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Guided tour · 2.5 hours
Chinatown Guided Food Tour
Uncover the stories and flavors of our beloved Chinatown and witness the important role that the Asian community has in Philadelphia.
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CuisineCantonese
Price$$$$
NeighborhoodChinatown
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Why locals love it: Reopened January 2025 on Race Street with the city's only XL straw soup dumpling, a six-inch xiao long bao slurped through a straw, served at lunch.
Tip: Order the XL soup dumpling specifically; the regular xiao long bao basket is the baseline order.
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Philadelphia: Local Flavors Food Tour with 5+ Food Tastings
Discover Philly’s bold flavors. Enjoy 5 tastings including a pretzel cheesesteak, Malaysian roti, Irish pierogis, and our delicious secret dish.
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Guided tour · 3 hours
Philadelphia : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
Join us on our 3-hour Food Walking Tour of Philadelphia. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll explore the bustling streets of the city while satisfying yourself ...
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Location
Address: 1024 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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TipOrder the lamb chops on the bone and the chicken biryani; the lassi is enough for two.
Lost Bread Co. ★ 4.7
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Why locals goKensington whole-grain bakery on Howard that mills its own flour from regional grains and sells only Saturday and Sunday for a four-hour window.
TipGet in line by 09:30 Saturday. The country sourdough sells out by 11:00 on a busy weekend.
Street Side ★ 4.2
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TipBYOB. Bring a Vietnamese lager or a Riesling; the room is small so go at 17:30 or take it to go.
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Why locals goQueen Village 16-seat Italian tasting menu on South 4th from Chris D'Ambro that locals quietly call the city's most personal multi-course room.
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McGillin's Olde Ale House ★ 4.1
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Why locals goThe 1860 Drury Street Irish tavern tucked down an alley between 13th and Juniper, the oldest continuously operating bar in Philadelphia.
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John's Roast Pork ★ 4.8
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TipClosed Sundays. Go before 11:00 for lunch counter; cash and cards both work.