Welcome to our guide to the most delicious and cheesy curds in Philadelphia, where we’ll take you on a journey to discover the top-rated spots in the city. From classic fried curds to innovative dishes, our guide features the highest-rated restaurants as voted by locals. So let’s dive in and explore the best cheese curds in Philly, as voted by those who know their cheese.
2024: Philadelphia Voted Fox & Son Fancy Corndogs Best Cheese Curds!
Fox & Son Fancy Corndogs
51 North 12th Street
(215) 372-7935
foxandsonphilly.com
Nostalgia and great taste are the themes at Fox & Son. Traditional corn dogs are on the menu (with what they call ‘fancy’ options available too if you feel like mixing things up), hand cut fries in various ways, and their famous, mouth watering fried cheese curds. Each dish is freshly prepared, and a huge added bonus with Fox & Son is that their entire menu is naturally 100% gluten free, with dairy and egg free batters also available, so it can usually suit most dietary requirements. If you’re tempted to pay this fancy fair food purveyor a visit, you can find them at the famous Reading Terminal Market today.
2023: Philadelphia Voted Bud & Marilyn’s Best Cheese Curds!
Bud & Marilyn’s
1234 Locust Street
(215) 546-2220
budandmarilyns.com
Chef Marcie Blaine Turney grew up in Ripon, Wisconsin. Her grandparents Blaine (better known as “Bud”) and Marilyn owned a restaurant in her hometown called The Spot. She grew up in the restaurant business sipping Shirley Temples at the bar. Bud & Marilyn’s is an homage to the restaurant she grew up in. After more than 20 years in the business she wanted to open a restaurant with a simple focus – great food and drink with genuine hospitality in the neighborhood she calls home. Her menu is American inspired and focuses on simple, well prepared comfort food.
2022: Philadelphia Voted Bud & Marilyn’s Best Cheese Curds!
Bud & Marilyn’s
1234 Locust Street
215-546-2220 – budandmarilyns.com
Chef Marcie Blaine Turney grew up in Ripon, Wisconsin. Her grandparents Blaine (better known as “Bud”) and Marilyn owned a restaurant in her hometown called The Spot. She grew up in the restaurant business sipping Shirley Temples at the bar. Bud & Marilyn’s is an homage to the restaurant she grew up in. After more than 20 years in the business she wanted to open a restaurant with a simple focus – great food and drink with genuine hospitality in the neighborhood she calls home. Her menu is American inspired and focuses on simple, well prepared comfort food.
