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Philadelphia Best Value Restaurants


Looking for a steal of a meal? For a gourmet experience that won't break the bank, check out these Best Value Restaurants in Philadelphia that give the most bang for the buck, including fine destinations where one can dine well for a reasonable price.

Amada Tapas
15/20
Dining Room at Amada, Philadelphia, PA 217 Chestnut St., #219
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-625-2450
Real deal tapas from Philadelphia's Iron Chef. More...

Bar 210 American
13/20
The Rittenhouse
210 W. Rittenhouse Sq.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-546-9000
Sexy Bar 210 drips with style and glam. More...

Bistro 7 American
14/20
7 N. Third St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-931-1560
Stylish Old City bistro employs farm-fresh organic products for its eclectic fare. More...

Caffe Casta Diva Italian
13/20
227 S. 20th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-496-9677
Enjoy simple, well-made Italian food and an opera soundtrack near Rittenhouse Square. More...

Caribbean Delight Caribbean
11/20
1124 South St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-829-1030
Island spice on South Street. More...

Cedars Middle Eastern
13/20
616 S. 2nd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-925-4950
Affordable, friendly Middle Eastern restaurant is a step up from the usual. More...

Davio's Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Davio Provident Bank Building
111 S. 17th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-563-4810
Steaks pair with Italian innovation to make Davio's a Rittenhouse Square fave. More...

Dim Sum Garden Chinese
12/20
59 N. 11th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-627-0218
Bargain dumpling house offers a sure thing from Shanghai. More...

Dmitri's Greek
13/20
795 S. 3rd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-625-0556
Tiny Greek hideaway in Queen Village. More...

Effie's Greek
12/20
1127 Pine St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-592-8333
Authentic Greek hospitality and food in a tiny mid-town taverna. More...

Famous 4th Street Delicatessen Deli
Quick Bite
700 S. 4th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-922-3274
A Jewish deli tradition for matzoh ball soup, pastrami sandwiches and much more. More...

Fork American
15/20
306 Market St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-625-9425
Ingredient-driven, seasonal American cuisine from executive chef Terence Feury. More...

Fu-Wah Mini Market Deli
Quick Bite
810 S. 47th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19143
215-729-2993
Lai family mini-mart and tofu hoagies in West Philly. More...

Jamaican Jerk Hut Jamaican
11/20
1436 South St.
Philadelphia, PA 19146
215-545-8644
Jamaican fare at a sunny South Street spot. More...

La Creperie Cafe Crêpes
11/20
1722 Sansom St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-564-6460
Crêpes are still going strong at this charming little spot. More...

London Grill American
12/20
Dining Room at London Grill, Philadelphia, PA 2301 Fairmount Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19130
215-978-4545
Busy neighborhood spot with wide-ranging, modern menu. More...

Marigold Kitchen American
14/20
501 S. 45th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-222-3699
Modern American-eclectic cuisine shines in University City. More...

Marra's Italian
11/20
1734 E. Passyunk Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19148
215-463-9249
A slice of old-world Italy in South Philly. More...

Meritage Global
14/20
500 S. 20th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19146
215-985-1922
Meritage has received a sunny, airy update. More...

Monsu Italian
14/20
901 Christian St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-440-0495
Monsu brings the flavors of Sicily to Italian Market---and don't forget the cash. More...

Morning Glory Diner Diner
12/20
735 S. Tenth St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-413-3999
Flower boxes and the smell of breakfast welcome you to this upscale diner on the fringe of South Philly. More...

Murray's Restaurant & Delicatessen Deli
10/20
285-87 Montgomery Ave.
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
610-664-6995
Jewish deli slices terrific corned beef in the Main Line. More...

Nam Phuong Vietnamese
13/20
1110 Washington Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-468-0410
No frills Vietnamese restaurant for authentic pho and beyond. More...

XIX Nineteen Restaurant American
16/20
Dining Room at XIX Nineteen Restaurant, Philadelphia, PA Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue
200 S. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-790-1919
Stellar views and fresh seafood reach new heights at Nineteen. More...

Percy Street Barbecue Barbecue
12/20
900 South St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-625-8510
Percy Street brings barbecue to South Street. More...

Pho 75 Vietnamese
12/20
823 Adams Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19124
215-743-8845
Eat Vietnam’s favorite noodle soup for breakfast, lunch or dinner. More...

Ponzio's Italian
12/20
7 W. Rte. 70
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
856-428-4808
From business breakfasts through ladies lunching, to family dinners and late night travelers---the traffic never stops. More...

Prime Rib Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Prime Rib, Philadelphia, PA The Warwick Hotel
1701 Locust St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-772-1701
Old-school glam meets better-than-average steakhouse. More...

Pumpkin New American
14/20
1713 South St.
Philadelphia, PA 19146
215-545-4448
Pumpkin is lighting up the night with charm and tasty food. More...

Sampan Asian
14/20
Dining Room at Sampan, Philadelphia, PA 124 S. 13th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-732-3501
Exotic Asian nibbles from chef Michael Schulson. More...

Seafood Unlimited Seafood
11/20
270 S. 20th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-732-3663
Market fresh seafood any way you like it. More...

South Street Souvlaki Greek
11/20
509 South St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-925-3026
Dependable gyros and Greek fare in the heart of South Street. More...

Supper New American
14/20
Dining Room at Supper, Philadelphia, PA 926 South St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-592-8180
Urban farmhouse serving stylish cuisine. More...

Table 31 Steakhouse
14/20
Comcast Center
1701 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-567-7111
Traditional steakhouse cuisine meets modern Italian. More...

The Cafe at 2011 Walnut Street American
12/20
2011 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-568-5603
Comfort food at bargain prices reigns at this Rittenhouse Square eatery. More...

Tinto Spanish
14/20
Dining Room at Tinto, Philadelphia, PA 114 S. 20th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-665-9150
Inspired tapas, Basque-style, from Amada’s Jose Garces. More...

Villa di Roma Italian
13/20
936 S. Ninth St., #36
Philadelphia, PA 19147
212-592-1295
Villa di Roma throbs with life and gallons of red sauce. More...

Zahav Israeli
14/20
Dining Room at Zahav, Philadelphia, PA 237 Saint James Pl.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-625-8800
Zahav is a shining example of modern Israeli cooking. More...

 

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