American Cuisine: 26 Restaurants Found
Smith & Wollensky
Address: 210 West Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Part of a family of steakhouses committed to quality, Smith & Wollensky is founded on a tradition of excellence. At the Philadelphia location, Executive Chef Patrick Dwyer partakes in Smith & Wollensky tradition, hand-butchering and dry aging USDA Prime beef on premises. Whether feasting on Dwyer’s steaks or opting for fresh seafood or other Smith & Wollensky classics, diners are promised an extravagant experience. The two-story restaurant, located inside the Rittenhouse Hotel, offers a classic setting paired with stunning views of Rittenhouse Square.
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Marigold Kitchen
Address: 501 South 45th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
This Spruce Hill Victorian townhouse has seen several incarnations of Marigold restaurants, starting in 1934 as the Marigold Tea Room. With rave reviews for the innovative menu, all appreciate the elegant fare that ranges from adventurous ingredients like foie gras to more standard entrees like pork chops and trout.
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The Continental
Address: 138 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
The setting is 1964, the décor sleek and retro-futuristic, and the patrons trendy and chic. This is the place to go for a martini (or two), with a raved-about selection of signature drinks ranging from the classic to the innovative. An excellent array of international tapas complements the flavorful cocktails, with such popular treats as the Lobster Mashed Potatoes and Seared Tuna with Mushroom Risotto. Whether it’s happy hour, Sunday brunch, or another night on the town, Continental is a place to see and be seen.
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Devon Seafood Grill
Address: 225 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Devon Seafood Grill offers “global aquatic cuisine,” with ingredients and flavors from all corners of the world. Chef Jitendra Gulgule serves up creative interpretations of market-fresh Pacific and Atlantic fish and shellfish, presenting both daily and seasonal specials and signature classics. An oyster bar and extensive wine cellar add to the experience, as does the comfortably elegant setting.
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Moshulu Restaurant
Address: 401 South Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19106
While it has been over a century since the Moshulu first hit the high seas, guests can board her docks right off of Philadelphia’s pier. While the still-floating tall ship might not cast off down the Delaware River, Chef Ralph Fernandez promises an adventure of another sort: the culinary kind. Inspired by the South Seas, Fernandez’s menu offers an eclectic mix of Southwestern, American, and French techniques and ingredients; dishes range from Stroganoff with Zinfandel-braised short ribs to Thai Filet Mignon & Shrimp. Whether sitting on one of the many outdoor decks enjoying views of the city, or tucked inside the elegantly appointed dining rooms, guests are sure to find one stunningly unique dining experience.
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