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.
“Smith Cried Throughout the Interview” and Other Details from the CHOP Murder Confession
Jason Smith, the Levittown exterminator charged with killing CHOP doctor Melissa Kenuti in her Center City home, was ordered to face trial today for murder […]
A Springtime in Venice at C19
Warm weather means all sorts of new menus and dining features all around Philadelphia. C19 Cichetteria Venezia, Rittenhouse Square’s Venetian restaurant is introducing a new […]
Breaking: Bart Blatstein Buys Rittenhouse Square’s McIhenney Mansion!
This is big news for real estate junkies–about as big as it gets. According to Hidden City, Philadelphia maverick developer Bart Blatstein–of the Piazza, Provence […]
The Dandelion Hosts The William Bros. Brewing Co. This Thursday
At the Dog Room at Stephen Starr’s The Dandelion, will be featuring Scotland’s William Bros. Brewing Co. this Thursday, April 4th, from 9-11 p.m. It’s a […]
Food & Wine Names Best Bacon Burgers, Goes to Wrong Corner
Food & Wine makes a list of the best bacon burgers in the country and curiously choose Shake Shack’s SmokeShack burger as Philadelphia’s best. True, the […]
Tinto Calls the “Txotx” – Cider Tasting
First some Rioja, and now some cider. Tinto’s second installment of their monthly pairing dinners is welcoming in the world of European cider. Every year […]
It Is Spring … Bryan Sikora Is Gone from a.kitchen
Bryan Sikora told Michael Klein today he had been fired as chef at a.kitchen by David Fields. Sikora was scheduled to be leaving sometime this spring […]
What You Missed This Weekend: Anne Hathaway, in Rittenhouse, Disguised in a Pink Wig
Anne Hathaway, whose parents–LaSalle graduates–have Philly roots, was in town this weekend, partying as inconspicuously as possible. (But not inconspicuously enough.) Philly Chitchat reports that […]
New York’s Joe Coffee Set to Add to Philadelphia’s Coffee Scene
New York based coffee purveyor Joe will open its first non-New York location overlooking Rittenhouse Square on Tuesday, April 2nd. Proprietor Jonathan Rubinstein says “we […]
Are There Tax Deadbeats In Rittenhouse Square?
We don’t mean right this second, like hanging out by the fountain. But when you think about deadbeats who don’t pay property taxes, you probably […]
The Warwick’s Bartender, Don Rickles, Is Going Blu in the Face
Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel Philadelphia — that’s the new name for the classic Center City hotel, which will get upgraded guest rooms and a new lobby. But they should probably keep the bartender.
The Most Expensive Rental Condo in Rittenhouse Square
Always wanted to be #1 but were never good enough at sports or spelling to get an award? Then the real estate status game might […]
Rittenhouse Square Rental for $6,000: Elegance on Steroids
This exquisite unit is the most expensive 2-bedroom condo rental on Rittenhouse Square. It’s easy to see why.
Fossil Is Not Coming to 1616 Walnut, But We’ll Soon Know What Is
Fossil wanted signs that didn’t go with an Art Deco facade. Which retailer can make its signage work with the historically designated building?
Who Will Claim Daffy’s Old Center City Location?
Our colleagues at PhillyMag’s new Property blog say that bidding on the old Daffy’s location at 17th and Walnut is down to two bidders, both […]