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North America United States Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Dining El Vez

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El Vez

The guide was updated: 2023-10-25

For the best local Tex-Mex, stop by El Vez and go all out on tacos, nachos, and quesadillas. Frequent visitors recommend you try the guacamole and the blood orange margarita. Another good suggestion is the taco sampler, which allows you to try a few flavors at once.

Useful Information

Address: 121 South 13th Street, Philadelphia
Opening hours: Sun–Thu 11:30am–10pm Fri & Sat 11:30am–11pm
Website: elvezrestaurant.com
Public Transport: Walnut Street & 13th Street
Phone: +1 215 928 9800
Email: elvez.info@starr-restaurants.com

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Lacroix at the Rittenhouse

Lacroix at the Rittenhouse

Located in the heart of Philadelphia's Center City, in the elegant Rittenhouse Hotel, Lacroix offers an upscale dining experience that is truly unmatched. Indulge in its award-winning cuisine featuring a global menu prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients and fine wines, plus a chef's table, and a tasting menu with kitchen seating.

El Vez

El Vez

For the best local Tex-Mex, stop by El Vez and go all out on tacos, nachos, and quesadillas. Frequent visitors recommend you try the guacamole and the blood orange margarita. Another good suggestion is the taco sampler, which allows you to try a few flavors at once.

Pizzeria Beddia

Pizzeria Beddia

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Pumpkin BYOB

Pumpkin BYOB

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Chart House

Chart House

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Buddakan

Buddakan

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The Capital Grille

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Zahav

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Amada

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Talula's Garden

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Tommy DiNic's

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Kanella

Kanella

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