Green Line Cafe
Neighborhood: Spruce Hill, University City

4239 Baltimore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19176

Dan K. writes: Clark Park and the Green Line should be a package deal for review because they just belong together. It's best to get thier coffee to go on a Saturday morning and walk across the street to the park with a book or paper and watch the LARPERS run…

Dahlak Restaurant
Neighborhood: Cedar Park

4708 Baltimore Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19143

jenn h. h. writes: Dahlak remains my first and so far, my only Eritrean food experience. For whatever reason, I haven't been to Abyssinia or the umpteen other places in town.  That's ok, I like Dahlak.  The food here is great, and quite affordable. You order a bunch of…

Chloe
Neighborhood: Olde City

232 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Lauren P. writes: PHENOMENAL!  

I think that sums up Chloe.

There are no more than 15 tables in this quaint little restaurant, and its only open Wed-Saturday so be prepared to wait a little for your turn at this piece of heaven on Arch St.  There is not really much of…

Dirty Frank's Bar
Neighborhood: Washington Square West

13th and Pine St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Bill M. writes: Probably my favorite real deal dive bar to hit up in the city, and not just because I get a kick out of seeing Frank Zappa, Ben Franklin, and a hot dog together on the mural.
you can't go wrong with the prices, jukebox selection, and random cast of…

New Deck Tavern
Neighborhood: University City

3408 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Carrie E. writes: Ehhh. But let's do the math together.

My two lovely daughters and I had lunch here and sat outside at a table in the shade. One star!

We ordered chicken fingers and a club sandwich, both of which included honey mustard (a family favorite, plus I'm…

Ubiq
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1509 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102

tim c. writes: I like sneakers.

Three floors.  Current layout as follows.

1st floor:  Men's and ladies kicks up front.  Nike, Puma, Adidas, Reebok, Clae etc.  
Toys and men's apparel to the aft.  Undefeated, Alphanumeric, Futura Laboratories, aNYthing, Kid Robot, etc.…

Mikado Japanese Cuisine

2320 Marlton Pike W
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

Courtney Y. writes: Sorry, but I would never utter Mikado and Sagami in the same breath!Sagami is legit Japanese food with quality sushi. While Mikado may be good enough to fool some, it's authenticity cannot even be compared (for starters our waitstaff was Korean and…

Lakeside Chinese Deli
Neighborhood: Chinatown

207 N 9th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

kathy t. writes: Family run restaurant with super fresh a la carte dimsum and a more Chinese than non-Chinese clientele. I like the Cantonese fried chow fun noodles with beef, most of the dim sum, and the baby bok choy w/ garlic. Great value, zero ambience. Rather,…

Fergie's Pub
Neighborhood: Market East

1214 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Carrie E. writes: This is a good, old fashioned, what you see is what you get pub. No fancy gimmicks a la Stephen Starr, no hipster heaven like Silk City, and no dive bar like the Glinch. Fergie's is a place you'd feel equally comfortable bringing your spouse, best…

Farmicia
Neighborhood: Olde City

15 S 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19176

stephy s. writes: Beeyootiful!!

I loved having brunch here today! The place is absolutely adorable and the food was super tasty. I also liked that they got my true disdain for vegans and made sure to include notes on the menu reminding people "Not VEGAN!!" Hells yeah…

Pho 75 Restaurant

823 Adams Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124

Seve' M. writes: Hearing the calls for Pho, I decided to invite the office over to Pho75 on Friday. Like most have said before, if you want to eat more than soup then go somewhere else. The first time I went there I thought I would be starving afterwards but it is…

Pietro's Coal Oven Pizzeria
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

121 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Ryan S. writes: HOW DOES THIS PLACE ONLY HAVE FIVE REVIEWS?

Every city has a cheap but good restaurant that you know you can always get a good meal at a reasonable price at. as I think about this statement, i realize the actual restaurant is subjective. but Petrol's…

Ritz 16 Movies

900 Haddonfield Berln Rd
Voorhees, NJ 08043

eliza b. writes: pros:
- no big groups of kids (it really makes a difference!)
- reasonably priced tickets & concessions
- clean & well maintained, comfortable seating
- movies you can't see anywhere else without going into a city

cons:
- recently bought out, let's hope it…

KC's Pastries Inc

145 N 11th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Jacquelin K. writes: On a hot summer day, nothing hits the spot like a bubble tea from KC's.  I like it plain--black tea with milk, sugar, tapioca, and ice.  Simple, tasty, and cheap.  Plus you get a cute cup with sea creatures on it instructing you to have good life, or…

Isaac Newton Food & Drink

18 S State St
Newtown, PA 18940

DJ M. writes: The restaurant is large, the parking lot is large ( although you may still have to street park), the Drink menu is large, as is the beer selection.  The largest thing of all is the menu!!  You could eat here twice a day for a month and have different…

Five Spot
Neighborhood: Olde City

1 S Bank St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Bill M. writes: I wasn't going to do to any memorial reviews on here, but Five Spot is a place that's worth it. I remember hearing about the Fire while sitting down with a bunch of music heads and we all had the same down trodden looks on our faces.

It wasn't as…

Rx Restaurant
Neighborhood: Spruce Hill, University City

4443 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Karen K. writes: Excellent staff, great brunch - ah, Rx I miss you dearly.  The coffee is from la colombe and it is served in really cool steel mugs and i've never been even the slighted bit dissapointed in any dish I've ordered.  Even though I remain puppyless, I…

Rita's Water Ice
Neighborhood: Roxborough

7132 Ridge Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19128

Melanie R. writes: Is it March 20th yet?

This stuff is so good that I'd figure out a way to make it from New York to the closest location to get MY free sample on the first day of Spring!

They lost a star for not having any locations in Manhattan or Queens :(

Chapter House Cafe and Gallery
Neighborhood: Bella Vista

9th and Bainbridge
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Darnelle R. writes: There are many gems located in the Bella Vista area! Last night, Furr-man, McThrill and I ventured over to Chapter House Cafe and Gallery and I was blown away! What a cozy establishment. Nestled on the corner of 9th and Bainbridge we were greeted at…

Continental
Neighborhood: Olde City

138 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Suge K. writes: I used to come here quite often for champagne-o-ramas, which are glasses of champagne in orange sugar rimmed flutes. YUM! Gets a little crowded at night with a bit of the yuppie set, but fun nonetheless.

I came for lunch the other day. Miso soup was…

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…

David's Mai Lai Wah
Neighborhood: Chinatown

1001 Race St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

stacey b. writes: So what do you do when it's 1am and for some odd reason, House Of Chen is closed and you're in chinatown, starving?

You hit up David's Mai Lai Wah!

The aforementioned scenario happened to me last month, and it was nearly a disaster. The bright neon…

Rose Tattoo Cafe
Neighborhood: Spring Garden, Franklintown, Fairmount, Logan Square, Art Museum District

1847 Callowhill St
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Bill M. writes: WoW! So few reviews about this place! I almost want to keep it that way so that me and my entourage can always have a table. So therefore this review might just be over!

But then again this restaurant beyond deserves getting that extra business so I…

Swanky Bubbles
Neighborhood: Olde City

10 South Front Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Thayvie S. writes: Small, Nice, Fresh, and Stylish.

Only been there once, and had sushi. The sushi was fresh and yummy. The bar was styling, and colored nicely blue. Many varieties of drinks. The service was good and helpful, and great! Very, very generous, and had a…

Oscar's Tavern
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1524 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Carrie E. writes: This place fit me like Cinderella's slipper fit that damn Disney princess. Between the cheap beer that just kept coming, the jukebox that played songs I haven't heard in years and the heart-attack inducing french fries, I was in love from the moment…

Rita's Water Ice
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

235 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

MiRIAM w. writes: Scanning the menu for Slenderita (fat-free soft-serve), I don't see it.

I inquire, "Do you have Slenderita?"

Counterperson with a WTF?! look in her eyes responds, "Slenda-WHAT?"

I choose a Gelati (frozen custard layered with Italian ice) instead.

I…

Golden Sea Chinese Restaurant

1301 Skippack Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422

Joy S. writes: Excellent Chinese. Nice ambience. Clean.

Campus Corner

829 E Lancaster Ave
Villanova, PA 19085

sara c. writes: Ah, Campus Corner.  You got me through many late nights.  You were there when I was on a different planet from partying, and you were there when I was in the midst of paper-writing hell.  Your greasy grilled cheese sandwiches and heath bar frozen…

Ishkabibble's Eatery
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

337 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Enjella L. writes: These 5 stars go soley to the chicken cheese steak.

Huge chicken chunks.

The best chicken cheesesteak period.

City Tavern
Neighborhood: Olde City

138 S 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Gourmet G. writes: Originally built in 1773, this was the convening site for the Constitutional Convention, as well as the setting for one of George Washington's inaugural celebrations. The cuisine here is authentic early American, with many of the dishes adapted from…

Modern Eye
Neighborhood: University City

3419 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Jesse M. writes: This place is just the best.  Incredible selection of frames including Paul Frank, which has some great stuff at very reasonable prices ($200 frames!!).  The staff here is out of this world.  I must have tried on 30 pairs of frames and the person…

Brasserie Perrier
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1619 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Marcello D. writes: When we lived in Colorado, my wife and I would go to the Denny's in Boulder because it was a great place to people watch the incredibly drunk/high, super rich trustafarians. They were always unconsciously/unintention ally hilarious, greatly because…

McGillin's Old Ale House
Neighborhood: Market East, Avenue of the Arts South

1310 Drury St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

lauren b. writes: "So you wanna go back to my place and smoke some pot?"  
This is where that classic line graced my ears.  Seriously the best pick-up line I've ever heard.  
My response (laughing hysterically, mind you): "That's awesome.  But no."
His friend comes over:…

Jamaican Jerk Hut
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts South

1436 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19146

josh f. writes: So we went to Jamaican Jerk Hut last night. Now, this place has gotten some hype from my friends so I went in with some high expectations...

First things first: It took a good while for the waiter to come and take our order. When he got there though,…

The Fountain
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Logan Square, Art Museum District

1 Logan Square
inside The Four Seasons
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Alexandra T. writes: Ah yes... the glorious tried and true Fountain Restaurant in the Four Seasons Hotel.....

My old alma mater to be accurate. This is an institution that combines the most experienced and talented staff in the front of the house and the back of the house…

Black Sheep Pub and Restaurant
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

247 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

George R. writes: The Black Sheep never disappoints me.  When I first moved to Philadelphia, I tried to eat here and sat at a table forever trying to get service.  I eventually left.  Little did I know that if you sit down stairs, that is not the real restaurant,…

Byblos
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

116 South 18th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Seve' M. writes: Definitely have to give it up to Byblos as something different in this city. Had a friend come in from out of town and was told Byblos was the spot I should go to for a relaxing outing. Because of all of the reviews for a weekend night I decided to…

Alexander Inn
Neighborhood: Washington Square West

301 S 12th St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

MiRIAM w. writes: Fabulous service and extremely reasonable rates, especially considering the Alexander Inn's lovely location.

Were it not for the bbq potato chip that sprang from in between the coverlet and the blanket as I prepared to slip into bed, I'd have given…

The Smoked Joint
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts South

1420 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Susan G. writes: So sad to see another great Philly favorite fall.  We will miss your succulent bbq meats and delicious sweet potato fries.  SAD TO SEE YOU GO OLD FRIEND!

El Azteca II Mexican Restaurant
Neighborhood: Market East

714 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

George R. writes: Don't get me wrong, I like this place a lot and will definitely go back here many more times in the future.  It was loud, colorful, full of people, and of course there is the BYOB special of $6.00 pitchers of Margaritas that are made from your own…