2023: Philadelphia Voted Dolce Italian Best Italian Restaurant!
Dolce Italian
1437 Chestnut Street
(215) 608-3000 – dolceitalianrestaurant.com
Whether you’re after a breakfast bite or a luxurious dinner, Dolce offers an authentic Italian menu served all day. The aesthetic of the restaurant is a vibrant blanket of Italian nostalgia, harnessing the passionate flavors of the 1960’s and blending them with a modern ambience which comes through in their food. The restaurant also has both private and semi-private spaces that include a bar and three dining areas suitable for any occasion. Whether it’s an intimate dinner or a larger occasion, the Dolce events team goes above and beyond to accommodate your needs and ensure you and your party get a true taste of Italian cuisine right in the heart of Philadelphia.
2022: Philadelphia Voted Osteria Best Italian Restaurant!
Osteria
640 N Broad Street
(215) 763-0920 – osteriaphilly.com
Osteria began reimagining the American restaurant in 2007. James Beard Award-winning Chef Jeff Michaud reinterprets Northern Italian cuisine at its highest level, crafting seasonal menus including homemade pastas, thin-crust pizzas, and wood-grilled meats, accompanied by a rustic setting. Since its opening, Osteria has received critical acclaim for its sophisticated yet uncomplicated approach to Italian food. Complete with a wine cellar boasting a selection of over 400 wines, Osteria is located in a former garment factory and offers three different private rooms and multiple event packages. Visit Osteria to try their family-style approach and signature dishes, including the Lombarda pizza with baked egg, bitto cheese, mozzarella, and cotechino sausage and chicken liver rigatoni with cipollini onions and sage!
2021: Philadelphia Voted Cry Baby Pasta Best Italian Restaurant!
Cry Baby Pasta
627 S 3rd St
(267) 534-3076 – crybabypasta.com
Family, friends or dates enjoy hunkering down to a cozy Italian eatery. Cry Baby Pasta in Queens Village elevates mealtime with amazing food and friendly employees. A sweet, jovial and attentive staff make your time enjoyable. The vibe is casual and inviting and the servers are eager to point out some great dishes. Most are Instagram-worthy and probably memorable for when you are asked to recommend a neighborhood eatery!