Eating Out

Philadelphia's restaurant scene was long overshadowed by New York's. However, since the city's "Restaurant Renaissance" in the 1970s, and the influx of immigrants from Asia and Africa it has become home to a number of excellent restaurants. The presence of a large student population in the city also creates a market for a number of cheap, interesting places, especially in University City (home of Drexel University and University of Pennsylvania).

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April 29, 2004 change by askpang

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Sang Kee Peking Duck House

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A modest-looking establishment on the edge of Philadelphia's Chinatown, but one of the best Chinese restaurants in the city. The food is outstanding, service is fast, and it's quite cheap. I went there regularly when I was in college, and revisit every chance I get. The restaurant was renovated a few years ago, and replaced its crowded formica-and-linoleum grittiness for something brighter and friendlier; fortunately, they didn't touch the food.

type:	general
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address:	(238) N. 9th Street
tel:	(215) 925-7532

Le Bec Fin

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Le Bec-Fin, Philadelphia’s premiere fine dining restaurant, has been providing memorable dining experiences since 1970. Chef and owner Georges Perrier created a restaurant that has become a Philadelphia landmark and an international gastronomical destination.

Le Bec-Fin has received the highest accolades in the hospitality industry. The restaurant has been a long-standing recipient of both the coveted Mobil Five Star and AAA’s Five Diamond awards.

type:	French
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tel:	(215) 567-1000
url:	www.lebecfin.com
address:	1523 Walnut Street

Pink Rose Pastry Shop

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A quiet, charming shop one block south of the bustling South Street scene.

New feedback - Overpriced for quality and size of portions. $5.50 for a tiny piece of Pumpkin Cheesecake that is stale?? Please. Pluses are that they are open late at night and there is a large selection, plus the breakfast is a good deal.

type:	Local
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address:	630 South 4th Street
tel:	(215) 592-0565

Jones

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Jones is Philly's premiere restauranteur, Stephen Starr's, restaurants. It is exquisitely decorated, and yet completely comfortable. The menu is hearty American, with items such as Chicken & Waffles, and Macaroni and Cheese. Of all Starr's restaurant, this is the most casual, with patrons comfortable in jeans. Click the url for a list of all his restaurants. I also recommend Buddakan for Japanese and El Vez for Mexican. The Continental in Olde City is also fantastic way to start a Friday in the city. (These are all more expensive than Jones, and require slightly nicer dress).

type:	American
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url:	starr-restaurant.com
address:	7th & Chestnut
PriceOfMenu:	$10-25 per person