Tue Sep 17 05:43:58 UTC 2024: ## Philly Restaurants Offer Festive Rosh Hashanah Fare

With Rosh Hashanah approaching, Philadelphia’s vibrant food scene is offering an array of delicious options for celebrating the Jewish New Year. From classic deli favorites to innovative brunch platters, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

**Essen Bakery** is your go-to spot for sweet treats. Their honey cake, made with beer and apples, is a must-try, and their glazed honey cookies are sure to disappear quickly.

**Biederman’s Specialty Foods** is the place for a lavish Rosh Hashanah brunch. Their exquisite platters feature caviar, smoked fish, and an array of exotic spreads and bagels. They also offer High Holiday platters that cater to larger groups.

**Schlesinger’s** offers a complete Rosh Hashanah dinner package for $37 per person (with a four-person minimum). Choose from a starter like chopped liver, gefilte fish, or stuffed cabbage, and a main course like brisket, chicken, or a delicatessen platter.

**High Street Philly** is known for their flaky challah, which is a must-have for any Rosh Hashanah celebration. They are also offering special dinner specials, so stay tuned for details.

For bagels and smoked fish, **Kismet Bagels** is the place to be. Their wide selection of cream cheeses and impressive smoked fish will make your brunch memorable.

**Huda** offers a delicious milk-bun challah perfect for the holiday, along with their signature duck-broth matzo ball soup and honey panna cotta.

**Hershel’s East Side Deli** is a Reading Terminal Market staple famous for their legendary Jewish apple cake. It’s dense, moist, and scrumptious – the ultimate Jewish apple cake experience.

**Bart’s Bagels** serves up traditional Rosh Hashanah favorites like braised brisket, mushroom bisque, and potato kugel.

**Hymie’s** is a suburban Jewish deli known for its salmon, especially during Rosh Hashanah. Order it with their stuffed cabbage, potato kugel, and loaf cake for a satisfying meal.

**Manny’s Restaurant and Deli** in Southampton offers special dinner packages for four people at $140, featuring a variety of classic Jewish dishes.

**The Borscht Belt Delicatessen** in Newtown is renowned for their bagels and platters. For Rosh Hashanah, they’re offering a special feast for eight people at $275, or for four people at $140, including gefilte fish, matzo ball soup, brisket or roasted chicken, and more.

Whether you’re craving sweet treats, a luxurious brunch, or a traditional Rosh Hashanah dinner, these Philly restaurants have you covered. So, get your orders in and celebrate the Jewish New Year in style!

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