Fresh Fields Whole Foods Market
Neighborhood: Spring Garden, Fairmount, Logan Square, Art Museum District

2001 Pennsylvania Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19130

stephanie s. writes: So usually I do not want to find a reason to shop at a place with an underline liberal political statement along with higher prices.  But right now, whatever is behind Whole Food's mission statement I would rather ignore so I can justify wanting to…

Delilah's Southern Cafe

1136 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Carrie E. writes: As a Southerner, I take my native cuisine seriously. So trust me when I say that the food here is incredible. The chopped chicken BBQ will rock your world (tangy,sweet sauce) and the mac and cheese deserves all the hype it has received. I love that…

Norma's Mediterranean & Middle Eastern Restaurant

145 Barclay Shopping Ctr
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

eliza b. writes: FAVORITE RESTAURANT EVER!
norma's is by far the best middle eastern food in the area. their baba ganouj is orgasmic. the gyros are unbelieveable. their falafel is delicious. the baklava is amazing. the hummus is sooooo good. they do great take-out and…

Four Rivers
Neighborhood: Chinatown

936 Race St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Chi N. writes: best tipang i've had ever is here!  it's this slowly braised pork loin that is so fatty and filled with juices on top of greens... there is a big portion and a little portion!  

have also ordered bamboo shoots with pork also again haven't had the same…

Ooka Japanese Restaurant

1109 Easton Rd
Willow Grove, PA 19090

Dave H. writes: Find Ooka near Best Buy, across the street from Soundex. They're open seven days a week for both lunch and dinner, and serve Japanese cuisine. Around 2006, the restaurant underwent a makeover - maturing from an ugly duckling (a typical Japanese…

Greene Street Consignment Shop
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District, Washington Square West

700 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Bill M. writes: This review is pretty much based on the men's department which can be god awful. If I were looking to pay $25-40 for a pair of jeans than I wouldn't  be poking around in a Consignment shop. That said a big portion of it's men's department is pretty…

Chris' Jazz Cafe
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center, Avenue of the Arts South

1421 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Carrie E. writes: Not being into jazz, I will put it out there that I'm probably not the most qualified person to be reviewing this joint. That said, I had a perfectly lovely experience there and was impressed by the service at the bar as well as the general layout.…

The Dive Bar
Neighborhood: Bella Vista

947 E Passyunk Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Justin V. writes: Basically the only thing i will miss about all of Philadelphia.

Best staff in the whole city, good beer side by side with canned Schlitz, free pizza, cheap pool, forced mingling due to narrowness, a bunch of sluts, artfags, lesbians and…

Naked Chocolate Cafe
Neighborhood: Market East, Avenue of the Arts South

1317 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Julie D. writes: Wasn't sure what to expect because of the name of this place.  But it's a totally awesome bakery/coffee shop/candy store.  Service is excellent, the coffee is amazing and so is the treats.  Plus, it's a nice place to hang out and kill some time.  I…

Body Restoration Spa
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1611 Walnut St
Fl 3
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Karen F. writes: Cara, Jannae, Pam and the rest of the Body Restoration staff are wonderful.  I have been a client of the spa for many years - usually for massages and facials, but I also get body treatments and waxing done.  They are professional and the treatments…

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…

Trocadero Theatre
Neighborhood: Chinatown

1003 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Carrie E. writes: Other than getting past a barricade of security that makes you feel like you're smuggling drugs across state lines, your concert going experience here should be quite nice. After all, it's lovely, dark and deep (name that poet!) and some pretty good…

Fante's Kitchen Wares Shop
Neighborhood: Italian Market, Bella Vista

1006 S 9th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

ezekial f. writes: working in a place that has a smell that i'm immune to makes me really appreciate a place with a smell i can smell, so is fantes, but thats hardly the reason i give 5 stars.
they do have the best selection ever, even of coffees.
some of the things…

Pho Ha
Neighborhood: Bella Vista

610 Washington Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19147

eric f. writes: I'm a bit of a Pho snob.  That's right I said it.  I've been blessed with a sophisticated palette that allows me to decipher the subtle nuances of this delicious Vietnamese soup.  This massive bowl of $4.95 soup that's practically fast food for most…

Matyson
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

37 S 19th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Alexandra T. writes: The food really shined here. Corn soup with so much flavor I almost couldn't handle myself. Tender and juicy spare ribs, thick cut pan seared foie, tender pork chop. All the food was great.

Service was pretty good, though the server seemed to be…

South Street Philly Bagels
Neighborhood: South Street District, Queen Village

613 S 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Wallspro S. writes: Great selection of bagels, the staff is efficient and courteous and the cream cheese selection is good. The only reason they don't get a full 5 star review is probably a little beyond their control.

This place can get really hot and on some mornings,…

Please Touch Museum
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Logan Square, Art Museum District

210 N 21st St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Jeffrey K. writes: Great idea in concept and it made my kids happy (thus giving this place three rather than two stars), but I did not find anything particularly great about this place.  Granted, it is not "overwhelming" which can be a good thing especially for small…

National Mechanics Bar and Restaurant
Neighborhood: Olde City

22 S 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Carrie E. writes: Brunch has been brought. Or served. Whatever...I scarfed down the meal that is neither breakfast nor lunch here today, and it was a winner. Plus, I partook in their legendary Bloody Mary bar. Yes - it's official. I am a convert. Throw some bacon bits…

ING DIRECT Cafe
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1636 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Bill M. writes: In case you haven't noticed by the title of the list that I have this review in, I generally have a dislike of corporate coffeehouses. So with that said I've been hesitant to check out the ING Direct Cafe for quite sometime now. it definitely…

Center City Pretzel Co Inc
Neighborhood: Bella Vista

816 Washington Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19147

John R. writes: If you're looking for soft pretzels in Philly, you need not look far.  On any block there is a store, street cart, or just a man with a box willing to sell you pretzels.  These pretzels may whet your appetite, but they are usually hours past their…

Ida Mae's Bruncherie

2302 E Norris St
Philadelphia, PA 19125

Brian R. writes: A dreary Tuesday morning I had my old staple 2 eggs scramble, potatoes, bacon, rye toast, orange juice & coffee. The potatoes were surprisingly good, although more like a dinner potato. The eggs were cook to perfection. The salty bacon was a real…

La Locanda Del Ghiottone Restaurant
Neighborhood: Olde City

130 N 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Michelle C. writes: My very first experience at La Locanda del Ghiottone was on a first date, almost a year ago.  The guy I went out with had dined there several times and the owner and staff welcomed him with open arms.  In fact, they showed us to the "engagement…

Smak Parlour
Neighborhood: Olde City

219 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

stephy s. writes: Remember when you were a little girl and you'd fantasize about what your perfect room would look like. You'd squint your eyes and squeeze your dollies and imagine a pink and frilly little girl wonderland that would make you feel like the prettiest…

Marrakesh
Neighborhood: Society Hill

517 S Leithgow St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Aaron B. writes: A couple words of advice before going here.  Don't eat all day.  Just don't.  Trust me.  

Marrakesh is very authentic, entering from the dark alley, it's like walking into a Moroccans kitchen.   You sit on comfy benches, use towels for napkins, and…

La Famiglia Restaurant
Neighborhood: Olde City

8 S Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Laurel M. writes: Now, I know restaurant week dinners are to be taken with a grain of salt...but really this was not good. Definitely the worst restaurant week experience I've ever had. I certainly didn't expect whatever their usual quality is (which I assumed was…

Tritone
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

1508 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19146

Aaron O. writes: I'm not sure if I'm really reviewing Tritone or the people I went to Tritone with. Many, many years ago, a young Aaron saw a movie called Howard the Duck with a few close childhood friends. I left that movie thinking it was fantastic  because we were…

Thai Orchid

1748 Dekalb St
Blue Bell, PA 19422

gia h. writes: yes i am a fan of Thai Orchid, Blue bell. The service is excellent the waitress are very friendly and in spite of me go there just once or twice a month they remember and even remember what i like. The food is excellent. My work place is not very…

Philadelphia Zoo

34 W Girard Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19123

Aaron O. writes: There are so many reasons for me to love the zoo.....

First and foremost, and yes this is a true story, my parents met at the zoo. My mother was at the hippo pen and shouted come over here big boy (to the hippo). My father was there and thought she…

Pod
Neighborhood: University City

3636 Sansom Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Carrie E. writes: Yep, it looks really cool inside, which kinda gets your hopes up that you're going to have the dining experience of a lifetime. But when foodtime comes along, well, let's just say that it's not bad but it's not great, either.

If you like fancy drinks,…

Campbell Soup Company

Campbell Pl
Camden, NJ 08102

cherie c. writes: Can you imagine eating a grilled cheese sandwich without a cup of Campbell's tomato soup?  Where would busy moms be without a can of cream of mushroom soup?  That (or cream of celery or any other cream soup) is the basis for many a casserole.  It's…

Manayunk Brewery & Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manayunk, Roxborough

4120 Main St
Philadelphia, PA 19127

Jay C. writes: So being a Chicago native who once lived in west Philly a few seasons ago, I relished my trip back to Philly to visit an old friend for his birthday. He lives in Manayunk within two blocks walking distance from Main St. and that's where the night…

Ludwig's Garten
Neighborhood: Market East, Avenue of the Arts South

1315 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Kelly S. writes: If you're looking for a good German beer bar, Ludwig's is your place (not that there are that many German bars in Philly).  The place is covered in wood trim, dim lighting, and various German decorations.  It's pretty spacious, and the waitresses…

WXPN Radio
Neighborhood: University City

3905 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Royce R. writes: This is one of  the finest music radio station you will find.  Tune in once and you'll make this aural jewel one of your most listened-to stops on your radio or computer (wxpn.org).

The musical selection is beautiful, stimulating and diverse (vs.…

Fado Irish Pub
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts South

1500 Locust Street
Ste 1
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Dave H. writes: I had a ridiculously good time at Fado. At one point, I was even posing as a Japanese tourist (one who was obviously not Japanese, at least to other Asians and anyone who knows better).

Fado was part of a bar crawl I was part of. Our party stayed here…

La Viola
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

253 S 16th St Apt 1
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Kevin L. writes: All of the yelpers are pretty spot on with this joint.  When the boy suggested that we do an Italian BYOB on our trip up to Philly to see the NIN concert I, of course, turned to Philly Yelp for insight.  Lo and behold, La Viola turned up as a solid…

Gianna's Grille
Neighborhood: Society Hill

507 S 6th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Alexandra S. writes: gianna is the girl you go to when you want to be bad.  

i've been cutting dairy out of my life recently (i think i'm allergic to it) so i've mostly been eating salads.  but yesterday was a cheesesteak day.  all the lettuce in the world would not have…

Bonte
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

130 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

stephy s. writes: I love the smell of napalm in the morning.

This was the phrase that kept going through my head this morning as I sat slumped in my chair with my co-worker trying to remember what it was like having the ability to think straight. After the first ever…

Sansom Kabob House
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1526 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Molly O. writes: This was my very first meal in Philadelphia. AMAZING.
The owners are wonderful. The children are adorable.

the food is like..WHOA. This is my place, I take everyone here (even my red state step mother) who walk away raving fans.

Rice, kebabs, sesame…

World Cafe Live
Neighborhood: University City

3025 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Carrie E. writes: I've seen some amazing live shows here (including their "Peanut Butter and Jams" kids concert series...don't laugh...I may be a mom but I can still bust you up if I have to  :) and last night I had the chance to dine here for the first time.

I…

Bob & Barbara's
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

1509 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19146

josh f. writes: Yeah, its pretty much 4 stars here. Great prices. Dude, for 12 bucks you can get Nascar smashed. Seriously, what the fuck. I like this place. I like the PBR nostalgia, I like the special, I like the Thursday night drag show, and I like the way the…