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- JJohnPhiladelphia County •14 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoDelicious lunch of Nicoise Salad, chicken liver parfait , mushroom soup, and profiteroles. Lunch delicious as usual. Service very good. Bar seats full at 2pm, reservations recommended. Take out order of cheeseburger was missing the caramelized onions. Tomato and lettuce are not automatically included on burger and must be requested if desired.More infoParcPrice: Expensive• French• Rittenhouse Square•4.8
- KKarenPhiladelphia County •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoThis was my first experience at Barclay Prime. It was my son's birthday and I wanted to take him to a special place. This was very special. Both my son and I really enjoyed our experience here. The food was phenomenal, the quality and the way it was prepared were amazing. The selections were plentiful without being overwhelming and the staff were very welcoming. I felt it was well worth the money.More infoBarclay PrimePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Rittenhouse Square•4.8
- CChuckPhiladelphia County •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWow! I walked past this resto so many times, and, from the outside, it looked average. However, as soon as you walk in the front door, you know that you are some place special. The ambience is great, but, more importantly, the food was exquisite. Yes, it was expensive, but the experience was worth every penny. To start, we ordered rolls with chive butter, and, for an entrée, had pumpkin ravioli with walnuts, apples, onions, and ricotta cheese--yum! The food was so good that we decided to order dessert, an apple tartan which was equally delicious. On top of that, our server was excellent, very helpful, and friendly. You have to try this place at least once!More infoThe LovePrice: Expensive• American• Rittenhouse Square•4.8
- LLevNew York City •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoWonderful service and tasty food, a little noisy during peak lunch hours but it adds to the cozy atmosphere! I appreciated the variety of gluten free options and care towards allergiesMore infoThe DandelionPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Center City•4.7
- LLisaAtlantic City / South Jersey Shore •5 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 11, 2024Annalysse was very attentive. The food came out in a timely fashion. It was perfect temp and delicious!More infoContinental MidtownPrice: Moderate• American• Center City•4.7
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Bordered by gleaming high-rises and featuring a well-manicured park, Rittenhouse Square sits in the midst of Philly cheesesteak territory, but you'll also find neighborhood restaurants offering custom shaved-beef creations alongside lighter vegetarian options. More formal Italian cuisine is also traditional in this section of town, and it's a nod to the immigrants who came over in the 18th and 19th centuries. Here, you’ll find everything from tagliatelle, gnocchetti and exotic raviolis to veal tenderloin and polenta. If you’re hungry for a snack and the weather’s cold, consider a warm soft pretzel from a street vendor. If it’s warm, opt for a classic Italian water ice or a gelato sampler.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Rittenhouse Square include Parc, The Love and Steak 48 - Philadelphia
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Rittenhouse Square are Parc, The Love and Devon Seafood Grill - Philadelphia
Bottomless brunch in Rittenhouse Square is available at Parc, The Love and Kook Burger & Bar - Philadelphia
The most romantic restaurant in Rittenhouse Square is Parc
Restaurants in Rittenhouse Square with a great view include Parc, Devon Seafood Grill - Philadelphia and Scarpetta
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