Philadelphia, PA

restaurants

Bill's Steak & Hoagies

Do NOT sleep on this place, they have the best value for a quick breakfast, the cheesiest BEC, and their lunches (hoagies) are bomb. All for crazy low prices right in the heart of center city. Plus the service is quick, friendly and clean.

Philadelphia, PA

restaurants

Reading Terminal Market

You just have to experience it for yourself, go hungry. (Hit up Dinic's).

Philadelphia, PA

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Pagano's Market and Bar

Chicken cutlet heaven, also the white bean and cabbage is unreal. This is real Italian deli food found in the burbs right over the city line. Soooooo gooooooood.

Havertown, PA

restaurants

Boccella's Deli

Family owned deli and market with v good food, bottled and draft beer and warm service. No frills found here, just good hushpuppies, Korean BBQ, and damn good hoagies.

Philadelphia, PA

restaurants

New Deck Tavern

An Irish restaurant/bar with actual good food. The spinach and crispy chicken salad is a personal fav. Fun spot in U-City, stay after dinner for Quizzo!

Philadelphia, PA

bar

2nd Story Brewing

Brewery serving their own beer, limited wine choices and homemade food, including handcut, perfectly salted fires. Located in old city, it's a great spot to stop in at their ample bar space or sit for a meal if you have the time.

Philadelphia, PA

cafe

Federal Donuts

There are several FedNuts around Philly now and they are all good. If you like denser, cakey donuts this should be a morning (or afternoon) stop for you. They always have their basic flavors, but there is an always changing menu of limited and seasonal flavors as well. If you're hungry for real food try their fried chicken while you're there. You won't be disappointed.

Philadelphia, PA

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Spasso Italian Grill

Great indoor view of the bridge and intimate atmosphere. The bar has a cool old school vibe and the homemade papardelle solves carb cravings.

Philadelphia, PA

restaurants

LaScala's

Huge pasta portions, the ricotta board as an appetizer is delicious. Good for families with children. Casual atmosphere, reasonable prices and large menu. Solid, basic Italian.

Philadelphia, PA

restaurants

John's Water Ice

We always forget how foreign a concept water ice is to anyone outside of the Philly area. Such a shame so many people miss out. Don't be one of them, go to John's in south when you're here and pick one of many flavors or do a little combo. Really delicious and refreshing. *Note: there are other water ice places around that are fine but John's is better...we promise.

Philadelphia, PA

restaurants

Capogiro Gelato Artisans

Although we cannot claim gelato as a Philly invention obviously, Capogiro is all we need to feel like we're on vaca in Europe. The flavors are inventive and impossibly rich and creamy. Chocolate lovers will die over the dark chocolate.

Philadelphia, PA

restaurants

Sang Kee Peking Duck House

Americanized chinese food gets a little more authentic at Sang Kee in Wynnewood. The big bowls of noodle soup are the epitome of comfort food and the rest of the menu is just as flavorful and delicious. Tip: start with the coconut flounder to share

Philadelphia, PA

other

Wawa

There are literally WaWas all over the Philly area, if you want to see what the hype is about just stop in and order a subpar (but somehow delicious?) sandwhich or grab one of the many premade snacks/meals.

Philadelphia, PA

bar

North Bowl

Pool, bowling, two bars, tater tots til your heart's content. This place was made for fun. North Bowl is fun all year long with the added bonus of cornhole out front in the warm months. It's relatively inexpensive and a great place for a large group. Make reservations for bowling or just enjoy billiards and arcade games on the second floor. Any way you play, North Bowl is a good time.

Philadelphia, PA

bar

Independence Beer Garden

During the summer months, Philly has started a questionable tradition of a mid-week (Wednesday) happy hour across center city. There is a long list of participating bars and restaurants with great food and drink deal normally cheaper than regular happy hour prices! Beware of places that cater to the younger crowds though as these Wednesday party spots have become a bit rowdy (read gross and belligerent

Philadelphia, PA

restaurants

Doma Japanese Restaurant

Small BYOB sushi restaurant on Callowhill, serving fantastic, fresh sushi. The sweet potato roll is very good if you're not in a fishy mood.

Philadelphia, PA

restaurants

Bleu Sushi

Another very good sushi spot, cozy setting, great service and really deliscious rolls with a ton of variety.