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Best of Philly 2026

Our rigorously reported, painstakingly curated, confidently opinionated, up-to-the-moment guide to the best things to eat, drink, do, shop, and experience in this city and the ’burbs right now.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
City Life

Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

Philadelphia buried in the haze of the Canadian wildfire smoke on Thursday, January 16, 2026
City Life

Cough, Cough: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Reaches Philly

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City Life

AI Bots Stole My Music

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philadelphia police using tear gas on protesters, who are filing a lawsuit over the use of tear gas
City Life

Dozens of Philly Protesters Just Sued the City Over the Use of Tear Gas on I-676

Meanwhile, a separate suit was simultaneously filed by residents and protesters in West Philly surrounding police activity at a protest there.

Restaurants

Memphis-Style Barbecue Comes to Spring Garden

The Lucky Well is about to open serving classic cocktails, St. Louis pork ribs and other barbecue classics.

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Property

Renovated Colonial Revival in Queen Village

Totally modern yet totally faithful to its 18th-century spirit.

a white wildwood cop punches a black man in the head repeatedly
City Life

Prosecutors Investigating After Wildwood Cop Punches Man in Head Over and Over Again

Plus: Rachel Levine has some potentially bad news for all of us.

City Life

Meet the 2.5 Percent: Philly’s Black Business Owners in the Arts

In Philly, where only 2.5 percent of businesses are Black-owned, these entrepreneurs have overcome more obstacles than most. Then came the pandemic, which has created unique challenges for businesses that rely on gathering people indoors.

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Philadelphia Wedding

This Morris Arboretum Proposal Began With a Stylish Photo Shoot

The suave groom-to-be got the whole family involved.


FEATURED STORIES

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

Our highly anticipated guide to the most exciting, compelling, and provocative restaurants in Philly


facebook posts from two philly cops suing the city after they were punished for social media activity in the Philly police Facebook post scandal
City Life

Current and Fired Cops Sue City for $18 Million Over Philly Police Facebook Post Scandal

They claim their First Amendment rights to free speech were violated when the police department punished them over their social media activity, some of which was deemed violent and racist.

NextHealth PHL

NextUp: The Philly Company Improving Molecular Tests for COVID-19

Biomeme has invented a coronavirus test that can be evaluated outside of traditional lab settings and can deliver accurate results in an hour or less.

City Life

Fox 29 Legal Analyst Says He Was Fired for Being “Too Pro-Black Lives Matter”

Ken Rothweiler accuses the local TV station of “blackballing” him.

Be Well Philly

The Ultimate Guide to Nutritionists and Dietitians in Philly

Looking for some help with eating healthfully? Here’s who you can turn to in the Philadelphia area.

City Life

Sneak Peek: Inside Philadelphia Magazine’s August Issue

It’s our annual Best of Philly tribute.

Find It PhillyWhat you need, when you need it.

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Summer 2026: Your Guide to Philly’s Biggest Summer Ever

Summer 2026: Your Guide to Philly’s Biggest Summer Ever

From the World Cup and MLB All-Star Game to kayak flotillas, lighthouse climbs, and revolutionary adventures, here’s how to make the most of Philadelphia’s once-in-250-years summer.

Best of Philly 2026

Best of Philly 2026

Please give a warm welcome to Best of Philly 2026: Everything you want, didn’t know you needed, and should check out in Philadelphia right now.


City Life

Best Thing: Philly Sports Are Back! Sort Of!

The sounds of summer — pro sports on the radio — return.

City Life

Political Scientist Daniel Q. Gillion on What Makes Protest Movements Effective

Philly has had large and contentious protests, yet the Mayor’s proposed reforms are less radical than those considered in other cities. Penn professor Daniel Gillion explains why that’s not necessarily the end of the story.

City Life

The Pandemic Canceled Michael Smerconish’s Tour, So He Recorded His One-Man Show in an Empty Bucks County Theater

Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Talking was written to be performed in theaters. It will air on CNN on Saturday night instead.

the black taxi, one of two philadelphia restaurants shut down by health officials after citing them for COVID violations
City Life

Philly Health Officials Shut Down Two Restaurants After Citing Them for COVID Violations

Plus: Mike Pence manages to avoid a potentially germy fist bump with John McNesby. And Philly wants to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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