Vedge: After reading great reviews including one in the NY Times, I made sure I tried this vegetarian restaurant at 1221 Locust, a short walk from my hotel. This and Continental are part of Starr Restaurants which also has other good restaurants in Philadelphia. The food was really great and featured many Asian specialties but with a contemporary twist. This is a very sleek Asian restaurant featuring a huge Buddha in the main dining room. Reading Terminal Marketīuddakan at 325 Chestnut. 12th St.: This is a large market featuring fruits and vegetables, bakery goods and food stands offering almost every type of food and ethnic food available. A great choice!! The owner could not have been more accommodating and friendly, sharing many other suggestions of what to do in town. I opted for the Lobster Benny for Saturday brunch, which was an amazing eggs benedict served with fresh lobster meat. They were just featured as having one of the best lobster rolls in the US. It was recently upgraded to a contemporary decor that is perfect. Oyster House: At 1516 Sansom St., this is a restaurant that has been in the same family for almost 40 years. After lunch, I headed to The Franklin Fountain at 116 Market, an old soda fountain featuring great ice creams. High Street on Market (formerly Fork Etc.) is next door and offers more coffees, sandwiches, salads, soups and other gourmet take out items. Having been recommended by friends, it has won many awards. I had a great lunch at Fork at 306 Market Street. To quote Travel + Leisure Magazine, “Chefs, bakers and creative cocktail makers are shaking up the City of Brotherly Love, where a playful, unpretentious spirit – and affordable rents – have given rise to the East Coast’s most vibrant culinary landscapes.” Here are my recommendations for some great meals in Philadelphia:Įating in the Old City neighborhood on and near Market Street there are many small restaurants featuring everything from sushi to Cuban food to Philly Cheese Steaks. From classic Italian restaurants and cheese steak shops to upscale spots and James Beard Foundation winners, Philadelphia is becoming a popular “Foodie Destination”.
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