"The first thing to know about this Italian social club in East Passyunk is that you need a membership to get inside. And if you don't have one of those, you can either glom onto a friend who does or try emailing the team to ask how to procure one. Picture a Catholic uncle's basement from the 1950s where South Philly elders talk about their stressful nephews—except with thoughtfully made drinks and food. There's a slightly salty espresso martini made with brown butter-washed amaro, and a spaghetti and blue crab dish we're constantly chasing. Also, Palizzi can stay open until 3am because they're licensed as a private club. " - candis mclean
Jason Varney
