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CHRISTMAS DINING IN DECEMBER - SPECIAL

1) Dine-in
Caffe Aldo Lamberti
Christmas Eve Dinner
2011 Marlton Pike W, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002
Caffelamberti.com
(856) 663-1747

During the month of December, get into the holiday spirit as carolers stroll from table to table filling the Caffe with the sounds of Christmas. Performers are from the Cherry Hill High School East and West Choral Music Programs (Friday, Saturdays and Sundays only)
 
FEAST OF SEVEN FISHES

2) Take-out 
SliCE
Pizza of the Seven Fishes
Italian Market and City-wide delivery: 1180 S. 10th St., (215) 463-0868
Washington Twp: 137 Egg Harbor Rd, (856) 302 5099
From December 1 to Christmas Eve
Open on Christmas Eve Day and until early evening
Closed all locations for Christmas
www.slicepa.com

Marlo and Jason Dilks of SliCE announce the return of their annual holiday pie, Pizza of the 7 Fishes. This special seasonal pizza is inspired by their families' Christmas Eve traditions and by a seven course seven fish dinner popular in South Philadelphia. Pizza of the 7 Fishes features mozzarella topped with clams, mussels, shrimp, tuna, crab meat and sardine all sauteed with fresh olive oil and garlic, and topped with anchovies, fresh lemon and basil. Pizza of the 7 Fishes will be available until Christmas Eve (December 24th) in small, large and gluten free.  The Dilks also brings back a family tradition for your family to share - Seafood Caesar with romaine, shaved parmigiano-reggiano, house-made Caesar dressing, sauteed shrimp and crab meat; featuring house-made croutons by special order.

3) Dine-in
Osteria Feast of the Seven Fishes
Friday, December 23, 2022
Four courses, served family style

Feast of the Seven Fishes

Join us December 23, 2022 for Osteria’s Feast of the Seven fishes. Executive Chef Matt Arcomone will showcase his family's culinary tradition and bring you back to his childhood memories.

$85 per person Plus Tax & Gratuity
$50 per person Optional Wine Pairing

Piccolo Benvenuto
Housemade focaccia, olives  baccala
mantecato

Antipasti
Swordfish polpette, polenta, tomato
shrimp in salsa rosa
wood oven roasted stuffed clams

Primi
Conchiglione, tuna, ricotta, san marzano
spaghetti ai fruitti di mar

Secondi
Monkfish piccata, cannellini bean & escarole
orata al’acqua pazza

Dolci
Limoncello tiramisu
panettone & zabaione

4) Dine-in
Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti
212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia
215-238-0499
www.positanocoast.net/

Christmas Eve Feast of the Seven Fishes Dinner
Seatings 4:00pm to 9:00pm
$85 per person plus t/g

Tuna Crudo
lemon vinaigrette

Cioppino
octopus, mussels, shrimp, toasted garlic bread

Baccala Croquettes
tomato coulis

Squid Ink Linguine
crab, lemon gremolata

Mediterranean Branzino Fillet Pizzaiola
tomatoes, caperberries, black olives, oregano, potatoes

Basket of Mixed Nuts and Clementines

Christmas Desserts

5) Dine-in
The Olde Bar
Feast of the Seven Fishes Christmas Eve Dinner
125 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Christmas Eve, December 24th
Seatings at 5:00pm and 7:00pm
215-253-3777
www.theoldebar.com
$95 per person not included t/g

Back by popular demand! The Olde bar presents Chef Jose Garces' twist on the traditional Christmas Eve Feast of the Seven Fish prix fixe tasting menu.

Raw & Chilled

Oysters & Champagne
White Sturgeon Caviar

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Olde Bar Cocktail Sauce, Romaine, Lemon

Tuna Tartare
Scallion, Sesame, Seaweeds

Shellfish & Crustaceans

Scallops & Arugula
Aged Proscuitto

Lobster Ravioli
Leeks, Champagne Cream, Sorrel

Permaquid Mussels Fra’Diavolo
Spicy San Marzano

Main

Whole Grilled Branzino
Italian Beurre Blanc, Herbs, Potato Pave

Dessert
Assorted Italian Dessert Bites

6) Dine-in
Cry Baby Pasta
Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve
627 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 190147
267-534-3076

Christmas Eve: The Feast of Seven Fishes
Seatings 5:00pm and 7:30pm
$70 per person

First Course
Lobster Arancini, Fried Calamari, Clams Casino, Salmon Rillettes, Shrimp Tortellini

Second Course:
Grilled octopus salad, bitter greens, salsa verde, currants, capers

Third Course:
Crab Tagliatelle, creamy red pepper sauce

Dessert Sampler:
Chocolate Peppermint Budino, Ricotta Cannoli, Rainbow Cookie

7) Dine-in
Feast of the Seven Fishes by Philly Sushi Whisper Kevin Yanaga
Izakaya by Yanaga
1832 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
(267) 310-3554
www.byyanaga.com/

Priced at $75 per person, Includes Complimentary by Yanaga Sake pour
Thursday, December 22 and Friday, December 23, 2022
Seatings between 5:00pm and 9:00pm
Regular also available during this time
Menu will be announced in November
Seven courses including dessert

Beau Solei Oysters
Lemongrass, Tobiko, Chives

Hamachi Ponzu
Pickled Pear, Ponzu Vinaigrette, Chive Oil

Tuna Rice Crisps
Seared Sushi Rice, Spicy Tuna Tartare, Pickled Serrano’s

Saba Nanban
Bell Peppers, Chili Oil

Crispy Rock Shrimp
Sweet & Spicy Aioli, Crispy Rock Shrimp, Blistered Shishito

Chef Selection Maki
Chef Tailored Selection of Classic Maki

Chef Selection Sashimi
Chef Tailored Selection of Rotating Sashimi

Include an additional Chef Selection Nigiri course for $5 per person

8) Dine-in
Spasso Italian Grill
34 S. Front Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-592-7661
http://www.spassoitaliangrill.com/
Dinner on Christmas Eve from 1:00pm to 8:00pm.
Regular menu and Feast of Seven Fishes menu available.
 
9) Dine-in
Feast of Seven Fishes at Fork
306 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-625-9425
https://forkrestaurant.com/
December 24, 2022
5:00-10:00pm
Join us at Fork Restaurant for a Christmas Eve Feast of Seven Fishes, featuring dishes like caviar & buckwheat sable, monkfish terrine, whole roasted branzino and more! Tickets are available now for just $105 pp.

10) Dine-in
La Famiglia Ristorante
8 S. Front Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-922-2803
www.lafamiglia.com
The Sena Family continues their traditional 7 FISH MENU starting December 6 - December 30, Tuesday - Friday.  Please note: La Famiglia is not open for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.
$107.77 per person
Must Call for Reservations!

First course: Insalata Baccala, Salted cod and marinated vegetables
Second course: Spaghetti con Vongole, Spaghetti and clams in a red sauce
Third and Fourth course: Merluzzo e Calamari Fritti, Fried Cod and Calamari
Fifth and Sixth course: Capesante Gratin e Gambero Inpastella, Scallop au gratin and a battered shrimp on top of arugula
Seventh course: Filetto di Branzino, Filet of Branzino with a white wine, chopped tomato & caper sauce
Eighth course: Dolce, Dessert

MORE CHRISTMAS EVE OFFERINGS

11) Dine-in
Amada Christmas Eve
Prime RIb Roast
217-219 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 625-2450
https://philadelphia.amadarestaurant.com/

3-course Dinner
Seating Times: 3pm, 5pm, 7pm
$80 per person
Menu: http://amadarestaurant.com/m/menu-pdfs/Christmas_Eve_Menu_2022_11.19.22.pdf
Reservations: https://www.opentable.com/r/amada-phl-philadelphia

FIRST
Ensalada Verde
Green Salad, Asparagus, Favas, Avocado, Green Beans

Patatas Bravas
Spiced Potatoes, Paprika Aioli

Cana De Cabra
Chocolate Hazelnut Sauce

SECOND
Entre Cote De Ternera
10oz Prime Rib, Bordelaise, Horseradish Crème Fraîche

Patatas Asadas
Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatos, Pearl Onions, Rosemary

Bruselas Catalana
Brussels Sprouts, Fermented Garlic Honey, Granny Smith Apples, Sangria Raisins, Cabrales, Pine Nuts

THIRD
Roscon De Reyes
Sweet Bread, Candied Orange, Almonds, Whipped Cream  

12) Dine-in
Caffe Aldo Lamberti
Christmas Eve Dinner
2011 Marlton Pike W, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002
Caffelamberti.com
(856) 663-1747
Open for Christmas Eve dining for take-out and dine-in
Open for Indoor Dining and Take-Out
Reservations are required and subject to availability
https://www.caffelamberti.com/menus/

The Lamberti family hosts their favorite tradition with Christmas Eve Dinner, for dine-in and take-out, featuring with Chef’s special a la carte menu featuring house-made ravioli, filet mignon, fresh seafood and more. (image of ravioli and scallops). Caffe Aldo Lamberti will be featuring their Chef’s special menu, with pairings chosen by our Sommelier. Call 856-663-1747 to reserve your table.

Selections include: Jumbo Shrimp & Scallops Fra Diavolo (spicy tomato sauce, linguine), Veal Campagnola (Roasted peppers, broccoli rabe, garlic, white wine, cheese ravioli), Filet Mignon Gorgonzola (bacon, jumbo lump crabmeat, spinach, roasted potatoes), Grilled 16 Ounce Veal Rib Chop (mushrooms, brandy cream sauce, broccoli rabe, potatoes), 16 ounce New York Strip (broccoli rabe, potatoes), Zucchini Crabcake (jumbo lump crabmeat, herbs, roasted peppers, baby spinach), Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass (lemon butter, spinach, potatoes), Pepper-Crusted Salmon (vegetables, potatoes), Capellini Positano (jumbo lump crab, tomatoes, garlic, basil), plus Shrimp Bisque Soup, Clams Casino, Zucchini Fritti, Calamari Dorati, Grilled Baby Spanish Octopus, Peruvian Scallops Imperial and more.

Also - During the month of December, get into the holiday spirit as carolers stroll from table to table filling the Caffe with the sounds of Christmas. Performers are from the Cherry Hill High School East and West Choral Music Programs (Friday, Saturdays and Sundays only)

13) Dine-in and take-out AND delivery 
Dim Sum House 
Rittenhouse, 1930 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
University City,  3939 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104  
Christmas Eve and Day, 12:00pm to 8:30pm
Open for take-out, delivery and pick-up from regular menu as usual
 
Dim Sum House both locations will be open from 12:00pm to 8:30pm for regular menu, take-out, pick-up, delivery through delivery apps and cocktails to go. Plus a special Christmas pre-fix is available titled Feast for All. 

Winter and Christmas Special: Feast for All 
Available for takeout and dine-in December 24th and 25th 
Free delivery within 15 blocks - but for Dec 25th delivery must pre-order by 23rd
$300/ package includes: 
 
Double Typhoon Lobster OR Double Ginger Scallion Lobster
Whole Peking Duck 
3 Dim Sum of Choice - see below for sample offerings
1 Vegetable Dish of Choice
1 Familiar Dish of Choice
1 Rice or Noodle Dish of Choice
 
Shanghai options for Dim Sum: Pork Soup Dumpling, Spicy Pork Soup Dumpling, Crab & Pork Soup Dumpling, Pan Fried Soup Dumpling, Scallion Pancake, Beef Stuffed Scallion Pancake
Pork & Leek Dumpling, Pumpkin Tart, Veg Spring Rolls, Pickled Garlic Cucumber, Chili oil Wontons, Sesame Soy Brussel Sprouts and more! 

Cantonese options for Dim Sum: Crystal Shrimp Dumplings, Spicy Shrimp Dumplings, Pork & Shrimp Siu Mai, Shrimp Siu Mai, Shrimp Cheung Fun, Fried Shrimp Balls, Chicken Feet,  Shrimp & Chive Dumplings, Shrimp Stuffed Eggplant,  Tofu Black Bean Sauce, Vegetable Tofu Skin Roll, Turnip Cake, Durian Cake, Roast Pork Bao, Egg Tart, Egg Custard Bao and more. 

Rice/Noodle options: Authentic Fried Rice, Lo Mein, Pad Thai, Ho Fun, Mei Fun, more. 
 
Vegetable of choice: Garlic Snow Pea Leaves, Shanghai Bok Choi, String Beans & Mustard  Greens, Eggplant & Garlic Sauce, Stir Fry Brussel Sprouts, more. 

Familiar of choice w/ protein includes General Tso’s Style, Broccoli & Brown sauce Style,
Dry Pepper Style, Dry Pot Style, Black Bean Style, Mongolian Style, Kung Pao Style, Garlic Sauce Style, Sizzling Platter Style, Long Hot Style, more. 

14) Dine-in 
Liberte Lounge 
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
120 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 569-8300
All prices subject to all applicable taxes and 18% gratuity
For Reservations call 215-569-8300 or at Opentable

Christmas Eve Dinner 
$55 Per Person + tax/gratuity
12:00pm to 10:00pm
 
First Course

Smoked Pork Rillettes
Onion Confit

Roasted Beet and Poached Pear Carpaccio
pea tendrils, Truffle honey, orange segments

Wild Mushroom Puff Pastry                                                                            
Lardon, Chives

Mains

Crispy Duck Pho
Soba, Ginger, Shittake, Cilantro

Garlic Rubbed Prime Rib
Potato gratin, smoked shallots, herb jus

Pan Seared Tuna
Braised Cabbage, Rutabaga Béchamel, Smoked Trout Roe

Dessert

Black Forest yule log
Whipped orange ganache, meringuettes

Sticky date toffee pudding
eggnog anglaise, fig compote
 
15) Order ahead, pick-up
 El Camino
(215) 925-1110  
1040 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19123  
http://www.elcaminophilly.com/

Holiday Dinner Packages. 2022
2-$90  4-$150  8-10-$260

Choose One of the Following for your Holiday Dinner Entrees
Ribeye Roast Beef-Red Wine Au Jus
Braised Brisket Pot Roast-Red Wine Au Jus
Smoked Boneless Leg of Lamb-Mint & Jalapeno Chimichuri  
Smoked Turkey-Traditional Gravy
Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham
 
Sides
Spinach & Roasted Squash Salad- Pumpkin Seeds, Bacon, Dried Cranberries, Red Onions, Lemon Sesame Dressing
Asparagus  with Almonds & Brown Butter
Mashed Potatoes
Orange Honey Glazed Carrots
Rice Pilaf with Dried Cranberries & Pecans
Parker House Rolls

Desserts
Choose Chocolate Yule Log
or Red Velvet Roll

Ala Carte Entrees
7-8lb Ribeye Roast-$130
7-8lb Braised Brisket Pot Roast-$120
7-8lb Smoked Boneless Leg of Lamb- $130
16-18lb Smoked Turkey- $100
7-8lb Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham- $100
 
Ala Carte-$25
Asparagus with Almonds & Brown Butter
Mashed Potatoes
Orange Honey Glazed Carrots
Rice Pilaf with Dried Cranberries & Pecans
Chocolate Yule Log
Red Velvet Roll

Beverages
Eggnog 36/48
El Camino Margarita $26/42
Mexican Sangria $26/42
Pomegranate Margarita. $40/54
Jingle Juice-Titos Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Ginger Liquor, Lemon
Spiked Apple Cider- Local Apple Cider, Jim Beam Bourbon

16) Order ahead, pick-up
Lamberti Pizza and Market
707 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 454-6300
https://lambertipizzamarket.com/

Let us do the cooking this holiday season! Our catering tray menu can be found here: https://lambertipizzamarket.com/menus/

All entrees include homemade focaccia bread.
Half Tray serves 8-10; Full Tray serves 18-20.
Meat Lasagna
HALF $50 | FULL $90

Vegetable Lasagna
HALF $45 | FULL $80

Baked Ziti
HALF $45 | FULL $80

Penne alla Vodka
HALF $50 | FULL $90

Cheese Tortellini Alfredo
HALF $55 | FULL $100

Cheese Ravioli Pomodoro
HALF (30) $45 | FULL (60) $80

Stuffed Shells
HALF (20) $45 | FULL (40) $90

Macaroni & Cheese
HALF (20) $50 | FULL (40) $80

Sausage and Peppers
HALF $45 | FULL $80

Rigatoni Bolognese
HALF $55 | FULL $100

Chicken Parmigiana
HALF $55 | FULL $100

Chicken Marsala
HALF $55 | FULL $100

Chicken Cacciatore
HALF $55 | FULL $100

Eggplant Parmigiana
HALF $50 | FULL $90

Meatballs with Marinara
(20) $40 | (40) $80

Broccoli Rabe
$12/LB.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts
$10/LB.

Roasted Cauliflower & Carrots
$10/LB.

Grilled Seasonal Vegetables
$10/LB.

Sautéed Spinach
$12/LB.

Sautéed Green Beans
$10/LB.

Roasted Potatoes
$8/LB.

Desserts - Half Tray serves 8-10; Full Tray serves 18-20.

Cannoli
HALF $30 | FULL $55

Tiramisu
HALF $35 | FULL $65

Chocolate Chip Cookies
(12) $8

Jumbo Triple Chocolate Chunk Cookies
(10) $20

Last day for pick-up is Christmas Eve.

17) Order ahead, pick-up
Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti
212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia
215-238-0499
www.positanocoast.net/

Positano Coast will be celebrating Christmas Eve with our traditional Feast of Seven Fishes (above) which will showcase fresh fish, mussels, clams, shrimp, octopus and more. Plus look for Chef’s special a la carte menu will also be available for dine-in or take-out and take-out platters and specialties. Specials will include:

Squid Ink Linguine $30
crab, lemon gremolata
Cioppino $29
gnocchi, mussels, shrimp, octopus, fresh tomatoes, grilled bread

Seafood Risotto $29
arborio rice, baby shrimp, mussels, calamari

Rigatoni $24
spicy vodka sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, breadcrumbs

Butternut Squash Ravioli $25
ricotta, brown butter, sage, hazelnuts

NY Prime Strip $48
12 oz, positano fries, gremolata

Veal Capperi $30
artichokes, green beans, capers, white wine

Chicken Parmigiana $27
mozzarella, spaghetti

Zucchini Crab Cake $38
jumbo lump crab, zucchini, spinach, potatoes, lemon butter

Salmon Limoncello $28
broiled, limoncello sauce, caramelized leeks

Plus: Butternut Squash Soup, Tuna Tartare, Grilled Octopus, Shrimp Cocktail and more

Trays to go include:
(each feeds 10, 48 hours notice)

Artichoke Salad $70
endive, baby arugula, radicchio, parmigiano

Caesar Salad $60
croutons, caesar dressing

Caprese Salad $70
buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, basil

Arancini $60
arborio rice, peas, meat ragu, cheese

Zucchini Fritti $50
parmigiano

Spicy Fried Calamari $95
pickled peppers, goat cheese

Meatballs $50

Spicy Paccheri Alla Vodka $70
cream, marinara, sun-dried tomatoes

Penne Bolognese $85
meat ragu, parmigiano

Gnocchi $80
potato dumplings, burrata, marinara

Chicken Parmigiana $95
mozzarella, marinara

Chicken Al Limone $95
battered, white wine, lemon

Veal Marsala $115
marsala wine, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes

Salmon Scampi $120
white wine, fresh tomatoes

Branzino Livornese $130
fresh tomatoes, capers, black olives

Eggplant Parmigiana $85
topped with marinara and mozzarella

Tiramisu $60

CHRISTMAS DAY - OPEN 

18) Dine-in AND take-out 
Bridget Foy's
200 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
https://www.bridgetfoys.com/
215-922-1813

Bridget Foy's Christmas Day
Reservations from 3:00pm to 8:00pm
Dine-in and take-out

Deck the Halls and Keep Your Spirits Bright!

Traditional Egg Nog
bourbon, frothy egg cream, nutmeg

Twinkling Lights
pomegranate vodka, grenadine, lime, sparkling rose cafa

Appetizers:

Lobster Bisque
Tomato Soup

Caesar Salad
Chopped romaine, parmesan, anchovy dressing

Crispy Apple Salad
Mixed greens, blue cheese, candied almonds, poppy seed vinaigrette

Crab Hush Puppies
Remoulade

Mac N Cheese
Radiatori pasta, ritz-cracker crumble

Hummus
Feta Greek salad, grilled pita

Charred Broccoli
Calabrian chili, pecorino

Smoked Salmon Toast
Cream cheese, pickled onions, capers

Steamed Mussels
Grilled bread, garlic, white wine

Entrees:

Roasted Atlantic Salmon
Mushroom risotto, butternut squash, almonds

Prime Rib
Roasted garlic mashed potatoes, baby carrots, jus

Mushroom Campanelle
Broccoli, mushroom, butternut squash, parmesan cream

Porchetta
Hot Italian sausage, polenta, broccoli rabe

Desserts:

Eggnog Cheesecake
Cookie Plate
Yule Log
Pear Cranberry Crisp
Chocolate Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding

19) Dine-in, take-out and delivery 
Dim Sum House 
Rittenhouse, 1930 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
University City,  3939 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104  
Christmas Eve and Day, 12:00pm to 8:30pm
Open for take-out, delivery and pick-up from regular menu as usual
 
Dim Sum House both locations will be open from 12:00pm to 8:30pm for regular menu, take-out, pick-up, delivery through delivery apps and cocktails to go. Plus a special Christmas pre-fix is available titled Feast for All. 

Winter and Christmas Special: Feast for All 
Available for takeout and dine-in December 24th and 25th 
Free delivery within 15 blocks - but for Dec 25th delivery must pre-order by 23rd
$300/ package includes: 
 
Double Typhoon Lobster OR Double Ginger Scallion Lobster
Whole Peking Duck 
3 Dim Sum of Choice - see below for sample offerings
1 Vegetable Dish of Choice
1 Familiar Dish of Choice
1 Rice or Noodle Dish of Choice
 
Shanghai options for Dim Sum: Pork Soup Dumpling, Spicy Pork Soup Dumpling, Crab & Pork Soup Dumpling, Pan Fried Soup Dumpling, Scallion Pancake, Beef Stuffed Scallion Pancake
Pork & Leek Dumpling, Pumpkin Tart, Veg Spring Rolls, Pickled Garlic Cucumber, Chili oil Wontons, Sesame Soy Brussel Sprouts and more! 

Cantonese options for Dim Sum: Crystal Shrimp Dumplings, Spicy Shrimp Dumplings, Pork & Shrimp Siu Mai, Shrimp Siu Mai, Shrimp Cheung Fun, Fried Shrimp Balls, Chicken Feet,  Shrimp & Chive Dumplings, Shrimp Stuffed Eggplant,  Tofu Black Bean Sauce, Vegetable Tofu Skin Roll, Turnip Cake, Durian Cake, Roast Pork Bao, Egg Tart, Egg Custard Bao and more. 

Rice/Noodle options: Authentic Fried Rice, Lo Mein, Pad Thai, Ho Fun, Mei Fun, more. 
 
Vegetable of choice: Garlic Snow Pea Leaves, Shanghai Bok Choi, String Beans & Mustard  Greens, Eggplant & Garlic Sauce, Stir Fry Brussel Sprouts, more. 

Familiar of choice w/ protein includes General Tso’s Style, Broccoli & Brown sauce Style,
Dry Pepper Style, Dry Pot Style, Black Bean Style, Mongolian Style, Kung Pao Style, Garlic Sauce Style, Sizzling Platter Style, Long Hot Style, more. 

20) Dine-in 
Liberte Lounge 
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
120 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 569-8300
All prices subject to all applicable taxes and 18% gratuity
For Reservations call 215-569-8300 or at Opentable

Christmas Day Dinner
$55 Per Person + tax/gratuity
12:00pm to 10:00pm
 
First Course

Smoked Pork Rillettes
Onion Confit

Roasted Beet and Poached Pear Carpaccio
pea tendrils, Truffle honey, orange segments

Wild Mushroom Puff Pastry                                                                            
Lardon, Chives

Mains

Crispy Duck Pho
Soba, Ginger, Shittake, Cilantro

Garlic Rubbed Prime Rib
Potato gratin, smoked shallots, herb jus

Pan Seared Tuna
Braised Cabbage, Rutabaga Béchamel, Smoked Trout Roe

Dessert

Black Forest yule log
Whipped orange ganache, meringuettes

Sticky date toffee pudding
eggnog anglaise, fig compote
 
HANUKKAH

21) Pick-up/ take-out 
Garces Trading Company Hanukkah Dinner
$55.00 per person, two person minimum
This goes live 12/11 - at this website:
https://www.garcestradingcompany.com/specials/
Ordering takes place 12/11-12/21 (with 72 hour turn around)
Pick-up: Volver, 300 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Manischewitz-Braised Brisket: Jus & Horseradish Cream GF/DF (cream is on the side)
Matzo Ball Soup: Chicken Broth, Schmaltz, Dill DF
Crispy Latkes: Dill Crème Fraiche & Spiced Apple Sauce GF/ V
Roasted Haricots Verts: Almond & Tahini Vinaigrette GF/DF/VG
Cinnamon Orange Bundt Cake: Caramel Sauce, Cinnamon Chantilly Cream V

SWEETS AND TREATS
 
22) Take-out/ pick-up 
Franklin Fountain
116 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 627-1899
https://www.franklinfountain.com/

Hot Shakes: Apple Pie, Peanut Butter Brownie, S'mores
Peppermint Stick Ice Cream
Vegan Peppermint Stick Ice Cream
S’mores Ice Cream - available first week of December
Eggnog Ice Cream - available second week of December
Yule Log Ice Cream Cake - available December 12 - January 6
Arctic Sundae - Peppermint stick hot fudge sundae with a piece of peppermint bark

23) Take-out/ pick-up
Oui Pastries
160 N. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-922-1269
www.ouisicafe.com
Pre orders end December 20th
Pick up before December 24 at 4pm

Tangerine Chocolate Flourless cake $32
Baileys Eggnog Tiramisu $32
Pear Custard Fruit Tart $32
Stollen Croissant $5
Garlic knot $8
Croutons
Cookie packs for Santa $6

24) Pick-up/ Take-out
Shane Confectionery
110 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-922-1048
https://shanecandies.com/

Winter Artisan Assortment
Christmas Clear Toy
Drinking Chocolate - gifts and hot to go
Small & 4 piece box single origin truffles
House Craft Chocolate Santas
Candy Cane Bark and Candy Cane Non Pareils
Marzipan pigs - New Years Day

NEW YEAR'S EVE DAYTIME FAMILY EVENTS
 
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Figo Ristorante
The Igloos at Figo
1033 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
https://www.figoitalian.com/
267-245-9625

Reservations available on Resy 
https://www.figoitalian.com/

Glu Hospitality and A Dash of Magic Events invite you to an enchanting end of the year with Countdown to Noon with Cinderella at the family-friendly New Year's Eve brunch celebration on December 31st. There is no charge this year - the party is included with each brunch reservation. Come say goodbye to 2022 and say hello to one of the most famous and festive princesses of them all. Cinderella will be there from 11:30am to 1:00pm so make your reservation for before, during or after to get a photo and a smile. Reservations go live on Resy on November 1st.
 
NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER

26) Dine-in 
The Olde Bar
125 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-253-3777
www.theoldebar.com

$85 per person dinner
Starting at 4pm
Menu: 
 
27) Dine-in
Amada
217-219 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 625-2450
https://philadelphia.amadarestaurant.com/
 
$90 per person dinner
Starting at 5pm
Menu: 
28) Dine-in
Positano Coast
212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA  19106
https://www.positanocoast.net/
215-238-0499
 
New Year's Eve Dinner
4:00pm to 10:00pm (last reservations are 10:00pm)

and
New Year's Eve Toast on the Coast! 
10:00pm to 2:00am
 
Come for dinner and stay for the after party Toast on the Coast! Positano Coast in Old City presents their annual New Year's Eve dinner and after-dinner party. Dinner service starts at 4:00pm with special NYE menu available including signature and special offerings like raw bar and starters (Grilled Octopus, Top Neck Clams, Shrimp Cocktail, Oysters, Tuna Tartare, Aldo's Seafood Harvest), entrees (NY Prime Strip, Veal Chop Parmigiana,, Short Ribs, Lamb and Leeks, Chicken Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parm, Zucchini Crab Cake, and more), pasta (Squid Ink Linguine, Seafood Risotto, Linguine and Clams, Butternut Squash Ravioli, Rigatoni, Gnocchi, and more) plus soups, starters and desserts. The last dinner reservations are at 10:00pm. The after-dinner party starts at 10:00pm, with a cash bar, live DJ, party favors and a complimentary midnight toast. All other food and drink is pay-as-you-go. Call 215-238-0499 to make your reservations for dinner and the after-dinner party.
 
29) Dine-in
Chez Colette
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
120 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 569-8300
All prices subject to all applicable taxes and 18% gratuity
For Reservations call 215-569-8300 or at Opentable
 
New Year's Eve Four Course Fixe Prix
Seatings 5:00pm to 10:00pm
https://www.sofitel-philadelphia.com/happenings/new-year/

Ring in the New Year with Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square with a lavish four course meal to end the year, including a complimentary glass of bubbly. For dinner, guests will enjoy amuse bouche (charred octopus) and four courses with a choice of Three Rillettes (Duck, Smoked Pork, Shrimp, Mustardo, Lavash) or King Crab Salad (Kale, Kabocha Squash, Sherry Vinegar, Brown Butter), Seared Scallops (Fumet, Vegetable Confit) or Braised Rabbit (Ricotta Gnocchi, Lemon, Winter Greens), Butter Poached Lobster (Smoked Yams, Charred Onion, Lobster Jus) or Grilled Filet Mignon (King Trumpet, Parsnip, Truffle) and Apple caramel Bavarian tart (Chantilly cream, almond honey Florentine) or Chocolate Trio Cremeaux Gateau (Pistachio Sable Cookie). All dinner guests will enjoy complimentary access to Liberte Lounge for the New Year's Celebration with DJ until 2:00am. The experience is $90 per person with a glass of champagne, not including tax, beverages and gratuity. For reservations, visit Open Table or call 215-569-8300.

30) Dine-in
Panorama
14 N. Front Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-922-7800
http://www.panoramawinebar.com/

3 Course Menu - $95 per person
Includes a Complimentary Glass of Prosecco (not including tax, gratuities & beverages)
Two seatings: 5:30-6:30pm or 8:30-9pm

Seasonal Bruschetta

1st Course Choice of one:
Shrimp Cocktail – chilled poached shrimp, tomato caponata
Lobster Bisque – butter poached lobster and sweet pepper conserva
Caesar – baby gem, crouton, codesa anchovy, classic caesar dressing
Eggplant Parmigiana – local eggplant, sweet pepper ragú, house smoked mozzarella, basil, parmigiano
Tortellini – spinach & ricotta filled pasta, buffalo milk & piennolo tomato
Ravioli – potato, fontina, truffle
Gnocchi – pomodoro, buffalo milk mozzarella

2nd Course Choice of one:

Crespelle – crab & lobster stuffed crepe NY Strip – grilled 10oz strip steak, olive oil whipped potato, mushroom conserva
Duck Leg – potato risotto, turnip & apple, cacciatore sugo
Jail Island Salmon – beet, turnips, gaeta olives & preserved lemon
Braciola – rolled PA veal skirt steak, genovese, parsley, broccoli rabe, soft polenta, parmigiano

3rd Course Choice of one:

Chocolate Cake – chocolate ganache, Italian meringue, hazelnut
Ricotta Cake – warm apples, brown butter streusel, vanilla gelato, spiced caramel Tiramisu – sponge cake, espresso, mascarpone crema, warm espresso dolce di latte Coffee, Tea, Decaffeinated Coffee
 
31) Harper’s Garden
31 S 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
https://www.harpersgardenphilly.com/reservations

Ring in the New Year with dinner at Harper’s Garden!

In true Harper’s Garden fashion, their indulgent prix fixe menu is inspired by the season. Chef Dan Netter has created a delicious 3-course $95 per person menu complete with a complimentary champagne toast! Guests should be on the lookout for stand-out dishes such as the fresh king salmon Crudo, house-made gnocchi, and scrumptiously sweet SnowBall dessert, consisting of white chocolate, vanilla mousse, and caramel. If you’re looking to really get in the holiday spirit, 4 specialty cocktails will also be available for purchase to round out your experience. Looking to try it all? Try all four limited-edition cocktails for only $50!
 
Let us take care of the food, drinks, and ambiance… you just enjoy the evening.

Reservations are available in the main restaurant, our newly enclosed and heated veranda, and our heated greenhouses for a more private table. Reservations can be made at https://www.harpersgardenphilly.com/reservations, and are strongly recommended.
 
Saturday 12/31 - open for brunch reservations 10 am-2:30 pm, NYE Pre Fixe Dinner 5-9:30 pm
Sunday 1/1 - open for an extended New Year’s Day brunch 10 am-4 pm
 
32) Lola’s Garden
51 St Georges Rd
Ardmore, PA 19003
(484) 412-8011

Ring in 2023 at Lola’s Garden with our featured NYE dinner menu!

Skip the traffic, save on Ubers, and stay local! Lola’s Garden offers a magnificent New Year’s Eve menu for you to celebrate the start of 2023! Make your reservation in Lola’s Garden’s newly enclosed and heated patio offers plenty of seating to stay warm and dry while celebrating the ball drop in the heart of Ardmore’s Suburban Square.

Famed Chef Andrew Wood has created a prix fixe menu too good to keep to one day! Join Lola’s Garden on Friday, 12/30, and Saturday, 12/31 to try their delectable $85 per person four-course menu, including standouts such as roasted pumpkin tortellini with brown butter, New York strip loin with local mushroom, and passion fruit pavlova. Indulge in special add-ons, including a freshly shaved black truffle shave offering! Don’t worry, if you want to stick with your Lola’s Garden favorite, the full menu will be available for a la care service.

Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made by visiting https://www.lolasgardenrestaurant.com/.

NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTIES
 
33) TOP FIREWORKS HOT SPOT!
 
Liberty Point
211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 315-9023
 
Liberty Point offers a magnificent view of Rivers Casino New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront! Come with the family for the Kid’s Countdown and fireworks at 6 pm OR leave the kids at home and come for the 21+ event and see the midnight fireworks!

Bid farewell to 2022 with make-and-take crafts fun-filled family friend playlist, with a special live ice sculpting exhibition for the first countdown! Gabriella of the famed Ice Sculpture Philly will be on site for one cool show, perfect for children of all ages!

During both times, be sure to snag New Year’s Eve party favors, while supplies last. Purchase tasty pay-as-you-go food and drinks throughout the evening while enjoying Philly's best views!

Family Friendly First Countdown Firework Show 5-7 pm

Tickets $25 - Kids 2-years-old and under are FREE

5-7 PM Tickets include admission, one (1) select menu meal voucher, one (1) hot cocoa or cider and spectacular fireworks at 6pm. Standing room only on the outdoor rotunda. Family friendly playlist, make-and-take crafts, live ice sculpture exhibit!

Adults Only Midnight Fireworks Show (21+) 10pm-1am

Tickets $25

10 PM - 1 AM Tickets admission, includes one (1) complimentary beer, wine, cocktail or non-alcoholic drink and spectacular views of the Rivers Casino New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront at Midnight. Standing room only on the outdoor rotunda. Stay warm at the inside bar or by dancing along to the festive tunes provided!
 
34) Positano Coast
212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA  19106
https://www.positanocoast.net/
215-238-0499
 
New Year's Eve Dinner
4:00pm to 10:00pm (last reservations are 10:00pm)

and
New Year's Eve Toast on the Coast! 
10:00pm to 2:00am
 
Come for dinner and stay for the after party Toast on the Coast! Positano Coast in Old City presents their annual New Year's Eve dinner and after-dinner party. Dinner service starts at 4:00pm with special NYE menu available including signature and special offerings like raw bar and starters (Grilled Octopus, Top Neck Clams, Shrimp Cocktail, Oysters, Tuna Tartare, Aldo's Seafood Harvest), entrees (NY Prime Strip, Veal Chop Parmigiana,, Short Ribs, Lamb and Leeks, Chicken Saltimbocca, Eggplant Parm, Zucchini Crab Cake, and more), pasta (Squid Ink Linguine, Seafood Risotto, Linguine and Clams, Butternut Squash Ravioli, Rigatoni, Gnocchi, and more) plus soups, starters and desserts. The last dinner reservations are at 10:00pm. The after-dinner party starts at 10:00pm, with a cash bar, live DJ, party favors and a complimentary midnight toast. All other food and drink is pay-as-you-go. Call 215-238-0499 to make your reservations for dinner and the after-dinner party.
 
35) Morgan's Pier AT Craft Hall 
901 N Delaware Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19123
https://www.crafthallphilly.com/
(267) 297-2072
 
New Year’s Eve
Friday, December 31, 2022
Tickets on banner on top of Craft Hall website above.
 
Morgan’s Pier, Philadelphia’s summer destination hotspot, is bringing the summer heat this New Year’s Eve at Craft Hall. The team at Morgan’s Pier will be taking over the 35,000 square foot venue to offer nightlife goers all the party with none of the pretentiousness to ring in 2023.
This event will sell out! Morgan’s team will be capping the number of guests to assure that there is no tedious wait time at the bar, leaving enough time and space for everyone to party. Guests can expect a night full of fun and good vibes!

Everyone is a VIP this New Year’s Eve! Pre-sale tickets start at $75, and prices will rise. Every ticket will include an open bar with premium spirits, local beers, wine, spirited party favors, midnight champagne toast, light food fare, and DJ entertainment!
 
36) Concourse Dance Bar
1635, Back Entrance, Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
https://www.concoursedancebar.com/
(267) 534-4128

Looking for the perfect location to have a ball and dance your way into 2023? Look no further than Concourse Dance Bar, located below street level at 1635 Market Street! This Instagram-perfect location will provide you with everything you need to start the year off right including a premium open bar, DJ entertainment, access to their ice bar, champagne toast at midnight, and more! By-pass those parties that offer pesky lines for drinks, and slide into Concourse which is equipped with three elaborate rooms and four bars! Pre-sale tickets start at $85. Buy them while supplies last. Tickets will rise to $100 on December 26th - space permitting.
 
NEW YEAR'S DAY BRUNCH
 
37) Positano Coast
212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA  19106
https://www.positanocoast.net/
215-238-0499

New Year's Day Bottomless Brunch
11:30am to 2:30pm
DJ, Special Additions

Join us on New Year’s Day for Positano Coast's special NYD Brunch a la carte menu, bottomless cocktails and a live DJ. Enjoy a table for up to two hours with this special brunch event, that includes bottomless mimosas and sangria until 2:30pm. Drink specials also include for pay-as-you-go Positano Bloody Mary, Espresso Martini and Chocolate Martini. For food, Positano has you covered from the sweet to the savory to the seafood and more. Options will include a full brunch menu, including Belgium Waffles, Grand Marnier French Toast, Apple Tartlets, Smoked Salmon Flatbread, Sausage and Pepper Omelet, Lobster Skillet, Zucchini Crab Cake, Short Ribs, Shrimp Cocktail and much more. Call 215-238-0499 to make your reservations. Ring in the New Year with our special a la carte brunch menu, bottomless cocktails and DJ entertainment.

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