People, tables, and a whole lot of food lined the streets of Philadelphia on Sunday to kick off Center City District Restaurant Week .
“I told the waitress, ‘Bring everything. We want everything,'” said Roderick Rogers from Chestnut Hill.
One set of friends had a little taste of everything on the menu at SamPan, from lo mein to dumplings to fried rice.
“The vibe, the fusion, everything is served family style, so definitely a fun place to check out and eat with friends,” said Assistant General Manager Gianna Spatoulas.
“We’re foodies,” said Rogers. “We love to eat, so the more the merrier for us.”
Organizers said this year, more than 110 restaurants are participating, which is the most they’ve had since before the COVID pandemic.
Guests can choose cuisines ranging from American to Mexican, Caribbean, Mediterranean, and more.
It’s the homemade Italian food at Gran Caffe L’Aquila that enticed the Morilla family to drive nearly two hours from Maryland.
“I love it,” said Griselda Morilla. “I feel like it’s unique. I love the food, and I love the place.”