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== Dining and Nightlife ==

Old City offers a diverse dining scene, from upscale restaurants to casual eateries:

'''Fine Dining & Notable Restaurants'''
* '''Fork''' — Farm-to-table pioneer since 1997, rated 8.8, one of Philadelphia's best
* '''Amada''' — Jose Garces's original Spanish tapas, known for gambas al ajillo and patatas bravas
* '''Buddakan''' — Asian fusion in dramatic setting with signature wasabi mashed potatoes
* '''Zahav''' — (technically Society Hill, steps away) — Silky tehina hummus, James Beard winner
* '''Ogawa Sushi & Kappo''' — High-end omakase, rated 8.5

'''Japanese & Asian'''
* '''Tomo Sushi & Ramen''' — BYOB sushi and ramen, rated 8.6
* '''Tuna Bar''' — Consistent neighborhood sushi spot
* '''Buk Chon''' — Korean BYOB with classics under $20
* '''Han Dynasty''' — Sichuan Chinese

'''Casual Dining'''
* '''City Tavern''' — Recreated 18th-century tavern serving colonial-era recipes
* '''BlackHen''' — Soul food with irresistible fried chicken
* '''Sonny's Famous Steaks''' — Cheesesteaks

'''Bars & Nightlife'''
Old City has one of Philadelphia's most active bar scenes, concentrated on 2nd and 3rd Streets:
* '''National Mechanics''' — Craft beer in a historic bank building
* '''48 Record Bar''' — Vinyl listening bar with excellent cocktails
* '''Khyber Pass Pub''' — Institution with cheap beers, live music, and Cajun food
* '''Sassafras Bar''' — Intimate cocktail bar in a haunted-house-style space
* '''Cuba Libre''' — Cuban restaurant and bar
* '''Fringe Bar''' — Large patio with Delaware River views

The neighborhood is particularly busy on Friday and Saturday nights and can become congested during major events.