4 Of America's 100 Best Restaurants Are In Pennsylvania, 2016 Survey Shows

Four Pennsylvania restaurants are considered among the 100 best in America, according to a 2016 survey from a well-respected critics' group that assists food establishments.

OpenTable, which assists in evaluating and providing reservation services for restaurants, just came out with its "100 Best Restaurants in America for 2016" list, and four restaurants from throughout the state are there.

These restaurants "are consistently putting out delicious dishes, providing impeccable service, and paying attention to every detail to orchestrate one-of-a-kind dining experiences time and again," according to OpenTable on its website.

The list of honorees is based on an analysis from more than 10 million reviews of more than 24,000 restaurants across the country — all submitted by verified diners.

Here are the five restaurants and their locations, as well as their food specialties and a link for reservations, with a short description of each:

• Bibou, Philadelphia, French: RESERVE NOW ~ "Chef Pierre Calmels offers a set menu 7-course for $100/guest. Please advise of dietary restrictions upon reservation."
• Bolete Restaurant, Bethlehem, Contemporary American: RESERVE NOW ~ "At Bolete we believe the integrity of our ingredients defines the food. Everything is handcrafted in house."
• Vetri, Philadelphia, Italian: RESERVE NOW ~ "A rustic eleven table dining room located in Center City Philadelphia, Vetri specializes in authentic Northern Italian dining featuring homemade pasta."
• Zahav, Philadelphia, Middle Eastern: RESERVE NOW ~ "You will receive a confirmation email after you have booked."

OpenTable says it helps restaurants grow and run their businesses, and enables "diners to discover and book the perfect table every time they dine..

"Our story is one of connection—among diners, restaurants, and their communities," according to OpenTable. "As we span countries and cultures, we’re very aware of an essential ingredient in making the power of our products possible: you. You are the reason why we work hard to be one step ahead of the moment and what inspires us to embody the true spirit of hospitality. So, pull up a chair and join us."

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