Splurge ideas in Philadelphia
Hand-picked spots and full nights out, from a list we keep ourselves — no tourist traps. Or text Cael and it plans and books one around her.
Our picks
Kalaya · Fitler Square · $$$
lively,impressive
“Chutatip "Nok" Suntaranon's Thai — bold, fragrant, and a genuine event without being stuffy.”
Laser Wolf · Fishtown · $$$
lively,impressive
“Israeli grill with the endless salatim spread and a rooftop feel — energetic, generous, memorable.”
Laurel · East Passyunk · $$$$
romantic,intimate
“Nicholas Elmi's 16-seat tasting menu — a real special-occasion secret vs. the obvious Center City names.”
Osteria · North Broad · $$$
lively,impressive
“Vetri's wood-fired Italian — the lombarda pizza and handmade pastas hold up. Solid impressive-not-stuffy.”
The Barnes Foundation · Parkway · $$
impressive,intimate,unique
“A world-class art collection hung salon-style — the sharper, more intimate art date than the obvious big museum.”
Vernick Fish · Center City · $$$$
impressive,refined
“Pristine seafood + a serious raw bar inside the Comcast tower — the impressive-oysters move if budget is open.”
Vernick Food & Drink · Rittenhouse · $$$$
refined,warm
“Greg Vernick's ever-perfect new-American — warm service, nothing tries too hard. Bar seats are a great solo splurge.”
Wm. Mulherin's Sons · Fishtown · $$$
romantic,cozy,impressive
“Wood-fired Italian inside an old whiskey-blending house — dim, brick, upstairs hotel bar. The best "impressive but not try-hard" date room in the city.”
Want it planned and booked?
Text Cael “Plan a splurge date in Philadelphia this weekend.” It checks what she likes, builds the night and books the table once you say yes.
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