Cavanaughs' Rittenhouse - Sports Bars in Philadelphia Cavanaugh's Rittenhouse in Philadelphia is the place to be if you are a sports fan. As Rittenhouse Square's sports bar, Cavanaugh's is known for their 20 HDTVs, chicken wings, and its selection of burgers. And don't think of Cavanaugh's as a sports bar but a friendly place to meet others for drinks. Cavanaugh's Rittenhouse is divided into two sections: upstairs and downstairs. If your college has a strong alum chapter in … [Read more...]
Betsy Ross House – Philadelphia History
February 24, 2025 By
'The American Flag - Freedom, Liberty, & Pride' The Betsy Ross House, one of our more treasured historic sites, is surrounded by a lot of Philadelphia History. Located in Old City, it is not far from historic icons and sites such as the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. The Main Question Did Betsy Ross make the American Flag? There are historians on both sides of the fence, but there are affidavits and evidence that prove that Betsy Ross made the American Flag. < click here … [Read more...]
Visiting The Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia
February 22, 2025 By
'America's Oldest Farmers' Market' . Reading Terminal Market is the country's oldest continuously operating farmers' market. It is like a small town of its own, considering that it covers 1.7 acres. Ground entrances are on Filbert Street to the south, Twelfth Street to the West, and Arch Street to the North. Interesting Facts and History of Reading Terminal Market Reading Terminal Market opened its doors in 1892, and in its first year of operation, there were 380 merchants. The … [Read more...]
AKI Japanese Restaurant – Sushi Restaurants in Philadelphia
February 21, 2025 By
AKI Japanese Restaurant - Sushi Restaurants in Philadelphia Are you looking for a Sushi restaurant in Center City, Philadelphia? I enjoyed trying the AKI Japanese Fusion Restaurant and Sake Bar with a friend for lunch last week. Considering that it was 12:15 p.m. when we walked in, we were pleasantly greeted and seated at our table. At the time of our seated, three other tables were occupied. When we left around 1:30 p.m., most of the restaurant was full of customers. I found AKI to be cute … [Read more...]
Rodin Museum – Museums in Philadelphia
February 20, 2025 By
'The Thinker Hangs Out in Philadelphia' The Rodin Museum is located in the Art Museum District of Philadelphia. The Museum contains the most extensive collection of sculptor Auguste Rodin's works outside of Paris. History of Rodin Museum The Rodin Museum was a gift to the City of Philadelphia from movie theater magnate Jules Mastbaum (American, 1872 - 1926), who began collecting works by Rodin in 1923. He intended to have a museum that enriched the lives of his fellow … [Read more...]
Jack’s Firehouse in Fairmount – Restaurants in Philadelphia
February 20, 2025 By
'Innovative American Cooking Style' . Jack's Firehouse is located in the Fairmount section of Philadelphia, approximately five blocks from Eastern State Penitentiary. The restaurant was a firehouse from the 19th century, built around 1871 and moved to its new location in 1954. Jack's Firehouse Experience & Atmosphere When walking into Jack's Firehouse, the original mahogany interior, wood plank floors, and even the brass fire pole remain intact. You'll also notice the … [Read more...]
Estia Restaurant – Greek Restaurants in Philadelphia
February 20, 2025 By
Estia Restaurant - Greek Restaurants in Philadelphia "Authentic Greek Cuisine without being in Greece" Estia is a Greek-Mediterranean Restaurant located in the Philadelphia theatre district. This stunning restaurant specializes in whole grilled fish, which are flown in from the Greek Islands, Portugal, and other Mediterranean areas. The Estia Restaurant Experience & Atmosphere Estia is welcoming, warm, and inviting when first walking into the restaurant. Not only are … [Read more...]
South Street in Philadelphia – What’s it All About
February 20, 2025 By
South Street in Philadelphia - What's it All About South Street in Philadelphia is a unique and diverse street to explore with its many restaurants, bars, stores, and "Bohemian" atmosphere. The part of South Street that I am referring to is from Front Street to Tenth Street, which has become one of Philadelphia's most prominent tourist attractions. The restaurant, bar scene, and unique shops areelectrify South Street. Over 100 shops and more than 50 restaurants and bars … [Read more...]
McGillin’s Olde Ale House – Oldest Irish Pub in Philly
February 20, 2025 By
'Oldest Irish Pub in Philadelphia' McGillin's Olde Ale House, an Irish Pub in Philadelphia, is the oldest pub in Philadelphia. How old is McGillins? So old that it opened its doors the same year when Abraham Lincoln was elected President in 1860. McGillin's Olde Ale House Description and Atmosphere McGillins Irish Pub is located in a small alley in Midtown Village, in the City of Philadelphia, around the corner from City Hall and Macy's. It's a great place to stop in during any time of year, … [Read more...]
The Black Sheep Irish Pub in Philadelphia
February 20, 2025 By
'A Comfy Irish Pub' The Black Sheep Pub and Restaurant is a quaint Irish pub that is nestled in the corner of Historic Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia. It has all the comforts of home; to include a fireplace, 6 televisions, darts, comfortable sitting areas, and much more. The Black Sheep, which has been around since 1999, is located in a three-story colonial townhouse. They have two specialties that they serve, their sheperd's pie and their Guinness … [Read more...]
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