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We've compiled the best of the best in East Passyunk, Queen Village, Bella Vista, and South Philadelphia - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Specializing in French country cooking and expertly selected wines, the Good King offers casual Gallic flair at accessible neighborhood prices. Pair a socca (chickpea pancake) platter or steak frites with a glass or pitcher of house red or white, helpfully classified “Good,” “Better,” and “Best.” The bar also makes a mean cocktail, with daily changing specials. Upstairs is the natural-wine bar Le Caveau, pouring Thursday to Saturday.
A newer addition to East Passyunk's array of restaurants, this hybrid French wine bar and bottle shop has a food menu that's perfect for nearly any time of day, and a small market selection for takeaway. Sip a glass of biodynamic French wine while you nibble a jambon beurre sandwich, or snag an outdoor table and a martini for some people-watching along the Avenue. The space has lots of seating and though it does get busy in the evenings, if you loiter a little with your glass of wine, a table is sure to open up.
