Must-see restaurants in Pennsylvania

  • Farmicia

    Philadelphia

    Dedicated to simply crafted local and organic foods, the meals here are creative and soul-satisfying. Vegetarians are well-catered for, with a variety of…

  • Silk City

    Philadelphia

    This dining car and bar complex has been a fixture on Spring Garden St since the 1950s. It was revamped by new owners in 2007, with the dining car…

  • Dahlak

    Philadelphia

    Not the fanciest place for a meal but this long-running joint (opened in 1987) offers authentic Eritrean-Ethiopian cuisine, including plenty of vegetarian…

  • Honey's Sit 'n Eat

    Philadelphia

    Jewish soul food such as latkes and French toast made with challah bread feature on the popular breakfast/brunch menu here. Feel virtuous ordering a vegan…

  • Dobbin House

    Pennsylvania

    Dine in Gettysburg's oldest stone-walled home, built in 1776 and rumored to be the famous Underground Railroad's first stop north of the Mason–Dixon line…

  • Apsara

    Pittsburgh

    There aren't a ton of Thai restaurants in Pittsburgh, let alone Cambodian, and Apsara bridges the culinary gap between these two countries. While you'll…

  • Edge

    Pennsylvania

    There are probably a thousand restaurants that claim their food defies genre, but the Edge can make that claim with a decent amount of confidence. Small,…

  • Southgate

    Philadelphia

    If you're not familiar with Korean cuisine this casual spot is a good place to start. Highly recommended is their bibimbap, a rice dish that comes in a…

  • Tapas on Main

    Pennsylvania

    We don't necessarily think of the Lehigh Valley as ground zero for good Spanish food, but Tapas on Main has a surprisingly deep and tasty menu of Spanish…

  • PS & Co

    Philadelphia

    Not only is this pleasant cafe vegan and gluten-free, it's also kosher to boot. Breakfast dishes are served all day, and they have tempting options such…

  • Carmi Soul Food

    Pittsburgh

    Much loved and seemingly always packed, Carmi is justifiably famed for its menu of soul-food favorites, including fried catfish, stuffed pork chops and…

  • Millstone Cafe

    Pennsylvania

    The on-site restaurant at the Brandywine River Museum of Art is a great find, and not just as museum restaurants go. The menu trucks in sun-kissed, farm…

  • Pork & Beans

    Pittsburgh

    To be frank, no one is coming to the Western Alleghenies for Texas-style barbecue, but Pork & Beans argues, "Why not?" They've got juicy brisket with…

  • Wm Mulherin's Sons

    Philadelphia

    Gourmet pizzas – with toppings such as speck and eggs, and lamb and artichoke – take center stage at this appealing restaurant and bar in a creatively…

  • Fezz's Diner

    Pennsylvania

    This diner doesn't seem to have changed much since it was shipped here lock, stock and barrel from Bethlehem, PA, in the mid-1950s. It would be retro…

  • Waterwheel Cafe

    Pennsylvania

    A scrumptious stop next to the river for a bite, with decent coffee and pastries that run a little sweet. It stays open for dinner Thursday to Saturday…

  • Tubby Robot

    Philadelphia

    The staff at this cute store make the traditional ice-cream flavors (such vanilla, chocolate and butter pecan) with the best fresh ingredients. There are…

  • Apollo Grill

    Pennsylvania

    If you like the sound of a sports-bar-type atmosphere with chichi menu options such as phyllo-wrapped asparagus and prosciutto or baked Brie, then this is…

  • Peace, Love & Little Donuts

    Pittsburgh

    This groovy donutteria doesn't have peace or love on the menu, but it sure lives up to the 'little donuts' part: these mini-sized donuts are topped with…

  • Joe's Steaks & Soda Shop

    Philadelphia

    If you're hankering for a cheesesteak in Fishtown, Joe's is your answer. They come in small or large sizes and a variety of permutations including a vegan…

  • Renata's Kitchen

    Philadelphia

    Brunch all day, every day is Renata's proud boast. Although the place ain't much to look at, its menu offerings, which globe-trot for inspiration, attract…

  • Monterey Pub

    Pittsburgh

    The Monterey is a pub (the bar's open from 3pm to midnight) but we enjoy it more as the best Irish restaurant in the city. You'll get excellent pub fare…

  • Suraya

    Philadelphia

    Like walking into a Lebanese bazaar, the front of this restaurant is stocked with an attractive selection of takeaway foods, homewares and cookbooks. It…

  • Original Oyster House

    Pittsburgh

    Operating since 1870, this place often has a line out the door for its fish sandwiches; just as in olden times, you can still order a glass of buttermilk…

  • Gables at Chadds Ford

    Pennsylvania

    This popular events venue also hosts an excellent on-site New American restaurant that serves locally sourced cheese plates, crab cakes and filet mignon,…

  • Cake Life Bake Shop

    Philadelphia

    Who doesn't love a cupcake, especially when its cream icing is slathered in multicolored sprinkles? The winners of Food Network’s Cupcake Wars have set up…

  • Weckerly's Ice Cream

    Philadelphia

    You'll find these delicious ice creams made with organic cream and free-range eggs in many places around town, but this is Weckerley's flagship store…

  • The Farmacy

    Philadelphia

    If you're feverish for brunch, the Farmacy provides the cure in a variety of tried and tested ways. You can build your own eggs Benedict or get a…

  • Pizza Brain

    Philadelphia

    Specializing in thin-crust pizza, Pizza Brain is also something of a quirky museum as it's home to the world's largest collection of pizza-related items,…

  • Sette Luna

    Pennsylvania

    A small gem a few blocks from the center of town, this sophisticated Tuscan trattoria has a large selection of pastas and thin-crust pizzas, as well as…

  • Eat Café

    Philadelphia

    The vibe is very relaxed and the food hearty and generally healthy at this community cafe, which is run on a non-profit, pay-what-you-can-afford basis…

  • Breakfast at Shelly's

    Pittsburgh

    Start the day right at this Allentown establishment, which resembles a diner plucked from the 1950s. Dig into a kielbasa sausage breakfast sandwich,…

  • Han Dynasty

    Philadelphia

    Part of a local mini-empire of sizzling Szechuan goodness. Take your pick from a variety of soups, noodles and spicy entrees. This location has the bonus…

  • Cure

    Pittsburgh

    This gold-lit temple to the pig is so devoted it even serves garlic-and-caper-studded lard with the bread. Its charcroute plate presents all its lovely…

  • Walnut Street Cafe

    Philadelphia

    Sitting at the base of the FMC Tower, this is a power dining spot with easy-on-the-eye decor and a generally play-it-safe menu of pasta, salads, burgers…

  • Elk Creek Cafe & Aleworks

    Pennsylvania

    Proudly smoke- and TV-free, Elk Creek Cafe serves local, sustainable, farm-to-table products that taste great, especially when washed down with a fresh…

  • Kensington Quarters

    Philadelphia

    Nose to tail cooking is on offer at this buzzy restaurant and butchery. Sample its smokey Hungarian sausage with zingy pickles, bacon kielbasa with German…

  • Franktuary

    Pittsburgh

    This spot gives dignity to the simple frankfurter, with quality meat and toppings ('vestments,' per the menu) such as blue cheese or kimchi. Good salads,…

  • Primanti Bros

    Pittsburgh

    The original location serves up the signature sandwiches Pittsburghers miss when they move away: hot, greasy delights stuffed with grilled meat, french…

  • Dizengoff

    Philadelphia

    Modeled after a Tel Aviv snack spot, this compact cafe serves ultra-creamy hummus and pickles at communal tables. If you're hungry or fancy a takeout, pre…

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