Guidebook for Philadelphia
Essentials
Bob and Barbara's Lounge
1509 South StreetGreat place to get fresh groceries for longer stays
Food Scene
My most favorite coffee place in Philly! The barristas have amazing technique and this is consistent across all La Colombe locations.
334 locals recommend
La Colombe Coffee Roasters
1335 Frankford AveMy most favorite coffee place in Philly! The barristas have amazing technique and this is consistent across all La Colombe locations.
Bangkok Thai 9
2028 Chestnut StMy go-to Thai place! Lovely food and friendly hosts
When you are in the mood for a romantic dinner or just hankering for quality tapas :)
79 locals recommend
Amada
217-219 Chestnut StWhen you are in the mood for a romantic dinner or just hankering for quality tapas :)
Baril
267 South 19th StreetGreat brunch place! Hot & new and friendly.
Matyson
37 South 19th StreetAnother fit for foodie restaurant in Philly.
Tapas closer to home. Same owner as Amada's if you don't want to travel all the way to old city. My go-to fav when I'm lazy.
28 locals recommend
Tinto
114 S 20th StTapas closer to home. Same owner as Amada's if you don't want to travel all the way to old city. My go-to fav when I'm lazy.
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
1901 Callowhill StGreat japanese BBQ!
La Colombe Fishtown represents the spirit of fishtown and everything that is hipster and cool about this place! Amazing pastries and coffee!
334 locals recommend
La Colombe Coffee Roasters
1335 Frankford AveLa Colombe Fishtown represents the spirit of fishtown and everything that is hipster and cool about this place! Amazing pastries and coffee!
Lovely classic french fare at reasonable pricing. + a chance to visit queens village and see the hipster part of Philly.
28 locals recommend
Bistrot La Minette
623 S 6th StLovely classic french fare at reasonable pricing. + a chance to visit queens village and see the hipster part of Philly.
Mediterranean cuisine, hip bar, great society hill hang out spot. What's not to love?
138 locals recommend
Zahav
237 St James PlMediterranean cuisine, hip bar, great society hill hang out spot. What's not to love?
Best Brunch In Philly. Does not take reservations - best go during the weekday, otherwise be prepared for long lines on weekends, or go super early (like when they just open)
265 locals recommend
Green Eggs Café
212 S 13th StBest Brunch In Philly. Does not take reservations - best go during the weekday, otherwise be prepared for long lines on weekends, or go super early (like when they just open)
Fette Sau
1208 Frankford AvePerfect for meat-lovers. Do not miss this place if you visit fishtown.
Petruce et al
1121 Walnut StA touch of fine dining
generous portions, funny and friendly staff, and of course amazing lobster, crabs and shrimps!
8 locals recommend
Luke's Lobster Rittenhouse
130 S 17th Stgenerous portions, funny and friendly staff, and of course amazing lobster, crabs and shrimps!
Drinks & Nightlife
Gastropub! Food is pretty good and the variety of dining rooms within this place makes it unique since they all have a different character.
141 locals recommend
The Franklin Bar
1715 S 18th StGastropub! Food is pretty good and the variety of dining rooms within this place makes it unique since they all have a different character.
Speakeasy much? ;) super cool hangout spot suitable for small groups or dates. Bartenders are wonderfully amusing and best show their talents when you tell them what you like i/o ordering from menu
53 locals recommend
The Ranstead Room
2013 Ranstead StSpeakeasy much? ;) super cool hangout spot suitable for small groups or dates. Bartenders are wonderfully amusing and best show their talents when you tell them what you like i/o ordering from menu
Frankford Hall
1210 Frankford Aveoutdoor beer hall - perfect for a warm summer night!
Spruce Street Harbor Park
301 S Christopher Columbus BlvdGet there early to snag a hammock!
Arts & Culture
Features examples of Post-Impressionist paintings by Cezanne, Matisse and others.
560 locals recommend
Barnes
2025 Benjamin Franklin PkwyFeatures examples of Post-Impressionist paintings by Cezanne, Matisse and others.
Works of Auguste Rodin, the great French sculptor, administered by the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
225 locals recommend
Rodin Museum
2151 Benjamin Franklin PkwyWorks of Auguste Rodin, the great French sculptor, administered by the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Fairmount
Philly's Art Museum - stroll along the river trail to get there!