Housed in an 18th century granary, this elegant, old brick restaurant Bistro Romano has been a Philadelphia dining mainstay since 1988. Located in the historic Society Hill district, it is a favorite of the local media and ranks amongst the area's top restaurants. The Smoked Chicken Ravioli and the Veal Rosini are two of the menu's more popular entrees. On weekends, diners can enjoy cocktails in its piano bar, or for a change of pace, take part in its acclaimed Mystery Theater.
The Khyber is one of the oldest bars in Philadelphia. It is the quintessential rock club - all dark and smoky. The chosen bar for old and new rockers alike, most bands go on to hit the jackpot from here (always a good sign). The bar itself, designed with ferocious red eyed gargoyles that have been shipped from London way back in 1876! The club boasts of at least one good live show in a week, and happy hour is between 5p-7p. So stop by to chug some beers from the excellent selection, which has both local and international brews. There's also a good selection of delicious pub-style fare on offer, including many vegetarian and vegan options to choose from.
Tria offers its guests a relaxing and intimate environment. It is a mixture between a small bar and a café. On Philadelphia's warm nights, they open the candle-lined bay windows. There are numerous, inexpensive items on the menu ranging from salads to sandwiches. The dessert selections nicely accompany Tria's wine list. This bar-café sets itself apart from other noisy venues in Philadelphia by offering a cozy setup that would be ideal for a date or a relaxing night. Open Monday to Saturday noon onwards.
If you are looking for casual hangout with friends that serves delicious dishes, then make your way to Kraftworks. Tease your taste buds with dishes like Korean BBQ Pork Tacos, Margherita Pizza, Beer Can Chicken Sandwich, Kraftwork Burger which can be complemented with drinks like beer, creative cocktails or a glass of wine. The interiors are wood furnished with brick walls adding a warehouse appeal to the restaurant. Patrons usually praise the place for the friendly service. They also host live music events from time to time performed by local artists.
At Grindcore House you will find some of the best breakfast, lunch as well as dinner specials. The cafe is very popular because of their unique offering of vegan, vegetarian and organic dishes and hence enjoys a loyal patronage. They offer a plethora of non-dairy creamers and their sandwiches and pastries are made without meat, eggs or milk. Here, creativity oozes from their decor and settles only on your plate. A perfect spot to pick up a sandwich to go but also ideal for a sit-down lunch with friends and family, Grindcore House is a heaven for those with dietary preferences.
Its claim of being the "Finest Coffeehouse in Galaxy" may appear to be too far-fetched. However, you can definitely rely on this coffeehouse to get a perfect dose for your caffeine fix while in Phoenixville. The variety of aromatic coffees served here, be it hot or cold, are handcrafted by the expert staff with beans sourced from the Carrboro Coffee Company. Other refreshment options include milkshakes, Italian soda, iced tea and more. And that's not all, as the kitchen dishes out an array of tantalizing appetizers, salads and pizzas, that are appeasing to the taste buds. For entertainment, the cafe has a weekly fixture of live music by various local and national bands, that gets the music-loving crowd up on their feet. Visit their website to know more.