Vetri is expensive, completely over the top, and possibly the best restaurant in Philadelphia.

Vernick is one of the best restaurants in Philly, with a formal dining room upstairs and a more casual bar below.

Zahav is an Israeli restaurant in Old City/Society Hill that’s become a Philly institution.

Laurel is a tasting menu spot in East Passyunk that’s perfect for celebrating something big.

Friday Saturday Sunday is a two-level American restaurant in Rittenhouse with a great bar that’s perfect for a night out with a few friends.

As long as you’re prepared to spend a lot, go to Barclay Prime for the best steaks in Philly.

Townsend is a little French place in East Passyunk that’s perfect for a fourth or 15th date.

Fork is a big, seasonal American spot in Old City where you should go for a celebratory group dinner.

High Street on Market in Old City is a bakery/restaurant that works for just about any time of day.

Morimoto is a sushi place in Old City that’s super expensive, so you should save it for a special occasion or when someone else is paying.

Butcher & Singer is a steakhouse in Center City where you should go when someone else is picking up the tab.

When you want to eat a steak inside of a bank vault, go to Del Frisco’s.

The Center City location of Davio’s is the original one, and it’s a mix between a fancy Italian restaurant and a kitschy steakhouse.

Dock’s is a fancy seafood spot in Atlantic City that’s good for special occasions.

Stefano’s is a fine-dining, BYOB spot on Long Beach Island where you can get great Italian or seafood, or both.

The Gables is the fanciest spot on Long Beach Island, and the attractive space in a 19th century bed and breakfast is great for special occasions.