1 french fine dining spot in Old City, editor-picked by TableJourney. All of Old City's food.

Forsythia ★ 4.5

$$$Modern FrenchOld City

Forsythia in Philadelphia is Christopher Kearse's modern French bistro on Chestnut Street in Old City, a 2025 Michelin Guide selection with rabbit porchetta.

OrderThe escargot with parsley and shallots; the duck if it appears on that night's tasting menu.

TipHappy hour from 16:30 weekdays runs half-price oysters and a French 75. Walk in for it.

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