Ritz Camera
Neighborhood: University City

138 S 34th St
Shops at Penn
Philadelphia, PA 19104

George R. writes: OK, this is a brand new review of Ritz Camera on the Penn Campus. After looking back on when I wrote the review in August 2007, I've learned a lot about what this store really has to offer: service and quality.

I DO NOT regularly like Ritz Camera…

12 Lounge
Neighborhood: Spruce Hill, University City

4012 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Anthony C. writes: This place used to be much better when they had karaoke on Wednesdays. However they do have an amazing happy hour. Decent drinks including Golden Monkey, Labatt Blue, Bud, Yuengling, Heineken, Stoudts American Pale Ale, Fosters, & Magic Hat 9 that I…

Nancy's Le Nails
Neighborhood: Powelton Village, University City

4016 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

Kimberly P. writes: Ask for Anna for eyebrows. She does an amazing job; she doesn't take too much off and she does a perfect arch. For five dollars, this is almost unheard of!

Their silk wrap also is only $25 for a full set. Amazing! And they know what they are doing.…

Great American Pub

123 Fayette St
Conshohocken, PA 19428

Kelly W. writes: I'd never eaten at the GAP before tonight.  As a usual meeting point for the Conshy crowd, this is a large bar with lots of room and several areas to congregate.  City smokers rejoice, the front bar is for you! Upstairs there is a large non-smoker…

Great American Pub of Narberth

101 N Narberth Ave
Narberth, PA 19072

Bill M. writes: It's a HUGE bar with good drink specials and a good traditional wooden decor. The staff is also very friendly and they have a fun DJ nights on occasions courtesy of my friend Ducketts that can be worth checking out.
But the place gets overcrowded with…

My Blue Heaven
Neighborhood: Kensington, Port Richmond

2760 E Pacific St
Philadelphia, PA 19134

Brian R. writes: Great food for the price. Are you looking for a satisfying meal without the costs. This is your place. There is no ambiance. Its a bar with some tables that are in need of stabilization. Drinks are cheap. A dinner for two will cost you less than $40…

Jovan's Place Inc
Neighborhood: Kensington

2327 E York St
Philadelphia, PA 19125

Brian R. writes: Neighborhood restaurant. Ma and pop do most of the cooking. Service can be slow when half the 26th police department decide to have dinner. One entree has enough food for 2.

I have and been satisfied with the Stuff Cabbage, Seafood Pasta, Roast beef…

Neshaminy Mall

RR 1
Bensalem, PA 19020

Kelly S. writes: This was the mall where I hung out as a teenager.  It's started seeming much smaller since I've gotten older, but I still like this place, even though I tend to do my shopping at other malls or in Center City now.  But still, it's got your basic mall…

Monster Pets

27 Snyder Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19148

Susan G. writes: I have to say...this place is great for somethings and awful for others.
They have a great selection of products here as far as toys go.  Tons of great cat and dog toys, they have a big selection of fish (comes in handy when it's time to buy the…

Ferrara Bros Sunoco
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

10th & Washingtn Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Susan G. writes: Pretty neat little shop.  
I got a flat one day just blocks away from my house....right on Broad and Washington.  I threw my tire in the back of a cab and took it here for these guys to fix it up for me and get me going.
They were super fast, super…

Chili's
Neighborhood: Market East

1239 Filbert St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

jenny v. writes: Try as you might, you cannot talk me out of really liking Chili's.  Granted, I'll forgive all things quality as long as there's a lot of it, so they had me at bottomless chips and salsa.  So even though they screwed me out of my french fries when I…

Winner's Circle Sports Grille

4801 W Chester Pike
Newtown Square, PA 19073

Chrissy R. writes: Bit of a mixed bag here.  The first time I ever went it took us like 90 minutes to get our lunch.  This was a work lunch so it was a bit annoying as we were in a time crunch.  I've since been back there and it's not been that bad but first…

Fayette Street Grille

308 Fayette St
Conshohocken, PA 19428

Kelly W. writes: I went to Fayette Street Grille as part of a group a while back.  Three of us ordered the sesame crusted ahi tuna, cooked RARE (sushi grade).  Two of us received rare.  I, however, ended up with medium, with barely any pink color inside.  I imagine…

La Citadelle
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

1600 Pine St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Carrie E. writes: I stopped by the other day, hoping to grab a cup of coffee and do a little work. Sadly, they don't have wireless so I had to keep on movin', which was a shame, because the cafe was cute, not crowded and there was some nice reggae music playing. I was…

Home Gallery Inc.
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District, Washington Square West

720 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Bill M. writes: I had a mixed experience with this place which is why I'm giving it 3 stars. but If I could give it 3 and a half stars I would because it does have some extremely helpful workers who make good suggestions. It sales a good assortment of furniture at…

Santa Fe Burrito

50 E Wynnewood Rd
Wynnewood, PA 19096

Alexandra R. writes: I kind of like Santa Fe Burrito for a quick and tasty meal. Granted, I have never been to Chipotle which everyone raves about, so maybe I don't know what I'm missing....but I eat at Santa Fe pretty regularly (it's right next door!).  

They have a big…

Drexel University
Neighborhood: University City

3141 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Anthony B. writes: Bill M. you nailed it.... if you are driven, somewhat experienced and know which direction you will most likely head in -  then the Drexel Co-op experience proves to be invaluable. The relationships you form and the experience you gain allow you to…

7-11 Stores
Neighborhood: Pennsport

10 Snyder Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19148

Bill M. writes: Face it. Philadelphia likes Wawa better and I can understand why. It's the hometown original for the most part and it always will be number one to us as a result.
Up until it happened I never once thought that I would ever find something 711 offers…

Valley Forge Military Academy & College

1001 Eagle Rd
Wayne, PA 19087

Jimmy J. writes: Wow, VFMA&C... I still remember my cadet days... reveille at 05:45, taps at 22:00, MANDATORY fun, P.T. sessions, mass punishments, parading around with a rifle like a monkey and spending majority of my time here hiding pornography on my computer .…

Desmond Hotel & Conference Center

1 Liberty Blvd
Malvern, PA 19355

Mariangela S. writes: Somehow I was led to believe this was a luxury hotel near QVC studios. Unfortunately I was wrong on the "luxury" assumption - our suite's rollaway bed had the most hideous bed linens, and there were not enough power outlets for business travelers.…

Kenney Geo T State Representative
Neighborhood: Fox Chase

1317 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19111

Brownie S. writes: "This is State Assemblyman George Kenney's office.

UPDATE 4/9/2006:  ***1. Rep. Kenney co-sponsored a bill, just passed by the State Assembly, to raise Penna.'s minimum wage  by 41% in two steps-- half now (2006), half next year.  The bill needs to…

State Legislature
Neighborhood: Fox Chase

1317 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19111

Brownie S. writes: This is State Assemblyman George Kenney's office.

UPDATE 4/9/2006:  ***1. Rep. Kenney co-sponsored a bill, just passed by the State Assembly, to raise Penna.'s minimum wage  by 41% in two steps-- half now (2006), half next year.  The bill needs to…

Sandy's Lunch
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

231 S 24th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

cherie c. writes: Cheap eats here, and a cozy booth for one.  Sandy is friendly, and breakfast is really cheap.  But my Greek omelet had canned spinach, so for that there are only three stars.

Pep Boys Automotive Supercenters

2916 Springfield Rd
Broomall, PA 19008

blah b. writes: their service is fine - nothing special. their prices are also OK. It's really the theft that worries me. I (stupidly) left an ipod-mini in my glove compartment when I sent it in for service. And...surprise! no ipod when I got my car back. ugh.

Bravo Pizza

Rtes 363 & 73
Worcester, PA 19490

Wesley W. writes: Pizza is too crust-heavy for my taste.  Run by a friendly family.

Tandoor India Restaurant
Neighborhood: University City

106 S 40th St
Philadelphia, PA 19104

mike l. writes: this is our go-to indian lunch buffet when we're back east. They've got your standard selection of Indian buffet food, but it's solid & worth a trip.

My review - straight forward but reliable, just like Tandoor.

Dunkin Donuts
Neighborhood: Penn Center, Market East, Avenue of the Arts South

123 S Broad St Ste 2025
Philadelphia, PA 19109

Erin S. writes: Before heading to the Wachovia Center, the Business Group in Pittsburgh and me went here for a snack. It was pretty small and there were other people there heading for the game. I had 2 donuts, one apple flavor and the other chocolate. The apple one…

Old City Coffee Inc
Neighborhood: Market East

Reading Terminl Mrkt
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Kimberly P. writes: Good service and an OK cup of coffee.

I still prefer Wawa over any and every cup of coffee.

Drinker's Tavern
Neighborhood: Olde City

124 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Jesse M. writes: I absolutely hate most places in this area, but I can somewhat tolerate Drinker's Tavern.  I've been here a couple of times when I was in the area, and usually my friends and I head right for the basement.  I try to avoid the upstairs, which is full…

Bleu
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

227 S 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Keith R. writes: One of the three sidewalk resturants on Rittenhouse Square. I'm not impressed with the food although the drinks are good. Probably the best thing about Bleu is the people watching without the pressure of fitting in at Rouge. I almost gave it a third…

Great Scot Supermarket
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square

1733 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Alexandra T. writes: I like this place because it's in center city though the staffs kindness reminds me of a small country grocery store. The clerks stocking shelves actually smile at you and will do a custom pack of herbs on the spot! The cashiers are not the most…

Bar Noir
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

112 S 18th St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Carrie E. writes: 4 stars for giving me somewhere decent to go when I find myself in Rittenhouse and it's beer time. Plus, the DJ's are consistently good, they have Magic Hat #9 and the guy who works the door is super nice.

However, every time I go the crowd gets…

Las Vegas Lounge
Neighborhood: Market East

704 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Chrissy R. writes: Las Vegas Lounge is a crap hole and it's supposed to be.  They are currently in the middle of a remodeling project that seems like it's taking ages.  The new ladies' room is NiOCE tho.

I like the food and I like the interesting people spotting while…

Bagel Factory On Independence Square the

510 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Afsheen F. writes: I work in this building and stop by the bagel shop once or twice a week when I don't have time to eat breakfast at home.  The bagels are pretty good, but once I made the mistake of getting a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich, which was unimaginably…

Cvs/Pharmacy
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center

1826 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Chrissy R. writes: The Pharmacy people at this CVS are very rude compared to the guy at 15th and Spruce.  Unfortunately, this is closer to my work so there you go.

Johnny Rockets
Neighborhood: Society Hill, South Street District

443 South St
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Caitlin C. writes: Ruby's is better food-wise, but Johnny's is more fun. (The waitstaff sporadically dances in unision to old-school songs.

To start, get the 1/2 and 1/2 (onions and fries). Then opt for the #12 (cheddar cheese, fresh lettuce, onion slice, pickle,…

Conway

2300 W Oregon Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19145

Misi P. writes: Dude, I haven't even been in a Family Dollar as rough as this place....And I have seen some hoodish FDs in my day... Everything in here is like $3.99 which kind of explains the clientele it attracts...

I will give them this, they did have some halfway…

Geno's Steaks

1219 S 9th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147

lauren b. writes: Sweet feathery jesus, people!  Here's my Geno's review.. It was good.  Not the second coming or anything, but good.  Let's put it this way, I'm not the best person to review this, as Cheese steaks are meh in my book.  I know, this will be met with…

Pasion
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts South

211 S 15th St
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Keith R. writes: Strong drinks get you ready for some innovative cuisine at Pasion. We started with some twists on the classic capirinha and mojitos (papaya-mango and pomegranite respectfully). Not the best Latin inspired drinks I've ever had because the liquor…