Dine Center City

Dine Center City

Dine Center City

Explore World-Class Dining and International Flavors

Find yourself at the center of everything you’re craving. Center City’s world-class culinary scene is the finest in the region, including James Beard Award winners and Iron Chefs. Cuisines from across the globe can be found at every turn, from Italian and Japanese to Middle Eastern and Mexican. Center City’s diverse array of eateries include more than just fine dining. Family-owned BYOBs, casual coffee shops, cocktail bars and more help to satisfy every taste. And no visit to Center City would be complete without a stop at the legendary Reading Terminal Market!

Restaurant Happenings & Events

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Aqimero

  • Night on The Avenue | Ongoing |  Your night out on the Avenue of the Arts isn’t complete without an Aqimero dining experience. Present your theater or arts event program ticket before or after a performance and receive a complimentary Traditional Margarita. Aqimero is the perfect place to begin or end your night!

  • From Boardwalk to Broad St | Wednesdays, through August 27 | 5-9 p.m. | Experience a vibrant blend of coastal flavors, signature cocktails, and a rotation of live music in celebration of The Ritz Carlton, Philadelphia’s 25th anniversary. Indulge in a curated raw bar menu featuring fresh local catches.  Reservations are encouraged. 

10 Avenue of the Arts, 215.523.8200

Bar Bombón:

  • Mas Tequila Orchestra x SIPS Block Party July 9 | 5:30 p.m.| Enjoy good food and cocktails along with live music by Philly’s Mas Tequila. Enjoy food and drink specials from 5-7 p.m. and enter for a chance to win giveaways.
  • Taco Tuesdays | Tuesdays | 4-9 p.m. | $4 mix and match plant-based tacos, $5 Tecate, and half off all tequila shots.

133 S. 18th St., 267.606.6612

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City Winery

  • Wine Tastings | Wednesday - Sunday | Enjoy our award-winning wines made on site! Remember your favorites for your next wine flight or to bring home from our wine shop. Make a reservation today.

990 Filbert Street, 267.479.7373 

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Estia: $40 Theater Menu
Nightly | Going to a show on the Avenue of the Arts? Stop into Estia ahead of time to enjoy a three-course, prix-fixe theater menu for only $40. For more details, download the menu.
1405 Locust Street, 215.735.7700

Grandma's Philly: Xtra Spicy Wednesdays
Wednesdays | 8 p.m. – Midnight | Summer is heating up in the best way. A taste of Thailand on shared and small plates at Philly’s first Thai tapas bar is heating up Wednesday evenings through the summer months where you can expect a live DJ, signature cocktails, spicy bites and bottle specials
1304 Walnut St., 215.315.9050

Fado Irish Pub: Trivia Night 
Wednesdays | 8 p.m. | Enjoy trivia night every Wednesday along with drink specials. 
1500 Locust St., 215.893.9700 

Hard Rock Cafe: Friday Night Live Music  
Fridays | 6-9 p.m. 
Join us for dinner and some great live music, featuring the best local artists. 
1113 Market St., 215.238.1000 

HipCityVeg: Shake of the Month Calendar
127 S 18th Street & 121 S Broad Street

Jasmine Rice Thai Restaurant: Lunch Specials Starting at $12 
Monday-Friday | 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Saturday-Sunday Noon - 3 p.m. | Enjoy Thai lunch specials starting as low as $12, 7-days a week. 
306 S 16th St., 215.546.0818

La Cucina at the Market: Cooking Class
Bring your friends and family for an interactive cooking class! Create memorable experiences while enjoing delicious food. Check La Cucina’s website for their full schedule of classes.
1206 Arch Street, 215.922.1170

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Lamberti Pizza & Market

  • Italian Ice is Back | Italian Water Ice is back for the summer season at Lamberti Pizza & Market! Stop by for lunch, pick-up for dinner and take home a sweet treat. All summer long you can enjoy various flavors and cool off with a classic Italian Ice! 
  • Receive 25% Off | Daily | After 4 p.m.| Before heading home, stop by Lamberti Pizza & Market daily after 4 p.m. to receive 25% your favorite Grab & Go Market items.

707 Chestnut Street, 215.454.6300

Loch Bar: Live @ Loch 
Fridays and Saturdays, through July 26
301 S. Broad St., 215.267.8272 

Lucky Strike: Night Strike Unlimited Bowling 
Sunday - Wednesday | Enjoy our $23.99 unlimited bowling Night Strike special. Sundays starting at 6 p.m. and Monday to Wednesday  starting at 8 p.m. Shoe rental is included 
1336 Chestnut Street, 215.545.2471 

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Mcgillin’s Old Ale House: Patriotic Specials 
July 2 –6 (Closed July 4) | Join us for patriotic specials like the Red White and Bleu Burger, Star Spangled Salad and the Firecracker Cooler. 
1310 Drury St., 215.735.5562 

Nabrasa Brazilian Steakhouse

  •  Your Birthday is on Us  | Ongoing | Nabrasa values your special day and would love to treat you to a complimentary meal when you dine with us during your birthday month. Just show a valid ID for the birthday offer. Reserve your table today and enjoy a Brazilian feast with 15 cuts of meat, fish, grilled pineapple, and gourmet sides. *One birthday guest per table. Drinks and  tax are not included. You must dine with a minimum of 2 people.   
  • Half off Caipirnha Tuesdays | Through September 30

1901 John F. Kenedy Blvd., 445-287-1901 

Oyster House:Shucking Classes 
Tuesdays | 2:30-3 p.m. | Get step-by-step guidance on the art of oyster shucking for $126 per couple. After a few practice oysters, the class includes 1 dozen to shuck and eat, plus 2 glasses of champagne. Classes are 30 minutes and reservations are required.
1516 Sansom Street, 215.567.7683

Parc

  • Bastille Day | July 14 | All day | Enjoy live music, family-friendly entertainment, and festive French treats. 
  • Bread Du Jour |Monday – Friday | Parc is selling new specialty bread flavors freshly baked each morning. These breads can be purchased for takeout from their walk-up bread window five days a week, Monday through Friday and are available until sold out.  

227 S.18th Street, 215.545.2262

Restaurant Aleksandar: Chef’s Tasting 
Tuesday - Saturday | 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. | Experience a 4-course Chefs tasting menu. You get to pick one cold appetizer, one hot appetizer, an entree and dessert. 
126 S. 19th Street, 215.279.7738 

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Square 1682: Weekly Specials 

  • WhINE about it Wednesdays | 5-8 p.m. | Discounted wine bottles & cellared wines by the glass with Alex Clark
  • City Wide Burger Special | Monday - Friday|  11 a.m.- 4 p.m. | Come out and try our City Wide special, a burger, beer and a shot. 

121 S. 17th St., 215.563.5008 

Tapster Tasting Room: Nightly Deals and Events

  • Industry Night Sundays | 20% off for all restaurant/bar staff
  • King Trivia Tuesdays | 7 p.m.
  • Wine Wednesdays | $5 on all glasses of wine

1601 Sansom St.

Uptown Beer Garden: Phillies Game and Food and Drink Specials 
July 4 | 1 p.m. | Head to Uptown Beer Garden on Independence day to watch the Phillies on the jumbo screen and enjoy $3 hot dogs, $6 burgers , $12 frozen daiquiris and more. 
1500 JFK Blvd., 267.639.4493 

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Van Leeuwen Ice Cream: Summer Specials and Sundaes
Enjoy new summer flavors, including strawberry yuzu cheesecake, sweet corn & blueberry jam, and mango sorbet. 
115 S. 18th St. and 119 S. 13th St.

For the Foodies: Center City Hidden Gems

You never know what restaurant you’ll discover among the countless options that make Center City the dining destination that it is. Check out the list below for a few hidden gems and give one a try on your next stroll through the city.

Frankie’s Summer Club | New pop-up bar located in a low-key courtyard of a historic building, serving natural wines and seasonal snacks | 355 S 15th St.

Malai Ice Cream | Dawing inspiration from South Asian ingredients and its founders upbringing, this ice cream shop offers up handcrafted creamy goodness. | 260 S 18th St.

The Saints | Enjoy West African cuisine with a modern twist in this Rittenhouse restaurant and lounge. | 1901 Chestnut St.

Café Walnut | This bi-level cafe offers a fusion of Korean and American breakfast and lunch options along with classic beverages. | 703 Chestnut St.

Gnocchi to Go by La Cucina at the Market | Fresh home-made pasta window serving up orders on select weekdays during the lunch hour. | 1206 Arch St.

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Let's Do Lunch, Center City

Let’s Do Lunch, Center City is a new CCD promotion that allows groups of two to enjoy two-course lunches for a discount at restaurants across Center City. Participating businesses are offering a lunch for 2 people for $30, including family-style appetizers or dessert and individual entrees. This promotion runs Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from June 24 through August 14, 2025.

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CCD SIPS

Philadelphia’s favorite happy hour tradition celebrates its 21st season this summer, offering the ultimate after-work experience. Beginning June 4 and continuing every Wednesday through August 27, more than 90 participating bars and restaurants will serve $7 cocktails, including drinks made with Hornitos® Tequila, $6 wine, $5 beer and half-priced appetizers from 5 p.m.-7 p.m.

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