Those who think cheesesteak when thinking Philly food: Think again. The city long known for American history, passionate sports fans and, yes, cheesesteaks, continues to emerge as one of the country’s finest culinary destinations. More than a decade of development has transformed the region’s dining scene from merely memorable to absolutely abundant.

Throughout the city and beyond, four-star dining rooms coexist with unassuming, note-perfect neighborhood bistros; boisterous upscale taprooms counterbalance romantic foodie hideaways; and family-operated Bring-Your-Own-Bottle (BYOB) establishments share the sidewalk with high-profile restaurants owned by star restaurateurs.

Check out our main dining section for the best of Philadelphia dining, including BYOBs, Alfresco and more.

You'll also want to visit the dining database of the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau for even more.