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Little Fish
One of the pioneers of Philly's BYOB scene and, true to its name, one of the smallest, Little Fish is going strong after nearly three decades. Current chef-owner Alex Yoon makes the most of his 16 seats by showcasing pristine seafood with a five-course tasting option that’s strongest with dishes that weave in modern Asian accents reflecting his Korean American heritage and the Vietnamese roots of current chef de cuisine Jacob Trinh. The scallop toast, with sweet raw scallops shingled over sesame toast beneath a warm gloss of chili oil, is the restaurant's signature. Several recent plates were also memorable, including a black cod with miso-corn soubise and a crispy-skinned striper beside a refreshing salad of green papaya and squid. The service team has perfected the casual sophistication of the BYO genre (not to mention all those wine buckets in such tight quarters!), so it’s little wonder the appeal of this Bella Vista institution remains as fresh as its seafood.
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