AAPI-Owned Businesses in Center City

As we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, Center City is alive with exciting opportunities to support and explore AAPI-owned businesses that enrich the community with their diverse mix of shops, restaurants and more.

Whether you're craving authentic cuisine, searching for handcrafted goods, or simply looking to learn more about the heritage behind these businesses, this month is the perfect time to discover and celebrate these businesses.

Did we miss your business within Center City District’s boundaries? Please email us at shop@centercityphila.org with more information.   

a.kitchen + a.bar 
Inside the Hotel AKA Rittenhouse Square, this eclectic American restaurant is operated by James Beard Foundation Award winner Ellen Yin’s High Street Hospitality Group.
📍135 S. 18th Street 
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Aki Nom Nom Sushi and Ramen
Aki Nom Nom serves authentic Hakata-style Tonkotsu ramen with broth simmered for over 24 hours and accompanied by Hakata-style noodles, pork belly chashu, crunchy kikurage mushrooms, naruto, and more.
📍1210 Walnut Street
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Bar-Ly Chinatown
Chinatown’s only sports bar offers a lively atmosphere with 60 beers on draft, specialty cocktails, and a diverse menu in a location convenient to Chinatown, the Pennsylvania Convention Center and Reading Terminal Market.
📍101 N. 11th Street
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Café Walnut
Café Walnut is a cozy, inviting spot where guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast, expertly brewed coffee, refreshing teas, and more.
📍703 Walnut Street
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Core Acupuncture
Core Acupuncture's highly skilled acupuncturists and doctors have been bringing expertise in enhancing overall wellness and supporting physical health for over two decades.
📍908 Arch Street
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Dara Thai 
Midtown Village’s Dara Thai is a BYOB that specializes in traditional Thai dishes. Their motto, "The Star of Thai Home Cooking," reflects the owners’ commitment to their heritage and family recipes.  
📍1221 Walnut Street  
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Dim Sum House by Jane G’s
Dim Sum House, near Rittenhouse Square, offers a selection of Cantonese and Shanghai dim sum alongside flavorful dishes from the Jiang Nan region of China.
📍1930 Chestnut Street
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Ebisu Japanese Life Store
Ebisu Life Store offers a delightful glimpse into Japanese culture with its diverse selection of goods, from collectible plushies and anime figurines to snacks and high-end beauty products.
📍1023 Arch Street
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Grandma's Philly
Experience Philadelphia’s first Thai tapas spot by Chef Locket. Everything is freshly made on-premises from locally sourced ingredients.   
📍1304 Walnut Street 
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High Street Philadelphia
📍 101 South 9th Street
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Located in the historic Franklin Building, High Street Philadelphia is a modern American restaurant and bar concept offering handmade pastas, sourdough pizzas, and more.

John Yi Fish Market
John Yi Fish Market has been a trusted name in fresh seafood at Reading Terminal Market for over 38 years, offering some of the best farmed and wild-caught selections in Philadelphia.
📍Reading Terminal Market
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Koto Sushi  
This sushi restaurant on Jewelers’ Row offers an exceptional dining experience featuring sushi, sashimi, ramen, Hibachi, and more. Every dish evokes the authentic flavors of Japan.
📍 719 Sansom Street 
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Little Seven House
This charming gift shop is known for its adorable collection of accessories, keychains, stationery, and stuffed toys featuring familiar characters like Stitch from Lilo & Stitch.
📍933 Arch Street
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Long Life Chinese Herbs Inc.
For those who find traditional Chinese medicine and herbs overwhelming, Long Life Chinese Herbs Inc. offers resources to educate customers about ancient remedies.
📍1011 Arch Street
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Lucky Gloss Nails
Specializing in soft gel and hand-painted designs, Sarah Lam at Lucky Gloss nail studio offers nail styling at Sola Salons.
📍1503 Walnut Street
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Mari Mari
Founded in 2020 by Youngnam Kwon, Mari Mari serves sushi inspired by Korean Kimbap, blending tradition and innovation to create Asian American-style sushi.
📍105 S. 13th Street
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Miss Saigon
Center City’s Vietnamese restaurant features creative cocktails, a street food-inspired menu, and artistic murals.  
📍1316 Walnut Street  
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Pain Away of Philly
With 30 years of experience, the practitioners at Pain Away of Philly specialize in Tui-Na medical massages and a range of traditional Chinese therapeutic treatments.
📍936 Arch Street
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Sura Indian Bistro
Sura Indian Bistro invites guests to experience India's rich, multicultural culinary heritage in the heart of Philadelphia.
📍 1726 Chestnut Street 
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Thanal Indian Tavern
Thanal Indian Tavern offers a vibrant selection of flavors that blends tradition Indian cuisine with subtle touches of barbecue.
📍 1939 Arch Street 
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The Ground 
The Ground Rittenhouse opened in spring 2024, offering a frequently changing menu in a cozy space filled with plants and gifts made by local creators.   
📍 120 S. 13th Street 
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Tom’s Dim Sum
Authentic Shanghai and Cantonese-style dim sum can be found right in the heart of Philadelphia. Try the soup dumplings, crispy fried buns, shumai, scallion pancakes, and more.
📍59 N. 11th Street
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Topside Tavern
A go-to destination for sports fans, offering a vibrant atmosphere and multiple screens to catch every live game. If you’d like to enjoy the weather, there’s even a screen on the rooftop!  
📍10 S. 20th Street 
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Veda
The menu at Veda incorporates a modern approach while preserving India’s heritage, culture, and flavors. Stop by for lunch or dinner for a delicious culinary experience.  
📍1920 Chestnut Street 
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