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New Rittenhouse New émé servesMémé up it tartare, sirloin to gras foie From eatery rustic mixes that complement its unique New American cuisine. Mémé boasts eccentric decorations like deliers dangle overhead while framed photographs offoie fancy eat you pigsas down look skate. sautéed and gras ties like these — the formenu, example, is scrawled out on a giant chalkboard on the rustica with ambience — wall American” “New exquisite and food selection to make a truly unique, if slightly expensive, experience. dining area, having just opened and the the end of September, at menu is slated to change with the seasons and the arrival of ingredients. fresh sorted — dishes of list a with ed into “Small-ish,” “Larger-er,” present that — Two” “For and rants every weekend? every rants gem where silverware chan Page 4 Wednesday, November 12, 2008 D ining Guide The Da i ly Pennsylvanian self immediately transported transported immediately self opens the door, you find your special a lounge menu. as well as dinner and lunch breakfast, serving year,this 10 is daily,Arts open sphere. fine dining with casual atmo and reconciles taurant lounge res- trendy this Arts, the of Avenue the on Hall City from ton is the place to be. Carl- Ritz the at Ripert Eric steakhouse? Italian ed to go to some gloomy, outdat- want don’t you yet date, your bring to spot romantic a for are? really you than tant impor more much feel and friends your with out hang to By PRISCILLA DESGACHONSBy PRISCILLA products initsmeals 10 Arts offers finedininginacasualatmosphere10 Arts incorporates local As the bellman cheerfully cheerfully bellman the As earlier opening its Since away blocks few a Located no longer.Search 10 by Arts hunting you’re maybe Or venue classy a for Looking Philadelphia, P Serving UniversityCity for20years! New restaurant 4004 c

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The Daily Pennsylvanian By ASHWIN SHANDILYA By BYOB enlightensBYOB Matyson is a place for experi for place a is Matyson I’m fairly conservative when fairly I’m service friendly to thanks But For an I appetizer, tried the While the gnocchi was ex- When the time came for The roasted chicken hit all I quickly found that unlike Then came the dessert. In many nice restaurants, Not so with Matyson, whose As usual, I went straight for The dessert was a mini-tow- Matyson offers truly offers combinations flavor eclectic Matyson Upscale American American Upscale mentation. it comes to eating, and I like sticking to what Matyson, Ithat was impossible, know. At partly because I couldn’t un- derstand the menu (whatever “chicken jus” is,good). it’s really and a patient I waiter, jumped right in. gnocchi, squash acorn sauteed while my friend had a bean soup. white cellent, I’d recommend trying the soups as the weather gets colder — one sip warmed me “Ra- say can you than faster up men Noodles.” choosing an entree,for theI herb-roastedwent chicken breast, and my friend ordered cod with bacon and mashedpotatoes. the right taste buds, mixingsemi-sweet cornbread juicy meat pieces. withMy friend’s dish had some of the tast- softestever I’ve potatoes mashed chipotle tangy a with mixed ed, sauce. many restaurants, Matysonoffers flavors you unique in and won’t— else anywhere find combinations you won’t expect. sweet, too just are desserts the than rather queasy you making topping off your meal. pastry chef turned out some of the most artistic dishes I’ve ever seen. the chocolate — and pickedthe double chocolate brownie semifreddo. er of indulgence, consisting of a chocolate ice-cream base,topped by a warm brownie un- Page 6 Wednesday, November 12, 2008 D ining Guide The Da i ly Pennsylvanian Choose only for UPenn students a la carte salad, entree,Choose onlyforUPenn studentsalacarte dessert in anintimatesetting Authentic ItalianCuisine 220 S.16thStreet, betweenLocust&Walnut 215-545-1191 www.bellinigrill.com Dailypennsylvanian.com/dguide 3-Course Dinnerfor $25 pressed for additional infor additional for pressed New Haven, Conn., grill. a on it threw ground and meat he some when ago years 108 envisioned Lassen Louis 11th floor and cost $5 a pop. are cooked on either the 14th or butcher,Philly South unnamed come from either Fro Gro or an ates from 2 to 4 a.m., the burgers fittingly sketchy. NBS only oper were which details, more with promptlyreceived phonea call We 41411. to “Burger” texted the message’s instructions and them around the Radian. delivering and room his in ers — was just a guy cooking burg- and founder Matt Newby calls it NBS — as Wharton sophomore that obvious was it residents,” Radian to “exclusive service delivery a as emporium meat message billed the new minced- est was piqued. man’s Burger Shack, my inter Newby- advertising message received a late-night Facebook loves a good burger. or poor, black or white, everyone ney. rich old, or young Whether Tokyo to Tulsa, Sao Paulo to Syd- dailyfrom Boston to Budapest, eaten arepatties ofmillions of hamburger.the Hundreds like quite people unites that world One Fro-Gro burger Tom was skeptical. He He skeptical. was Tom was not was certainly This My friend Tom and I followed the that fact the by Judging I when so exception, no I’m There is almost nothing in the

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AN ASI - $$$$ MORIMOTO But the absolute highlight of highlight absolute the But After adding a simple sauce The beef was everything its finished We the meal with a Japanese 723 Chestnut St. 215-413-9070 Iron Chef unleashes his creativity on flavorful Japanese dishes fish that combined sweet and with served was It flavors. salty dish This mustard. miso white a and recommended highly came simplic- the — why obvious is it is textures and flavors the of ity unbeatable. ishi beef kobe the was night the as is that dish a ($42), bop yaki fun to say out loud as it was to see prepared in front of us at a brought waiter The table. the white with filled bowl stone hot organic an (seaweed), nori rice, pick- spinach, sesame egg, raw led cucumber, royal fer andkobe beef, a meat known for its delicious flavor and well- texture. marbled of sesame oil, sesame seeds, garlic, ginger, Japanese mint and the soy, waiter proceeded to cook our meat on the sear ing-hot side of the bowl. 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The rice was topped with po with topped was rice The Next came the black cod Iron Chef serves Chef up Iron Iron Chef ence. An hour of extraordinary of An extraordinary hour ence. - view the with ends feats culinary dishes exotic over er salivating about. dream only can they nal show, eating at Iron Chef Morimoto’s restaurantPhiladelphia was a chance to inmagic. that experience other Stephen Starr outposts of its kind — has a distinctly modern feel. Sleek, are and seating neon-litprovide booths set with angular silverware to decor. the match tuna raw ($26), tartare toro the in a dish of soy-ginger sauce that sits atop a bed of ice. It’s which, spoon tiny a with served should us, instructed waiter the be used to take a bit of wasabi verti- tuna the into dig then and so as to get all the layers cally, taste. of of flavor, and the light sauce offsets If it you perfectly. don’t — dish this avoid scallions, like their strong flavor comes just shy of dominating the various tastes. delicate Japanese fruit that is the size of a raspberry but has a pit like a peach. The flavor was some I of fruits. two the combination expected it to clash with the savory but tartare, it the fulfilled palate. my cleanse to promise mushroom salad ($11) is per fect for sharing. It is served in four little bowls with endives to scoop up the rice. The rice is flavored with some sort of curry — not what one would restau- Japanese a from expect rant, but it is those surprises that make eating at Morimoto adventure. an such tato crisps, which provided a the crunch that complimented rice, though we ate it without after bitter their — endives the dish. the from detracted taste miso ($23), a flaky and tender Page 10 Wednesday, November 12, 2008 D ining Guide The Da i ly Pennsylvanian and sabbich pita sound foreign, dle Eastern fare. If kufta kebab Mid- with unacquainted those my throat. soothed pita, by mented onion soup, which was comple- spicy for my throat. ern fare would be too harsh and East- Middle the feared I and cold, a gotten just had I cause my way into the restaurant be- Hummus. oft-crowded the to ternative al- viable a Chickpeas, out for look Street, head South and down campus off journ The DailyPennsylvanian guaranteed hotness, referto34thStreet. Disclaimer: Results notguaranteed.For Chickpeas offers support for Luckily, Chickpeas’ delicious I was a bit nervous as I made so your make you When Step 1: By HALEY PHILLIPS The DailyPennsylvanian Pick Up See DP. Your Copyof Today! Taking South Street tothe Middle East - yond. be- and Penn to Temple,Drexel, spread to a planning into chain, Chickpeas expand to dle of Jerusalem. mid- the in was I like felt I and store, the in speakers Hebrew of the crowd a was over There phone. and customers to ing in Hebrew both in the store hear owner Yoni Shabtai speak- fee. Turkishof cof illustration an does as walls, the on reigns supreme pepper orange large A theme. Eastern Middle the decorating the wall. menu the of illustrations orful col- large, the consult can you

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Steakhouse earns restaurants best Philly's among seat Steakhouse Savory Chestnut on Chestnut Chestnut Savory Castagne accurately describes my experience with the establishment itself: polished. The Italian restaurant, located at 1920 Chestnut St., is done up in shades of black and white, complete with white orchids supported by black marbles in a vase on each table. Pizza Hut not. is this gorgonzola ($9), a salad with blue cheese, candied walnuts strawberryvinaigrette. and migiano ($14), a parmesan flan flan a parmesan ($14), migiano with topped crust pistachio a on like pure, tasted sour cherries, clover-garnished heaven. Any suggestion of splitting the appetizers disappeared with the bite. first to of the devoted menu section tion to Philadelphia’s skyline de- restaurants. best the mands Center’s Comcast the from away in wall video crystal-clear 25-foot, that. just find you’ll lobby, the three lev- floor and extending up Phillyfamous of product the is els, Chris and Perrier Georges chefs Scarduzio. the of another at table best the to duo’s establishments, Brasserie Perrier. With lounges, private rooms, plenty of tables and an independent outdoor cafe, the Signature the of member newest Restaurants enterprise seats 400. than more by but no means upscale nitely off-putting. Its sleek, modern design maintains an exciting atmosphere. Photographs of Philadelphia a scenes adorn the lending dining, main the of wall touch. personal with started We menu. the to tend

Page 12 Wednesday, November 12, 2008 D ining Guide The Da i ly Pennsylvanian ship French establishment establishment French ship Penn President Amy Gutmann. EdRendell and none other than including Sen. Arlen Specter, Gov. delphiabigshots, with regulars - Phila of who who’s a like reads A French revolution toreach Philadelphia's masses But Georges Perrier’s flag- Perrier’s Georges But Bec-Fin Le at list guest The By DAVID GURIAN-PECK The DailyPennsylvanian Perelman QuadCatering Falk DiningCommons 215 South39thStreet Ware CollegeHouse Kings Court/English McClelland Express 3565 SansomStreet Visit www.upenn.edu/diningVisit operationof hours for Hill CollegeHouse Hill CollegeHouse 3333 Walnut Street 3333 Walnut Street KOSHER DINING EXPRESS DINING 3800 Locust Walk TO-EAT DINING ALL-YOU-CARE- 1920 Commons 3702 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA3702Philadelphia, Street,19104 Spruce Steinhardt Hall College House 215-573-0830 215.898.7585 • [email protected]• Houston Hall CATERING The Quad now at seven courses and a tad meal cost just $12). six-course a (when opening 1970 its since dining delphia Phila- in spot top the it earned consistently has that bience am- and taste the sacrificing a more relaxed setting without for aiming course, shifted has The staple dinner prefix — prefix dinner staple The PENN DINING PENN

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15-minute increments. ervations can be made online in are a thing of the past; now, res- seatings dinner p.m. 9:30 and 6 trees between $20 and $40. The en- all nearly with menu, carte la a an with side-by-side now thanks to changes this year, it’s pricier $155 — still remains, but “I want to make my restaurant French of lamb was cooked to perfection soaked up by spinach below. be to sauce the allowed which there was a small all, of hole Best inflavorful. both the and dish fatty, but the breast quite tender piecesof quail; the leg was a bit nightly.We weretreated two to changes that offering smaller spite with the chef’s special — a bass wins by a hair. the juicier, bit A seven. of one to serve as the main course, not striped bass, each large enough excursion with king cod and wild just the right amount of flavor. bo and especially succulent for scallops, which were truly jum- diver seared the to compare couldn’t it but disappointing, hardly grain was — sauce whole mustard a cake in crab doused — The seafood appetizers. splitting by started a lot) of everything. pre-fix gives you a little bit (well, ing at the kitchen door. And the Perrierthat tinker his stopped parents along. it’s probably still best to bring the Pennstudent’s budget. Though portantly, made it amenable to a that distinction — but, more im- with nationwide 17 of one and onlytherestaurant— Phillyin its coveted five-star Mobil rating Philadelphia Inquirer told Perrier anymore,” fun no have I because casual more from Alsace. from Alsace. restaurant intheUnitedStatesthat carriesthefamousMeteorBeers that producewinestruetotheirorigins. BrasseriePerrieristheonly features small,quality-orientedFrench, ItalianandAmericanvineyards from 5:00p.m.to7:00p.m.andfor late-nightdining.Thewinelist bar drawsasmart-lookingcrowdfor happyhourMondaythruFriday the topfiverestaurantsinPhiladelphiabyZagatSurvey. Theneo-Deco influence. RatedfourstarsbytheMobilTravel Guideandvotedoneof Brasserie Perrierisafirst-rateAmericanbrasseriewithanAsian/Italian 215-568-3000 1619 Walnut St. French Up next is the meat. The rack re- brief a for time it’s Then We continued our underwater things got I and friend My As for the food, suffice it to say The changes cost Le Bec-Fin If youlikedLeBec-Fin,mightalsoenjoy… BRASSERIE PERRIER in April. The - giving you that choice. be sure to splurge on dessert. it’s all you can sample. got that too. And like the cheese, Check. Chocolate mousse? Yep, from coming close to drying out? enough just sour cream with to prevent made it cake, Crumb YorkNew Cheesecake? Check. of cakes, pies, fondues and fruits.around the globe, with two tiershunger eradicate could cart” famous“worldlast.dessertIts for memorable) most least, at knowshowtosave thebest (or, many as you’d like. as sample can you which from dozen, two nearly boasts cart a pick; your get you’ll — worry complete without cheese. Don’t your knife at home. leave to enough for, soft die to with foie gras and truffle — was The rabbit, meanwhile — stuffedspice. of twinge a just with ing coat- rich a it give to combined jus natural and confit tomato with not a bite of fat. The cherry inchingpink— towardsred — incredible dessertcart Upscale Frenchbistroboasts 215-567-1000 1523 Walnut St. French And thank chef Perrier for for Perrier chef thank And So even if you opt for a la carte, Bec-Fin Le butImpressive, be wouldn’t meal French A LE BEC-FIN $$$$ $$$ The Da i ly Pennsylvanian D ining Guide Wednesday, November 12, 2008 P age 13 Tacos Fajitas Burritos and more! Chimichangas 215.733.0895 Priscilla des Gachons/DP File Photo Cuisine Mexican Authentic For parties of 8 or more, please call for a reservation. For parties of 8 or more, with us! fiesta El Azteca El 714 Chestnut St. Dine In • Carry-Out • Catering • Private Parties Start your $$$ an Mexic DISTRITO Some favorites include the Gui- the include favorites Some For dessert, chase away the to spot perfect a also is Distrito This article appeared in 34th Mexican 3945 Chestnut St. 215-222-1657 A taste of Mexico City in West Philadelphia sados, short rib flatbread with a ($11), sauce barbeque three-chile tacos Hamachi yellowtail the and ($11), which strike a delicate bal- fish fried crispy the between ance textures. avocado creamy and of flight a with blues cold-weather churrosof order yan and tequila chocolate rich warm, — chocolate accompanied by cinnamon and ($7). sticks dough fried sugar appetizer. an and drinks for come slight- be may décor the Although warm its with overwhelming, ly hues of pinks and oranges, Dis- from respite funky a provides trito months. frosty upcoming the 2008. 23, Oct. on Street - Miniature soft tacos stuffed Because elaborate meals here here meals elaborate Because menu tasting a offers chef The Start immediately with the can,” creating a distinctive and a distinctive creating can,” dishes, of selection adventurous Dis- extreme-eater. an for perfectthat specialties many serves trito would be impossible to find else- Philadelphia. 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Distrito, a tapas restaurant located at 40th and Chestnut streets, features contemporary Mexican cuisine and fun and eccentric decorations, like a table shaped Lucha Libre masks that line one of the walls.like a car near the entrance-way and these Mexican tapas — on 40th Street Mexican incarnation in the Hub building on 40th and Chestnut streets strays from his more restaurants romantic Spanish Philadelphia on focus to — Tinto and Amada — of and spice vibrancy the color, varies is menu The food city. capital Mexico’s the but style, tapas still ventures.previous Garces’ from Steven to similar is restaurant seat emporiums. restaurant Starr’s fruitfresh with complete bar stairs on an display, open kitchen up- Mexi- of wall rainbow a and stairs masks wrestling libre lucha can between. in stairs the lining trito Federal — another term menu include — City Mexico for stand taco of reminiscent boards advertisements, gold tables, a you cab taxi beetle Volkswagen screena and in dine actually can playing Mexican films above the stairway. fa- standard include menu the on vorites like nachos, tacos, tama- quesadillas. and enchiladas les, Mexi- “modern calls he what into Page 14 Wednesday, November 12, 2008 D ining Guide The Da i ly Pennsylvanian evokes Italy. And the walls of ofthis Northern Liberties effortlessly ing menu. staff, simple wait décor and an invit- charming a has Italy to homage two-year-old drews's worth wander.McAn- Peterthe Chef is Mio Modo student, Penn a for hotspot weekend typical a not it's While Girard. and 3rd of corner the on only Italy.Northern in table room dining inviting an to straight traveled had I think but help couldn't I to me, next conversation Italian fast-paced the and secondo rich the antipasti, of sortment With Menu Turista, have ityour wayatModo Mio The small nook on the outskirts was I remembered: then I as- the between Somewhere Modo Mio offersdelectableoptionsfor rave-worthy prices. Now that'samore. By EMILY BEHAR 34th Street Magazine the portions are small. The best his guests. to chef the from intimacy of ture and serving as an endearing ges- backtohis childhood memories andwhite photographs, harping blackhomespunMcAndrews's cozy 40-seater are decorated with The mostvarietyofIndian S india menu andauthenticdishes Italian restaurantoffersextensive 215-203-8707 161 West GirardAve. Italian We now sellbeer! Lunch andDinnerBuffet The menu is extensive, but but extensive, is menu The 60th South38thStreet • • cuisine oncampus this ad 10% discountwith Student ID Discount with itar Modo io Just around thecorner (215) 662-0818 Closed Tuesday FREE Delivery from Chili’s at $$ with lamb ragu to truffled taleggio fonduta. ready spaghettiwithlambragutotruffledtaleggiofonduta. At Modo Mio, you can choose from a panoply of Italian dishes, from braised veal cheek to winter- ever the inspiration, the food is What- cuisine. American and Italian of hybrid a into turned and twisted been have dishes other his of some while could make, kitchen Italian any as authentic as are dishes his of itall. shy awayfromtrying should you reason no there's sambuca, or brandy mentary compli- by accompanied sert des- decadent a and secondo a spruced pasta, up version of an Italian Italian of sentation repre- fide bona a antipasti, of selection large a With ries. catego menu four from dish option known astheMenuTurista. fixe prix the for go to way to navigate your choices is The chef explained that some one choose may Foryou $30 G SMOKEY JOE’S reat 21 toDrink...Any AgetoEat! it alian P ...Party atnight! ...Party Restaurant ub Dine byday... 11:30 AM-9PM F Open Mon-Sat ood - ready for a meal rich in both both in rich meal a for ready you're that sure make BYO, espresso. ramisu that complemented our that followed was a delicious ti- was not our favorite, the dessert lamb ragu. the winter-ready spaghetti with a flan-inspired patty, as well as atop perched scallop cooked taleggiofonduta. truffled and asparagus egg, over-easy an by accompanied cheek veal braised a to salmon, smoked topped with a potato puree and "bruschetta" morning a from ety in taste. We tried everything unequivocally delicious.

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Street, 1320 Chancellor serving the general Bar-restaurant-disco public, catering lesbian com- to the gay & daily with p.m. Serving 5 from munity. salads and sandwiches, a full menu of Featuring rates. platters at reasonable with contests weekly, karaoke bands, live Call Thursday-Sunday. dance floor open site Web or visit our ahead for schedule www.sistersnightclub.com. to order. Closed Sundays. American and Closed Sundays. to order. receive students of Penn Univ. Persian. ID. with student 10% off Sapphire - ($$$) Sap 215-508-0336. Street, 4141 Main ecclectic influences in the kithcen phire’s include Asian, Latino and Mediterranean hence the menu caters to a and flavors The furnishing and variety of palates. and comteporary tasteful, sleep decor are the Also, and perfect for candlelit dinners. fruit is not to chocolate fondue with fresh be missed! Saint Jack’s Saint ($) Eclectic 215-238-9353. Street, 3rd 45 S. DJ Weekly night spot. 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Street, Garden 435 Spring is the place to go if you City Diner ($) Silk want American food with an updated flair. potstick- items like shrimp and crap Menu ers or comfort chicken food like roasted with prepared and mashed potatoes are think they that makes you the kind of care Serrano / Tin Angel Tin Serrano / Street (Between Market 2nd Street, 20 S. ($$) 215-928-0770. and Chestnut Street), Philadel- on the has been a fixture Serrano scene since 1985. 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Street, 3716 Spruce a tempting selection of hot and cold pita gourmet hot dogs and kettle sandwiches, Street. chips in this new location on Spruce daily startingOpen at 11am. Scooters Pub ($) 215-387-4005. 3800 Lancaster Avenue, tender shrimp, hoagies, food, steaks, Bar su- and chicken colored seafood, crab, food. Finger preme. Sassafras International Café International Sassafras ($$) Antique 215-925-2317. 2nd Street, 48 S. International fireplace. bar with working bar as Lively city Bistro. menu. 28 year-old - burg of Philly” “Best as dinner crowd. well years. ers for three Saffron House Restaurant House Saffron - ($$) Inti 215-564-6070. 19th Street, 121 S. - Victorian historical town mate dining in a house (1848), with all of its original charm. American flare. cuisine with a Mid-Eastern his menu fresh Azizi prepares Chef Moe Sabrina’s Cafe and Spencer’s, Too and Spencer’s, Cafe Sabrina’s (215) 636-9061. Street, 1802 Callowhill of Cafe ($$) A second location of Sabrina’s a little closer to campus. now Philly- South Some lunch and dinner. Serves breakfast, rancheros, huevos include highlights menu and and chicken soup, homemade granola brunch Specialty Blue. Chicken Cordon items such as mascarpone stuffed French and pumpkin pancakes. Toast Sabrina’s Cafe Sabrina’s ($$) 215-574-1599. 910 Christian Street, shopping at the Italian from a break Take stopping at this American BYOB. by Market all day menu is offered The breakfast items such as whole wheat and features and tofu homemade granola, pancakes, lunch and dinner Extensive scramble. menus as well. Rx ($$$) 215-222-9590. Street, 4443 Spruce offering everything BYOB from Philly West scallops diver brunchesorganic to seared range all local, free feature We at dinner. well as fish, as meats and live-caught 20 local farmers. over from produce Royal Tavern Royal ($) 215-389-6694. Avenue, Passyunk 937 E. 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Street, 1847 Callowhill - Contempo ambiance. “Greenhouse”-like Late-night snacks rary American cuisine. home-baked Delicious also offered. desserts. For all For ($$) 215-732-3561. Street, South 1627 out the delicious Try the barbecue lovers! ribs pork with the homely baked macaroni Service is in plastic and and cheese side. only cash is accepted. Ron’s Ribs Ron’s Red Sky Red ($$) A 215-925-8080. Street, 224 Market - Res Sky Red City, to Old new addition a chic New Lounge conveys and taurant The food is innovative vibe. York/Miami American cuisine and the dessertis menu all chocolate. upcountry from as delicacies well as farms, today! visit us world. Come the around Page 28 Wednesday, November 12, 2008 D ining Guide The Da i ly Pennsylvanian specials. todayandgetgreatschool party drink andevents.for schoolparties Book your barandlounge.fortable Seating available Saturday lunchandSunday Brunch. Com- Open-air andsidewalkseatingfordinner, 2011 Walnut Street, 215-568-5603. 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Broad Street), The The Grill turkey andstuffing. pizza andsandwichestohomecooked of hotandprepared foods, ranging from Customers canenjoy afullystockedbuffet upstairs.ies, takealoadoffattheeatery stocking uponfresh andhealthygrocer 4001 Walnut Street, 215-222-9200. ($)After The Fresh Grocer -Daily Pennsylvanian ahangover-killing“the PloughandtheStarsserves brunch” Saturday & Sunday Saturday& 2nd & Chestnut St 215-733-0300 www.ploughstars.com 215-733-0300 St Chestnut & 2nd 10:30am-3:30pm DJ Brunch Wednesday-Saturday 10pm-2am WINNER Best Brunch 2008 Brunch Best WINNER - - Main Street. Thomas’ hasevolved from a and stillremains the “Grande Dame” of Renaissance openeditsdoorsin1982 The pioneerofManayunk’s Restaurant 4201 Main Street, 215-483-9075. ($$$) Thomas’ Restaurant name ofourrestaurant. movement the “Ugly American”, thusthe ously dubbedtheNew cooking American traditional, elitistFrench chefscontemptu - Mediterranean, andAsiancuisine. Certain rates influencesfrom LatinAmerican, Nouvelle cuisineandoftenincorpo- sauces. It issomewhatrelated toFrench creative useofin-seasonproduce and California cuisines, andfeatures significant developed inthe1980sfrom fusionand The conceptofNew cuisinewas American 1100 S. Front Street, (215)336-1100. ($$) The Ugly American design your own pastawithourPasta Bar. fast, lunchanddinner. Come forlunchand dailyforbreak favorites American - serves rant atthe Wyndham Franklin Plaza Hotel 215-448-2000. ($$) restauThe full-service - 201 N. 17thStreet, (Franklin Plaza Hotel), The Terrace and private parties available. parties and private salads andsandwiches. Gift certificates cakes plusaluncheonselectionofsoups, our Café andPastry Shop. Pastries, breads, foods prepared by thechefsoftomorrow in p.m. Monday through Saturday. Carry-out Restaurant School,open7:30a.m.to6:00 p.m. -10:00p.m. The Pastry Shop at The identification. Open Tuesday-Saturday 5:30 Student discount:10percent withschool tomorrow infourdifferent restaurants. Enjoy foodprepared by thechefsof 4207 Walnut Street, 215-222-4200. ($$) The Restaurant School Babka -6varieties. hand rolled stuffedcabbage. Homemade ofhomemadepierogies($) 21varieties & 9:00pm-12:00am Karaoke Sunday sandwiches atasmallprice. ofcheesesteaks,wide variety hoagies, and Philadelphia food. You canfindthere a Tony Luke’s offersclassictraditional 39 E. Oregon Avenue, 215-551-5725. ($) Tony Luke’s appetite. its upstairsBohemian Loungewhetevery or aplacetowatchthegame, TIME and a scotchafterwork, anightoutattheclub you’re inthemarket foranintimatedinner, Saturday happy during hour. Whether Live musicevery Wednesday through craving. TIME ispoisedtosatisfyevery wine connoisseurandnightlifepartygoers, – from food,scotchandbeerlovers tothe foreveryone andentertainment drink modate. We offood, offerawidevariety we have created aspacethatcanaccom- man beerhousejusteastofBroad Street, From theloinsofonce-revered Ger 1315 SansomStreet, (215)985-4800. ($$) TIME rate pubfare. international Large vegetar 1508 SouthStreet, 215-545-0475. ($) Top Tri Tone or www.barhop.com. check usoutonwww.manayunk-pa.com owner-operator, Adam Meadows. Please menus are customized tofit by Thomas’ for intimategroups. function Allprivate baby showers andspecialoccasionparties specializes inrehearsal dinners, and bridal Thomas’ and isavailable parties forprivate budget. forevery continents andispriced their winelist,whichcovers over three overall outstandingvalue isreflected on Thomas’ philosophyofproviding an cuisine withAsianandFrench influences. creativity,culinary American offering reflection ofexecutive chef Michael Bell’s popular bar. The dinnerselectionsare a a worldclassrestaurant andextremely goodfoodto barserving popular corner - - 2004 (beerlist). Philadelphia Magazine’s “Best ofPhilly” day andnight. Wonderful staff. Winner of casual yet stylishplaceforhangingout, wine, cheese, andbeer. Offersafriendly, specializes intheFermentation Trio of 123 S. 18thStreet, 215972-TRIA. ($) Tria Tria Cafe on campus. a completelistingof shopsandrestaurants find itonthe Square.Visit our websitefor Whatever you are inthemoodfor, you will inspirations tobistros andtrend setters. from casualcoffeeshopsandethnic everyone’s tastebuds. Enjoy great dining University Square hassomethingtotempt and Walnut Street), 215-573-6107. ($$) 36th Street Plaza, SansomStreet (Between University Square brunch. forlunch,dinnerorweekend menu perfect beauty.to itsoriginal afresh Serving new Under newownership. Recently restored scotches andvintage-datedArmagnac. is anextensive selectionofsingle-malt 4439 Main Street, 215-483-9222. ($$) There United States Hotel Bar andGrill barwithgoodfood. corner 4801 Umbria Street, 215-482-8980. ($)Local Union Jacks Pub Manayunk DJ, dancing. andfraternity forsorority socials.prices Wednesday through Saturday. Special parties. One blockoffSouth Street. Open live bands.turing Clubavailable forprivate Moderate-priced. Dancing intheclub, fea- filledwithseafood. duck andpuffpastry in awinecellar. Features pastas, shrimp, Romantic, candlelitrestaurant located Street,205 Bainbridge 215-922-4152. ($) Ulana’s with Asianflair. reservations.for large party New American outsideBest ofPhillydrink 2001.Available Philly 2000. Voted bestplacetohave a Voted bestnewbaruptown from Best of 261 S. 20thStreet, 215-731-0900. ($$$) Twenty Manning betting. Casual attire. thoroughbred horseracing, withoff-track and salads. Add tothatthelive actionof chickenbreast, specialties grilled stirfry Traditional cuisineincludes American 1635 Market Street, 215-246-1556. ($$) Turf Club entrees. sandwiches, andhigher-priced American range salads, offoodsincludinggourmet their own beersontap, orenjoy theirwide midst ofOld City. Try oneofadozen of and hasrecently installedalocationinthe well-known area microbrewery foryears, Triumph Brewing Company hasbeena 117 ChestnutStreet, (215)625-0855. ($$) Triumph Brewing Company music. of an in-houseDJplayingassortment all over theworld.Dancing nightlywith dishesfrom A tapasstylemenuserving 120 Market Street, (215)627-2401. ($$) Triada Lounge Restaurants too. inthecountry Search -Best cheapeats- Top Ten New Paper -Best latenightkitchen-City - Philly Magazine -Best Club2002-City to Theater toSwing toHip Hop. Winner seven nightsaweekarts ranging from Jazz in thecity. We alsofeature thebestinlively pierogies, red beansandrice, andgumbo prepared fresh onthepremises. Best ian and Vegan selection.Allthefoodis 9797. ($)Espresso, cappuccinoandspe- 1701 LocustStreet, Warwick Hotel, 215-735- Capriccio Coffee Shop sandwiches.Also serve cinnamon. Agreat place togofordessert. melon andlimetospicychocolate of Philly withflavors ranging from water Young, hipgelatobarlocatedinthe center 119 S. 13thStreet, 215-351-0900. ($$) Capogiro GelatoArtisans great tobeoncampus. finest qualityallnatural icecream. It’s 218 S. 40thStreet, 215-382-5092. ($) The Ben &Jerry’s Ice Cream homemade goodies. Smoking allowed, soy products available, Friendly, homey, cozy andunpretentious. 615 SouthStreet, 215-629-2250. ($) Bean Café more. bagels, salads, sandwichesand gourmet 510 Walnut Street, 215-627-0707. ($)Great Bagel Factory flavors, includinganewhotdogpretzel. Hand-rolled softpretzels innineawesome 3405 Walnut Street, 215-387-0337. ($) Auntie Anne’s BAKER making thiseasyonthecollegewallet. Everything onthemenuislessthan$10, classicswithacreative,ern twist. gourmet hole. tav- The menufocusesonAmerican Street liesthiscozy, bridge casualwatering ($) Just ontheothersideofSouth 2425 Grays Ferry Avenue, (215)735-3533. Yello’bar World Cafe Live. an event? Host at your party nextprivate weekly children’s series. concert Planning only. CheckoutPeanut Butter &Jams -a atyour table.served Admission isby ticket Brothers. Downstairs Live -Dinner is Gunns Barbecue, American andDiBruno Starbucksfeaturing Coffee, Tommy the region andtheglobe. Now proudly changing menuoflive musicfrom around lunch, dinner, latenightbitesandanever Music on2stages. Upstairs Live -serving 3025 Walnut Street, 215-222-1400. ($$)Live World Cafe Live whitedog.com formore information. next doorforbrowsing anytime. www.Visit Eclectic giftshop, The Black Cat, islocated fare forunder$10andlatenightspecials. munity events. Bar offerscasual andgrill discussions offilm,tours, andothercom- musiconweekends anddinner parlor; farm-fresh ingredients. Smoke-free piano can cuisinewithanemphasisonlocal, Award-winning- Ameri contemporary 3420 SansomStreet, 215-386-9224. ($$$) Dog CafeWhite welcomed. place foralloccasions. Private events are Schuylkill River. Water Works istheperfect taking viewsofBoathouse Row andthe cuisineandbreathoffers mouthwatering - Phildelphia’s landmark diningexperience ($$$) Water Works Restaurant andLounge, 640 Water Works Drive, 215-236-9000. Water Works Restaurant andLouge sauerbraten andwienerschnitzel. nian casserole, stuffedcabbageleaves, dishesincluding and German Transylva- beef stroganoff andotherPolish, Russian EuropeanEastern cuisinesuchasborscht, 305 S. 16thStreet, 215-546-0204. ($$$) Warsaw Café Y/DESSERT - The Da i ly Pennsylvanian D ining Guide Wednesday, November 12, 2008 P age 29 Ocean Harbor Ocean ($$) Bar, 215-574-1398. 1023 Race Street, kid-friendly. late night, private rooms, Cafe Noodle Pagoda ($) An 215-928-2320. Walk, 125 Sansom elegant atmosphere. Inc. House, Tea & Café Ray’s ($$) Small 215-922-5122. 9th Street, 141 N. cuisine Taiwanese Serves café/restaurant. variety of coffees and desserts. by followed for coffee for Philly” of “Best Received - including 1996 & 2000. Cof years, several with syphon makers. fees uniquely brewed come in only for meal, only for May BYOB. coffee/desserts or both! House Duck Peking Kee Sang The ($$) 215-925-7532. 9th Street, 238 N. cooking. Specialize Kong-style Hong real Duck Peking in all kinds of noodle dishes, duck wonton The best roasted and lobster. rooms. The house specialty is dim sum. house specialty The rooms. Palace Mandarin ($) 215-557-6280. 1835 Chestnut Street, Hunan, Serves a variety of Mandarin, dishes for dining and Cantonese Szechuan delivery. in or take-out and free Restaurant Greens Mustard ($$) A 215-627-0833. 2nd Street, 622 S. - interpreta with creative quiet restaurant cuisine. tion of classic Cantonese Noodle Zhou Handdrawn Nan House ($) Nan 215-923-1550. 927 Race Street, to be one of the best Zhou is considered in Chinatown. noodle soup restaurants focused on hand The menu is entirely does not offer noodle soups and drawn other Chinese food classics like egg rolls. food at a good price. Great City Ocean ($$) 215-829-0688. 9th Street, 234-236 N. serve the best Chinese traditional We style of all kind. Dim Kong cuisine Hong is our specialty. Seafood sum lunch time. crab, lobster, shrimp, live always have We We also have oyster and clams. fish and system, private party with Karaoke rooms (up the biggest party in Chinatown room styling to 500 people), and also the newest and setup. Kim’s Oriental Food Oriental Kim’s ($) Located . Street, Walnut and 37th Street offers Chinese gym, Kim’s Pottruck right by and noodle a varietyfood including of rice, meat and vegetarian dishes. Vegetarians Kingdom of ($) Fully 215-413-2290. 11th Street, 129 N. Offers a style. Kong Hong cuisine, vegan can eat dim sum special. $12 all you Le Anh Chinese Food 215-205- Street, and Spruce 35th Street (separate ($) Le Anh Chinese Food 7903. offers Truck) Le Anh Food the Real from including a variety Chinese fare standard pork lo mein, chicken, beef and of rice, dishes Fook Lee How ($) Hong 215-925-7266. 11th Street, 219 N. Chinese food. and Cantonese-style Kong Chinese Restaurant Long River 215-569-9933. Street, Garden 1534 Spring dishes in Chinese traditional ($) Delicious the heart of Philadelphia. Gourmet Chinese Long’s ($$) 215-496-9928. Street, 2018 Hamilton Gourmet Chinese cooking featuring - light as greasy Not seasonal specialties. ingredients. cooking. Fresh - seph Poon Chef Kitchen catering is a fun, seph Poon very clean, open kitchen, featuring- a va riety like Peking of international cuisines, Typical Sushi, Crab Pizza, Polenta, Duck and Pork Wonton Duck, Roast Kong Hong healthy dish. Vegetarian Soup. Noodle is a nutritionist, a Culinary Institute Joe and chef instructor. of America graduate and special events. for weddings Catering have We after 4 p.m. parking free Also, on-site catering $10-$20 per person. from Tour Wok and Walk Check out the Sunday and team build- Corporate at Chinatown. chinese Free a specialty. are ing events recipes. Free writing on website. character Amazing lobster menu for Restaurant www.josephpoon.com Week. Lau Tsin Joy ($$) One 215-592-7226. 1026 Race Street, in Chinatown, of the biggest restaurants it can seat 1,000 people in four dining House of Chen House are We ($$) 215-925-4248. 932 Race Street, dumplings and ribs, for spare known well Serving lunch, dinner and late spicy foods. Tuesdays. dinner until 5 a.m. Closed Inn Imperial ($$) 215-627-2299. 10th Street, 146 N. Mandarin Serves a variety of Szechuan, dishes with authentic dim and Cantonese facilities up to Banquet sum served daily. liquor license. Full 250 people. Chinese Restaurant J.C. - ($$) Fea 215-334-1056. 8th Street, 1701 S. turing to Oriental a new approach cuisine with offerings of chicken wings and a certificates Gift wide variety of entrees. available. Harbor Jade ($$) Great 215-928-0451. 942 Race Street, seafood restaurant. Chinese food. Best Chef Kitchen Poon Joseph ($$) Jo 215-928-9333. 1010 Cherry Street, Golden Empress Garden Golden Empress ($) Open 215-627-7666. 5th Street, 610 S. Serving7 days a week. vegetarian and food. regular Golden Phoenix H.K. ($) 215-629-4988. 911-13 Race Street, for Also known dim sum in town. Best & catering Parties specialty seafood dishes. welcome. SAI Gai Ho ($) 215-925-2100. , 10th Street 131 N. Kong Hong chinese cuisine. Authentic style dim sum. Café Kong Hong ($$) 215-386-1802. 3900 Chestnut Street, cuisine right on campus. Kong-style Hong A favorite of or delivery. room Dining to Chinatown Bringing students. Penn City. University Chinese Food Kong Hong ($) Located . Street, and Spruce Street 33rd Kong’s Hong Hospital), near HUP (Penn’s Chinese serves a variety of standard lo mein and including fried rice, dishes, and beef. chicken, pork Review The South Philadelphia cusisine. and food Excellent extraordinary. calls it in, take Eat and wines. Cocktails service. Major daily. Open delivery. free out and accepted. cards credit Golden Chopstick 215-496-9190. 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Street, 3714 Spruce and speedy servicecampus convenience at one of the better Chinese places in and offering Cantonese Mandarin, Philly, delivery Campus (for orders Szechuan. $15) and catering parties for large over citywide. Plaza Charles ($) 215-829-4383. 10th Street, 234-236 N. a decade of experi - over chefs have Our health Chinese natural known ence at well Philadelphia. in restaurants vegetarian and does not serve beef, pork, restaurant Our We MSG or artificial color in our cooking. sea salt, vegetables, use mostly organic rice, sugar (if necessary), brown brown raw vegetable oil and Chinese water, filtered in herbs (ginseng, lotus seed, lotus root) fish. fresh daily, Nice our cuisine. Scoop de Ville Ice Cream/ Maron Maron Cream/ Ville Ice Scoop de Chocolates ($) Ice 215-988-9992. 1734 Chestnut Street, and blended yogurt. chocolates, cream, don’t you better! If tastes great, Smells Scoop missing out! you’re about us, know for Ville on campus! Great will deliver De for details. Call parties. Greek study breaks, inside Houston Campus, Penn on Now offers cake! Call Ville now Scoop De Hall! City Location: 215-988- Center for details, 9992, ask for Sue. The Crepewalk and Spruce Between 35th/36th Streets filled light, fluffy crepes ($) Craving . Street, need to don’t You with delicious goodness? servies Crepewalk The Paris for them! fly to such savory and a variety of sweet crepes, and and strawberry crepe, as Nutella chicken sandwich crepe. Line Cafe The Green ($) 215-222-3431. Avenue, 4239 Baltimore gourmet organic coffee and tea, Features bagels and pastries, baked goods, fresh and its own salads, as sandwiches, as well line of bottled sodas. 630 S. 4th Street , (4th Street and Bainbridge (4th Street , Street 4th 630 S. The Pink Rose ($) 215-592-0565. Street), pastries handmade offers heavenly and desserts and warm in an intimate set- also now and lunch are ting. 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- Full bar. tabletops andespresso bar. Live music. ambiance includingfireplace, granite and Portugal day. every Contemporary soups anddesserts. Fresh fishfrom Greece alla Putanesca andMoussaka. Homemade and Roman specialtiessuchasSpaghetti 816-3463. homemadeGreek ($$$)Serving 4382 Main Street, 215-483-6226; 1-800- Zesty’s global flavors onagrand scale. this architectural masterpieceshowcasing knowand tastetruly in noboundaries and luxe lounge.VIP bottleservice Style walkways,ceilings, rambling curving bar, ican cuisine. World Fusion boastssoaring showcasing thenewgenre ofclassicAmer and asexy, drippy grand diningroom openkitchen lounge withawood-burning A Euro-futuristic 1930s Vegas restaurant 123 ChestnutStreet, 215-629-1100. ($$) World Fusion from theMediterranean. Unrivaled cuisineinfluenced by theflavors 232 Market Street, 215-627-5116. ($$$) Tangerine food. dishes andvegetarian seafood,lamb rant inPhiladelphia, serving oldest andmostauthenticGreek restau- 509 SouthStreet, 215-925-3026. ($$) The South Street Souvlaki the passingsidewalktableau. window thatalsopresents aniceviewof sunlight bouncesinfrom the18thStreet 116 S.18thStreet, 215-568-3050. ($$)Bright Sawan’s Mediterranean Bistro 2230 Fairmount Avenue, 215-978-5990. Zorba’s Tavern able. Greek Saturday. musicnightsevery Discounts forstudentsandfacultyavail- ends, whichincludeslatenightmenus. ontheweekvines andlive- entertainment 8/16/07 2:58:52 PM - 10 Hot Chefsby Philly Style magazine. recently namedoneofPhiladelphia’s Top touch from Marcie Turney, aco-owner Loin areVindaloo dressed upwithaspecial es suchasChanaMasala ChickenandPork and great foodare commontoboth.Dish- Indian, thethemesoforiginality, freshness, ends. 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Ownedandoperated features dishesfrom throughout- thevari An upscalebutcasualrestaurant, Karma 114 ChestnutStreet, 215-925-1444. ($$) Karma 2000, 2001. Best Indian Restaurant by theCityPaper in chicken increamy tomatosauce. Voted Punjab delicacymurgtikka lababdar, or lamb-stuffedpastries, andthefragrant Old Citycafeare thepotlisamosa,potato traditional Indian fare. Favorites ofthis bistro serving walls ofthiscontemporary colorsofIndianwarm spicespaintthe 35 S. 2ndStreet, 215-627-6273. ($$) The Café Spice pus. New Delhi offersthe bestIndian food Very goodIndian foodontheedge ofcam- 4004 ChestnutStreet, 215-386-1941. ($$) New Delhi Indian Restaurant day. different Monday- $7specialevery Thurs- options. Most dishesare under$10,witha chicken,lamb,etarian, goat,andshrimp Indian dishesare available, includingveg- Philly inanewlocation.Afullrange of for several years, Minar Palace returns to 1304 Walnut Street, . ($)Recently closed Minar Palace from home. Authentic Indian cuisine-homeaway 236 SouthStreet, 215-925-3881. ($$) Lovash Indian Cuisine prices. decor isreflected intheslightlyhigher Indian restaurants inthecity. The classy itself asmore upscalethanmostother Museum,Art of King Tandoor presents A newIndian restaurant locatednearthe 1824 Callowhill Street, (215)568-0750. ($$) taurant of King Tandoor Fine Indian Res - Greek tavern. neighborhood ($$) BYOB. Great food andatmosphere ofa 1247 S. 13thStreet, 215-468-5442. ($$) August Great specials. and drink prices much more! Full baranda10Plasma TV’s, sandwiches, and homemadedesserts Pizza andStromboli’s, delicioussalads, Chef’s housespecialities. Award Winning Authentic homemadeItalian including and ChestnutStreet), 215-928-0900. ($$) 615 ChestnutStreet, (Cornerof7thStreet Apollo Restaurant &Bar have dinnerwithfriends. tastes authenticanditisagreat placeto with manypleasingchoices. The food cozy littleplacehasanextensive menu phia, butnonequitelikeAmiciNoi. 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The restaurant features ties allprepared toorder withthevery Bujar Daku creates superbItalian special- Square, owner andclassicallytrained Chef Located momentsawayfrom Rittenhouse 1701 Spruce Street, 215-875-9990. ($$) La Fontana Della Citta andcoffeeortea. dessert, $23 forlunch,consistsofappetizer, entree, Passports notrequired. Prix Fixe menuof Jackets requested. Dine inItaly tonight. prepared daily—plusveal andfresh fish. Specialties includehomemadepastas— Northern Italian andsouthern cuisine. and ChestnutStreet), 215-922-2803. ($$$$) 8 S. Front Street, Market (Between Street La Famiglia Monday. BYOB. pastas, andhomemadedesserts. Closed Apulia. Specializing inseafood,homemade Authentic Italian cuisinefrom theregion of 1415 W. Porter Street, 215-389-4252. ($$) L’Angolo Ristorante Friday. seven nights, lunchMonday through ing many Tuscany wines. 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($$) LaScala’s Old World Italian ossobuco.sauce orsavory withseafood-infuseddipping calamari enjoying your porcini ensalataorgrilled La doublechecktomakesureViola you are attentive waitersatthispetit,sophisticated 253 S. 16thStreet, 215-735-8630. ($$) The La Viola could beimproved. However, saladsare alacarte. Service South Philly especiallythemixeddrinks. This Italian restaurant for isslightlypricey 2001 Oregon Avenue, 215-271-0801. ($$) La Stanza 7-course meal. The mealbeginswith ($$$$) Mamma Maria offers afixedprice 1637 E. Passyunk Avenue, 215-463-6884. Mamma Maria zarella, inacream sauce. sauce, ChickenFlorentine, spinach,moz- mozzarella andprosciutto inred orwhite Alfredo Sauce, Veal Giovanni: spinach, pastas, veal, chickenandseafood.Ziti with Italy,from northern includinghomemade 746 S. 8thStreet, 215-592-0195. ($$)Recipes MaMa Yolanda’s P 11-11, Sunday 2-10. Monday-Thursday 4-10, Friday-Saturday check isaccepted.ATM onpremises. from ourbeerselection.Only cashor pizza. 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Vincenzo’s ($$) We 215-336-8467. 13th Street, 1820 S. to 20 appetizers offer a full menu, from top- shelf bar, A full- service, 25 entrees. the around from 50 vodkas, including over 25 domestic and imported world and over to help offer 8 screens We bottled beers. including see all the sportingyou events, NFL Every NFL game on Sundays. EVERY in our establish- is shown game played days a week, open seven are We ment. Visit us on the web until 2 a.m. every day. at: www.vincenzos.biz. Tre Scalini Tre ($$) Come 215-551-3870. Passyunk, 1915 E. Scalini Tre in town! the best ravioli for here and has 2 floors Philly is located in South dining pleasure. for your Varalli at Upstares ($$$) For 215-546-4200. 1343 Locust Street, Varalli at Upstares the past eighteen years, the- favorite with locals, has been a real of its fresh and visitors because atergoers and chops. seafood, steaks pasta, risotto, of the Arts with an Located on the Avenue of Academy of the Historic view expansive din- an elevated is literally Upstares Music, ing experience with the feel of an Italian Entertainment on weekends. bistro. Ristorante Valentino - ($$) Home 215-545-6265. 1328 Pine Street, BYOB. desserts. homemade made pastas, - Walk room. parties in our vineyard Private the Kimmeling distance from Center. Vesuvio This ($$) 215-922-8380. 8th Street, 736 S. a wide vari- hotspot features Philly South to appetizers Continental from ranging ety, their upscale dining From entrees. Italian on the 2nd floor to the casual 1st room The bar has 2 pool tables, floor lounge/bar. drink darts, specials, , a jukebox, TV’s 10 The dining hour 5 nights a week. & happy of upscale continues the tradition room fea- are we dining at a modest cost. Also, turing menu. a full vegan/vegetarian Vetri ($$$$) 215-732-3478. Street, 1312 Spruce is one This nationally acclaimed restaurant Chef-owner in Philly. of the most exclusive attention to detail puts great Vetri Marc fare. into his uniquely authentic Italian to a often needed up are Reservations month or two in advance. Victor Café ($$$) 215-468-3040. 1303 Dickinson Street, to rendezvous” lover’s “music as a Known its 100th the café is celebrating buffs, opera fam- The DiStefano anniversary this year. of the original generation ily is the third singing opera live features Proudly owners. veal, free-range cuisine, Italian nightly. food upon vegetarian dishes and Kosher piano a cabaret have now We request. located @ 2nd nights, lounge on Saturday “The also the home of We are floor lounge. “Adrian’s.” as movie Balboa” Rocky Trattoria Lucca Trattoria 215.336.1900. Avenue, Passyunk 1915 E. is a classic Italian Lucca Trattoria ($$) Philly. in the heart of South restaurant pasta offers a wide variety of Italian It ravioli, dishes including gnocchi, penne, fettuccini and rigatoni, as classic as well desserts like gelato and homemade Italian is a BYOB. It tiramisu. Primadonna Trattoria ($$) A 215-790-0171. Street, 1506A Spruce variety of seafood and homemade pasta The Olive Garden The Olive ($$) 215-546-7950. 1346 Chestnut Street, The delicious smells and wonderful service bring right you to the center of Italy. soup unlimited the as such features Special and to visit over and salad compel you again. over Tiramisu ($$) 215-925-3335. 5th Street, 528 S. cuisine, Jewish offers Roman Tiramisu dimly lit dining rooms complimented by - Special and a wood-burning brickoven. ties include artichokes cooked in olive pan, as oil and garlic in an earthenware menu including veal, as an extensive well for din- chicken, seafood and pasta. Open for available Rooms ner Monday-Saturday. private parties. Inc. Shop & Sub Pizza Towne ($) Family 215-545-7730. 1900 Pine Street, 30 years. for over and operated owned La Costiera Trattoria 267-861-4640. Avenue, Passyunk 769 E. right BYO ($$) Check out this new Italian for a Come Philly. in the heart of South or carry evening romantic enjoy out and they surely the delicious food at home, disappoint. won’t Spasso Italian Grill Italian Spasso ($$) Fresh 215-592-7661. Street, Front 34 S. handmade pasta, grilled calamari, steaks, Old fish and seafood. fresh chicken, veal, Desserts are secret. best kept dining City’s wine affordable Extensive, homemade. rustic Comfortable, days. seven list. Open setting. Pizzeria House The Best ($) 215-386-1450. Avenue, 4301 Baltimore got to go want the best, then you’ve you If a large Pizza, steaks and House. The Best to Beers. selection of Micro Tomato The Couch This ($) 215-483-2233. Street, 102 Rector - gourmetis anything but typical. Sev cafe varieties with of pizza made different eral as many different as well ingredients, fresh - dress with homemade salads and wraps soups are Homemade offered. ings are order ahead with your Call also popular. Create and car model for curbside pickup. or calzones pizzas, salad, wraps, own your choose Or, a huge list of ingredients. from one of the many gourmetfrom selections. to dine-in or call for delivery or by Stop quality without the Street takeout. Main also cater! We prices! Street Main Fine Fine ($$) 215-413-7770. Street, 2nd 702 N. Liberties. food in Northern Italian Warehouse Spaghetti 215-787-0784. Street, Garden 1026 Spring seats that restaurant ($$) A casual family featuring spaghetti en- 500 people, over parmigiana chicken and veal ravioli, trees, free With food. Italian and other great bar offering and a full parking one of the - Thursday is Col Every in town. best values our 15 layer features which Thursday, lege ID. college lasagna 1/2 off with a valid - Soho ($) Brick 215-625-3955. Street, 218 Market look. Serves beer pizzeria. Authentic oven Burakas. Great and wine and has a full bar. Sovalo Saloon ($$$$) 215-627-1811. 7th Street, 750 S. this Antiques and folk art paintings grace - The steaks and Ital handsome dining spot. following. a loyal attracted ian cuisine have Clothing restrictions. parking. is free There Salumeria Market, Terminal Reading 12th Street, 45 N. food, specialty ($) Italian 215-592-8150. You only. Take-out salads and hoagies. to tryhave this place. Scannicchios (Corner of Broad Street, Broad 2500 S. ($$) 215-468-3900. Street), & Porter Street serves Italian traditional Scannicchio’s as decadent dessertsmeals as well in a and Catering elegant atmosphere. yet cozy in-house party also available. services are close to the sporting complex, for our Very best Voted meal. or pre-concert pre-game of the the readers by in a row 3 years BYOB Philly South also Best Review, Philly South and Figs, 2008. Sausage Restaurant Italian Chop Italiano and Pork Grilled Romaine, a must try. are Pizza Shalom ($) 215-878-1127. Avenue, 7598A Haverford Eastern food, delicious Middle Inexpensive Strictly pizza, falafel, home-style couscous. for those who want to kosher restaurant fish. and grilled fresh fare sample Israeli serviceFull catering for any occassion than a pizza more one to 200. Much from place. Ristorante La Veranda La Ristorante Penn’s Pier 3, Columbus Boulevard, 3 N. Italian ($$$) Fine 215-351-1898. Landing, Located atmosphere. dining in a romantic dining Outside River. on the Delaware permitting. weather available Wine and Ristorante Panorama Bar and Market Street (Front Street, Front 14 N. ($$$) Featuring 215-922-7800. Street), cuisine in contemporary authentic Italian is Panorama setting, Ristorante a dramatic The wine located in the heart City. of Old glass, the 150 wines by offers over program in “Exellence Magazine’s Sante’ receiving Spectator’s Wine 2004”. Hospitality Wine - Philadel 2004”, of Exellence of Award “Best 2004”. of Philly “Best phia Magazine’s Cafe Roberto ($$) A 215-545-0793. 2108 South Street, servingtrattoria authentic southern Italian strictly with the freshest food prepared based on authentic seasonal ingredients and friendly atmosphere Casual recipies. Closed Mondays. service. Villa Café Royal ($$) A 215-462-4488. Street, 1700 Jackson variety of pasta, seafood, chicken and great dishes available. veal Salento ($$) 215-568-1314. Street, Walnut 2216 food is at its best at Salento. Italian is not too far off This unique restaurant worth but it would be the tripcampus, if it prepar do their job well, Appetizers were. items. entree for the extensive ing you Ristorante La Buca Ristorante ($$$) 215-928-0556. Street, 711 Locust an elegant cuisine in Italian Traditional fish. in fresh setting, specializing - - 24 age , P ad

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($$) A 215-627-6011. 9th Street, 760 S. has served Ralph’s neighborhood favorite, food since the early Italian traditional a menu filled delicious pasta With 1900s. and a selection of choices, veal dishes, is one diners keep seafood, this restaurant deal.” real “the to for returning and Bar Restaurant Rembrandt’s and Aspen Street (23rd , Street 23rd 741 N. Italian/Amer An ($$) 215-763-2228. Street), ican menu with... homemade desserts, atmosphere pizza and a cozy brick oven of “Best with a skyline view of the city. dining. Also serv- Romantic winner. Philly” tavern menu all day long. Live ing a great Classical Thursdays. jazz entertainment on Tarot brunch. piano and viola for Sunday Tuesday and Monday John, by read cards specials weekdays. Hour Happy evenings. handicap ac- elevator, facilities, Banquet cards. accept all major credit cessible, Powelton Pizza Powelton 215-387-1213/1260. 3651 Lancaster Avenue, grads, a couple of Drexel by ($) Founded pizza, strombolis, features Powelton salads, wings, chicken fare, hoagies, steaks, for those all- Great and more. calzones 11am-11pm! Delivery. Open nighters. Cafe Radicchio - ($$) Deli 215-627-6850. , Street Wood 402 in a wonderful City Olde cious entrees atmosphere. Restaurant Italian Ralph’s Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti by Coast Positano 215-238-0499. 2nd Floor, Street, Walnut 212 Aldo Lamberti: by Coast ($$) Positano perfect dinner and cocktails for lunch, pa- floor 2nd outdoor our on and bar the at the feel of al fresco gives terrace Large tios. cuisine via small Italian dining. Modern plates designed for sharing, includes fresh and “crudo” fish and seafood, not to miss Italian variations of traditional creative Hour us for Happy Join dishes and meats. Sunday BYO 5:30-7:30pm Monday-Friday. available. Valet and Monday. Porcini ($$) 215-751-1175. 2048 Sansom Street, seafood Daily pastas. handmade Fresh, the finest qual- veal, Chicken and specials. ity available. Restaurant Portofino ($$) A 215-923-8208. Street, Walnut 1227 located near the restaurant Italian fine right at home as you theater district. Feel We enter a warm and casual environment. includ- dishes, many classic Italian feature and northerning both central cuisine, Italy. two chefs from by prepared freshly Experience at the cost of cooking dining with available parking Discount at home. site at www. Web Visit our validation. portofino1227walnut.com Pizza Rustica Restaurant and Bar Restaurant Rustica Pizza ($) 215-895-3490. 3602 Chestnut Street, with pizza establishment premier Penn’s burning oven. Wood and class. style, taste, Panini, Gourmet pizzas. and traditional Italian desserts and coffees, pasta, fine Pietro’s Coal Oven Pizzeria Oven Coal Pietro’s ($$) Also 215-735-8090. Street, Walnut 1714 pizza Upscale Street. located at 121 South place to take a date. Great and pasta eatery. can email them at info@pietropizza. You com Philip’s Italian Restaurant Italian Philip’s ($$) A 215-334-0882. Street, Broad 1145 S. filled with art restaurant very European run and in business Family and antiques. about eight blocks south are We 61 years. of Music. of the Academy Pesto ($$) 215-336-8380. Street, Broad 1915 S. is like a trip to your A trip to this BYOB is simpe but kitchen. Food Aunt’s Italian to check out the never- sure Be done. well ending list of daily specials. Penne Restaurant and Wine Bar and Restaurant Penne ($$$) 215-823-6222. Street, Walnut 3611 at Inn Located in the four diamond Hilton restaurant is a modern Italian Penne Penn, cuisine with featuring contemporary Italian Italian handmade pastas and other regional exten- Bar’s Wine Experience our specialties. the glass or flight, selection of wines by sive bar menu and a a creative complimented by full selection of beers and spirits. Pat Bombino’s Pat ($$) A (215) 238-6555. 9th Street, 767 S. restaurant new classic Italian relatively The Street. close to South Philly, in South very simple yet food is distinctive: taste- pastas and des- Homemade fully created. Complimentary antipasti platter and serts. bar. Full limoncello with all meals. 200 S. Broad Street, Bellevue Hotel, Broad Broad Bellevue Hotel, Street, Broad 200 S. 215-772-1902. Street, Walnut and Street and done Fresh ($) Good, to go. fast pasta salads and sand- soups, Sauces, daily. entrees Special daily. wiches made fresh pasta dishes prepared Delicious every day. prices that Reasonable eyes. your before budget. will suit anyone’s Pasta Cucina Pasta Paradiso 215-271-2066. Ave., Passyunk 1627-29 E. in the oldest is located ($$$) Paradiso business district in the Italian-American casually-elegant The renovated country. has an open-air kitchen with restaurant & Italian to regional approach a fresh The private dining cooking. Mediterranean has the perfectroom setting for any party with seating for up to 100 guests. Paolo’s Pizzeria Paolo’s ($) Modern 215-545-2482. 1334 Pine Street, and delivery. eat-in/take-out restaurant Thin wide selection! 50 people with a Sits crust imported pizza; beer available- and the Kim distance from - Walking domestic. mel Center. 640 North Broad Street, (215) 763-0920. 763-0920. (215) Street, Broad 640 North for nominated was restaurant This ($$$) New “Best Foundation’s Beard the James by Co-owned in 2008. award Restaurant” is a counterpart it to his first Vetri, Marc Osteria, which Vetri. venue, Philadelphia is more tavernmeans inn or in Italian, The menu highlights homey and casual. while maintaining and flavor freshness specialty thin- from simplicity;range items crustpastas to rabbit pizzas to homemade The wine list includes polenta. stew over labels. 100 Italian over Page 36 Wednesday, November 12, 2008 D ining Guide The Da i ly Pennsylvanian the “Chef’s Table” foranight. parties.and private Askaboutreserving full premium baraswell asbottleservice thatchangeweekly.rums They alsooffera ferent aswell astwoflavor-infused rums mini burgers. They feature over 50dif- andthecity’s conchfritters featuring best Delicious Caribbean-fusion. Tapas menu 2005 Walnut Street, 215-751-0404. ($$) Rum Bar with students. beef andvegetable patties. Very popular homemade island juices as well as chicken, cuisine. Jerk goat, chickenandpork, curry restaurant uptraditional island serving Jamaican Jerk Hut isanauthenticJamaican 1436 SouthStreet, 215-545-8644. ($$) Jamaican Jerk Hut great atmosphere andfood. restaurant at5943Haverford Avenue for appetizing dishes. Make sure you visittheir flavor toproducebean foodwithAmerican Gigi andBig R’s mixestraditional Carib- 38th Street andSpruce, 610-389-2150. ($) Gigi andBig R’s juices. homemadefruit also serves known tofu.It foritstopnotchvegetarian dishes.healthy andoriginal It ismostwell Caribbean Delight boastsagreat of variety 1124 SouthStreet, 215-829-1030. ($$) Caribbean Delight serts, whichare madeonpremises. callaloo. Don’t forget to samplethedes- cuisine suchasEscovitch fish, rotis, and includeauthentic the Caribbean. Offerings Sugar Cafe placeforatasteof istheperfect 219 S. 52ndStreet, 215-472-7380. ($)Brown Brown Sugar Cafe Come seewhyFuji Mountain isconsis - 2030 ChestnutStreet, 215-751-0939. ($$) Fuji Mountain and katsuitems. teriyaki, coated inbatteranddeepfried), (soba), andtempura (vegetables ormeat order, includingsushi,handrolls, noodles ofJapanesevariety foodisavailable to crowd, especiallyaround lunchtime. A byright Pottruck, Bento Box draws alarge 37th Street and Walnut Street, . ($)Located Bento Box Japanese Food cuisine. quaint BYOBafulllineofJapanese serving 719 Walnut Street , 215-351-9166. ($$)A SushiAso of Japanese menus. can-eat sushiandprovides awidevariety menu aswell. Aoi has “original” all-you- a sushiandcocktailbarvegetarian noodle dishes, sushiandsashimi.Offers menu features anextensive selectionof 1210 Walnut Street, 215-985-1838. ($$) The Aoi True Japanese Restaurant you caneat.New York Style. 222-2542. ($$)Sushi attheLeftBank. All 3131 Walnut Street, LeftBank), 215- (The Ajia selection ofsakeinthearea. techniques. 1225Raw alsohasthebiggest as well asAsianCuisine usingAmerican traditional sushi 7 daysaweek serving New upscalesushiandsakelounge. Open 1225 SansomSreet, 215-238-1903. ($$) 1225 Raw Sushi andSake Lounge JAMAICN JAPANESE The Iron Chef, Masaharu Morimoto, cre- 723 ChestnutStreet, 215-413-9070. ($$$$) Morimoto used. dining. Only thefreshest ingredients are Perfect forbothon-the-goandsitdown Offers fresh-made sushi &noodlesoups. 133 South20thStreet, 215-563-3100. ($) Mizu Sushi and teriyaki. menu are Japanese liketempura favorites asparagus, avocado, andkiwi.Alsoonthe include theArea 51:yellowtail tunawith and originality. The chefsspecialtyrolls the tablewithanemphasisonfreshness familiardishesto new sushijointbrings 1326 Spruce Street, (215)546-2355. ($$)A Misso available. food madetoorder. Catering orders are freshly madesaladsandhotJapanese 240 SouthStreet, 215-351-0868. 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Joe’s Smokey ($$) 215-222-0770. 40th Street, 210 S. - “Pennstitu just for drinking, this Not serves on campus. the best burgers tion” one of Voted new look. Check out Smoke’s Playboy bars by top 100 College America’s new chef is a Culinary Our Magazine. away the cor who threw graduate Institute world of Smoke’s. world for the cozy porate P Bar Hotel Society Hill ($) 215-925-1919. 301 Chestnut Street, built in 1832. Serving City Bar Old Restored wine list, an innovative quality local beer, and the best food in the city. Tap Standard The ($$) 215-238-0630. 2nd Street, 901 N. exclusively best local beer featured area’s - seasonal menu, excel Rotating on draft. brunch, dining night late weekend and lent open Deck until 1 am, 7 days a week. Spring-Fall. Oscar’s Tavern Oscar’s ($) A 215-972-9938. Street, 1524 Sansom tavern. great II Pub Sheeba Queen ($) 215-382-2099. Avenue, 4511 Baltimore with inexpensive atmosphere relaxed Very games! bar food, and arcade great drinks, Pub Roosevelt ($) 215-569-8879. Street, Walnut 2222 and pub featuringEnglish-style 18 drafts Best Featuring 15 bottled beer varieties. - afford “casual and hamburger of Philly and fries burger $2.95 1/2-lb. menu. able” DJs and a and more. appetizers combo, pool hall. Ralph’s Rotten ($) 215-925-2440. 201 Chestnut Street, neighborhood 25-seat bar and cozy Casual and 30-seat upstairs café with nice window snacks and sandwiches seating. Steaks, our 19 choice from will accompany your taps! brew on 12th Sal’s ($$) 215-731-9930. “A 12th Street, 200 S. offer We City”. in Center Philly little South or gravy everything pasta with red from sauce to huge sandwiches and alfredo appetizers. Dry Goods Skinner’s Oh! Shea’s Pub Shea’s Oh! ($) 215-568-7071. Street, 1907 Sansom place to drinks as a great as well Great hang out. a light fare of hamburgers, sandwiches and and sandwiches of hamburgers, a light fare brunch. offers a weekend chili, and O’Neals Voted ($) 215-574-9495. Street, 3rd 611 S. 2006-2008 and Bar” Sports “Best Best City’s 16 have We 2006-2008. Bar” Irish “Best best Street’s satellite televisions and South over beer selection, 19 beers on draught, only beer engine. 90 bottles — the area’s Hold-Em, Texas Trivia, Buzztime Darts, sponsor a number of dart, rugby, We QBI. Check out our brand and softball teams. patio with beer beer garden new backyard every day of Specials TV... tub service and family party friendly, Private the week. Offers a large large a Offers ($) 215-928-9411. St., 2nd S 16 steaks, variety sandwiches, of deli-style vegetarian sand- pizza, salads, hoagies, drink and daily appetizers specials. wiches, seafood, beef, $8.95. Pasta, from Dinners back ribs. chicken, and baby - & Restau Brewery Head Nodding rant 215-569- 2nd Floor, 1516 Sansom Street, with pub atmosphere ($) Casual 9525. on the premises. world class beers brewed of friends. for gathering group a large Great - Brew juke box. great dart boards, Multiple ery tours upon arrangement. Bar Star North The ($) 215-787-0488. Street, 2639 Poplar number is Philadelphia’s Bar Star North entertainment, for live one small venue offering of both local an inspiring array We music and world-class national acts. to bring the best and most proud you are charm yet - entertaining bands in a simple, music Great atmosphere. and roll ing, rock fun. food - great beer - great - great New Wave Café Wave New and Catharine Street (3rd Street, 3rd 784 S. to enjoy ($$) Come 215-922-8484. Street), and sports darts, on satellite, a pool table, All nights. on Monday at 9:00 p.m. Quizzo Executive welcome. private parties are continues to make us Bergman Todd chef see Come restaurant. a terrific destination also offer sidewalk dining We for yourself! on our patio. Beef Roast Nick’s Misconduct Tavern Misconduct ($$) 215-732-5797. 1511 Locust Street, crowd, professional a young, Attracting named after the Tavern, Misconduct sandwiches, yacht, is home to big owner’s bigger fun. and even big drinks, Tavern Deck New ($) 215-386-4600. 3408 Sansom Street, tavern in the heart Irish of Authentic and City serving lunch, dinner, University a full late-night menu. Originally founded features Tavern in 1933, this charming Irish assortmentan extensive of quality food priced, making New moderately items, of Philly’s Home tradition. a Penn Deck Wednesday at Monday and Quizo: first and drink hour! Food happy 10:00 pm. Best best place to go before Voted specials daily. games! Palestra McGillin’s Old Ale House Old McGillin’s - ($) Phila 215-735-5562. 1310 Drury Street, tradition oldest tavern — a Penn delphia’s snacks to menu from since 1860. Extensive specials. Nightly fireplace. Working entrees. groups. for large available room Private Inc. & Grill Bar McGlinchey’s - ($) Phila 215-735-1259. 15th Street, 259 S. ’99 Dive of Philly Best delphia Magazine with 13 beers on tap and 75¢ all-beef Bar pin TV, big-screen floors, Two hot dogs. ball, video games and pool. Mace’s Crossing Mace’s ($) Serves 215-564-5203. 1714 Cherry Street, Lucy’s, ($) Lucy’s, 215-413-1433. Street, 247 Market offers an neighborhood bar, City’s Old eclectic bar menu with some of the best Americana almost famous wings, around- and chicken cajun sandwich, salads, TVs; 2 pinball games, 2 pool tables, more! vibes; Newly 2 completely separate rooms. capacity up to 400 people; remodeled, of Home - Sat; Wed DJs spinning nightly can eat and drink the $20 all you Drunken $1 Sat through Wed Hour Happy Monkey; servedbottles; Dinner 10pm; nightly until cover. No Lucy’s Hat Shop Restaurant and Restaurant Shop Hat Lucy’s Lounge Locust Bar 215-627- 215-925-2191, 10th Street, 235 S. ($) Local tavern. Good food menu. 8550. - Hoe Fish, Flying Troegs, 12 beers on draft: Guinness, Summer, Adams Sam gaarden, Yuengling Light, Coors Bud, Nevada, Sierra Take-out Tan. & Black Yuengling Lager and specials for beer and Daily fun beer. box, $5 Wednesday wing night, food. Monday - Com BTT. and Lager, Coors Bud, pitchers, kareoke. fortable Sunday environment. Quizzo. Tuesday 704 Chestnut Street, 215-592-9533. ($$) 215-592-9533. 704 Chestnut Street, cakes, crab menu including mussels, Great burger. Prime back ribs and our 10 oz baby daily drink specials in addition Awesome prices. low to our regular Kildare’s 215- Manayunk, Street, 4417 Main Lounge Vegas ($$) Las 482-7242. Johnny Brenda’s Johnny ($) A 215-739-9684. Avenue, 1201 Frankford local pub with a casual atmosphere. 2007 Walnut Street, 215-568-5603. ($) 215-568-5603. Street, Walnut 2007 for food Open Irish-American pub fare. late night until 1:00a.m. every night! Most A line City bar for students. popular Center because everyout front college student wants to get in. Irish Pub Irish Grace Tavern Tavern Grace South and (23rd Avenue, Ferry 2229 Grays Tavern, ($) Grace 215-893-9580. Street), regular which may sound like your With cornerfirst, is anything but! bar at as delectables like sausages and oysters as an unlimited selection of quality well will become a second Tavern Grace beers, food, a great home to all those who enjoy and an endless selection fun atmosphere, of beers! 1501 Spruce Street, 215-732-8610. ($$) 215-732-8610. Street, 1501 Spruce and lots of cold beer barbecue, Burgers, every game, TVs show of Dozens on tap. every night. 4301 Main Street, 215-483-3722. ($) A clas- 215-483-3722. Street, 4301 Main tavern. sic, enjoyable & Smokehouse & Hound Fox Tavern Flat Rock Saloon Rock Flat Finnigan’s Wake Finnigan’s and Spring Street (3rd Street, 3rd 547 N. ($) Philly’s 215-574-9240. Street), Garden entertainment Live Spot. Night Hottest nightly. Irish-owned pub in Center City. The fare The fare City. in Center pub Irish-owned as pie, shepherd fish and chips, includes The kitchen as Americanwell favorites. a.m. the bar till 2 till midnight, is open with a week days seven is open Pub Fergie’s The entertainment entertainment nightly. music quiz), Irish (pub’s includes Quizo and local bands. Page 42 Wednesday, November 12, 2008 D ining Guide The Da i ly Pennsylvanian coleslaw only$32. crab nightsare Monday —crabs, and fries steaks, pastaandsaladstoo!Allyou caneat recipes. Full menuincludingchicken, theDiNardoall featuring family’s secret Hard Shell crabs andsautéedgarliccrabs, specialties includingsteamedLouisiana 312 RaceStreet, 215-925-5115. ($$)Seafood DiNardo’s Famous Crabs delicious fish7daysa week! 546-5940. ($$$)Great seafood.Fresh and 225 S. 18thStreet, RittenhouseSquare, 215- Devon SeafoodGrill Sansom Street Oyster House with anemphasison seafood. dients, European sauces, boldAsianspices Hawaiian fusionis:thefreshest localingre- 124-34 S. 15thStreet, 215-988-1814. ($$$) Roy’s seasonally. making Rock Lobstertheplacetobe. Open dance bandsentertain Wednesday-Sunday, of aNew England yachtclub. Live rock dining inabeautifulsettingreminiscent of peopleandmostfun!”Enjoy upscale bar,best waterfront mostconvivialmix from Philadelphia Magazine—“Best food, winner of “Best ofPhilly” recognition 7625. ($$$)Rock Lobsterisaperennial 221 N. ColumbusBoulevard, 215-627- Rock LobsterClub check themout! their soupsandcrab cakes, sobesure to non-seafood lover’s. Phillips isfamous for Steaks andothermeatsare available for raw bar, offresh avariety fish,andpastas. City Center Hotel. The menuincludesa is locatedintheSheraton Philadelphia expanded inlocationtoPhiladelphia. It crab cakesandregional fare, Phillips has knownOriginally style fortheirMaryland 200 N. 17thStreet, 215.448.2700. ($$$) Phillips Seafood tails. Outdoor diningavailable. seafood preparation. Fine wines&cock- reputation foritsinnovative approach to anational Philadelphia hasearned historic Established in1982,thisrestaurant in 207 ChestnutStreet, 215-625-8605. ($$$) Philadelphia Fish &Company choose from fornon-fisheaters. offer, butdon’t worry, there isalsoplentyto itself onhavingonlythefreshest fishto way toPhiladelphia! The Oceanaire prides This fineseafoodchainhasfinallymadeits 700 Walnut Street, 215-625-8862. ($$$$) Oceanaire SeafoodRoom Live musicandkaraoke. week.discount nightsandcrab legsevery anddomesticbeer,of imported student and burgers, BBQribs. Large selection freshServing seafood,charbroiled steaks 3900 ChestnutStreet, 215-349-9000. ($$) O’Hara’s Fish House chicken andmanyothertastyfoods. lobster fordinner. Alsoofferspasta,fried seafood! Sandwiches forlunch,steakand 1 S. Broad Street, 215-568-6888. ($$$)Great McCormick andSchmick’s Seafood Fusion seafoodrestaurant. 600 Catharine Street, 215-413-3464. ($$) Little Fish on themarket. Seafood Store inSouth Philly, freshest fish Street,1300 Dickinson 215-389-8906. ($$) Ippolito’s seafoodwithlive jazz. Gourmet 2120 Fairmount Avenue, 215-235-5290. ($$) Gloria’s SeafoodCafe Gourmet Philadelphia Inquirer a momentIwastransfixed.” Craig LeBan, sounds andaromas ofIreland. Andforjust air around ourtablewaswhirlingwiththe 1600 Arch Street, 267-514-1700. ($$) “The Tir Na Nog weekends. Handicapped accessible. over the bustlingbar. on Entertainment toitsgiantsquidwhichfloats waterwalls hand blown glassstarfishpendantsand is sophisticatedyet playful-from its lover- pasta,steaksandchops! The decor - manyoptionsforthenon-seafood ness isakeyword here andsoisvariety with manyMediterranean twists. Fresh- Sotto Varalli hasaclassicseafoodmenu 231 S. Broad Street, 215-546-6800. ($$$) Sotto Varalli ideal diningexperience. asan drop forwhatcanonlybedescribed back tables andbanquettesistheperfect woods,warm soothingcolors, elliptical fresh anddifferent. Aninvitingdecorof thatenjoysbut foreveryone something 7228. ($$$)It isnotjustforseafoodlovers, 1200 Market Street, (Loew’s Hotel), 215-231- SoleFood day.every times.able atcertain Luncheon specials fish eachnight. Nonsmoking sectionavail- crabs, oysters, five tosixdifferent broiled ent seafoods:lobsterspecials, hard-shell sual diningwithawideselectionofdiffer 1020 S. 2ndStreet, 215-339-9578.Ca ($$) Snockey’s OysterandCrab House roomm salad,steamedmussels, andmore. mush- chicken quesadilla,portabella appetizers likepeel&eatshrimp, blackened Lager drafts, $5wine, $5margaritas, and$5 Happy Hour, $2.50 featuring Yuengling fresh fishdaily. We alsohave Philly’s best shrimp, andatleast15different kindsof are available, aswell astuna,scallops, lobsters, softshellcrabs, andkingcrabs 270 S. 20thStreet, 215-732-3663. ($$)Live Seafood Unlimited parking. Outdoor heatedpatio. sauce. There isanoutdoorcaféandfree is blackenedcatfishwithamargarita cuisine.southwestern The housespecialty Features high-quality, moderately priced 4550 Mitchell Street, 215-483-3947. ($$) Adobe Café SOUTHWESTERN/CAJUN Raw Bar. Center Citysince1947. “Best ofPhilly” of Oyster bar/seafoodhouseintheheart 1516 SansomStreet, 215-567-7683. ($$) restaurant of Center locatedintheheart Les Bons Temps isarelaxed finedining 114 S. 12thStreet, 215-238-9100. ($$$) Les Bon Temps andsuch. lege gathering, 100 to250people—anykindofparty, col- We have agreat spaceforgroups of party andsocialgatherings. parties for private Alsoavailable date oraspecialgathering. getting rave reviews. placefora Aperfect restaurant withanItalian flairhasbeen on Head House Square. This great Creole 2590. ($$)Alsolocatedat414South St. 414 S. 2ndStreet, 215-574-1687215-627- Café NOLA such asoysters, crawfish, andjambalaya. restaurant andbar. Features fare southern taste ofNew OrleansatthisManayunk 2 Rector Street, 215-508-3360. a ($$$)Get Bourbon Blue - - family orafungroup offriends. Southern/soul fooddishesandmusicwith locale inSouth Philly. Enjoy authentic Southern hospitality”atthisgreat new dance, and “experience oftrue thespirit 1400 S. ColumbusBlvd., . ($$)Come dine, Warmdaddy’s nights aweek. PM. We fooduntil1:00AM,seven serve Thursday nightswe have Quizzo at9:00 second floorand parties.we doprivate We alsohave aretro loungeandbaronthe restaurant andbarthathastwocuisines. 119 SouthStreet, 215-627-4866. ($$)A Tori’s Brickhouse chips.toritilla that canbeaccompaniedwithcrunchy tures mostlychickenandveggie burritos go. The relatively inexpensive menufea- Southwestern foodforthepersonon-the- 212 S. 11thStreet, 215-413-2378. ($)Great Santa Fe Burrito Company cuisine, withmanyseafooddishesaswell. andContinental American featuring ern, charge onweekdays. brewery Original tav- nightly,class jazzartists withnocover 847 N. 3rd Street, 215-922-1035. ($$) World- Ortlieb’s Jazzhaus South Street. areThe prices fora perfect Spanish additiontothe ethnicBYOB’s on 1620 SouthStreet, 215-790-1620. ($)Anew Cafe Apamate Tuesdays and Thursdays. romantic restaurant. Rodizio offered on different at this relaxing dishesserved and ends, isoneofthemanydelicious and national dishofBrazil, onweek- served Authentic Brazilian cuisine. Fejoada, the 112 ChestnutStreet, 215-413-1700. ($$) Brasil’s Restaurant andNight Spot withaspoon. served and crab flan,adelicate, creamy custard sauce. istheasparagus Anotherfavorite lentils, with a and swirl drizzled of romesco flaky empanadastuffedwitheggplantand authentic Spanish tasteisapparent inthe neatlypresented.for themostpart The salads, bocadillosandpinchos— food here isstraight tapas—hotandcold, 1030 N. 2ndStreet, 215-923-1313. ($) The Bar Ferdinand 10:00p.m. night at9:00p.m. Friday nightat andevery every Flamenco performances Wednesday not acookiecuttertrendy spot.Features Traditional andauthenticSpanish Tapas - 217-219 ChestnutStreet, 215-625-2450. ($$) Amada day nights. cocktails. Live Latinjazzquartet Wednes - innovativeserving Latinocuisineand CubanA modern restaurant andlounge 1623 Walnut Street, 215-988-1799. ($$$) Alma deCuba SPANISH/LA in Philadelphia! essenceofNewence thetrue Orleansright parties.private Come- visitustoexperi out . 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($$)Deli- Miami Cafe delphia.com) these at215-667-1317orcebu@cebuphila- events 7daysaweek (reservations for to come. Open forbanquetsandprivate Premiere andJazz nightsthatare soon events, suchasaRed Carpet Fashion This restaurant isoftenthesiteofvarious allowing unusualdishes. forsomevery Filipino withSpanishprimarily influence, the exciting atmosphere. The cuisineis exotic menutothetableaccompany This newOld Cityrestaurant an brings 123 ChestnutStreet, 215-629-1100. ($$$) Cebu pop. Latin DJspinssalsa,merengue, andLatin Friday, dinner; during live jazz;Saturday, bar openuntil2:00a.m. Thursday, live jazz Traditional Cuban cuisine. ourMojitoVisit 102 S. 21stStreet, 215-561-2822. ($$) Café Habana 4535 N. 5thStreet, 215-324-6086. ($$) Tierra Tierra Colombiana Arepa &Mango Juice. here, party birthday orjustcomeinforan for aromantic dinnerfortwo, orhave your ity means&ingredients. Come andjoinus chemicals orgrease. 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