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Le Bec-Fin

1523 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 567-1000
lebecfin.com
4 star rating based on 102 reviews
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Hours
Mon-Fri 11:30am-9pm Sat 6pm-9:30pm  
Status: Closed  
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tel: (215) 567-1000

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tel: (215) 568-1151

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Business Description from the Web

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Since 1970, chef and owner Georges Perrier has reigned supreme at this Philadelphia landmark near Rittenhouse Square. It was redesigned in 2002—"everything but the chandeliers," says Perrier—to convey the elegance of a 19th-century Parisian dining salon. The chef maintains his reputation with consistently top-drawer service, constant menu development, and immaculate execution. The crab cake... more
Posted by concierge on March 01, 2009

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The turn-of the century décor is a perfect match for the elegant nouvelle French cuisine at this favorite Philadelphia restaurant. For starters, try the tuna sashimi, chilled white asparagus soup, or their signature crab cakes. Escargots are served in a champagne hazelnut butter sauce – a creative twist on the traditional wine and garlic sauce. Entrees include Guinea hen perfumed with fennel... more
Posted by 10best on October 23, 2008

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For many years this outpost of cuisine from Lyon, with gold-colored walls and gleaming crystal chandeliers that resemble those at Versailles, set a stratospherically high standard for Philadelphia. There is still sufficient acclaim to require an advance reservation of a month or more to garner a table on Saturday night. The popular galette de crab (a sublime crab cake) is a signature... more
Posted by fodors on September 29, 2007
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A list of about 600 vintages includes Margaux from Chateau Palmer and shockingly affordable selections from small producers around the world.
Posted by Citysearch on September 12, 2009

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No reservation? Slip downstairs to the first-come, first-serve Bar Lyonnais, where you can order a la carte from the upstairs menu.
Posted by Citysearch on September 12, 2009

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Philly's famed top restaurant takes a bold step and now offers a much more approachable a la carte menu in lieu of its one time set menus.
Posted by Citysearch on September 12, 2009

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The ultimate French restaurant serves upscale cuisine in an elegant, stately atmosphere.

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In Short Philadelphia's best-known French bistro resembles a Parisian salon with gold-silk wall coverings, mirrors, elegant chandeliers, plush claret chairs and silver place settings. The food strikes a balance between rich and light. Escargots swim in hazelnut champagne butter. Perrier's airy signature crab cake is atop swirls of country mustard. Dover sole is atop herb gnocchi. The... more
Posted by Contributor on April 21, 2009, (Edited April 28, 2008)

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Let it not be said that Georges Perrier is afraid of change. It might take him a while, but the culinary impresario of Le Bec-Fin is making adaptations to attract younger diners to his French restaurant. Now, select the six-course menu for $138, or a four-course option, priced at $90 and served Monday through Thursday. Ensconced in a gorgeous setting with crystal chandeliers, waited upon by... more
Posted by gayot on July 09, 2007

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For those who love jewel-box surroundings and multicourse, formal meals, Le Bec-Fin is the destination dining spot that has been ruled for almost 4 decades by owner/chef Georges Perrier. The chef, who is a celebrity in Philadelphia, hails from Lyon, France's gastronomic capital, and is a favorite of critics such as Esquire 's John Mariani. Perrier himself mans the stove and is frequently seen... more
Posted by frommers on April 04, 2007

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I had a great experience at Le Bec-Fin. I've always heard about it and the luxury it brings to those who could afford it. Aha - Restaurant week! A chance for us young working class! So my boyfriend & I decided to give it a try & got all dolled up. We had to push back our reservation an hour due to work, but they were very cordial & obliging on the phone.

SO, great experience, lovely & really... more
Posted by MRS19129 on September 30, 2009

Shocked-Was the "B" team on duty that night?

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Having moved to Philadelphia recently we heard nothing but good things about Le Bec-Fin and how it was one of the top fine dining restaurant in the city. My husband and I decided to check it out on a Tuesday night in May 2009 for our 2 year wedding anniversary. I've dined at some of the best restaurants in the world such as The French Laundry, Benoit in Paris, and Grammercy Tavern (to name a... more
Posted by MKGFoodie on July 30, 2009

Go for the experience

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You are in Philadelphia - the best thing the city offers is dining experience. And of the restaurants, Le Bec Fin is the one most talked of. So go.
The service is what differentiates this place from all others. Sensible, sweet, suave - Impeccable. It's not in-your-face service, but the staff is very considerate. They know they're upscale and they are leisurely about it. It feels nice. ... more
Posted by oxjinixo on April 21, 2009, (Edited March 17, 2008)
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