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

Cadence is a BYOB in Fishtown with one of the best and most affordable prix fixe menus in the city.

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.

Double Knot is an all-day cafe with a basement izakaya that serves some of the best Japanese food in the city.

Suraya is a Lebanese spot in Fishtown that’s great for a date, brunch, or a big group dinner. Honestly, it’s great for everything.

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.

Serpico on South Street is a good date spot with a nice bar and really pretty shared plates.

Southwark is a bar and restaurant in Queen Village that’s basically a 3-in-1, with a cocktail bar, a dressy dining room, and a casual back patio.

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.

Perla is a Filipino BYOB in East Passyunk where you should try the kamayan feast, or go for a casual date.

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

Alpen Rose is a small steakhouse in Midtown Village that looks like the inside of a retired Harvard professor’s personal library.