Dine Center City

Dine Center City

Dine Center City

Explore World-Class Dining and International Flavors

Find yourself at the center of everything you’re craving. Center City’s world-class culinary scene is the finest in the region, including James Beard Award winners and Iron Chefs. Cuisines from across the globe can be found at every turn, from Italian and Japanese to Middle Eastern and Mexican. Center City’s diverse array of eateries include more than just fine dining. Family-owned BYOBs, casual coffee shops, cocktail bars and more help to satisfy every taste. And no visit to Center City would be complete without a stop at the legendary Reading Terminal Market! Find lunch and dinner deals, and unique dining experiences from some of the best restaurants in Center City in the list below. 

Restaurant Happenings & Events

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Aqimero: Night on The Avenue
Ongoing |  Your night out on the Avenue of the Arts isn’t complete without an Aqimero dining experience. Present your theater or arts event program ticket before or after a performance and receive a complimentary Traditional Margarita. Aqimero is the perfect place to begin or end your night!
10 Avenue of the Arts, 215.523.8200

Bar Bombón

  • Taco Tuesdays | Tuesdays | 4-9 p.m. | $4 mix and match plant-based tacos, $5 Tecate, and half off all tequila shots.

133 S. 18th St., 267.606.6612

Barra Rossa: Tini Thursdays  
Weekly | Enjoy handcrafted martinis made with Tito’s vodka and light bites, including calamari and bruschetta. 
929 Walnut St., 215.644.9074

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City Winery: Wine Tastings 
Wednesday - Sunday | Enjoy our award-winning wines made on site! Remember your favorites for your next wine flight or to bring home from our wine shop. Make a reservation today.
990 Filbert Street, 267.479.7373 

Di Bruno Bros.: Philly Tailgate Bundle  
Ongoing | You or your loved one will enjoy this collection of delicious gourmet 'jawns', for those of us cheering the loudest and snacking the hardest. Makes the perfect gift for the Philly sports-lover in your life. 
1730 Chestnut St. or 834 Chestnut St. #112 

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Estia: $40 Theater Menu
Nightly | Going to a show on the Avenue of the Arts? Stop into Estia ahead of time to enjoy a three-course, prix-fixe theater menu for only $40. For more details, download the menu.
1405 Locust Street, 215.735.7700

Grandma's Philly: Xtra Spicy Wednesdays
Wednesdays | 8 p.m. – Midnight | Summer is heating up in the best way. A taste of Thailand on shared and small plates at Philly’s first Thai tapas bar is heating up Wednesday evenings through the summer months where you can expect a live DJ, signature cocktails, spicy bites and bottle specials
1304 Walnut St., 215.315.9050

Fado Irish Pub: Trivia Night 
Wednesdays | 8 p.m. | Enjoy trivia night every Wednesday along with drink specials. 
1500 Locust St., 215.893.9700 

HipCityVeg: Shake of the Month Calendar
127 S 18th Street & 121 S Broad Street

La Cucina at the Market: Cooking Class
Bring your friends and family for an interactive cooking class! Create memorable experiences while enjoing delicious food. Check La Cucina’s website for their full schedule of classes.
1206 Arch Street, 215.922.1170

Lamberti Pizza & Market

  • Game Day Boxes | Ongoing | Introducing our Big Game Bites Box — wings, chicken fingers, fries, zucchini sticks, mozzarella sticks & onion rings. Plus, the Playmaker Platter — chicken fajita & Italian Stromboli, cheesesteak, pepperoni & buffalo chicken rolls. Cheer on your favorite team with our Game Day Boxes — perfect for Eagles games, Sixers matchups, college football Saturdays, and more! 
  • 25% Off After 4 p.m.  | Daily | After 4 p.m.| Before heading home, stop by Lamberti Pizza & Market daily after 4 p.m. to receive 25% your favorite Grab & Go Market items.

707 Chestnut St., 215.454.6300

Lucky Strike: Night Strike Unlimited Bowling 
Sunday - Wednesday | Enjoy our $23.99 unlimited bowling Night Strike special. Sundays starting at 6 p.m. and Monday to Wednesday  starting at 8 p.m. Shoe rental is included 
1336 Chestnut Street, 215.545.2471 

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Maggiano’s Little Italy: Big Deal Two Courses for $20  
Everyone deserves a feast, making this weekend the perfect time to try our NEW Maggiano’s Big Deal: two courses, starting at just $20. 
1201 Filbert St., 215.567.2020

Nabrasa Brazilian Steakhouse

  •  Your Birthday is on Us  | Ongoing | Nabrasa values your special day and would love to treat you to a complimentary meal when you dine with us during your birthday month. Just show a valid ID for the birthday offer. Reserve your table today and enjoy a Brazilian feast with 15 cuts of meat, fish, grilled pineapple, and gourmet sides. *One birthday guest per table. Drinks and  tax are not included. You must dine with a minimum of 2 people.   
  • Half off Caipirnha Tuesdays | Weekly

1901 John F. Kenedy Blvd., 445-287-1901 

Oyster House:Shucking Classes 
Tuesdays | 2:30-3 p.m. | Get step-by-step guidance on the art of oyster shucking for $126 per couple. After a few practice oysters, the class includes 1 dozen to shuck and eat, plus 2 glasses of champagne. Classes are 30 minutes and reservations are required.
1516 Sansom Street, 215.567.7683

Parc

  • Bread Du Jour |Monday – Friday | Parc is selling new specialty bread flavors freshly baked each morning. These breads can be purchased for takeout from their walk-up bread window five days a week, Monday through Friday and are available until sold out.  

227 S.18th Street, 215.545.2262

Reading Terminal Market: Young Friends Taste and Tour
November 19 | 5-7 p.m. 1136 Arch St. #400, 215.922.2317 

Scarpetta: Scarpetta Supper  
Sunday -Thursday |  8 p.m. - Close | Whether you're stopping in for a light bite or lingering over your favorite pasta, supper at Scarpetta is your new nighttime ritual. An elegant late-night lineup featuring sweet + savory tiny tinis, half portions of Scarpetta’s iconic pastas, an exclusive crudo duo and select wines by the glass on special. 
210 W. Rittenhouse Square,  215.558.4199 

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Square 1682: Weekly Specials 

  • WhINE about it Wednesdays | 5-8 p.m. | Discounted wine bottles & cellared wines by the glass with Alex Clark
  • City Wide Burger Special | Monday - Friday|  11 a.m.- 4 p.m. | Come out and try our City Wide special, a burger, beer and a shot. 
  • Buck A Shuck Tuesday | Tuesdays | 5-8 p.m.

121 S. 17th St., 215.563.5008 

Tapster Tasting Room: Nightly Deals and Events

  • Industry Night Sundays | 20% off for all restaurant/bar staff
  • King Trivia Tuesdays | 7 p.m.
  • Wine Wednesdays | $5 on all glasses of wine

1601 Sansom St.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream: Fall Pumpkin Cheesecake Milkshake 
Limited-time only | Enjoy the pumpkin cheesecake milkshake for a limited-time only. 
115 S. 18th St. and 119 S. 13th St.

Gather Round — Where to Get Your Thanksgiving Fix in Center City

If you’re not in the cooking mood, no worries, you aren’t alone. There are countless restaurants welcoming diners from far and wide on Thanksgiving Day in Center City. Whether you’re dining solo, meeting with a friend, or ordering takeout, get your turkey fix at one of the locations below. Be sure to make reservations and place orders ahead of time.

Attico: Friendsgiving | Enjoy a feast at this stylish rooftop destination welcoming groups of 8 or more for a family-style dinner overflowing with seasonal flavor. | 219 S. Broad St.

The Original Turkey: Takeout Orders | If anyone does Thanksgiving right, it’s The Original Turkey, because they serve holiday meal staples year-round. Be sure to place orders ahead of time. | Reading Terminal Market, 1136 Arch St.

Misconduct Tavern: Walk-Ins Only | Pop in for a hearty holiday meal with friends and family at this nautical-themed bar and restaurant offering two locations and a complete Thanksgiving menu. | 1511 Locust St. and 1801 John F Kennedy Blvd.

Dolce Italian: Breakfast and Dinner | If you can’t wait for dinner Dolce Italian has you covered, offering a classic breakfast buffet in the morning and then a full Thanksgiving buffet beginning at noon. | 1437 Chestnut St.

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Photo courtesy of Attico Rooftop

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