The imposing doors and dim entryway add to the exclusive vibe of Barclay Prime, the corner Rittenhouse steakhouse that feels novel no matter how many times you’ve been. But the food and service are what really send this steak place — in a chophouse-laden region — to the top of our list: attentive waiters, first-rate beef, and lick-the-plate sides, like creamed spinach and house-made tater tots.

Barclay Prime | 237 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA | 215-732-7560 | http://www.barclayprime.com