Philadelphia is an area known for its spectacular restaurants with exceptional food and service. Aside from the larger, more well-known spots, there are a lot of hidden gems in the Philadelphia area worth finding to experience great food, atmospheres and cultures for yourself.
1. A BYOB hidden on an East Falls corner is Fiorino located at 3572 Indian Queen Ln. (215-843-1500). Here they serve excellent Northern Italian meals for lunch and dinner including pasta e fagiole, tagliatelle bolognese and veal saltimboca.
2. Spring Mill Cafe is a French BYOB that consists of multiple dining rooms for everyone to enjoy lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. This restaurant has a relaxing and causal atmosphere to enjoy other people’s company and the assortment of delicious appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, cheeses and desserts it has to offer. Located at 164 Barren Hill Rd, Conshohocken (610-828-2550).
3. Cafe Ynez brings you right to Mexico City with bold flavors in tacos, burritos and rotisserie chicken, which is served from 8 or 9 a.m. through 8 or 9 p.m. every day. This newer BYOB is located at 2025 Washington Ave. (215-278-7579).
4. Marrakesh gives you an authentic Moroccan experience in dimly-lit, incense-scented rooms where guests enjoy a three course meal of the owners homeland, even in the same way they do (without utensils). Belly dancers add to the true Moroccan experience. It’s hard to find and if you didn’t know to look for it you may never be able to find this unique spot located at 517 S. Leithgow St. (215-925-5929).
5. McGillin’s Old Ale house is the place to go for Shepherd’s pie, German Sausage and great beer. Located in a busy area, this restaurant is still tucked away at 1310 Drury St. (215-735-5562).
All of these unique and delicious restaurants are located in the Philadelphia area, nearby Judd Builders’ community, Siena Place. There are so many places to choose from for a nice night out with friends and family, even ones you would have never known to look for that could end up being the best!