Brad Spence

Chef
Brad Spence

Philadelphia

My Venues

Accolades

  • Nominee for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic
    James Beard Foundation
  • 3-Bell Review
    Philadelphia Inquirer
  • Top 10 Places for Pasta in the Country
    Bon Appétit
  • 50 Best Places to Eat Right Now
    Philadelphia magazine
  • ChefsFeed Winner
    One of the Best Things to Eat in Philly

Where I Go Out

Meatloaf Parmesan sandwich
Meatloaf Parmesan sandwich
Paesano's Philly Style
$, Sandwiches, Italian, North Philadelphia
"The sandwiches at Peter McAndrews' shop are so good, I once took my two sous chefs there and we ordered every sandwich on the menu. My favorite is the Meatloaf Parmesan, layered with peppers, red sauce, mozzarella, and sharp Provolone."
Brad Spence
Chef
Brad Spence
Amis
Dan dan noodles
Dan dan noodles
Han Dynasty
$$$, Happy Hour, Chinese, Reservations, Full Bar, Center City East
"I love the sweet and sour flavor of the pork tossed through the thin Chinese noodles at Han Dynasty. Plus, owner Han Chiang is always fun to hang out with!"
Brad Spence
Chef
Brad Spence
Amis
Hummus-masbacha
Hummus-masbacha
Zahav
$$$, Happy Hour, Full Bar, Israeli, Center City East
"Mike Solomonov makes the best hummus outside Israel. His tahini and chickpea purée at Zahav is extra creamy and served with made-to-order laffa, an Iraqi flatbread."
Brad Spence
Chef
Brad Spence
Amis
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At My Venues

Swordfish meatballs
Amis Trattoria
$$, Italian, Cocktail, Tapas,
"The swordfish meatballs at Amis are the essence of the sea, providing a surprising explosion of flavor in such a small package. The moistness, the saltiness (I believe it's anchovy) and the occasional crunch of the pine nuts constantly surprise me with layers of flavor."
David Ansill
Chef
David Ansill
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