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Rittenhouse Row
Also known as Rittenhouse Row, Walnut Street is lined with upscale shops, including Nicole Miller, Max Azria, Coach and other top designers. Indie boutiques such as Joan Shepp and Knit Wit also offer clothing, shoes and accessories right off the runways....
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Parc Brasserie
Stephen Starr’s Parc Brasserie sits on the edge of Rittenhouse Square and offers plenty of outdoor seating, making it a perfect spot for people watching. The stylish bistro serves classic French fare and signature cocktails....
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Rouge
Overlooking Philadelphia’s elegant Rittenhouse Square park, Rouge is a people watcher’s delight––a see-and-be-seen sidewalk café with an acclaimed menu and full bar....
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Tria
The first step in making a toast at Tria is choosing from the extensive selection of wines and beers. The café, located steps from Philadelphia’s acclaimed Rittenhouse Row, specializes in wine, cheese and beer....
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Twenty Manning
Situated in Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square neighborhood, Twenty Manning is a sleek restaurant and bar with an Asian-influenced menu of New American dishes....
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Miel Patisserie
Miel Patisserie is a favorite Rittenhouse Square haunt for sweet treats, including professionally enrobed chocolates, truffles, fruit tarts and éclairs....
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Premium Steap
Premium Steap, located in Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Row shopping district, offers a wide array of teapots and accessories, as well as a dozens of loose teas, from traditional Early Grey to exotic rooibos....
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Kimberly Boutique
Kimberly Boutique features trendy clothing, shoes and accessories from New York and European designers as well as an in-house stylist to help assemble a shopper’s whole look....
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Good Dog Bar and Restaurant
The extensive beer selection, delicious bar food, pool table, darts and more make Good Dog Bar and Restaurant a perfect spot for happy hours, dinner and late-night fun. The owner’s chocolate Labrador Retriever inspired the edgy bar....
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Helium Comedy Club
A comedian entertains the crowd at Helium Comedy Club, located near Rittenhouse Square. In addition to the three-act shows held four nights a week, the 250-seat theater serves up light snacks and drinks....
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Vango Lounge and Skybar
While diners enjoy the modern Asian décor and Japanese fusion fare at Vango Lounge and Skybar, the biggest draw during the warmer months is the upstairs deck—complete with oversized beds, outdoor seating and a not-to-be-missed view of the city skyline—where crowds mingle while sipping colorful cocktails....
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