Passyunk Guidebook
Food scene
Fun and fresh, Spanish tapas and great wine. Lively atmosphere.
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Barcelona Wine Bar
1709 E Passyunk AveFun and fresh, Spanish tapas and great wine. Lively atmosphere.
Cozy ambience with fantastic cocktails. Ask for the window table for two upstairs.
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Townsend
1623 E Passyunk AveCozy ambience with fantastic cocktails. Ask for the window table for two upstairs.
Mac 'n' cheese pizza & other inventive pies pair with craft brews at this casual Italian joint.
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LaScala's Birra
1700 E Passyunk AveMac 'n' cheese pizza & other inventive pies pair with craft brews at this casual Italian joint.
Classic South Philly. Hidden gem. Live piano on weekends. Casual. Great pizza, great atmosphere. Also great for delivery.
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Francoluigi’s Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen
1547 S 13th StClassic South Philly. Hidden gem. Live piano on weekends. Casual. Great pizza, great atmosphere. Also great for delivery.
Casual Mexican fare, potent margaritas, a lively vibe & outdoor seating make this a popular summer hangout.
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Cantina Los Caballitos
1651 E Passyunk AveCasual Mexican fare, potent margaritas, a lively vibe & outdoor seating make this a popular summer hangout.
Green Eggs Café
212 S 13th StReally delicious brunch!
Great place for an outdoor drink and snack in the summer. Right near fountain, steps from house.
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Stateside
1536 E Passyunk AveGreat place for an outdoor drink and snack in the summer. Right near fountain, steps from house.
Chinese plates with a Jewish twist & festive scorpion bowls are served at this snug, energetic spot.
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Bing Bing Dim Sum
1648 E Passyunk AveChinese plates with a Jewish twist & festive scorpion bowls are served at this snug, energetic spot.
Old-school neighborhood tavern on the corner specializing in craft beers & burgers & snacks. Young crowd.
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Fountain Porter
1601 S 10th StOld-school neighborhood tavern on the corner specializing in craft beers & burgers & snacks. Young crowd.
Steps from the house, with classy but casual ambiance, outdoor seating and a 7-course menu on most nights. Tip: On Monday- the burger is delicious!
River Twice
1601 East Passyunk AvenueSteps from the house, with classy but casual ambiance, outdoor seating and a 7-course menu on most nights. Tip: On Monday- the burger is delicious!
Perla
1535 S 11th StDelicious upscale Filipino food steps from the house.
Classy wine bar with great drinks and tapas, owned by former Top Chef winner Nick Elmi, steps from the house.
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ITV (In the Valley)
1615 E Passyunk AveClassy wine bar with great drinks and tapas, owned by former Top Chef winner Nick Elmi, steps from the house.
Delicious BBQ right down the street. Made to order until they run out, which is ever day! Take out only.
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Mike's BBQ
1703 S 11th StDelicious BBQ right down the street. Made to order until they run out, which is ever day! Take out only.
Delicious upscale fine dining steps from the house, owned by former Top Chef winner Nick Elmi.
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Laurel
1617 E Passyunk AveDelicious upscale fine dining steps from the house, owned by former Top Chef winner Nick Elmi.
1046 Tasker. Brand new BYOB as of Feb 2022, on the corner of 11th and Tasker. Fantastic location, classy atmosphere and delicious food.
Mish Mish
1046 Tasker Street1046 Tasker. Brand new BYOB as of Feb 2022, on the corner of 11th and Tasker. Fantastic location, classy atmosphere and delicious food.
New spot for breakfast, brunch and dinner, steps from the house at the corner of 11th and Tasker. Oyster happy hour on Thursday. Great food, drinks and atmosphere.
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The Dutch
1537 S 4th StNew spot for breakfast, brunch and dinner, steps from the house at the corner of 11th and Tasker. Oyster happy hour on Thursday. Great food, drinks and atmosphere.
10th and Cross. Delicious authentic Mexican food with a lively atmosphere on a pretty street with string lights!
El Chingon Philly
10th and Cross. Delicious authentic Mexican food with a lively atmosphere on a pretty street with string lights!
Modern Vietnamese food @ 1837 E. Passyunk (water fern dumplings, crispy whole fish and the vermicelli platter).
Gabriella's Vietnam
Modern Vietnamese food @ 1837 E. Passyunk (water fern dumplings, crispy whole fish and the vermicelli platter).
Known for its comfort bar food, this South Philly staple has vegan versions of everything from buffalo wings to mozzarella sticks to cheesesteaks and meatball subs. The red and white pizzas are topped with your choice of real or dairy-free cheese, and sides, like spicy broccoli and sweet potato fries, that regulars love.
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Triangle Tavern
1338 S 10th StKnown for its comfort bar food, this South Philly staple has vegan versions of everything from buffalo wings to mozzarella sticks to cheesesteaks and meatball subs. The red and white pizzas are topped with your choice of real or dairy-free cheese, and sides, like spicy broccoli and sweet potato fries, that regulars love.
(Review from Phila. Inquirer): A 2020 James Beard award nominee for Best New Restaurant, this Thai spot from chef Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranon draws a large following with its pungent, and often spicy, flavors. Several dishes on the menu are naturally plant-based, including the Kang Pajari, a curry made with banana peppers, pineapple, and tofu; the Laab HED Yang Jae, a popular salad filled with sautéed mushrooms; and the Sakoo HED, tapioca dumplings stuffed with shiitake mushrooms and a peanut, red chili, and cilantro filling. But many additional sides can be made vegan.
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Kalaya Thai Kitchen
4 S 9th St(Review from Phila. Inquirer): A 2020 James Beard award nominee for Best New Restaurant, this Thai spot from chef Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranon draws a large following with its pungent, and often spicy, flavors. Several dishes on the menu are naturally plant-based, including the Kang Pajari, a curry made with banana peppers, pineapple, and tofu; the Laab HED Yang Jae, a popular salad filled with sautéed mushrooms; and the Sakoo HED, tapioca dumplings stuffed with shiitake mushrooms and a peanut, red chili, and cilantro filling. But many additional sides can be made vegan.
(Review from Phila. Inquirer): Early pioneers of vegan cuisine in Philly’s restaurant scene, James Beard-nominated chefs Rich Landau and Kate Jacoby place vegetables at the center of every dish at Vedge. You’ll often find tofu-based entrees, and the rare seitan-based dish, but veggies like cauliflower and eggplant triumph over faux meat in dishes ranging from tacos to dan dan noodles to rutabaga fondue. It’s an upscale experience that, even if to be had by takeout, deserves a dessert course. Almost always on the menu: cheesecake equally as rich and creamy as the real deal.
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Vedge
1221 Locust St(Review from Phila. Inquirer): Early pioneers of vegan cuisine in Philly’s restaurant scene, James Beard-nominated chefs Rich Landau and Kate Jacoby place vegetables at the center of every dish at Vedge. You’ll often find tofu-based entrees, and the rare seitan-based dish, but veggies like cauliflower and eggplant triumph over faux meat in dishes ranging from tacos to dan dan noodles to rutabaga fondue. It’s an upscale experience that, even if to be had by takeout, deserves a dessert course. Almost always on the menu: cheesecake equally as rich and creamy as the real deal.
(Review from Phila Inquirer): This corner South Philly bakery and cafe offers all vegan-pastries, as well as savory breakfast and lunch options through partnerships with Tattooed Mom and other vegan-friendly vendors.
Batter & Crumbs Vegan Bakery and Cafe
1401 Reed St(Review from Phila Inquirer): This corner South Philly bakery and cafe offers all vegan-pastries, as well as savory breakfast and lunch options through partnerships with Tattooed Mom and other vegan-friendly vendors.
(Review from Phila Inquirer): 1401 S. 12th St. This vegan diner’s cake doughnuts strike that balance of crispy-on-the-outside and fluffy on-the-inside. The secret is Earth Balance, a plant-based butter that’s melted and mixed into the dough plus a splash of almond milk. You’ll find cinnamon sugar, plain glazed, and sprinkle-topped, chocolate-glazed doughnuts, alongside a rotating mix of doughnut holes always on the menu. Weekends bring specials like Lavender, Maple Walnut, and the Philly Creme, a chocolate-glazed doughnut filled with vegan cream cheese. If you’re looking to secure more than one, call ahead.
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The Tasty
1401 S 12th St(Review from Phila Inquirer): 1401 S. 12th St. This vegan diner’s cake doughnuts strike that balance of crispy-on-the-outside and fluffy on-the-inside. The secret is Earth Balance, a plant-based butter that’s melted and mixed into the dough plus a splash of almond milk. You’ll find cinnamon sugar, plain glazed, and sprinkle-topped, chocolate-glazed doughnuts, alongside a rotating mix of doughnut holes always on the menu. Weekends bring specials like Lavender, Maple Walnut, and the Philly Creme, a chocolate-glazed doughnut filled with vegan cream cheese. If you’re looking to secure more than one, call ahead.
Take out. The "Big Catch" is delicious. For those who don't like spicy sauce, ask for "Secret Sauce" instead. Super cool staff, too!
Big Catch Poke
Take out. The "Big Catch" is delicious. For those who don't like spicy sauce, ask for "Secret Sauce" instead. Super cool staff, too!
Favorite Spots in Philadelphia
Bok Bar
800 Mifflin StStunning city views on Ben Franklin Parkway from an elegant rooftop hotel lounge. The pictures here do not do justice to the view!
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Assembly Rooftop Lounge
1840 Benjamin Franklin PkwyStunning city views on Ben Franklin Parkway from an elegant rooftop hotel lounge. The pictures here do not do justice to the view!
Located in Center City, near city hall on Sampson Street . An oyster lover’s dream. Buck-a-shuck happy hours. Also, a great Mexican restaurant located right above it.
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Oyster House
1516 Sansom StLocated in Center City, near city hall on Sampson Street . An oyster lover’s dream. Buck-a-shuck happy hours. Also, a great Mexican restaurant located right above it.
Kimmel Cultural Campus
300 South Broad StreetFor those who love the orchestra, it doesn’t get much better than this!
Writer's Block Rehab
1342 Cypress StParc
227 S 18th StEl Vez
121 S 13th StMixto Restaurante
1141 Pine StThe seafood paella and the drinks, Costa Rica vibe!
Sightseeing
Home of the Philadelphia Eagles. Need I say more? :) 2 Miles from house, a quick drive, subway ride or walk.
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Lincoln Financial Field
One Lincoln Financial Field WayHome of the Philadelphia Eagles. Need I say more? :) 2 Miles from house, a quick drive, subway ride or walk.
Citizens Bank Park
1 Citizens Bank WayI-Center Yezibalo Yezwe
525 Arch StIziko le-Benjamin Franklin
317 Chestnut StThe Franklin Institute
222 North 20th StreetBoathouse Row
1 Boathouse RowBeautiful to see at night or take a jog/bike along river.
Indlu ka-Betsy Ross
239 Arch StHome of the American Flag.
Elfreth's Alley
126 Elfreth's AlleyQuaint cobblestones and the oldest street in Philadelphia.
Great food, shopping nearby and at the top of Broad Street.
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City Hall Visitor Center
1400 S Penn SquareGreat food, shopping nearby and at the top of Broad Street.