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!

Restaurant Happenings & Events

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  • Boozy Tea | Select dates, through December 29 | This immersive event features a four-course Latin-inspired menu, offering an exciting spin on traditional teatime. With stunning crafted cocktails and rhythmic beats by DJ Eddie Tully, guests are promised a unique two-hour event like no other. Secure your spot today.
  • Endless Bubbles & Brunch | Saturdays & Sundays | 12 p.m.-3 p.m.| For just $70 per person, enjoy 4 delicious courses and an endless assortment of bubbly cocktails. Menu highlights include assorted pastries, carb & avocado toast, Mexican chocolate french toast, huevos rancheros, churros and more. Brunch is also available a la carte. Reservations are encouraged.

10 Avenue of the Arts, 215.523.8200

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Bleu Sushi Japanese Restaurant: Hello Fall! Lunch and Dinner Deals   
Daily | Stop by and enjoy a 3-course lunch for $20 or 3-course dinner for only $40.  
262 S. 10th St., 215.829.0800 

BOTLD: Meet the Maker 
October 24 | 6-8 p.m. | We're hosting our next Meet the Maker event w/ Colin Spoelman, Kings County Distillery Founder & Distiller. The ticketed experience will be held at BOTLD Midtown, our brand new cocktail bar, bottle shop & tasting room! 
117 S. 13th St.

City Food Tours: Locals’ Favorites 
Weekends | 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | For the foodies that prefer to eat like a local, this tour takes you to some of the busiest food joints that Philadelphians all know and love. Enjoy eclectic bites, sweet treats, a cheese tasting, and more! Tickets are $49.  
1.844.463.6336 

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City Tap: Weekend Brunch 
Saturdays & Sundays | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Join them every Saturday & Sunday to enjoy $5 Bloody Mary's, $5 Mimosas or a $25 Champagne Party. 
100 N 18th Street, 215.587.9040 

City Winery

  • FlipPhone Presents: Hocus Pocus Drag Brunch | October 19 | 12 p.m. | Get ready for a frighteningly fun tribute to the hit film Hocus Pocus. Join Mary, Winifred, and Sarah for a delightful Halloween themed drag brunch. The ghouls, ghosts, and witches will be dancing, twerking, and having a good time.
  • 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 

Cockatoo: Saturday Drag Brunch 
Saturdays | 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Join them for Drag Brunch with Monthly Resident Queens, guest Performers, Delicious Food & flowing Cocktails. Bottomless option available. 
208 S 13th Street, 267.324.5603 

Con Murphy’s Irish Pub: 15th Anniversary Party 
October 19 | 2-5 p.m. | Join us as we celebrate 15 years! Music and fun all day for all ages. 
1700 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., 267.687.1128 

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Del Frisco’s: Unboolievably Delicious 
October 30 – November 3 | Join us this Halloween weekend and indulge in the eerie-sistible flavors of our prix fixe menu! Enjoy a Three-Course Menu for just $60. Treat yourself! 
225 S. Broad Street, 215.309.1154 

Devon Seafood Grill: Rombauer Wine Dinner 
October 24 | 6:30 p.m. | Join us each month for select tasting events hosted by some of our favorite partners. For $135 per person, you will have a chance to partake in a four-course meal paired with a tasting of Rombauer wine with every course. A delicious way to try out exclusive items not featured on the main menu, as well a perfect date night spot! There is limited space, please call today to reserve your spot. 
225 S. 18th Street, 215.546.5940 

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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

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

  • Receive 25% Off | 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.
  • Holiday Catering | Share the joy this holiday season! Place your orders for Italian Catering from Lamberti Pizza & Market for all of your upcoming holiday celebrations.

707 Chestnut Street, 215.454.6300

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Lock Bar: A Day to Benefit Philly Fights Cancer
October 21 | 11 a.m.- 12 a.m. | Join Philly Fights Cancer at Loch Bar for a special day benefiting the organization. Dine for lunch, happy hour, or dinner from 11 AM to 12 AM, and 25% of proceeds from all diners will support Penn Medicine’s Abramson Cancer Center. Make your reservation via Open Table or call 215-267-8272. Valet parking is available from 4-10pm. 
301 South Broad Street, 215-267-8272 

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 

Maggiano’s Little Italy: $20 3-Course Carryout Lunch
Monday – Friday | Open to 3 p.m.| Never skip lunchtime again! Order a meal that will keep you fueled throughout the rest of your busy day. Choose 3 delicious options for $20. Available for carryout and delivery only.
1201 Filbert Street, 215.567.2020 

McGillin's Olde Ale House 

  • New Fall Cocktails | Stop by for seasonal cocktails like the Pumpkin Martini, Harvest Moon Mule, Hot Spiced Cider and many more.
  • Eagles Specials | Watch the Eagles on the high def & projector screen TVs at Philly's oldest bar! Also, try the Iggleteni, Philly Special  and more game day specialty offerings. 

1310 Drury Street, 215.735.5562 

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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

Restaurant Aleksandar: Chef’s Tasting 
Tuesday - Saturday | 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. | Experience a 4-course Chefs tasting menu. You get to pick one cold appetizer, one hot appetizer, an entree and dessert. 
126 S. 19th Street, 215.279.7738 

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square: Afternoon Tea “Le Goûter”  
Fridays & Saturdays | 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.| Enjoy a variety of scones, tea sandwiches, pastries and a selection of nine different teas during this French-inspired Afternoon Tea. Reservations can be made via OpenTable or by calling 215.569.8300. 
120 South 17th Street, 215.569.8300

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Square 1682: Weekly Specials 

  • Buck a Shuck & Bubbles | Tuesdays | 5-8 p.m. | Join us for a great pairing, oysters and bubbles.  
  • WhINE about it Wednesdays | 5-8 p.m. | Discounted wine bottles & cellared wines by the glass with Alex Clark
  • City Wide Burger Special | Thursdays |  11 a.m.- 3 p.m. | Come out and try our City Wide special, a burger, beer and a shot. 

121 S. 17th St., 215.563.5008 

Tapster Tasting Room: Nightly Deals and Events

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

Visit their website for more information
1601 Sansom Street

Time Restaurant: Early Evening Jazz 
Thursday through Saturday | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Throughout the week sip and dine while enjoying live laid-back Jazz music from a rotating list of special musicians each night.
1315 Sansom Street, 215.985.4800

Van Leeuwen: Fall Specials + Limited Menu Offerings 
Through November 28 | Our Fall specials are available in scoop shops for the season (while supplies last). It’s a stacked lineup filled with limited-edition deliciousness!
Various locations in Center City

Explore Center City

CCD Restaurant Week

CCD Restaurant Week returns in the fall to highlight some of the city's best and most diverse, culinary venues. Beginning September 8 through September 21, more than 100 chefs and restaurateurs will showcase their finest dishes in a prix-fixe, three course menu.
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Show Your Pride in Center City

Our top picks for LGBTQ+ restaurants, retailers and special events throughout the Center City District.
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New Retailers and Restaurants Now Open in Center City

While exploring "the Most Walkable City to Visit" according to the USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice Award contest, check out 18 recently opened retailers and restaurants that you won’t want to miss.