Italian · Philadelphia · New opening. A preview of one of 2026's most anticipated openings — we will publish a full review and scores after our first visit.
Greg Vernick, a James Beard Award winner and one of Philadelphia's most decorated chefs, opens Emilia as the city celebrates its first-ever Michelin stars. The restaurant looks to the Emilia-Romagna region for its handmade pasta and produce-led cooking.
Arriving just as Philadelphia enters the Michelin map, Emilia is among the most anticipated openings of the city's breakout dining year.
This is a preview based on public announcements as of June 2026; details may change before opening. See the full Best New Restaurants 2026 list → · Best Italian restaurants worldwide →