The Toughest Reservations In Philly Right Now (And How To Get Them) - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"Verdict: Any Philly restaurant within the vicinity of the Italian Market is a guaranteed lock to be popular, but especially the ones serving incredible pasta. With its charming antiques and the scent of marinara hitting you as soon as you walk in, Fiorella is designed to be the ultimate carb-fueled crowd pleaser. It’s not stuffy or fancy, and the dishes are well-executed, creative takes on Italian staples. Don’t let the vintage fixtures fool you—it’s not the old days when slipping a 20 to a server translates to a seat. Here, they open up reservations 30 days in advance while bar seats are held for walk-ins when available. Securing a walk-in spot might be as rare as winning Wonka’s golden ticket, but it’s worth the attempt (otherwise take a 4pm reservation, which is the only time they occasionally have open)." - candis mclean