The Inquirer Food Fest is back with a new format and even more Philly restaurants
Now in its second year, The Inquirer Food Fest will take over The Fillmore in Philadelphia on Nov. 14, 2026. Here's what to know about the lineup and how to get tickets.
Grab your friends and get hungry: The Inquirer Food Fest is back.
Now in its second year, Inquirer Food Fest will take over the Fillmore in Fishtown on Saturday, Nov. 14, with a revamped format that means fewer lines โ and more food from some of Phillyโs most dynamic chefs and bakers.
Already on this yearโs lineup: Michelin-starred restaurants, James Beard Award-winning chefs, pop-up bakeries, and hands-on classes that get you in the kitchen.
Hereโs a full guide.
๐ด What is it?
Voted one of the top five food festivals in the United States by USA Today readers, the Inquirer Food Fest is a daylong event that showcases all thatโs exciting about Philadelphiaโs culinary scene in one place. It brings together nearly 50 of the cityโs most dynamic chefs for never-been-done-before collaborations, a bake off, live demonstrations, and exclusive bites.
All food is included in the price of your ticket, which includes free parking and drink tickets,among other to-be-announced goodies.
๐ Whatโs different this year?
Last yearโs Inquirer Food Fest had Jordan Mailata judging a pastry competition, limited-edition cheesesteak drops, and a class with Party Girl Bake Club that had attendees leaving with their own miniature cake.
This year, weโre streamlining our format to ensure all guests have the best chance possible of tasting the food theyโre most excited about.
What does that mean?
The Inquirer Food Fest will be split into two three-hour-long tastings: one from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and another from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Both will bring together a distinct lineup of 20+ chefs and bakers, along with access to live demonstrations and entertainment. You can see who will be part of each tasting here.
Canโt decide? Daylong tickets are also available. They grant access to both tastings, plus a private cocktail reception to enjoy in between.
๐ When and where
Date: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. โ 6:30 p.m. (no reentry)
Location: The Fillmore, 29 E. Allen St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19123
๐ต Ticket options
Tickets are on sale now at foodfest.inquirer.com. Hereโs what they will get you:
First Tasting (regularly $150, $135 through July 30)
Entry to the first tasting from 11 a.m. โ 2 p.m.
Unlimited food from participating restaurants and bakeries
1 drink ticket (21+; valid ID required; more available for purchase)
Live entertainment
Hands-on live demonstrations
Free parking (subject to availability)
Second Tasting (regularly $150, $135 through July 30)
Entry to the second tasting from 3:30 โ 6:30 p.m.
Unlimited food from participating restaurants and bakeries
1 drink ticket (21+; valid ID required; more available for purchase)
Live entertainment
Hands-on live demonstrations
Free parking (subject to availability)
All-Day Access Pass (regularly $299, $289 through July 30)
Entry to both tastings from 11 a.m. โ 6:30 p.m.
Unlimited food from participating restaurants and bakeries during both tastings
2 drink tickets (21+; valid ID required; more available for purchase)
A private cocktail reception with light bites from 2 โ 3:30 p.m.
Free parking (subject to availability)
Live entertainment
Hands-on live demonstrations
Priority entry to the Fillmore
Premium gift bag
๐ Who is participating in the first tasting?
Exclusive bites are up for grabs from Philadelphia chefs at the first tasting. Highlights include:
Friday Saturday Sunday, the Michelin-starred Rittenhouse Square restaurant
Doro Bet, the Ethiopian fried chicken spot that the New York Times canโt get enough of
Sao, the East Passyunk raw bar from Phila and Rachel Lorn, the couple behind Mawn
Pine Street Grill, for elevated diner fare from culinary power couple Alex Kemp and Amanda Shulman of Her Place Supper Club and My Loup
Fiore, the breezy Italian cafe from Ed Crochet and Justine MacNeil that is fresh off its first James Beard nomination
Mod Spuds, chef Ange Brancaโs newest venture โ an ode to Great Britainโs jacket potato
Gilda, the Portuguese cafe in Fishtown that always has a line out the door
The Bread Room, acclaimed restaurateur Ellen Yinโs bakery
Rougarou Baking, the new Jewish-Cajun bakery in Queen Village that already has long lines
โฆ & more
๐ Who is participating in the second tasting?
The second tasting brings together even more of Phillyโs most exciting restaurants, bakeries, and pop-ups. A preview:
El Chingรณn, the South Philly BYOB from Carlos Aparicio with a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
Fiorella, Marc Vetriโs pasta spot in the Italian Market
Ogawa Sushi & Kappo, Old Cityโs high-flying omakase counter
Scampi, Liz Grotheโs quirky Midwest-meets-Italy supper club
Tabachoy and Manong, chef Chance Ainesโ buzzy duo of Filipino restaurants
Emmett, Chef Evan Snyderโs James Beard-nominated Levantine restaurant on Girard Ave.
Manna Bakery, Saif Mannaโs bakery, a favorite at farmers markets, with a brick-and-mortar on the way
& more ...
If you go:
๐ Nov. 14, 11 a.m. โ 6:30 p.m., ๐ต $135+,๐29 E. Allen St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19123, ๐ foodfest.inquirer.com
Inquirer Food Festival
Get your ticket to Phillyโs ultimate food party! Join top Philly chefs and bakers for one unforgettable day of food.
