Italian Market 9th Street
Italian grocery store · Bella Vista ·
Historic 10-block market with diverse food vendors & produce stands
Historic 10-block market with diverse food vendors & produce stands
"A historic open-air market celebrated for its food stalls, neighborhood character, and lively May street fair; the festival includes concerts and the infamous Grease Pole climbing competition, a messy but beloved local tradition." - Regan Stephens Regan Stephens Regan Stephens is an award-winning freelance writer living in Philadelphia. She covers travel, food, and culture for outlets like Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, People, and Fortune. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"One of Philly’s most famous outdoor markets has a history dating back to the 19th century. Take a stroll down this ten-block stretch on South 9th Street to explore over 200 shops, restaurants, and stands offering prime meats and produce, hand-rolled pasta, some of the city’s best cannolis, and more." - George Banks-Weston
"I can browse the open-air South 9th Street Italian Market for gourmet cheeses, meats, and chocolates — a flavorful Philadelphia destination for both shopping and dining." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"I experienced South Philadelphia’s Ninth Street Italian Market as one of America’s oldest and most expansive open-air markets, stretching roughly 10 blocks and offering a mix of fresh produce, butcheries, bakeries, and family-owned shops." - Giovanna Caravetta Giovanna Caravetta Giovanna Caravetta is a travel writer based in Southern California with a passion for embracing la dolce vita. She loves soaking up dreamy sunsets, wandering along new streets, and savoring delicious food and wine pairings. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"For more than a century this South Philly corridor has been home to produce stands and Italian specialty shops—duck into DiBruno Bros. for cheeses, pick up a freshly filled ricotta cannoli at Isgro, and sample newer additions like tacos at Blue Corn or South Philly Barbacoa." - Regan Stephens Regan Stephens Regan Stephens is an award-winning freelance writer living in Philadelphia. She covers travel, food, and culture for outlets like Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, People, and Fortune. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines