Pastrami & Things lives up to its name by dishing out perfectly baked and deliciously loaded goodies making for a complete meal. Bakery items include croissants, sticky buns and cookies. A variety of breakfast foods are served on bagels, rolls, toast or croissants. The lunch menu consists of specialty, combo and overstuffed sandwiches filled with deli meats and served with a side order of cold salads, fruit or chips. You may also enjoy soup, chili, hot dogs or knishes.

Joe's offers the most unique and sometimes outrageous pizza toppings found in the city. Try a pizza topped with cheese ravioli or roasted potatoes. Toppings range from pepperoni or meatballs to spinach, eggplant and yes, potatoes. Pizza is sold by the pie or the slice. Sandwiches include cheese steaks and hoagies. Salads and finger foods are also part of the menu. Fast service and a large selection makes Joe's a lunch time hot spot. Don't be surprised if a line stretches out of the shop and onto the street.

There aren't many Mexican restaurants in town, but even if there were, this would still stand out as one of the best. The menu tends towards more subtle flavors, such as Chicken Molé slow cooked, a rich mild flavor. The margaritas are made with fresh juices, the music is the right volume for conversation, and the high ceilings are painted in warm amber shades and softly lit, but not too dark to see the menu.

A small open-air French café in downtown Philadelphia? Yes. Good luck getting a seat. The menu is generally Mediterranean: hummus, olives, several choices for meat and fish, and a long list of focaccia variations. The decor is minimalist: bare white walls, stainless steel ducts, and cool green window frames. The windows are the dominant feature here. In summer, they're wide open, and a cool breeze carries the flavors from one small table to the next. Sitting here is so pleasant, it's a great place for people-watching.

Located up the street from the Forrest Theater and numerous hotels and residential buildings, locals and theater patrons favor this pub for a draft after work or a show. The Irish bartenders (and they really are from Ireland) pour drafts of Harp and Guinness under a collection of Playbills from the local theaters. Friday happy hours are very popular.

Continental Mid-town is a chic restaurant with two story seating and lounge space. The restaurant hosts private events and with its spacious rooftop deck it's the perfect venue for special occasions. Continental Mid-town serves international cuisine with an Asian touch. Several dishes are creative take an classic meals, in the past dishes have included Thai curry lobster, Korean pork taco and cheesesteak eggroll.

Table 31 is an upscale Italian steakhouse serving seafood, homemade pastas along with one of the finest selections of USDA Prime steaks and chops. Located in the Comcast Center, this huge restaurant offers its diners various creative dining options which includes two beautiful bars, ground and second floor dining areas, a cozy second floor mezzanine lounge and more. Table 31 will give you an amazing dining experience which will remain with you for a very long time.

Latin and Mediterranean cuisines have been independently appreciated all over the world. Not surprising then, that Valanni decided to have the best of both worlds and opted for a Latino-Med menu. The result is that bite-sized tapas, paellas, red mussels and grilled octopus, hummus and pita bread-all can be found on one menu. Located in the arts district of Philadelphia, Valanni could not have asked for a clientele more open to exploring new tastes, as the one that frequents this quarter. The wine list represents world cities just like the food menu. The house cocktails here are especially worth a try. Happy hour drinks are a boon to young professionals who drop in here to unwind in the lounge. Private parties can also be arranged here. Call for timings.

Housed in the very old styled Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia, 10 Arts is a concept by Eric Ripert and it features contemporary American cuisines with a focus on use of local organic products. The menu is a nice blend of fish, meats and vegetables and the presentation is excellent with the food served in fancy bone china plates. This intimate space is modern, grand and chic with tables neatly laid-out with clean table mats. Head here for a a taste of local flavors in classy surroundings.

Twenty21 is a fine dining place that also hosts birthday parties, corporate dinners and weddings. The restaurant has a warm amber tone to its decor, which provides the illusion of space to it. Though Twenty21 serves liquor along with its extensive menu list, Tuesday nights are BYOB. You will particularly enjoy visiting here on Friday nights, when the restaurant offers a three-course sumptuous menu for very little indeed.