10 Most Expensive Restaurants in Philadelphia
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
Union 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