We visit Philly every year just before xmas to celebrate our wedding anniversary, meet up with friends, and catch the occasional Flyers game (like this time ).
Favorites so far have been: Vernick, Friday Saturday Sunday, Morimoto, the now closed Fond, Kalaya (which I know has moved to Fishtown recently)…
We’ll likely visit either Vernick or Morimoto on one night, but I’m interested in trying a new (to us) place.
We’d prefer a small plates place over an elaborate tasting menu, and we’re flexible regarding cuisine, although we’re not interested in Chinese, Sichuan, or Mexican food this time around.
It doesn’t even have to be super-fine dining, since Vernick or Morimoto will have that covered.
My oh my is the Philly crowd quiet. How very untypical
Mabu Kitchen got pretty mediocre reviews elsewhere, so that’s off the list. Made a rez for the Vernick 10 year anniversary tasting menu for our special meal
Still open for your many suggestions for a caszh Thursday meal
Hi, I have to update my trip report on the other thread- we had a blast. My husband and I have been to Vernick many times and always enjoy it-- Last time, a bit less so, but that’s because it was during the height of the pandemic and the menu was limited. I hope it’s back to what it was prior now. Enjoy!!!
I’m embarrassed to say that I haven’t been to any of these four restaurants - especially because if you walk the 3/4 mile between Aroma and Sakana you will walk past my house! I have heard good things about both, however, from people whose palates I consider trustworthy.
Royal Izakaya is great although it can get a bit loud depending on when you are there, but you can generally get in (vs the backroom Royal Sushi). They have a fabulous selection of Japanese whisky if you are so inclined.
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