Philadelphia has a booming food scene.
From nationally recognized restaurants with award-winning chefs to local favorites, there’s something to excite every palate.
From beloved chefs and restaurants reinventing themselves, to cutting-edge dining experiences, there’s a lot to get excited about eating in Philadelphia today. Condé Nast Traveler included Laser Wolf — an Israeli grill from the team behind the acclaimed Zahav — on its 2021 Hot List, naming the eatery as one of the best new restaurants in the world. The city’s dining scene continues to wow in 2022, with national recognition for Cristina Martinez of South Philly Barbacoa who won the 2022 James Beard Award for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic (DC, DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA). Jesse Ito of Royal Izakaya and Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranon of Kalaya Thai Kitchen were also 2022 James Beard Award Best Chef finalists. And Ellen Yin of High Street Hospitality Group is a James Beard Award finalist for Outstanding Restaurateur this year. Plus, Little Nonna’s and Vetri Cucina appeared on Thrillist’s list of 34 Best Italian Restaurants in America.
Our beloved Reading Terminal Market — one of the largest and oldest public markets in the U.S. — was just voted the best public market in the nation in 2022 by USA Today’s 10Best. Adjacent to the Pennsylvania Convention Center and with more than 80 independent merchants under one roof, including 26 restaurants, the market is a must-see for foodies looking to sample a taste of Philadelphia, including our renowned cheesesteaks!
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For a true “local” taste of Philadelphia, be sure to visit one of the city’s many farmers markets.
At each, you will find meat and produce sourced from farms and orchards in Philadelphia’s surrounding counties in addition to crafts, art, and other delicacies made within the city.
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