The James Beard Foundation released its list of semi-finalists for this year’s prestigious award.
For 2026, 13 restaurants, bars and chefs made the list from Philadelphia, New Jersey and the suburbs.
In the running for best chef include:
Other notable nominations include Greg Vernick of Vernick Philadelphia for Outstanding Restaurateur and Kalaya in Philadelphia for Outstanding Restaurant presented by Acqua Panna Natural Spring Water.
Finalists will be announced on March 31, 2026, with the announcement of the winners coming in June.
For the full list of semi-finalists, click here.
Emily Rose Grassi
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