Famous Delicatessen of Holland

102 Buck Road
Southampton, PA 18966

Jon L. writes: Hands down, best Jewish-style deli in Bucks County (and when I say Jewish-style, I don't mean kosher---just, ya know, the availability of quality pickles, rye bread and corned beef.)

If you want to destroy your arteries, try ordering a hard salami on…

Richboro Vet

1096 Second Street Pike
Richboro, PA 18954

Jon L. writes: Like with humans and doctors, you don't really worry about the caliber of your vet until your dog gets really ill. Anyone can take my dog's temperature and put her on a scale---surgery is when we really get to see what these boys and gals learned in…

Loehmanns

1528 Chesnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

veronika p. writes: I LOVE Loehmanns. It is probably one of my favorite stores ever. I got Romeo and Juliet leggings here for 10 bucks. This store has an amazing selection, there are three floors of mens, womens, and juniors clothes, shoes, coats, suits, purses, and…

Tin Angel At Serrano
Neighborhood: Olde City

20 S 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Sean T. writes: A small, intimate listening room that has hosted some major acts over the past fifteen years plus.  Great sound and a relaxed laid back atmosphere.  The small, low stage means that the performer is right there in the room with you.  The fact that…

Choy Wong Chinese Food
Neighborhood: Cedar Park

706 S 50th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143

sara c. writes: I'm definitely prone to getting a stomachache just about every time I eat here, but it is so delicious.  I got a huge lunch special order of Szechuan chicken, white rice, and wonton soup - all for $4.75.  It was enough for two or even three days…

US Post Office
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Avenue of the Arts North, Logan Square, Art Museum District

1500 John F Kennedy Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Jake P. writes: This is a review of the 31st Street Post Office, which is the headquarters for Philly mail, and you'll undoubtably need if you need to do after-hours mailing or get a passport.

They're open 7am - 10pm (used to be 5-midnight)... but the lobby/automated…

Meridith's Market

101 N Wayne Ave
Ste A2
Wayne, PA 19087

Dan G. writes: Meridith's was our Valentine dinner this year and it wasn't disappointing, but a little pricey for the presentation...  had the NY Strip special and my date the Veal dish and both were pretty good but not outstanding...  would probably have given it…

Tastebuds Market & Catering
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square

2400 Lombard Street
Philadelphia, PA 19146

Jake P. writes: It's hard to classify Tastebuds. It's part deli, part coffee shop, part market.

I think if Martha Stewart ever became a Fitler Square, birkenstock-wearing   resident, she'd own this place.

In a few block radius that doesn't offer much gourmet,…

Rita's Water Ice

430 Lancaster Ave
Malvern, PA 19355

Z G. writes: I spent a year in PA with my aunt and we used to live within walking distance to this place. It was so good & creamy, I miss it. There is nothing like it in cali. I'll have to go back east for a visit.

Kenny's Spirited Eatery

1134 Street Rd
Southampton, PA 18966

Will D. writes: I gave it a 4 based on the love affair I had with the "Old Kennies"... Being an "Apple Buddy" from '99-'01 I knew the "Old" Kennies all to well.   Their old "deck" was soooo much better then the GD.

Crawdaddy's Bayou Bar & Grill

1215 W Chester Pike
West Chester, PA 19382

Erin K. writes: Crawdaddy's is not cheap, but man, is it good. If money is not an issue and we're staying close to home, Crawdaddy's is my first choice.

The menu is very diverse; you can get anything from steak to jambalaya. We always get the blackened pierogies -…

Marriott Philadelphia Convention Center
Neighborhood: Market East

1201 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Holly T. writes: I stayed here while attending a conference at the convention center, and other than the internet situation, I have no complaints. It's amazingly convenient, being attached to the convention center and the Market East train station. I was able to get…

Esque Eyewear
Neighborhood: Olde City

53 N 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Laurel M. writes: WOW.
What a fantastic optics boutique.  Great service, even more wonderful products.  I cannot say enough good things about this place.  I thought it would be tough to out-do EyeSite in Rittenhouse, but Esque sure did (not that there was anything at…

Doubletree Hotels
Neighborhood: Avenue of the Arts South, Washington Square West

237 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Zoe P. writes: My parents used to stay here when they visited us in Philly - we had a very small apartment. And my parents are smart shoppers. They always got a deal.

I stayed here too, once, and the staff is great. They are generous with the little things and…

Tiffany & Co
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center, Avenue of the Arts South

1414 Walnut St
Phila, PA 19102

Sarah R. writes: Oh, hey. Like my amazing new jewelry?

i didnt even know this place existed on Walnut until my boyfriend surprised me and took me there.

the most beautiful store in the wooooooooooooorld!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!

Philadelphia Runner
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1601 Sansom St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Alexandra T. writes: The staff is very knowledgable and helpful.
They have a huge selection and do not push the sale at all.
The owner is a great guy but spends more time at the main line store.

Ben & Jerry's
Neighborhood: Manayunk, Roxborough

4358 Main St
Philadelphia, PA 19127

Russ C. writes: I have always loved Ben and Jerry's and my love for them has grown ever since the unveiling of Stephen Colbert's AmeriCONE Dream...its packed full of freedom.

I tend to agree with Jake that Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream should be consumed by the pint in…

Sacred Grounds

1 Meeting House Square
Fallsington, PA 19054

Caitlin N. writes: This PlaceIs The Best. Completely Worth The Drive For Me. Im Actually Currently Trying To Get My Band A Gig Here But I Cant Find There Number Anywhere And I Haven't Been Going To Any Recent Shows. So If Anyone ANYONE Has Some More Information About…

No Ka Oi Tiki Tatoo
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

610 S 4th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Carrie E. writes: I was tattooed by Carla Hopkins and thought she did a decent job. I'll admit that at first I was a little taken aback at her attitude, which was a bit standoffish and gruff, but once she got to work it didn't matter to me as much, although I'll admit…

Premium Steap
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

111 S 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Alexandra T. writes: This tea shop is very well appointed. They offer a bevy of tea, tea pots, tea tools etc.
The owner is into quality product and refuses to carry inferior product.

She does have an interesting attitude and I can never tell if she is annoyed to have a…

Wills Eye Institute
Neighborhood: Market East

900 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Marisa D. writes: A few years ago, while furiously alphebetizing files at work during a crappy night shift, my right eye and a dastardly manila folder clashed and the results were messy. When I tried to open my eye, the usually friendly air felt like it was made of a…

Villanova University

800 W Lancaster Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Caitlin C. writes: You all better have bet for our Wildcats for March Madness!

The first time I visited this school, I was like, " No way am I going here. Everyone looks like they are from a J Crew catalog." But then I got accepted, and I though, "Well, might as well!"…

Abramson Center For Jewish Life

1425 Horsham Rd
Ambler, PA 19002

Billy A. writes: The Four Seasons of assisted living. My grandmother, after six weeks here, looks healthier and more energetic than she has in years.

The Abramson Center has the friendliest, most engaged staff I've seen in any similar facility. Actually, I've never…

Cat Doctor
Neighborhood: Spring Garden, Fairmount, Art Museum District

535 N 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Nate F. writes: Our little kitty certainly did not know what was in store for her when we left the house this morning. She did not go to Candy Mountain like we told her; she did wake up hours later lacking the ability to reproduce.
Although I'm sure Tina (our cat)…

Don Pablo's Mexican Kitchen

1860 Deptford Center Rd
Woodbury, NJ 08096

Caitlin C. writes: This is Americanized Mexican food in a franchaisable business, so don't review like it's La Lupe in South Philly.

I personally love this place and have traveled "over the border" (aka: over the Walt Whitman bridge) to get their buttery corn cakes made…

Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Logan Square, Art Museum District

1 Logan Sq Fl 18
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Sean T. writes: Recommended for:  Anyone in need of corporate attorneys.  

Service 6, Quality 6, Knowledge 6.

Drink Biddle & Reathe LLP is by far the best law firm I've worked with over the years.  Not only do these lawyers know their stuff, but their work ethic is…

Famulus Books
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square

256 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Jake P. writes: What an amazing bookstore. They might not have it, but whatever it is, they'll get it.

In an old Italian meat market, this restored building houses the book-browsing you could imagine. They have lots of out-of-print goodies, and a $1 bin out front…

Academy of Natural Sciences
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

19 Benjamin Frankl
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Kelly S. writes: I haven't been to the Academy of Natural Sciences since I was about 13, but it's a really good museum.  I went a few times when I was little during family museum trips, and the last time I went was with an art class because the teacher wanted us to…

Weccacoe Playground
Neighborhood: Queen Village

400 Catharine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Caitlin C. writes: Tennis courts in Philly? About as hard to find as an editorial position at Vogue.

The best ones are definitely at Seger Park (behind Whole Goods on Lombard). But this park doesn't require a payment or membership and the one court is almost always free…

Meskerem Ethiopian Restaurant
Neighborhood: Cedar Park

4728 Baltimore Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19143

Ed A. writes: This place has great Ethiopian food and a nice atmosphere.  You have the option of sitting at a traditional Ethiopian table (meaning short stools and a whicker table) or a Western table and chairs.  The Ethiopian tables are fun to sit at once, but…

KC's Pastries Inc
Neighborhood: Chinatown

109 N 10th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Meg C. writes: I like KC's for a quick cone-shaped sponge cake snack (I love peeling the paper off) and a bubble tea. They use cute bubble tea cups with happy fish printed on them. I haven't liked their other pastries as much as the sponge cake, so that is what I…

Franklin Inn Club
Neighborhood: Washington Square West

205 S Camac St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Jake P. writes: I was invited here on a few occasions, as this is an urban membership club. (They were misled into believing I was a gentleman)

Typically, I'd never give shine to any exclusive club, however, knowing that the Franklin Inn is looking for youthful…

Na-Hoku

234 Mall Blvd
King of Prussia, PA 19406

Caitlin C. writes: In the KOP mall, these place is a great find for elegant jewelry in beautiful beach shapes (or not).

They have diamond-studded flip flop pendants, starfish pendants, etc. as well as the run-of-the-mill jewelry.

I come here just to get their black…

Blockbuster Video
Neighborhood: Garden Court

309 S 48th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143

Ed A. writes: I'm only giving this store a two for a very specific reason.  OK, it's a Blockbuster Video.  To that end it is more or less like every other Blockbuster Video: they have the same videos, they have more or less enough of them, you can rent video…

Su Xing House
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1508 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Dave H. writes: Su Xing House is an OUTSTANDING Chinese vegetarian restaurant near Rittenhouse Square.

Their rear dining room is elegantly decorated, paneled with Chinese prints, and amazingly handled my friends's party of ~18, but their dishes weren't the quickest…

Mezze

Reading Terminal Market
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Allison B. writes: It takes a few minutes to get what you want but the wait is well worth it.  I went to the Reading Terminal Market with my man (both a tad hungover) and the breakfast calzone and breakfast pizza we each got a slice of made us feel alive again.  Not…

El Zarape

1548 E Passyunk Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19148

Kass H. writes: All I have to say is that the staff of the Cantina eat here when they are on shift instead of their own kitchen.

I'm just sayin'.... WHITE RICE????

Liberties Walk Dry Cleaners
Neighborhood: Northern Liberties

1030 N American St
# 1001
Philadelphia, PA 19123

Susan L. writes: Excellent and convenient dry cleaners.  My boyfriend says they do the best job of any place he's ever been.  The only downside is that it is expensive, hence the 4 star rating.

Phila Young Playwrights Festival
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

7 Benjmn Frankline Prk
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Jake P. writes: One of my dear friends works for them... so I'm a little biased.

Still, this is a great Philadelphia service and contest offered to young, ambitious writers. The program puts professionals in the classroom to give students the kind of feedback and…