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Provenance Is Philly’s Most Ambitious Restaurant — If It Can Survive

Chef Nich Bazik has ruffled feathers — and spent a ton of cash — in his audacious quest to build a Michelin-grade restaurant more or less from scratch. Is that what Philadelphia wants?


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Philly’s First Escape Room Dinner Party Puts Your Puzzle Skills to the Test

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Festive Philly Bars for the Holiday-Obsessed Among Us

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Black Dragon Takeout: A Bold Experiment in Flavor Fusion

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BOP50: A Boozy Timeline of Philly’s Cocktail Scene

Our nightlife has evolved significantly over the past 50 years, as chronicled in the history of Best of Philly.

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Provenance Is Philly’s Most Ambitious Restaurant — If It Can Survive

Chef Nich Bazik has ruffled feathers — and spent a ton of cash — in his audacious quest to build a Michelin-grade restaurant more or less from scratch.

News

Philly’s First Escape Room Dinner Party Puts Your Puzzle Skills to the Test

Eric the Puzzler and Citrine are teaming up to create an interactive dining experience combining food, fun, and a whole lot of detective work.

Guides

The Most Festive Holiday Bars in Philly

Pop-ups, ornaments you can drink out of, and so many twinkle lights.

Reviews

Black Dragon Takeout: A Bold Experiment in Flavor Fusion

Don’t come to Black Dragon Takeout hoping for Chinese takeout or quintessential soul food — come in expecting the unexpected.

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LMNO’s Ex-Chef Frankie Ramirez Unveils Ambitious New Project: Amá

Plus: Dear Daphni’s opening date, Little Walter’s new pierogi-fueled tasting menu, and Fishtown Pickle Project’s “Feast of Seven Pickles” is back.


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50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

Philadelphia has always known that Philadelphia’s food scene is one of the best in the country, but it is nice to be recognized nationally as a dining destination. Here’s our list of the most exciting restaurants putting Philadelphia on the map.

Philly’s Latest Restaurant and Bar Openings

Philly’s Latest Restaurant and Bar Openings

Everything you need to know about what’s new and what’s next in Philadelphia's dining and drinking scene, all in one place.

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Brewerytown Gets a Sweet Addition: New June Bakery

Noelle Blizzard has finally found a brick-and-mortar home for her nationally celebrated vintage cakes.

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Where to Buy the Most Festive Holiday Cookies in Philadelphia

Take cookie-baking off your to-do list and kick back with treats from these local spots.

Guides

Where to Have a Blowout Birthday Dinner in Philly

Philadelphia restaurants where you can splurge on a special meal or celebrate with a big group.

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The Foobooz Guide to Eating, Drinking, and Being Merry at Philly’s Christmas Village

There’s a lot to enjoy at the 2024 Christmas Village. Here are your must-eats and must-drinks.

Tired of the same old turkey? Get some Thanksgiving tips, tricks and recipes from our favorite Philadelphia chefs.
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Thanksgiving Tips from Philly Chefs

From deep-fried turkeys to avoiding turkey altogether to taking the stress out of the big day, we asked some of our favorite food folks to weigh in.

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50 Best Restaurants

50 Best Restaurants

Dining out feels fun again, especially because there are so many excellent places to choose from. Here’s our list of the most exciting restaurants right now — ranked for the first time since 2020.

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All the End-of-Year Restaurant Openings You Need to Know About

From a cheesesteak joint in Reading Terminal Market to a breakfast and lunch cafe in Headhouse Square, here are the new restaurants closing out 2024 (and kicking off 2025).

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Bastia: A Mediterranean Marvel in Fishtown

Tyler Akin’s new Fishtown restaurant takes diners from the shores of Corsica to the top of Philly’s dining scene.

Guides

Where to Eat in South Philly

South Philly is full of neighborhood favorites and destination restaurants. Here are the best places to dine below Snyder Avenue.

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The First Details About Jesse Ito’s New ’80s-Inspired Izakaya

After eight years spent focusing solely on the award-winning Royal Sushi and Izakaya, one of Philly’s best chefs is about to double down.

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