Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Philadelphia County

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Philadelphia County? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

La Llorona Cantina Mexicana

5.0

5 (207)

$30 and under

Mexican

South Philly

About the restaurant

We look forward to having you dine with us and enjoy a memorable time filled with authentic Mexican Cuisine and finely crafted Cocktails. Brunch is served Saturdays & Sundays 11am to 3pm. Happy Hour : Tuesday - Friday 4pm to 7pm

Top review

rhonda

Dined 2 days ago

My daughter has her 1 year wedding anniversary coming up. During my reservation requested I mentioned this. They were absolutely so wonderful to us. We had a table of five. They took extreme care, gave them a special desert with one candle (for the 1 year) and wrote on the plate. The food was wonderful & everyone was thrilled. Thank you again. Rhonda

637 Philly Sushi Club

5.0

5 (10)

$50 and over

Japanese

Northern Liberties

About the restaurant

637 Philly Sushi Club is an exclusive Omakase restaurant nestled in the heart of Philadelphia's Northern Liberties Neighborhood. Headed by Chef Kevin Yanaga, AKA "Philly Sushi Whisperer" our Omakase is hidden behind a secret door in a bookshelf. This intimate dining experience offers just eight seats per seating, creating a speakeasy-like atmosphere. Guests are treated to a meticulously crafted multi-course meal featuring over 20 pieces of sushi, each prepared with the freshest ingredients. With its unique blend of mystery and gourmet excellence 637 Philly Sushi Club offers an unforgettable culinary adventure. At the moment, we can not accommodate allergies and or modifications as all courses are prepared the way Chef intends on serving them.

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Chelsea

Dined on Apr 4, 2025

This was the best experience we’ve ever had. Chef Kevin was amazing and the omakase was out of this world. The speakeasy aspect of it being beyond a bookcase only added to the experience and made it that much cooler. My husband said it was the best birthday dinner!

La Sera Italiana

4.9

4.9 (122)

$30 and under

Italian

Center City

About the restaurant

BISTRO BYOB

In the bustling heart of South Street, Philadelphia, our Italian restaurant offers a dining experience steeped in tradition and passion.Under the expert guidance of Executive Chef Albert, every dish on our menu celebrates the authentic flavors of Italy, starting with our signature homemade spaghetti carbonara—a creamy, decadent favorite crafted with the finest ingredients. Pair your meal with one of our irresistible, freshly made desserts, from velvety tiramisu to other sweet delights, each prepared with care and precision.

As a BYOB establishment, we invite you to bring your favorite bottle of wine to elevate your meal, creating a personalized and memorable dining experience. Whether you're joining us for a romantic dinner, a gathering with friends, or a celebration, you'll be welcomed with warm hospitality in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Step into our little corner of Italy, where every bite tells a story, every meal is made with love, and every visit is unforgettable

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AlanVIP

Dined 2 days ago

What a great find. The food was delicious and plentiful. The service was excellent. We will be back real soon

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4.8

4.8 (626)

$30 and under

Japanese

Center City

About the restaurant

Welcome To Bleu Sushi Japanese Restaurant!

Bleu Sushi brings the rich culinary arts of Japan right to Center City, Philadelphia. Recognized as being a premier BYOB restaurant with the best sushi in Philly, Bleu Sushi gives a fresh take on Japanese cuisine. No wonder customers everywhere have deemed Bleu Sushi the best sushi in town. Furthermore, we are constantly thinking of new food and ideas at Bleu Sushi, thats where the Bleu Bot comes into play. We want to enhance our customers contact-less pick-up experience during the pandemic while implementing a little humor. With that said, our mechanical robotic arm and our outdoor dining patio are all here, ready to serve our beloved clienteles.

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JeNae

Dined on Mar 30, 2025

Food was tasty and came out quick. Server was very attentive.

Frankie's Fellini Cafe - Berwyn

4.8

4.8 (958)

$30 and under

Italian

Main Line

About the restaurant

Frankie's Fellini Cafe is a casual neighborhood find. The menu is filled with authentic Italian dishes from Veal Chop Milanese to Linguini with Clam Sauce. Everything is made fresh from scratch. Chef Frank Chiavaroli, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, creates all the recipes, shops daily at the market for the freshest ingredients, and greets you at the door.

The cafe is BYOB. At Frankie's Fellini Cafe you can always enjoy your favorite wine or beer with our delicious meals without a corking fee.

Frankie's Fellini Cafe is open daily for lunch and dinner.

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Rose MVIP

Dined 3 days ago

A wonderful dining experience. The staff is friendly and very accommodating. I love this restaurant.

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Popular dish

Tortellini Bolognese

L'Anima

4.8

4.8 (814)

$31 to $50

Italian

South Philly

About the restaurant

L'anima is a place to meet with friends and family, where you can enjoy authentic Roman food in a contemporary atmosphere. Our experienced team will treat you like family, at the same time serve you beautifully executed dishes. On warm evenings dine in our large courtyard and on chilly nights join us in our warm dining room. We are a BYOB so bring your favorite spirits and enjoy a memorable meal.

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JessicaVIP

Dined on Apr 10, 2025

Came here for a casual night out and it was delicious! The pasta is made in house and al dente. They had some really interesting specials including squid ink pasta with tuna and breadcrumbs. I loved the cacio e pepe. Will definitely be back!

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Popular dish

Potato Gnocchi

Burrata

4.8

4.8 (1329)

$30 and under

Italian

South Philly

About the restaurant

Burrata is the creation of Dejvi Furxhi. This Italian BYOB, located in the heart of Passyunk, serves authentic Italian cuisine with a modern twist. Burrata offers diners 2 and 4-top tables lit with tea light candles - perfect for a cozy date night or dinner with friends and family.
Experience the best and freshest produce, never frozen and cooked-to-order, with our homemade pasta dishes, seafood selections, and nightly specials.
Do not forget to BYOB your fave wine, Rose or Prosecco.
And make sure to end the night with something sweet from our "impossible-to-pass on" desserts. Make your reservation today!

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MeganVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Always the best food and atmosphere! And the staff is wonderful

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4.7

4.7 (663)

$30 and under

Italian

Center City

About the restaurant

Bistro La Baia, meaning "The Bay" in Italian, is a casual neighborhood restaurant serving delicious homemade traditional and creative Italian/Mediterranean dishes.
With a light and inviting ambiance and a wonderful outdoor seating, this BYOB restaurant is great for any occasion.
Buon appetito!

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Amanda

Dined 5 days ago

Adorable place with great service! Food was delicious, tasted like homemade!

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4.7

4.7 (531)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

South Philly

About the restaurant

Moonshine is a craft beer restaurant located in the heart of the Pennsport section of South Philadelphia. We focus on a fresh menu and a friendly atmosphere. With over 10 crafts on draught, a wide variety of bottled and canned beer, multiple selections of wine, and a menu consisting of old classics with a twist and some unique creations, Moonshine is sure to please any palate.

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Michael

Dined 3 days ago

Great place with great food, large outdoor seating area which is nice in time for summer

Lore

4.7

4.7 (119)

$31 to $50

Italian

Middletown

About the restaurant

Newly renovated restaurant is NOW OPEN! Stunning, (soon to be) award-winning, artisan Woodfire restaurant nestled within the St. Anne’s Club in Middletown, Delaware.
Italian and Mediterranean fusion wood fire-kitchen with craft cocktail bar that combines locally-inspired, fresh, and creative food with refined artisan cocktails derived from only the highest quality ingredients.
Expect high-quality food in a comfortable atmosphere, ambiance, and polished staff, striving to create a sense of ‘place’ and provide a great experience to all of our guests.

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DianeVIP

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

Lore has a new menu that is a must try! We had the tuna appetizer which was the best I've ever had. For dinner we had the meatloaf and the chicken picatta. Both were so delicious and perfectly prepared. We can't wait to go back and try more of the new menu items.

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