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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Avondale, Philadelphia County

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1. Hilltop Crab House Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(149)
$$$$
• Seafood • Avondale
Booked 2 times today
We offer a variety of fresh seafood, daily specials and All You Can Eat options. We have live music Friday and Saturday nights as well as Trivia on Wednesday nights with great prizes for the winners! 15 High Def televisions to see all of your favorite sports. Open late every night.
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2. Sullivan's Steakhouse - Wilmington
4.5
Awesome(4593)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Wilmington
Booked 18 times today
Sullivan's Steakhouse in Wilmington, DE is definitely worth the drive. With their vibrant neighborhood American Steakhouse atmosphere, they serve the finest hand-selected steaks and fresh seafood, which reviewers describe as 'excellent', 'delicious', and 'cooked perfectly'. Not to mention, the service is consistently praised as 'superior', 'impeccable', and 'knowledgeable'. Even though it's on the pricier side, reviewers agree it's 'worth it' and that the overall experience is 'amazing'. So, if you're in the mood for a top-notch steak or seafood, Sullivan's is definitely the way to go!
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3. Back Burner Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1791)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Hockessin
Booked 11 times today
The Back Burner Restaurant has been a beloved spot in Hockessin for over 40 years, with its contemporary American cuisine interlaced with Italian and French influences. Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food, great service, and lovely environs. One reviewer said, 'The Back Burner is one of my favorite "go to" restaurants. I know that the food will be always be delicious and beautifully presented.' With its unsurpassed quality, attentive service, and a variety of seasonal selections, this restaurant is definitely worth the drive!
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4. La Fia
4.9
Exceptional(2293)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Wilmington
Booked 20 times today
Travel down historic Market Street towards the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware and you will find La Fia Bistro. La Fia is an intimate dinner destination in a historic building located on the corner of 5th and Market. Chef Dwain Kalup's menu utlizes carefully sourced ingredients reflecting the seasons, local region and local farms. The menu at La Fia features small plates, pastas and creative entrees. Our cheese and charcuterie is one of a kind and not to be missed! Due to the small size of our restaurant we allow 2 hours for guests to enjoy their dining experience. If you feel you need more time please reach out to us directly.
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5. Mendenhall Inn
4.7
Exceptional(2891)
$$$$
• American • Mendenhall
Booked 14 times today
Mendenhall Inn is a gem in the Brandywine Valley with rave reviews for its food and service. Known for its outstanding waitstaff, top-notch ambiance, and excellent daily specials, it's a place that many customers come back to. One reviewer even said it was 'always worth the drive' for their brunch!
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6. Rosalie
4.6
Exceptional(2723)
$$$$
• Italian • Wayne
Booked 51 times today
Italian Soul FoodLocated in the Wayne Hotel, Rosalie features local regional Italian cuisine prepared by Chef Merick Devine, complemented by an extensive Italian wine list and craft cocktails.
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7. Medium Rare - Philadelphia
4.3
Awesome(163)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Fishtown
Booked 15 times today
A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique, prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after check in at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed.For your convenience, there’s a paid lot located just behind us on Front Street, shared with our neighbors at Suraya.
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8. Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar
4.5
Awesome(4134)
$$$$
• Seafood • Wilmington
Booked 11 times today
Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar is a casual, upscale seafood eatery & hot spot on the river. Adjacent to the Riverwalk, Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar has become THE place for lunch, dinner, cocktails, and late night in the City of Wilmington. The chic atmosphere, fresh raw bar, award-winning crab cakes, outstanding lobsters, and other imaginatively prepared seafood, great martinis, and 50 wines by the glass are some of the keys to an exciting experience.
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9. a.kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(2446)
$$$$
• French American • Center City
Booked 58 times today
Located at 18th and Walnut, a.kitchen is a French inspired American restaurant rooted in seasonality and a deep love of wine. Led by Executive Chef Eli Collins, the menu moves from thoughtful small plates to refined lunch and dinner classics, all designed to pair beautifully with what is in your glass. Morning service features a seasonal breakfast, with weekend brunch offering a fresh take on daytime favorites.​Nationally recognized for its natural and terroir focused wine program, a.kitchen highlights iconic regions and emerging producers, with a knowledgeable team ready to guide your next pour. The bar offers a focused cocktail list and wines by the glass, making it ideal for a drink before dinner or a casual seat at the bar.​ In warmer months, enjoy sidewalk café dining with a relaxed European feel. Honored by Wine Spectator, The New York Times, Vogue, and the James Beard Foundation.
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10. Saloon Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3017)
$$$$
• Italian • South Philly
Booked 74 times today
Saloon Restaurant is a must-visit destination. It's been serving Philadelphia's finest Italian food since 1967. The ambiance, service, and food consistently receive rave reviews. The menu boasts of Italian classics like grilled octopus, dover sole, Saloon steaks, and veal chops. Reviews mention 'excellent food', 'outstanding ambiance', and 'amazing service'. Plus, it's free parking!
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    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Best of the best. Incredible experience end-to-end.
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    Fiorella Philadelphia$$$$• Italian• Bella Vista
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    4.9
  • Becky
    Philadelphia County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our food was delicious! I was able to get the gluten free pizza crust and it was a pleasure to eat--which is rare for GF pizza. Fortunately, cross contamination isn't an issue for me, so this restaurant was a great option for our group.
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    Eataly King of Prussia - La Pizza & La Pasta$$$$• Italian• King of Prussia
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    4
  • CharlesGold
    Philadelphia County •58 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Barclay Prime is my wife’s favorite restaurant and for the past six years we’ve come to celebrate her birthday and as always we’re never disappointed.
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    Barclay Prime$$$$• Steakhouse• Rittenhouse Square
    •
    4.9
  • Kiran
    Miami - Dade •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    ABSOLUTELY delicious. Everything was wonderful. Special shoutout for the crispy duck confit. And the cocktails.
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    La Fia$$$$• Farm-to-table• Wilmington
    •
    4.9
  • Andrew
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We've always had great experiences at Bank's and ,this time, as we were celebrated our daughter's college graduation, the team most certainly did not disappoint. The raw bar selections were fresh and delicious. The ceviche sampler was impeccable. The Maryland Crab Soup was fantastic. And the crabcakes were superb. Mandy was an attentive server and, when the second round of drinks got delayed due to the bar, she stayed in front of the issue by twice keeping us informed that they were in production. She's a true pro. Even the manager checked in on us at one point after our meals were delivered. Clearly, it's an operation that values its guests' experience. Thank you for making a special occasion truly memorable!
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    Banks' Seafood Kitchen & Raw Bar$$$$• Seafood• Wilmington
    •
    4.5

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