Philadelphia, PA

Warmdaddy's
DESCRIPTION: The Bynum Brothers feature live blues every night and a atmosphere that buzzes with activity; if you are looking for premier down home blues; this is the spot; a gift shop
CUISINE: Upscale Soul Food
COVER CHARGE: yes
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon 7p-12a, Tue-Sun 5p-12a
ADDRESS: 1400 South Columbus Blvd  MAP
PARKING: valet and street
TRANSIT: N.A.
PHONE: 215-462-2000
WEBSITE: http://www.warmdaddys.com

Jamaican Jerk Hut
DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1996, sample a taste of Jamaican jerk and roti cuisines; you can also order ginger beer and other exotic flavors; the small entrance in the front belies the large setting in the back and even larger setting for concerts, movies and special events on the side; in many ways the Hut is a cultural meeting place for friends, both old and new
CUISINE: Jamaican
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Thu 11a-10p, Fri-Sat 11a-11p, Sun 5p-10p
ADDRESS: 1436 South Street  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: Lombard-South SEPTA Station is half a block east and 1 block north
PHONE: 215-545-8644
WEBSITE:

Ms. Tootsie’s Soul Food Café
DESCRIPTION: Since opening in 2000, this multi-level, 3 deluxe bars, and live entertainment venue is one of the hottest soul food restaurants on the East Coast; owner KeVen Parker and his mother Joyce offers have also introduced several health-conscious alternatives; reservations recommended
CUISINE: Upscale Soul Food; smothered pork chops, fried whiting, and carmelized candied yams are specialties
COVER CHARGE: yes
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Wed-Thu 5p-10p, Fri-Sat Noon-Midnight, Sun Noon-10p
ADDRESS: 1314 South Street  MAP
PARKING: valet, garage nearby and street
TRANSIT: Lombard-South SEPTA Station is 1 block west and 1 block north
PHONE:  215-731-9045
WEBSITE: http://www.mstootsies.com

Laff House
DESCRIPTION: Laugh out loud and often at this Black-owned comedy club featuring top and emerging comedians of all stripes
CUISINE; light fare
COVER CHARGE: yes
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Wed-Thu shows at 8:30p, Fri shows at 8:30p and 10:45p, Sat shows 7p, 8:30p and 10:45p
ADDRESS: 221 South Street  MAP
PARKING: garage located in behind the comedy club
TRANSIT: N.A.
PHONE: 215-440-4242
WEBSITE: http://www.laffhouse.com

Ron’s Ribs
DESCRIPTION: For over 60 years, this institution has served most Black celebs since Billie Holiday; current owner is Russell Jones; the beef ribs are smoked to perfection so the meat practically falls off the bone; the tangy sauce is similar to the Memphis-style barbeque sauce; though prices are reasonable, portions are small
CUISINE: Barbeque
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: no
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Thu 1p-10p, Fri-Sat 1p-3a, Sun Noon-9p
ADDRESS: 1627 South Street  MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: Lombard-South SEPTA Station is 2.5 blocks east and 1 block north
PHONE: 215-732-3561
WEBSITE: http://www.ronsribsphilly.com

Patterson’s Paradise Restaurant
DESCRIPTION: A popular local diner that features many soy-based and fish cuisine prepared as Soul Food; its refreshing to see that they avoid fatty cooking oils for health conscious patrons; seats 50
CUISINE: Soul Food and Seafood
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Sun-Thu 10a-9p, Fri 10a-6p
ADDRESS:  538 North 4th Street  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: N.A.
PHONE: 215-925-8355
WEBSITE:

Chris Jazz Cafe
DESCRIPTION: Live national and regional jazz acts on the menu
CUISINE: Pasta, seafood, and beef
COVER CHARGE: yes
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 11a-2a, Sat 5p-2a
ADDRESS: 1421 Sansom Street  MAP
PARKING: Midtown Parking Garage on Sansom
TRANSIT: Walnut-Locust SEPTA Station is 1 block south
PHONE: 215-568-3131
WEBSITE: http://www.chrisjazzcafe.com

The Roxxy Nightclub
DESCRIPTION: A cosmo high energy club to get your dance groove on; used to be Chrome Nightclub
CUISINE: light fare
COVER CHARGE: yes
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: opend at 9pm nightly
ADDRESS: 939 North Delaware Ave  MAP
PARKING: street and lot nearby
TRANSIT: N.A.
PHONE: 215-931-0101
WEBSITE: http://www.theroxxyphilly.com

Delilah's
DESCRIPTION: Though service and dishes can vary by patron, overall its a well-respected name in these parts; Reading Terminal Market is one of its most popular locations among several in Philly, including one in 30th Street Train Station
CUISINE: Soul Food
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a-5p
ADDRESS: 1136 Arch Street  MAP
PARKING: garages and paid lots nearby
TRANSIT: Market East SEPTA Station is half black west and 1 block south
PHONE: 215-574-0929
WEBSITE:

Dwight’s Southern Barbecue
DESCRIPTION: Barbecue and soul food at reasonable prices; call for takeout
CUISINE: Barbeque
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: no
DAYS & HOURS: Sun & Tue Noon-12a, Wed-Thu Noon-2a, Fri-Sat Noon-3a
ADDRESS: 3734 Germantown Ave  MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: at Erie SEPTA Station
PHONE: 215-225-6030
WEBSITE:

Crab Shack
DESCRIPTION: Locals say the crab legs tickle your tongue
CUISINE: Seafood
COVER CHARGE: yes
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: daily
ADDRESS: 4800 North 16th Street  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: Wyoming SEPTA Station is 1 block southeast and 1 block east on Wyoming
PHONE: 215-324-1515
WEBSITE:

Ortlieb's Jazzhaus
DESCRIPTION: Respectfully presents and preserves our great Jazz heritage; features local and sometimes national artists; welcomes all people with great service and has a well-erned reputation as a top 10 Jazz club in the nation
CUISINE: Creole and Seafood; publisher's note, the Jambalaya is wicked good
COVER CHARGE: yes
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Tues-Sat 5p-2a, Sun 5p-2a
ADDRESS: 847 North 3rd Street  MAP
PARKING: street and lot nearby
TRANSIT: N.A.
PHONE: 215-922-1035
WEBSITE: http://ortliebsjazzhaus.com

Champagne Restaurant
DESCRIPTION: Neighborhood diner in a nice setting; seating for 400
CUISINE: Soul Food, Seafood, Steaks
COVER CHARGE: yes
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Thu 4p-2a, Fri-Sat 11:30a-2a, Sun 3p-2a
ADDRESS: 21 East Chelten Ave in Germantown  MAP
PARKING: on street
TRANSIT: Germantown SEPTA Station is 1 long block away
PHONE: 215-849-7366
WEBSITE:

Abyssinia Ethiopian Restaurant
DESCRIPTION: The most popular Ethiopian spot in West Philly, must be the great value and low prices
CUISINE: Ethiopian and many Veggie dishes
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: daily 10a-2a
ADDRESS: 229 South 45th Street  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: 46th Street SEPTA Station is 3 blocks north ans 2 blocks west
PHONE: 215-387-2424
WEBSITE: link

North by Northwest
DESCRIPTION: Located in Mt. Airy, this restaurant sports tin ceilings, original maple floors, dining in storefront windows and exposed brick walls; in summary it has a sophisticated ambience that requires business casual attire
CUISINE: Upscale Soul Food
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: daily 5p-until
ADDRESS: 7165 Germantown Avenue
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: Mt. Airy SEPTA Station is 1 block west on Germantown, 2 blocks north on Gowan
PHONE: 215-248-1000
WEBSITE: http://www.nxnwphl.com

Fatou and Fama
DESCRIPTION: Located in University City, the entrance's walls are covered with an artistic painting symbolizing the theme colors and emblem of Senegal; when its busy service can slow down, but most people experience great warmth in their service
CUISINE: Senegalese, Soul Food and Carribean cusines
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Thu 11a-10p, Fri-Sat 11a-11p, Sun Noon-8p
ADDRESS: 4002 Chestnut Street  MAP
PARKING: street and nearby lots
TRANSIT: 40th Street SEPTA Station is 2 blocks north
PHONE: 215-386-7000
WEBSITE: http://www.fatouandfama.com

Rib Crib
DESCRIPTION: Not much to look at, but serves godd barbecue (by Philly standards) most of the time and has erned its patronage with the community; best for take-out
CUISINE: Barbeque
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: no
DAYS & HOURS: Thu-Sat 11a-2a
ADDRESS: 6333 Germantown Ave  MAP
PARKING: on premises
TRANSIT: Upsal SEPTA Station is 2 blocks south on Duval, 3 blocks west on Greene
PHONE: 215-438-6793
WEBSITE:

Little Delicious
DESCRIPTION: Caribbean; specialties include jerk chicken, curry chicken, curry goat, foxtails; seating for 15 patrons and relatively low prices

CUISINE: Caribbean
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: daily 10a-11p
ADDRESS: 4821 Woodland Ave near 48th Ave  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: 49th Street SEPTA Station is 3 blocks west on 49th
PHONE: 215-729-4911
WEBSITE:

Dahlak Restaurant
DESCRIPTION: specialties include chicken, beef and vegetarian dishes; seating for 25 patrons

CUISINE: Eritrean
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: daily 4p-11p
ADDRESS: 4708 Baltimore Ave  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: 49th Street SEPTA Station is 3 blocks southeast on 47th, 2 blocks south on Chester
PHONE: 215-726-6464
WEBSITE: http://www.dahlakrestaurant.com

Caribbean Delight
DESCRIPTION: Clean and bright with a Caribbean theme throughout and modest prices
CUISINE: West Indian
COVER CHARGE: no
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Thu Noon-9p, Fri-Sat Noon-10p, Sun Noon-8p
ADDRESS: 1124 South Street  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: Lombard-South SEPTA Station is 3 blocks west nd 1 block north
PHONE: 215-829-1030
WEBSITE:

Upper Deck
DESCRIPTION: A popular late night Reggae Club
CUISINE: light fare
COVER CHARGE: yes
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: nightly
ADDRESS: 5708 Germantown Ave  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: Germantown SEPTA Station is 2 blocks north
PHONE: 215-848-0835
WEBSITE:

Bungalow VII
DESCRIPTION: Restaurant-lounge of three floors has a  a great place to socialize and dance; Hip-Hop & R&B on Thu—Fri; Sat features Old School, Hip-Hop and R&B
CUISINE: light fare
COVER CHARGE: yes for certain events
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Thu-Sat 9p-2a
ADDRESS: 111 Cotton Street  MAP
PARKING: street and lots
TRANSIT: Manayunk SEPTA Station is 1.5 blocks southeast
PHONE: 215-482-3102
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