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34TH STREET Magazine February 13, 2013 Dining Guide<br />
32<br />
Olexy offers its diners a selection of<br />
some of the finest seasonal American<br />
food in Philadephia, “inspired by the<br />
Farm and the Garden.” <strong>Web</strong>: talulasgarden.com<br />
Taste (fka Hadley’s Bistro American)<br />
1 Dock Street, (Between Walnut Street<br />
and Locust Street), 215–238–6656.<br />
($$$$) Located at the Sheraton Society<br />
Hill Hotel, this restaurant is open<br />
for breakfast and lunch. <strong>Web</strong>: philadelphia.menupages.com/restaurants/<br />
taste<br />
Tavern on Camac<br />
243 S. Camac Street, 215–545–<br />
0900. ($$) Tavern on Camac is one of<br />
the few Piano Bars in Center City and<br />
one of the oldest Gay & Lesbian bars<br />
in the country. We feature nightly entertainment<br />
with our Piano players offering<br />
a variety of songs and musical<br />
styles. And of course, sing–a–longs are<br />
encouraged. Our Restaurant receives<br />
numerous accolades from our patrons<br />
for our beautifully prepared dishes.<br />
Our Dance Bar is open 7 nights a<br />
week at 9 pm with a great mix of<br />
women and men. Sunday nights the<br />
Dance Bar is open at 8pm. Nestled<br />
among quaint colonial row homes,<br />
T.O.C. is in the heart of Philadelphia’s<br />
LGBT neighborhood. A Restaurant &<br />
Night Club for the Entire Community!<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: tavernoncamac.com<br />
Ten Stone Bar and Restaurant<br />
2063 South Street, 215–735–9939.<br />
($$) New York–style restaurant/hangout.<br />
Dinner for two with drinks is under<br />
$25. Cool juke box, pool table,<br />
bar menu. <strong>Web</strong>: tenstone.com<br />
Terra Restaurant<br />
243 S. Camac Street, 215–545–<br />
1102. ($$) Chef Eric Paraskevas<br />
(Slate, Lolita) returns to the Washington<br />
West neighborhood at Terra, a dynamic<br />
new restaurant that showcases<br />
his exceptional skill in preparing New<br />
American cuisine. The menu includes<br />
signature dishes, such as beef tenderloin<br />
and house made pasta; seasonal<br />
weekly specials; delectable small<br />
plates and salads; an extensive wine<br />
list and bar; and a number of delicious<br />
desserts. <strong>Web</strong>: terrapa.com<br />
The Balcony<br />
237 S. Broad Street, (Doubletree Hotel),<br />
215–893–1667. ($$) The menu<br />
takes full advantage of the Delaware<br />
Valley’s fresh seasonal bounty, prepared<br />
in the classic American/Continental<br />
style with Mediterranean influences.<br />
Located inside the Doubletree<br />
Hotel, beautiful views overlook Broad<br />
Street. During the theater season, a<br />
“curtain call” menu (prix–fixed three<br />
course meal) is offered. <strong>Web</strong>: philadelphia.doubletree.com<br />
The Bourse Food Court and Specialty<br />
Shops<br />
111 S. Independence Mall East,<br />
215–625–0300 ext. 1. ($) Opposite<br />
the Liberty Bell. Many come for its architectural<br />
beauty and historic value.<br />
The first commodities exchange built<br />
in the U.S. in 1895. Gifts, souvenirs,<br />
greeting cards and memorabilia are<br />
available in The Shops. <strong>Web</strong>: bourse–<br />
pa.com<br />
The Cafe at 2011 Walnut Restaurant,<br />
Bar & Lounge<br />
2011 Walnut Street, 215–568–5603.<br />
($$) Open–air and sidewalk seating<br />
for dinner, Saturday lunch and Sunday<br />
Brunch. Comfortable bar and<br />
lounge. Seating available for school<br />
parties and events. Book your school<br />
party today and get great drink specials.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: thecafe2011.com<br />
The Corner<br />
102 S 13th Street, 215–735–7500.<br />
($$) Very reasonable prices and<br />
friendly waiters make sure you leave<br />
happy and satisfied. <strong>Web</strong>: thephillycorner.com<br />
The Couch Tomato Cafe<br />
102 Rector Street, 215–483–2233.<br />
($) This gourmet cafe is anything but<br />
typical. Several different varieties of<br />
pizza made with fresh ingredients,<br />
as well as many different salads and<br />
wraps with homemade dressings are<br />
offered. Homemade soups are also<br />
popular. We also cater! <strong>Web</strong>: thecouchtomato.com<br />
The Druid’s Keep<br />
149 Brown Street, 215–413–0455.<br />
($$) A neighbordhood bar that seems<br />
untouched by the trendiness found in<br />
other drinking establishments. The<br />
menu includes decent reasonably<br />
priced grilled cheese sandwiches,<br />
<strong>burgers</strong>, melts, and hot dogs. <strong>Web</strong>:<br />
yelp.com/biz/the–druids–keep–philadelphia<br />
The Gold Standard Cafe<br />
4800 Baltimore Avenue, 215–<br />
727–8247. ($$) Intimate, traditional<br />
all–American cafe offering<br />
fresh, local specialties.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: thegoldstandardcafe.com<br />
(PLEASE SEE REVIEW, PAGE 16)<br />
The Latest Dish<br />
613 S. 4th Street, 215–629–0565.<br />
($$) American. Healthy, lighter fare.<br />
Seafood, vegetarian and more. Outstanding<br />
beer selection. Best dance<br />
club in the city (Fluid) is on the second<br />
floor. <strong>Web</strong>: latestdish.com<br />
The Manayunk Brewery & Restaurant<br />
4120 Main Street, 215–482–8220.<br />
($$) Jazz/Blues Pub. Outdoor dining.<br />
Brew our own beer with eight beers<br />
on tap. Free boat rides down the river.<br />
Live entertainment. Brunch buffet on<br />
Sundays between 10:30 a.m. and<br />
2:30 p.m. <strong>Web</strong>: manayunkbrewery.<br />
com<br />
The Melting Pot<br />
1219 Filbert Street, 215–922–7002.<br />
($$$) Come experience a new way to<br />
enjoy food with family or friends....<br />
Fondue! The Melting Pot has something<br />
for everyone. From large tables<br />
for big groups to intimate tables for<br />
two, you must come experience the<br />
country’s premier fondue restaurant!<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: meltingpot.com<br />
The Pierogie Kitchen<br />
648 Roxborough Avenue, 215–483–<br />
5301. ($) 29 varieties of homemade<br />
pierogie and hand–rolled stuffed cabbage,<br />
soups, potato pancakes, babka.<br />
Hot lunch specials everyday. Student<br />
Discounts! Sandwiches, desserts.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: pierogiekitchen.com<br />
The Restaurant School<br />
4207 Walnut Street, 215–222–<br />
4200. ($$) Enjoy food prepared by<br />
the chefs of tomorrow in four differ-<br />
ent restaurants. Student discount:<br />
10 percent with school identification.<br />
Carry–out foods prepared by the chefs<br />
in our Café and Pastry Shop. Pastries,<br />
breads, cakes plus a luncheon selection<br />
of soups, salads and sandwiches.<br />
Gift certificates and private parties<br />
available. <strong>Web</strong>: walnuthillcollege.edu<br />
The Trestle Inn<br />
339 N. 11th Street, 267–239–0290.<br />
($$) A pub in North Philly that’s been<br />
serving up quality food and drinks to<br />
customers for over one hundred years.<br />
Features go–go dancers to evoke the<br />
spirit of the 1960’s and 70’s. Offers<br />
great whiskey and cocktails. <strong>Web</strong>:<br />
thetrestleinn.com<br />
(PLEASE SEE REVIEW, PAGE 10)<br />
The Turf Club<br />
700 Packer Ave, 215–551–8270.<br />
($$) Traditional American cuisine includes<br />
grilled chicken breast, stir fry<br />
specialties and salads. Add to that<br />
the live action of thoroughbred horse<br />
racing, with off–track betting. Casual<br />
attire. <strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/the–turf–<br />
club–philadelphia<br />
The Ugly American<br />
1100 S. Front Street, 215–336–<br />
1100. ($$) The concept of New<br />
American cuisine was developed in<br />
the 1980s from fusion and California<br />
cuisines, and features significant<br />
creative use of in–season produce<br />
and sauces. It is somewhat related<br />
to French Nouvelle cuisine and often<br />
incorporates influences from Latin<br />
American, Mediterranean, and Asian<br />
cuisine. <strong>Web</strong>: uglyamericanphilly.com<br />
Thirteen Restaurant, Philadelphia<br />
Marriott<br />
1201 Market Street, 215–625–6795.<br />
($$) Thirteen, the stylishly modern<br />
bar and restaurant in the Philadelphia<br />
Marriott Downtown, takes its moniker<br />
from the original 13 colonies, offering<br />
visitors and locals a stylish and<br />
upbeat venue for dining, drinking and<br />
socializing. . <strong>Web</strong>: marriottmodules.<br />
com/restaurant/hotels/hotel–information/travel/phldt–marriott–philadelphia/13_american_inspired_cuisine<br />
TIME<br />
1315 Sansom Street, 215– 985–<br />
4800. ($$) From the loins of the<br />
once–revered German beer house just<br />
east of Broad Street, we have created<br />
a space that can accommodate. We<br />
offer a wide variety of food, drink and<br />
entertainment for everyone – from<br />
food, scotch and beer lovers to the<br />
wine connoisseur and nightlife partygoers,<br />
TIME is poised to satisfy every<br />
craving. <strong>Web</strong>: timerestaurant.net<br />
Tony Luke’s<br />
39 E. Oregon Avenue, 215–551–<br />
5725. ($) Tony Luke’s offers classic<br />
traditional Philadelphia food. You can<br />
find there a wide variety of cheesesteaks,<br />
hoagies, and sandwiches at a<br />
small price. <strong>Web</strong>: tonylukes.com<br />
Tria Cafe<br />
123 S. 18th Street, 215–972–8742.<br />
($$) Tria specializes in the Fermentation<br />
Trio of wine, cheese and beer. Offers<br />
a friendly, casual yet stylish place<br />
for hanging out, day and night. Wonderful<br />
staff. Winner of Philadelphia<br />
Magazine’s “Best of Philly” 2004<br />
(beer list). <strong>Web</strong>: triacafe.com<br />
Tria Wine Room<br />
3131 Walnut Street, 215–222–<br />
2422. ($) A wine, cheese and beer<br />
cafe. Tria serves passionately crafted<br />
wines, cheeses, and beers together<br />
for a unique experience. <strong>Web</strong>: triacafe.com<br />
Twenty Manning Grill<br />
261 S. 20th Street, 215–731–0900.<br />
($$$) If cosmopolitan is what you’re<br />
looking for, Twenty Manning is the<br />
place. From the modern, gorgeous<br />
dining room, the intimate lounge &<br />
the lively outdoor cafe to the large,<br />
sensual bar, Twenty Manning hosts<br />
a location for every diner’s taste. Beloved<br />
Chef Kiong Banh draws upon<br />
his culinary expertise to create an innovative<br />
twist on American fare. Chef<br />
Banh spends every morning at the<br />
markets, hand–selecting each fresh<br />
ingredient that goes into his Asian–<br />
influenced selections. He even adds<br />
fresh herbs from his own personal garden<br />
to enhance his unique entrees.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: twentymanning.com<br />
Ulana’s<br />
205 Bainbridge Street, 215–922–<br />
4152. ($) Romantic, candlelit restaurant<br />
located in a wine cellar. Features<br />
pastas, shrimp, duck and puff pastry<br />
filled with seafood. Moderate–priced.<br />
Dancing in the club, featuring live<br />
bands. Club available for private parties.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/ulanas–philadelphia<br />
Underdogs<br />
132 S. 17th Street, 215–665–8080.<br />
($$) This boutique hot dog eatery<br />
features wieners in a variety of styles,<br />
ranging from a My Thai to the Georgia<br />
Dog, and even the Coney Classic.<br />
Some have even suggested that this<br />
restaurant will help unseat the cupcake<br />
as the next “it” food! <strong>Web</strong>: underdogsphilly.com<br />
Union Jacks Pub Manayunk<br />
4801 Umbria Street, 215–482–<br />
8980. ($$) Local corner bar with<br />
good food. <strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/union–<br />
jacks–pub–manayunk–philadelphia<br />
United States Hotel Bar and Grill<br />
4439 Main Street, 215–483–9222.<br />
($$) There is an extensive selection<br />
of single–malt scotches and vintage–<br />
dated Armagnac. Under new ownership.<br />
Recently restored to its original<br />
beauty. Serving a fresh new menu<br />
perfect for lunch, dinner or weekend<br />
brunch. <strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/us–hotel–<br />
philadelphia<br />
Varga Bar<br />
941 Spruce Street, 215–627–5200.<br />
($$) An all–American pub featuring<br />
retro–style decor, including a mural of<br />
40s–style pinups on the ceiling and<br />
a black–and–white tile floor. Menu includes<br />
jumbo lump crab cheese fries,<br />
Kobe beef burger, duck confit chicken<br />
wings. <strong>Web</strong>: vargabar.com<br />
Vernick<br />
2031 Walnut Street, (267) 639–<br />
6644. ($$$) A foodie’s delight, Vernick<br />
offers up American and Asian<br />
style cuisines ranging from Maryland<br />
Crab to Sea Urchin. <strong>Web</strong>: vernickphilly.com/landing.html<br />
Water Works Restaurant and<br />
Lounge<br />
640 Water Works Drive, 215–236–<br />
9000. ($$$) Water Works Restaurant<br />
and Lounge, Philadelphia’s landmark<br />
dining experience offers mouthwatering<br />
cuisine and breathtaking views<br />
of Boathouse Row and the Schuylkill<br />
River. Water Works is the perfect<br />
place for all occasions. Private events<br />
are welcomed. <strong>Web</strong>: thewaterworksrestaurant.com<br />
White Dog Cafe<br />
3420 Sansom Street, 215–386–<br />
9224. ($$) Award–winning contemporary<br />
American cuisine with<br />
an emphasis on local, farm–fresh<br />
ingredients. Smoke–free piano parlor;<br />
music on weekends and dinner<br />
discussions of film, tours, and other<br />
community events. Bar and grill offers<br />
casual fare for under $10 and late<br />
night specials. <strong>Web</strong>: whitedog.com<br />
(PLEASE SEE OUR AD, PAGE 19)<br />
Winnie’s Le Bus Manayunk Restaurant<br />
4266 Main Street, 215–487–2663.<br />
($$) Home style, fresh and affordable<br />
with weekly menu changes featuring<br />
American classics. Homemade breads<br />
and pastries are baked fresh daily. The<br />
weekend brunch features omelets,<br />
frittatas, pancakes and more. Kid–<br />
friendly! <strong>Web</strong>: lebusmanayunk .com<br />
Woolly Mammoth<br />
430 South Street, 215–923–8780.<br />
($$) Sports bar. 10 Satellite TV’s. All<br />
pro and college games. Great place<br />
to watch Sunday football. Also, don’t<br />
miss Monday night specials. <strong>Web</strong>:<br />
yelp.com/biz/woolly–mammoth–philadelphia<br />
World Cafe Live<br />
3025 Walnut Street, 215–222–<br />
1400. ($$) Live Music on 2 stages.<br />
Upstairs Live – serving lunch, dinner,<br />
late night bites and an ever changing<br />
menu of live music from around<br />
the region and the globe. Downstairs<br />
Live – Dinner is served at your table<br />
as you enjoy a live performance. Host<br />
your next private party at World Cafe<br />
Live. <strong>Web</strong>: philly.worldcafelive.com<br />
(PLEASE SEE OUR AD, PAGE 4)<br />
BAKERY/DESSERT<br />
XIX – Nineteen<br />
200 S. Broad Street, 19th Floor,<br />
(Park Hyatt at the Bellevue), 215–<br />
790–1919. ($$$) Starters and main<br />
dishes are perfectly executed. The<br />
desserts are a bit more playful. Located<br />
on the 19th floor of the Park<br />
Hyatt one really does feel at the top<br />
with an elegant view of Center City.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: nineteenrestaurant.com<br />
Artisserie Chocolate Cafe<br />
3421 Walnut Street, 215–222–3710.<br />
($) The best place in Philadelphia for<br />
dessert. They carry everything from<br />
rich hot chocolate to delicious pastries.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/artisserie–<br />
chocolate–cafe–philadelphia–4<br />
Auntie Anne’s<br />
3405 Walnut Street, 215–387–<br />
0337. ($) Hand–rolled soft pretzels in<br />
nine awesome flavors, including new<br />
hot dog pretzels and pretzel pockets.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: auntieannes.com<br />
Bagel Factory<br />
510 Walnut Street, 215–627–0707.<br />
($) Great bagels, salads, gourmet<br />
sandwiches and more. <strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/