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Lacroix at The RittenhousevsParc Brasserie
Both restaurants are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Parc Brasserie scores marginally higher than Lacroix at The Rittenhouse. Parc Brasserie ranks #7 in Philadelphia with recommendations from 12 sources including Fodor's, Gayot and Philadelphia Inquirer.
Lacroix at The Rittenhouse
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The Infatuation
210 W Rittenhouse Sq, Rittenhouse Hotel, Philadelphia, PA 19103
From $41/night
Frommer's "Another top-notch hotel restaurant, Lacroix offers an amazing treetop view over Rittenhouse Square -- and an even more amazing menu that borders on daring." Full review
Zagat "When you want to "propose", "celebrate" or just "pamper yourself", devotees recommend the Rittenhouse Hotel's "top-drawer", "special-occasion" spot." Full review
Gayot14.0
"The seasonal menu offers either a tasting or a la carte experience, with chef Jon Cichon overseeing the kitchen." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Elegant restaurant on the second floor of the Rittenhouse Hotel ... with stunning views of Rittenhouse Square."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Set in the stately Rittenhouse Hotel, Lacroix is a restaurant of understated elegance." Full review
Not For Tourists "Luxe out at the Rittenhouse Hotel. Make a night of it."
Fodor's "Jonathan Cichon has proven himself to be a worthy successor to this luxe establishment and one who forges his own way with graceful dishes using seasonal, prestige ingredients." Full review
Where "Featuring sumptuous cuisine, a spectacular wine list and inviting décor, Lacroix has rightfully earned its reputation as one of the city’s best dining destinations." Full review
Time Out "Lacroix, the fine-dining restaurant in the Rittenhouse Hotel, serves a standard—and delicious—breakfast menu daily, but the Sunday brunch buffet is unlike anything else in the city." Full review
The Infatuation7.6
"Lacroix is a little slice of old school Philadelphia opulence. Their brunch buffet includes oysters, foie gras s’mores, hand-carved salmon, and sausage bao buns" Full review
Parc Brasserie Fodor's Frommer's Zagat
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277 South 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA
From $30/night
Fodor's "Restaurateur Stephen Starr's fondness for themes ... has reached perfection in this vast but meticulous stage set placed on Philadelphia's most desirable corner." Full review
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Ask for an indoor-outdoor table overlooking the park: you'll get generous views and the pleasant din of the 150 diners behind you without the deafening buzz that is the restaurant's one true downside.
Frommer's "This gleaming, patinaed, 250-plus-seat corner brasserie dominates the see-and-be-seen scene on Rittenhouse Square." Full review
Zagat ""Artsy versions" of classic dishes and "outdoor seats that are some of the most prized in the city"." Full review
BlackBook "Parc is less ostentatious than some of Starr's creations, and that's a good thing. A classic bistro where you'll never go wrong with the steak frites or côtes du Rhône."
Gayot13.0
"Stephen Starr's Parc channels the chic brasseries of Paris, complete with aproned waiters delivering steak frites and duck confit and the see-and-be-seen set." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Ideal for a light snack or a more leisurely meal, this French bistro offers many classics such as onion soup and escargots, as well as meat and fish platters and a choice of baguettes."
Philadelphia Inquirer "The amazingly crusty baguettes and country bread from pastry chef Frank Urso and his baker, Carlos Apricio, may be the best in the city." Full review
Rough Guide "Excellent French bistro right opposite ritzy Rittenhouse Square."
Not For Tourists "Fancy French bistro. Lobster cocktails."
Where "From Philly restaurateur Stephen Starr comes this see-and-be-seen French brasserie overlooking Rittenhouse Square." Full review
