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Reading Terminal Market
Neighborhood: Market East

51 N 12th St
Ste 2
Philadelphia, PA 19107

lauren b. writes: Reading - pronounced "Redding" apparently, as I was corrected quite often. My savior in Philly. Want something healthy? Tasty? Sinful? Across the street from my hotel?
Every lunch I had was spent here - getting freshly carved turkey breast…

Standard Tap
Neighborhood: Northern Liberties

901 N 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123

pearl l. writes: my bloody valentine. yup, on their jukebox. enough said.

i love this place for brunch. i like the crowd. i like how they serve all their brunch sandwiches with not skinny strips of bacon, but thick slices of pork bliss! mmmmmm.

my friends and i go…

Clark Park
Neighborhood: Spruce Hill, University City

43rd and Baltimore
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Erin G. writes: Clark Park is the heart of West Philadelphia. I always take a blanket and a book, but I usually find myself lulled by the sunshine and shady trees, distracted by people and dog watching, or entirely consumed with consuming my tofu hoagie, or…

Rittenhouse Square Park
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

18th and Walnut
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Carrie E. writes: It's no secret that Rittenhouse is not exactly my favorite part of town - it's usually a little too laced up for my taste. Despite that fact, I find myself there frequently, and whenever I do, I always make a point to stroll through the park for some…

Mutter Museum of College of Physicians of Philadelphia
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

19 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Tam N. writes: The Mutter Museum ties with the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum as "Best Museum in which to Snuggle Up to Your Lover." It's dark. It's cozy. And the placard lettering is just small enough to make leaning in close to smell his/her skin seem…

Pat's King of Steaks

1237 E Passyunk Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Archie R. writes: filthy (fil'the) pronunciation
adj., -ier, -iest.

1. Covered or smeared with filth; disgustingly dirty. See synonyms at dirty.
2. Obscene; scatological.
3. Vile; nasty: a filthy traitor.
4. Great culinary creations consisting of an abundance…

Philadelphia's 9th Street Italian Market

S 9th St
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Holly T. writes: I saw pretty much the best thing ever here. There's this place near the corner of 9th and Christian, I am pretty sure it is D'Angelo Bros (http://www.yelp.com/bi...)., which sells game meat. And in the window were whole, fresh, unskinned rabbits…

Jim's Steaks
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

400 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Bill M. writes: On the plus side it isn't Pat's or Geno's. On the even better plus the stupid line actually leads you indoors for a change and you can usually grabs a pretty decent table (there's even one that has a pretty good view of outside South Street if your…

Bui's
Neighborhood: University City

38th & Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Alex C. writes: I love the grandfather who works here. He's always smiling!

Another of the food trucks on 38th between Walnut and Spruce (closer to Spruce), Bui's serves hungry college kids, specializing in the hung-over category. Home to probably the best steak eggs…

Primo Hoagies

1528 Ritner Str
Philadelphia, PA 19176

Marcello D. writes: Fresh meats on the best bread possible (Sarcone's). South Philly's finest hoagie makers. The rest of the country could learn a lesson or two about making sandwiches from this place.

Shane Candies
Neighborhood: Olde City

110 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Carrie E. writes: I stopped by here today because my blood sugar was feeling dangerously low and I was also feeling amazingly generous and thought I would try for mom of the year by buying my kids some candy. But lo! This is a chocolate lovers paradise. Lots of stuff…

Kelly Writers House
Neighborhood: University City

University of Pennsylvania
3805 Locust Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Erin G. writes: I work here, so obviously I'm into it, and can't really right a fair review. That said, you should check out our calendar for upcoming events. Everything is free and open to the public, though, because our space is tiny, some events to require an…

Liberty Bell Center

Independence Mall
6th St & Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19195

sara w. writes: wow i remember when the bell was just sitting behind one of those sanguine colored velvet ropes and thats all that was blocking you from it. you used to be able to sneakily reach over and touch it or heck even stick your gum on it. but now.....they…

Sedgely Woods Disc Golf Club

33rd St & Oxford St
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Jon L. writes: The Friends of Sedgely Woods turned this forgotten about part of Fairmount Park into a challenging and well-kept course for local disc golfers. And, in keeping with the tradition of the sport, it's absolutely free. Amateurs are welcome to test their…

Key To Philadelphia
Neighborhood: Society Hill

525 S 4th St
Ste 479
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Susan G. writes: For those of you who don't live in Center City...you may not have heard of this paper. But for those of you who do...you should commit it to memory.
This paper is different than City Paper and PW because they don't tell you what's happened they tell…

Center City Sips

Olde City and Center City
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Kelly S. writes: City Sips the best city-wide program for people who like to go out (Restaurant Week is a close second). Why do I love City Sips? I love City Sips because it allows poor young people like me to go to some really nice bars/restaurants every Wednesday…

Maido

36 N Narberth Ave
Narberth, PA 19072

Liz S. writes: This is the only place for some good old Japanese comfort food. Have a meal while you shop. Okonomiyaki, curry rice, or yakisoba are prepared fresh right in front of you while you check out the Japanese TV channel or do some grocery shopping.…

Menudelphia.com

Philadelphia, PA 19176

Bill M. writes: Want to eat somewhere in this city and are in the mood for trying something different? Of course you go and check up on all the good and bad restaurant reviews that us Yelpers have given first. But Menudelphia is the second website that you should…

City Hall
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Logan Square

1450 John F Kennedy Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19176

sara w. writes: the architecture of this building alone is breathtaking. there are so many elements that were sculpted into its facade along with countless design intricacies and complex carvings. it is easy to see why its the world's tallest masonry building. i…

Core Creek Park

901 Bridgetown Pike
Langhorne, PA 19047

Kelly S. writes: This is a really nice, large park up in Langhorne where my boyfriend and I like to go to hang out, read, take walks, etc. He also plays flag football in a league here. This is a really nice place just to chill, although I wish there was a bit more…

House of Pita Hanan
Neighborhood: University City

38th & Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Alex C. writes: If you're ever on 38th between Walnut and Spruce, you can't miss this van painted in hues of pink, yellow, and green. Unknowingly from the outside, a whole bonafide Middle Eastern kitchen is housed within this sixties-esque food truck.

Hanan's an…

American Helicopter Museum & Education Center

1220 American Blvd
West Chester, PA 19380

Nathan R. writes: Excellent place for small children. Good exhibits for any aviation buff (which I'm not) of various kinds of helicopter equipment: military, rescue, experimental, and historical, plus a very exciting miniature wind tunnel that blows air in the face of…

Marian Anderson Recreation Center
Neighborhood: Graduate Hospital

740 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19146

Susan G. writes: This is my neighborhoods community center...there are things I like...there are things I don't...I like that they try to keep it clean. I like that they do hold a lot of activities for kids, all in all they do a good a job. However we as a…

Just Sports Bar and Grill

600 New Rodgers Rd
Bristol, PA 19007

Kelly S. writes: Just Sports is located just off the Route 413/Bristol exit of I-95. Just hang a left onto 413 when you get off the exit, and Just Sports will be on your left.

This place is a pretty fun sports bar that I wander into on occasion for some hot wings and…

Campo's At Market
Neighborhood: Olde City

214 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Sam P. writes: Well, this is what I get for not consulting Yelp before going hunting for a cheesesteak. Apparently this place is a tourist trap, but it was where we ended up for lunch. A friend of mine was visiting Philadelphia to try to decide on Penn for grad…

Beadscape

12 E Scott St
Riverside, NJ 08075

paige m. writes: beadscape from my point of veiw is my favorite store on earth its so groovy even tho im only like 12 i love it!!!!!! when you enter its like wow you traveled back to the 60s its totally awesome i go there all the time i get incense clothes glasses…

Bailey's Bar & Grille

6922 Bristol Emilie Rd.
Levittown, PA 19057

Jessica P. writes: A strip mall. With a bar in it.
Two girls in hot pants ( I think one pair was terry cloth) and big hair stumble in...the sun still out.
Friday night around 7, pre party drinkie drink with fellow wedding guests. It's like...a Bennigan's, with no…

Records Department of City Hall
Neighborhood: Market East

City Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19107

miriam b. writes: Hummm not had to deal with their record keeping in City Hall, but whateva.

Loved the exterior of the City Hall...looks as if there are statues of Wiiliam Penn namesake of Pennsylvania. Roads out of City Hall face North South West East onto various…

Shoprite

2301 W Oregon Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19145

Lakara B. writes: Update:

Maybe someone in store management reads Yelp, maybe not, but I am almost positive the service has improved dramatically. I have literally been in this store at least twice a week since October, so I have had sufficient experience to guage it,…

Sesame Place

100 Sesame Rd
Langhorne, PA 19047

nicole p. writes: I weirdly got two passes for my 7 year old daughter and I for this summer season for MY birthday from my brother.
FIrst off the place is expensive, starting with the $10 parking. I was going to get a locker for my things but bang another $12…

Guppy's Good Times

2 Maple St
Conshohocken, PA 19428

Dave H. writes: Guppy's was the first stop in a friend's birthday bar crawl this past Saturday. We invaded promptly as they opened (5 PM). This modestly-sized, informal corner spot has cushy seating, appealing decor, and a fun selection of beer.

This place has an…

Abyssinia Culture Shop
Neighborhood: Washington Square West

818 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Kimberly P. writes: I wandered into Abyssinia one day while meandering along South Street. The Rasta vibe seemed cool so I though that I'd pop in for kicks. It's a very interesting place. I was a bit overwhelmed with all the Rastafarian stuff. They had a lot of African…

UHAUL Center of South Philadelphia
Neighborhood: Bella Vista

1015-25 S 12th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

cherie c. writes: Never enough staff on hand. So slow. I've used this location 3 times (it was just so much cheaper!). My major complaint: the text messages! I'm a cell-only person, so I gave them my number and they texted me confirmations and reminders. I don't…

Hats In the Belfry
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

245 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Caitlin C. writes: What a weird demographic this place is aiming to sell to. But it's really a fun place for Halloween and tourists I suppose.

Here you can find trendy stuff like Kangol or cowboy hats, but you'll also find the eccentric like a dunce cap, jester caps and…

Jughandle

RTE 38
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

luis .. writes: WTF New Jersey? Why can't I just make a left hand turn like the rest of civilized society? Serious!

The Crosswalk at Broad and South
Neighborhood: Avenue of the Arts South, Washington Square West

Broad Street and South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Jenna C. writes: Oh, come on! Kevin walks as fast as his temperament! That, or I walk unnaturally fast.

Sure, it may be a fast Walk signal, but I does leave the flashing Yellow hand flashing long enough to cross the street. Besides, there is a median. It's on…

Ride The Ducks

111 S Independence Mall E
Ste 1020
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Kelly H. writes: I feel like I am going to get murdered for saying the duck tour wasn't that bad. Yeah- I was a tourist, and we needed something to do before we paid a visit to king tut. Well, the duck tour was available. I was afraid that we would have to sit there…

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