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great falafel, they are well known for<br />
strictly Halal middle–eastern dishes.<br />
For unadventurous eaters, American<br />
options are also available. <strong>Web</strong>: saadhalal.com<br />
Sahara Grill<br />
1334 Walnut Street, 215–985–4155.<br />
($$) A casual Lebanese BYOB open<br />
7 days a week from 11AM to 10PM.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/sahara–grill–philadelphia<br />
Zahav<br />
237 Saint James Place, 215–625–<br />
8800. ($$$) Everything’s hectic and<br />
happy at this determined–to–be–casual<br />
modern Israeli <strong>spot</strong> from Philly<br />
darling chef Michael Solomonov.<br />
The bar serves signature cocktails–<br />
including the lemonnana, a boldly<br />
boozy lemonade– and the food is defined<br />
by clean, bright Middle Eastern<br />
flavors. <strong>Web</strong>: zahavrestaurant.<br />
com<br />
PAN–ASIAN<br />
Buddakan<br />
325 Chestnut Street, 215–574–<br />
9440. ($$$) Stephen Starr’s Buddakan<br />
is a ultra chic restaurant featuring<br />
exotic flavors of modern Asian cuisine<br />
with creativity and drama. Named one<br />
of “America’s Top 50 Restaurants” by<br />
Travel & Leisure and ‘Top Restaurant<br />
for Fun’ by Gourmet, Buddakan has<br />
become one of the country’s most<br />
talked about restaurants. <strong>Web</strong>: buddakan.com<br />
Ken Shin Asian Diner<br />
301 Spring Garden Street, 215–925–<br />
8887. ($$) Restaurateur Kenny Poon,<br />
partnered with his brother Shin, envisions<br />
Ken Shin Asian Diner as a casual<br />
but stylish BYO on the order of Pei<br />
Wei. Menu runs the gamut of familiar<br />
Chinese, Vietnamese, and Japanese<br />
cuisines. <strong>Web</strong>: kenshindiner.com<br />
Koja<br />
38th & Sansom Street, 267–322–<br />
9925. ($) KOJA is known for “having<br />
the friendliest service” and serving up<br />
“some extremely tasty Korean fare.”<br />
They serve both Korean and Japanese<br />
fare. For those new to Korean food,<br />
try the beef bulgoki or the udon soup.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: kojagrille.com<br />
Koja Grille<br />
1600 N. Broad Street, 215–763–<br />
5652. ($$) Koja founder Jae Sim has<br />
gone uptown with his quick–serve Korean<br />
and Japanese fare, and settled<br />
into a sit–down storefront. The menu<br />
covers a satisfying range of tasty<br />
pan–Asian classics, from bibimbop<br />
to build–your–own udon bowls. <strong>Web</strong>:<br />
kojagrille.com<br />
Sampan<br />
124 S. 13th Street, 215–732–3501.<br />
($$$) Sampan impresses with the<br />
perfect balance of ambiance, service,<br />
and fairly priced, inventive dishes with<br />
an Asian spin. Combining masterful<br />
attention to detail with only the freshest<br />
local ingredients and bold Asian<br />
flavors, each of Sampan’s culinary<br />
creations leaves your mouth watering<br />
for more. <strong>Web</strong>: sampanphilly.com<br />
Singapore Restaurant<br />
1006 Race Street, 215–922–3288.<br />
($$) Southeast Asian vegetarian food<br />
including vegetarian dim sum. Food<br />
delivered from Buddhist, Hindu, and<br />
Muslim cooking. Strictly vegetarian<br />
including vegan. Brown rice available.<br />
Free delivery in Center City. <strong>Web</strong>: singaporevegetarian.com<br />
The Real Lee Ahn<br />
36th Street and Spruce Street, 215–<br />
205–7903. ($) Offering everything<br />
from Fried Rice to Pho, it’s not hard<br />
to see why The Real Le Anh is so<br />
popular. The menu has a wide variety<br />
of choices, including Chinese staples<br />
such as General Tsao’s chicken and<br />
Lo Mein, as well as an array of Southeast<br />
Asian favorites. They also offer<br />
Bubble Tea and a variety of drinks.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/the–real–lee–ahn–<br />
philadelphia<br />
Zama<br />
128 S. 19th Street, 215–568–1027.<br />
($$$) This trendy Pod–esque restaurant<br />
is perfect for people watching and<br />
eating sushi. <strong>Web</strong>: zamaphilly.com<br />
(PLEASE SEE REVIEW, PAGE 4)<br />
PUB/TAVERN<br />
Balcony at the Trocadero<br />
1003 Arch Street, 215–922–6888.<br />
($$) Live music with a bar and club<br />
atmosphere with decor that throws<br />
back to the Trocadero’s burlesque theater<br />
origins. Complete with cult and<br />
hip films on Mondays. <strong>Web</strong>: thetroc.<br />
com<br />
Bayou Bar & Grill<br />
4245 Main Street, 215–482–2560.<br />
($) Specializes in hard–shell crabs,<br />
$1.50 each on Mondays and Tuesdays.<br />
Voted “Best of Philly” for its<br />
buffalo wings, which are 20¢ each<br />
on Mondays and Tuesdays and $1.75<br />
Bud Lights. Food and drink specials<br />
every day. <strong>Web</strong>: bayoubar.com<br />
Bishop’s Collar<br />
2349 Fairmount Avenue, 215–765–<br />
1616. ($$) Pub fare with a twist. Vegetarian<br />
sandwiches. No cover. Drink<br />
specials. <strong>Web</strong>: thecollar.us<br />
Black Sheep Pub & Restaurant<br />
247 S. 17th Street, (17th Street and<br />
Latimer Street), 215–545–9473.<br />
($$) An upscale pub in Rittenhouse<br />
Square with 3 floors, a non–smoking<br />
dining room, dart boards and rooms<br />
available for private functions. Features<br />
an extensive scotch/whiskey<br />
selection and 10 beers on draft, seasonal<br />
lunch and dinner menu, and a<br />
pub menu available all day and night.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: theblacksheeppub.com<br />
Blarney Bar and Grill & Hidden<br />
Cafe Hookah Bar<br />
328 South Street, 215–413–8294.<br />
($$) One of the newest, nicest restaurant<br />
on South Street. Elegant decor,<br />
very inexpensive with two bars. Menu<br />
includes seafood, NY strip steak and<br />
Bucky’s famous cream of potato soup.<br />
Now open upstairs: Hookah bar with<br />
Middle Eastern menu. Over 21 flavored<br />
tobaccos. <strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/<br />
the–blarney–south–bar–and–grille–<br />
philadelphia<br />
Bob and Barbara’s<br />
1509 South Street, 215–545–4511.<br />
($) Local “institution” bar featuring<br />
$3 special – can of Pabst Blue Ribbon<br />
and shot of Jim Beam whiskey.<br />
Thursday night drag show named the<br />
Best of Philly! <strong>Web</strong>: bobandbarbaras.<br />
com<br />
Bonner’s Irish Pub<br />
120 S. 23rd Street, 215–567–5748.<br />
($) A fun place to hang out with<br />
friends. Serving domestic and imported<br />
beers on tap. Serving Irish<br />
and American cuisine at its very best.<br />
Karaoke on Thursday nights! Home of<br />
Wharton, Penn Law and Penn Medical.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/bonners–irish–<br />
pub–philadelphia<br />
Cavanaugh’s<br />
119 S. 39th Street, 215–386–4889.<br />
($) Casual college crowd with a great<br />
bar, the best wings on campus and lots<br />
of munchies and pizza. Large–screen<br />
TV plus 30 TVs for all sporting events.<br />
Over 100 different beers from all over<br />
the world to enjoy here or take home.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: cavanaughsrestaurant.com<br />
Cherry Street Tavern<br />
129 N. 22nd Street, 215–561–5683.<br />
($$) Enter through the side door of<br />
this wood–paneled haunt and you’re<br />
greeted by two huge sides of roast<br />
beef. Handwritten signs advertise<br />
specials, of both the drink kind and<br />
the “take a ski trip with your fellow<br />
barflies” kind; they’re only outflanked<br />
by Eagles and Sixers paraphernalia.<br />
As for food, the menu lists standard<br />
and inexpensive Philly bar fare: hoagies<br />
and nachos, supplemented by<br />
pepperoni and cheese with crackers.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/cherry–st–tavern–<br />
philadelphia<br />
Chubby’s<br />
5826 Henry Avenue, 215–487–<br />
2575. ($) Established since 1987,<br />
Chubby’s has been known to serve<br />
mouth–watering cheesesteak sandwiches<br />
to Philadelphia locals. In addition<br />
to what they are best known<br />
for, they also serve Hoagies, french<br />
fries, and a variety of beer selections<br />
to accompany your sandwich dining.<br />
Casually dine with your friends late<br />
into the night in Chubby’s warm and<br />
inviting atmosphere. <strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/<br />
biz/chubbys–philadelphia<br />
Dark Horse Pub<br />
421 S. 2nd Street , 215–928–9307.<br />
($$) A cozy, laid back pub reminiscent<br />
of the great pubs of Ireland and<br />
England. The menu reflects all that a<br />
good pub should offer: house made<br />
steak & mushroom pie, bangers &<br />
mash smothered in onion gravy, and<br />
shepherd’s pie with a side of H.P.<br />
sauce (to name a few). However, if<br />
you’re in the mood for something a<br />
little more American, check out their<br />
selection of sandwiches, steaks, and<br />
salads. <strong>Web</strong>: darkhorsepub.com<br />
Dawson Street Pub<br />
100 Dawson Street, 215–482–5677.<br />
($) Dawson Street Pub, located in the<br />
Manayunk section of Philadelphia<br />
Pennsylvania, has been a haven for<br />
beer enthusiasts for nearly two decades.<br />
The pub also features live music<br />
on Thursday, Friday and Saturday<br />
nights. The menu consists of standard<br />
pub favorites, including fresh–cut<br />
french fries, as well as interesting<br />
weekly specials. <strong>Web</strong>: dawsonstreetpub.com<br />
Devil’s Den<br />
1148 S. 11th Street, 215–339–0855.<br />
($$) This Belgian–inspired gastropub<br />
has an extensive beer list, with 16 on<br />
tap and hundreds of bottles. The varied<br />
menu offers everything from sandwiches,<br />
flatbreads, coffee and dessert<br />
to mussels and entrees like Roasted<br />
Cod or Flat Iron Steak. <strong>Web</strong>: devilsdenphilly.com<br />
Dirty Frank’s Bar<br />
347 S. 13th Street, 215–732–5010.<br />
($) This popular corner taproom’s<br />
foreboding ambience belies its friendliness.<br />
The clientele is pleasantly diverse.<br />
Burly bikers knock back mugs<br />
of cheap Yuengling next to frail,<br />
chain–smoking art students. Everybody<br />
seems like a regular. Arrive before<br />
9pm to grab a table; the place<br />
starts to fill up with drinkers and<br />
smoke around 10pm. <strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/<br />
biz/dirty–franks–bar–philadelphia<br />
Dock Street Brewing Co<br />
701 S. 50th Street, 215–726–2337.<br />
($$) This West Philly brewery and<br />
restaurant features handcrafted specialty<br />
beers of the Dock Street Brewing<br />
Co., brewed on premises. The<br />
restaurant’s offering is best described<br />
as “wood fired gourmet pizza, salads,<br />
and grille.” Vegetarian– and vegan–<br />
friendly. <strong>Web</strong>: dockstreetbeer.com<br />
(PLEASE SEE REVIEW, PAGE 11)<br />
Doobie’s<br />
2201 Lombard Street, 215–546–<br />
0316. ($) Pub–type atmosphere with<br />
an eclectic jukebox. Kitchen open until<br />
1 a.m. Lots of dinner specials with<br />
a variety of ethnic type meals. Best<br />
nachos in the city! <strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/<br />
doobies–philadelphia<br />
Downey’s Restaurant<br />
526 S. Front Street, 215–625–9500.<br />
($$) To experience Philadelphia, you<br />
must experience Downey’s. A Philadelphia<br />
institution since 1976 and a<br />
favorite <strong>spot</strong> for sports stars and other<br />
celebrities. Occasional live music acts<br />
upstairs. <strong>Web</strong>: downeysrestaurant.<br />
com<br />
Drinker’s Pub<br />
1903 Chestnut Street, 215–564–<br />
0914. ($) Drinker’s Pub, Center<br />
City’s neighborhood bar, appeals to<br />
all types. Whether you’re looking to<br />
chill out, order dinner, play pinball, or<br />
watch sports on our HDTVs, we have<br />
what you are searching for. A comfortable<br />
crowd, tons of Elvis memorabilia,<br />
nightly drink specials, and a killer<br />
rock ‘n roll jukebox. <strong>Web</strong>: drinkerspub215.com<br />
Drinker’s West<br />
3900 Chestnut Street, 215–397–<br />
4693. ($) Drinker’s West brings<br />
plenty of excitement and good times<br />
to University City with a fun energetic<br />
atmosphere that can’t be beat!<br />
Whether you’re looking to meet up for<br />
happy hour or a full night of partying,<br />
Drinker’s West will exceed all your expectations<br />
and have you coming back<br />
for more. <strong>Web</strong>: drinkerswest215.com<br />
East End Tavern<br />
128 East Street, 215–482–4944.<br />
($) If you’ve got $2 ,you can settle<br />
down at the large wooden bar in the<br />
center of the room and order a pint.<br />
The beer’s filthy cheap, while the hot<br />
and cold sandwiches are just right<br />
for a tavern. The East End also offers<br />
delicious and cheap hot food specials<br />
each night. <strong>Web</strong>: yelp.com/biz/east–<br />
end–tavern–philadelphia<br />
Eulogy Belgian Tavern<br />
136 Chestnut Street, 215–413–<br />
1918. ($$) With over 21 beers on<br />
tap and 300 available in the bottle,<br />
you definitely won’t leave this pub<br />
thirsty. A wide variety of traditional<br />
Belgian food is also available. The<br />
second floor features a “coffin room”<br />
decorated with burial caskets. Philly’s<br />
only real Belgian owned bar and restaurant.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: eulogybar.com<br />
Fado Irish Pub and Restaurant<br />
1500 Locust Street, 215–893–9700.<br />
($$) Traditional Irish fare. At Fado,<br />
they are telling the tale of Ireland’s<br />
rich and celebrated pub culture —<br />
hearty food and drink, good music,<br />
warm hospitality, and friendly banter.<br />
Nightly entertainment includes traditional<br />
Irish music, with the occasional<br />
American folkie, and televised rugby<br />
and soccer matches. <strong>Web</strong>: fadoirishpub.com<br />
Fat Tuesday<br />
431 South Street, 215–629–5999.<br />
($$) This Mardi Gras–themed bar is<br />
decorated with neon beer signage,<br />
steel seating and televisions. Live<br />
bands occasionally perform for customers<br />
sipping on fruity drinks and<br />
MGDs. Finger foods are offered for<br />
those interested in fries with their<br />
pina colada, and in the summertime,<br />
al fresco drinking offers the opportunity<br />
to take in the sights and smells of<br />
South Street. <strong>Web</strong>: fat–tuesday.com/<br />
site.php<br />
Fergie’s Pub<br />
1214 Sansom Street, 215–928–<br />
8118. ($$) Fergie’s Pub is a very<br />
reasonable, very friendly, Irish–owned<br />
pub in Center City. The fare includes<br />
fish and chips, shepherd pie, as well<br />
as American favorites. The kitchen is<br />
open till midnight, the bar till 2 a.m.<br />
Fergie’s Pub is open seven days a<br />
week with entertainment nightly. The<br />
entertainment includes Quizo, Irish<br />
music and local bands. <strong>Web</strong>: fergies.<br />
com<br />
Finnigan’s Wake<br />
537 N. 3rd Street, 215–574–9317.<br />
($$) Philly’s hottest night <strong>spot</strong>. Live<br />
entertainment nightly. <strong>Web</strong>: finnigans.com<br />
Flat Rock Saloon<br />
4301 Main Street, 215–483–3722.<br />
($) A classic, enjoyable tavern. Nightly<br />
specials feature all–you–can eat<br />
mussels, chicken wings or roast beef<br />
sandwiches. <strong>Web</strong>: flatrocksaloon.com<br />
Fox & Hound Smokehouse & Tavern<br />
1501 Spruce Street, 215–732–<br />
8610. ($$) Burgers, barbecue, and<br />
lots of cold beer on tap. Dozens of<br />
TVs show every game, every night.<br />
<strong>Web</strong>: fhrg.com<br />
Frankford Hall<br />
1210 Frankford Ave, 215– 634–<br />
3338. ($$) Yet another Stephen<br />
Starr restarant! Frankford hall serves<br />
up German pub food a casual atmosphere<br />
with picnic tables for all. <strong>Web</strong>:<br />
frankfordhall.com<br />
Good Dog<br />
224 S. 15th Street, 215–985–9600.<br />
Dining Guide<br />
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