Bootsie's
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

38 S 19th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Dave H. writes: More expensive than other burgers but with organic breads, a variety of fresh meat (both atypical and typical), and eclectic fixings and sauces (spicy and otherwise), it's worth a trip. I enjoyed a heavenly burger here with caramelized onions and a…

Bay Pony Inn

508 Old Skippack Rd
Lederach, PA 19438

Dave H. writes: The Bay Pony Inn is a historic structure situated a ways from Valley Forge. Its rustic decor features colonial furniture, period paintings, live fireplaces, whitewashed brick walls, and fresh flowers on the tables. Their ceiling is of medium height…

Fuzion

2960 Skippack Pike
Lansdale, PA 19446

Dave H. writes: We arrived on a Friday afternoon right as this BYOB opened (5 PM) and were seated immediately. Thankfully they are a nonsmoking establishment. Outdoor seating was available but we declined, opting to test the classic, well-lit interior. The…

Plain Jane

128 East Gay Street
West Chester, PA 19380

Laurel M. writes: It makes me very sad that Plain Jane is such a hike from the city.  I really love this place - its my favorite place to indulge in fun & fabulous cosmetics - but it also says alot for the store that I'm more than willing to actually hop in my car &…

Royal India Spice Market

455 W DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia, PA 19406

Dave H. writes: What do Indian cuisine and gasoline have in common? In the case of Royal India, more than pungent smells - you can buy both here! This gas station is also a food market and restaurant. The market sells groceries, herbs, and other "ethnic" items that…

Trio
Neighborhood: Fairmount

2624 Brown Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Kelly C. writes: Really great gem in Fairmount. Some of the best thai food I've had in a long time. Yummy soup with lemmongrass and shrimp. Very nice dining area upstairs, and a little deck off the back. Too bad it was raining tonight but I look forward to having…

Heng's Thai Cuisine

1156 Baltimore Pike
Springfield, PA 19064

Colin P. writes: Always good, although they once made pad thai with rice instead of rice noodles -- but that was for take-out, and maybe Heng wasn't there.  My only complaint is that menu is a bit on the limited side, and it never seems to change much. Definitely…

Dwight's Southern Bar-B-Que
Neighborhood: Mill Creek

4345 Lancaster Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Rob B. writes: Dwight's has proclaimed itself as "boss of the sauce" and I think thats probably appropriate, because their sauce is BANGING. I usually go with the mild because I'm kind of a wimp in that  department, but I've heard the hot sauce is great too (its…

Tiffany's Bakery
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

9 Market Sts
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Jacquelin K. writes: I hope that you all know even without reading this review that Tiffany's in the Gallery is the shiznit.  They sell strawberry shortcake by the slice for $3, and this slice can't reasonably be eaten in one sitting.  That's not to say that your average…

Parking
Neighborhood: Chinatown

929 Race St
Philadelphia, PA 19176

Jenna C. writes: I live in New Jersey and I'm addicted to Chinese food from Chinatown.  This means I have to do a lot of parking. But, since I'm from New Jersey, I'm not very good at parallel parking.  This parking lot has yet to let me down.  And they are…

Stanley's Tavern

2038 Foulk Rd
Wilmington, DE 19810

Carolyn B. writes: wow i cant believe i havent reviewed stanley's before, considering its always the first place my friends want to go when i meet up with them while in delaware.  yeah its no frills - just a sports bar really.  but its close to where everyone lives,…

Artifax
Neighborhood: Rhawnhurst

2446 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19149

tim c. writes: Nice place.  My roommate got a beast of a double perk for $200 and the glass is nicer than the $300 one he got from wonderland.  Most of the staff knows what they're talking about and know how to sell their stuff.  Bonus: on my way home I get to stop…

Chiangmai

108 Fayette Street
Conshohocken, PA 19428

jenn h. h. writes: I wholeheartedly agree about this tiny little gem in the heart of Conshy. I've only been here for lunch (I work in Conshy) so I don't know about dinner, but their lunch specials are great and quite a bargain.

It gets crowded here during lunch, so get…

Savona Restaurant

100 Old Gulph Road
Conshohocken, PA 19428

Dave H. writes: All of our dishes at Savona had an emphasis on presentation. Their staff has an eye for detail. For starters, the complimentary l'amuse bouche (see photos) was a dumpling filled with seafood - it was a promising start to the meal.

Our appetizers were…

Scarlett Alley
Neighborhood: Olde City

241 Race St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Carrie E. writes: I've driven past Scarlett Alley hundreds of times and I'd always say that I needed to check it out the next time I was in the hood - but as I don't usually find myself walking down 2nd and Race it took me much longer than it should have to get my…

Teca

38 E Gay St
West Chester, PA 19380

Samara O. writes: My friend Tom, a dashing Bostonian, was in West Chester last night on business, and I thought I'd show him the best that town has to offer--which I consistently find is pretty damn good. I suggested Iron Hill Brewery and he said he had been there…

Bryn Mawr Beverage

194 Landover Rd
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Lauren H. writes: Underage kids, don't even bother -- you will be carded and scanned, without fail.

Bryn Mawr Beverage is your go-to spot for kegs and beer, but if you're a chick, you can also find your Mike's Light and other girly drinks that will likely give you…

Bertucci's Brick Oven Pizzeria

761 Lancaster Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Lauren H. writes: My proud Italian mama would smack me for going to a chain restaurant (I dragged her to an Olive Garden once, and afterwards I was convinced she was going to disown me), but I keep coming back for one thing -- the bread. Dear Lord. I usually just get…

Parvin's Pharmacy Prescription Department

30 N Bryn Mawr Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Lauren H. writes: Parvin's is an old school, family-owned pharmacy and drug store. It reminds me of the one that was in my hometown before it was bought out my evil corporate assmonkeys CVS. As a result, the prices here are a bit inflated, but y'all should support…

Cherry's Ice Cream & Water Ice

632 Haddonfield Rd
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

eliza b. writes: awesome water ice! similar to rita's, except that it (luckily) lacks the franchise mentality. a little more authentic, and alot more to choose from. such a perfect addition to any summer evening. it gets pretty crowded so you might not always be able…

Brownie's 23 East

23 E Lancaster Avenue
Ardmore, PA 19003

Bill M. writes: Radio 104.5 and Thorpe Productions recently teamed up to host New Music Tuesdays here. If you're familiar with the old music night that Jaxon and WMMR had at Grape Street then this is pretty much the same deal - a fairly good showcase of local Philly…

Cosi Coffee & Bar

761 W Lancaster Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Lauren H. writes: Goddamn you, Bryn Mawr Cosi, for closing for interior renovations during my last semester here. Your interiors were fine! I'm in finals hell, and I need some Oreos S'mores and a Mocha Kiss like a junkie needs a fix. Come back soon, preferably when…

Bravo Pizza

26 S Bryn Mawr Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Lauren H. writes: Casual, inexpensive by-the-slice pizza place. There's seating in the back, or you can get it to go. They also serve stromboli, calzones, and wings, but for me, it's all about the pizza. Bravo also delivers, but only until 10 PM and the wait can be…

Starbucks Coffee Co

766 W Lancaster Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Lauren H. writes: I don't want to support you Starbucks, what with your bastard business philosophy of driving mom-and-pop businesses into the ground, but why must your Passion Iced Tea Lemonade be so tasty? It is delicious evil.

Not so delicious, but most definitely…

Milkboy Coffee

824 W Lancaster Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Lauren H. writes: I was sad to see Cafe Seville go, but thrilled when it was announced that Milkboy would be taking its place.

Milkboy is a great coffee shop attached to the Bryn Mawr Film Institute. What makes them great is that they use mostly local, organic…

Petrucci's Ice Cream Company At Norview

670 N Henderson Rd
King of Prussia, PA 19406

Dave H. writes: I had a two scoops of chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream there today. It was refreshing and smooth!

There's a play area there, for kids (or you big kids out there), and you can buy flowers at a florist right in the farm. I believe there was a…

Uduppi Dosa House

2163 Galloway Rd
Bensalem, PA 19020

Will D. writes: Just for the record, the food here is quite tasty and unusually inexpensive...  That being said, this restaurant has the slowest service I have ever experienced in the North East.  This is not an exaggeration.  The first time I though it was a fluke.…

Holt's Tobacconist
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1522 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Victor L. writes: Extremely friendly and homey shop in a quaint area of Philly, its run by enthusiastic and gentle souls with a taste for tobacco. You can smoke or you can go outside and enjoy the highway view, but either way you'll come out satisfied with the…

Trophy Bikes
Neighborhood: Northern Liberties

1040 N American St
Liberties Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19123

Kate M. writes: Very Helpful to the non-bike person.AKA. Me! These guys know what they are talking about and didn't make me feel like an idiot for being so clueless. They are in fact open 12-7. Which actually works well for me to hit up after work. Only NEW bikes,…

401 Diner Inc

401 Fayette St
Conshohocken, PA 19428

Chuck D. writes: Stumble here for late night eats if you've been out drinking in Conshy - its about 1.5 blocks from the main bars.

If you're drunk and here late, the staff hates you.  It could be because my friends poured syrup all over the table and threw silverware…

Spamps

16 East 1st Avenue
Conshohocken, PA 19428

Alexandra R. writes: I don't love Spamps.  I barely even like it.  

I went for sushi one night, and have to admit, I was not at all impressed.  Granted, the delicious bread and oil they brought out was a nice treat.  But I don't know...bread with sushi, ehh.  Then they…

Lamberti's

1491 Brace Rd
Haddonfield, NJ 08033

eliza b. writes: this place is now called "tutti toscani". no idea why they changed the name - everything is the same as it has always been!
this place is a standby favorite. it is ALWAYS good. you can count on consistency.
it's a little pricey sometimes, especially…

Mediterranean Grill

870 W Lancaster Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Lauren H. writes: Philadelphia is renowned for its BYOB scene, but sometimes I wish I didn't have to take the R5 to experience it. Enter Mediterranean Grill.

Mediterranean Grill is cute, small BYOB right on Lancaster in the heart of Bryn Mawr. There's no real waiting…

Five Guys

Wayne-Gateway Shopping Center
253 E Swedesford Road
Wayne, PA 19087

Kevin W. writes: I love Five Guys, I do.  Just not *this* Five Guys.

The whole place felt like the franchise owner tried to save some money, that he really should not have attempted to save.  The tables and seats seemed like they were bought at auction, and the whole…

Citibank

448 W Swedesford Road
Berwyn, PA 19312

Dave H. writes: I was thrilled to see Citibank recently expand their territory into the Philadelphia region. As of this post, Citibank has offered several features over other brick-and-mortar banks that I like - check out their savings account offerings and CDs! The…

Theatre Exile
Neighborhood: Society Hill

525 S 4th St
Ste 475
Philadelphia, PA 19147

George R. writes: I can't say this enough for Philadelphia Theatre: Prepare to be surprised by the performances and the venues.  Theatre Exile put up a great production of "Glengary Glen Ross" in Spring 2007 and the space was another hidden treasure.

The cast was…

Bamboo House of Noodle Soups

245 Lancaster Ave
Frazer, PA 19355

Erika K. writes: I was introduced to Bamboo by my parents when I was visiting them.  Top notch food, definitely fill the Vietnamese cravings.  The Bamboo Special and the Dumping/Noodle soup are the best.  I agree with Dave H. about the pricing but the flavor won't…

French Creek Outfitters

270 Schuylkill Rd
Phoenixville, PA 19460

wesley b. writes: Easily one of the better out fitters / gun stores in this portion of the state.  they can run a tad bit pricey compared to on-line retailers but the knowledge and experience of their staff tends to compensate for it.

they also offer one of the better…

Keating's River Grill
Neighborhood: Penn's Landing

201 S Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19106

J S. writes: Pretty good food for a hotel restaurant. I had a salmon entree. The fish was very good, though not excellent. It was served over some interesting concoction of potatoes and ricotta cheese. The presentation of the food was excellent.

The ambiance is…

Dr. Birgit K. Toome, MD

1000 Main St
Voorhees, NJ 08043

Sarena S. writes: I have been going to Dr. Toome for several years now for a general skin checkup and mole check.

She will get you on a great regimen and will get your skin back on track. I came in with mild acne and she put me on a cleanser and a few creams that…