Buddakan
Buddakan celebrates Asian culture in its elegant restaurant in Philadelphia. 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. Popular dishes at Buddakan include butter poached lobster served with summer vegetables and wok cashew chicken served in plum wine sauce. If you are seeking something lighter, soups, salads and noodle dishes are also featured. The atmosphere at Buddakan is known to be mellow and modern and the crowd is known to be chic. Reservations are recommended. Call ahead about private event planning services.
Buddakan
325 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 574-9440
buddakan.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 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. Two popular dishes are at Fork are its braised lamb shank which is served with toasted barley risotto, grilled leeks, radish and its grilled filet mignon that features braised Kobe beef garnished with carrot puree, pearl onions and pistachios. Wine Spectator magazine consistently recognizes the wine list at Fork in the annual reviews and a number of house-special cocktails are also served. 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. Reserve your table at Fork online via its website or by calling.
Fork
306 Market St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 625-9425
forkrestaurant.com
La Famiglia
La Famiglia 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, seafood and poultry dishes are served and your meal can be coupled with a selection from the long list of fine wines. Popular dishes at La Famiglia include its Bistecca alla Griglia con Finocchio which features a grilled sirloin steak served with red peppercorn in a wild fennel white wine sauce and the Medaglioni DiVitello al Parmigiano which consists of veal sauteed and topped with Parmesan cheese and served in a fresh sage sauce. End your evening with a unique torte from La Famiglia's full dessert cart.
La Famiglia
8 S. Front St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 922-2803
lafamiglia.com
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