Guides

The Foobooz Guide to Eating, Drinking, and Being Merry at Philly’s Christmas Village

There’s a lot to enjoy at the 2024 Christmas Village. Here are your must-eats and must-drinks.


Guides

Where to Buy the Most Festive Holiday Cookies in Philadelphia

Guides

Where to Have a Blowout Birthday Dinner in Philly

Reviews

Bastia: A Mediterranean Marvel in Fishtown

Latest Stories

Tired of the same old turkey? Get some Thanksgiving tips, tricks and recipes from our favorite Philadelphia chefs.
Guides

Thanksgiving Tips from Philly Chefs

From deep-fried turkeys to avoiding turkey altogether to taking the stress out of the big day, we asked some of our favorite food folks to weigh in.

News

All the End-of-Year Restaurant Openings You Need to Know About

From a cheesesteak joint in Reading Terminal Market to a breakfast and lunch cafe in Headhouse Square, here are the new restaurants closing out 2024 (and kicking off 2025).

Reviews

Bastia: A Mediterranean Marvel in Fishtown

Tyler Akin’s new Fishtown restaurant takes diners from the shores of Corsica to the top of Philly’s dining scene.

News

The First Details About Jesse Ito’s New ’80s-Inspired Izakaya

After eight years spent focusing solely on the award-winning Royal Sushi and Izakaya, one of Philly’s best chefs is about to double down.

News

What Happens at Mr. Ivy Stays at Mr. Ivy — But We’re Giving You a Sneak Peek Anyway

An exclusive look inside the bold, new Northern Liberties space

News

Life After Couch Cafe: Scampi Brings the “Italian Diaspora” to Queen Village

Liz Grothe’s highly anticipated restaurant will blend Italian cuisine with influences “from everywhere Italians have gone.”


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50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

Philadelphia has always known that Philadelphia’s food scene is one of the best in the country, but it is nice to be recognized nationally as a dining destination. Here’s our list of the most exciting restaurants putting Philadelphia on the map.

Philly’s Latest Restaurant and Bar Openings

Philly’s Latest Restaurant and Bar Openings

Everything you need to know about what’s new and what’s next in Philadelphia's dining and drinking scene, all in one place.

News

Cellar Dog, the Unexpected Successor to Howl at the Moon, Opens This Week

Plus: The new caviar kiosk at Comcast, Fishtown Seafood finds its way to Haddonfield, and Bluebird Distilling introduces a new rye whiskey.

News

You Can Barter for Thanksgiving Dinner at This South Philly Restaurant

Got a used lamp? Come and eat!

Opinion

Ode to the Citywide, Philly’s Working-Class Elixir

The Citywide is more than just a drink special. It’s Philly’s defining ethos in a handy one-two punch.

News

Free Drinks and Insider Secrets: How to Become a Regular at a Philly Bar

Being a bar regular comes with a lot of perks. Here’s how to earn your keep.

News

Happy Hour Hookups: Can You Still Pick Someone Up at a Bar?

The founders of Free Dating Advice Philly share tips on how to toss Tinder and find romance IRL.

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50 Best Restaurants

50 Best Restaurants

Dining out feels fun again, especially because there are so many excellent places to choose from. Here’s our list of the most exciting restaurants right now — ranked for the first time since 2020.

Guides

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News

Philly Bartenders Share How to Get Served Faster

Is there a trick to getting served faster at a busy bar? Philly bartenders weigh in on what really works.

News

Emmett’s “Upscale Grandmother” Vibes Are Coming to Kensington

Plus: Ogawa’s new hyper-seasonal cocktail bar, Kampar introduces two new menus, and two major restaurant closures to watch.

News

Did You Vote? Here’s Where to Go For Election Day Deals

Plus: Mac Mart expands to the burbs, where to go to witness Major League Eating’s top-ranked competitive eaters, and a look at Kampar’s Thanksgiving offerings.

News

An End (And A New Beginning) For Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle Provisions closes its doors, but chefs Omar Tate and Cybille St. Aude-Tate hint that a new chapter is blooming in West Philly.