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50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

Our highly anticipated guide to the most exciting, compelling, and provocative restaurants in Philly right now.


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Podcast: How We Decide Who Makes Philly Mag’s 50 Best Restaurants

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The James Beard Semifinalists List Is Out, and the Newcomers Are Stealing the Show

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The Robot Wawa Was Always a Bad Idea. And Now It’s Closing

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What It’s Like to Get Stung by Bees 30 Times Each Day

Don Shump of Philadelphia Bee Co. talks about harvesting honey, wearing bee beards, and removing a swarm off of the Ben Franklin Bridge.

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The Best Philly Sports Bars for Watching the Eagles

Get your green on and cheer for the Eagles at these prime spots that have game-day snacks and plenty of TVs.

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Reservations for Fleur’s, Philly’s New French Spot, Are Open … Now!

Plus: Sao’s opening date, Michelin’s big announcement, and a look at Philly’s new noodle bar.

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Where We’re Drinking Right Now: The Best New Bars in Philly

The new bars, cocktail spots, and breweries you should check out next.

Opinion

Which Philly Restaurants Will Make the Michelin Guide? Our Critic’s Bold Predictions

As Michelin prepares to make their long-awaited announcement later this fall, Jason Sheehan weighs in on who he thinks will make the guide.

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The Bellevue’s New $100 Cheesesteak Comes With a Butler and a Silver Platter

And of course there are truffles.


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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.

The Philly 15: Philadelphia’s Best New Restaurants

The Philly 15: Philadelphia’s Best New Restaurants

Everything you need to know about what’s new and what’s next in Philadelphia's dining scene.

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Malgudi Cafe: The South Indian Restaurant That Doesn’t Mind the Heat

Fiery curries and a pineapple-sweet kesari bath strike a balance at this vegetarian restaurant in Exton. 

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Philadelphia Magazine Nominated for 2025 IACP Award

The magazine was recognized for its July 2024 story “The Philadelphia Tea Party” by editor Bradford Pearson, which explored Philly’s outsized love affair with Twisted Tea.

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Stephen Starr’s Long-Awaited Borromini Sets Opening Date

The $20 million Italian restaurant opens next week with the clam pizzetta, 100-layer lasagna, and one of the city’s largest amaro lists.

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Prominent Potential Buyers Line Up for McGlinchey’s

“We wouldn’t dream of changing a thing,” says one.

Opinion

Why I Didn’t Wait in Line for a Last Bowl of Ramen at ESO

After standing in line for over two hours, our restaurant critic reflects on what it means to say goodbye to a restaurant and questions what we’re really hungry for.

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Where We’re Drinking Right Now: The Best New Bars in Philly

Where We’re Drinking Right Now: The Best New Bars in Philly

Here’s what’s new and cool — or chaotic but fun — in Philly’s drinking world right now.

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NJ’s Favorite Taco Chain Plans Expansion to Philly Burbs

Plus: Hop Sing Laundromat is opening its rare bottles, and details on Federal Donuts’ limited-edition Dubai Chocolate doughnut.

Reviews

This New Philly Restaurant Is Raising the Bar for Mexican Food

Chef Frankie Ramirez’s Amá is a stunning exploration of Mexico through heirloom corn, adobo-rubbed chicken, and a showstopping octopus.

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McGlinchey’s Employees Say the Bar Is Closing Forever (Updated)

The legendary and legendarily smoky Philadelphia dive bar’s last day is Friday.

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How This Dumpling Became Bastia’s Signature Dish

One year in, Bastia’s ever-changing menu still features one beloved constant: the storzapretti.

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