Restaurant · Chestnut Hill
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"Fishtown deli known for chicken Caesar hoagies and tomato pie, now open in a third location." - Emma Orlow
New American restaurant · Rittenhouse
James Beard-winning Friday Saturday Sunday serves an ever-evolving, expertly crafted eight-course New American tasting menu upstairs with a lively, inventive cocktail bar downstairs.
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Bar · Passyunk Square
At Ray's Happy Birthday Bar, a vintage corner spot since the '30s, dive into cheap drinks, friendly locals, and cheerful karaoke every Friday.
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Puerto Rican restaurant · Richmond
Boricua 2 is a vibrant, family-run spot in Port Richmond serving up comforting Puerto Rican classics like pernil and mofongo, all wrapped in island pride.
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Bar · Fishtown
Les & Doreen’s Happy Tap is Fishtown’s cozy, cash-only dive with cheap drinks, lively karaoke nights, and a welcoming, no-frills vibe.
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Historical place · East Park
Lemon Hill is a stunning Federal-style mansion in Fairmount Park with killer views of the Schuylkill, the Art Museum, and Philly’s skyline.
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Vietnamese restaurant · Dickinson Narrows
Nestled in South Philly, Ba Le Bakery is a bustling nook famed for its mouthwatering banh mi on crispy, fresh baguettes and a tempting array of pastries.
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Vegan restaurant · Rittenhouse
V Street serves up adventurous vegan street food in a cozy setting, boasting an inventive menu that's perfect for sharing and delightfully affordable.
Triangle Tavern is a divey South Philly spot serving up stellar Italian-American eats and standout vegan dishes with a killer drink list.
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Bar · Chinatown
Hop Sing Laundromat: a dimly lit Chinatown speakeasy serving meticulously crafted, Asian-infused cocktails in a no-phones, no-nonsense vibe.
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Bakery · Rittenhouse
Levain Bakery brings its iconic New York charm to Rittenhouse with massive, gooey cookies and a selection of pastries, perfect for indulging on-the-go.