Parc
Philadelphia
At a glance
Parc is a French bistro overlooking Rittenhouse Square at 227 South 18th Street in Philadelphia. Its setting combines the leafy public square with the look and rhythm of a Parisian café, creating a restaurant suited to meals that unfold at an unhurried pace. Sidewalk tables extend the dining room into the square, with the surrounding streets and trees providing a lively urban backdrop.
The restaurant follows the schedule of a traditional French café, with service spanning breakfast, lunch, afternoon drinks, dinner and brunch. Mornings center on coffee, pastries and familiar breakfast plates, while later meals draw from the broader bistro tradition. The menu includes French and French-inspired fare across seafood, salads, sandwiches, hors d'oeuvres, charcuterie, cheese and brasserie-style entrées. A dedicated dessert selection and an extensive wine offering round out the experience.
Parc's style is polished without losing the casual social character associated with a neighborhood brasserie. The atmosphere works for a morning coffee, a daytime meal, an afternoon apéritif or an evening occasion. The dining room and outdoor tables both support different kinds of visits, from a relaxed meal with friends to a more celebratory gathering.
Classic French flavors form the foundation, while the menu also includes contemporary touches and ingredients drawn from different parts of the broader European dining tradition. Seafood preparations, traditional egg dishes, baked and gratinéed plates, seasonal produce and carefully presented composed salads give the menu range across the day. Breakfast and brunch offer a lighter café format, while dinner allows more time for shared starters, wine and several courses.
Located beside Rittenhouse Square, Parc suits diners looking for a distinctly French setting in Center City, whether the occasion calls for a pastry and coffee, a business lunch, an afternoon drink or a full dinner. Its combination of square-side seating, all-day café culture and classic bistro cooking defines the restaurant's character.
