Where to Buy the Best Caviar in Philadelphia

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There are few things in life that say opulence as does a heaping mother-of-pearl spoonful of caviar. Whether you’re hosting a soirée down the shore or an elevated backyard barbeque out on the Main Line, caviar’s delicate salinity and rich umami essence is the perfect culinary addition to elevate any event. It pairs perfectly with classic hors d’oeuvres like blinis, crème fraîche and smoked salmon, or dolloped gracefully over an oyster. Or it can be a perfect stand-alone tasting experience with a simple setup, showcasing different varieties like Beluga, Osetra and Sevruga. No matter how you serve it up, caviar brings a nuanced complexity to each bite and is sure to be a crowd fave.

Here are some of the best spots in Philadelphia to procure the top-tier goods:

BIEDERMANS SPECIALITY FOODS
Nestled in the heart of the Italian Market, Biedermans Specialty Foods (biedermansphilly.com) offers a curated selection of caviars, from the finest Regalis Grandeur Osetra Caviar, harvested from the oldest sturgeon broodstock, to the delicate French Trout Roe from the North Pacific.

Caviar atop oysters is a summertime classic.

GUISEPPE’S MARKET AT SAMUELS SEAFOOD
Known as a fave of local chefs, Guiseppe’s at Samels (guiseppesmarket.com) offers up caviar selections ranging from Canterbury Cure California White Sturgeon Caviar, known for its large, glistening pearls and smooth flavor, to the Canterbury Cure Hackleback Caviar, considered the most exceptional Sturgeon Caviar available in the country.

FISHTOWN SEAFOOD
Whether at the quaint original Fishtown location or the new Fitler Square space, Fishtown Seafood (fishtownseafood.com) carefully chooses its caviar brands, prioritizing those that align with its sustainability ethos, ensuring that customers can enjoy the delicacy knowing that it’s been ethically sourced.

SMALL WORLD SEAFOOD
As a “sign-up on a Google Sheet to see what’s fresh this week,” purveyor, Small World Seafood (smallworldseafood.com) changes its beautifully fresh offerings regularly based on the season and availability. The latest caviar offerings included Trout Roe sourced from Idaho and Red Tobiko, perfect for sushi.