Upstares at Varalli

Whether you fancy something unfamiliar such as Grilled Swordfish, or those good ol' favorites like fish and chips, Upstares at Varalli always delivers. Serving up a host of Italian delicacies (think Eggplant Mascarpone, Chicken Boscaiola Risotto, Grilled Filet Mignon, and the like), it satisfies your appetite without creating a dent in your wallet! And while you tuck in, enjoy a view of the...

Center City trattoria with view of Avenue of the Arts serves northern Italian cuisine contained in glamorous dining rooms.

The large horseshoe-shaped bar can accommodate 15 patrons.

With its second floor vantage point, directly across from the Academy of Music, the view is as good as the Italian murals on the rear walls, and there's a pleasant buzz in the room. Upstares at Varelli's offers location, location, location, swift service and tasty Italian food. The expansive menu offers a lot of everything---antipasti, salads, pasta and risotto, meats and seafood---just the...

The “last of the classics” along the evolving Avenue of the Arts, this “vivacious” Northern Italian “maintains its quality” through “delicious” and “elegant” fare “with a seafood slant”; “efficient” servers “accommodate every need” to keep customers “comfortable”, and the $35 early-bird prix fixe “deal” helps make it “perfect” “for pre-theater dining.”

Center City trattoria with view of Avenue of the Arts serves northern Italian cuisine contained in glamorous dining rooms.

Our goal is to make your dining experience in Center City memorable. Upstares at Varalli features Northern Italian cuisine and fresh seafood with an exciting view of the Avenue of the Arts (across the street from the Academy of Music and Kimmel Center). Sotto Varalli is just below, and has the same menu offerings in a more spacious, playful atmosphere. Both restaurants additionally offer...