Tampopo keeps bento boxes and noodle bowls college-affordable
The Japanese restaurant Tampopo is located at 21st St. between Chestnut and Sansom. IT offers affordable meals of up to $10, attracting many college students.For this week’s restaurant review I chose...
View ArticleSmall Italian chain perfects classics
Up for review this week is another of my Center City favorites. Since moving into the area I have found some great Italian food, and Pietro’s Coal Oven Pizzeria is just one example. On every other...
View ArticleFoo Truck takes Chinese food to a new level for Drexel students
Asian food is in full throttle in University City — even in the land of food trucks. Ranging from Chinese to Japanese at places such as Le Anh and KoJa, respectively, the possibilities are endless....
View ArticleMulti-cultural food truck by DU alum
Robert Zapata, a 2002 graduate of Drexel University with a degree in hotel and restaurant management, returns to his alma mater to start up a new food truck featuring a multicultural menu. Working as...
View ArticleBaby Blues BBQ satisfies your palate
Up for review this week is hands down my favorite restaurantinUniversityCity,Baby Blues BBQ. Thissoutherngem really makes your taste buds pop. Baby Blues is located at 3402 Sansom St., rightinthe...
View ArticleLOS truck dishes out jazz & burgers
As one of the only trucks blasting jazz while simultaneously selling equally appealing burgers, Lucky Old Souls has become one of the new favorites at Drexel. Located at 33rd and Arch streets, LOS is...
View ArticleNorth Indian cuisine at Sitar
Sitar India, located at 38th and Ludlow streets, specializes in unique Indian food. Some specials the restaurant features are Mughlai, curry, masala and naan. You can get a 10-percent discount for...
View ArticleCrisp produce available on-the-go at the Fresh Food Hub truck
The concept of food trucks is becoming more and more popular as we see new trucks appearing on campus every week. However, the concept of a grocery store food truck seems almost unfathomable....
View ArticleRittenhouse Tavern serves up elegance and unique delicacies
With spring fully in bloom and the weather (finally) starting to warm up, now is as good of a time as any for a date out to beautiful Rittenhouse Square, which has sprouted abundant foliage and shaken...
View ArticleGourmet burgers hit the spot
If you’re hungry and looking for a unique burger experience, I suggest grabbing a friend and hitting The Spot Food Truck. Painted in red and yellow, Spot is a gourmet burger truck located at 33rd and...
View ArticleRittenhouse Tavern serves up elegance and unique delicacies
With spring fully in bloom and the weather (finally) starting to warm up, now is as good of a time as any for a date out to beautiful Rittenhouse Square, which has sprouted abundant foliage and shaken...
View ArticleSquareBurger proves to be overhyped
Franklin Square is one of the more whimsical destinations in Philadelphia. Between the carousel, the prominent fountain, and the miniature golf course featuring replicas of notable Philly monuments, an...
View ArticleFado brings out the Irish in everyone - Irish pub's food and ambiance perfect...
The pub-dwelling Irishman in me is pleased. Fado Irish Pub and Restaurant, located at 1500 Locust St., fulfills the standards expected of such an establishment. To start, customers are granted the...
View ArticleBastille Day Block Party storms Penitentiary
I was lucky enough to attend Philadelphia’s 18th annual Bastille Day Block Party June 14, sponsored by London Grill and Wine Bar. The all-weekend event was held at Eastern State Penitentiary. London...
View ArticleNew Deck comforts customers with classic tavern staples
It’s pretty easy to identify a pub or tavern by its atmosphere, and New Deck Tavern is no exception. Upon entering I was immediately greeted by the pervasive scent of burgers and fries from the grill,...
View ArticleNew Bistro is a unique dining option - Students manage Academic Bistro and...
I’m going to go out on a limb here and state an opinion that may be entirely too controversial for an upstanding publication like The Triangle to publish: I think that it has been really hot lately....
View ArticleMizu Sushi is inexpensive, but Unagi Don lacks spice, texture
As I was making my way to Fresh Grocer (some food critics, myself included, possess the ability not only to assess a culinary masterpiece but also to prepare one), I came across Mizu Sushi Bar. Though...
View ArticleFare’s traditional dishes enhanced by local product
In a city fast becoming recognizable for its array of restaurants with any number of options and substitutions for even the most celiac-prone lactose intolerant vegan, Fare does a spectacular job...
View ArticleRustica is worth the extra dough - Break the plain pizza habit with gourmet...
When it comes to Italian food, you have to be adventurous. All too often I find myself attending group events where the organizers invariably make the decision to order the same dreary thing every...
View ArticleCircles pleases with Thai fusion - New location brings quality Asian cuisine...
The popular South Philly spot Circles contemporary Asian restaurant opened its second location in Northern Liberties in June. The fusion restaurant’s menu is filled with generous portions of high...
View ArticleHan Dynasty’s Sichuan cuisine is triumphant
[/media-credit] Popular Chinese restaurant Han Dynasty recently opened a new location at 38th and Market streets. The restaurant stands out from other Chinese restaurants in Philadelphia because of...
View ArticleGlobal flavors arrive on campus - Market 16 & Noodle Bar brings sushi, tea...
[/media-credit] Market 16 Noodle Bar opened September 24 and has brought new global flavors to campus. Selling tea, noodles, and sushi as well as produce and international groceries. Market 16 is a...
View ArticleLas Cazuelas takes Philly south of the border
[/media-credit] Las Cazuelas in Northern Liberties transports the diner from Philadelphia to Mexico. The authentic fare is inspired by Puebla, Mexico, the hometown of Las Cazuelas chef Alfredo...
View ArticleLemon Grass is worth the price - Small flavorful dishes deliver quality Thai...
[/media-credit] Lemon Grass Thai has an extensive menu featuring small dishes like their special Lamb of Siam. Though the menu prices are high relative to the portion size, the plates are packed...
View ArticleChima provides unique Brazilian buffet experience
Well, for starters, I suggest dressing business casual at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse, which I did not learn until it was too late. It was like when a family decides to change their game plan from T.G.I...
View ArticleDoc Magrogan’s reels in comforting seafood
It’s rare, but every once in a while I’ll discover someone who doesn’t like seafood. They’ll tell me something along the lines of “they swim in their own filth” or “it smells funny.” I’ve tried to...
View ArticleGood Karma Cafe brews eco-friendly beverages
Good Karma Cafe will satisfy your senses in more ways than what you would expect from a cabaret, let alone a coffee house. It offers a drink and food menu capable of inducing a mini excitement-panic...
View ArticleManakeesh expands the palate
[/media-credit] Lebanese cafe bakery Manakeesh, located at 45th and Walnut streets, serves as a welcoming hang out spot for students and serves exotic cuisine, including shawarma and falafel.Before...
View ArticleBanana Leaf inspires customers to break out of their comfort zone
[/media-credit] Banana Leaf, a Malaysian restaurant located in Center City, has a spacious and decorative interior. The menu features a wide variety of entrees.The art of enjoying food is governed by...
View ArticleStandard Tap tavern pairs seasonal dishes with comforting atmosphere
Standard Tap is a new breed of neighborhood tavern. It fulfills the basic standards — homey food, an unbelievably extensive selection of draft beers, the dull roar of happy patrons, and dim lighting....
View ArticleSweetgreen offers fresh alternative
One of the absolute worst things one can do to oneself is to go on a diet. Now I fully understand that being healthy is important, but to sacrifice food for that goal is abhorrent. There is a small...
View ArticlePure Fare a healthy, friendly option
Whenever a restaurant strives to be more than a just a business, it really shines through. The food can taste great, the staff can be polite, and the place can comfort with carefully arranged decor,...
View ArticleBeck’s Cajun Cafe adds unusual kick to traditional bayou recipes
Have you ever had the urge to eat something out of the ordinary? That longing that emanates from deep within the pit of your stomach, the one that moans and cries out in agony for a delicacy it knows...
View ArticleResurrection lets craftiness shine - The South Philadelphia Ale House is one...
Ayin Desai – The Triangle: Resurrection Ale House, located in South Philadelphia, is known for its specialty beers and unique dishes. The establishment is owned by married couple Brendan Hartranft and...
View ArticleMac Mart gives you food in a flash - Brand new lunch truck makes unique Mac...
The Mac Mart has rightfully proclaimed itself “the first mac ‘n’ cheese food truck in Philadelphia” and is one of the most prominent on 33rd Street. It is easy to spot due to its vibrant pink exterior...
View ArticleSay Cheese food truck grills up filling, scrumptious sandwiches
Magda Papaioannou-Drexel students craving a grilled cheese sandwich can pay a visit to Say Cheese, a food truck located at 33rd and Arch streets Customers can enjoy sandwiches such as The Franc,...
View ArticleAbyssinia dishes authentic Ethiopian cuisine
When it comes to just about any institution, the name of the game is showmanship. So long as your product is eye-catching and unique, you’re in business. Flashing lights and pretty sights turn...
View ArticleTequilas brings authentic south-of-the-border cuisine to Philadelphia
For Mexican food lovers, Tequilas restaurant is the ideal place to dine. Bright, colorful Mexican artwork depicting peasants and a newlywed couple painted as corpses greet you upon entering the...
View ArticleLocal pizza joint comes under new management
Village Pizza is under new ownership, and these guys are looking to make a strong impact on the local food scene. The same people who brought Jimmy John’s sandwich shop to University City have...
View ArticleBranzino dishes up classic Italian cuisine, although for a steep price
Branzino Italian Ristorante — the first impression is really in the name. At least for me, Branzino has a certain flair to it, fancy but not unwelcoming. Mind you, this is disregarding the fact that...
View ArticleStreet Food Philly worth the price
I find myself standing in front of the Street Food Philly food truck again, with the sun shining and my mouth watering for the local dry-aged burger that I just ordered. I am waiting with a friend of...
View ArticleStarr eatery impresses with elegance
Parc Restaurant, Bistro & Cafe is one of Rittenhouse Square’s greatest assets. Parc’s prime location at the corner of 18th and Locust streets is an attribute to its success; customers are able to...
View ArticleBrick American Eatery serves up a decadent twist on classic dishes
To begin with a disclosure, the location of Brick American Eatery in the more residential neighborhood of Rittenhouse Square swayed my opinion of the restaurant more favorably than had it been placed...
View ArticlePrime Rib creates 1940s vibe
It always feels like you went back in time to 1940s Manhattan when you dine at The Prime Rib. The first Prime Rib restaurant location opened in Baltimore in 1965, followed by Washington in 1976 and...
View ArticleKanella restaurant dishes out filling Greek delicacies
Given that my idea of Greek food is a chicken gyro with French fries on it — and to make matters worse, I pronounce it as “jeye-roh” like a true ‘Murican — I did not expect the cuisine I was fed at...
View ArticleCrowd favorites win at Rangoon
Photo Courtesy Rangoon Restaurant. Rangoon’s menu includes dishes reminiscent of Thai favorites, like the Shan Rice Noodles, as well as vegetarian options. Though close to the busy restaurants of...
View ArticleBistro La Baia keeps the tradition alive with timeless Italian cuisine
Photo Courtesy Sarah & Russ Seehafer. Bistro La Baia, located at 1700 Lombard St., is a classic Italian BYOB that serves up comforting dishes like fettuccine in a vodka cream sauce and baked...
View ArticleEl Rey upholds Starr’s foodie fame
Stephen Starr never fails to impress. I’ve been a huge fan of his restaurants since coming to Philly, and I become excessively excited and even proud every time I visit one of his places. This is...
View ArticleAmada offers classic Spanish tapas
For the end of my first year at Drexel, two of my friends and I decided to go out. We wanted to celebrate our triumph of surviving freshman year in addition to saying goodbye before the three of us...
View ArticleBuddakan accents Asian flavors in modern dishes
Last week, Philadelphia held its 10th year of Restaurant Week in Center City. Presented by TD Bank, Restaurant Week is when many restaurants take part in serving a three-course meal for lunch and/or...
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