If you’re looking for a splurge-worthy dinner that you’ll remember forever, look no further than Chef Nich Bazik’s latest venture, which opened in summer 2024. With Philly staples like James, Fork, and The Good King Tavern on his resume, he knows a thing or two about the city’s food scene. Provenance, called “Philly’s most ambitious restaurant” by Jason Sheehan of Philadelphia Magazine, aims to serve Michelin-caliber cuisine that’s as innovative and unexpected as it is stunning.
The ever-evolving menu, which is split into four courses that total 20 to 25 dishes, puts an emphasis on seafood. You’ll start with raw bar-inspired canapes and seasonal produce before savoring partially cooked and cooked seafood, an entree, salad, and a series of desserts. Think everything from golden Osetra caviar with sweet potato to prawn with quince vinegar to smoked trout with chili oil.
You’ll also note hybrid dishes that put the resto’s French roots and Korean influence on display—homages to both Bazik’s career and his wife’s Korean heritage—like sweet adzuki soufflé and samgwang rice with lamb belly, truffle, and aged Parmesan.
The vibe: Minimalist French fine dining meets modern Korean, with a focus on seafood—in a 200-year-old row home
The food: An unforgettable four-course, 20- to 25-dish tasting menu
The drink: A sommelier-curated wine pairing, as well as non-alcoholic pairings and a full bar
Time Out tip: With reservation-only seatings at 5:30 and 8:30pm four nights per week, it can be tricky to get a table. Reservations are released on the first of every month at noon, so head to Resy then to book for the following month.