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

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

The Bread Room 

  • Bodega Bakes with Guest Pastry Chef Paola Velez | March 8 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | The Bread Room welcomes Paola Vélez — award-winning pastry chef, activist, and author of Bodega Bakes. Her debut cookbook is a love letter to her Dominican heritage and New York City roots, featuring more than 100 recipes that celebrate the flavors, textures, and memories of a life shaped by both family and food. 

  • Become Your Own Pizzaiolo | March 12 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Join us and fellow pizza enthusiasts as we take a deep dive into the process of making dough, shaping pies, and baking pizzas. Budding pizzaiolos will have the opportunity to create their own pizzas as well as learn first-hand from our expert instructors. 

834 Chestnut St., 215.419.5820 

Butcher Bar: Top It Off Brunch
Saturdays and Sundays | 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Join us for weekend brunch with a live DJ and mimosas, margaritas, and bloodies for $28 (120 oz max, 90-minute seating). Delicious food, great vibes, and the perfect brunch party in Philly!  
2034 Chestnut St., 215.563.6328 

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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 

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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 St.

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

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 

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 

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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

The Philly Coffee Tour 
March 14 | 11a.m. and 2 p.m. | Join us as we sip our way through Rittenhouse Square enjoying some of the best unique and tasty flavors Philly's coffee scene has to offer! 
1800 Walnut St.

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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 Philly: Paint your Partner Challenge Sip N’ Paint 
March 5 | 7 p.m. | In this interactive partner painting experience, guests will be guided step-by-step on how to paint their partner’s facial features, resulting in a one-of-a-kind portrait filled with personality and charm.
1601 Sansom St.

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