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10 Most Expensive Restaurants in Philadelphia

  • Dani Peters
  • November 30, 2011

Philadelphia will always be the home to America’s most popular cheese steaks. But it isn’t only cheese steaks that are making waves in the city. Haute cuisine has infiltrated Philadelphia and in turn so have some pretty pricey restaurants. If you happen to hit the lotto, these are some restaurants you may want to celebrate at:

Vetri – 1312 Spruce Street  Philadelphia, PA

Chef Marc Vetri took over the townhouse that was once the home of the legendary Le Bec Fin and soon became lauded over his cuisine.  The restaurant is known for its handmade pastas and delicious sauces. Better make your reservations and get your wallet ready. Vetri only seats 20 and  a chef’s tasting menu costs $155 per person.

Executive Chef: Marc Vetri

Average Check Price: $250

Most Expensive Dish: Chef’s Tasting Menu

Price: $155

Hours of Operation:

Monday 6:00″9:30 pm
Tuesday 6:00″9:30 pm
Wednesday 6:00″9:30 pm
Thursday 6:00″9:30 pm
Friday 6:00″9:30 pm
Saturday 6:00″9:30 pm
Sunday Closed

Fountain Restaurant – 1 Logan Square  Philadelphia, PA

The views of the stunning bronzes of the Swann Memorial Fountain are priceless. They could be one of the reasons for this restaurant’s high price tags. The restaurant is known for its fresh seafood dishes, and outstanding game and beef, all with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients.

Executive Chef: Rafael Gonzalez

Average Check Price: $200

Most Expensive Dish: Chef’s Tasting Menu with Wine

Price: $190

Hours of Operation

Monday 6:30 am ” 2:00 pm
Tuesday 6:30 am ” 2:00 pm, 5:30″9:30 pm
Wednesday 6:30 am ” 2:00 pm, 5:30″9:30 pm
Thursday 6:30 am ” 2:00 pm, 5:30″9:30 pm
Friday 6:30 am ” 2:00 pm, 5:30″9:30 pm
Saturday 5:30″9:30 pm
Sunday 6:30 am ” 12:00 pm

10 Arts Bistro & Lounge – 10 Avenue of the Arts  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

10 Arts Chef de Cuisine Nathan Volz has created an American comfort cuisine that is not just comforting, but elegant. The restaurant is known for its hand-crafted cocktails, seasonal and local ingredients, and its gorgeous venue.

Executive Chef: Nathan Volz

Average Check Price: $190

Most Expensive Dish: Tasting Menu with Wine Pairing

Price: $95

Hours of Operation:

Mon: 6:30 am – 11:00 am, 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Tue – Fri: 6:30 am – 2:00 pm, 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Sat: 7:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Sun: 7:00 am – 12:00 pm

 

Lec Bec Fin – 1523 Walnut Street  Philadelphia, PA 

French Restaurant Le Bec-Fin lived in Philly from 1970 until 2013 when owner and founder Georges Perrier sold it to a former manager, Nicolas Fanucci who has since re-opened it. The restaurant was hailed as America’s finest French restaurant, and the Mobil Travel Guide habitually gave it five stars. It now offers  a four or eight course prix-fixe menu at dinner (three and five courses at lunch).

Executive Chef: Georges Perrier

Average Check Price: $250

Most Expensive Dish: Dinner Tasting

Price: $150

Hours of Operation:

Mon – Fri: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm, 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sat: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Amada – Chestnut Street  Philadelphia, PA 

James Beard Foundation’s “Best Chef, Mid-Atlantic”Jose Garces brings a touch of Spain to Philadelphia at Amada. He utilizes avant-garde techniques to create dishes that are not only flavorful, but incredibly sophisticated.

Executive Chef: Jose Garces

Average Check Price: $105

Most Expensive Dish: Cochinillo Asado (whole)

Price: $450

Hours of Operation:

Monday 11:30 am ” 2:30 pm, 5:00″10:00 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am ” 2:30 pm, 5:00″10:00 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am ” 2:30 pm, 5:00″10:00 pm
Thursday 11:30 am ” 2:30 pm, 5:00″10:00 pm
Friday 11:30 am ” 2:30 pm, 5:00″11:00 pm
Saturday 11:30 am ” 2:30 pm, 5:00″11:00 pm
Sunday 11:30 am ” 2:30 pm, 5:00″10:00 pm

Morimoto – 723 Chestnut Street  Philadelphia, PA 

When you have Iron Chef Morimoto as the master behind the sushi table, you can expect to pay a bit more. Great fish, a gorgeous interior, and a price to match.

Executive Chef: Masaharu Morimoto

Average Check Price: $131

Most Expensive Dish: Morimoto Omakase

Price: $120

Hours of Operation

Monday 11:30 am ” 2:00 pm, 5:00″10:00 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am ” 2:00 pm, 5:00″10:00 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am ” 2:00 pm, 5:00″10:00 pm
Thursday 11:30 am ” 2:00 pm, 5:00″10:00 pm
Friday 11:30 am ” 2:00 pm, 5:00 pm ” 12:00 am
Saturday 5:00 pm ” 12:00 am
Sunday 5:00″10:00 pm

Barclay Prime – 237 South 18th Street  Philadelphia, PA

Got an expense account and a client to impress? This luxury boutique steakhouse is the spot. On a serious note, they make some insanely delicious steaks.

Executive Chef: James LoCascio

Average Check Price: $140

Most Expensive Dish: Wagyu Ribeye & Foie Gras Cheesesteak

Price: $100

Hours of Operation

Monday 5:00″10:00 pm
Tuesday 5:00″10:00 pm
Wednesday 5:00″10:00 pm
Thursday 5:00″10:00 pm
Friday 5:00″11:00 pm
Saturday 5:00″11:00 pm
Sunday 5:00″10:00 pm

Talula’s Table – 102 West State Street  Kennett Square, PA 

A menu that changes daily, dishes made in small batches using only the highest quality local, natural, and exotic ingredients. They say you get what you pay for, and what you get here is quality.

Executive Chef: Chris D’Ambro

Average Check Price: $140

Most Expensive Dish: Eight-Course Chef’s Tasting Menu

Price: $105

Hours of Operation

Monday 5:00″10:00 pm
Tuesday 5:00″10:00 pm
Wednesday 5:00″10:00 pm
Thursday 5:00″10:00 pm
Friday 5:00″11:00 pm
Saturday 5:00″11:00 pm
Sunday 5:00″10:00 pm

Osteria – 640 North Broad Street  Philadelphia, PA

Mark Vetri must know what he is doing, because along with Chef Jeffrey Michaud, they’ve managed to win James Beard Awards and made Osteria one of PA’s most loved restaurant.

Executive Chef: Jeffrey Michaud

Average Check Price: $110

Most Expensive Dish: Creekstone Farm Dry-Aged Ribeye

Price: $50

Hours of Operation

Monday 5:00″10:00 pm
Tuesday 5:00″10:00 pm
Wednesday 5:00″10:00 pm
Thursday 11:30 am ” 10:00 pm
Friday 11:30 am ” 11:00 pm
Saturday 5:00″11:00 pm
Sunday 5:00″10:00 pm

10 Most Expensive Restaurants in PhiladelphiaUnion Trust – 717 Chestnut Street  Philadelphia, PA – Closed

This was one of Philadelphia’s most expensive restaurants, but it did not make it through. They sadly declared bankruptcy. Maybe they’ll come back…but then again…

Executive Chef: Quincy Logan

Average Check Price: $162

Most Expensive Dish: Shellfish Ultimate Tower

Price: $95

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