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November 4, 2023
Philadelphia, PA

Sarah & David

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Our favorite museums, parks, bars and restaurants!

Independence National Historical Park

Philadelphia, PA 19106
, (215) 965-2305

The Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Constitution Center and many more historical buildings, markers and museums make up this walk through history! (Old City)

Betsy Ross House

239 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
, +1 215-629-4026

A walkthrough museum celebrating Betsy Ross, one of the most influential women of the revolution! One of our favorite museums in the city! (Old City)

The Mütter Museum at The College of Physicians of Philadelphia

19 South 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
, (215) 560-8564

A uniquely Philly medical museum that's a part of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia. The Mutter Museum displays beautifully preserved collections of anatomical specimens, models, and medical instruments in a 19th-century “cabinet museum” setting. (Center City West)

Philadelphia Museum of Art

2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130
, (215) 763-8100

An iconic institution and a must visit for the art-inclined individual. Walk up the famous steps and if you want to feel like a real tourist - take a photo with the Rocky statute! (Fairmount)

Reading Terminal Market

51 North 12th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
, (215) 922-2317

Since 1892, Reading Terminal Market is one of the USA's most iconic public markets. A foodie paradise with many great eats ranging from Philadelphia classics to ethnic cuisines! (East Market)

Suraya Restaurant

1528 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19125
, +1 215-302-1900

A delicious Lebanese restaurant that will transport you straight to Beirut! One of the best restaurant experiences to be had in Philly. Reservations recommend. (Fishtown, $$$)

Pizzeria Beddia

1313 North Lee Street, Philadelphia, 19125
, +1 267-928-2256

Joe Beddia started his Philadelphia pizza empire in a small storefront on Girard Ave(Pizza Shackamaxon's current location). His new restaurant still slings out his award winning pizza and has a full bar and menu. This is our favorite "date night pizza" in Philly. (Fishtown, $$)

Kalaya Thai Kitchen

4 West Palmer Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19125
, +1 215-545-2535

Incredible Thai food from one of the best chefs in Philadelphia. Reservations recommended. (Fishtown, $$$)

Fishtown Social

1525 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125

One of our favorite wine centric bars in Philly! It doubles as a bottle shop and has an excellent selection of wines! (Fishtown, $$)

El Bar

1356 North Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
, (215) 634-6430

Fan of a good dive bar? This is our favorite. Don’t be alarmed by the legs hanging from the ceiling. (Fishtown, $)

Mural City Cellars

2146 E Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
, (215) 240-1318

An urban winery - this adorable winery is ran by a sweet and personable couple. Dave enjoys their red and Sarah loves their Pet Nat. (East Kensington, $$)

Punch Buggy Brewing Company

1445 North American Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122

An adorable and awesome nano-brewery - this is Dave and Sarah's favorite brewery in Philly. In addition to their beer selection, they have a small comfort food menu, which includes Barvarian pretzels and grilled cheese sandwiches. (Olde Kensington, $)

Love City Brewing

1023 Hamilton Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123

One of our go-to breweries, Love City has a great variety of quality beers and they also offer wine and cocktails. They run a regular food truck rotation of some of the best up and coming concepts in Philly! (Callowhill, $$)

Tom's Dim Sum

59 North 11th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107
, +1 215-923-8880

From the original chef that helped put Dim Sum Garden on the map, Toms Dim Sum is our go to for dumplings and dim sum dishes. (Chinatown, $$)

Zahav

237 Saint James Place, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
, +1 215-625-8800

Critically acclaimed Israeli restaurant located next to the Old City Downtown Marriott! Offering a full tasting menu, this is one of Philly's best dining experiences. Reservations recommended. (Society Hill, $$$$)

The Olde Bar

125 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
, +1 215-253-3777

Our favorite happy hour in Old City! Happy hour priced beer, wine, and appetizers such as oysters from 4pm to 6pm. (Old City, $$)

Fat Salmon Sushi

719 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, 19106
, +1 215-928-8881

Great Sushi located right near our venue and Old City! - (Washington Square, $$)

Khyber Pass Pub

56 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
, +1 215-238-5888

Our favorite tavern in Old City! Good pub food and a great beer selection. (Old City, $)

McGillin's Olde Ale House

1312 Drury Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107
, +1 215-735-5562

Our favorite place to watch our beloved Philadelphia Eagles(Go Birds!! 🦅🦅🦅) Order a pitcher and join in on the fight song played through the speakers each time a touchdown is scored. (Midtown Village, $$)

Monk's Cafe

264 South 16th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102
, +1 215-545-7005

A Belgium brewpub where you can find an incredible selection of beer! (Rittenhouse Square, $$)

Angelo's Pizzeria

736 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19147
, +1 215-922-0000

The best Cheesesteak in Philadelphia and one of the best pizzas. Call before you go. Godspeed trying to get through before your first 6 call attempts but it's 100% worth it. (Bella Vista, $$)

Grace and Proper

941 South 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19147

A Euro corner bar/cafe with a Portuguese focus! Enjoy Super Bock on draft, Bifana(Portuguese Pork sandwich) and Pastel de Natas to your hearts content! (Bella Vista, $$)

Barcelona Wine Bar

1709 East Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19148
, +1 215-515-7900

A Spanish tapas restaurant with a great wine selection! One of our favorite date nights in Philly! (East Passyunk, $$$)

Casa Mexico

1134 South 9th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19147
, +1 267-470-1464

Excellent Mexican food made by a James Beard award winner. - (Passyunk Square, $$)

Stogie Joe's Tavern

1801 East Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19148
, +1 215-463-3030

A fun, South Philly cash only bar with good bar food. (East Passyunk, $)

King's Road Brewing Company, Haddonfield

131 Kings Highway East, Haddonfield, New Jersey 08033
, +1 856-427-8100

Located in Haddonfield, NJ - Kings Road is a short PATCO ride to visit. Great beer and also the place where this love story started, yes, this is where we met. (Haddonfield, NJ, $)

The Little Hen

220 Kings Highway East, Haddonfield, NJ 08033

A small 18 person dining room churning out some of the best French cuisine in South Jersey and the Philadelphia region! Located right in Downtown Haddonfield, a quick walk from the PATCO.(Haddonfield, NJ, $$$)

Verona Ristorante

141 Kings Highway East, Haddonfield, New Jersey 08033
, +1 856-446-2126

A wonderful neighborhood Italian restaurant! A BYO with an old world Italian feel located right in downtown Haddonfield, not far from the PATCO Speedline. (Haddonfield, NJ, $$)

Il Fiore

693 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, New Jersey 08108
, +1 856-833-0808

One of the best Italian restaurants in the region - Il Fiore is a BYOB with an old world feel serving classic Italian dishes. Reservations recommended. (Collingswood, NJ, $$)

Sagami Japanese Restaurant

37 Crescent Boulevard, Collingswood, 08108
, +1 856-854-9773

One of the best restaurants in South Jersey/Philadelphia metro. A Tokyo-style Japanese restaurant that's been making the best Japanese cuisine in South Jersey since the 1970s. If you're making your way over the bridge to New Jersey, this is a must. (Collingswood, NJ, $$)

Donkey's Place

1223 Haddon Avenue, Camden, New Jersey 08103
, +1 856-966-2616

One of our favorite Cheesesteaks and a legendary institution! Donkeys is the late Anthony Bourdain's favorite Cheesesteak! Served on a Poppyseed Kaiser Roll with caramelized onions, american cheese and plenty of rib eye steak. Donkeys has a full bar and character for days! (Camden, NJ, $) Please note: The hours are not typical so please check in advance before visiting. Donkeys is located in a economically depressed neighborhood in Camden (Standard city rules apply). If you're not comfortable with that, then visiting Donkey's might not be the adventure for you.

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