Just moved here from Africa? The center of Philadelphia’s Ethiopian, Senegalese, Malian and many other African communities, West Philly boasts a plethora of African restaurants that will have you feeling right at home.
Just moved here from Africa? The center of Philadelphia’s Ethiopian, Senegalese, Malian and many other African communities, West Philly boasts a plethora of African restaurants that will have you feeling right at home.
Morimoto
Ditch that British slang for this Japanese gem: “omakase." A Japanese tasting experience, the omakase at Morimoto will take you through the chef’s brilliant meditation on fine Japanese dining, and for at least $80, you might as well throw in the sake pairing as well.
Le Bec Fin
A Philadelphia institution and one of the few standing pillars of haute French cuisine, Le Bec Fin recently had major renovations to make its old–school ambiance appeal to a younger crowd.
Put a sour twist on this lunchtime favorite with farm–fresh ingredients from the Clark Park Farmer’s Market. Bonus points for eating it outside on Baltimore and enjoying the scenery.
If the produce at Fro Gro makes you weep quietly and Trader Joe’s is just too damn far, head to The Clark Park Farmer’s Market (at 44th and Baltimore). It's open every Saturday from 10–2, year–round.
The goods:
The Fahnestock Fruit Farm: This stop is obligatory.
We know it’s scary, and you don’t need to do anything you aren’t ready to do. But you will have to order food at some point. And we’re here to walk you through.
As soon as you realize that Rosenparty is not a party, you’ll need to leave VP. Going from West to East, here are our picks for the best alternative study spots.