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flyers4487
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Jamison, PA
Joined: 02.15.2007

Oct 22 @ 11:26 AM ET
Cheers, thanks for the tip
- nucks_94

Oh and eagles fans are just as crazy as you guys are for hockey, just an fyi.
Flyers_1488
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Philly , PA
Joined: 05.15.2012

Oct 22 @ 11:27 AM ET
Visiting Philly for the first time this weekend. Any suggestions on what to do? Got tickets to the Eagles-Falcons game, but other than that no plans yet.
Thanks!

- nucks_94



What part of town you staying in?? Center City??
nucks_94
Vancouver Canucks
Joined: 12.05.2008

Oct 22 @ 11:30 AM ET
What part of town you staying in?? Center City??
- Flyers_1488

Right by City Hall
nucks_94
Vancouver Canucks
Joined: 12.05.2008

Oct 22 @ 11:31 AM ET
Oh and eagles fans are just as crazy as you guys are for hockey, just an fyi.
- flyers4487

Haha, yeah I'm pretty pumped about it. Should probably get myself an Eagles hat or something to try and fit in
OrangeBlack27
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: i do, mike, PA
Joined: 06.29.2006

Oct 22 @ 11:33 AM ET
Cheers, thanks for the tip
- nucks_94


geno's is garbage. go to jim's on south street.

also, you'll either love or hate old city depending on what you're looking for. mostly college/post-college age kids and the types of bars that appeal to that audience. there are, however, a couple really good beer bars in the area if you're more into that.

south street is super eclectic and has something for everyone from river to river (south street and the areas both north and south). i'd say just research the bars, restaurants and reviews and you'll find something you'll like. i'd recommend the german joint, brauhaus schmitz, but if you're looking for more of a party, might wanna head elsewhere.
KGBflyers10
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: United States, PA
Joined: 10.28.2007

Oct 22 @ 11:43 AM ET
when did that happen?
- five4fighting10


it's in the video Bill posted, towards the end.
flyers4487
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Jamison, PA
Joined: 02.15.2007

Oct 22 @ 11:49 AM ET
Haha, yeah I'm pretty pumped about it. Should probably get myself an Eagles hat or something to try and fit in
- nucks_94

Hahaha the sad part is id fit in better with a grp of nucks hockey fans then eagles fans, im not the biggest football fan.
Giroux_Is_God
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: CLASS DISMISSED
Joined: 12.15.2011

Oct 22 @ 11:53 AM ET
geno's is garbage. go to jim's on south street.

also, you'll either love or hate old city depending on what you're looking for. mostly college/post-college age kids and the types of bars that appeal to that audience. there are, however, a couple really good beer bars in the area if you're more into that.

south street is super eclectic and has something for everyone from river to river (south street and the areas both north and south). i'd say just research the bars, restaurants and reviews and you'll find something you'll like. i'd recommend the german joint, brauhaus schmitz, but if you're looking for more of a party, might wanna head elsewhere.

- OrangeBlack27

Geno's, Pat's, and Jim's all have god tier steaks. If I had to pick, I pick Pat's, though. American widdout.
mayorofangrytown
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Downingtown, PA
Joined: 08.16.2006

Oct 22 @ 12:08 PM ET
-Go to Genos Stakes get "american with"
-Run up the art museum steps, then take in the amazing view of the city.
-Depending on how much you like to party, check out old city, center city, and south street at night.
-talegate for the eagles
-you could check out Independence hall, the liberty bell etc if you want, I go every few years when someone wants to see all the historic land marks.

- flyers4487

Don't go to Geno's. Please don't go to Geno's. Geno's and Pat's are the fast food of Philly steaks. There are so many other places than that trash and dirt filled intersection on Passyunk.
OrangeBlack27
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: i do, mike, PA
Joined: 06.29.2006

Oct 22 @ 12:08 PM ET
Right by City Hall
- nucks_94


if you're near city hall, i'd say pop into reading terminal market for lunch on saturday (or fri if you're here). any and every kind of food you could possibly want in there. dinic's roast pork was just voted the best sandwich in america. lines are long, but get there at off-peak times and enjoy heaven.
OrangeBlack27
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: i do, mike, PA
Joined: 06.29.2006

Oct 22 @ 12:08 PM ET
Don't go to Geno's. Please don't go to Geno's. Geno's and Pat's are the fast food of Philly steaks. There are so many other places than that trash and dirt filled intersection on Passyunk.
- mayorofangrytown


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vejim
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: FL
Joined: 07.08.2007

Oct 22 @ 12:08 PM ET
Haha, yeah I'm pretty pumped about it. Should probably get myself an Eagles hat or something to try and fit in
- nucks_94

please BOO Vick for me
OrangeBlack27
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: i do, mike, PA
Joined: 06.29.2006

Oct 22 @ 12:10 PM ET
Don't go to Geno's. Please don't go to Geno's. Geno's and Pat's are the fast food of Philly steaks. There are so many other places than that trash and dirt filled intersection on Passyunk.
- mayorofangrytown


and why go to the italian market when there's an olive garden right in center city?!
Giroux_Is_God
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: CLASS DISMISSED
Joined: 12.15.2011

Oct 22 @ 12:16 PM ET
Has anyone not said Reading Terminal for a pork sangwich and cannolis?!
mayorofangrytown
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Downingtown, PA
Joined: 08.16.2006

Oct 22 @ 12:19 PM ET
ty
- OrangeBlack27

That's where you go when you're young and drunk and ready to end the night and don't care what falls in your lap when you eat.

mayorofangrytown
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Downingtown, PA
Joined: 08.16.2006

Oct 22 @ 12:23 PM ET
Has anyone not said Reading Terminal for a pork sangwich and cannolis?!
- Giroux_Is_God

Not yet but this I can endorse.
OrangeBlack27
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: i do, mike, PA
Joined: 06.29.2006

Oct 22 @ 12:25 PM ET
Not yet but this I can endorse.
- mayorofangrytown


you're both blind.
nucks_94
Vancouver Canucks
Joined: 12.05.2008

Oct 22 @ 12:30 PM ET
if you're near city hall, i'd say pop into reading terminal market for lunch on saturday (or fri if you're here). any and every kind of food you could possibly want in there. dinic's roast pork was just voted the best sandwich in america. lines are long, but get there at off-peak times and enjoy heaven.
- OrangeBlack27

Sounds awesome! I get in on Saturday morning. Will definitely check this out. That German place that somebody (can't remember who) posted also looks great.
nucks_94
Vancouver Canucks
Joined: 12.05.2008

Oct 22 @ 12:32 PM ET
please BOO Vick for me
- vejim

Will do!
mayorofangrytown
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Downingtown, PA
Joined: 08.16.2006

Oct 22 @ 12:36 PM ET
you're both blind.
- OrangeBlack27

Well, look, I wouldn't go there for either but if I was visiting I wouldn't want to drive to Delaware Ave. for a Roast Pork then to South Street to pick up Canolli.

Edit: Okay, it takes me an hour to drive to Philly, going to John's Roast Pork for either the Pork or Steak (and for the sake of every god that's ever strode the heavens get the provolone on the steak and not american cheese, add american to the provolone if you must) then driving to Terminis isn't that big of a deal.
Stinkfitz
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Aston, PA
Joined: 08.14.2012

Oct 22 @ 12:57 PM ET
History and culture mainly. Throw in a few good restaurant recommendations?
- nucks_94


Villa Di roma on the Italian Market is my favorite.
Stinkfitz
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Aston, PA
Joined: 08.14.2012

Oct 22 @ 1:04 PM ET
Not yet but this I can endorse.
- mayorofangrytown


Dinics in the reading market is real good. Great sharp provo for the pork sandwiches.
Daman
Joined: 07.03.2011

Oct 22 @ 1:07 PM ET
Visiting Philly for the first time this weekend. Any suggestions on what to do? Got tickets to the Eagles-Falcons game, but other than that no plans yet.
Thanks!

- nucks_94


It depends what you are interested in. What is your age group (20's, 30's, etc.)?

Some of the neanderthals that frequent the HB boards may direct you to a nearby strip club or their favorite watering hole where the # of customers equals the # of teeth in the joint.

Let me know if you are above the fray, and I will PM you. For example, there is a military base right downtown in the business district, whereby many probably walk by without a clue. Tremendous history.

Or a recent museum established for the tribute of Lincoln.

Or wonderful restaurants or arts.


Much to see my friend. Much to see.

Cheers!

-Da Man

Flyers_1488
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Philly , PA
Joined: 05.15.2012

Oct 22 @ 1:08 PM ET
Right by City Hall
- nucks_94



Lolita is an amazing place to eat and drink....

Its in my wifes Top 3 places in Philly.

Not CHEAP but very good and worth it.

Here is the Address and website....

106 South 13th Street
Philadelphia
www.lolitabyob.com

Moshulu - if you like Sushi this place I feel is the best in the City....

401 South Columbus Boulevard
Philadelphia
www.moshulu.com


And there is a Mcds too

Really those places are both very good and worth it but also I understand not everyone is into that type of place....... Hope that helps and Have fun in our Amazing City!!!

Flyers_1488
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Philly , PA
Joined: 05.15.2012

Oct 22 @ 1:09 PM ET
It depends what you are interested in. What is your age group (20's, 30's, etc.)?

Some of the neanderthals that frequent the HB boards may direct you to a nearby strip club or their favorite watering hole where the # of customers equals the # of teeth in the joint.

Let me know if you are above the fray, and I will PM you. For example, there is a military base right downtown in the business district, whereby many probably walk by without a clue. Tremendous history.

Or a recent museum established for the tribute of Lincoln.

Or wonderful restaurants or arts.


Much to see my friend. Much to see.

Cheers!

-Da Man

- Daman



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