Guidebook for Philadelphia
Food Scene
Vic Sushi Bar
2035 Sansom StGreat sushi for carry-out
Mama Palma's
2229 Spruce StGreat pizza (also has gluten free)
Erawan Thai Cuisine
123 S 23rd StVery good, and inexpensive Thai
At the top of 2 Liberty, offers a panoramic view of the city. Seafood restaurant with high-end lounge. Must have the lobster mac & cheese.
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R2L Restaurant
50 S 16th StAt the top of 2 Liberty, offers a panoramic view of the city. Seafood restaurant with high-end lounge. Must have the lobster mac & cheese.
Alma de Cuba
1623 Walnut StAmazing Cuban Restaurant. Vaca Frita is to die for.
La Colombe Coffee Roasters
1335 Frankford AveThe best.
Gran Caffe L'Aquila
1716 Chestnut StAlso amazing (plus they have gelato)
Shake Shack
2000 Sansom StBecause sometimes you just need a quick burger!
Parc
227 S 18th StFantastic French Bistro just off Rittenhouse Sq.
The Franklin Bar
1715 S 18th StAmazing Brittish pub with great food.
Very basic and inexpensive breakfast and lunch right across the street. Owner is a sweetheart.
Sandy's
231 S 24th StVery basic and inexpensive breakfast and lunch right across the street. Owner is a sweetheart.
Not walking distance, but amazing brunch spot. Be prepared to wait, however.
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Hawthornes
738 S 11th StNot walking distance, but amazing brunch spot. Be prepared to wait, however.
Honey's Sit 'N Eat
2101 South StVery solid brunch closeby.
Zama
128 S 19th StBest sushi in the city, but not cheap.
Tria Taproom
2005 Walnut StGreat wine bar with food meu.
Tria Fitler Square
Great wine bar with American fare.
El Vez
121 S 13th StFun Mexican restaurant.
Barclay Prime
237 S 18th StBest steakhouse in the city = expensive.
Han Dynasty
3711 Market StBest Szechuan in the city (must have the dan dan noodles)
Distrito
3945 Chestnut StUpper scale modern Spanish/Mexican restaurant.
Ultimo Coffee
1900 S 15th StFor very serious coffee drinkers.
Vedge
1221 Locust StBest vegan restaurant in the city.
One of the best restaurants in the city. The trick is getting a reservation.
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Vernick Food & Drink
2031 Walnut StOne of the best restaurants in the city. The trick is getting a reservation.
Very quaint restaurant that only offers a chef's tasting menu, but it's incredible (they do take preferences/allergies into account). Very hard reservation to get, and it aint cheap!
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Vetri Cucina
1312 Spruce StVery quaint restaurant that only offers a chef's tasting menu, but it's incredible (they do take preferences/allergies into account). Very hard reservation to get, and it aint cheap!
Baby Blues BBQ Philly
3432 Sansom StVery solid (and not too expensive) barbecue.
Indian Restaurant
1634 South StVery good, no-frills, Indian restaurant.
Grace Tavern
2229 Grays Ferry AveBar/restaurant with above-average bar food.
Zavino
112 S 13th StAbove-average pizza and wine list.
Tinto
114 S 20th StAmazing tapas restaurant within easy walking distance.
Some say the best burgers in the city - easy walking distance. (I recommend ordering burgers 1/2 grade more well-done than you typically order)
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Village Whiskey
118 S 20th StSome say the best burgers in the city - easy walking distance. (I recommend ordering burgers 1/2 grade more well-done than you typically order)
Audrey Claire
276 S 20th StBYOB
Very popular Philadelphia restaurant. They also have a rooftop bar.
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The Continental Mid-town
1801 Chestnut StVery popular Philadelphia restaurant. They also have a rooftop bar.
Butcher Bar
2034 Chestnut StGreat burgers, and other meats (LOVE the wings).
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
2101 Pennsylvania AveBob and Barbara's Lounge
1509 South StreetSunoco Gas Station
2201 Walnut StGas station close by.
Rite Aid
2301 Walnut StJust a block away.
Nearby local grocery store - a bit overpriced but convenient.
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South Square Market
2221 South StNearby local grocery store - a bit overpriced but convenient.
Sweat Fitness
700 E Passyunk Ave90 second walk.
CVS
4314 Locust StPharmacy
Drinks & Nightlife
Tria Cafe Rittenhouse
123 S 18th StFantastic wine bar.
Speakeasy-style bar with unique (and impeccable) craft drinks.
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The Franklin Bar
1715 S 18th StSpeakeasy-style bar with unique (and impeccable) craft drinks.
The Ranstead Room
2013 Ranstead StHigh-end lounge.
Shopping
Boyds Philadelphia
1818 Chestnut StHigh-end clothier
Di Bruno Bros
1730 Chestnut StHistoric Italian market with world-class meats and cheeses.
Entertainment & Activities
Helium Comedy Club
2031 Sansom StComedy club
Cinemark University City Penn 6
4012 Walnut StMovie theater with stadium seating.
2500 Locust St
2500 Locust StreetRiver trail 60 second walk away (down Locust St).
Getting Around
Philadelphia 30th Street Station
2955 Market StAmtrak station
Sightseeing
Historic Philadelphia. Liberty bell also. Highly recommend the Independence Hall tour.
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Independence Hall
520 Chestnut StHistoric Philadelphia. Liberty bell also. Highly recommend the Independence Hall tour.