Where to Eat

Located just two blocks from bustling Rittenhouse Square, there are many restaurants within walking distance to Plays & Players Theater.

We recommend the following:

Branzino Italian Ristorante
261 S. 17th Street
215-790-0103
http://www.branzinophilly.com
Branzino's is a partner restaurant with 1812 Productions and is a favorite of 1812's Board President! 1812 patrons receive a 10% discount Sunday-Thursdays (simply show your ticket to receive the discount) at this BYO known for fresh seafood and wonderful pasta dishes.

Monk’s Café
264 S. 16th Street (on 16th Street between Spruce & Locust)
www.monkscafe.com
Monk’s is a favorite of the 1812 staff. A fantastic brewpub, they not only have one of the best beer selections in Philadelphia, but some of the best mussels you’ll have anywhere! A true Belgian-style pub within walking distance to the theater.

Devon Seafood Grill
225 S. 18th Street (on Rittenhouse Square)
215-546-5940
www.devonseafood.com
This upscale seafood restaurant has great atmosphere and also features seating at their large bar and great Happy Hour specials.

Parc
227 S. 18th Street (on Rittenhouse Square)
215-545-2262
www.parc-restaurant.com
This trendy French bistro from Philadelphia’s own Stephen Starr is a great place to people-watch, especially on lovely evenings—it looks right onto Rittenhouse Square.

a.kitchen
135 S. 18th Street, located at AKA Rittenhouse Hotel, at 18th & Walnut Streets
215-825-7030
www.akitchenphilly.com

Black Sheep Pub
247 S. 17th Street (on 17th Street between Spruce & Locust)
215-545-9473
www.blacksheeppub.com
If you’re looking for some good pub food at very reasonable prices, this is the place for you! Laid-back, with bars and tables on two floors, they also have a great beer selection.

La Fontana Della Citta
Located at the corner of 17th & Spruce Streets
215-875-9990
www.lafontanadellacitta.com
This charming BYO has great Italian food at reasonable prices.

Double Down

Scott Greer, Tony Braithwaite

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