Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Del Buono's Bakery, Pizzata Pizzeria & Birreria and Termini Brothers Bakery, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Philadelphia's Upscale Italian Destinations
Philadelphia’s dining scene offers a sophisticated blend of traditional heritage and modern flair, particularly within its upscale Italian and refined American establishments. From the coastal-inspired flavors at Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti and the handmade excellence of A Mano to the iconic pastries of Termini Brothers Bakery, this collection showcases the city's rich culinary diversity. Whether you are seeking a classic meal at Ralph's, contemporary dishes at Scarpetta and Fork, or a casual yet elevated bite at Cry Baby Pasta, these destinations represent the very best of the city's vibrant food landscape.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Italian Restaurants in Philadelphia | Upscale Italian Food
- Del Buono's Bakery · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Pizzata Pizzeria & Birreria · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Termini Brothers Bakery · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Popi's · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Fairmount Pizza · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Adelinas Restaurant & Bar · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Dock Street Brewery South · rated 4/5: Italian.
- A Mano · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Maki Han · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Glenside Pizza · rated 4/5: Italian.
- No.1 China · rated 4/5: Chinese.
- Howl at the Moon · rated 4/5: American.
- PrimoHoagies · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Capriccio · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Pizza Plus · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Allegro Pizza · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Clarkville · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Primo Hogies · rated 3/5: Italian.
- TreVi Pizza Pasta BYOB · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Scoogi's Italian Kitchen & Bar · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Café Carmela · rated 3/5: Carmela": It is an Italian.
- Jim's Pizza & Steaks · rated 3/5: Italian.
- Anthony's Italian Coffee & Chocolate House: Italian.
- Savas Brick Oven Pizza: Italian.
- Zio's Brickoven Pizzeria: Italian.
- Ralph's: American.
- Paulie Gee's Soul City: Italian.
- Quick Fixx: Italian.
- Wood Street Pizza: Italian.
- Gran Caffe L'Aquila: Italian.
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.
