Philadelphia’s roughly 1.2 million Catholics are looking for meatless Friday options. With two Fridays left during Lent this year, here are a few more restaurant and meal ideas for a delicious meat free dish.
Loch Bar– Located on Philadelphia’s vibrant Avenue of the Arts in the heart of the city, Loch Bar is a classic seafood tavern that blends the best of land and sea. With a menu full of Lent-friendly options like Carb & Artichoke Dip, Sea Scallop Crudo, Roasted Artichoke and so much more, Loch Bar is an immersive journey perfect for repeat Friday night Lent meals.
Dolce Italian– Capturing the timeless spirit of Fellini’s 1960s Rome, Dolce Italian truly brings ‘la dolce vita’ to life with its effortless charm and approachable sophistication. Dolce’s Lent-friendly options include everything from a fresh Baby Artichoke Salad and Burrata Panzanella to Seafood Cacciucco and Truffled Spinach Ravioli.
Pizzeria Stella– Located in the heart of Society Hill, Pizzeria Stella is a cozy atmosphere marked by a wood-burning oven that produces some of the best pizzas in town. Pizzeria Stella serves meat-free salads and antipasti including crisp Calamari Fritte and Arancini, pastas including Linguine Cacio e Pepe and Spaghetti Pomodoro, and pizzas ranging from Margherita and Marinara, to Mushroom and Pistachio.
The Dandelion– Featuring beloved classics like Welsh rarebit, fish and chips and a UK cheese board, The Dandelion is a sophisticated homage to the British pub perfect for a meat-free meal. Whether you’re planning for a Friday afternoon tea or a full meal, The Dandelion idiosyncratic seating areas, bars, hallways, rooms and nooks, are the perfect destination for an intimate meal.
Council Oak Steaks & Seafood– Overlooking the famed Atlantic City Boardwalk, Council Oak Steaks & Seafood is renowned for its fresh seafood selections. Its award-winning menu includes elevated classics such as their iconic raw bar sampler consisting of Alaskan king crab, Maine lobster, shrimp cocktail, and East Coast oysters and a wood-fired octopus alongside comforting favorites like New England Clam Chowder, and Maryland crab cakes Additionally, the menu features wood-fired seafood specialties such as Day Boat Scallops with truffled risotto, butternut squash puree and sage, and seabass with carrot, pickled beech mushrooms and citrus brown butter.
Kuro– Kuro is an exciting new-style Japanese concept featuring contemporary artisanal dishes using locally sourced and imported ingredients directly from Japan. Offering the freshest sushi, sashimi and hand rolls, premium seafood, a variety of Robata Charcoal Grill skewers, and delectable desserts, Kuro is your ultimate Lent destination.
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