The Philly Mag Restaurant Club
Restaurant Club
TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2009
Hey there, RCers!
Planning on indulging in some time with the family this holiday weekend? If you’re headed into the city, stop by Max Brenner Chocolates — the virtual chocolate funhouse officially opens tomorrow. (For a taste, see our photo tour below with Max himself.) Headed to a ballgame? We’ve got a guide to Citizens Bank Park eats (whatever you’re craving there, we’ve got the answer). Looking for some grownup time? Check out our profile on the unstoppable Jose Garces before dining at one of his always-worth-it spots. Debating whether to take the kids? Check out Joy Manning’s thoughts on kids in restaurants. Most of all, enjoy your holiday weekend — we’ll chat next week.
the latest dish, hot restaurant news
First Look: Who Is Jose Garces?
Fresh from our July issue, the first in-depth profile of the chef/restaurateur who’s poised to become the next Stephen Starr — including details on his latest project. More ...

Citizens Bank Park Eating Guide
We think every meal is an opportunity, so don’t settle for lame concessions at a Phillies game — use our guide to homerun eats. More ...

Sneak Peek Photos: A Look Inside Max Brenner Chocolates
With a full menu (yes, breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and a full bar, this virtual funhouse of a restaurant (opening tomorrow!) has the potential to be so much more than just a candy shop. More ...

Food for Thought: Do Kids and Restaurants Mix?
Three recent — and vastly different — experiences with young children at restaurants has critic Joy Manning wondering whether it’s time to ban the babes. More ...
where you're eating
Little FishFranklin's Classic Steaks & HoagiesHan Dynasty
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This Reviewer: 8.8
Avg. Rating: 1.9
This Reviewer: 2.8
Avg. Rating: 9.2
This Reviewer: 8.4
Mr says: “A must for BYOB and fish fans.” More ...Mike says: “Not even close to a real Italian hoagie — very bland and tasteless.” More ...Kevin says: “The real deal, not washed-out Americanized fake ‘Chinese’ food.” More ...
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deals and events
Through 7/10: Block Party
You may not have heard of The Blockley yet – it just had its grand opening on Friday – but now you can go check it out with a special deal for Restaurant Club members. Grab a seat at this rustic-looking West Philly bar, and when you order an entrée, sandwich, or salad, you’ll get one of the house specials for free: Choose between the Chesapeake Bay Fries (think luscious cheddar, jumbo lump crab, and green onions) or Poutine (beef short rib and caramelized onion gravy, fries, and cheese). Mention the RC deal it to your server. Offer ends July 10th.

Through 8/31: Le Free Vin
Head downstairs to Le Bar Lyonnais, tell the bartender that you are from the Restaurant Club, and he’ll hook you up with a sommelier-picked free glass of wine when you order an entrée. As if we needed more reason to spend our evenings here. Offer ends August 31st.

Check out our constantly updated list of Restaurant Club offers on our blog!

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