since 1993 - PhillyVisitor · SUMMER 2015 since 1993. CONTENTS a SUMMER 2015 Dave & Busters, located just outside the Historic District, is considered Philly’s ultimate sports bar,

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SUMMER 2015Area Maps• Center City Philadelphia . . . . p. 24• South Philadelphia . . . . . . . ..p. 38 Attractions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 4Daytrips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 8Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . p. 18• Art Museum Area . . . . . . . . .p. 29• Center City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 18• Chinatown/ Convention Center . . . . . . . . . p. 40• Manayunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 31 • New Jersey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 31• Old City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 32• South Philly. . . . . . . . . . . . .. p. 38 • South Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 35• University City . . . . . . . . . . . p. 28

Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 14 East Passyunk Avenue . . . . . p. 16 Fairmount & Art Museum. . . . p. 14Galleries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 13 Gayborhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 44 Museums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 10 Nightlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 45 Shopping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 6Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 4

PHONE NUMBERS• Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). . . . . . . . . . . 800/PHL-GATE

• Amtrak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800/872-7245

• SEPTA Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215/580-7800

• Convention & Visitors Bureau. . . . . . . . . . 215/636-3300

• Pennsylvania Convention Center . . . . . . . 800/428-9000

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ATTRACTIONSAdventure Aquarium on the Delaware Water-front – 1 Aquarium Dr Camden NJ, 866-451-AQUA; 800-616-JAWS or 856-365-3300. Adven-tureAquarium.com.

Adventure Center at Whitewater Challengers 800/443-8554 www.whitewaterchallengers.com [email protected] Action-packed whitewater rafting….mild to wild trips each day on the nearby Lehigh River in the Poconos. An easy day or overnighter from Philadelphia. Terrific rapids and exquisite wilderness scen-ery, Ages 5+. This is the most fun you’ll have all year! No experience needed. Also featuring camping (tent and rustic cabins), Mountain Bik-ing, Kayak clinics, Zipline and Paintball range.

Independence National Park Old City, be-tween Chestnut and Arch Sts, 2nd and 6th Sts,

215/636-1666. Historic area of Philadelphia, fea-turing renowned landmarks such as The Liberty Bell.

The National Constitution Center on Philadel-phia’s Independence Mall, 525 Arch St 215/409-6600 www.constitutioncenter.org The National Constitution Center is dedicated to honoring the U.S. Constitution. Adults $12, Seniors $11, Children 4-12 $8, Extra charge for some special exhibits. Mon-Fri 9:30-5, Sat 9:30-6, Sun noon-5.

TOURSThe Big Bus Company Philadelphia Hop on and hop off these double-decker buses as much as you like with the today and tomorrow pass, which also can be used for Philadelphia Trolley Works. Tours depart frequently from fifth and Market streets and have 27 stops near 100 attractions in the city. If you do not want to hop off, just sit back and soak in the history and sunshine. We offer a cour-tesy shuttle pickup from all Center City, Airport and City Line locations. Call 215/389-8687 or visit www.phillytour.com for tickets and information

Ghost Tour of Philadelphia Independence Park & Society Hill 215/413-1997, www.ghosttour.com Explore the other side of America’s most

historic and most haunted city on Philadelphia’s most unique and entertaining candlelight walk-ing tour. Costumed tour guides spin tales of mys-tery and intrigue on a leisurely stroll through Independence Park and Society Hill on visits to Washington Square, Pine Street Cemetery, City Tavern and more. Experience the haunting tales of plague and pestilence...burial grounds and potter’s fields...heroes and traitors as we bring history back to life! $17/person, $10 ages 4-12.Call 215-413-1997 for Reservations & Ticket Locations. Save $2 on tickets at ghosttour.com.

Philadelphia Trolley Works Philadelphia’s old-est tour company, serving the city for over 35 years. This is the best way to get to know Phila-delphia and all of its history, shopping, culture and attractions. This hop-on-hop-off tour runs in conjunction with the Big Bus Company and has 27 stops located near 100 different attractions in the city. PTW also has a full fleet of vehicles for private transportation. Call 215/389-8687 or visit www.phillytour.com for tickets and information.

Ride the Ducks Fun Philadelphia tours always include an exciting ride on one of our amazing land and water duck vehicles. Ride through the

historic streets of Old City Philadelphia and down “the hippest street in town”--South Street. Splash-down and cruise the Delaware River. Laugh and learn aboard this 70 minute city adventure. Great for groups and individuals! Groups 20 or more call 215/351-9989. Individuals call 877/887-8225

Taste of Philly at Reading Terminal Market 12th and Filbert Sts, 215/545-8007, www.tasteof-phillyfoodtour.com [email protected]. Love to eat? You’ll love this 75-minute food-writer-led walking tour about Philly food favorites like cheesesteaks, hoagies and pretzels and the vibrant Reading Terminal Market where they’re

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sold. Also learn about Philly as the birthplace of the Whitman Sampler, Ernie Keebler and Brey-ers Ice Cream – in other words, fun history that has nothing to do with our government! Leaves from the Market welcome desk, 12th and Filbert Sts., Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10 A.M. Res-ervations required. $16.95 adults; $9.95 kids (in-cludes several small food samples). Private tours also available.

76 Carriage Company 215/389-TOUR www.phillytour.com Visitors can enjoy a great Philadel-phia Tradition and take a fully narrated tour of the Historic District and neighborhoods in a horse-drawn carriage. This tour is available year-round. Starlit evening carriage tours can be arranged by reservation. Courtesy shuttle pickups at area ho-tels begins at 10am. We have over 30 years in the horse and carriage business in Philadelphia. Look for the “76 Carriage Co” before you board!

SHOPPINGThe Bourse Food Court and Specialty Shops 111 S. Independence Mall E. 215/625-0300 www.bourse-pa.com This retail and dining complex, housed in the nation’s first commodi-ties exchange building, across the street from Independence Hall, makes for a convenient stop for souvenirs and a great lunch. Open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm.Sunday hours (March-October only)11am-5pm.

Century 21 Department Store This iconic NYC retailer is now in Philadelphia, a must-see for every shopper. Century 21 is known for offer-

ing amazing deals on designer must-haves, from runway-ready labels to essentials for the entire family. You need to stop by to see the names that are in store today (and when you go back home, you can shop deals 24/7 on C21stores.com). CENTURY 21 DEPARTMENT STORE: 821 Market St.; open Monday-Friday 9am-8pm, Sat-urday 10am-8pm and Sunday 11am-7pm; 215-952-2121.

National Watch Exchange 101 S. 8th St at Chestnut St on Jeweler’s Row 215/627-WATCH.www.nationalwatch.com National specializes in pre-owned, high-end watches including Cart-ier, Rolex and Breitling. National has over 500 watches in stock and offers a one-year warranty. National also carries the largest selection of cer-tified diamonds and mountings in Philadelphia. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 11am-4pm.

The Piazza at Schmidts North 2nd St North-ern Liberties. www.atthepiazza.com. Explore 40 spaces that range from clothing designers, art galleries, & several fine restaurants all owned and operated by Philadelphians.

The Shops at the Bellevue Broad and Walnut Home to some of Philly’s finest shops including Nicole Miller, Polo Ralph Lauren and Williams Sonoma.

University City District University City was Philadelphia’s first suburb, and it remains home to distinctive, livable urban neighborhoods of wide porches, tree-lined streets, restaurants and cafes, and shops.

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Historic revere tavern restaurant Located in Paradise, PA - the heart of Lancaster County. Our historic tavern, built in 1740, houses four

warm and distinctive dining rooms with 7 working fireplaces. Come enjoy our fantastic food in a re-laxing atmosphere. Conveniently located on Rt. 30, close to all shopping and attractions. Call 1-800-429-7383. Our full menu and more www.reveretav-ern.com Historical Past. Present Day Paradise.

Miller’s smorgasbord & Bakery If you miss Miller’s, you miss Lancaster County. The area’s

original smorgasbord restaurant now features a new menu with specials starting at $7.99. They’re conveniently located near attractions and outlets on Rt 30, six miles east of Lancaster (GPS: 2811 Lincoln Highway East, Ronks). Reservations, call ahead seating, and walk-ins are welcome 1-800-669-3568. Miller’s is PA Preferred, a Reader’s Choice and ServSafe Award Winner. Get the whole story, and coupons, at www.Millers1929.com

Plain & Fancy restaurant 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Rt 340) Bird-in-Hand, PA Select Lancast-

er’s original, Amish Farm Feast, as featured on Travel Channel’s Man V. Food. Or, choose something from the extensive ala carte menu. On the 10 acre prop-erty, you’ll find buggy rides, theater, homestead, tours, shopping and AmishView Inn & Suites. 717-768-4400. Get the whole story, and coupons, on their Mobile Friendly website. www.PlainAndFancyFarm.com

amishView Inn & suites Luxury With a View. Located in the heart of Lancaster County’s Amish

Country on an AAA Scenic Byway. Complimen-tary hot country breakfast, kitchenettes, incredible views & more. Entirely non-smoking. Indoor pool, fitness center, fireplaces, whirlpools, buggy rides, theater, food, shopping. 1-866-568-1488 • 3125 Old Philadelphia Pike (Rt 340), Bird-in-Hand PA (if GPS problem, try Ronks PA) Get the whole story at www.AmishViewInn.com

cameron estate Inn 1855 Mansion Ln, Mount Joy, PA 17552

(717) 492-0111 www.cameronestateinn.com The Cameron Estate Inn is a charming 18 room historic country inn secluded on 15 pastoral acres of wood-land and lawn bisected by two trout streams. The beautifully appointed guest rooms feature fireplac-es, European antiques, air conditioning, and luxury linens. All rooms contain private baths. Enjoy fine dining in a relaxed yet casually elegant atmosphere, specializing in creative contemporary continental cuisine with an extensive wine list & a full liquor license. Weddings are our specialty.

Dutch Wonderland is A King-dom for Kids! with over 35 kid-friendly rides including two coasters, Duke’s Lagoon

water-play area, and Exploration Island featuring over 20 animatronic dinosaurs. New for 2015! Bon Voyage Balloon Chase. 2249 Lincoln Highway East Lancaster, PA, or visit www. dutchwonderland.com.

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Wheaton arts and cultural center. Millville, nJ Whea-

tonArts has served as an arts and cultural cross-roads in the heart of South Jersey for four decades. Whether you are fascinated by glassmaking and American glass, by the cultural traditions of those who have shaped our region, or by the artists and educators who share their unique talents through classes, workshops and demonstrations, Whea-tonArts has something for you! Just strolling and enjoying the beautiful grounds or browsing our four distinctive Museum Stores is reason for a visit. Special events, festivals and other exciting pro-grams fill the calendar during every season. April-Dec.,open Tues.-Sun., 10am-5pm. wheatonarts.org. 800-998-4552.

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the Historic smithville Inn has offered a sophisticated dining experience combined

with an atmosphere of warm hospitality, since 1787. The scenic views from our dining areas looking out on Lake Meone, our private dining rooms with fire-places and formal banquet and wedding facilities, coupled with our attention to detail, will make your dining, banquet or wedding event a night to remem-ber. Discover the tradition of the Historic Smithville Inn. 1 N. New York Rd, Absecon NJ 08205 609/652-7777 www.smithvilleinn.com

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Penn’s cave & Wildlife Park America’s ONLY all-

water cavern & wildlife park, located 18 miles east of State College in rural Centre Hall, PA. This histor-ic natural attraction includes two fully-guided tours: the all-water limestone cavern tour, given entirely by boat; & the farm, nature & wildlife tour, given by bus or tractor tram, featuring native North American wildlife. Also available: Gemstone panning, large Visitors Center & gift shop, Cave Cafe’ and Miners Maze. “Spend the day!” www.pennscave.com (814) 364-1664.

Fort Mifflin on the Dela-ware History LIVES at Fort

Mifflin! Site of the greatest bombardment of the American Revolution, Civil War prison, 20th cen-tury munitions depot. Explore the 50-acre prop-erty including historic buildings, museum exhibits, gift shop, riverfront picnic area, nature trail and moat. Open Wed - Sun; 10am to 4pm, Mon & Tues by chance or appointment. Tall Ships Festival at Fort Mifflin features artillery salutes for arriving vessels! Thurs, June 25, 9 AM. Living history events on most summer weekends include hands-on activities for families, guided tours and cannon demonstrations. Special night-time programs for ghost hunters! Visit our website for schedule and details at www.Fort-Mifflin.us. Special programs for reserved groups, schools and Scouts available year-round. Well be-haved dogs on leash always welcome. GPS address 4600 Hog Island Road

chestnut Hill, Philadelphia’s Gar-den District, is especially appealing in the summer with beautiful nature

trails and gardens, outdoor dining, boutique shop-ping, concerts in the park and fun events like Plein Air in June and Dog Days of Summer in July. Chestnut Hill is a neighborhood that blends the nostalgia of Main Street with sophisticated summer fun. Only 20 minutes from downtown Philadelphia, Chestnut Hill is closer than you think and easily accessible by train or

bus. www.chestnuthillpa.com or 215-247-6696.

West chester Located in the heart of the scenic Brandy-

wine Valley just 45-minutes west of Philadelphia, historic downtown West Chester is a dining des-tination with more than 65 restaurants for every taste and budget. Ranked as a “Walkers Paradise”, browsers can stroll the historic district with its rich collection of structures dating from 1789 while browsing in the quaint boutiques and galleries. Visit the Chester County Historical Society featuring sev-eral wonderful exhibits. On weekends, enjoy a ride on an excursion train as it travels one of the oldest routes in the country. See events, directories, and information at DowntownWestChester.com.

the James a. Michener art Mu-seum, in Doylestown, PA is pleased to present a summer of stellar ex-hibitions. Great reviews continue

for The Artist in the Garden, a show that explores the relationship between artists and the garden landscape, through August 9. Kate Breakey: Small Death features extraordinary, hand-colored images of the birds, flowers and insects, through July 12. Upcoming exhibitions include Iron and Coal, Pe-troleum and Steel: Industrial Art from the Steidle Collection, July 11 – October 25, dramatic paint-ings celebrate the Pennsylvania’s industrial power and its proud workers. Veils of Color: Juxtaposi-tions and Recent Work by Elizabeth Osborne, July 25 – November 15, reveals a subtle pas de deux between abstraction and realism, demonstrating the power of color when at the command of the artist’s brush. For information: 215.340.9800 or MichenerArtMuseum.org

$6 seniors and students with ID, children 5-11 $4, and children under 5 free. www.americanswedish.org. 215.389.1776.

The Barnes Foundation Discover why the Economist calls the Barnes “the greatest private collection of post-impressionist and early modern art in America.” Explore thousands of masterpieces, including Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Van Gogh, plus African sculpture, Pennsylvania German fur-niture and so much more. There is nowhere else like the Barnes. While most collections are grouped by chronology, style, or genre, art at the Barnes is arranged in ensembles structured according to light, line, color, and space—principles that founder Albert Barnes called “the universal language of art.” With tours, exhibitions, workshops, live music, and family programs, there’s something for art lovers of all ages! Located at 20th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Open Wednes-day–Monday 10 am–5 pm. Closed Tuesdays. Also open 6–9 pm with live entertainment every First Friday and select Friday evenings. For tickets, visit barnesfoundation.org or call 215.278.7200.

The Chemical Heritage Foundation 315 Chestnut Street. 215-925-2222, www.chem-heritage.org. The Museum at CHF features permanent and changing exhibits that reveal chemistry’s untold stories, from alchemy to nanotechnology. Trace scientific progress in the laboratory, the factory, and the home, and learn how chemistry continues to shape the modern world. Discover the chemistry

in your life! Through September 4: Books of Secrets: Writing and Reading Alchemy, an origi-nal exhibit that explores the written word in alchemical practice through CHF’s collections of late medieval manuscripts, paintings, and early printed books. Open 7 days a week! Mon–Fri, 10am–5pm. Sat 10am–4pm, Sun 12pm–4pm. Free admission.

The Fabric Workshop and Museum (FWM), 1214 Arch; The New Temporary Contem-porary, 1222 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Museum, Free, Open 7 Days/Week. Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm. www.fabricworkshopandmuseum.org, call 215.561.8888, or email [email protected]. FWM founded in 1977, is recognized as an internationally acclaimed contemporary art museum, uniquely distin-guished as the only institution in the U.S. devoted to creating work in new materials and new media in collaboration with artists drawn from all disciplines through its Artist-in-Residence program. The Museum, free & open 7 days/week, features: an onsite screen-printing and studio workshops; in-house and

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Academy of Natural Sciences Museum 1900 Ben Franklin Pkwy 215/299-1000 ansp. org. Mon-Fri, 10am-4:30pm. Week-ends & holidays, 10am-5pm. Adults $15.95. Children(3-12), seniors, & military with I.D. $13.95. Prices subject to change. The Acad-emy is a leading natural history museum dedicated to advancing research, education, and public engagement in biodiversity and environmental science. Enjoy 4 floors of inter-active exhibits, come face-to-face with T.Rex, take a stroll in a tropical garden filled with butterflies, and see live animals up close. Spe-cial exhibit: Animal Grossology is the slimiest, stinkiest, and downright yuckiest exhibit you will find in Philadelphia in 2015! Based on Sylvia Branzei’s best-selling children’s book series Grossology, this hands-on 3-D exhibit oozes with disgusting.

The African American Museum in Philadel-phia 215-574-0380 www.aampmuseum.org. The African American Museum in Philadel-phia is located on the corner of 7th and Arch Streets in Old City Philadelphia. Visit us to experience the richness and vibrancy of Af-rican American heritage and culture in four magnificent exhibition galleries filled with exciting history and fascinating art. We are open Thursday through Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday 12pm-5pm. General admission is $14 for adults, $10 for children, students and seniors, and free for members. Visit our web-site today to see what’s new!

American Swedish Historical Museum The first museum in the United States dedicated to Swedish and Swedish American history and culture, the ASHM also highlights the impact of Swedes on the Philadelphia region. A newly renovated exhibition tells the story of the Delaware Valley’s earliest European settlers and their New Sweden Colony (1638-1655). Other rooms highlight contributions of Swedes and Swedish Americans including so-prano Jenny Lind, feminist Fredrika Bremer, engineer John Ericsson, children’s storybook character Pippi Longstocking, and artists Carl Milles, Carl Larsson and Birger Sandzén. Special exhibitions feature contemporary art and design, as well as Swedish history and culture. On view through August 23: Indian Nation: Indian Motorcycles and America, which features rare bikes from America’s first mo-torcycle manufacturer, founded by Swedish-American Carl Oscar Hedstrom Tu-F 10-4, Sa-Su 12-4. Closed Mon & holidays. $8 adults,

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Both/And Richard Tuttle Print and Cloth, on view at The Fab-ric Workshop and Museum (FWM). Left: Richard Tuttle, Pants, 1979. Pigment on bleached cotton muslin. 72 x 26 inches. Lim-ited edition. Right: Richard Tuttle, The Thinking Cap, 1998. Pig-ment on cotton and stainless steel. 12 x 8.5 x 7.5 inches. Edition of 5. 24, 1998. Pine. 24 x 24 x 24 inches. Edition of 8. All works are in collaboration with The Fabric Workshop and Museum, Philadelphia. Photo credit: Will Brown.

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touring exhibitions; a Museum Shop filled with a multitude of functional objects, mul-tiples created by artists-in-residence, and FWM publications; an extensive permanent collection; and comprehensive educational programming. FWM Summer Exhibitions: Both/And Richard Tuttle Print and Cloth (pub-lic reception May 15–Summer); By the Work of Her Hands (public workshop June 4; public reception June 5–Summer).

National Liberty Museum in the heart of historic Philadelphia at 321 Chestnut Street, 215/925-2800, www.libertymuseum.org. Your visit begins in an immersive theater in NLM’s new Welcome to Liberty Gallery, where you’ll discover the sights, sounds and themes of liberty which echo throughout the Museum. Highlights include the stories of 2,000 heroes from around the world, an original collection of glass art, and an exact replica of the Lib-erty Bell that’s close enough to touch, along with many other hands-on activities. It’s an inspiring and entertaining experience for visi-tors of all ages. Open 10am-5pm, seven days a week. Call for schedule on holidays. Adults: $7, Seniors: $6, Students: $5, Children 5-17: $2 with an adult, or $15 for an entire family with two adults and their children.

National Museum of American Jewish History 215-923-3811 www.nmajh.org, The National Museum of American Jewish His-tory, located on historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, brings to life the 350-year his-tory of Jews in America. Tracing the stories of how Jewish immigrants became Jewish Amer-icans, the Museum is an open door for all, inviting visitors of all backgrounds to share their own stories and reflect on how their histories and identities shape and are shaped by the American experience. Our architectur-ally distinguished building located on historic Independence Mall features more than 1,200 artifacts, 30 original films, and 13 interactive displays. Major Special Exhibition: Richard Avedon: Family Affairs – April 1 through Au-gust 2, 2015 Art Installation: Liat: Scattered Light – Now Open. Museum Hours: Tues-Fri 10am–5pm; Sat & Sun 10am–5:30pm. Closed most Mondays and various Jewish & federal holidays. (Check website for details). Adults $12; Seniors (65+) $11; Youth (13-21) $11; Active military and Children (12 & under) Free. Admission to the Museum’s first floor gallery is FREE!

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, 215-972-7600, www.pafa.org. The nation’s first museum and school of fine arts, housing one of the world’s finest American art collec-tions. Hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10am-5pm; Wednesday 10am-9pm, Saturday and Sunday, 11am-5pm. Admission: adults $15; seniors (60+) and students with ID $12, youth (13-18) $8. Free for members and chil-

NLM’s new Welcome to Liberty Gallery featuring interactives, glass art and an exact replica of the Liberty Bell

dren under 12 (excl. groups) On view: Trac-tion Company at PAFA, showcasing the work of an innovate artist collective comprised of more than a dozen PAFA alumni (July 2 –Oct. 11). Group tours also available; call for info.

Philadelphia History Mu-seum 15 South 7th Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 Tues-Sat, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 students & teens (13-18),

children 12 & under free. Just steps from the Liberty Bell, the Museum showcases an array of historical objects, art, and artifacts that tell the story of Philadelphia, from its founding in 1682 to present day. The Museum features eight renovated galleries, containing stunning items from its vast holdings, and provides various interactive elements to enhance the visitor experience. On view are items ranging from George Washington’s 1790s writing desk to Joe Frazier’s 1970s Championship boxing gloves. Visitors can also tour the city by walk-ing on the world’s largest map of Philadelphia.

Penn Museum 3260 South Street, Phila-delphia, 215.898.4000, www.penn.museum This world-renowned museum features three gallery floors with extraordinary art and ar-tifacts from ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Asia, North and Central America, the Medi-terranean World, and Africa. Visit In the Ar-tifact Lab: Conserving Egyptian Mummies and Beneath the Surface: Life, Death, and Gold in Ancient Panama. Outdoor Summer Nights Concert Series Wednesdays, June 17 through September 2 is free with Museum admission. Hours: Tues-Sun 10am-5pm; Wednesdays to 8 pm. June admission: $15 adults; $13 seniors (65+), $10 children (5-17) and full-time stu-dents with college ID; free for children under

5. July-August: $10 general admission (free for children under 5).

Polish American Cul-tural Center Museum 308 Walnut St. 215.922.1700, www.polishamericancen-ter.com. Ongoing museum features displays on Pol-ish history and culture and paintings of Great Men and

Women of Poland, a pictorial display of Po-land at Arms, with World War II photographs from 1939-1944. May-Dec Mon-Sat, Jan-Apr Mon-Fri 10am-4pm. Free admission. Closed on holidays.

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Arthur Ross Gallery 220 S. 34th Street 215-898-2083, www.upenn.edu/ARG Housed in a National Landmark Building, The Ar-thur Ross Gallery presents

multi-media exhibitions featuring art and ar-tifacts from antiquity to the present. Gallery Schedule: A Sense of Place–Modern Japanese Prints through June 21. Courtly Treasures: The Collection of Thomas W. Evans, Surgeon Dentist to Napoleon III July 19-Nov. 8. Hours: Tues – Fri 10–5; Sat & Sun 12–5.

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June 7. Philadelphia International Cycling Classic. International bicyclists make their way from the Philadelphia Museum of Art to Manayunk’s famous “Wall,” a true test of champions

June 27-July 4. Wawa Welcome America at Penn’s Landing- Columbus Blvd. and Chest-nut Streets. WelcomeAmerica.com. This multi-day party celebrates the nation’s birth-day with free events for all ages throughout the city, including concerts, a parade and fireworks.

June 20-21. Annual Manayunk Arts Fes-tival. Held in June on the Streets of Mana-yunk, the Festival is the largest outdoor arts and crafts show in the Delaware Valley. 215/482-4565. www.manayunk.com

July 24-26. Xponential Music Festival, Wig-gins Park, Camden, NJ. Outdoor concert featuring new and veteran musical artists. Performers include The Wailers, Indigo Girls and Dawes.

September 18-20. 1th An-nual Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show at Ritten-house Square, 18th and Walnut Streets. For info, email RittenhouseArt@aol.

com or call 610/299-1343. www.Rittenhous-eSquareArt.com . Come “Circle the Square” at this beautiful and historic park and enjoy the artwork. Fast becoming one of the most respected outdoor art shows of only original artwork in the country. Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm.

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CENTER CITYD2 Bru 1318 Chestnut St 215/800-1079 bruphilly.com Bru is a modern American gastropub meets “indoor German biergarten” located 3 blocks from the Convention Center in Midtown Village. Featuring 38 American Craft & German drafts, a large bottled beer selection from around the world, and a cre-ative kitchen offering a local interpretation of German favorites serving full menu from 11am ‘til 1am daily. Please check us out on Facebook for a list of upcoming events @ www.facebook.com/BRUphilly.

BurgerFi 44 N. 12th St (Home2Suites Hotel) 267/928-3882 BurgerFi.com BurgerFi BURG-ERS and CHEESEBURGERS—Free-range, never-frozen, never-microwaved Angus beef (the best there is), with absolutely no hor-mones, no antibiotics, no chemicals, and no additives. That means better flavor that’s bet-ter for you. BurgerFi FRIES—fresh-cut with

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D2 Chima Brazilian Steakhouse 1901 John F.Kennedy Blvd.(corner of 20th St. and JFK) 215/525-3233. chimasteakhouse.com. Chima provides authentic Brazilian cuisine served rodizio style. Experience 17 kinds of meat served by authentic Gauchos. Meals include an all-inclusive salad bar with more than 40 items. Valet parking is available. Open Mon-Thu 5:30pm-9:30pm, Fri-Sat 5:30pm-10pm, Sun 4pm-9pm.

D3 Cibo 1227 Walnut St 215/923-8208 cibophiladelphia.com Cibo, pronounced “Chee-bo,” means food in Italian, but it’s more than a feast for the senses. Cibo is a collabo-

ration producing a most spectacular result featuring Antonio Cardillo as Master Chef with an all new menu, extended operating hours and most exciting live music performed by our diligent serving staff. Cibo offers the complete dining experience that satisfies ev-ery need. In addition to the wonderful food, be treated to nostalgic as well as contemporary music performances in a relaxed and magical atmosphere. Lunch 11am-3pm daily. Dinner and bar hours, Sun-Thu 5pm-10pm, Fri & Sat 5pm-11pm.

Cooperage 601 Walnut St in the Curtis Cen-ter (entrance off 7th and Sansom) 215/226-COOP (2667) www.cooperagephilly.com For great domestic craft beer, and extensive wine and whiskey selections, head to Cooperage, a New American gastropub located in the his-toric Curtis Center, just north of Washington Square. Coop’s kitchen puts a fun twist on comfort food, and a refreshing focus on slow food, like oysters on the half shell, and cheese and charcuterie boards put together from small American farms. Adjacent is a small

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Fogo De Chão 1337 Chestnut Street 215/636-9700. Fogo De Chão features con-tinuous service of 15 different delectable cuts of beef, pork, lamb and chicken. Our concept also offers a sumptuous buffet of gourmet salads and fresh cut vegetables, and a variety of traditional side dishes to compliment the meats. Fogo De Chão is open for lunch and dinner and is ideal for both business and lei-sure meals. It awes it’s patrons with quality, delicious food and excellent service, while keeping the culinary tradition alive. Week-days: Lunch 11:30-2:30 and dinner 5:30-10. Dinner only Saturday, 4:30-10:30. Dinner only Sunday 4-9:30.

D7 Franky Bradley’s 1320 Chancellor St., corner of Juniper and Chancellor, 215/735-0735 A nostalgic and eclectic restaurant and bar in the heart of Center City, Franky Brad-ley’s serves up a feast for the senses. Great craft beer and cocktails, as well as a unique wine list compliment an engaging menu. Items such as Lobster Pierogies, a Duck Cu-ban Sandwich and a Pan-roasted Lamb Chop are just some of the unique takes on classics you’ll find at extremely reasonable prices. . The full menu is served every day until 1am. On the weekends, the second floor club offers DJs, bands and dancing. Open daily at 5pm.

D8 Fratelli’s Italian Bistro 1339 Chestnut St 215/731-0700 fratellisib.com Casual Ital-ian Dining in an upscale setting for the Cen-ter City crowd. Fratelli’s does all the classics, balances this with a contemporary spread of appetizers and flatbreads, and tops it off with a nice wine list as well. Happy hour specials daily Monday thru Friday from 3-7pm. Try the new $25 prix-fixe menu or order from an extensive menu featuring pasta, seafood, chicken, veal and more pasta! Leave room to try one of the homemade desserts like tira-misu or Oreo cheesecake. Serving lunch Mon-Sat and dinner nightly.

D9 Grace Tavern 23rd & South Sts (2229 Grays Ferry Ave) 215/893-9580. A lovingly restored neighborhood tavern that features

take-away café, where guests visiting nearby historical attractions may grab a salad, sand-wich, or delicious cup of coffee to take with them on their excursions! Café Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Coop’s kitchen Mon-Fri 11am-1am, Sat 12-1am, Sunday 5pm-2am. Bar open all day ‘til 2:00am.

D4 Devon Seafood Grill 225 S 18th St 215/546-5940 devonseafood.com. The menu at this Rittenhouse Square restaurant chang-es constantly to reflect the fresh seafood brought in daily from both coasts. Specialties include award-winning Maryland-style crab cakes and bottomless sweet biscuits. Open Tue-Thurs 11am-11pm, Fri and Sat 11am-midnight, Sun and Mon 11am-10pm. Reserva-tions accepted.

D5 Fergie’s Pub 1214 Sansom St 215/ 928-8118. Fergies.com Nestled in the heart of Center City, Fergie’s Pub is home to all the best of a real Irish Pub: warm, friendly atmo-sphere and some of the best Guinness on tap in the city. Voted the Best Neighborhood Bar in Philadelphia. Our traditional Irish menu includes shepherd’s pie, fish and chips and burgers sure to please. We also specialize in some barbeque fare featuring dry rubbed pork spare ribs, beef brisket, and west Carolina pulled pork, hickory smoked for 16 hours. Thursday nights showcase the local favorite Quizo game. Traditional Irish Music Session, Saturday 4-7. Irish Ballad session Sunday 4-7. A variety of live music can be seen here Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sat-urday at no charge. For info on the brand new beer garden next door, go to fergiesbeach.fergies.com. Open 7 days from 11:30am-2am Kitchen open til midnight every night.

D6 Finn McCool’s 118 S. 12th St 215/923-3090 finnmccoolsphilly.com. Finn McCool’s is your “local Irish pub” located in the heart of Center City. Finn’s offers a mix of local craft beers and Irish pub staples on draft. Visit us for our vibrant Happy Hour (Mon-Fri 5-7), stop by for our gameday specials, book a private event upstairs in Room 12 Lounge, or stop by late night to enjoy a Philly Cheesesteak with a pint! Please check us out on Facebook for


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D13 Misconduct Tavern 1511 Locust St 215/732-5757 misconduct-tavern.com Lo-cated between Rittenhouse Square and the Avenue of the Arts, Misconduct Tavern offers freshly prepared foods in a neighborhood at-mosphere, making it a destination for people of all ages and interests. A popular spot for lo-cals and tourists alike, Misconduct has some-thing for everyone. Offering 12 rotating draft beers featuring seasonal and local favorites as well as 50+ bottled beers, There are 10 HD flat screen TVs, carefully positioned to ensure great sight-lines for sporting events including the NFL, MLB and NHL packages. Open from 11:30am-2am daily, serving food until 1:30am every day.

D14 Monk’s Café 264 S 16th St 215/545-7005 www.monkscafe.com Consistently rated “One of the Area’s Best” by Zagat, and winner of more than a dozen “Best Of Philly” awards. If you’re visiting Philadelphia, you must stop by Monk’s Café. Inspired by cozy Belgian bras-series, this casual, affordable neighborhood bistro is a great place to grab a quick burger and fresh cut fries, or relax over gourmet deli-cacies like steamed mussels, cured salmon, poached turbot, rack of lamb, grilled steaks, duck breast, and vegetarian fare. Choose from over 200 world-class beers, or sample one of the 20 Belgian Ales on tap – the largest se-lection of its kind in the country. Sun brunch 11am-5pm. Kitchen open 11:30am- 1am nightly. Bar open 11:30am-2am nightly.

great wine and spirits. Menu highlights in-clude Jambalaya, Oyster Po’ Boy with remou-lade sauce, fresh sausage sandwiches, and pomme frites with Monk’s Bourbon Mayo. Full menu 11:30 am-2am daily.

D10 Maggiano’s Little Italy 1201 Filbert St 215/567-2020 maggianos.com. Maggiano’s blends the tradition of family, good time with friends, and authentic Italian cuisine. In a vibrant dining atmosphere, filled with the nostalgic Italian charm of red-checked table-cloths, and surrounded by walls covered in family portraits, we welcome you to come cel-ebrate and enjoy the Maggiano’s experience. We work in a “made from scratch” kitchen, replicating everyday recipes that have been in our families for many, many years. Mag-giano’s offers an enticing menu full of Old and New World Italian recipes, irresistible des-serts, a full list of select wines, and popular house specialties. Mon-Thu 11:30am-10pm, Fri, Sat 11:30am-11pm, Sun 12-10pm.

The Melting Pot 1219 Filbert St, Philadel-phia 215/922-7002 and 150 Allendale Road, King of Prussia 610/265-7195 www.melting-pot.com. What’s new in Fondue? Well, quite a lot…it’s much more than just cheese and chocolate. The Melting Pot restaurant fea-tures a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere with private tables and attentive service. A terrific blend of dinner and entertainment. A four-course dinner consists of cheese fondue pre-pared tableside, followed by a choice of fresh salads. The entrée selection features steak, chicken, seafood, pasta and vegetables. Fin-ish off with a delectable dessert array of fresh fruit, rice krispies treats, brownies, cheese-cake and marshmallows served with choices of decadent chocolate fondue. Individual en-trees also featured. And don’t forget our ex-traordinary wine list. Reservations are highly encouraged.

D12 Midtown II Restaurant 122-124 S. 11 St. 215-627-6452 and 215/627-5568 www.midtown2restaurant.com Family owned and operated and proudly serving Philadelphia since 1974. Conveniently located in Midtown Village, we are walking distance from many

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D15 Olive Garden 1346 Chestnut Street 215/546-7950 olivegarden.com. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, you’ll feel right at home here. You’ll get the same great food and friendly service you’re accustomed to at your hometown Olive Gar-den. At Olive Garden, Italy is the root of our inspiration and Passion! All of Olive Garden’s chefs study in Tuscany learning how to com-bine fresh ingredients to create authentic Ital-ian foods that you’ll enjoy sharing with family and friends. Try our classic Italian dishes like lasagna, eggplant Parmigiana, and five-cheese

ziti, or enjoy one of our steak, chicken, sea-food, or fish entrees. Open Sun-Thu 11-10, Fri & Sat 11-11.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 260 S Broad St 215/790-1515 and 220 N. Gulph Rd, King of Prussia 610/992-1818. www.ruthschrissteak-house.com. Tender, flavorful steak, never frozen. Richly marbled, corn-fed, US prime beef hand-cut daily, broiled to perfection and served sizzling. Serving seafood, fresh vegeta-ble dishes, and eight kinds of potatoes. Select from an assortment of wines and homemade desserts. Open daily from 5pm-late. All major credit cards accepted. Valet parking available.

Shiroi Hana 222 S. 15th St 215/735-4444 shi-roihana.com Since 1984, Shiroi Hana has been serving extraordinary Japanese cuisine in the heart of Center City and the esteemed The-ater District. Shiroi Hana offers impeccably fresh fish at the full-scale sushi bar, amazing appetizers, flavorful teriyaki, crispy tempura and their famous special maki, all served by a helpful and efficient staff. Serving lunch Mon-Fri and dinner 7 nights.

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Tabu Lounge and Sports Bar 200 S 12th St (between Walnut & Locust St) 215/964-9675 tabuphilly.com Tabu was created to serve one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Phila-delphia. A sports bar alongside a lounge, both serving some of the finest local craft beers and comfort food. Tabu is located in walking distance to the convention center, several lo-cal theaters, as well as Antique Row. Nestled in the heart of the “Gayborhood”, Tabu opens its doors to a wonderful mixed crowd where EVERYONE is welcome. Open 7 days a week noon to 2am. Kitchen open noon to 10pm.

D16 The Tavern 243 South Camac St 215/545-1102 TheTavernPhilly.com Graze, Imbibe & Relax. The Tavern Features fresh American bar fare from Chef Mackenzie Hil-ton. Menu highlights include Pork Belly Slid-ers, Fried Monkfish “Po Boys”, and Braised, Shredded Duck Sandwich. Classic cocktails, local brews, reasonable wines. Open Sun, Mon, Wed and Thu 6pm-1am, Fri and Sat 6pm-2am. Closed Tuesday.

D17 U-Bahn 1316 Chestnut St U-Bahn is a local/regional bar, drawing heavy inspira-tion from the abundance of Pennsylvania craft breweries that thrive on brewing German style beer, and with a gastropub menu that pays homage to Philadelphia’s favorite cuisine.

D18 Xiandu Thai Fusion 1119 Walnut St. 215/940-8855 xianduthai.com Enjoy Philly’s finest Thai cuisine prepared by renowned Chef Aung Thu, recently of Café Asean, in New York’s West Village. Offering a full-service bar with an amazing selection of spe-cialty cocktails. Dim Sum 11-3on weekends. Open for lunch 11:30-3 daily. Dinner Sun-Thu 3-10:30, Fri and Sat 3-11:30.

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The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill Col-lege 42nd and Walnut Sts 215/222-4200 walnuthillcollege.edu. The hospitality lead-ers and chefs of tomorrow staff four theme restaurants: The Italian Trattoria (Tue-Sat 6-9:30pm); The American Heartland Res-

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Bishops Collar 2349 Fairmount Ave 215/765-1616. With an ever-changing selection of mi-crobrews & a great jukebox, you know you’re at the right place! This Art-Museum-Area bar provides a cozy atmosphere and an inexpen-sive, creative pub fare menu. Relax outside with a drink, or sip a beer or wines by the glass inside as you enjoy great music. Tues-Sun, 11-2am. Mon 3pm-2am. Sun Brunch 11am-4pm. Open daily for lunch, dinner & late night.

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bottled beers, a dozen well tended drafts, fine spirits, and great wines by the glass and bottle. The old world bar serves a delicious Belgian-inspired menu in a beautiful dining room showcasing nouveau-style painting, or outside in the large wrap-around sidewalk café. Full menu served 11:30am- Midnight daily. Saturday and Sunday brunch served 11am-5pm. Bar is open until 2am nightly.

Doma 1822 Callowhill St 215/564-1114 domarestaurant.com. At Doma, we serve con-

temporary Japanese cuisine & world-class su-shi in a vibrant and contemporary ambience, ideal for a casual meal or entertaining special guests. From sushi to handrolls, tempura to teriyaki, you’ll discover your new favorite Japanese dish here. We take pride in our awe-some food and heartwarming service. Come experience Japanese food at its most exqui-site. Open for lunch Tues-Fri, dinner 7 nights.

Fare 2028 Fairmount Ave., 267/639-3063. www.farerestaurant.com Fare is a restaurant and bar offering a variety of freshly prepared options while keeping our mission to use Lo-cal, Sustainable, Organic, Artisan, and Craft-ed foods. Our menu features American cui-sine with many seafood options. For a quick bite, try our featured flatbreads, fresh cut par-mesan truffle fries, or crispy tuna roll. Enjoy perfectly prepared entrees including pasta, steak, and fresh fish, with specials daily. Re-lax with one of our artfully made cocktails, or choose from our great selection of beer, wine, and spirits. Dine on the patio to enjoy

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Water Works Restaurant and Lounge 640 Waterworks Dr; 215/236- 9000; www.thewa-terworksrestaurant.com. Built in 1812, the Fairmount Water Works was an architectural and engineering marvel. Today, this National Historic Landmark is home to world-class cuisine and a magical dining experience. Dine beneath the high barrel-vaulted ceiling of the Engine House or the glass enclosed Solari-um. Enjoy intimate dining in the Breezeway and cocktails in the Caretaker’s Lounge. Our Riverside Veranda offers breathtaking views of the Schuylkill River & famed Boathouse Row.

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Smokin’ John’s Bar-B-Que 4258 Main St. smokinjohnsmanayunk.com From the people who brought you Winnie’s Le Bus, Smokin’ John’s offers a full complement of ‘cue –ribs, rotisserie chicken, brisket, salmon – all cooked with fruit wood in a Cookshack smoker. Serv-ing dry-rub w/ sauce on the side. Choose your food at the counter, get it weighed, pay, and eat in a communal seating. A great selection of craft beer too!

Winnie’s Le Bus 4266 Main St 215/487-2663. Hip restaurant located on Main Street. The best crab cakes in town, interesting salads, great burgers, great selection of des-serts and artisan breads. Outdoor seating available to watch the sights on Main Street. Serving Sunday brunch, breakfast, lunch and dinners. Casual yet interesting menu. Mon-Fri Breakfast, 9am-11am; Lunch 11am-3pm. Dinner Sun-Thurs 4:30-10pm; Fri, Sat 4:30-11pm. Brunch Sat, Sun 9-3.

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Maggiano’s Little Italy 2000 Route 38 #1180, Cherry Hill 856/792-4470 maggia-nos.com Maggiano’s blends the tradition of family, good times with friends, and au-thentic Italian cuisine. In a vibrant dining atmosphere, filled with the nostalgic Italian charm of red-checked tablecloths, and sur-rounded by walls covered in family portraits, we welcome you to come celebrate and en-joy the Maggaino’s experience. We work in a “made from scratch” kitchen, replicating ev-eryday recipes that have been in our families for many, many years. Maggiano’s offers an enticing menu full of Old and New World Ital-ian recipes, irresistible desserts, a full list of select wines, and popular house specialties. Mon-Thu 11:30am-10pm, Fri, Sat 11:30am-11pm, Sun 12-10pm.

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O1 2nd Story Brewing Company: A craft brewery and restaurant located at 117 Chest-nut St. (267-314-5770) At 2nd Story, our passion is crafting good beer, good food, and enjoying it all with friends. We feature 10+ house beers all brewed on premises, plus a full bar with wine and hand-crafted cocktails. Our kitchen is open for lunch, dinner, and late-night bites. See more at 2ndstorybrew-ing.com.

4 Fathers Philadelphia 319 Market St 215/574-8880 4fatherphilly.com Come visit

the only bar and restaurant in the city dedi-cated to Philly and the Founding Fathers. Try the Betsy Ross Burger, Washington Wedge Salad, or Ben’s Beer Battered Shrimp. Offer-ing a huge selection of local & craft beers plus signature cocktails. Live entertainment seven nights a week. Sun Brunch & kids menu.

City Tavern 2nd & Walnut Sts 215/413-1443. Follow us back to the 18th century to a time when a revolution was brewing, the ale was flowing and dining was an experience. Enjoy George Washington Ale made from an authentic recipe. Our authentically garbed staff await your arrival. Enjoy a taste of his-tory! Open daily. Lunch begins 11:30am. Din-ner from 4pm Mon-Sat; Sun from 3pm.

O2 Dave & Busters 325 N. Columbus Blvd. 215/413-1951 daveandbusters.com .Ready! Set! HAVE FUN! There’s so much fun at Dave and Busters, you could get lost before you even get going! We’ve got more than 200 games in our Million Dollar Midway. Win tick-ets playing our games and turn them in for great prizes in the Winner’s Circle. Hungry yet? Grab an appetizer at the bar, or head into

our dining room for awesome dishes created by our fun-loving chefs. With a full menu fea-turing burgers, steaks, seafood, pasta, salads and more, you’re sure to find something that satisfies.

O3 JJ Bootleggers 35 S 2nd St 215/923-3300 jjbootleggers.com JJ Bootleggers, one of Pennsylvania’s first moonshine-themed res-taurants and bars, is located in the country’s birthplace, Old City Philadelphia. The bar of-fers a great selection of libations but likes to focus on moonshine and moonshine signature cocktails. We did not forget about the beer lovers as we offer 10 rotating drafts and a wide selection of canned and bottled beers. Our menu, created by Chef Santino, was de-signed to offer some of your favorite comfort foods with an optional moonshine twist. The menu and atmosphere is perfect for a nice sit down dinner or for partying with a group of friends, choosing several different small bites to sample and share.

O4 Karma Indian Restaurant and Bar 114 Chestnut St 215/925-1444 This Best of Philly

winner in the Old City restaurant district serves authentic Indian cuisine. Executive Chef Ramprasath Giarola has created a spe-cial menu, blending traditional classic and nouvelle influences. Daily lunch buffet from 11:30am-3:30pm. Then serving dinner until 10pm Sun-Thu and until 11pm Fri & Sat.

LaScala’s 615 Chestnut St (corner of 7th & Chestnut) 215/928-0900 www.lascalasphilly.com. LaScala’s is located in the heart of his-toric Philadelphia. La Scala’s offers a vast menu of Italian American Home-style dishes, a full bar and an extensive wine list.

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Nick’s Roast Beef Bar and Grille 16 South 2nd St 215/928-9411. Famous for roast beef and roast pork sandwiches, our menu also features Philly cheesesteaks along with a wide selection of hot and cold sandwiches.

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O5 The victoria Freehouse 10 S. Front St 215/543-6089 victoriafreehouse.com. We are about authentic British food and craft brews. We want to bring you the whole British expe-rience, from pub snacks to curries to a full-on Sunday roast, coupled with pub-friendly wines, brews, and a friendly football match on the telly. We are passionate about good food and good beer. Spread the word and bring a friend down to the old Victoria! Open Mon-Wed 12pm-11pm, Thu 12pm-12am, Fri-Sat 12pm-late night, Sun 11am-12am.

O6 Xi’an Cuisine and Bar 120 Chestnut St 215/627-1688 www.xiancuisine.com Located right in the heart of Historic Old City, Xi’an Cuisine and Bar offers the finest in Chinese cuisine downstairs and the finest in night-life upstairs. Their amazing menu features handmade noodles, seafood, beef, pork and chicken dishes plus a full bar. Private Kara-oke rooms and KTV upstairs. Weekday happy hour 5-7pm offering 50% off appetizers and $3 craft beers. $5 off purchase of $50 or more.


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S2 Brauhaus Schmitz 718 South Street 267/909-8814 brauhausschmitz.com. Brau-haus Schmitz is Philadelphia’s only authentic German Bierhall and Restaurant. Located on historic South Street, Brauhaus Schmitz is the perfect place to bring family and friends for an enjoyable afternoon or evening in the city. We specialize in all things German; food, service, music and, of course, beer. We feature a selec-tion of 30 imported draught beers (16 exclu-sively German) as well as 100 bottled beers. The menu is also sure to please with traditional German fare sure to make anyone a fan of Ger-man cuisine. Try our bratwurst, made in-house

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Cavanaugh’s Headhouse 421 S. 2nd St. 19147 215/928-9307 CavsPhilly.com Cavanaugh’s Headhouse is a charming traditional pub lo-cated right off South Street across from historic Headhouse Square. With multiple bar rooms for drinking, eating, darts and more, Cav’s Head-house is the spot for everything from happy hours to private affairs. Featuring Cavanaugh’s famous gastropub favorites along with hearty UK staples, Cavanaugh’s Headhouse is easily accessible from Society Hill, Queens Village, and Penn’s Landing. Visit Cavsphilly.com.

S3 Copabanana 4th & South Sts 215/923-6180 Good times and good food are right around the corner. People watching is the favorite pastime at this tropical neon fantasy bar and grill over-looking South Street. TexMex food, gourmet burgers and upbeat music make this a hot spot. 11:30 2am daily. No reservations.

S4 Istanbul Restaurant and Lounge 216 South Street 267/639-3214 istanbullounge.us Located right in the heart of South Street, Istanbul Lounge offers extraordinary Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine in a vibrant setting. The large menu features organic lamb, chicken, Top Choice Black Angus Steaks, fresh seafood as well as traditional vegetarian dishes. Istan-bul Lounge is known for the best Kebabs in the city! Open Sun-Thu 11am-12am, Fri and Sat 11am-3am.

S4 Johnny Rockets 443 South St 215/829-9222. Voted “Top 10 Best Family-Friendly Restaurant” and “Top 10 Best Hamburger” by City Search. Johnny Rockets was founded on the belief that everyone deserves a place where they can experience food, fun, and friendliness. Guests enjoy the All-American diner look and feel, servers who know the secret to getting the ketchup out of the bottle, and tabletop jukebox-es that belt tunes for a nickel. The All-American menu includes juicy hamburgers, hand-dipped malts and shakes, and freshly baked apple pie. Sun-Wed 9am-11pm. Thurs 9am-midnight. Fri, Sat 9-2am.

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J&J’s South Philly Pizza 1177 S 9th St 215/551-1234 j-jpizza.com Open Sun-Thu 8am-12am, Fri and Sat 8am-1am.

P2 Mekong River 1120 S. Front St 215/467-6100 mekongriverphilly.com The Ma fam-ily has been serving traditional Vietnamese cuisine to Philadelphians for over 2 decades and now has opened their second restaurant, Mekong River. The vision for Mekong River is simple – authentic food, comfortable environ-ment, great service and reasonable prices.. Some signature dishes include Pork Chop and Rice, Pho (beef noodle soup). Open Sun-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri & Sat 10:30am-10:30pm.

Ralph’s Italian Restaurant 760 S 9th St 215/627-6011. Ralph’s has been in business since 1900. Five generations of the same fam-ily have owned and operated the restaurant since its inception. One hundred years later, they work as hard as Francesco Dispigno and his son Ralph did to maintain the tradition that has been built for a century. Others may claim it but Ralph’s is the oldest family-owned restaurant in the country. Everything is made to order with the finest ingredients used in recipes that have been passed down from one generation to another. Nightly specials. Room available for parties up to 60 persons. Lunch and Dinner and daily.

P3 The victor Café 1303 Dickinson St. 215/468-3040 This “music lovers rendez-vous” has been family owned and operated since 1918 and features live opera performed 7 nights a week. All ages come for Northern Ital-ian cuisine ranging in price from $8-$30. Spe-cial events may be booked for lunch or dinner. Cocktail hours with hot and cold butlered hors d’oeuvres may be arranged. Come upstairs and visit our romantic lounge.

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9th from Christian to Wharton Sts 215/923-5637. From the makings of travel freddo to the workings of a ravioli machine, Philadel-phia’s Italian Market features more than 100 shops that reflect the Italian heritage of the original founders of the market, as well as vendors from Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Tue-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-2pm.

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C1 Asian Cuisine-Nan Yang 932 Race St 215/238-1288 Nan Yang offers a variety of Asian cuisines such as Malaysian, Thai, Viet-namese and Chinese. House specialties in-clude Prawn Mee: Egg noodles with shredded pork, shrimp, vegetables, and bean sprouts in shrimp broth, Duck Salad (Thai Style): pine-apple, cucumber, minced leaf and onion with a mild spicy flavor, Tomyam Fried Rice: Peas, carrots bean sprouts, onions with chicken and shrimp, Sambala Spicy Chicken: Breaded bone-less chicken with dried pepper and Coconut Prawns: Breaded Jumbo Shrimp with coconut and mayonnaise. KTV. Karaoke Lounge up-stairs. BYOB. Open Mon-Thu 11am-2am, Fri & Sat 11am-4am, Sun 11am-2am. C2 Banana Leaf 1009 Arch St 215/592-8288. Located next to the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia’s Chinatown section. Come and enjoy our dining and open-kitchen environment that will leave you refreshed. Open for lunch, dinner & late-night. Banana Leaf offers authentic Malaysian Cuisine such as homemade Roti Canai dip with Curry sauce. Try our Mango chicken or shrimp made with fresh mango. Or, try our coconut pudding and other homemade desserts. Our famous ABC drink is made with milk, plum seeds, red rose syrup & jelly. BYOB. Open 7 days 11am-1am. Smoke-free environment. Visa, MC accepted. Bar-Ly 101 N 11th St 215/922-2688 Bar-ly.com Conveniently located across from the Conven-tion Center, Bar-Ly is a unique Asian Pub, boasting 60 different beers on tap, & over 20 TVs to watch all your favorite sporting events. Open Mon-Fri 3:00pm-2:00am, Sat & Sun 11:30am-2:00am. C3 Emei 915 Arch St 215/627-2500 Philadel-phia Weekly raves about Chinatown’s newest restaurant, saying “Emei is at its best when it lets its Szechuan flag fly and it doesn’t hold back on the fireworks that make this kind of food so special.” House specialties include Sliced Beef and Tripe, Hot and Sour Soup, and Smoked Pork with Garlic Shoot. Open Mon-Thu 11am-10:30 pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun noon-10pm.

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Erawan Thai Cuisine 925 Arch St 215/922-7135 www.erawanchinatown.com Take your taste buds on an Asian excursion by making a trip to Erawan Thai Cuisine, voted “Excellent” by Zagat. Three-course lunch specials starting at $7.95+tax Mon-Fri. Erawan is famous for their amazing Crispy Duckling with red curry sauce. Other house specials include Chicken Satay, and Imperial Golden Bag, a famous Thai appetizer. Also try their savory Yen-Ta 4, a dish available at only a handful of Thai restaurants across the country. BYOB Open Mon-Fri, lunch 11:30am-3:00pm, dinner 4:00pm-10:00 pm, Sat 12 noon -10:30pm, Sun 12noon-10pm.

C4 Four Rivers Szechuan Cuisine 936 Race St 215/629-8385 fourriverschinatown.com Come to Four Rivers for some of Chinatown’s finest cuisine. Four Rivers offers authentic Szechuan dishes such as Kongming Toasted fish, or try their amazing Peppercorn Chicken with Dough Twist. Also featuring American style Chinese food such as General Tso’s Shrimp or Chicken, Hunan Beef and Kung Pao Chicken. Open Mon-Thu 11am-10:30pm, Fri and Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-10:30pm. C5 Imperial Inn 142 N. 10th St 215/627-5588 Come visit a Philadelphia institution, serving traditional, authentic Chinese cuisine to visitors and locals alike for over 40 years. Imperial serves some of the finest Dim Sum in Philly plus has a huge selection of beef, chicken and seafood dishes. Full bar with a great selection of cocktails, beer and wine. Located right in the heart of Chinatown just 2 blocks from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Open Sun-Thu 11am-12am, Fri & Sat 10:30 am-1am. C6 Joy Tsin Lau Restaurant 1026-28 Race St, 215/592-7226/7227/7228. All authentic Chinese cuisine are served: Cantonese, Szech-wan, and Mandarin. Dim Sum 7 days a week. Full bar for table service. Impressive Impe-rial Chinese decor and an economically priced menu. Dine where the Chinese dine out most. Banquet and Convention facilities accommo-date up to 400 people in one room with a stage. Mon- Thurs 11am-Midnight. Fri, Sat 11-1am; Sun 10:30am - Midnight.

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C11 Tai Lake Restaurant 134 N 10th St 215/9220698. tailakeseafoodrest.com Re-cently named one of the top 100 Chinese res-taurants in the country by Chinese Restaurant News. The best seafood in Chinatown, Canton-ese and Szechuan cuisines, Hong Kongstyle, variety of cocktails. Featuring striped bass, live shrimp, frog and more. Banquet rooms for up to 120. Open 7 days 4pm3am. Tango 1021 Arch St 215/925-8100 tangophilly.com Come visit Chinatown’s newest and larg-est restaurant and entertainment venue. Fea-turing a Sports Bar and private Karaoke rooms and 2 floors of entertainment. Philly’s best Ka-raoke! Try their amazing Noodle Bar, serving until 4am weekends & 3am weeknights. C12 Tea-Do 1132 N 10th St 215/925-8889 Tea-Do.com Tea Do is a contemporary tea house located right in the heart of Chinatown, offering a wide variety of Bubble Teas, onigiri, appetizers, salads and desserts. A great place to hang out and play Jenga too! C13 vietnam Palace 222 N 11th St 215/592-9596. vietnampalace.net . Located a half-block from the Convention Center, this Vietnamese gem serves some the most delicious South-east Asian cuisines. Try the “Soft Shell Crabs,” chicken sauteed with lemon grass or even the traditional “Pho Tai,” a beef noodle soup hearty enough to satisfy as a meal. Full bar with an amazing selection of martinis and specialty drinks plus an extensive beer & wine list. Ban-quet room seats up 120 people. Rated highly by Zagat. MC, Visa, Amex, Discover. Sun-Thurs 11am-9:30pm. Fri, Sat 11am-10:30pm.

C14 Xi’an Sizzling Woks 902 Arch St 215/9251688 xian-sizzlingwoks.com Xi’an Siz-zling Woks serves what many have called “the best Chinese food I’ve ever tasted!” Offering an amazing selection of seafood, beef pork, chicken and vegetarian dishes. House special-ties include Biang Baing Noodles served with a refreshing ginger and scallion sauce. Also try the Ma-La Hot, an amazing combination of ver-micelli, beef, broccoli and cabbage in a simmer-ing red sauce. Open Sun-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri & Sat 11am-11pm. $5 off purchase of $50 or more.

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C8 Penang Malaysian Cuisine 117 N 10th St, 215/4132531. Experience authentic Malay-sian cuisine in an exciting contemporary set-ting. You can count on a very knowledgeable staff to help guide you through the extensive menu filled with taste sensations. The famous roti canai is a must to start! Recommended: Jumbo Prawns or Steamed Fish with a selec-tion of sauces, Yampot, Mango Chicken. Be sure and cap off your meal with a succulent peanut pancake. Seven days, lunch and din-ner. Open 11:30 am-1 am daily. Beer and wine served. Visa, MC, AMEX. C9 Pho Cali Authentic vietnamese Res-taurant 1000 Arch St 215/629-1888 Located in the heart of Chinatown and just one block from the Convention Center, Pho Cali provides a blend of Vietnamese cooking and the oppor-tunity to enjoy popular Vietnamese comfort foods in a relaxed atmosphere. Pho, the house specialty, is a beef noodle raised to the ‘n’th degree. Pho noodles are made from the finest white rice and mung beans. Open Sun-Thu 10:30am-10:30pm, Fri & Sat 11:am-11pm. Visa, Master Card (min. $15) accepted.

C10 Red Kings 2 Restaurant 1006 Race St 215/238-1392 www.facebook.com/redking-srestaurantinc Visit one of Chinatown’s new-est restaurants, serving dinner and late night 7 days a week, and serving some of the finest Sichuan cuisine in the city. Sichuan is known as the “heavenly country” due to its abundance of food and natural resources. Some of Red Kings’ house specialties include Dan Dan Noo-dle, Boiled Fish Fillet in Chile Sauce, Crispy Whole Sea Bass in Sweet and Sour Sauce, and

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4 Fathers 319 Market St 215/547-8880 4fathersphilly.com A Philadelphia his-tory-themed restaurant and pub located in the heart of Old City Philly, featuring a large selection of cocktails, plus craft and local beers.

The Belgian Café 21st & Green Sts, 215/235-3500. This latest addition to the popular Art Museum area restaurant scene brings an astounding selection of over 200 bottled beers. Full menu served 11:30am-Midnight daily. Saturday and Sunday brunch served 11am-5pm. Bar is open until 2am nightly.

The Boyler Room 328 South Street 215/413-8294 TheBoylerRoom.com Good Food, Good Friends and Good Times! Lo-cated right in the heart of South Street, the Boyler Room offers traditional pub fare, a large selection of local and im-ported beers and daily specials. Open 11am-2am daily.

Cavanaugh’s Headhouse 421 S 2nd St 215/928-9307 cavsphilly.com Cavana-ugh’s Headhouse is a charming tradi-tional pub located right off South Street featuring multiple bar rooms for drink-ing, eating, darts and more.

Copabanana 4th & South Sts (215/923-6180), 40th and Spruce Sts (215/382-1330), and 1619 Grant Ave (215/382-1330). Good times and good food are right around the corner. 11:30 2am daily. No reservations.

Dave & Buster’s 325 N. Columbus Blvd. 215/413-1951. Daveandbusters.com. Ready! Set! HAVE FUN! You’re sure to have a great time at this huge restau-rant, bar and entertainment venue. Open 7 days.

Fergie’s Pub 1214 Sansom St 215/928-8118. Nestled in the heart of Center City, Fergie’s Pub is home to all the best of a real Irish Pub: warm, friendly atmo-sphere and some of the best Guinness on tap in the city. Open 7 days.

Franky Bradley’s 1320 Chancellor St, 215/735-0735 Right off the bustling 13th St corridor is Franky Bradley’s, an eclectic bar, restaurant and nightclub featuring craft beer, classic cocktails and a unique wine list. Check out their exciting upstairs lounge and cabaret.

Grace Tavern 23rd & South Sts (2229 Grays Ferry Ave) 215/893-9580. A lovingly restored neighborhood tavern that features great wine and spirits. Full menu 11:30 am-2am daily.

Howl at the Moon 258 S 15th St. 215/546-4695 HowlAtTheMoon.com. With amazing drinks, food and music, Howl at the Moon is truly the Dueling Piano Bar That Rocks! Howl’s entertainers perform nightly on pianos, guitars and more in a high energy show that never stops.

Irish Pub 1123 Walnut St 215/925-3311 and 2007 Walnut St, 215/568-5603. Irish-Ameri-can fare. DJ 9pm - 11pm, Wed - Sat. Mon - Sat, lunch 11am-2pm; dinner 2pm - 1am.

JJ Bootleggers 35 S 2nd St 215/923-3300 jj-bootleggers.com JJ Bootleggers, Philly’s only

moonshine-themed bar and restaurant, located in the heart of Old City, offers a great selection of libations but like to focus on moonshine and moonshine signature cocktails.

Monk’s Café 264 S 16th St 215/545-7005 www.monkscafe.com. Consistently rated “One of the Area’s Best” by Zagat, and winner of more than a dozen “Best Of Philly” awards. Kitchen open 11:30am-1am nightly. Bar open 11:30am-2am nightly.

Tango 1021 Arch St 215/925-8100 tango-philly.com Chinatown’s largest restaurant and entertainment venue featuring 2 floors of fun. Philly’s best Karaoke lounge with private Ka-raoke rooms. Noodle Bar open ‘til 4am week-ends and 3am weekdays.

U-Bahn 1316 Chestnut St U-Bahn is a local/regional bar, drawing heavy inspiration from the abundance of Pennsylvania craft breweries that thrive on brewing German style beer, and with a gastropub menu that pays homage to Philadelphia’s favorite cuisine.

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Club Risque 1700 S. Columbus Blvd., (1 mile south of Penns Landing and minutes from the sports complex). 215-463-6900. THE DELA-WARE VALLEY’S PREMIER GENTLEMEN’S CLUB. Not sure what a Premier Gentlemen’s Club looks like? Come and see it for yourself. CLUB RISQUE features the most dynamic, sensuous and exotic entertainers, in fact our entertainers are NUMBER ONE on the entire planet. Our atmosphere of outstanding enter-tainment, a lively and friendly staff, drink spe-cials, and happy hour specials Monday through Friday from 5-7pm including delicious Hot Hor D’Oeuvres makes us a must stop on your visit to the City of Brotherly Love. And don’t forget FREE LUNCH every weekday. Club Risque is open Monday through Friday from 11:30am until 2AM. We’re open until 4 AM every Fri-day and Saturday nights. And don’t forget Club Risque’s other locations, Rt. 413 Bristol, Pa. And 5921 Tacony St., Northeast Philadelphia just minutes from the Bridge Street exit off I-95. All major credit cards honored. Visit us on the web at www.clubrisque.com.

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