Things To Do

Amanda's Top 5 Philly Sandwich Spots

1. John's Roast Pork - this spot is for the foodies. It's located in a weird part of South Philly far from where tourists would wander. I highly recommend taking an Uber/Lyft to get here. You cannot go wrong with any of their cheesesteaks but my favorite is Roast Pork w/ Sharp Provolone & Spinach. 14 E Snyder Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148 - Get here early they close at 5PM! 2. Dalessandro's Steaks & Hoagies - I'm not a cheesesteak girl, but this is the best in the city. It lives on the outskirts of Center City in Roxborough (20-30 minute car ride from Center City). 600 Wendover St, Philadelphia, PA 19128 3. DiNic's located in Reading Terminal - Roast Pork Sandwich with Provolone & Broccoli Rabe 1136 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 4. Ba Le Bakery - Vietnamese banh mi 606 Washington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147 5. Ishkabibble's II - just greasy Philly style steaks. This is drunken good eats. 517 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Reading Terminal Market

One of America’s oldest markets this spot is a collective of artisan food vendors. The space is over 100 years old and some of Philly’s best food spots. Amanda used to frequent this weekly when she lived in the city. It was where her love for food began and holds such a special place in her heart. Recommended Eats: 1. DiNic's - One of the most superior sandwiches in Philly. Get the roast pork with provolone and broccoli rabe. 2. Luhv Vegan Deli - Rotating menu but all their sandwiches are delicious 3. Hershel's East Side Deli - Reuben or corned beef NY style 4. Beiler's Donuts - THE BEST donuts in Philadelphia. 5. Famous 4th St Cookie Company - just get the classic chocolate chip. They are warm and melt in your mouth. 6. Termini Bros - The best cannoli & Italian cookies 7. Bassett's Ice Cream 8. Molly Malloy’s - sit down Bar & Food in the Terminal

Chinatown

Recommended Restaurants: 1. Nanzhou Hand Drawn Noodle - Authentic hand pulled noodles 2. Penang - Malaysian 3. Emei - Spicy Szechuan 4. Nomwah - Dim Sum 5. Chubby Cattle - Hot pot 6. Yakitori Boy - Japanese style tapas & karaoke 7. David's Mai Lai Wah - Late night dive-y Chinese food 8. Ray's Cafe & Tea House - Best lunch spot for dumplings 9. A La Mousse - Dessert house 10. Pho Xe Lua - Vietnamese classics 11. Vietnam Restaurant - Quaint & classy Vietnamese fare 12. Heung Fa Chun Sweet House - Silken tofu 13. Ken’s Seafood - no frills traditional Chinese style seafood. Open LATE. 14. Chinatown Square - Food court style with lots of selection 15. Spice C - another hand drawn noodle house, a little more trendy than Nan Zhou 16. Yi Pin - Eclectic Szechuan style and skewered northern Chinese BBQ

Rittenhouse Square

One of Amanda's favorite parks in the city! Located in one of the ritzy neighborhoods of Center City, it's a great place to people watch or grab a glass of wine and dine Al Fresco. Recommended Restaurants: 1. PARC - French bistro style 2. a.kitchen - New American 3. Lacroix @ The Rittenhouse - FINE Dining 4. Monk's Cafe - Belgian beer institution 5. Butcher Bar - Meat & Booze 6. The Dandelion - British pub style 7. Bar Bombón - Vegan Latin American 8. The Goat - Gastropub 9. Village Whiskey - Gourmet pub style 10. Veda - Modern Indian 11. Ateethi - Casual Indian and Family owned

Gayborhood & Midtown

This area will always deliver a good time! In the heart of center city it’s about 3-4 block from City Hall. Very concentrated with bars and restaurants and a stone’s throw from Chinatown. Recommended hangs 1. Vintage - Wine bar (order the mussels) 2. Charlie was a Sinner. - Vegan & Bomb ass cocktails 3. Locust Bar - dive with good vibe 4. Strangelove’s - intimate and cozy bar 5. Sampan - asian fusion food & drink 6. Green Eggs - breakfast/brunch spot 7. Federal Donuts - Fried chicken and donuts 8. Double Knot - Japanese 9. Bud & Marilyn’s - Americana 10. El Vez - Trendy Mexican 11. Kanella - Greek BYOB 12. Amma’s - Fancy South Indian

Old City & Liberty Bell

Walk the historic streets of Philadelphia, where our founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence. Experience the cobblestone roads where Ben Franklin established the Junto and where Betsy Ross sewed the original American flag for the 13 colonies. Philadelphia is the richest when it comes to America's history. Recommended Stops: 1. Betsy Ross House 2. Liberty Bell 3. Independence Hall (hosted the creation of The Constitution & Declaration of Independence) 4. Betsy Ross House 5. Elfreth’s Alley - America's Oldest Street Recommended Eats 1. Han Dynasty - Szechuan style & the best Dan Dan noodles 2. Amada - Chef Jose Garces, Spanish style cuisine 3. Tuna Bar - Modern Japanese 4. Raddichio Cafe - traditional Italian 5. Royal Boucherie - French inspired 6. Sassafrass - Eccentric 19th Century atmosphere 7. Franklin Fountain - Old school style ice cream 8. Cafe Couleur - Banh mi & Coffee

Breakfast & Brunch

Recommended Spots: 1. Sabrina’s Cafe - Art Museum or UCity, Traditional breakfast offerings with a little flare 2. Cafe Lift - Solid pancakes 3. Green Eggs Cafe - Get the red velvet pancakes! 4. Comfort & Floyd - Charming and quaint 5. Le Pain Quotidien - Solid pastries 6. Talula’s Daily - Farm to table 7. Cafe La Maude - French/Lebanese inspired 8. Silk City Diner - order the chicken fried steak 9. Harper’s Garden - hip & chic warehouse vibes 10. 4th St Delicatessen- Jewish deli style this place has been open for 100 years! All the Good Bagel Spots (quick & easy). Bagels are a big deal in Philly and the northeast in general. We take them very seriously for all those in the South that never had a proper bagel. Amanda’s recommendation is toasted everything bagel with veg cream cheese, lox, capers, cucumbers and red onions! 1. Spread Bagelry 2. Schmear It 3. Knead Bagels 4. Kismet Bagels 5. Philly Bagels

Philadelphia Museum of Art

This was one of the first places Push and Amanda went on a date in Philadelphia!

Rivers Casino Philadelphia

Live! Philadelphia

Casino & Sports betting near the Linc Financial Field & Citizen's Bank Ballpark

Eastern State Penitentiary

Get your spook on and visit this infamous haunted prison!

Pat's King of Steaks VS Geno's Steaks

A note on Pat's King of Steaks & Geno's Steaks - This is a tourist destination in South Philly. Typically seen on food shows and travel blogs. I'm not a fan, but it's also bucket list for most people visiting Philly. Make sure you follow the instructions on how to order. When in doubt just say the type of cheese you want and "wit" or "wit-out" onions. "Lemme get a whiz wit." Make sure to have cash to pay!