26. Le Bec Fin

Chef Walter Abrams’s cooking isn’t as rich as that of Le Bec’s original French incarnation, but his eight-plus courses, combined with new owner Nicolas Fanucci’s charisma, can make you feel like a million bucks.

Now Factor: Fruits and vegetables are the new stars at Le Bec 2.0. Think cucumber juice with watermelon and nasturtiums, or a tomato “prawn” cracker cradling carrots and beets.

Insider Tip: Whatever your budget, be sure to befriend sommelier Philipe Sauriat, who can find gems at almost any price point.

Did You Know: In October, an $85 dinner option debuted as an alternative to the $150 tasting menu.

If Only: Fanucci had kept the rightly beloved dessert cart.

Visit one of the 50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia:
Le Bec Fin, 1523 Walnut Street, 215-567-1000.

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