Dalessandro’s Steaks & Hoagies

'A Taste of Heaven in Roxborough Philadelphia' Dalessandro's Steaks & Hoagies, established in 1960, is basically a town landmark in the Roxborough neighborhood in Northwest Philadelphia. It is a humble diner outside of the Manayunk area that is among Philadelphia's top-tier cheesesteak restaurants. Dalessandro's Experience & Atmosphere Visiting Philadelphia? This won't be on your map of things to do in most cases. One could say it's off the beaten path of historical sites in … [Read more...]

Molly Malloy’s at the Reading Terminal Market

'A Tribute to Mom = Molly Malloy's'  Molly Malloy's is a restaurant and bar that sits at one end at the Reading Terminal Market. This space once was occupied by the Beer Garden. Molly Malloy's Experience & Atmosphere Opening in October of 2011, Molly Malloy's was started by Vinnie and Jimmy Iovine. Part of their family has been a large supporter of the Reading Terminal Market since 1990, operating Ivoine Brother's Produce. The name of the restaurant/bar is a tribute to their mother … [Read more...]

Gunners Run at The Piazza in Northern Liberties

Gunners Run at The Piazza in Northern Liberties 'Contemporary American Bar & Food' Gunners Run, which use to be Swift Half, is located at the Piazza at Schmidt's in Northern Liberties. Love good infused drinks or a Bloody Mary bar, this is your spot. Gunners Run Experience & Atmosphere Gunners Run, with an unique story behind its name, opened one year ago from March and is a group effort of a few Philadelphia business owners, bringing a new style of food and drink to The … [Read more...]

Supporting PYT, The Piazza at Schmidt’s, Northern Liberties, & Philly

Supporting PYT, The Piazza at Schmidt's, Northern Liberties, & Philly 'Bringing Together Communities & Showing Support' It's very easy to harp on the negative and sometimes dwell on these kinds of issues. MyPhillyAlive is not a news agency, but a site to share with you all things to do in Philadelphia, places to see, and places to experience. Yet we felt like we had to bring up the most recent incident that took place on the morning of June 11th in Northern Liberties. What happened? … [Read more...]

The Piazza at Schmidt’s in Northern Liberties

The Piazza at Schmidt's in Northern Liberties 'Experience a European Style Square in Philly' The Piazza at Schmidt's is located in Northern Liberties and brings many events and activities throughout the year. It can't be seen from the street, so you need to check it out for yourself. The Piazza at Schmidt's Experience & Atmosphere The Piazza is a European style square with a beautifully landscaped 80,000 square foot Italian-styled courtyard that features a 400+ square-foot Daktoniks LED … [Read more...]

DiNic’s Roast Pork and Beef at the Reading Terminal Market

DiNic's Roast Pork and Beef at the Reading Terminal Market 'Serving Roast Beef Since 1954' Tommy DiNic's is a roast pork and roast beef shop located in the Reading Terminal Market. It's the secret hot sandwich shop inside the terminal since 1980. DiNic's Roast Pork and Beef Experience & Atmosphere DiNic's started out in a 3-story building in the 1920's. Behind was a kitchen in which Tommy's dad sold meat. One day someone asked if they would roast the meat, hence how the DiNic's got into … [Read more...]

Brauhaus Schmitz ~ A German Beer Hall

'Authentic German Beer Hall' Brauhaus Schmitz, a German Beer Hall, is located on South Street. Die Auswahl an Bieren ist ausgezeichnet! (The beer selection is excellent!) Brauhaus Schmitz Atmosphere & Experience Love German food? German beers? Always wanted to try an establishment with a German Beer Hall concept? You should check out this authentic German Beer Hall, Brauhaus Schmitz. Founded by Doug Hager and Kelly Schmitz-Hager in June 2009, they wanted to bring their knowledge and … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia – Philly Beer Week, Philly Bike Race, First Friday & more

Things To Do In Philadelphia - Philly Beer Week, Philly Bike Race, First Friday 'Great Start to Summer in the City of Brotherly Love' What a packed weekend of things to do in Philadelphia, hence why we are posting this a day earlier than usual. Key your eye on such exciting events as Philly Beer Week, the Philadelphia International Cycling Championship, also known as the Philly Bike Race or the Manayunk Bike Race, and much more. Don't forget that Fairmount Restaurant Week ends this … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia – Memorial Day Weekend

Things To Do In Philadelphia - Memorial Day Weekend 'Remembering & Thanking Those Men & Women Who Have Faught For Our Freedom' Are you ready for a long weekend of fun and relaxation? Many people seem to be making plans to go outside the city. Why, when there is so much to do within this awesome City of Philadelphia. Why not go to some place in the city that you haven't been to before. Try something new. Make a new family experience or tradition. Try some of the new restaurants, … [Read more...]

Restaurant Week in Fairmount

Restaurant Week in Fairmount 'Enjoying Good Food, Art, & Culture' Many of you probably know about Philadelphia Restaurant Week, which has been a great success over the last several years. Well, it's time to get excited about the first ever Fairmount Restaurant Week. Visiting Philadelphia or living in another section of the city, yet you don't get out of your neighborhood much. Then this is your excuse. Why should one get excited? First off, the Center City restaurants won't … [Read more...]