Looking for dairy-free-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Khyber Pass Pub, Yards Brewing Company and Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry dairy-free-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Old City's Cheap Dairy Free Destinations
Discover a wealth of affordable, dairy-free dining options tucked away in the charming, cobblestone streets of Philadelphia’s Old City. This diverse collection spans a global palette, offering everything from hearty American comfort food and savory Middle Eastern plates to fresh Japanese sushi and vibrant Mediterranean flavors. These local favorites provide inclusive menus and welcoming atmospheres, making it easy to enjoy a satisfying meal without the premium price tag or the worry of hidden dairy.
27 restaurants in Best Cheap Dairy Free Restaurants in Old City | Cheap & Dairy Free
- Khyber Pass Pub · rated 5/5: 13 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Yards Brewing Company · rated 5/5: 4 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti: 18 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Han Dynasty: 14 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Royal Boucherie: 12 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Zahav: 9 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- Cafe Tolia: 9 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Las Bugambilias: 9 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Al-Sham #5: 8 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Middle Eastern.
- La Famiglia Ristorante: 8 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Silk City: 7 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Oishii: 6 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Fringe Bar: 4 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bloomsday Cafe: 4 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Race Street Cafe: 3 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Torchwood Cafe: 3 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Lamberti Pizza & Market: 3 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Moshulu: 3 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- Marsha's South Street · rated 5/5: 1 dairy-free-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Scoop DeVille · rated 4/5: 1 dairy-free-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- The Plough & the Stars · rated 3/5: 1 dairy-free-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Eggcellent Cafe: 2 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Cafe Square One: 2 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Almost Home General: 2 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Fork: 2 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Panorama: 2 dairy-free-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Amada: 1 dairy-free-friendly dish on the menu. Spanish.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
