A curated list of our favorite restaurants in the Rittenhouse Square neighborhood. We've added coffee shops/cafes, brunch and dinner restaurants, cocktail bars, and (of course) an ice cream shop.
Alchemy Coffee
119 South 21st Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Minimalist coffee shop near Rittenhouse Square. We recommend taking a beverage to-go and walking around the park.
Elixr Coffee Roasters
207 South Sydenham Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Industrial-style coffee shop offering the classics alongside more unique options (like a strawberry matcha) and tasty donuts.
K'Far Cafe Philadelphia
110 South 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Israeli bakery and cafe where you can grab some mouthwatering takeout pastries or stay to eat a quick breakfast.
DanDan Rittenhouse
126 South 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Contemporary Sichuan and Taiwanese restaurant and bar with delicious housemade noodles that's great for lunch.
Enswell
1528 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Restaurant that serves coffee, brunch, dinner, drinks, and even has a bottle shop. Attached to The Touraine building, where you can snag a thoughtfully designed apartment-style hotel room.
Harp & Crown
1525 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Classic gastropub serving brunch, dinner, and drinks. Downstairs you'll find a basement bowling alley and swanky bar.
Parc
227 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Iconic Philly bistro across from Rittenhouse Square with perfect park views.
Vernick Food & Drink
2031 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Upscale restaurant with a seafood-forward dinner menu. Be sure to check out their wine bottle shop next door!
Andra Hem
218 South 16th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Scandinavian-inspired cocktail lounge with immaculate vibes and craft drinks.
The Franklin Bar
1715 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Speakeasy cocktail bar located inside the Franklin Hotel, formally called The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Company.
1-900-ICE-CREAM
229 South 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
The best soft-serve ice cream in the city featuring fun, seasonal flavors.