Guidebook for Philadelphia
Food Scene
This is my ultimate favorite restaurant, and it's right in my backyard! Consistently fresh and delicious food and super cute and cozy ambiance.
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Talula's Garden
210 W Washington SquareThis is my ultimate favorite restaurant, and it's right in my backyard! Consistently fresh and delicious food and super cute and cozy ambiance.
If you feel like splurging, I highly recommend trying out the tasting menu. Afterall, Morimoto is an Iron Chef - it's quite the culinary experience.
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Morimoto
723 Chestnut StIf you feel like splurging, I highly recommend trying out the tasting menu. Afterall, Morimoto is an Iron Chef - it's quite the culinary experience.
In the event you do not feel like splurging on a fine dining meal, Fat Salmon is an excellent choice for sushi. This was the first restaurant I ate at when I moved to Philly.
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Fat Salmon Sushi
719 Walnut StIn the event you do not feel like splurging on a fine dining meal, Fat Salmon is an excellent choice for sushi. This was the first restaurant I ate at when I moved to Philly.
This is the best vegetarian restaurant I have ever been to. Portions are a bit small, but very tasty!
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Vedge
1221 Locust StThis is the best vegetarian restaurant I have ever been to. Portions are a bit small, but very tasty!
Le Viet
1019 S 11th StMy favorite Pho place.
My favorite Italian BYOB restaurant. They don't take reservations, so try getting there early so you don't have to wait too long.
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Radicchio Cafe
402 Wood StMy favorite Italian BYOB restaurant. They don't take reservations, so try getting there early so you don't have to wait too long.
QT Vietnamese Sandwich
48 N 10th StHands down the best Bahn mi (Vietnamese Sandwiches) you'll get in Philly.
Penang Restaurant
117 N 10th StSolid Malaysian food.
A small BYOB, a must if you enjoy wine and cheese! Make sure to check their open hours, since they may be limited.
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Wedge + Fig
A small BYOB, a must if you enjoy wine and cheese! Make sure to check their open hours, since they may be limited.
A coworker introduced me to La Colombe, and now I can't drink anything else. If you enjoy coffee, make sure to make a stop here!
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La Colombe Coffee Roasters
1335 Frankford AveA coworker introduced me to La Colombe, and now I can't drink anything else. If you enjoy coffee, make sure to make a stop here!
This is a very cool design space, great for just hanging out/work/etc.
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Elixr Coffee Roasters
207 S Sydenham StThis is a very cool design space, great for just hanging out/work/etc.
This is the BEST happy hour spot in Philly. It's actually quite a hidden gem for happy hour, since they have happy hour oysters, half-off appetizers, and discounted cocktails from 5-7pm.
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Devon Seafood Grill
225 S 18th StThis is the BEST happy hour spot in Philly. It's actually quite a hidden gem for happy hour, since they have happy hour oysters, half-off appetizers, and discounted cocktails from 5-7pm.
Dim Sum Garden
1020 Race StThe soup dumplings here are a must try!
This is a really cute and cozy restaurant in the middle of Wissahickon Park. It's a nice treat after a hike in the park. I think it gets more datish in the evening.
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Valley Green Inn
Valley Green RoadThis is a really cute and cozy restaurant in the middle of Wissahickon Park. It's a nice treat after a hike in the park. I think it gets more datish in the evening.
Make reservations early! This place fills up pretty quick because it's THAT good. Great middle eastern food, also great vegetarian options. Probably my next favorite restaurant after Talula's.
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Zahav
237 St James PlMake reservations early! This place fills up pretty quick because it's THAT good. Great middle eastern food, also great vegetarian options. Probably my next favorite restaurant after Talula's.
Vernick Food & Drink
2031 Walnut StDelicious. Has more of a New York feel.
Barbuzzo
110 S 13th StBook early! Excellent mediterranean food and reasonably priced.
This place is a BYOT (Bring your own Tequila) and a cash-only establishment. Yummy mexican food.
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Lolita
106 S 13th StThis place is a BYOT (Bring your own Tequila) and a cash-only establishment. Yummy mexican food.
Zavino
112 S 13th StGreat pizza.
Dutch Eating Place
1136 N 12th StBlueberry pancakes are a must try!
Yamitsuki
1028 Arch StThey serve snow ice here!
Essentials
This is probably my favorite place in Philly for one reason - it has all the food you will ever need all under one roof! This is where I hang out when I am not dining out.
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Reading Terminal Market
1136 N 12th StThis is probably my favorite place in Philly for one reason - it has all the food you will ever need all under one roof! This is where I hang out when I am not dining out.
Great quick gourmet food option nearby. Well-known for their cheeses. They have a beer and cheese sampling happy hour on Thursdays from 5-7pm.
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Di Bruno Bros. - Italian Market
930 S 9th StGreat quick gourmet food option nearby. Well-known for their cheeses. They have a beer and cheese sampling happy hour on Thursdays from 5-7pm.
Sightseeing
Independence Hall
520 Chestnut StExperience where America was born!
Kampana ng Kalayaan
526 Market StTourist attraction.
This museum is a little hidden, but it's a really neat museum if this type of history interests you.
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Museo ni Benjamin Franklin
317 Chestnut StThis museum is a little hidden, but it's a really neat museum if this type of history interests you.
Great place to experience Philly - both summer and winter times.
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Spruce Street Harbor Park
301 S Christopher Columbus BlvdGreat place to experience Philly - both summer and winter times.
Comcast Center
1701 John F Kennedy BlvdBecause I work here!
An impressive collection of art from all eras. I think anyone visiting has to run the Rocky Steps.
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Museo ng Sining ng Philadelphia
2600 Benjamin Franklin PkwyAn impressive collection of art from all eras. I think anyone visiting has to run the Rocky Steps.
Drinks & Nightlife
Varga Bar
941 Spruce StThis also has a good brunch.
1 Tippling Place
2006 Chestnut StSpeakeasy-ish bar with solid cocktails.
The Franklin Bar
1715 S 18th StSpeakeasy bar with solid cocktails.
Remember to wear appropriate attire (no sneakers and no jeans for men). Really cool speakeasy spot for cocktails, and they usually require 2 drink minimum per person. Bring CASH!
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Hop Sing Laundromat
1029 Race StRemember to wear appropriate attire (no sneakers and no jeans for men). Really cool speakeasy spot for cocktails, and they usually require 2 drink minimum per person. Bring CASH!
Swanky rooftop bar if you enjoy this type of environment. A little overpriced but it's a nice place to grab a drink.
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Stratus Rooftop Lounge
433 Chestnut StSwanky rooftop bar if you enjoy this type of environment. A little overpriced but it's a nice place to grab a drink.
Fun beer garden with outside firepits and ping pong tables.
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Frankford Hall
1210 Frankford AveFun beer garden with outside firepits and ping pong tables.
Strangelove's
216 S 11th StCute place, great hangout spot for beers.
Great place to grab beers and play games for fun. Super convenient as it's only a few blocks away. This place does get crowded though!
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Independence Beer Garden
100 S Independence Mall WGreat place to grab beers and play games for fun. Super convenient as it's only a few blocks away. This place does get crowded though!
Arts & Culture
Yakitori Boy
211 N 11th StKaraoke is always fun here. Food here is pretty good too.
Tango
1021 Arch StThis is the newer spot for karaoke.
Everything Else
Termini Bros Bakery
1523 S 8th StBest pastries and cakes in Philly!
Shopping
Open House Store
107 S 13th StLots of fun designer/novelty items here.