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...]
DiNic’s Roast Pork and Beef at the Reading Terminal Market
June 9, 2012 By
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
June 7, 2012 By
'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
May 31, 2012 By
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...]
Standard Tap Bar in Northern Liberties
May 15, 2012 By
Standard Tap Bar in Northern Liberties 'Philly’s Craft Brewing Bar' Standard Tap is located at 2nd and Poplar Streets in Northern Liberties. This cozy American pub which opened on New Years Eve of 1999, pairs local microbrews with excellent, gourmet pub fare like chicken pies, fried smelts and double burgers. The Standard Tap Experience & Atmosphere Don't let the outside of the building hinder your perception. Walking into the Standard Tap, some of the features that first strike you is a … [Read more...]
Fare Restaurant in Fairmount Philadelphia
May 14, 2012 By
Fare Restaurant in Fairmount Philadelphia 'Organic. Local. Sustainable. Artisan. Crafter.' Fare Restaurant is located near the Art Museum area on Fairmount Avenue in Fairmount. Opening in May 2011, this establishment is right down the street from historic Eastern State Penitentiary and several blocks away from the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Fare Restaurant Experience & Atmosphere At Fare Restaurant, not only can the cuisine be described as clean, placing their focus on all organic … [Read more...]
Gigi Restaurant & Lounge in Philadelphia
April 17, 2012 By
Gigi Restaurant & Lounge in Philadelphia 'Good Food + Good Happy Hours = Gigi's' Gigi Retsaurant and Lounge is located on the main strip on Market Street in historical Old City. It's a casual restaurant and lounge with great seating on the sidewalk. Gigi Restaurant and Lounge's Experience & Atmosphere Gigi sports one of the larger outdoor seating areas in Old City, including its own private outdoor terrace, as well as sidewalk cafe style dining. The setting inside is romantic and … [Read more...]
Khyber Pass Pub – Bars in Philadelphia
April 14, 2012 By
Khyber Pass Pub - Bars in Philadelphia 'The Cheers of Old City' Khyber Pass Pub, located in Old City Philadelphia, was founded in 1970. You can say that this establishment has a little History of Philadelphia in it since it's been around for 4 + decades and part of the bar itself is from 1876. If you don't fully recognize the name, it has gone from Khyber to Khyber Pass Pub around November of 2010. Khyber Pass Pub Experience & Atmosphere It's dark upon entering Khyber Pass Pub, but … [Read more...]
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar – Cuban Restaurants in Philadelphia
April 8, 2012 By
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar - Cuban Restaurants in Philadelphia 'Old Havana Meets Old City' Cuba Libre, which is located in Old City, is a classy-romantic Cuban Restaurant, especially known for their mojitos. This two-story restaurant-rum bar, which opened in December of 1999, brings Havana, Cuba to Old City, Philadelphia. Cuba Libre Experience & Atmosphere Cuba Libre takes you back to 1940's Havanah. This is done with the open courtyard with tables, the skylight, palm trees, and … [Read more...]
Chickie’s & Pete’s in South Philly – Sports Bars in Philadelphia
March 22, 2012 By
Chickie's & Pete's in South Philly - Sports Bars in Philadelphia 'Voted Best North American Sports Bar by ESPN in 2011' Chickie's & Pete's is a sports bar and restaurant whose prime locations are in South Philly and Northeast Philadelphia. Each establishment is different than the other, but the main focal point are the many televisions to watch your games and good food. Chickie's & Pete's Experience & Atmosphere Chickie's & Pete's is more than just a sports bar in … [Read more...]
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