Best Restaurants for Groups in Center City

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1. Sabroso + Sorbo

3.0

Good(51)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Center City

Booked 2 times today

Sabroso & Sorbo is an eclectic establishment showcasing Spanish inspired fare & spirits in the heart of historic center city

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2. Thirteen - Philadelphia Marriott

3.7

Very Good(235)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Center City

THIRTEEN Restaurant is located inside the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Hotel across from Reading Terminal. Breakfast is about getting your day started and we offer a delectable variety of items, including a breakfast buffet with made-to-order omelets & waffles. Lunch is available and serving a selection of salads, appetizers, sandwiches & entrees. Dinner features Chef Emmitt Smith creations of modern American and regional influenced ingredients that include 40-day+ dry-aged steaks, Maryland blue crab, Atlantic salmon & lemon tilefish to name a few. Enjoy one of the thirteen locally sourced wines selected from some award-winning regional vineyards. Join us if you're visiting Philly for business or leisure. We welcome all guests with reservations or walk-in, plus large party private dining options available too. Our location also features Circ Bar & Lounge, Center City Pantry w/ La Colombe Coffee & Liberty Lanes Duckpin Bowling (check availability).

3. Mawn

5.0

Exceptional(74)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Cambodian • Bella Vista

Booked 5 times today

Mawn is a noodle house with “no rules,” and the first restaurant for Chef Phila Lorn and his wife Rachel, who bring with them close to 20 years of experience in Philly’s restaurant scene. Phila, pronounced “Pee La,” broken English for Philadelphia, is a first-generation Cambodian-American chef. The first in his family to be born here, his parents and siblings came to Philadelphia as refugees in 1985 after surviving the war in Cambodia.Mawn, which means “chicken” in Khmer, the Cambodian language, represents more than one thing. To Phila, chicken was at every meal growing up, and to his parents, chicken represented peacetime. During the war and genocide of the Cambodian people, there was mostly only what was found in nature to eat, including rice and salt. If there was chicken, it meant no war. At the end of that dark time, recipes were lost, and culture was wiped out, but through survival, a new authenticity was born.

4. El Vez

4.8

Exceptional(7138)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican / Southwestern • Center City

Booked 125 times today

A contemporary Mexican restaurant, El Vez offers many unique items such as mahi mahi tacos, ahi tuna tostadas, carne asada and pasilla braised pork pozole. Enjoy their made-to-order guacamole & margaritas with fresh-squeezed juices. Top off your meal with "The El Vez," a flourless chocolate cake, peanut butter mousse and carmelized bananas.

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5. High Street Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(141)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 22 times today

Located in the historic Franklin Building, High Street is a modern American eatery and bar that celebrates the essence of local grains. With an on-site bakery at the heart of our culinary creations, we pride ourselves on crafting artisanal breads, pastries, pizzas, and handmade pastas that showcase the best of the region.Under the guidance of Chef Christina McKeough, our seasonal menu highlights the bounty of local producers, offering a fresh take on classic flavors and dishes. Our commitment to supporting American winemakers adds an exciting dimension to your dining experience, with a carefully curated selection of wines to complement your meal.At High Street Restaurant, we invite you to savor the rich tapestry of flavors that define our culinary philosophy, blending tradition, innovation, and a passion for local ingredients.Parties of 7 or more require a credit card on file and are required to participate in our "Leave It To Us" menu.

6. Scampi

4.9

Exceptional(58)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Queen Village

Booked 22 times today

Scampi is a Queen Village BYOB. Taste edible tours through the regions of Italy with Chef Liz as your guide. Enjoy a buzzy atmosphere and relaxed vibe, bring a bottle or two of wine and some friends, and enjoy a deeper look into Italy's regional cuisines.

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7. Pietro's Italian - Walnut

4.6

Exceptional(1916)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Center City

Booked 34 times today

Pizza is a family affair for me. My Uncle arrived in America in the 1930s with a passion for pizza. He worked hard and eventually bought his own pizzeria in Brooklyn. It was there that Uncle invented a recipe for coal oven pizza. That recipe has been perfected over 60 years and passed down through the generations.Here in Philadelphia you can dine at 2 Pietro's locations: 1714 Walnut Street, and Radnor, Pa. I hope that you enjoy our classic style pizzas and pasta specialties "alla familia" for many years to come. Buon appetito

8. Melograno

4.7

Exceptional(1703)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 20 times today

Melograno was established in 2003 by Chef Gianluca Demontis & Rosemarie Tran. The couple met in Rome when Rose was studying abroad. When Luca relocated to Philadelphia they wanted to represent his roots. Located in the beautiful Rittenhouse Square, surrounded by shops and entertainment. Melograno is a warm haven for good food and comforting service. A place to enjoy with friends and family. We are a BYOB so bring the spirits of your choice, we are happy to serve you.

9. Roxanne

4.6

Exceptional(26)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Queen Village

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to Roxanne—a brilliant, wild, revolutionary project by chef Alexandra Holt, sparked behind a purple door in South Philly two years ago. Named after her mother, Roxanne is a true labor of love. The vibe is cozy, open, and personal: with an open kitchen, you’re right in the action, catching Alexandra plating each dish and pouring her journey into every detail.Tables are handcrafted by Alexandra and her mom, the entire space designed with their hands. Roxanne’s menu brings ‘American Expressionism’ to the plate, inspired by Alexandra’s life across 30 countries. Expect fearless flavors—seafood, a burger, caviar, organ meats; there’s nothing off-limits.Whether you’re here for the tasting menu at reserved tables, exploring the à la carte board, or diving into the bar snacks with a drink, Roxanne is all about big, unapologetic vibes and dishes crafted with passion.

10. SET NoLibs

4.4

Awesome(788)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Northern Liberties

Booked 13 times today

**21+ after 5 PM DAILYWelcome to SET NOLIBS, home of the infamous Mimosa and Margarita Towers! We are an award winning sports bar located in the Northern Liberties District of Philadelphia. Catch (almost) any game on one of our 11 TVs.Our kitchen offers an Asian Fusion menu featuring tacos, sliders, and much more. The Charbroiled Oysters are a menu highlight and a customer favorite. Full bar specializing in margaritas, serving up frozen margs all year round!Stop by Saturday or Sunday 11am-3:45pm for our weekend brunch.

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KristaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
First time here, but delicious and we will definitely return.
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El VezPrice: Moderate• Mexican / Southwestern• Center City
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4.8
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Roth
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent food, even better service. Lives up to the hype.
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MawnPrice: Very Expensive• Cambodian• Bella Vista
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5
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pat
Pittsburgh / Western PA •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great service, great food. Thank you, Ellen and team
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High Street Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• American• Center City
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4.7
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TamVIP
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 3, 2025
Great lunch. Food was well prepared and staff was incredibly kind.
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Thirteen - Philadelphia MarriottPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Center City
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3.7
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Richard
2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 23, 2025
The food was good and the service was fantastic but they ran out of some of the items on the menu and it was a saturday night. What we did receive was good but we did not get to try our desired dishes. perhaps next time
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Sabroso + SorboPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Center City
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