restaurants and dining in the historic area of Philadelphia.
Top Restaurants in Old City and Penn's Landing Philadelphia
There are over 100 places to eat in the Old City / Penn's Landing area of Philadelphia. We've selected ten of our favorite restaurants with an eye towards featuring the vast array of cuisines found in this area that's a true dining melting pot of the region.
There are over 100 places to eat in the Old City / Penn's Landing area of Philadelphia. We've selected ten of our favorite restaurants with an eye towards featuring the vast array of cuisines found in this area that's a true dining melting pot of the region.
Brasil's Restaurant
112 Chestnut St. - The first and finest Brazilian restaurant in the city. Whether you’re just beginning to bossa-nova or have been sizzling the samba all your life, Brasil’s Nightclub is the place to cool your soulful groove.
112 Chestnut St. - The first and finest Brazilian restaurant in the city. Whether you’re just beginning to bossa-nova or have been sizzling the samba all your life, Brasil’s Nightclub is the place to cool your soulful groove.
Buddakan
Located at 325 Chestnut Street, Buddakan features new Asian Cuisine. It has been named one of America's top 50 restaurants by Travel and Leisure Magazine.
Located at 325 Chestnut Street, Buddakan features new Asian Cuisine. It has been named one of America's top 50 restaurants by Travel and Leisure Magazine.
City Tavern
138 S. 2nd at Walnut St. - Opened for business in 1773. Today, City Tavern recaptures the vestiges of its illustrious past with a relaxed atmosphere and comforting, hearty fare. Check their menus online.
138 S. 2nd at Walnut St. - Opened for business in 1773. Today, City Tavern recaptures the vestiges of its illustrious past with a relaxed atmosphere and comforting, hearty fare. Check their menus online.
Fork Restaurant
Located at 306 Market Street, the Fork Restaurant is a new American bistro and has been recognized by many local and national publications including the New York Times, USA Today, Town and Country, Food and Wine, Wine Spectator, Zagat’s and Gourmet.
Located at 306 Market Street, the Fork Restaurant is a new American bistro and has been recognized by many local and national publications including the New York Times, USA Today, Town and Country, Food and Wine, Wine Spectator, Zagat’s and Gourmet.
La Famiglia
8 S. Front St. - Started in 1976 as part of the then blossoming Philadelphia restaurant renaissance, the Senas maintain the family's incredibly high standards and have established La Famiglia as one of the finest Italian restaurants in Philadelphia.
8 S. Front St. - Started in 1976 as part of the then blossoming Philadelphia restaurant renaissance, the Senas maintain the family's incredibly high standards and have established La Famiglia as one of the finest Italian restaurants in Philadelphia.
Lamberti's Cucina
Located at 212 Walnut St. and serving regional Italian cuisine in a casual setting. Their outdoor deck features great views of the city.
Located at 212 Walnut St. and serving regional Italian cuisine in a casual setting. Their outdoor deck features great views of the city.
Le Champignon
A classic French and Japanese atmosphere with candlelight, fresh flowers, wine and sake. They also feature Thai cuisine.
A classic French and Japanese atmosphere with candlelight, fresh flowers, wine and sake. They also feature Thai cuisine.
Morimoto
TV's famed Iron Chef Morimoto brings his new Japanese cuisine to Philadelphia at 723 Chestnut Street.
TV's famed Iron Chef Morimoto brings his new Japanese cuisine to Philadelphia at 723 Chestnut Street.
Philadelphia Fish and Company
Located at 207 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia Fish and Company is Philadelphia's premier seafood restaurant and is honored as such by Philadelphia Magazine, Philadelphia City Paper, and Gourmet Magazine.
Located at 207 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia Fish and Company is Philadelphia's premier seafood restaurant and is honored as such by Philadelphia Magazine, Philadelphia City Paper, and Gourmet Magazine.
Serrano
Located at 20 South 2nd Street, featuring international fare. Associated with the Tin Angel Accoustic Cafe.
Located at 20 South 2nd Street, featuring international fare. Associated with the Tin Angel Accoustic Cafe.
Warmdaddy's
Located at 4 South Front St. Featuring blues, jazz or funk music and southern cuisine.
Located at 4 South Front St. Featuring blues, jazz or funk music and southern cuisine.