Zhong Gang
Neighborhood: Chinatown

127 N 10th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Michelle X. writes: Craving for a tapoica drink while in Philly's Chinatown...I stopped by here.  And boy did I regret it.

They have a variety of flavors including my usual - papaya milkshake. So I ordered one...BUT it did not taste like the papaya milkshakes I am use…

Mad River
Neighborhood: Olde City

126 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Kelly S. writes: Mad River is a big old bar in Olde City (on Chestnut between 2nd and Front Streets) that is pretty much a huge college bar.  The main age group is probably 21-27, heavily skewed toward the 21-year-old end of that spectrum.  I think it's a chain…

Anjou Restaurant
Neighborhood: Olde City

206 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Warren A. writes: I sat at a table outdoors and had a couple of Heinekens and a plate of vegetable rolls.  The service and presentation was pretty good, though the $3 happy hour beer (all bottles) wasn't much of a steal. I didn't see inside or get a full meal, but…

Jay's Elbow Room

73 High St
Rt 73
Maple Shade, NJ 08052

Kellie C. M. writes: I just referenced Jay's Elbow Room in another post and realized I never reviewed Jay's and that's a damned shame!  

You get from Jay's what you'd expect from a great dive bar: atmosphere, well-poured and cheap drinks and the BEST hot wings this side…

Powelton Properties
Neighborhood: Powelton Village

428 N 34th St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Jon L. writes: Powelton manages a bunch of houses and apartments in University City. I get the impression that they do most of their business with Drexel and Penn students. The claims I'll make about the business are based strictly on my experience as a renter in…

Hilton Hotel-Valley Forge

251 W Dekalb Pike
Ste A
King of Prussia, PA 19406

Joe T. writes: I never knew a Hilton can be so dirty beyond comprehension.  The hallways are so dim, gloomy and dirty that you feel like you are walking through a  dark alley w/ doors on each side.  The rooms....ARGH!   The staff is slow, uneducated and pathetic to…

Beijing Restaurant
Neighborhood: University City

3714 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Audra K. writes: Perfect, if you just survived Emily's spin class over at Penn's gym. We arrived ready to devour anything in sight and service was speedy, though they brought me chicken instead of shrimp... d'oh! I told them I was starved and asked them to bring some…

Super Fresh
Neighborhood: Pennsport

1851 S Columbus AVE
Philadelphia, PA 19102

kara p. writes: this place rules. they mark down day old beard. everything is clean. and theyre always playing classic rock when i go in. score.

Abner's of University City
Neighborhood: University City

3813 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

josh f. writes: Nothing beats a soggy, soggy cheese steak in the cold rainy philly winter. Good sandwich with onions and mushrooms here. They'll Gladly serve you as you stumble in all wet and frost bitten. Wait a minute before you take that first bite. Unlike other…

Jon's Bar & Grille
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

606 S 3rd St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Kelly S. writes: This place is okay.  I hung out here once in the dead of winter with crazy guys who wanted to sit outside, so I appreciated the outdoor heaters that they have.  The drinks were okay.  We didn't order dinner, just appetizers, and they were good.…

Kelliann's Tavern
Neighborhood: Spruce Hill, University City

4333 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Nate F. writes: I love a dive bar. In fact, a good dive is one of my favorite things ever. Kelliann's, however, is just sad and crappy - I fail to see any redeeming qualities. One of the douchier places in the neighborhood, for sure.
There's really no reason to go…

Ecco Qui
Neighborhood: Powelton Village

3200 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

A L. writes: I guess I wasn't as disappointed with this establishment as I had read these other Yelp reviews before going there!  It is conveniently located next to the student center for Drexel.  And if it is nice out, I could see the patio area being nice.…

Lounge 125
Neighborhood: Olde City

125 S. Second St
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Will D. writes: This place puts me in mind of evo's circa '99... The music is always on time.  The people look like they fell out of a m.u.s.c.l.e.s. multi pack (and not because they are fit--see children's toys) and you have to wear a goofy wrist band.  I gave 125…

Cavanaugh's River Deck
Neighborhood: Northern Liberties, Penn's Landing

417 N Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Lauren H. writes: I went here for my sisters Bach. party and it was awesome.  If you have 10 ppl. or more you can reserve a group discount.  I think it was $25 which includes free beer and mixed drinks till 1:00 am. Otherwise drinks are mucho expensive.  I live…

Chef's Market
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

231 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Aaron B. writes: I came down here because it was late and needed to pick up some chocolate to send out to my girlfriend in the morning.  I know there are better places out there for my needs, but since they were all closed, this was my option.  And it wasn't a bad…

Pontiac Grille
Neighborhood: Society Hill

304 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

kathleen t. writes: the last time i was here was well before the fancy pants remodeling. it was at a smallish show, and the upstairs bathroom had a leak.

which came through the ceiling onto the crowd.

every time that damn toilet upstairs flushed, dripdripdrip went the…

32 Degrees Lounge
Neighborhood: Olde City

10 S 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Dave H. writes: The bouncer was friendly and we didn't pay cover (it was early, a weeknight and/or they didn't charge that night). He checked our IDs and directed us upstairs.

32 Degrees isn't terribly large. It was somewhat crowded inside, especially around one of…

Wal-Mart
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1601 S Chrstphr Colmbs Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Caitlin C. writes: Okay so Wal-Mart isn't out to win any 'clean' or 'organized' or even 'least amount of homeless sleeping outside' award. BUT. You can get really good deals on electronics and some appliances.

One word: Wii

Blondie's Boutique
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

520 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Susan G. writes: Alright so the other two people who have reviewed this place have discussed the crap that they sell here.  
But what they didn't tell you is that they had a sale, or may even still have a sale going on....where you can buy two pair of shoes for…

Downey's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Penn's Landing

526 South Front St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

brian h. writes: There is a reason that I'm a regular here.  It starts with the location- it's really the anchor of South Street (one of the funkier parts of Philly). George (the tall grey haired man perched on the ice box behind the bar) is not only the best…

Bundy Typewriter & Computer Co
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1809 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Robert D. writes: In my experience, the service from this store can't be beat.  I'm in a wheelchair, so lugging  all my mac stuff in is not favorable.  NO PROB.  They have made a few house calls, always with success.  They don't do the hard sell either, even though…

Jomar

3525 I St
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Jon L. writes: My mom used to call this place "Junky Jomar," for even at the age of 11 or 12, I recognized Jomar as a great big house of crap. I think that was the original concept. I haven't been in there for years, but they used to carry all sorts of junk, from…

Cebu
Neighborhood: Olde City

123 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Stephanie M. writes: I can't speak for the food or crowd on a normal night at Cebu, since I went for a party following Philly Pride. But it seemed like a pretty cool place, at least to host a private event like this. The interior is pretty ornate (high painted ceilings,…

Fat Tuesday
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

431 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Caitlin C. writes: Tourist trap but also a really good time for locals on huge nights like Mardi Gras.

Drinks are incredibly expensive, however. One time I strolled in and they said a bottle of Heineken was $7. I went across the street to Tattooed Moms and got it for…

Sauce: Pizza and Wine Bar
Neighborhood: Washington Square West

941 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Nicole R. writes: This place has a serious identity crisis.  It's not that I don't think a pizza/wine bar is a viable idea, but what they're doing does not work very well.  They have a corner pizza store atmosphere down to the crappy pizzaria menu that we find in our…

Hats In the Belfry
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

245 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Caitlin C. writes: What a weird demographic this place is aiming to sell to. But it's really a fun place for Halloween and tourists I suppose.

Here you can find trendy stuff like Kangol or cowboy hats, but you'll also find the eccentric like a dunce cap, jester caps and…

Mokas Mediterranean Restaurant
Neighborhood: Powelton Village, University City

3505 Lancaster Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104

John P. writes: I saw a really great local band here once, and I thought it would be cool to bring a date here, since it was to a hookah bar , and she liked to smoke,  But when we got our food it was just average. It was like a gyro I've had from a food truck. Not…

Record Bar

1832 E Passyunk Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19148

Nicole R. writes: I really wanted this place to be cool.  From the outside and the name, it looks promising. Perhaps, I thought, they might actually have records.  Not that I have a turntable at the moment, but I like looking through vinyl, finding good things that…

JR's Pizza
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

20 S 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19176

Russ C. writes: I hate this place.  Their pizza isn't good and the service is terrible and rude.  They have a large seating area which is usually empty...always a bad sign.  Don't waste your time or money.

Stormin Norman
Neighborhood: Olde City

72 N 2nd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Russ C. writes: Look at the picture..and you can figure out what you're getting into.  Fake LV purses, Spongebob popcorn filled containers, Hot Wheels lunch boxes, assortment of nativity scene figures.  Stormin Norman buys crap and sells crap...he is your official…

Mandee Shops

21 Snyder Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19148

Jacquelin K. writes: Mandee, your store is a mecca for young (and perhaps old) would-be fashionistas who have ideas more grand than their bank accounts will allow.  This store is refreshingly spacious with a huge bank of windows up front and rack after rack of clothes,…

Vertical Reality Rock Climbing

67 E Kings Hwy
Maple Shade, NJ 08052

Frank A. writes: We had a most excellent time climbing there on a recent trip to New Jersey. The Manager really was very helpful and very friendly. I am a gym owner in Grand Rapids, MI (Higher Ground) and this seems like a very well run, clean gym. I would highly…

Powelton Pizza and Deli
Neighborhood: Powelton Village

3651 Lancaster Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Cristal C. writes: I'm an admin in the University City section of Philadelphia and I'm often called upon to order food for impromptu meetings or conferences.  I have my standard list and when people want pizza, wings or hoagies I call Brian at Powelton.
He's polite,…

Upstares At Varalli
Neighborhood: Avenue of the Arts South, Washington Square West

1343 Locust St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Deep K. writes: We went to Upstares at Varalli during restaurant week.

I have to agree that it may not serve authentic Italian cuisine but is definitely up there when it comes to service and food. We ordered the stuffed mushrooms(must try!!), the house salad, pasta…

G & G Junior Sportwear
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

The Gallery
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Caitlin C. writes: This store is so bad  . . . (how bad is it!!?!) . . . that although it's a large company, they don't even have a Web site. (That wasn't suppose to be a joke).

Polyester reigns supreme on the flimsy racks at G + G. Expect teeny boppers who are still…

Amici Noi
Neighborhood: Olde City

236 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Christie B. writes: We were visiting the area and were strolling around looking for somewhere to eat dinner and saw this restaurant and menu...looked good, so we took the plunge.  We had first-rate, fast service, and the NEW owner/manager was very attentive to us.  He…

Pita Pit
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1601 Sansom St
Philadelphia, PA 19195

Carrie E. writes: Thank you, kind sirs of Pita Pit, for making sure I had a healthy lunch that didn't consist of anything sugary. If not for you, I probably wouldn't make it through the rest of my day.

You greeted me warmly, explained the many, many choices I had (I…

Pep Boys Automotive Supercenters
Neighborhood: Powelton Village, University City

4101 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Jake P. writes: I called Pep Boys' corporate last year to let them know just how suspect this location/staff is.

Those scenes in movies, where it's time to pay the mechanic and says, "How much you got?" That's true of here.

Go to Pep Boys at 8a.m. some morning, and…