If you’re a fan of Bob’s Burgers, you may recognize the reference to this new taco-centric restaurant in Fishtown which will pay a tribute of sorts to Tina Ruth Belcher, the eldest daughter of the show’s main protagonist. Tina’s Tacos, a new taqueria located at 2327 E. York Street, has opened its doors to 50% … Continue reading
UPDATE (10-16-2019): ICYMI Sergeant York is definitely now closed. It closed pretty quietly, too. I only noticed because of new traffic to this blog post and decided to check-in. Apparently no big loss to the owners or neighborhood. Carry on, Fishtown. A recent article online at PhillyVoice.com was inaccurately interpreted by readers to suggest that … Continue reading
If you’re still looking for a last minute gift for that foodie in your life, why not consider a Philadelphia Food Tour? Here are several good ones you shouldn’t miss. Chinatown Food Tours Chinatown Food Tours is a 2 to 2 ½ walking and eating tour of the popular neighborhood curated by Jamie Shankar. Within a three-block … Continue reading
From the mid-80s into the early 2000s, the Godfather of the Philadelphia nightlife scene was David Cohen, who ran the darkly exciting legendary after-hours club REVIVAL and later the enormously popular and infamous Club EVOLUTION. David also created the American Craft Brew Festival series and Jake & Oliver’s House of Brews, a 60 Tap Micro Brew … Continue reading
The Fishtown Neighbors Association and Tioga-Franklin Savings Bank are proud to announce the 11th Annual RiverCity Festival, taking place on Saturday, October 13 from 12:00pm – 6:00pm in Fishtown’s historic Penn Treaty Park. Through this exciting fall festival, the Fishtown Neighbors Association and Tioga-Franklin Savings Bank aim to build and strengthen relationships within the Fishtown community, promote … Continue reading
Young Friends of the Preservation Alliance is excited to host Retro Roadmap’s Mod Betty for a book launch and happy hour to celebrate her most recent Retro Roadmap: Mod Betty’s Guide to Philadelphia. Mod Betty aka Beth Lennon, travels throughout the US highlighting authentic vintage businesses and attractions across the country via her online blog, videos, … Continue reading
We already know that Fishtown is Philadelphia’s hottest neighborhood. There’s no sense in denying it. Forbes said so. The New York Times Loves Fishtown. Two years ago, Bon Appetit said you could find the Best Sandwich of the Year at Fishtown’s Philly Style Bagels. There’s been tons of other national press, but I digress. The … Continue reading
Have you been curious to try Trio’s Fresh Italian at 342 W Girard Ave? Here’s $5 off your order of $30 or more compliments of AtmosFi and Philly Grub. Use code “AtmosFi5” at checkout to get $5 off your order of $30 or more at Trios Fresh Italian. Place your order HERE! Marilyn JohnsonThe Doyenne … Continue reading
Nibble+squeak, the popular dining club for parents with pipsqueaks, has officially arrived in the City of Brotherly Love. The organization will be hosting the first of four upcoming local events on Saturday, December 9th at acclaimed Wm. Mulherin’s Sons. The company has networks in 10 major cities (including New York, London, Los Angeles and most … Continue reading
Shoo Fry will be serving a Thanksgiving Poutine to benefit the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia throughout the month of November. The Thanksgiving Poutine special is $10 and features turkey, stuffing, cheese curds, gravy and cranberry sauce on your choice of sweet potato tots, classic tots, or classic fries. It will be available at both Shoo … Continue reading
