For a fun, laid-back and exciting meal, Heritage restaurant located in Northern Liberties is an excellent choice. With live jazz music and an exciting seasonal menu, this eatery has a rustic and yet modern fell to it. Lush plants hang along the wall behind the long wooden bar, creating a cozy and intimate ambiance. Enjoy their variety of dishes which includes Brisket, Cape Cod Mussels, Pig Head Torchon, Foie Gras, Duck Leg Confit, Whole Trout, Pork & Clam and Rabbit Meatball. Wash down a meal here with a wine or a beer, choosing from their wide range of local craft ales.
Inspired by the cozy Belgium brasseries, this neighborhood cafe is a great place to grab a reasonable burger and fresh cut fries, or relax over delicacies like steamed mussels, smoked salmon, sea scallops, roasted duck or filet mignon. Like a European bistro, the atmosphere at Monk's Cafe is casual and friendly with rich wood bars and booths in which to relax. However, what sets it apart is the monastic vibe it radiates, which is quite nerve-soothing in all true senses. Choose from 200 beers from around the world, or sample one of the 25 Belgian beers on tap. There's a nice selection of wine and bottled beers, too. To get a taste of the authentic Belgian brewing nuances, you can side your nibbles with Allaghash White, a delectable Belgian-style white beer or Harvey's Elizabethan Ale, complete with strong spicy and fruity notes.
This brew pub with a dimly lit interior, dark wood tables, and antique-style collectables hanging on the walls makes for a cozy atmosphere. But if you're looking for a bottle of one of those well-known beers, you'll have to go elsewhere. Standard Tap only serves local microbrews on draft such as the Slyfox Pikeland Pils or the Victory Hope Devil either of which goes perfectly with the Standard Tap Burger. Weekend brunch is popular with entrees such as the ham & cheddar omelet or French Toast with raspberry puree. The first Saturday Brunch of the month features something for the whole family. Parents can relax while children are entertained with the live music of Lara and Joe in the upstairs bar.
Located on East Norris Street, Loco Pez is known for serving delectable Mexican cuisine and specializing in tacos. The menu is quite diverse and offers a slew of enchiladas, sides and appetizers, burritos and meats. Their street style preparations are quite flavorsome and the restaurant has gained much popularity among the locals. Their $1 Taco Days are quite a big hit among many a patron. Must try on their menu includes the beef loaded Gabacho Taco, Nachos de Kenzo and Tostada Trio. The alcohol menu is quite impressive too; they serve tap beers, wines and tequilas.
Open since 2007, Teresa's Next door is a beer bar operating next door to award winning Italian restaurant Teresa's Cafe. This critically acclaimed place offers Garre Belgium beer all through the year, a diverse international selection of beers and whiskeys, and a full wine bar. The carefully selected beers are available on 24 rotating taps, 2 hand-pumped casks, and they also have specialty glassware, so you can enjoy your drink in style. Their eclectic food menu is evenly matched with their beverage list, featuring classic bar foods (game burgers, tacos),eight different versions of mussels, and decadent desserts. With its happy hours, knowledgeable staff and reasonably priced menu, Teresa's Next Door offers foodies and beer geeks an unique dining experience.
Head to The Original Tony Luke's to experience Philly sandwiches like no other. Taking South Philly steaks to another level Tony Luke's is renowned all over the world for its sumptuous cheesesteakes, roast pork Italian and chicken cutlet being among the popular favorites. What sets this Philadelphia cheesesteak joint apart is that it uses locally sourced meats that are a hundred percent antibiotic and hormone free and grown naturally. Use of made-to-order breads baked in stores everyday, guarantees freshness and tastes second to none. With regular new additions on the menu, there is always something to look forward to at Tony Luke's. Hearty portions of decadent food makes this the quintessential sandwich shop of South Philly.