Best Buy

2300 S Christopher Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19148

Susan L. writes: Let me set the stage:

I am a graduate student, living 1000+ miles away from my host graduate program.  My entire world is on my laptop, which I faithfully back up weekly/daily/hourly depending on if I'm working on my dissertation or just playing…

Custard Stand In Maple Shade

340 W Main St
Maple Shade, NJ 08052

Lisa G. writes: I cannot believe I am the first person to review this place.  Okay, the custard stand has been in Maple Shade longer than I've been alive.  It is a landmark.  Years ago they were only open in the summer, but they are open all year round.  They do…

Vamp
Neighborhood: Manayunk, Roxborough

4231 Main St
Philadelphia, PA 19127

Kimberly P. writes: After being sent on a wild goose hunt looking for the only consignment store in Manayunk, my expectations were very high for Vamp. Vamp did not fail me. In fact, it exceeded my expectations and I can honestly admit that I have fallen in love with…

Peter's Diner

1741 Black Horse Pike
Williamstown, NJ 08094

Jenna C. writes: I come from South Jersey: the land of diners.  But until Peter's opened, my town was only a one-diner town... and really, no town can survive that way.  Before there was Peter's there was just Geets (which except for a very brief period of my teens…

Three Monkeys Cafe
Neighborhood: Torresdale

9645 James St
Philadelphia, PA 19114

Kelly S. writes: Three Monkeys Cafe is a bright spot in a neighborhood devoid of cool places to hang out.  It's located on James Street, just off of State Road (near the City Line in the far Northeast) and directly across the street from the SEPTA R7 Torresdale…

Liberty Lands Park
Neighborhood: Northern Liberties

913-961 N 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19176

Susan G. writes: Ahhh how I love our parks in this city.  Maybe it's because we have so few of them that I appreciate them so fully.  My puppy Benjamin really appreciates it too.  
When moving is involved one of the things I usually investigate are the parks, I need…

Bump
Neighborhood: Washington Square West

1234 Locust St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Sam P. writes: Oy, what is with gay bars and these tragic double entendre names?  I mean, are they basically encouraging you to dance AND do coke here?  And I'm no interior designer, but it seems to me if you're going to have a - ahem - bumpin' bar going, you might…

PetNovations, Inc

989 Old Eagle School Road
Suite 811
Wayne, PA 19087

John F. writes: Akfkh alanngju skhfffffff ...... ok my original idea of letting Cougar my cat write the review did not work out so well...  I guess I will have to write this myself, but let me tell you Cougar LOVES this product and this company for developing it!…

Stoney Creek Veterinary Hospital

701 Kedron Ave
Morton, PA 19070

Evann G. writes: I heart Dr. Warner. He's fantastic. The entire staff is really great, actually -- you can tell they truly love animals, which you'd think would be a prerequisite for ANY veterinary office, but I've been to a few where that sentiment was definitely…

Cherry Hill Volvo

State Highway 70 N
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

eliza b. writes: volvo for life!
my family is comprised of post-yuppies and pre-yuppies, and has owned at least 10 volvos, and they were all bought here. honest mechanics, good customer service, decent hours, helpful over the phone... what more could you really ask…

Trio Cold Cuts

1248 MacDade Blvd
Woodlyn, PA 19094

Mettlesmertz T. writes: Trio Cold Cuts & Sandwich Pub is the best deli in southern Delaware County and maybe in the whole county.  "Why?" you may ask. Three words - clean, fresh and tasty.  The owner is a stickler for cleanliness which translates into high customer volume…

Beauty Parlour at Patel Bazaar

35 S White Horse Pike
Stratford, NJ 08084

Nim V. writes: So you ask.. how did I turn into a  Dorothy Dandridge Goddess lookalike? ..  Or, more frankly, from a bear to a non-bear?  ;)  This Indian salon-- my friends have been trying to get in on this so here it is:

If there is one thing India prides more…

Doggie Style
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

1635 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Lori H. writes: Doggy Style ended up on my poop list last year when they lost their regular groomer and kept rescheduling our dog's appointment.  They are back in good standing this summer as Monty has gotten his hair cut twice there.  Monty is a large dog (~75…

Chapterhouse Cafe & Gallery
Neighborhood: Washington Square West

620 S 9th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Anthony P. writes: The cool recent reviews brought me in.

I entered, saw a tattooed, multi-pierced, black shirt and jeans-attired barista, braced myself for the typical snooty hipster-clerk begrudged acknowledgment of my presence - BUT NO!

Maddy (sp?) was super amiable…

Pure
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Fitler Square

500 S 22nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19146

Charlie K. writes: I love this place! I have to agree with Susan G., the staff is really great, the flowers are beautiful and last forever, and the vases are amazing. I love the home stuff as well. I got an stunning Buddha head for 45 bucks. Ask for Mike, the owner, to…

Village Pretzels

36 S York Rd
Hatboro, PA 19040

Heather M. writes: MAN! Nothing makes me more nostalgic of Philly culture than well... the Art Museum... but that always leads to talking about cheesesteaks and then well... it's the soft pretzel talk.  And let's just be serious.  No one makes better soft pretzels than…

Asia @ Cafe
Neighborhood: Bella Vista

1030 S 8th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Susan G. writes: Alright...I'm sharing my secret...please do not abuse this place...because I eat here all the time!

This place has a great mix of Asian cuisines, I love them.  I'm going to say this...and you are not going to believe me...but, they have the most…

Dunkin Donuts
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Avenue of the Arts North, Market East

1 E Penn Sq
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Steve L. writes: I know it sounds lame but I'm a big fan of Dunkin' Donuts. I took it for granted all my life until I started spending a lot of time on the West Coast. No Dunkin Donuts out here. Compare it to Boston where there are two on every block and the East…

Xochitl
Neighborhood: Society Hill

408 S Second St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Lauren G. writes: If you're looking for a review of the food at Xochitl (so-cheet), don't look at this poor kid. I can't afford to eat here. Don't get me wrong, after seeing sizzling plates of peppers and meat and cheese go by at this place, I'm dying to try the food.…

Somsak Thai Cuisine

200 White Horse Rd E
Voorhees, NJ 08043

Harper J. writes: Food is FANTASTIC.
any special occasion, we're there celebrating.
Duck panang is my husbands #1 dish of all times.
BYOB and on weekends make a reservation!

Chick's Tavern

231 E 4th St
Bridgeport, PA 19405

Jocelyn P. writes: Chick's is a hometown bar with hometown people.  The regulars will be there, yes, but they won't exclude you.  Their mussels really are as good as everyone says they are, so don't be offended by the pride.  I've eaten many meals here, had many beers,…

Annie B's Confections

66 Walker Ln
Newtown, PA 18940

Hilary S. writes: Annie B's did our wedding cake. It looked great, but more importantly, it tasted AMAZING. People told us it was the best wedding cake they had ever had.  You will not be disappointed!

Very Bad Horse

221 Vine St
Apt 15
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Laurel M. writes: Very Bad Horse is the place to go if you want some Very Rockin' Denim.
The ultra funky boutique is owned by Kim Montenegro who also has her hands in designing some of the absolutely fabulous pieces filling the space.  The labels include…

Chadds Ford Inn

Rts 1 & 100
Chadds Ford, PA 19317

Kimberly J. writes: I'm reviewing two things at once here. The inn and then Brandwine Prime that is part of the Inn, but detached and on the main road.

The reason I stayed here was because I was traveling for business and the hotel down the road was full. LUCKY ME! The…

Marathon Grill
Neighborhood: Market East

10th and Walnut
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Claire Y. writes: Great food at affordable prices.  I thoroughly enjoyed my awesome tomato, basil, and mozzarella omelette with piping hot french fries at 1 pm in the middle of a busy day in downtown Philadelphia.

Loved the casual, welcoming ambiance.

Classic Lighting Emporium the
Neighborhood: Olde City

62 N 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Susan G. writes: Work demanded my presence at this place this past week and I have to say what a fantastic little gem!
I love antiques...love them.  So I'll put that out there first.  They have just the largest selection of antique lighting I've ever seen!  Beautiful…

Sweat Fitness
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

200 S 24th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Alexandra T. writes: This is the only Sweat location I have been to, though comparing it to other facilities in Center City, I found it to be sufficient as to what they offer however on the small side & humid as hell!

The locker rooms are more dingy than Bally's on…

Sparacino-Mens
Neighborhood: Market East

115 S. 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Karl M. writes: I buy so much of my clothing at Sparacino!  They have the most fantastic taste in cool tee shirts (just about the only thing I ever wear), and the prices are reasonable.  They also have a cool selection of bags and accessories.  

The staff is also…

Taws Presentation Plus
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

1527 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Lori H. writes: I used Bear Leis at Taws after being recommended by my graphic designer Meei Ling Ng (www.mlingstudio.com).  Taws printed my brochures and the service was fairly priced and Bear and his crew had incredibly fast turnaround time on my job.  I liked…

Whole Foods
Neighborhood: Washington Square West

929 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Adam C. writes: Please, please, please! Stop pestering the poor hard-working people who run this expensive organic establishment. You picky yuppies who constantly attack them for not carrying a certain item or confusing them with your vegan thesaurus because you…

Tavern 17
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

220 S 17th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Ryan C. writes: Kudos to the Radisson Plaza for putting a few coin behind a redesign of their restaurant. I'm often times disappointed that compared to it's big brother 99 miles north east (NYC), Philly has yet to fully steer their culinary scene both big and small…

Coquette Bistro
Neighborhood: Queen Village

700 S 5th St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Ryan C. writes: I'm impressed by the look of this bistro and raw bar that has much in common with the raw bars about 99 miles NE. All of the beautiful raw specialties are showcased in ice and glass right by the small but serviceable bar area. The outdoor seating…

Firehouse Bicycles
Neighborhood: Cedar Park

701 S 50th St
Philadelphia, PA 19143

Nate F. writes: Easily my favorite bike shop in the city.  The friendly anarchist folks who run the place are always helpful, no matter how busy or crowded the shop is at the time.  Prices are fair, certainly cheaper than other places around.  Ever changing stock of…

The Legendary Blue Horizon
Neighborhood: Avenue of the Arts North

1314 N. Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19121

Wallspro S. writes: One of the most fun events/venues i've been to in the city.

I had never been to a boxing match and came to this with a bunch of people from work. Got drunk for cheap, ate hot dogs and watched a bunch of guys (and two girls) punch the hell out of…

Frusco's Steak Shop
Neighborhood: Mayfair, Tacony

7220 Frankford Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19135

Matt R. writes: Not bad at all.  Didn't have time to hit one of the Center City steak shops (couldn't even find an Olivieri's), but on the way up I-95 toward NJ and NY, we had to find something. A fuzzy map of Philly remained in my head after all this time, so I…

Jim's Steaks

431 N 62nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19151

Stephanie C. writes: GREAT! lots of meat and i like the way they chop up the meat...you can add mushrooms and onions if you want which make the cheesesteak taste so much better! Anyone that visits me here will definitely expect a visit to Jim's!

PHLASH
Neighborhood: Market East

12th Street & Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Julie D. writes: Okay, okay, I know.  After reading the reviews for Philly transportation, it's hard to believe that PHLASH service is worthy of 5 stars.  But, in my book,  it is!!  This IS the best way to get around Philly.  There are 20 "key" stop locations which…