Elixir Cafe
Neighborhood: Northern Liberties

944 N 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19123

Susan G. writes: SOOOO I'm gonna disagree with the part about not welcoming atmosphere....because it looked welcoming enough to get me in on my first day in the hood.
However...the fact that the ac wasn't working and it was hot as hell in there forced me to order…

Pizzicato
Neighborhood: Olde City

248 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

ueber frau p. writes: Nice location, good place to people watch.  A bit noisy.  Both times I've been there the place has been hoppin.  The food was certainly adequate.  So was the service.  Last visit I had gnocchi.  Our hotel was nearby so we could walk to it.  I would…

Cavanaugh's Restaurant
Neighborhood: University City

119 S 39th St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Shaun O. writes: I am a fan as they were able to get us our Cal Golden Bears football game as Fox and Hound couldn't. They saved our Cal alumni outing, and it seemed like a pretty chill place to watch a game.

I hope to be able to get audio on games in the future, but…

Mostly Books
Neighborhood: Queen Village

529 Bainbridge St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Bill M. writes: Mostly Books pretty much reminds of an over cluttered garage sale. You sift through endless amounts of someones trash until you pull out that one treasure worth searching for.

Mostly Books has a lot of books (duh), random music choices on all formats,…

Moshulu

411 S Chris Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Laurel M. writes: The Moshulu is a pretty neat setting, I'm quite fond of the look of the boat & the Bongo deck in the summer is pretty nice (although I've only experienced the deck on Saturday night when Paper Street takes over for it's weekly "Mojito" parties and I…

Design Within Reach
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1710 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

David F. writes: I agree that the prices are very expensive but this is not ordinary furniture, they are authorized reproductions of the original modern classics which can cost $8000 per chair or sofa.  Some of these pieces were designed and introduced to the market…

Polo Ralph Lauren
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Market East, Avenue of the Arts South

200 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Jake P. writes: We all know that scene in Pretty Woman where Julia Roberts has her moment of Rodeo Drive boutique judgement. Never in my life have I come close to that... except here.

After years of checking the sale room (and occassionally buying something at full…

Lovash
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

236 South Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147

James B. writes: Having read other reviews of Lovash here on YELP, I have to agree that in terms of Indian cuisine - both in general and in Philadelphia - is totally run of the mill. Situated a bit off the beaten path in the South Street part of Philadelphia, Lovash…

Falling Cow Gallery
Neighborhood: Queen Village

732 S 4th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Nicole R. writes: My trip to the Falling Cow Gallery made me appreciate what galleries like SPECTOR and Space 1026 are doing.  This is mainly because the artist on display had an outsider quality without that something special that the artists at the other two…

Friendly's
Neighborhood: Somerton

11291 Roosevelt Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19154

Alex S. writes: Friendly's along Roosevelt Blvd is the quintessential old-school diner / ice cream parlor, with lots to offer in food, service, and prices.  The theme of the restaurant is built big on family fun, more specifically kid-"friendly" activities such as…

Westy's Tavern & Restaurant
Neighborhood: Spring Garden, Fairmount

1440 Callowhill St
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Chrissy R. writes: Oh I love this place!  Went here for the first time last night, because I wanted to try something new and it's only 3 blocks from my apartment (though in a slightly sketchy area).  

It was a load of fun.  Chillaxing regulars and barmaid.  3.50 mixed…

BJ's Billiards

200 W Ridge Pike
Conshohocken, PA 19428

Caitlin C. writes: Don't expect glitz and glamor. Expect to walk in a back door, pass stacked pool tables under construction (BJ does custom work) and end up at the end of the place where there are 4 tables.

It is smoky and filled with regulars and locals. Nothing fancy…

Duffy's

1004 W 8th Ave
King of Prussia, PA 19406

Caitlin C. writes: Duffy's is your standard work-day lunch place.  Always quick and friendly.  While the food isn't the best in the world, their prices are great and their selection is, well everything.  Try their home-made chili (unless of course you don't like…

Chick-Fil-A
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

9 Market
Philadelphia, PA 19102

josh f. writes: "Grew a moustache and a mullet,
Got a job at chic-fil-a.
Citing artistic differences the band broke up in May,
and in June reformed without me, and they got a different name.
I nuked another grandma's apple pie
and hung my head in shame." - Ben Folds

As…

Ninety Nine Restaurants

675 Shannondell Blvd
Audubon, PA 19403

Dave H. writes: Stopped by this chain last summer with friends for lunch. It wasn't crowded so we were seated quickly in a booth. Ordered a Philadelphia-style steakburger with sauteed mushrooms, onions, peppers and Swiss cheese ($7.79) which I enjoyed. The sides…

A Taste of Thai

101 N. 11th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Jake P. writes: A few years ago, I got on this rugged Thai food kick that I'm still recovering from. I wanted to compare all of Philly, and find the best (something I still haven't, though these reviews are sending me new places). Nevertheless, I ended up here one…

Embassy Suites Hotel
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Logan Square, Art Museum District

1776 Benjamin Frnkln Pkwy
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Mark P. writes: When i lived in the burbs and had to dj in the city I would always get rooms here just because of the size of them - perfect for after hours. We had about 30 people in the rooms - they are huuuuge and the balconies are nice - especially if you get a…

Viggiano's Italian Restaurant

16 E 1st Ave
Conshohocken, PA 19428

Matthew M. writes: Look, we're in Conshohocken, not Milan, what do you want?  This is good, homestyle Italian that's kind of half trattoria, half ristorante.  Okay, I just said that to prove I know the difference.  AND WHAT!?!  

I had a very good veal with prosuttio and…

Ryan's Pub

124 W Gay St
West Chester, PA 19380

Russ C. writes: Some people LOVE Ryan's Pub...others, like me, have slowly been disenchanted by the crowds, smoke and lack of specials.  This two floor pub, features a few TVs behind the bar, Golden Tee, and large booths downstairs, while upstairs you can find a…

Manor Home and Gifts
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

210 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Susan G. writes: They do have a GREAT selection of beautiful things...problem is...who can afford them!?
I have passed this place a million times at least...always wanting to go in...but always expecting the staff to be really snobby.  Finally I did it...the woman was…

Town Home
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

126 S 19th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Caitlin C. writes: Here you'll find less modern wares than at Izzo or Fosters.

There are a few funky products, but they are mixed in with more artistic and homey pieces. This is the type of place the urbanite and mom can shop together and both will find something good.…

Hong Kong Bakery Shop
Neighborhood: Chinatown

917 Race St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Courtney Y. writes: I never realized that Chinese cake was such a mystery before reading other Yelpers reviews. Growing up we had this kind of cake at most festivities (birthdays, holidays, weddings, etc.) so I guess I'm just accustomed to it's mild taste.

Ever wonder…

Las Lomas

1167 S 9th St
Philadelphia, PA 19195

kelly w. writes: I ordered a birthday cake from here for $20. It was a lovely and delicious peach-filled cake. The bakery is unbelievable, tons of pastries and pan dulce, everything looks so tempting and the air smells like fairy sex. I especially dig the cookies.…

Hamilton Court Apartments
Neighborhood: University City

3900 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Jon L. writes: Let me make this absolutely clear: Unless you are a college student between the ages of 18 and 21, you don't want to even think about moving to HamCo. All of the buildings have a not quite party, but social, atmosphere, so HamCo made for a swell…

Son's Evergreen Merchandise Trading
Neighborhood: Olde City

24 N 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19176

Russ C. writes: This is the strangest store in Philadelphia.  Now I'm not SAYING, I'm just saying, that there is something shady about it.  There are boxes and boxes of plain "Fruit of the Loom" shirts, hats that have blank fronts, random Eagles Superbowl merch etc…

Philadelphia Federal Credit Union
Neighborhood: Byberry

12800 Townsend Road
Philadelphia, PA 19154

Nicole R. writes: I signed up for a PFCU account because they made it so easy at Temple.  They pretty much opened it with my student ID, which is kind of scary.  But I got checks, an ATM card and a checking and savings account for pretty much nothing.  I like the idea…

Crabtree & Evelyn
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1625 Chestnut St Ste 130
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Caitlin C. writes: I used to think this store was just for the older set (I'm pretty sure my grandma has some lotions from their old line). But they've updated their marketing and have all new packaging and products.

They have the best serious hand cream (for…

Pennsylvania General Store

Reading Terminal Market
12th and Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Nicole R. writes: This place is where people in the city go to trick themselves into believing they are in a quaint country store.  Actually, for really it's for tourists.  They sell many kitschy Pennsylvania items from Amish pretzels to various replicas of the…

Jefferson Hospital
Neighborhood: Market East

111 S 11th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Tomas O. writes: I'm writing this review more specifically on the Jefferson Trauma Center, and my very recent experiance there after being hit in the head with a skateboard.   So here goes...
While for a majority of my visit I was pretty much unconscious when I did…

Ruhling's Buck Hotel

1200 Buck Rd
Feasterville Trevose, PA 19053

Will D. writes: I came to "The Buck" on a Thursday with my boys and was the youngest person in here by a long shot.  One older gentlemen decided coming dressed as Elvis (not a joke) would increase his chances of landing a Priscilla... It didn't.  This place was…

Long's Gourmet Chinese Cooking
Neighborhood: Spring Garden, Fairmount, Logan Square, Art Museum District

2018 Hamilton St
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Jacquelin K. writes: Long's, you're cool or whatever, but don't lie to the public.  You're not gourmet.

Long's has been around for years and doesn't seem to be closing up shop anytime soon, which is surprising considering that 9 times out of 10 that you walk by, Long's is…

Turf Club At Center City the
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Logan Square

7 Penn Ctr
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Russ C. writes: I'm not much of a gambler.  The extent of my gambling habit consists of $5 bets at the annual Radnor Hunt and $10 worth of dog racing parlays during a week of debauchery in Daytona Beach.  Even still, The Turf Club is worth venturing into from time…

Shoprite

2301 W Oregon Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19145

Lakara B. writes: Update:

Maybe someone in store management reads Yelp, maybe not, but I am almost positive the service has improved dramatically. I have literally been in this store at least twice a week since October, so I have had sufficient experience to guage it,…

Maddies

330 Lancaster Ave
Frazer, PA 19355

James W. writes: As Russ alluded to, Maddie's is a popular "cougar" hangout for you younger fellas looking to meet "Mrs. Robinson" if you get my drift. The rest of you will find the restaurant average and the bar tiresome. It does get "hopping" on summer nights but…

Payless Shoesource
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1604 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Jon L. writes: Like J.K. says, can get WAY too crowded on Sunday afternoons. When I was little, I caught all kinds of grief on the playground because my mom bought my shoes at payless---it was when everyone was wearing L.A. Lights; mine looked so obviously bogus.…

Sophisticated Seconds
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

2019 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Jacquelin K. writes: Women rave about SS for reselling designer duds for cheap.  I guess SS's pricing is cheap compared to retail for Chanel, D&G, and whatever else.  Here's the thing--designer does not equal attractive.  I find a fair proportion of the items here to be…

Just Dip
Neighborhood: Bella Vista

1110 Washington Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Caitlin C. writes: A Bubble Tea House & Ice Cream Shop, as they are advertising.

If you can find your way through the Tokyo-esce traffic and confusion of the Vietnamese shopping area parking lot, then you've come so far already.

They've made this place pretty nice with…

Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Market East, Avenue of the Arts South

123 S Broad St
Ste 2027
Philadelphia, PA 19109

Jake P. writes: Hey, if people will review McDonald's and Starbuck's on here, I'll put it up for Popeye's. Maybe my death row pardon for this place stems from the fact that they don't exist where I'm from.

This location is filthy dirty. The staff famously messes up…

Crowne Plaza
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Logan Square

1800 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Chrissy R. writes: Stayed here during April which was too early to use the outdoor pool.  Still the rooms were nice and the staff were friendly.  Also, it is not difficult to use the pool even if you are not a guest here...

US Post Office
Neighborhood: Francisville, Fairmount

900 N 19th St
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Susan L. writes: This post office is the rolls royce of post offices compared to the one on 7th and Girard.  Always multiple windows open. Always 2 postal workers WORKING.  Quick line--I've never waited more than 5 minutes.  At the other joint, I've never waited LESS…