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That Other Liberty Bell No One Cares About Locked Away in Closet Today

In 1976, the Queen of England brought over a replica of our old pal Liberty Bell, to commemorate the Bicentennial. How sweet and thoughtful–our new […]

City Life

Check Out Detailed Crime Patterns in YOUR Neighborhood!

Today, AxisPhilly, formerly Philadelphia Public Interest Information Network (I approve of the name change), launched its spiffy new website. Among the features you’ll see there […]

Restaurants

February’s Han Dynasty Old City Tasting with Han Himself

The first Monday of every month is Han Dynasty’s ridiculous monthly tasting dinner in Old City. The multi-course feast is hosted by Han Chiang himself […]

Restaurants

Craft & Claw Closes in Old City

Sunday night was the final night for Craft & Claw in Old City. The replacement for Mad River had been well received by the critics in […]

Restaurants

Around the Web: Restaurant Week Lunch at Amada

Jamie Shenker of Midtown Lunch heads to Amada for a Restaurant Week lunch, where she recommends the croquettes, blackened chicken over salad, the chorizo and most […]

Restaurants

Cuba Libre Offering 52¢ Empanadas Today for Happy Hour

In celebration of today’s 52-degree weather, Cuba Libre is offering 52 cent empanadas today during happy hour. So head on down to Second Street from […]

Restaurants

Fork Debuts New Winter Cocktail List

Since chef Eli Kulp has arrived at Fork he has been quite busy recreating the restaurant and producing menu after new menu. So it’s no […]

Restaurants

Han Dynasty Modifies First Monday Tastings

Han Dynasty in Old City is modifying its first Monday tasting dinners but rest assured, it’s still a crazy good deal. Starting on Monday, January […]

Restaurants

Anybody In The Market For A Restaurant Space In Old City?

  Because there’s one available. Or one that will be available come spring. The space at 263 North 3rd was once the home of the […]

Restaurants

Craft & Claw Aims to “Undouche” Old City

Adam Erace reviews Craft & Claw, the seafood spot that has taken over Mad River in Old City. In it he finds a grown up […]

Restaurants

STORE: Vintage Khyber Pass T-Shirts Are on Sale Now

Today the Foobooz Store unveils the first in our vintage tees collection. The shirt is a recreation of Khyber Pass’ first-ever t-shirt from the ’80s, adorned […]

Restaurants

Old Swanky Bubbles Goes British With The Victoria Freehouse

When it opens next spring in the club formerly known as Swanky Bubbles, The Victoria Freehouse will add an old-school European vibe to Old City […]

Restaurants

Get Your Ass to Khyber Pass Pub’s Second Anniversary

Though the name’s been around for around 40 years, Khyber Pass Pub is celebrating its 2nd birthday since its glorious rehabilitation back in 2010. Tomorrow, […]

Restaurants

Fork Offers Prix-Fixe Lunch

Lunch is not just a time to eat in the middle of the day; its an opportunity to indulge as you refuel yourself in order […]

Restaurants

$4 Cocktails All Month at Continental Old City

Continental Restaurant and Martini Bar in Old City is putting the emphasis on the latter: the bar. Continental is embarking on its first ever “Spirit […]