Little Water’s Caesar Salad May Just Be Philly’s Best
Little Water is the second Philly restaurant from Randy and Amanda Rucker, the husband-wife duo behind modern American mainstay River Twice. While the sleek wood-paneled place is always packed at dinner, the lunch service is also a great time and location for business meals or playing hooky during the daytime.
What to order
- The Caesar-like salad ($21), a heaping pile of little gem lettuce leaves sprinkled with nori and dusted with St. Malachi cheese, is among the best salads in the city.
- The whole fried snapper ($75) makes an impact at dinner, served with a savory caramel and tender cabbage.
- At lunch, come for the fried oyster BLT ($21), a seafood-heavy take on the classic sandwich.
Best for
The quiet ambiance and elevated options make this a good option for a work-related lunch, where you can be sure your boss will find something at once comforting and fancy. At night, the vibe is date nights and small groups celebrating special occasions.
Insider tip
The best seat in the house is one of just a few seats at the raw bar, where you can watch your platter of oysters being shucked and plated.