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...]
Pat’s King of Steaks – Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia
February 20, 2025 By
'South Philly Cheesesteaks' If you know anything about Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia, that when you ask where too go, there will be enough answers that say Pat's Kings of Steaks or Geno's Steaks. Keeping in mind that these aren't the only two places to grab a Philly Cheesesteak. It's just that both have a long standing rivalry that stretches over 4 + decades. The History of Pat's King of Steaks Pat's King of Steaks was founded by brothers, Pat and Harry Olivieri in 1930. Pat originally … [Read more...]
Know any History of Philadelphia? – The Independence Vistor’s Center
February 20, 2025 By
'Walk Through Philly's History Starting Here' How many of you live in Philadelphia, PA and hardly get around to learn the History of Philadelphia. Or those of you visiting Philadelphia who want explore the historical sites. You might know the basics, which would include the Liberty Bell, Ben Franklin, George Washington, William Penn, The Revolutionary War, and the Declaration of Independence. But do you know anything else? So where would a good place to start in regards to the … [Read more...]
Historical Philadelphia – The History of Philadelphia
August 1, 2024 By
Historical Philadelphia - The History of Philadelphia History of Philadelphia History states that Philadelphia was first founded by William Penn on October 27th, 1682. But prior to Penn, it's been said that Philadelphia was home of the Lenape Indians. Penn bought the land from the local Lenape Nation to be on good terms with the Native Americans and to ensure peace for his colony. Penn then named the city Philadelphia, which is Greek for brotherly love, hence the reason why … [Read more...]
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