Getting into the city early? Here is a list of handpicked selections of some of our favorite spots in Philadelphia.
La Colombe Coffee Roasters
1335 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125, (267) 479-1600
Need a caffeine fix near the venue? Check out La Colombe's flagship store on Frankford Ave.
Garage Fishtown
100 East Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125, (215) 515-3167
On the corner of Girard and Frankford Ave is this spacious bar home to three skeeball machines. Be sure to challenge the reigning champion and father of the bride, Scott Hayden.
Barcade
1114 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125, (215) 634-4400
A wide array of draft beers and an even bigger collection of classic arcade games.
Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130, (215) 278-7000
Rendezvous with the mother of the bride, Laura Hayden, at the Barnes Museum.
Art Museum Steps
Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130, (215) 763-8100
Test your strength on the iconic Art Museum steps that were made famous by the Rocky movies.
Royal Sushi & Izakaya
780 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147, (267) 909-9002
Sonja's favorite restaurant in the city. Premier sushi and a wide selection of sake.
Jaxon BYOB
701 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123, (215) 922-2621
Greg's favorite restaurant in the city. Quaint elevated American restaurant that prides itself on sourcing local ingredients.
Frankford Hall
1210 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125, (215) 634-3338
Fancy a stein or a Bavarian pretzel? This German beer hall is located a 5 min walk from the venue in Fishtown.