Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia Restaurants

Oyster House is Philadelphia's premier seafood restaurant serving updated fish house classics with a modern fresh taste. Philadelphia's largest and most extensive raw bar can be enjoyed by all while slurping down the finest oysters and clams both coasts have to offer.

A Belgium brasserie. Monk's Café prides itself on an astonishing selection of fine beers culled from breweries large and small throughout the world and 25 Belgium beers on tap.  Use their Beer Bible as a guide to assist you in selecting a beer to fit your palate. If you think that you don't like beer, then you have never really tasted quality beer. If you are a Bordeaux drinker, they have beer for you. If you like Port, they have beer for you. If you enjoy scotch whiskey, they have beer for you. And if you already love great beer, you have found beer heaven!

London's culinary revolution comes to Philadelphia with this eclectic English pub. Cozy rooms and intimate bars create a storied, Old World aura, while updated seasonal takes on British food make up the menu. In keeping with tradition, cask and tap craft beers are always rotating, a proper afternoon tea service has a sweet and savory menu, and classic family-style roasts are served on Sundays.

Irish owned and operated since it was opened in October 1995, was conceived as an authentic Irish bar and restaurant. It has the look of a real Irish bar, the food has strong Irish influences and many of the staff are Irish. It quickly became one of Philadelphia’s most popular and respected bars winning much critical acclaim. Over the years many, many famous people have been guests there. However it is the loyal, regular customers who have made The Bards a success and allowed it – through its longevity – to become a much loved part of Philadelphia life

Featuring three floors, including a rooftop dining and lounge area, Continental Midtown is a great place to check out the always-stylish Rittenhouse Square crowd.  The menu delivers creative tapas to the young and fabulous.  Accompanying the eclectic cuisine is an extensive martini list that boasts several interesting combinations (and even more interesting names) that will surely satisfy any taste.  The rooftop lounge is Mid-town’s pièce de résistance.

Excite your taste buds with a quick, inexpensive meal of authentic Thai fare at this BYOB restaurant. Lovely and polite service is the norm at Erawan.

The feel of this well-worn diner transports guests to the streets of Mexico. With home-style cuisine from Puebla to Veracruz, indigenous ingredients are showcased in traditional dishes such as ceviches, tortas, and enchiladas. Salty margaritas, a host of craft tequilas and imported cervezas round out the offerings at this local cantina.

Was a landmark cafe located on Piazza Duomo in the capital city of the Abruzzo region. In 2007 Gran Caffe L’Aquila won cafe of the year for all of Italy, but was then tragically damaged in the devastating earthquake of 2009 which destroyed the city. In 2012 the original owners Stefano Biasini (Gelato Champion of Italy) and Michele Morelli (Award winning Italian Coffee Roaster) met Local restauranteur an award winning Riccardo Longo which led to the rebirth of one of Italy’s most beloved cafes in Philadelphia.

Pronounced f’doe, is a favorite of Irish pubs in Rittenhouse Square.  The term meaning ‘long ago’. It’s often used to start a story (the equivalent of ‘once upon a time’ ). Fadó tells the story of Ireland’s evolving Pub culture.Yes, you’ll get great Guinness and Fish and Chips at the pubs in Dublin, but today you will also get from-scratch cooking and seasonal food menus, craft beers from local breweries and quality, house-made cocktails.

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J’aime is Bastien’s dream !

J’aime means « love » in french. This is how every pastry is made, with love. By coming to J’aime French Bakery, you will enter into a cozy and chic atmosphere, where everyone is welcome to share a dessert, small dish or beverage.