Barclay Prime
Restaurant · Rittenhouse
237 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Highlights
Library-themed steakhouse offering an extravagant wagyu cheesesteak
Library-themed steakhouse offering an extravagant wagyu cheesesteak
"When your group chat wants to feel fancy and everyone's received their bonus checks, make a reservation at Barclay Prime in Rittenhouse. There’s no better place to eat a ribeye and classic sides like creamy truffle mac and cheese and potato gratin in Philadelphia. And if your table is hoping to spot someone from the Phillies, this is definitely the place to do it." - candis mclean
"Oysters and a steakhouse go together like the summer and SPF. Maybe it’s the elaborate atmosphere. Maybe they’re just reliable places to eat anything that used to be in the ocean. And this swanky Rittenhouse steakhouse always has a rotation of East Coast oysters available, paired with a red wine mignonette that gets a little kick from the black pepper. You can usually find the dining room full of Philebrities or families celebrating a significant birthday. And you can usually find an order of shiny, smooth oysters on the table to kick things off." - candis mclean
"An upscale, luxe approach to the cheesesteak that offers high-end upgrades like Wagyu for diners seeking an over-the-top, pricier version of the classic." - Stephanie Gravalese
"Bottom line: if you’re looking for the city’s best steakhouse (or a shot at seeing Jalen Hurts eating tater tots), head to Barclay Prime in Rittenhouse. It’s not the most classic, but it’s definitely our favorite. It’s a long-running staple, but it still feels sexy and trendy, and the steak here is some of the best you’ll have in your life (especially the wagyu ribeye). There’s also a signature $140 cheesesteak that’s dripping with truffle cheese and foie gras and comes with a half-bottle of champagne. It’s ridiculous, decadent, and worth every penny. The best part about Barclay, though, is that you can easily come, not order meat, and still have a great time—no matter what you get, the service will make you feel as pampered as Oprah’s dogs." - candis mclean, alison kessler
"When you want to impress a client or date, or you just want to get up, close, and personal with a big steak, make a reservation at Barclay Prime. Also if you’re hoping to spot someone from Creed 3 or Rocky 8, this is definitely the place to do it." - candis mclean, alison kessler
