WINTER 2002/2003 C O N V E N T I O N C E N T E R VISITORS GUIDE THE ATTENDEE S GUIDE TO PHILADELPHIA DINING, SHOPPING, ENTERTAINMENT & SIGHT-SEEING
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TOURS & ATTRACTIONS ATTRACTIONS Christ Church 2nd St above Market St 215/922-1695 Founded in 1695, this has been the spiritual home of many of the Founding Fathers and first families of Society Hill. Free tours daily. Benjamin Franklin and his wife are in the Christ Church Burial Ground at 4th and Arch Sts, two blocks north and two west. The New Jersey State Aquarium has over 4,000 aquatic animals. Elfreth s Alley 2nd St between Arch and Race Sts 215/574-0560. This historic street features some of the oldest residen- Camden Waterfront Attractions are just over the Ben Franklin Bridge, easily accessed by car, train, or ferry. 4 Courtesy Camden Waterfront Marketing Bureau convention center visitors guide WINTER 2002/2003
MANAYUNK priced Southwestern cuisine. We also offer a complete vegetarian menu. Located a half-mile above Main Street Manayunk with FREE PARKING. Dress casually and enjoy our vacation-like atmosphere. Opens daily 11:30am. Happy hour Mon-Fri 4:30-6:30pm. Every Monday is Fiesta Night: Two Dinner entrees and a bottle of wine or a pitcher of beer for only $30! Located along the scenic Schuylkill River, just minutes from Center City, Manayunk is a great place to shop at dozens of unique shops and dine at the many fine restaurants along Main Street. EVENTS Miracle on Main Stroll historic Main Street Manayunk, brimming with holiday gift ideas from the many unique boutiques and galleries. Thursday Evenings (December 5th, 12th & 19th), selected retailers offer extended hours and special surprises for shoppers. RESTAURANTS M1 The Adobe Café 4550 Mitchell St Roxborough 215/483-3947. A Philadelphia favorite for over ten years, The Adobe serves high quality, moderately Arroyo Grille 1 Leverington Avenue at Main Street 215/487-1400. The Arroyo Grille features some of the best Mexican Cuisine in Philadelphia. Nestled on Venice Island in Manayunk, Arroyo has a year-round River Deck that allows you to enjoy the views of the river while dining in a comfortable and fun atmosphere. Arroyo also features the largest collection of Tequila in Philadelphia, and plenty of FREE parking. Open for lunch/dinner 7 days, Sunday brunch. www.arroyogrille.com M2 Chuck Farley s Bar & Grille 473 Leverington Ave (a half mile above Main Street Manayunk) 215/482-7500. Farley s is open 7 days a week from 11am-2am and offers Free Parking. Farley s offers a full menu for lunch, dinner and late night, including steaks, seafood, ribs, chicken, veal, pasta entrees and even an authentic brick oven for pizza. A great selection of beer, wine, and specialty drinks, too! Farley s even has entertain- 16 convention center visitors guide WINTER 2002/2003
MAP OF CENTER CI CENTER CITY D1..................... D Angelo s Ristorante Italiano and Lounge (p. 22) D2.............. Devon Seafood Grille (p. 26) D3....................... Fergie s Pub (p. 23) D4............ Independence Brew Pub (p. 27) D5.......................... Irish Pub (p. 29) D6.......................... Ludwig s Garten D7....................... Monk s Café (p. 21) D8..................... Nodding Head (p. 21) D9................... Roya Restaurant (p. 23) D10......... Ruth s Chris Steak House (p. 20) D11........... Trattorria Primadonna (p. 22) D12......................... Tokyo Japanese Restaurant (p. 23) UNIVERSITY CITY D13.......................... Zocalo (p. 29) NORTHERN LIBERTIES N1........................ El Viejo San Juan N2.............................. McFadden s Restaurant and Saloon (p. 28) ART MUSEUM AREA A1.................... Bishops Collar (p. 29) A2............................. Rembrandt s Restaurant and Bar (p. 9) SOUTH STREET S1....................... Copabanana (p. 42) S2.......................... The Dark Horse S3...................... Downeys Pub (p. 43) S4........................ Latest Dish (p. 43) S5.............................. Nola (p. 42)
TY PHILADELPHIA OLD CITY/WATERFRONT O1............................ Anjou (p. 32) O2....................... City Tavern (p. 31) O3........................ Cuba Libre (p. 35) O4............................. Darbar Grill Fine Indian Cuisine (p. 33) O5................ DiPalma Ristorante & Bar O6............. Eulogy Belgian Tavern (p. 30) O7........... Mexican Post Restaurant & Bar O8.................. Nick s Roast Beef (p. 33) O9..................... World Fusion (p. 33) O10.................... Chart House (p. 32) CHINATOWN C1........................ Peter Chen (p. 37) C2........................ Ocean City (p. 36) C3............................... Serendipity Restaurant & Bar (p. 36) C4......................... Singapore Kosher Vegetarian Restaurant (p. 37) C5................ Tai Lake Restaurant (p. 37) C6....................... Taste of Thai (p. 37) C7.................... Vietnam Palace (p. 36) WATERFRONT MAP................................ (p. 4) MANAYUNK MAP............................... (p. 16) SOUTH PHILLY MAP............................... (p. 39)
DINING 16TH ST 15TH ST 14TH ST 13TH ST 12TH ST FITZWATER ST CATHERINE ST CHRISTIAN ST RPENTER ST GTON AVE 11TH ST 4 7 6 PASSYUNK AVE SOUTH STREET BAINBRIDGE ST 2 8 1 10TH ST Romantic, warm, friendly and delicious -- a true taste of Italy. SOUTH PHILLY FRONT ST 9TH ST 8TH ST 7TH ST 6TH ST 2ND ST 5TH ST 4TH ST 3 5 3RD ST 95 make this a must stop. Come dine in a charming old world parlor atmosphere of yesterday. Private room for parties up to 50. Tues-Thurs, 11:30am-9:30pm. Fri 11:30am-10:30pm, Sat 3-10:30pm. Sun 3-9:30pm. Cash and most major credit cards accepted. Valet Parking Fri, Sat evenings. La Vigna s chefs, direct from Italy, bring years of experience preparing authentic Northern Italian cuisine. Ample parking and easy access to the Sports Complex Center City and Penn s Landing (I-95 at exit 20). 1100 S. Front Street 215-336-1100 Il Villaggio offers contemporary Italian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. 3 Il Villaggio 782 S Second St 215/627-7701. Located in the historic Queen Village Neighborhood, Il Villaggio offers contemporary Italian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere where tradition and old world flair encompass you for a com- WINTER 2002/2003 convention center visitors guide 39