The 10 Best Restaurants In Northern Liberties Philadelphia

Northern Liberties is a great, up and coming neighborhood located north of Old City, Philadelphia, and is home to some of the most unique restaurants in Philadelphia, many of which have amazing outdoor seating and decor. Read ahead for our picks of the 10 best restaurants in Northern Liberties, Philadelphia.

2. PYT

Restaurant, American

While PYT may seem like a regular burger joint, the menu offers crazy, innovative burgers that most certainly can’t be found anywhere else. With items such as The Doh!Nut (a beef patty between two glazed donuts), cheeseburger waffle sliders, and cheeseburgers between waffle fry buns, all guests will find something to enjoy and have a fun time eating. The restaurant also features creamy adult milkshakes, outdoor seating, and it hosts DJs on the weekends.

Price: Mid-range

Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:30-2am

Watch out for: Outrageous and Fun Burger Menu

3. Silk City Diner

Diner, Restaurant, American, Vegan, Vegetarian

Located in a renovated diner with purple and red decor, customers are transported back in time to the 1950s when they set food in Silk City. There are three parts to this restaurant; the garden, the lounge and the diner itself, where customers can enjoy their meals of crunchy fried chicken or meatloaf to rival your mother’s. Silk City has been featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, and was picked by Philadelphia Magazine as the Best Outdoor Dining Space in Philadelphia.

5. Heritage

Bar, American, French, Vegan, Vegetarian

Heritage has a modern rustic aesthetic, and consists mostly of a jazz bar and an urban garden. Plants hang from the high ceilings above the bar, and there is a stage for musicians who play live music every night. The menu consists of items like rabbit sausage, ribeye and foie gras, in a modern interpretation of classic French and American cuisines.

6. Honey's Sit 'n Eat

Restaurant, American, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Southern comfort food finds the perfect location at Honey’s Sit ’n Eat, a simple restaurant where guests feel welcomed and at home as soon as they open the door. The menu has items such as honey fried chicken fingers and several types of reubens, as well as traditional Southern breakfast foods, biscuits, eggs and pancakes. Honey’s also has a wide variety of vegetarian alternatives to their popular entrees, so no one has to miss out on their delicious food.

7. Modo Mio

Restaurant, American

This small Italian restaurant is perfect for a romantic evening out, with its intimate setting and friendly staff. The menu features classic Italian cuisine such as calamari, agnolotti and zuppe di pesce, as well as soft handmade pasta and perfectly blended sauce. The restaurant is also BYOB, so guests can bring their favorite bottle of wine to drink with their entree.

8. Dmitri's

Restaurant, Greek, American, Vegetarian, Vegan

Dmitri’s is a BYOB restaurant that specializes in traditional Greek cuisine. The menu is perfect for large groups, as the items can be prepared family style or per person, depending on preference and number of guests. With items like lamb, meatballs, greek salad and spinach pie, guests will feel as if they have been transported to all the way to Greece without ever having to leave Philadelphia.

9. Cantina Dos Segundos

Restaurant, Mexican, Vegan, Vegetarian, Spanish, Beer, Wine

This Mexican restaurant with outdoor seating is a popular hangout for all generations. The menu is vegetarian and vegan friendly and features several types of quesadillas, enchiladas and burritos, ranging in spice and in meat options. They also offer sweet plantains and a long list of savory breakfast items.

Circles Restaurant

Circles, a Thai restaurant, won Philadelphia Magazine’s Best New Thai in Philadelphia in 2011 and Best Thai in Philadelphia twice. The food is delicious, saucy and predominantly vegetarian, but with the choice of adding meat. They offer seven different kinds of curry, not including their specials as well as a variety of Thai noodles that just hit the spot.
Address: 812 N 2nd St | Philadelphia, PA 19123 (267) 687-1309

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