Visiting for an evening and exploring Philly for the very first time! What are some of the do-not-miss places to dine and enjoy a cocktail (or two)?? Looking for spots I can easily get to from Rittenhouse Square.  

Thanks all!

There are some great restaurants in Philly.  I can't comment on the Club scene because I don't do that here in Philly (not allowed).  But for food and a great bar try one of these:

1) Vernick Food and Drink,  is on the Square at 20th and Walnut.  Vernick is a rising star chef born in the area, trained all over.  I recommend the steak and a Buffalo Trace Manhattan.

2) Vetri,  not on the square but a quick cab ride to 13th and spruce. He's a James Beard award winning chef.  Can be tough to get a table even on a Sunday evening...unless you know someone who grew up with Marc.

3) Alma de Cuba: 16th and Walnut,  Douglas Rodriguez (James Beard award winning chef) from Miami, globally acclaimed "Godfather"   of nuevo latin cuisine.  Try one of their spicy cocktails.

4) Barclay Prime:  a bit pricey but good... Stephen Starr steakhouse on the Square.

5) Rouge: on the square there voted by several magazines a few years back to have the best  
cheese burger in the country.

6) you have to get a cheese steak from Gino's, Pat's and Jim's and you decide which is best...its an age old battle here in Philly

Well good luck....I wish I could join ya!

 
 

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Here are some of my favorites:

Parc Brasserie is a good restaurant on the park. Max Brenner will satisfy any chocolate cravings.  

The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Company is a cool throwback lounge to the speakeasy days. Howl at the Moon is a dueling piano bar and more lively.  

Enjoy!!!

a great choice right on Rittenhouse, Cannon. Howl at the Moon is fun, too.

...to try some more out next time I'm in town. Will be back sooooooon...

Happy Holidays all!

xoxo

I still talk about the dinner I had this time a year ago with a client and another provider. It was yummy. Of course dessert was equally delicious.