Best Chicken and Waffles
Ms. Tootsie’s
Philadelphia’s famous Ms. Tootsie’s keeps it upscale right in the midst of the happenings of South Street. The menu has everyone’s favorite soul food dishes, from homemade macaroni and cheese to collard greens to, most importantly, their famous fried chicken and waffles. Complemented by a fluffy, light Belgian waffle, this anytime delight definitely comforts the soul. 215.731.9045. kevenparker.net
Best First Date Spot
Positano Coast
The word is that there’s been more people than not that enjoy first dates at Positano Coast. The restaurant, crudo, and wine bar has an Italian-inspired lounge that doesn’t feel too romantic for potential lovebirds. Try the zucchini fritters, potato croquettes, and calamari with marinara sauce as you get acquainted in this sexy city standby. 215.238.0499. positanocoast.net
Best Brunch
Relish
A good friend once said, “You haven’t lived until you’ve had the brunch at Relish.” The West Oak Lane eatery makes this weekend ritual an experience to remember. Foodies have been known to finish the plate (as Nana would advise) over mouthwatering sweet potato mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and rotisserie chicken. 215.276.0170. relishphiladelphia.com
Best Sports Bar
Elephant & Castle
Inspired by the British pub scene, Elephant & Castle will tickle your traveling fancy. Although located at 1800 Market Street, the sports bar is filled with London pride. Enjoy world-class brews from all over the globe as you nosh on nachos and watch the Flyers. The curried chicken served over jasmine rice and the fish and chips are fan favorites. 215.751.9977. elephantcastle.com
Best Live Music
Warmdaddy’s
Nothing sets a better mood than cocktails, food, and good music. Warmdaddy’s jazz supper club is a Philadelphia classic —like water ice—located on Columbus Boulevard. Warmdaddy’s embodies the true vibe and culture of the real Southern rhythm & blues experience. If you are looking for a place to relax with that good-ole bayou feeling, Warmdaddy’s has your name on it. 215.462.2000. warmdaddys.com
Best Spa
Mellow Massage Therapy Center
Nothing beats going to a relaxing oasis after a hard day’s work. The Mellow Massage Therapy Center, located on Scotts Lane in East Falls, is the perfect destination for the city sweeper that has swept too much. Experience lavish massage therapy from the professionals who want to make Philadelphia feel fabulous. You don’t want to miss out on getting the Signature Integrated Mellow Massage, it’s the perfect combination of Swedish and deep tissue mas-sages. 215.843.2234. mellowmassage.com
Best Bar
The Palm
Red Velvet, The Palm Punch, and Sweet N’ Sassy are just a few of the fabulous cocktails The Palm Philadelphia offers. We all love a good cocktail once in awhile, and The Palm Philadelphia is the place to go. The Bellevue Hotel location has some of the city’s best bartenders and cocktails, perfect after a long, hard day of work. 215.546.7256. thepalm.com/philadelphia
