With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.
compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Philadelphia using rankings from . Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.
Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list鈥攁nd to see which spots you haven't been to yet.
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#30. Sampan
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (538 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 124 South 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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#29. Amada
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,236 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Spanish, Catalan
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 217-219 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2812
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#28. Ocean Prime
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (356 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 124 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
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#27. Tinto
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (510 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Spanish
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 114 S 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-4451
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#26. Honey's Sit n' Eat
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (278 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 800 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123-2207
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#25. Oyster House
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (913 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1516 Sansom St Fl 1, Philadelphia, PA 19102-2811
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#24. Estia
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (794 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, Greek
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1405-07 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102-3807
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#23. Famous 4th Street Delicatessen
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (381 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Deli
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 700 S 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147-3102
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#22. Sabrina's Cafe
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (453 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1804 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA 19130-4319
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#21. Parc Brasserie
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#20. Sabrina's Cafe
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (830 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 910 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19147-3808
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#19. Morimoto
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,002 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Japanese, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 723 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2301
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#18. Barclay Prime
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (491 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 237 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-6161
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#17. The Dandelion
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,286 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 124 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-4901
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#16. Tria Cafe Rittenhouse
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (430 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 123 S 18th St at Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5126
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#15. Lacroix at The Rittenhouse
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (437 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, Contemporary
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 210 W Rittenhouse Sq Rittenhouse Hotel, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5726
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#14. Butcher and Singer
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (855 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1500 Walnut St Ste M101, Philadelphia, PA 19102-3523
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#13. Zahav
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,669 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Israeli
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 237 St. James Place, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3936
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#12. Gran Caffe L'Aquila
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (777 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1716 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-5132
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#11. Vetri Cucina
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (366 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1312 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-5885
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#10. Vedge
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (732 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Healthy
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1221 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-5572
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#9. Dutch Eating Place
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (515 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Dutch
- Price: $
- Address: 1136 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-2956
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#8. Talula's Garden
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,446 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 210 W Washington Sq, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3514
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#7. Vernick Food & Drink
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (825 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2031 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103-4493
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#6. The Couch Tomato Cafe & Bistro, Manayunk
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (529 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 102 Rector St 1st Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19127
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#5. Terakawa Ramen
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (193 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Japanese, Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 204 N 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107-1813
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#4. The Victor Cafe
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (752 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1303 Dickinson St, Philadelphia, PA 19147-6213
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#3. Bistro Romano
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (675 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 120 Lombard St Society Hill, Philadelphia, PA 19147-1602
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#2. Cafe La Maude
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (184 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Lebanese, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 816 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123-2271
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