Rittenhouse Square

Rittenhouse Square is one of Philadelphia’s most popular neighborhoods. One of the five original squares planned by city founder William Penn in the late 17th century, the park at the heart of Rittenhouse Square is widely considered one of the finest urban public spaces in the country. The square is home to many works of public art, and the neighborhood serves as a hub for fine dining and extensive retail. Check out our ultimate guide to dining in Rittenhouse before making your next reservation.

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Property’s Morning Obsession: Wall Street Journal’s Rittenhouse Square Coverage

The Wall Street Journal simply can’t get enough of Philadelphia. Our favorite tipster Z2 writes, “Last month it was the ‘latest twist in home design […]

Foobooz

First Bite: Luke’s Lobster

The Thursday that sign is referring to is today. And noon was already two hours ago. So if you’re not at Luke’s Lobster right now, […]

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Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival Is Happening This Saturday

The annual Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival is this Saturday, May 18, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.. The festival extends from Walnut Street from Broad to […]

The Scene

Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival Preview Party

On Monday night, at the Rittenhouse Hotel, the Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival Preview Party previewed many of the eateries that will be participating in the […]

Property

The Penthouses at 10 Rittenhouse in Various States of Undress

His and hers sinks? Please. At 10 Rittenhouse, the master bedrooms in select penthouse units come with entire his and hers bathrooms. The Robert A.M. […]

Rittenhouse Square Townhouse for sale with historical architectural features complemented by modern amenities.
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Old World Modern: Rittenhouse Square Townhouse for Sale

SPOTLIGHT LISTING: Rittenhouse Square townhouse for sale The age-old debate between buying an old home versus buying a new one can be a tricky one […]

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Rittenhouse Square’s Art Alliance to Get Gift Shop, Renovations

Maybe you’ve wandered by the Wetherill Mansion and have felt a little too intimidated to walk inside. The grand building can look a little foreboding […]

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La Spinetta Wine Dinner at Il Pittore

Surrender yourself to a night of opulence. You’ll feel good about it, I promise, and you’ll feel it the moment you walk in. It might, […]

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Tria Rittenhouse Turns Nine and Celebrates with Bubbly

The original Tria location at 18th and Sansom turns nine years old today. So as you might guess, the Rittenhouse wine bar is celebrating. And […]

Property

Rittenhouse Hotel Renovation Begins: Biecker to Leave, Lacroix to Stay

Though the Hersha Hotel chain bought the Rittenhouse Hotel more than a year ago, the visible rehab and renovation efforts are quite recent. Today, smartly […]

Property

WSJ: Philly Is Perfect Case Study for the Latest Twist in Home Design

Hank McNeil, who just sold Rittenhouse Square’s legendary McIlhenney Mansion to Bart Blatstein, is suddenly having a serious 15 minutes of fame. After a flurry […]

Luxury Rittenhouse Square Condo
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Luxury Rittenhouse Square Condo in the Heart of Center City

Spotlight Listing: Luxury Rittenhouse Square Condo Buyers searching for a place in the center of Philly’s action will love this luxury Rittenhouse Square condo. The […]

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Scoop de Ville Is Leaving Chestnut Street, What’s Next?

Scoop de Ville, the popular ice cream spot at 1734 Chestnut Street is closing its doors for good on Saturday, April 27th. Rising rents are to […]

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Allan Domb Discusses 13th Street, Rittenhouse Square and More

Check out the week’s most interesting posts on Philadelphia magazine’s real estate blog, Property. Real estate king Allan Domb talks plans for 13th Street and the north side […]

City Life

An iPhone App That Lets You “Listen” to Rittenhouse Square

Open toes, picnic blankets, the sun. All have recently made their spring debuts in Rittenhouse Square. So too has an interesting new iPhone app–timed in […]