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.
Barbuzzo is a trendy Mediterranean restaurant and bar in Center City. The restaurant has a rustic feel to it with its wood oven pizzas & roasting, counter seating at the marbled bar and kitchen counter which overlooks the open kitchen, outdoor patio and the Mediterranean farm cuisine. The food is beautifully handcrafted such as the uovo pizza with spring onion, guanciale, fava leaves & farm egg, house made Sheeps Milk Ricotta and Burrata From Puglia. Don't forget to try their famous Salted caramel Budino dessert. A great place to enjoy the delightful food whether vegetarian or not, Barbuzzo will definitely grow in you.
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.
Casually charming The Good King Tavern offers diners a relaxed, lively environment to eat, mingle and generally have a good time. The family run tavern features a French brasserie inspired menu with classic dishes like pan bagnat, socca, steak and eggs, escargot and salad nicoise. With a nice selection of craft beers, house wines and cocktails, there are several options to accompany your meal. Whether you're stopping by for an evening out with friends or a week end brunch with the family, the atmosphere us lively and the ambiance is good for a leisurely, uninterrupted meal over a pichet of wine. For reservations, call the restaurant.
Just off the Delaware Expressway, Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse is a BBQ lover's haven. Opened in 2005 by Jim and Brooke Higgins, their slow cooked meats on an hickory smoke pit are delicious and juicy. The rustic ambiance is welcoming and the aroma of smoking meat is tantalizing in this restaurant. Their meats and poultry have a distinct pink color to it as they are cooked in a closed pit and slow cooked for several hours. Dig into their Memphis Baby Back Ribs, Smoked Kielbasa and BBQ Pulled Chicken along with their sides such as Dixie Coleslaw, Spicy Collard Greens and Mashed Sweet Potatoes. You can also have their BBQ delights as sandwiches as well. Take a sip of a craft brew, wine or a choice drink from their fully stocked bar.