Jeff Belonger MyPhillyAlive Founder

Jeff Belonger is the Founder and Owner of MyPhillyAlive.com. Having a lot of passion about Philadelphia, Jeff wanted to share all of what Philadelphia has to offer, so he created MyPhillyAlive.com.

The Farmers’ Cabinet – Restaurants in Philadelphia

The Farmers' Cabinet - Restaurants in Philadelphia The Farmers' Cabinet restaurant in Philadelphia is an interesting establishment in which it has added a different element to city dining. If you have heard some negative reviews from the past, you might want to rethink your stance, giving The Farmers' Cabinet another chance. The reason being is because they have a new head chef, Chef Jason Goodman, who came over from Parc at the end of August 2011. The Farmers' Cabinet Atmosphere & … [Read more...]

The Forrest Theater – Theaters in Philadelphia

The Forrest Theater - Theaters in Philadelphia The City of Philadelphia is so rich in history, to even include the Theaters in Philadelphia. The Forrest Theater is one of  America's oldest theaters which sits in the Market East section of Philadelphia. Approximately six city blocks away from more Philadelphia History, such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the National Constitution Center, or the Independence Visitor’s Center. History of Forrest Theater It started with the … [Read more...]

O’Neals Irish Pub & Restaurant – Irish Bars in Philadelphia

'Irish Bar & Sports Bar Rolled Into One' O'Neals Irish Bar in Philadelphia is not just a neighborhood watering hole near South Street, a place like Cheers, where everyone knows your name, but a good place to watch sporting events. O'Neals is South Streets longest running family owned and operated Irish Pub. The O'Neals Pub Atmosphere & Experience When walking into O'Neals Irish Pub, it looks small and quaint, but is actually bigger than one would think. The pub/restaurant is three … [Read more...]

The Flying Monkey at the Reading Terminal Market

The Flying Monkey at the Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia Who doesn't love a good pastry, right? How about pastries and deserts made from scratch. You can get this at the Flying Monkey, which is a bakery located in the Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia. The Flying Monkey Experience The Flying Monkey, which was an existing bakery, was bought by Elizabeth Halen thirteen months ago and has turned it into Philadelphia's own Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory, minus all of the chocolate … [Read more...]

Jim’s Steaks – Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia

   Jim's Steaks - Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia You can always find a good Philadelphia Cheesesteak at Jim's Steaks which has four locations in Philadelphia. This particular Jim's Steaks is on South Street in Philadelphia, to where you can always find something interesting going on, especially a good Philadelphia cheesesteak. Jim's Steaks Experience & Atmosphere Jim's Steaks first opened in 1939 at 431 North 62nd Street in West Philadelphia, to where it still … [Read more...]

El Vez – Mexican Restaurants in Philadelphia

 El Vez Restaurant - Mexican Restaurants in Philadelphia El Vez, a Stephen Starr restaurant, is a fun Mexican restaurant in Philadelphia. It's in the Market East neighborhood and is especially good if you like a tasty margarita. The El Vez Mexican Restaurant Experience and Atmosphere El Vez in Philadelphia can be explained in a few words; modern, contemporary, and fun. There are multi-colored mosaics throughout with circular velvet booths for comfortable seating. Sure, it can be loud at times … [Read more...]

Dave and Buster’s in Philadelphia

 Dave and Buster's in Philadelphia Dave and Buster's in Philadelphia is located in the Penn's Landing area, which is a great place to unwind. It's a big arcade with lots of games, food and drinks, and a place for family fun. It's even a place for those adults to be kids all over again. Dave and Buster's Experience and Atmosphere Dave and Buster's is a massive entertainment complex that has over 200 interactive and video games. One can never not like the classic game skeeball, or the racing … [Read more...]

Art Galleries in Philadelphia – The Slingluff Gallery

Art Galleries in Philadelphia - The Slingluff Gallery The Slingluff Gallery in Fishtown Philadelphia is an unique Art Gallery because they go for "different", wanting to educate the novice in the different styles of art. A good example of this is that for a whole month, they featured graffiti art. The Slingluff Gallery has different shows each month and from November 5th to December 8th, they featured graffiti artists from New York City. Wanting the average person to understand that it's not … [Read more...]

Things to do in Philadelphia – Holidays in Philadelphia

   Things to do in Philadelphia - Holidays in Phildelphia The Holidays in Philadephia can be a special time of year with so many things to do in Philadelphia. So much of the hustle and bustle during the holidays can allow us to lose focus of what is important. Spending time with family and friends can add so much to ones life during theses holidays, that it's nice to do things with others, and what not a better place than the City of Philadelphia. Top Holiday Attractions in … [Read more...]

Train Display at the Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia

Train Display at the Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia As you do your Holiday Shopping in Philadelphia, you can check out the train display at the Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia. Enjoying the holidays as a family is always special. Here kids and adults will love this interactive 500 square foot train display featuring 17 working train lines that rumble through a multitude of miniature scenery including Center City Philadelphia, a Christmas Village, and a snow-covered … [Read more...]