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Margaret Donnelly

Chief Critic · Top of Philly

Margaret Donnelly is Top of Philly's chief critic, covering the BYOB scene, the chef-driven and James Beard tier, and where the city's dining is headed. Analysis is built from the public review record, not press dinners.

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Guides by Margaret Donnelly

Where to Eat the Best Steakhouse in Philadelphia (2026)
Where to Eat the Best Steakhouse

Where to Eat the Best Steakhouse in Philadelphia (2026)

11 rooms
 Best French Restaurants in Greater Philadelphia (2026)
French

Best French Restaurants in Greater Philadelphia (2026)

9 rooms
 Best BBQ in Philadelphia (2026)
BBQ

Best BBQ in Philadelphia (2026)

8 rooms
 Most Romantic Restaurants in Philadelphia (2026)
Most Romantic

Most Romantic Restaurants in Philadelphia (2026)

8 rooms
 Seafood in Philadelphia: Local Favorites (2026)
Seafood

Seafood in Philadelphia: Local Favorites (2026)

8 rooms
 American in Philadelphia: 12 Local Favorites (2026)
American

American in Philadelphia: 12 Local Favorites (2026)

12 rooms
 12 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia (2026)
Restaurants

12 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia (2026)

12 rooms
 12 Best Brunch Restaurants in Philadelphia (2026)
Brunch

12 Best Brunch Restaurants in Philadelphia (2026)

12 rooms
 Best Chicken Tikka Masala in Philadelphia (2026)
Chicken Tikka Masala

Best Chicken Tikka Masala in Philadelphia (2026)

9 rooms
 Best Fajitas in Philadelphia (2026)
Fajitas

Best Fajitas in Philadelphia (2026)

9 rooms
 Best Nachos in Philadelphia (2026)
Nachos

Best Nachos in Philadelphia (2026)

9 rooms
 Where to Eat the Best New American in Philadelphia (2026)
Where to Eat the Best New American

Where to Eat the Best New American in Philadelphia (2026)

10 rooms

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