Ocean City in Chinatown specializes in Hong Kong-style cuisine. Hong Kong style is a fairly new addition to Chinatown, becoming more popular when many Hong Kong residents moved here at the end of the British lease on that Chinese city. They also serve a traditional Chinese Dim Sum lunch. The atmosphere is casually elegant; this is rare in Chinatown, where the quality of the food is not usually matched by attention to the surroundings. Banquet facilities are available for up to 500.

Located a half-block from the Convention Center, Vietnam Palace the Vietnamese gem serves some the most delicious Southeast Asian cuisines. Try the "Seven Course of Beef", Chicken Sauteed with lemon grass or even the traditional "Pho Tai" a beef noodle soup that is hearty enough to satisfy as a meal.

In the heart of Philadelphia's Chinatown, Joy Tsin Lau Chinese Restaurant serves all authentic Chinese cuisines, including Cantonese, Szechwan, and Mandarin. The restaurant combines impressive Imperial Chinese decor and an economical menu. They also feature Dim Sum seven days a weeks and a full bar. Banquet and Convention facilities accommodate upto 400 people in one room with a stage.

A fairly new warrior in the Chinatown restaurant wars, Penang has become one of the district's most popular for the Malaysian cuisine that most people just can't get at their neighborhood Asian eatery. Expect a wait on the weekend, day or night. The deep-fried fish dishes with Thai sauce and array of sweet and spicy chicken dishes bring in customers by the droves. Exotic arrangements that wouldn't even occur to most are served, including stingray and octopus entrees.

Located in the heart of Chinatown, Cherry Street only uses organic vegetables to create exotic and flavorful vegetarian gourmet meals. The Chinese-influenced menu features a host of macrobiotic and Pritikin selections. The seitan (wheat gluten) duck is very nice. Brown rice available. Banquet facilities, take out, private parties, and catering services are available.

Yakitori Boy & Japas Lounge is reminiscent to the Izakaya (Japanese pub) serving authentic Japanese cuisine in their signature 'japas' (tapas) portions. The restaurant's open kitchen showcases the culinary talents of their sushi & yakitori (grilled meats) chefs. The cozy, sleek haunt is done up in dark woods and calming shades of brown, black and cream. The contemporary menu features sushi rolls, grilled mackerel, traditional Japanese dishes, shrimp tempura roll, teriyaki dishes, and yakitori are a delight to the eyes with it beautiful presentation and to the palate for its wonderful flavor. They have a private karaoke room or bar where you can just enjoy singing away to glory. A great place to hang out with friends or family, let your hair down dancing or singing, or just relish the wonderful fare and lovely drinks.

Erawan Thai Cuisine is a BYOB restaurant serving authentic Thai food. The ambrosial food in Erawan lures you with its aroma, whetting your appetite, to feast on the gorgeous curries, hearty soups, delicious duck and seafood dishes, lovely noodles such as the sobering drunken noodle and pad see-ew, nice fried rice, vegetarian fare and more. You will just smile with a happy stomach filled with delightful food.

Johnny Brenda's very ambiance would elicit a rapt smile from you as soon as you enter this restaurant-bar; it's that cheerful! And while the decor is pretty zippy, you will be glad to find a balcony extending from the room, where the bands perform. Fresh and tasty food, especially Mediterranean, is accompanied by good music and superb beers. While there is a good collection of wines and liquors here, Johnny totally dotes on its cask-conditioned brews.

Palace at the Ben offers fine Indian dining to its discerning guests. Located in the historic Benjamin Franklin building, this restaurant recreates the aura of an era gone by with its intricately designed dining rooms and lounges. Worth trying out are the fluffy naans, kormas, chicken and shrimp biryani and the flavorful meat and chicken dishes. The restaurant also offers a range of cocktails and has a well stocked bar. The service is superbly efficient, portions served are generous and the ambiance just right. Truly one of the best restaurants serving delicious and authentic Indian cuisine in Philadelphia.

Olive Garden serves up authentic Italian cuisine. Their signature breadsticks and one-of-a-kind menu make them an American icon. Standard Italian options like Bruchetta, Calamari, Ravioli, and Eggplant Parmigiana line their lengthy menu. More exotic items like salmon, chicken dishes and innovative pizzas are also available. For the calorie-counter, Olive Garden has a range of low fat and low carbohydrate options. Their bottomless salads ensure a well-balanced feast. Enjoy your meal with a bottle from their extensive wine list or one of their tropical island drinks. Finally, top it all off with a little something from their dessert menu-their cakes, custards, and ice creams are sure to win you over. Lunch and take out menus are available.