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Whether it’s meal deals from some of the city’s critically acclaimed and award-winning restaurants or events highlighting the new eateries on the block, this fall features varied food and drink happenings in Greater Philadelphia that’ll satisfy any appetite.
Eat your way around the world during Dine Latino Restaurant Week and the Upper Darby International Festival. Sip and celebrate at Out in the Garden and at more than two dozen Philly Oktoberfests. Or witness collabs by culinary masters at the Voi•áge Dinner Series and the open-to-the-public Latinx Industry Night.
Read on for the top food and drink happenings in Greater Philadelphia in fall 2023.
Through Saturday, September 23, 2023
That’s right: It’s time for expanded dining deals at dozens of Center City’s most sought-after bars and restaurants. Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2023, Center City District Restaurant Week goes big with more than 95 participating businesses offering three-course fixed dinner menus starting at just $45 per person. New for this year: Many restaurants offer a $60 premium dinner option and select locations offer a two-course lunch menu for just $20. We’ve earmarked five new-ish spots worth checking out for the fall 2023 edition.
Where: Various locations including AMINA, 104 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
Through Sunday, October 8, 2023 (select dates)
Raise a glass and celebrate National Coming Out Day with a full month of LGBTQ+ events, including live concerts, outdoor parties, art installations, cocktail specials and more at South Street’s lush PHS Pop Up Garden. Out in the Garden festivities are completely free to attend, with pay-as-you-go food and drink.
Where: PHS Pop Up Garden at South Street, 1438 South Street, Philadelphia, PA
Through Sunday, October 29, 2023 (Saturdays & Sundays only)
The secret’s out. Recently named one of the best markets in America by Food & Wine, this lively community market in South Philly’s FDR Park highlights a variety of Southeast Asian cultures and cuisines. Come hungry as you pick produce, sample spices and enjoy prepared meals from more than 60 Lao, Khmer, Thai, Vietnamese and Indonesian vendors. The pop-up-turned-permanent market sets up near the Taney Baseball Field on weekends through October.
Where: FDR Park, South Broad Street & Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA
Cap off your summer with tasty offerings from some of the city’s top Latino-owned restaurants during Dine Latino Restaurant Week. The deal? One free appetizer or dessert with the purchase of two dinner entrées from participating local eateries, with dishes inspired by Puerto Rico, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Peru, Colombia and beyond. This fall, you can also check out a special chef’s tasting event featuring Latin American-Jewish fusions by author and chef Ronit Treatman (September 21, 2023 — RSVP required).
Where: Participating restaurants throughout Philadelphia including Mole Poblano, 1144 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA
September 22 – October 24, 2023 (select dates)
Philly’s premier female chefs-slash-authors deliver vibrant culinary experiences during Cookbooks & Convos. Co-sponsored by Visit Philadelphia and brought to you by the Sisterly Love Collective, the scrumptious series invites you to dine with, learn from and be inspired by the women who shaped Philly’s top-tier food scene. Tickets are required per event, and each ticket includes dinner, tax, gratuity and a copy of the featured cookbook.
Where: Various Philly restaurants including Rex at the Royal, 1524 South Street, Philadelphia, PA
Feast your eyes (and your taste buds) on a smorgasbord of local eats from Fishtown bars and restaurants at this start-of-fall foodie street fest. The free-to-attend, pay-as-you-go event features food and drink from all your Fishtown faves in addition to carnival games, DJ performances and more than 50 local art and retail vendors. Let’s eat!
Where: Frankford Avenue from Girard Avenue to Palmer Street, Philadelphia, PA
Break out the stretchy pants: The South Street Smorgasbord brings can’t-miss meal deals to one of Philly’s most iconic neighborhoods. On deck: $20 dinner and lunch specials, $40-$45 prix-fixe meals, and snacks for $10 or less. Eateries include local faves like Brauhaus Schmitz, Tattooed Mom and Federal Donuts, along with newcomers like Wim Cafe, Bon Kif Grill and Mahalo Hawaiian BBQ.
Where: Various locations including Tattooed Mom, 530 South Street, Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate the diverse communities in Upper Darby at this annual festival in Delco. The daylong event along Garrett Road includes a parade of flags (representing the dozens of home countries of Upper Darby residents), two performance stages and plenty of food vendors serving up delicacies from around the world.
Where: Five Points Intersection, 100 Garrett Road, Upper Darby, PA
Saturday, September 30, 2023 | 1-4 p.m. & 6-9 p.m.
Upgrade from peanuts and Cracker Jacks as you sip and sample more than 250 craft beer, wine and cocktail options at this annual ballpark bash. In addition to the adult beverages, this 21-plus party features plenty of yard games and multiple stations featuring live music. Day and night sessions are available, and VIP upgrades include added perks like early admission, Phillies alumni meet-and-greets, and photos in the Phils’ dugout.
Where: Citizens Bank Park, 1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, PA
Witness the work of top-tier Latin American and Caribbean mixologists during the fourth installment of the ever-popular Latinx Industry Night series. Co-sponsored by Visit Philadelphia, the public is invited to grab a bite, support underrepresented voices and indulge in exclusive culturally inspired cocktails — this time from the bartending masters at Post Haste, Charlie was a sinner, Jean-Georges Philadelphia and Vintage Wine Bar. The event is free to attend and open to anyone, with pay-as-you-go food and drinks.
Where: Bolo, 2025 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA
More than 100 Old City bars, restaurants and businesses take to the streets for this day of fall fun featuring street performances, handmade crafts, kid zones and plenty of tasty, pay-as-you-go food and drink options. The multi-block party runs along North 3rd Street between Market and Race streets and Arch Street from 2nd to 4th streets. Admission to Old City Fest is free.
Where: North 3rd Street between Market and Race streets and Arch Street between 2nd and 4th streets, Philadelphia, PA
East Coast meets West Coast in a collab between two culinary titans during the Voi•áge Dinner Series. The first of four to-be-announced dinners features James Beard Award-winning chefs and Thai food restauranteurs Chutatip ‘Nok’ Suntaranon and Justin Pichetrungsi. Dinner reservations can be made on Resy, a portion of the proceeds go toward charity and ticketholders get special discounts at select hotels (including the brand-new YOWIE).
Where: Kalaya, 4 W. Palmer Street, Philadelphia, PA
After a brief hiatus, one of Philly’s top culinary and performing arts events returns for a night of special dishes and cocktails from over 30 top restaurants and bars. Co-sponsored by Visit Philadelphia, FEASTIVAL’s headliners this year include Philly James Beard Award-winners Ellen Yin, Chutatip ‘Nok’ Suntaranon, Chad and Hanna Williams, and Toby Maloney. Tickets are required.
Where: FringeArts, 140 N. Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
Dates vary by event
Cue the German oompah and celebrate the season of brews, brats and block parties with over two dozen Oktoberfests all across Greater Philadelphia, including:
Where: Various locations including 23rd Street Armory, 22 S. 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA
The only way to fully experience Philly? Stay over.
Book the Visit Philly Overnight Package and get free hotel parking and choose-your-own-adventure perks.
Or maybe you’d prefer to buy two Philly hotel nights and get a third night for free? Then book the new Visit Philly 3-Day Stay package.
Which will you choose?
Fall for Philly all over again...