Bring big appetite for Philadelphia fare.SEAT A Philadelphia Inquirer Philadelphia Inquirer Morning newspaper, long one of the most influential dailies in the eastern U.S. Founded in 1847 as the Pennsylvania Inquirer, it took its present name c. 1860. It was a strong supporter of the Union in the American Civil War. food writer at the same table with a Philadelphia Daily News The Philadelphia Daily News is a tabloid newspaper that began publishing on March 31, 1925, under founding editor Lee Ellmaker. In its early years, it was dominated by crime stories, sports and sensationalism. By 1930, daily circulation of the morning paper exceeded 200,000. restaurant critic and what do you get? A smorgasbord of great suggestions for places to eat while attending the NCEW NCEW National Conference of Editorial Writers conference in September, that's what That's What is one of the more idiosyncratic releases by solo steel-string guitar artist Leo Kottke. It is distinctive in it's jazzy nature and "talking" songs ("Buzzby" and "Husbandry"). . "What a great opportunity this is," says Maria Gallagher of the Daily News, joined by the Inquirer's Elaine Tait. "I've always wanted to tell some editors where to go." As Gallagher cautions from the start, many may be under the misimpression mis·im·pres·sion n. A faulty or mistaken impression. that Philadelphia has but one restaurant, and its name is Bookbinders. In reality, the city has more than 400. Two are Old Original Bookbinders and Bookbinder's Seafood House, and only one is run by the Bookbinder book·bind·ing n. The art, trade, or profession of binding books. book  bind family. Both are expensive and, she notes, have
been joined by many more exciting places over the past two decades.
Gallagher's recommendations, then, for tasting Philadelphia: * The classic cheesesteak The cheesesteak, known outside the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area as the Philadelphia cheesesteak, Philly cheesesteak, or steak and cheese is a sandwich principally of thinly sliced pieces of steak and melted cheese on a long roll. . Pat's King of Steaks Pat's King of Steaks (also known as Pat's Steaks) is a Philadelphia restaurant located at the intersection of 9th Street, Wharton & Passyunk Avenues in south Philadelphia. History Pat's King of Steaks was founded by Pat and Harry Olivieri in 1930. at 9th and Passyunk in South Philadelphia South Philadelphia, nicknamed "South Philly," is the section of Philadelphia bounded by South Street to the north, the Delaware River to the east and south, and the Schuylkill River to the west. South Philadelphia is coterminous with the zip codes 19145, 19146, 19147, and 19148. is the most atmospheric spot. You saw it in Rocky. Open 24 hours a day. Not the best cheesesteak in town, but the one everyone talks about. The blue collar worker's Bookbinder's. * Chinatown. This area bounded by Vine Street
* Exotic. The eight-course Moroccan feast runs about $20 at Fez Fez: see Fès, Morocco. , located at 620 South 2nd Street (215/925-5367). Belly dancing on weekends. * Best in town. Nationally known Le Bec-Fin at 1523 Walnut (215/567-1000) is one of the most expensive tabs in town, but you can visit without spending a fortune. Its elegant downstairs bar serves entrees for $14 and under, but beware of the $7.50 wine by the glass. Or you can simply share a dessert sampler and coffee for two for less than $12. You'll get the same sweets that the big cigars upstairs are having. * Unique favorites. Casual places with eclectic food and great personality include Judy's at 3rd and Bainbridge (215/928-1968), Knave of Hearts Knave of Hearts “stole the tarts” made by Queen of Hearts. [Nurs. Rhyme: Baring Gould, 152] See : Thievery at 230 South Street (215/922-3956), Alex on South at 636 South (215/925-7800), and L'Osteria dell'Artista at 114 North 3rd (215/922-5595). The last has no liquor license; bring your own wine. * Rittenhouse Square. Fancy Rittenhouse Square types flock to Carolina's at 261 South 20th Street (215/545-1000) for yuppie comfort food like meat loaf with garlic mashed potatoes and the most extraordinary crab cakes. * Outdoor cafe. The most popular one in town is at Marabella's, 1700 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Benjamin Franklin Parkway is a scenic avenue that runs through the cultural heart of the U.S. city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Parkway serves as an integral part of the Museum District of Philadelphia. (215/981-5555). Drinks and dining. * Wines by the glass. Ristorante Panorama in the Penn's View Inn, 14 North Front Street at Market, offers 120 varieties, along with live jazz piano. * Something for everyone. The Reading Terminal Market at 12th and Arch Streets -- right in the middle of the city's new Convention Center -- is where all Philadelphia eats lunch, buys take-out dinner, and shops for groceries. It's open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. More than 100 merchants. Sample soul food, fried oysters, sushi, Chinese stir-fry, steamed lobsters, pasta salads, veggie burgers, Mexican food, locally made ice cream, fresh hot pretzels. The city's best hoagie is here at the Salumeria stand. Feasts for sore feet Elaine Tait, bless her, considered your sore feet in making her recommendations. All are within walking distance of Sheraton Society Hill, and she includes a rating on cost. * Dmitri's. Located at 795 South 3rd Street at Catherine (215/625-0556). Philadelphia's smallest seafood restaurant serves super-fresh fish in a no-frills simple setting. Inexpensive. * Dickens Inn. Located at 421 South 2nd Street between Pine and Lombard (215/928-9307). This cozy bit of old England owned by a Dickens descendant offers decent food and drinks. Moderate prices. * Downey's. Located at 526 South Front Street (215/625-9500). The city's most successful Irish pub has a wide following that includes local sports figures. Moderate prices. * Eli's Pier 34. Located at 735 South Delaware Avenue near Fitzwater Street (215/923-2500). Delaware River pier-turned-restaurant serves hearty seafood and barbecue specialties. Moderate prices. * Cafe Nola. Located at 328 South Street between 3rd and 4th (215/627-2590). A good-times place with an interesting Cajun-Creole-Italian menu. Moderate prices. * Monte Carlo Living Room. Located at 150 2nd Street at South Street (215/925-2220). Upscale Italian fare in an appropriately swell setting. Expensive prices. So there you have it, the critics' choice. Whenever possible, call for reservations. And enjoy. |
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