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Old 01-07-2020, 5:48pm   #1
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I am, somewhat reluctantly, being sent to Philadelphia on business next week. I'll be in town for a few days. I'll probably be pretty busy, but I should have late afternoons/evenings free.

I am staying on Market Street in Downtown, Rittenhouse Square area. I'd like to see Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell etc. Appears those are within reasonable walking distance from my hotel.

Any other suggestions? Cheese Steak in that area?

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Go eat @ Reading Terminal market. Go to South St. There are some cool Belgian beer bars in Philly.

Make sure you tell people you are good friends with Trump. Try not to get stabbed.

Cheesesteaks are everywhere. I’m sure the guys in here can guide you to their favorite. My best cheesesteak was in a small town outside Atlantic City.
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Never been there, but there has to be something good.
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if you are into art, checkout the Art Museum on weds night, pay what you want night, also the Rocky steps are there. https://www.philamuseum.org/visit/ad...#special-rates

science and tech-the franklin institute. https://www.fi.edu/

got a taste for weirdness, mutter museum. http://muttermuseum.org/

drinks at the highest spot in philly--jean georges. https://www.inquirer.com/business/co...-20190807.html most drinks aren't priced over 15-20 bucks.

be a little more specific about what you might like and I will try to narrow it down
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this is a newer museum. its pretty cool if you are into that kind of stuff. https://www.barnesfoundation.org/

if you can find time to walk the Reading terminal, its a bunch of philly staples in terms of food, both made to order, as well as specialties like cheeses, meats etc.

tons of bars from working class to high end. restaurants out the wazoo.
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new, right near the liberty bell--https://www.timeout.com/philadelphia/museums/museum-of-the-american-revolution
I have heard good things but not been here: https://www.timeout.com/philadelphia...itution-center

local brewery just opened a new place last year. https://yardsbrewing.com/

wanna go slumming and get your drink on....https://www.bobandbarbaras.com/ ask for the special. can of pbr and a shot of jim beam, 3.50. old, eclectic joint, never know what you might see.

oldest continually operating bar...https://mcgillins.com/
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Last time I was there was '96 and I had a knife pulled on me by a guy named Julius who wanted my wallet and briefcase. I know his name was Julius because as I ran from him and a couple blocks later literally bumped into a cop, the cop saw Julius chasing me and yelled "Julius! I told you to leave people alone." Then he said to me "You can go now." I said "That's it?" "Yeah, that's it. Leave." Julius had already skulked off somewhere.

It's a fun place!
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rich older dude looking for young greedy chicks, Delfriscos Thursday night. delfriscos grille on broad, same food more low key.

decent sports bar, working class reasonable prices, https://www.smiths-restaurant.com/

casual seafood at the bar...https://devonseafood.com/Philadelphia its a stretch though when they say they are the best.

best rated, toughest table right now, probably http://zahavrestaurant.com/ you might get in this time of year with no reservation.
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Last time I was there was '96 and I had a knife pulled on me by a guy named Julius who wanted my wallet and briefcase. I know his name was Julius because as I ran from him and a couple blocks later literally bumped into a cop, the cop saw Julius chasing me and yelled "Julius! I told you to leave people alone." Then he said to me "You can go now." I said "That's it?" "Yeah, that's it. Leave." Julius had already skulked off somewhere.

It's a fun place!
center city philly is dramatically different now than it was then. back then people went in the city, worked and went home. these days its young and hip, population rising, restaurants and bars everywhere. but like anything still a random fool from time to time
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Another vote for Reading Terminal
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center city philly is dramatically different now than it was then. back then people went in the city, worked and went home. these days its young and hip, population rising, restaurants and bars everywhere. but like anything still a random fool from time to time
Very hipster downtown. Hence the Belgium bars.
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Very hipster downtown. Hence the Belgium bars.
https://www.monkscafe.com/ interesting mussel dishes too
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Wife and I did a weekend in Philly using Yelp with keywords Belgium and Tapas. ****ing unreal how many cool assed bars and eateries we found.
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dandelion is a brittish style joint nearby. its interesting...

here are some staples if you have a decent expense allowance but not open ended. https://theinfatuation.com/philadelp...s-philadelphia
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Wife and I did a weekend in Philly using Yelp with keywords Belgium and Tapas. ****ing unreal how many cool assed bars and eateries we found.
correct. people talk chit without knowing the real deal. we do multiple pub crawls each year at different spots.
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down and dirty local bar. décor hasn't changed in years. good hot roast beef or roast pork sandwich, drinks and beer selection. not fancy, not expensive, safe. http://cherrysttavern.com/OUR_FARE_f...ern_menu_1.pdf
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Don't go out alone after dark.
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Reading Terminal Market

Plenty of good cheese steaks all over. If you want to get into the "name game" with cheese steaks, then check out Pat's or Gino's. ( they're good, but many mom and pop shops have better )

Phila Mint tour
https://www.usmint.gov/about/mint-to...ur-information

Plenty of good spots to eat at the Bourse Building
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Don't go out alone after dark.
why not I do it all of the time without issue
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Go the the Eagles game and watch them in the playoffs.
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