Get the best of both worlds- an ice cream parlor inside a bakery. Bredenbeck's has certainly cornered the market on sweets from their small storefront in Chestnut Hill. They're experts in everything from butter cookies to wedding cakes. Their treats are sure to satisfy any cravings your sweet tooth might have. They even have pet-friendly sweets for your dog! Make sure to check out the variety in their ice cream parlor. They often feature the hard-to-find "Gadzooks" ice cream made popular by Philadelphia radio personalities "Preston and Steve." Prices range from $2 for a small treat to $30 and up for larger cakes.
The Chefs at Bluefin Japanese Restaurant are extremely knowledgeable. Chef Yong Kim is an expert on tuna. View the website to learn all about the different kinds available. Other than specialty rolls from the delectable sushi bar, Kim creates dishes like grilled yellow tail cheek served with yusu ponzu sauce and the grilled eel over white rice.
Little Fish BYOB is ranked among the top seafood restaurants in Philly, and although you have to venture out to Bella Vista, it is surely worth a visit. The main draw is the food here; and the menus strongly focus on fresh and seasonal seafood locally-sourced from artisan purveyors. The restaurant follows a BYOB policy, so you can pair the dishes with a glass of your preferred wine without bearing the brunt of extra charges. Food is served a la carte style from Monday to Saturday and a separate tasting menu is offered on Sundays. The Kampachi, Striped Bass and King Salmon are must-trys. Reservations are highly recommended.
A cute little food truck, Pitruco sells fresh handmade pizzas in the neighborhood of University City. Grounded at different locations on everyday of the week, Pitruco has earned itself a lot of fans in the city. A brick oven is nestled on the truck, where all the pizzas are baked to perfection. A modest menu of 5-6 varieties, it also sells drinks and sodas to complement the taste of pizza. Soppressata, Radicchio and eggplant varieties are the most loved and ordered on their menu. Take a look at their website, to know where they will be selling for the day.
An intimate Asian fusion restaurant, Sampan specializes in an innovative menu of contemporary Asian delicacies. Edamame dumplings at this Asian tapas eatery are simply divine. Do try its Bulgogi, very succulent and tasty, and so is the Korean BBQ. Popular items at Sampan include Kung Pao Shrimp, Beef Short Rib and Pork Bao Bun.
Just like its name suggests, Random Tea Room is a pretty, eclectic collection of of curious things. Be it the 40 artisanal teas from all over the world, or the cups they serve them in, or the cutesy dining area - everything at this place will make you coo with delight. Done up using wonderfully whimsical furniture and decor elements that feature vintage tea and coffee accessories, pretty trinkets and such, The Random Tea Room & Curiosity Shop also offers an equally impressive food menu dominated by homemade baked goodies such as apple muffins and scones, to name a few. Apart from that, the place also offers a beautiful collection of locally-made jewelry and retails aromatic and herbal loose teas.