Center City's Restaurant Week Has Been Extended Due to Winter Storms
Due to severe weather conditions that caused widespread closures and cancellations over the weekend, Center City District has extended its restaurant week through February 4. The original schedule was set to run from January 18-31, but the organization has decided to keep the special deals going for an additional two weeks.
The event, which originally aimed to boost local businesses during the slower winter months, will now offer discounted prix fixe dinners at over 60 participating restaurants across the neighborhood. All 122 restaurants involved in the promotion have been offered the extension, and Center City District is urging residents to take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy a special meal out.
Restaurant weeks are a staple for many cities during the colder months, and Center City's event has proven successful in the past. In January 2025, the district reported a 9% increase in overall services and a 19% increase between 4-10 pm at participating businesses compared to surrounding periods.
Other neighborhoods have also announced their own restaurant weeks, including Northern Liberties, which started on Monday and will run until February 8, and East Passyunk, set for February 23-March 6. Giavana Suraci Pruiti, Director of Promotions and Activations at Center City District, expressed the importance of these events in reviving the workweek: "Center City District Restaurant Week gives us the opportunity to step out on a cold winter night... It takes the monotony out of the workweek by making any night a special occasion."
Due to severe weather conditions that caused widespread closures and cancellations over the weekend, Center City District has extended its restaurant week through February 4. The original schedule was set to run from January 18-31, but the organization has decided to keep the special deals going for an additional two weeks.
The event, which originally aimed to boost local businesses during the slower winter months, will now offer discounted prix fixe dinners at over 60 participating restaurants across the neighborhood. All 122 restaurants involved in the promotion have been offered the extension, and Center City District is urging residents to take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy a special meal out.
Restaurant weeks are a staple for many cities during the colder months, and Center City's event has proven successful in the past. In January 2025, the district reported a 9% increase in overall services and a 19% increase between 4-10 pm at participating businesses compared to surrounding periods.
Other neighborhoods have also announced their own restaurant weeks, including Northern Liberties, which started on Monday and will run until February 8, and East Passyunk, set for February 23-March 6. Giavana Suraci Pruiti, Director of Promotions and Activations at Center City District, expressed the importance of these events in reviving the workweek: "Center City District Restaurant Week gives us the opportunity to step out on a cold winter night... It takes the monotony out of the workweek by making any night a special occasion."
center city's extension is, like, totally awesome considering all the closures due to winter storms 
it makes sense that they'd want to keep the deals going since people are already stuck indoors 
but i'm curious, how's the demand looking for these discounted meals? and do u think this will become a staple event in center city or is it just another thing that comes and goes?
? i was so down for that, and now i'm like extra excited cuz it means i get to try more restaurants and stuff! winter storms are literally ruining our plans lol. center city district is all about supporting local businesses, which is awesome. and it's not just about the food (although, let's be real, that's a big part of it 
they got 60+ spots & all ur fave restaurants r doin prix fixe dinners @ super low prices. its like a mini vacation from work lol. & yaaas, its not just about the food (although thats def the best part 
i'm thinkin of checkin it out dis weekend
. And, you know, it's not just about the food – it's about the experience. Reminds me of when I used to go out with friends on Friday nights in 2012, before the city became super busy 
. Anyways, Northern Liberties is doing their own thing too, so we gotta support all the neighborhoods 
. The prices are gonna be pretty sweet tho...
- 9% increase in services is crazy! and the fact that it's extended until Feb 4? 
Center City District must be doing something right, Northern Liberties and East Passyunk are already jumping on the bandwagon... stats like these will definitely attract more tourists and boost local businesses. the economics just make sense 
i mean we've been stuck in class all morning and then have to drag ourselves back home for dinner... it's like, yay weekend vibes 24/7! but seriously, i think these events really do help boost morale (and our grades lol) when you get to enjoy a delicious meal with friends after a long day of studying 
9% increase is not bad at all, i'm just glad it's bringing more life to those restaurants 
. But I guess extending Center City's Restaurant Week is kind of a silver lining? It's like they're trying to make up for all the cancellations and closures by giving people something to look forward to. And honestly, who can blame them? A discounted meal sounds amazing right about now 
. Plus, it's great that so many restaurants are on board with this extension - 122 is a lot! Maybe we'll even get some new spots added? Fingers crossed for February 4 
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I'm so stoked they extended restaurant week! You know what's even better than a good deal on dinner? A good deal that breaks up the monotony of the workweek 
. but let's not forget, these events also come with some pretty steep tourist traffic, which can be tough for regular folks to navigate. still, if you're looking to try something new or just need a mid-week treat, go ahead and take advantage of the deal 
. anyone know which ones are participating?
. i love how center city district is supporting local businesses during this crazy winter weather 
. maybe we can get a little taste of foodie heaven in each neighborhood 
i know its not like they can just extend it indefinitely but 2 more weeks sounds like a good deal to me. idk how many ppl are affected by winter storms though, my grandma had to cancel all her plans because of snow last year and she was really looking forward to trying out that new italian place in center city 
does anyone know which restaurants are offering the best deals tho?
can't wait to check them out too 
. it's awesome that center city district decided to extend it too - i'm loving the 19% increase in sales from jan 4-10 pm, that's some serious money 
. and btw, have you tried that new place in center city yet? 
the fact that all 122 restaurants are participating now is a major win for foodies and locals alike. northern liberties and east passyunk have their own events going on too, so this just means more dining options for us. Giavana Suraci Pruiti hits the nail on the head - it's all about making those workweek nights feel special 
. can't wait to check out some of these participating restaurants! 
. This event definitely makes it feel more special to grab dinner with friends or family instead of just another night at home 
. The discounts are pretty sweet too - I'm planning on hitting up that new Italian place I've been wanting to try!