Parc

In a city with a vibrant but restless food scene, Stephen Starr’s mega-brasserie on Rittenhouse Square has remained relevant by doing what it does really, really well. With its mosaic-tiled floors, pewter-topped bar, and patina mirrors, the perpetually busy and bustling Parc exudes authentic Parisian energy. That goes deux fois for its menu mainstays from the baskets of crackle-crusted baguettes (best in the city) and decadent plateaus of fruits de mer, to the frites, trout amandine and steak au poivre. Says Inquirer critic Craig LaBan: “The raclette burger is ever-popular, a testament to Parc’s soul as essentially a fancy diner (not unlike the spot-on pancakes, quiche Lorraine, vol au vents with fluffy eggs and omelets for brunch).”