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Top Steakhouses In Philadelphia

Philadelphia is a city brimming with high quality steakhouses. To save you the time of sampling all of them, check out our list of the best in Philly.

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The Capital Grille

1338 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
www.thecapitalgrille.com

Yes, it's a chain. But this upscale steakhouse has been successful in Philly for a reason -- mainly its specialty dry aged steaks, award-winning wine selection, premiere private dining and relaxed elegance in the heart of Center City.

The Prime Rib
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The Prime Rib

1701 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
www.theprimerib.com/pa

The Prime Rib, nicknamed "the civilized steakhouse," has been chosen by Zagat and Philly Magazine as Philly's best steakhouse. The Prime Rib features large cuts of prime beef, extra-thick chops, and fresh seafood with a Manhattan-like atmosphere conveniently located in Rittenhouse Square.

Mortons
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Morton's Of Chicago

1411 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
www.mortons.com/philadelphia

Yeah, it's "Of Chicago," but Morton's has been a staple in the Philadelphia steakhouse scene for years. The Center City meat factory is well known for its generous portions of USDA prime aged beef, as well as fresh fish, lobster, veal and chicken entrees. Morton's is famous for its animated signature tableside menu presentation, where menu items are presented on a cart that's rolled to your table.

Barclay Prime
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Barclay Prime

237 South 18th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
www.barclayprime.com

Barclay Prime is a Stephen Starr eatery in glamorous Rittenhouse Square that opened in 2004 and instantly became the toniest restaurant in the city. The only thing that outshines the interior of the high fashion establishment is the near flawless meat-and-potatoes menu that features beautifully marbled steaks.

Palm Restaurant

The Palm Restaurant

200 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
www.thepalm.com

The Palm is a classic American steakhouse renowned for its USDA prime aged steaks, jumbo lobsters from Nova Scotia, Italian dishes, the freshest of seafood, warm smiles, outstanding service & an atmosphere like nowhere else.

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Del Frisco's

1426 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19102
www.delfriscos.com/menu/philadelphia

Whether you're ordering a burger at a business lunch or a filet mignon on a first date, you can't wrong at this swanky Center City steakhouse. Hope for a seat upstairs, although the romance and ambiance of the vault can't be beat, either.

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