Buddakan
Buddakan celebrates Asian culture in its elegant restaurant in Philadelphia. The atmosphere at Buddakan is known to be mellow and modern and the crowd is known to be chic. Menu items consist of a number of Asian-inspired dishes that are served as an elegant presentation. Order from a long list of Japanese kobe steaks, duck and chicken and pork dishes. If you are seeking something lighter, soups, salads and noddle dishes are also featured.
Reservations are recommended. Call ahead about private event planning services.
Buddakan
325 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 574-9440
buddakan.com
La Familglia
La Familglia has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in Philadelphia since 1976 and has become a must-visit for locals and tourists. The vibe at La Famiglia is all about pure luxury. The restaurant aims to combine a romantic feel with good service and interesting menu items that utilize high-quality ingredients such as organic vegetable and fruits, free-range chickens and corn-fed beef. A number of pasta, steak and seafood and poultry dishes are served and your meal can be coupled with a selection from the long list of fine wines. End your evening with a unique torte from their full dessert cart.
La Famiglia
8 S. Front St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 922-2803
lafamiglia.com
Fork
Fork was recently recognized by Philadelphia Magazine as being the best restaurant in the city. That is an accolade the owners strive to live up to. The scene at Fork is modern yet classy and the decor combines antique items with modern adornments like a cast concrete bar and hand-painted chandelier shades.
The menu at Fork changes daily but you can count on a varied selection of gourmet steak, salad and seafood dishes made with local fresh ingredients served like artwork. Wine Spectator magazine consistently recognizes the wine list at Fork in the annual reviews and a number of house-special cocktails are also served.
Reserve your table at Fork online via its website or by calling. Reserve a table for private intimate dining and special event planing.
Fork
306 Market St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 625-9425
forkrestaurant.com
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