Outdoor Spaces: Lou Bird’s Sidewalk Pavilion
Outdoor Dining / Outdoor Spaces / Rittenhouse Square

Outdoor Spaces: Lou Bird’s Sidewalk Pavilion

As of May 3, Philadelphia restaurant and bar Lou Bird’s (500 S. 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19146) introduces new menu items featuring delicious shareable plates and entrees (more about that soon) perfect for spring and summer dining. The restaurant’s permanent outdoor sidewalk pavilion offers a spacious dining area to enjoy the warm weather and appetizing … Continue reading

Outdoor Spaces: City Winery Philadelphia Patio
Center City / Outdoor Dining / Outdoor Spaces

Outdoor Spaces: City Winery Philadelphia Patio

As the flowers begin to bloom and the sun begins to shine a bit brighter, City Winery Philadelphia is readying for spring. With open doors to the outdoor patio, free live music starting on Cinco de Mayo, and exciting upcoming shows and dining selections, City Winery is the place to be as we enter the new season. City … Continue reading

5 Ways to Celebrate National Picnic Day in Philadelphia
Outdoor Dining / Outdoor Spaces

5 Ways to Celebrate National Picnic Day in Philadelphia

Celebrate National Picnic Day in Philadelphia on Sunday, April 23rd with these five perfect picnic ideas! From Rittenhouse Square to Liberty Lands Park, there are plenty of great locations to enjoy the sunshine and good food from nearby restaurants. Rittenhouse Square – AKA Rittenhouse Square/ a.kitchen This month, AKA Rittenhouse Square has partnered with a.kitchen … Continue reading

Outdoor Spaces: Royal Boucherie’s Rooftop Patio
Old City / Outdoor Dining / Outdoor Spaces

Outdoor Spaces: Royal Boucherie’s Rooftop Patio

Royal Boucherie, Old City’s lively and atmospheric neighborhood restaurant and bar, has officially re-launched its lush, picturesque second-floor rooftop patio, boasting a well-curated craft cocktail and French-forward wine selection in addition to a robust dinner and weekend brunch menu. Guests can indulge in contemporary takes on classic French dishes such as Steak Frites prepared with hanger steak, … Continue reading

Outdoor Spaces: Independence Beer Garden Now Open
Beer Gardens / Outdoor Dining / Outdoor Spaces

Outdoor Spaces: Independence Beer Garden Now Open

Independence Beer Garden, located just steps from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell (100 S. Independence Mall West) is now open! This expansive open-air space spans over 20,000 square feet with four unique seating areas featuring picnic tables, vintage garden chairs, and cozy Adirondack chairs, plus two bars, a large projector TV, and lots of games … Continue reading

Fishtown’s Elwood Finally Opens Patio Area for Outdoor Dining After Six Years of Permit and Zoning Issues
Fishtown / Outdoor Dining / Outdoor Spaces

Fishtown’s Elwood Finally Opens Patio Area for Outdoor Dining After Six Years of Permit and Zoning Issues

In September of 2016, Elwood chef/owner Adam Diltz submitted his original zoning permit submission for a back patio outdoor dining area at his Fishtown restaurant. But due to an array of issues, including the review and negotiation process involved in zoning, a legal dispute with a neighbor that would result in a years-long lawsuit, COVID, … Continue reading

The Yard at South Bowl Reopens
Bars / Outdoor Dining / South Philadelphia

The Yard at South Bowl Reopens

South Bowl is a bowling alley and event venue in South Philadelphia that opened in 2014. In 2019, South Bowl added to its entertainment complex by launching Philadelphia’s ultimate backyard experience, The Yard, making it a prime destination for outdoor fun. The 5,000 square-foot outdoor oasis at 19 E. Oregon Avenue gives visitors the perfect … Continue reading

PHS Pop Up Gardens Open in Manayunk and South Street for 2021 in April
Manayunk / Outdoor Dining / Pop Ups / South Philadelphia

PHS Pop Up Gardens Open in Manayunk and South Street for 2021 in April

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) has announced the return of its two Pop Up Gardens at South Street in Center City and at Jamestown Avenue in Manayunk for the 2021 season. PHS invites visitors to experience the Pop Up Gardens’ unique blend of horticulture and culinary arts and to explore the newly designed sites with … Continue reading

Talula’s Garden Named on OpenTable’s Top 100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America for 2016
Outdoor Dining / Washington Square

Talula’s Garden Named on OpenTable’s Top 100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America for 2016

Talula’s Garden Honored on OpenTable’s Best Al Fresco Dining List OpenTable, the world’s leading provider of online restaurant reservations, today unveiled the 100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America for 2016. These awards reflect the combined opinions of more than 5 million restaurant reviews submitted by verified OpenTable diners for more than 20,000 restaurants … Continue reading