-
- English
- Français
- Log In
- Sign Up for Yelp
DJ "If we only knew then, what we know now..." M.'s Profile
It's Philly's Business!
See All Lists
1. Reading Terminal Market
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 922-2317
Categories:
Specialty Food,
Farmers Market
Neighbourhood: Market East
You spin my head right round, right round, when you go down, when you go downtown. Yes, I did change the lyrics. How does one justify America's oldest Farmer's Market, the Reading Terminal Market, when writing a review... You don't.
Your head…More »
2. Village Belle
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 551-2200
Category:
Mediterranean
Neighbourhoods: Queen Village, Penn's Landing
I was fortunate enough to have attended The Great Meatball Match-up last year and the Village Belle had won first place for their outstanding meatballs, which are served slider style, covered in tomato gravy on a mini hard crusted garlic bun, so…More »
3. Artisan Boulanger Patissier
While sitting at my desk and computer, I hear these strange and muffled, yet enticing moans coming from the family room, I get up, walk into the kitchen and ask the hubs if he is okay. "Oh God, yes, he exclaims", as I then say, what are you doing? He…More »
4. Erawan Thai Cuisine
Philadelphia's Chinatown has been graced by this amazing Thai gem, everything about it was perfection, from the very attentive service from both Yui and Chu, to the soft music, low lighting and candles flickering everywhere. The restaurant and…More »
5. Flavors Of The Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 336-1455
This is where it is at! I attended quite a few events in Philadelphia over the past year and Flavors of the Avenue was one of the best. This happened last April and yes, I am already anxiously awaiting their return. The venue was perfect, under a…More »
6. Pamcakes, a Philly Cupcakery
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 546-2860
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Rittenhouse Square
Pamcakes is a tiny, yet oh so sweet bakery all decked out in bright pink, green and yellow. Their cupcakes are some of the very best to be found in Philly! So moist, plenty of delicious frosting, very creative flavor combinations down to the very…More »
7. Popi's Italian Restaurant
My husband asked the server if the person who made the clam chowder was in the kitchen, Sean said yes, why? Hubby then said, tell whoever made it, that if I didn't think my mother would jump out of her grave to slap me across the face, I would have…More »
8. The Great Meatball Matchup
Philadelphia, PA 19145
(215) 389-1776
Categories:
Venues & Event Spaces,
Specialty Food
On top of spaghetti, all covered with cheese...
Scratch that, no spaghetti here, nor cheese, but more meatballs than you have ever seen in your life!
This was the second annual Great Meatball Matchup at the American Swedish Museum and what a treat! I…More »
9. Citizens Bank Park
Take me out to the ball game! Take me to Citizens Bank Park! Buy me some cheesesteaks and BBQ! Crab fries, soft pretzels; Ump, what did you do!?!
I am a huge fan of baseball. It is one of my loves and my favorite sport, by far. Even though I am a…More »
10. Market Day Canelé
Gaetano! Canele'!
Gaetano was a previous yelp friend, ( you know the one with the pirate picture ) and I was fortunate enough to meet him in real life at the new year 'round farmer's market at the Piazza @Schmidt's, which is open every Saturday…More »
11. The Wishing Well
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 238-6555
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Bars
Neighbourhoods: Italian Market, Bella Vista
Grab a napkin, you're about ready to drool!
I had already viewed the menu on line and was torn once again for several items, one being the in house cured Tasso ham and cheese flatbread with poached eggs or the eggs Benedict with smoked salmon or…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
-
6/29/2011
On a beautiful Saturday afternoon at 5:00, we were greeted by a very friendly bar tender who… Read more »
12. Philly Soft Pretzel Factory
Philadelphia, PA 19195
(215) 569-3988
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
As an 11 year old boy, Dan Dizio sold soft pretzels on the curb and was dreaming of what it would be like to serve hot soft pretzels from his own bakery . At 11, he sold them 5 for $1.00 and took home $100.00 each day, after splitting the proceeds…More »
13. Yelp Elite Event at JG Domestic
I had the most awesome dream last night...
I was chauffeur driven to the beautiful Cira Centre in Philadelphia, where tucked inside, Philly's own Iron Chef, Jose Garces' staff opened their hearts, kitchen and bar, on a normally closed Sunday, to fill…More »
14. Yelp Elite Event at Cichetteria 19
The best laid plans of men and mice... A late lunch, a Yelp Elite Event and a show...
I honestly had not stopped thinking of Cichetteria 19 since our dining experience in February, it left me that impressed and with so many different tantalizing…More »
15. Wicked the Musical Tour
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 790-5800
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhoods: Penn Center, Art Museum District, Logan Square
Absolutely genius, if they had done the original Wizard of Oz, how predictable and boring that would have been. Emmy award winning and ranked the best musical of the decade.
Oh Dorothy and Toto do drop in but you will never see them, besides forget…More »
16. Summers' Salsa
Kit Summers had good reason to believe that his salsa would be a successful and marketable product, weeks later after my daughter and I each bought some to take home we're still talking about it!
I for one adore a great salsa, not only on my Mexican…More »
17. Norman Rockwell Museum
If you are into museums and Norman Rockwell's wonderful works, like I am, then spend a couple of dollars ( yes $2.00 gets you in ) and a couple of hours checking out the collection that Philadelphia has acquired.
I tend to get lost in museums,…More »
18. Walnut Street Theatre
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 574-3550
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhood: Market East
White Christmas is a feel good Broadway musical adapted from the screen film that we all know and love. I believe it follows the movie quite well and my girlfriend believes they could have done more, ah what does she know and I'm writing the…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
-
1/10/2011
I really should not tell you what a fool I have been, because if you take heed to what I am about to… Read more »
19. The American Swedish Historical Museum
Before there was Philadelphia, there was New Sweden, the earliest European settlement in Delaware County. So very much interesting history, from the trade of land with the Indians, William Penn's influence, as well as the English Quakers, you really…More »
20. Victor Cafe
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 468-3040
Categories:
Performing Arts,
Italian
Neighbourhood: Newbold
DiStefano's Victor Cafe brings a whole new meaning to singing for your supper! Wow, I had no clue when we walked in, but the wait staff are all opera students!
The same bus girl that brought us our hot, crusty and might I add, very delicious bread,…More »
21. West Side Story On Tour
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 790-5800
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts South
You've all seen the movie of this tragic love story, filled with passion and pure love straight from Romeo and Juliet. Which is also filled with hate and senseless bigotry, between an American born gang , the Jets from Manhattan, NY and the Sharks,…More »
22. Panini's Trattoria
Buon Appettito!
Panini's Trattoria is a tiny little nook, located in historic Old City, with plenty of sidewalk seating and two cozy ( a bit cramped ) dining rooms inside. The small open kitchen is located centrally between the lower and upper dining…More »
23. Circles Contemporary Asian Cuisine
You're in for a treat today folks, this will be a short, yet sweet review! My husband and I had quite a large brunch at the Mercer Cafe before a Sunday Matinee at the Academy of Music and decided to stop by Circles after the play for appetizers only.…More »
24. Mercer Cafe
Philadelphia, PA 19134
(215) 426-2153
Categories:
Cafes,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Kensington
Hey Benny, come and give me another kiss!
Mercer's is a tiny little corner bistro, that serves only breakfast on Sunday's, they are open until 3:00, but do not offer any soups on anything off the lunch menu. On the other hand they have a great…More »
25. The Original Snockey's Oyster & Crab House
3.75
Snockey's Oyster and Crab House is celebrating their 100th year in business and even though their age shows on the interior, I found it to be clean and they serve good food. Their menu is vast, especially in the seafood department, although they…More »
26. Sweet Freedom Bakery
Philadelphia, PA 19146
(215) 545-1899
Categories:
Bakeries,
Vegan,
Gluten-Free
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts South
Thankfully, I am one of the fortunate ones who has no food allergies and can eat anything my little heart desires. Unfortunately, many folks suffer from Celiac disease, ( gluten ), dairy, corn, eggs, peanuts and soy. Sweet Freedom Bakery in…More »
27. Next To Normal On Tour
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts South
Who would have ever thought that mental illness could be so entertaining... Wait a minute and before you go off in a huff, allow me to semi explain myself.
With that said, I can't tell you about all the twists and turns in this musical Broadway drama…More »
28. Fogo de Chao
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 636-9700
Categories:
Brazilian,
Steakhouses
Neighbourhoods: Penn Center, Market East, Avenue of the Arts South
"OH WILMA, can't you see that the green side of the card is up?"
"Barney, just wait until you see this, I don't think I'll ever be eating brontosaurus again! Wilma and I went to Fogo de Chao for Father's Day and all you have to do is keep that green…More »
29. Mütter Museum
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 563-3737
Category:
Museums
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Penn Center
During the time that my husband spent in Egypt on a government contract job, I saw more than my share of tombs and mummies and learned of the process of mummification over and over again. The first ancient mummies were more of an accident, left to…More »
30. Merriam Theater At the University of the Arts
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 732-5446
Categories:
Performing Arts,
Cinema,
Colleges & Universities
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts South
I'm puzzled by the ratings for this grand old theatre, which is the second oldest in Philadelphia. It's not the most eloquent theatre I have been inside, but the acoustics are great, the staff is very friendly and accommodating and you can catch some…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
-
3/22/2010
The Merriam Theater is too cool and the second oldest theater in Philadelphia They opened their… Read more »
31. In The Heights On Tour
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Category:
Performing Arts
Neighbourhoods: Penn Center, Art Museum District, Logan Square
Is "In The Heights" a modern day West Side Story? Nah, but it kept coming to mind as I'm watching the trials and tribulations of this semi love story unfold on stage. Washington Heights in NYC is the setting for this Latin neighborhood to sing and…More »
32. Tony Luke's Beef and Beer Sports Bar
Tony Luke's has the best cheesesteak in Philadelphia, so far! Let's face it, it's all about the bread and the quality of the meat and they use rib eye baby! Their roll has to be the best out there with a toasted sesame seed crust and a soft interior…More »
33. Tommy DiNic's
You go right ahead and have your Philly cheesesteak while I stand and watch Tommy "DiNic", (Tommy Nicolosi) himself, pull a pork shoulder out of a slow cooking oven, lay the pork on a board and start pulling it apart, enough to fill a twelve inch…More »
34. The Piazza at Schmidt's
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 467-4600
Categories:
Restaurants,
Art Galleries,
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhood: Northern Liberties
This was my first time at The Piazza at Schmidt's and it was also the first day opening for their year 'round Farmer's Market.
I need to be honest with my over all opinion of driving into Northern Liberties and thinking wow, no glitz, no glamour, old…More »
35. Chickie's & Pete's Crab House and Sports Bar
"It's a lot more fun to eat in a bar than it is to drink in a restaurant", is their motto and for those of you who are not familiar with Chickie's & Pete's, they have won the title of Best Sports Bar on the East coast by ESPN, plus countless other…More »
36. Dietz & Watson
Philadelphia, PA 19135
(800) 333-1974
Category:
Meat Shops
Neighbourhood: Frankford
How do you spell being first to review a Major Philadelphia Company? I spell it SWEET.
http://www.dietzandwat...
I shop at Acme Markets for my regular weekly shopping and like Acme loves to do, once you find a product you love, they lose it for…More »
37. Kimmel Center For the Performing Arts
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 670-2388
Categories:
Performing Arts,
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Rittenhouse Square, Avenue of the Arts South
I have supported the Kimmel Center for years. I love the variety of performances they offer and there is always something amazing about to happen, that you could easily go once each month.
My family and I had box seats. Now by box seats, they were on…More »
38. P&S Ravioli Company
I just finished one of the best stacked ham & cheese hoagies on the most perfect roll, coated in seriously toasted sesame seeds! Yep, the sesame seeds were toasted to a delightful nutty goodness.
I could have had a variety of different meats &…More »
39. A Taste of Philly Pretzel
Vince had a vision to own and operate a Soft Pretzel Factory, since he was a young child. In his adult life and married to Danielle, who had a 10 year career in Nursing, they decided to start not one, but two families. One was soft and cuddly and the…More »
40. Hank's Beverage Company
Hey Philadelphia! The Hank's Beverage Company is a privately held, Philadelphia based company, with a history in the beverage business that goes back over 40 years. They make, bottle and sell "Gourmet" soda's.
Philadelphia is the birthplace of root…More »
| 1 to 40 of 94 | Go to Page 1 2 3 | Previous | Next |
Recently updated lists from DJ M.
Cravings from different lands... (109)A little something different than traditional American fare. |
I'm On A Liquid Diet! (26)No, it's not all about the booze! |
Supporting The Little Guys Is So Cool! (333)Keeping them alive in the USA! |
DELIZIOSO to IDIOZIE (61)Now that's Italian! Oh, Mama Mia! |
Chains For Fools & I'm Guilty ;+{ (126)Well established chains sucking the blood out of small businesses. |
Helping Yelp To Grow! (463)My FTR's, doing my part to add new places to check out from all over this land... If I had a hammer, I'd hammer in the ..Oh shut up DJ! ;+} |
Yelping In My Neck Of The Burbs... (313)Helping Yelp to grow! |
I've Got The MUNCHIES! (100)Satisfying those immediate cravings... |
Five Star Wonders! (127)The cream of the crop... |
How Sweet It Is! (71)Satisfying those sweet tooth cravings... |
See all 59 lists »
"To the world you might just be one person, but to one person, you might just be the world."
- 427 Friends
- 779 Reviews
- 72 Review Updates
- 463 Firsts
- 183 Fans
- 3445 Local Photos
- 13 Events Submitted
- 59 Lists
-
Rating Distribution
Loading...
- View more graphs »
Review votes:
18908 Useful, 15749 Funny, and 17928 Cool
Feasterville-Trevose, PA
Yelping SinceApril 2008
Things I LoveAtlanta Braves, Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins, traveling, cruises, cooking, dining out, dancing, movies, gardening, laughter, filet with bearnaise, lobster rolls, seafood, BBQ, friends, children, grandbabies, Mom, Hubby
Find Me Inupscale restaurants to hole in the wall joints, just so the food is yummy!
My HometownJohnstown, Pa.
When I'm Not Yelping...What do you mean, when I'm not yelping? I'm always yelping!
Why You Should Read My ReviewsBecause I tell it like it is!
My Favourite MovieSteel Magnolias, A Few Good Men, Shawshank Redemption, Gone With The Wind
My Last Meal On EarthHam pot pie, goose liver pate' & escargo.
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I'm really elite!
Most Recent DiscoveryLong Island Medium
Current CrushMy hubby, he's my best friend too!