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The interior of K’Far in Rittenhouse.
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Where to Eat Lunch Near Rittenhouse

Quick and delicious options for a midday meal

by Eater Staff and Sarah Maiellano Updated
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The interior of K’Far in Rittenhouse.
| Michael Persico
by Eater Staff and Sarah Maiellano Updated

Rittenhouse is one of Philly’s densest neighborhoods in terms of residents and offices. That means it’s also full of restaurants offering everything from fast food to fine dining. Throw away the sad desk salads and break out of the lunch rut with these featured restaurants.

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Harper's Garden

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This seasonal restaurant known for its cocktails and patio offers dishes like a grilled shrimp burger, vegan risotto, carrot ginger soup, and several salads during lunch hours.

31 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 886-8552
(267) 886-8552

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Rione

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Find a huge variety of Roman-style pizza at Rione, not to mention gooey risotto balls, stacked panini sandwiches, and simple salads.

100.5 S 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 575-9075
(215) 575-9075

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Sobol

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Sobol’s photogenic, customizable lunch bowls include acai, pitaya, and green bowls topped with fresh fruit and granola. They’re also gluten- and dairy-free and can easily be made vegan.

46 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 634-9550
(215) 634-9550

Vic Sushi Bar

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Vic has a reputation for being a good value option for sushi in Philly. The lunch and dinner menus are the same — expect an extensive selection of nigiri, rolls, and combinations. Free delivery is also available for orders over $15.

2035 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 564-4339
(215) 564-4339

K'Far Cafe Philadelphia

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Rittenhouse is Solomonov central, including this Israeli bakery that is a terrific option for both breakfast and lunch. For the latter meal, a smattering of salads and bowls join the rankings of standout pastries like the pistachio sticky bun and a variety of borekas, Jerusalem bagel sandwiches, and decadently topped toasts.

110 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 800-7200
(267) 800-7200
jerusalem bagel sandwich
A Jerusalem bagel from K’Far.
Michael Persico

The Dandelion

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The lunch menu at this homey pub from restaurateur Stephen Starr offers classics like Welsh rarebit and fish and chips, a pint of prawns as a shrimp cocktail riff, several sandwiches, and a handful of pastas.

124 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 558-2500
(215) 558-2500

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Zama

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Fancy bento boxes and lunch sets are the move at this upscale Japanese restaurant from chef Hiroyuki “Zama” Tanaka. Consider an agedashi tofu bento or an I Love Tuna lunch set. Serious sushi fans have plenty from which to choose a la carte — find lettuce wraps and rock shrimp tempura among the snacks.

128 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 568-1027
(215) 568-1027

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Revolution Taco

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Creative takes on tacos fill the menu at Revolution Taco: sweet and sour chicken, Korean-style beef, roast duck in a scallion pancake shell. Vegan eaters will appreciate the barbecue cauliflower tacos.

2015 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 639-5681
(267) 639-5681

Luke's Lobster

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It’s a bit of an extravagance, but getting lobster for lunch can turn any ho-hum workday around. Luke’s flies in its wild-caught crustaceans from cold waters up north directly to its Rittenhouse restaurant. Each lobster roll is dressed with lemon butter, mayo, and a secret seasoning blend. Sides include a crisp poppy seed slaw and the cold case is full of sodas from Maine.

130 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 564-1415
(215) 564-1415
three rolls filled with seafood.
A trio of seafood rolls.
Luke’s Lobster

Goldie

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Everything on the short menu at this counter-service spot from the Zahav team is excellent, but don’t miss the dairy-free, tahini-based shakes in flavors like Turkish coffee. Fortunately the lunchtime line for Goldie’s falafel sandwich, falafel-topped salad, and shawarma-spiced fries moves quickly.

1526 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(267) 239-0777
(267) 239-0777
A falafel sandwich wrapped in foil and tissue paper.
Falafel from Goldie.
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Dandan Rittenhouse

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For a quick dose of Sichuan or Taiwanese fare, turn to Dandan for scallion pancakes, dry-pepper french fries, hand-wrapped cumin lamb noodles, and three-cup chicken. Naturally, the eponymous dan dan noodles are a fan favorite.

126 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 800-1165
(215) 800-1165

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Pizzeria Vetri

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Rittenhouse has plenty of pizza options, but this pizzeria serving Neapolitan-style wood-fired pies stands out. Bubbly, blistered crust gets topped with imported Italian ingredients like mozzarella, prosciutto, and San Marzano tomatoes. The salads are good, too.

1615 Chancellor St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 763-3760
(215) 763-3760
A blistered pie topped with mozzarella, sauce and basil.
A margherita pizza from Pizzeria Vetri.
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Monk's Cafe

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For those in a position to have a beer with lunch, Monk’s is a great option for its Belgian selection. Pair with mussels offered in a variety of preparations, some excellent frites, and a damn good burger.

264 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 545-7005
(215) 545-7005
Mussels, fries, and beer in the background.
Mussels with bacon, leeks, and bleu cheese from Monk’s.
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Harper's Garden

31 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

This seasonal restaurant known for its cocktails and patio offers dishes like a grilled shrimp burger, vegan risotto, carrot ginger soup, and several salads during lunch hours.

31 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 886-8552
(267) 886-8552

Rione

100.5 S 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Find a huge variety of Roman-style pizza at Rione, not to mention gooey risotto balls, stacked panini sandwiches, and simple salads.

100.5 S 21st St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 575-9075
(215) 575-9075

Sobol

46 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Sobol’s photogenic, customizable lunch bowls include acai, pitaya, and green bowls topped with fresh fruit and granola. They’re also gluten- and dairy-free and can easily be made vegan.

46 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 634-9550
(215) 634-9550

Vic Sushi Bar

2035 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Vic has a reputation for being a good value option for sushi in Philly. The lunch and dinner menus are the same — expect an extensive selection of nigiri, rolls, and combinations. Free delivery is also available for orders over $15.

2035 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 564-4339
(215) 564-4339

K'Far Cafe Philadelphia

110 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Rittenhouse is Solomonov central, including this Israeli bakery that is a terrific option for both breakfast and lunch. For the latter meal, a smattering of salads and bowls join the rankings of standout pastries like the pistachio sticky bun and a variety of borekas, Jerusalem bagel sandwiches, and decadently topped toasts.

110 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 800-7200
(267) 800-7200
jerusalem bagel sandwich
A Jerusalem bagel from K’Far.
Michael Persico

The Dandelion

124 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

The lunch menu at this homey pub from restaurateur Stephen Starr offers classics like Welsh rarebit and fish and chips, a pint of prawns as a shrimp cocktail riff, several sandwiches, and a handful of pastas.

124 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 558-2500
(215) 558-2500

Zama

128 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Fancy bento boxes and lunch sets are the move at this upscale Japanese restaurant from chef Hiroyuki “Zama” Tanaka. Consider an agedashi tofu bento or an I Love Tuna lunch set. Serious sushi fans have plenty from which to choose a la carte — find lettuce wraps and rock shrimp tempura among the snacks.

128 S 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 568-1027
(215) 568-1027

Revolution Taco

2015 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Creative takes on tacos fill the menu at Revolution Taco: sweet and sour chicken, Korean-style beef, roast duck in a scallion pancake shell. Vegan eaters will appreciate the barbecue cauliflower tacos.

2015 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 639-5681
(267) 639-5681

Luke's Lobster

130 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

It’s a bit of an extravagance, but getting lobster for lunch can turn any ho-hum workday around. Luke’s flies in its wild-caught crustaceans from cold waters up north directly to its Rittenhouse restaurant. Each lobster roll is dressed with lemon butter, mayo, and a secret seasoning blend. Sides include a crisp poppy seed slaw and the cold case is full of sodas from Maine.

130 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 564-1415
(215) 564-1415
three rolls filled with seafood.
A trio of seafood rolls.
Luke’s Lobster

Goldie

1526 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Everything on the short menu at this counter-service spot from the Zahav team is excellent, but don’t miss the dairy-free, tahini-based shakes in flavors like Turkish coffee. Fortunately the lunchtime line for Goldie’s falafel sandwich, falafel-topped salad, and shawarma-spiced fries moves quickly.

1526 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(267) 239-0777
(267) 239-0777
A falafel sandwich wrapped in foil and tissue paper.
Falafel from Goldie.
Michael Persico

Dandan Rittenhouse

126 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102

For a quick dose of Sichuan or Taiwanese fare, turn to Dandan for scallion pancakes, dry-pepper french fries, hand-wrapped cumin lamb noodles, and three-cup chicken. Naturally, the eponymous dan dan noodles are a fan favorite.

126 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 800-1165
(215) 800-1165

Pizzeria Vetri

1615 Chancellor St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Rittenhouse has plenty of pizza options, but this pizzeria serving Neapolitan-style wood-fired pies stands out. Bubbly, blistered crust gets topped with imported Italian ingredients like mozzarella, prosciutto, and San Marzano tomatoes. The salads are good, too.

1615 Chancellor St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 763-3760
(215) 763-3760
A blistered pie topped with mozzarella, sauce and basil.
A margherita pizza from Pizzeria Vetri.
Pizzeria Vetri

Monk's Cafe

264 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102

For those in a position to have a beer with lunch, Monk’s is a great option for its Belgian selection. Pair with mussels offered in a variety of preparations, some excellent frites, and a damn good burger.

264 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 545-7005
(215) 545-7005
Mussels, fries, and beer in the background.
Mussels with bacon, leeks, and bleu cheese from Monk’s.
Missy Frederick/Eater

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