Candis McLean

Philadelphia

Food Writer at The Infatuation

Food Writer ✍🏾 @Infatuation • Rutgers Alum⚔️🛡• Philly Sports & 💚🧡 Canes 🏈 Jawn

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Where To See & Be Seen In Philly

1 week ago | theinfatuation.com | Alison Kessler |Candis McLean

Almyra could very well be the vaguely Mediterranean restaurant in an adults-only all-inclusive resort. Hot pink floral arrangements drape down from the ceiling, the DJ plays house music at “I’m sorry, I can’t hear you” volumes, and you can’t get to the bathroom mirror without interrupting an Instagram live. Come here to see people with modest Internet followings eat salmon and tuna tartare.
1519 - Review - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

1 week ago | theinfatuation.com | Candis McLean

Head to Spring Garden for Southern comfort staples like smothered turkey wings, buttermilk fried chicken, and mac and cheese, available for brunch, lunch, or dinner. They do happy hour a little differently here, since it’s a BYOB—dishes like cajun crustacean fries and cheesesteak egg rolls are a few bucks off. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists.
Schmear Bagel Parlor - Review - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

1 week ago | theinfatuation.com | Candis McLean

If you require bagels to start your day, or just want to see how many custom cream cheese combinations you can come up with, head to Schmear in Spruce Hill. Besides endless cream cheese creations, the shop serves sandwiches and Rival Bros Coffee. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists.
La Sera Dolce e Cafe - Review - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

1 week ago | theinfatuation.com | Candis McLean

Sunny days or not, gelato is always a good time. Stop by this Grad Hospital Italian shop, the sweet-treat sibling of Le Sera Italiana next door, and leave with scoops of hazelnut and double chocolate, and a slice of limoncello raspberry cheesecake. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists.
Javelin - Review - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

1 week ago | theinfatuation.com | Candis McLean

Sushi, sashimi, and maki lovers, there’s another spot in Fairmount for you. But you won’t just find seafood on top of rice here. There’s also crab and avocado towers, gyoza, rock shrimp, and tuna tacos. It’s a BYOB for now (they have a beverage program coming), so don’t forget the wine. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists.
DiVicinato’s Pizza - Review - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

1 week ago | theinfatuation.com | Candis McLean

Sometimes you just need a quick and easy slice. The next time you do, and you’re near the stadiums, head to DiVcinatos. NY-style and Sicilian slices like pepperoni with hot honey or classic cheese go for around $3.50. But like most slice shops, they have deals like two slices and a drink for $7. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists.
Haraz Coffee House - Review - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

1 week ago | theinfatuation.com | Candis McLean

Haraz is a Yemeni coffee house in University City (and the third location in the country). You’ll find coffee spiked with cardamon and cream, traditional beverages like qishr and adeni teas, and pastries including milk cake and Istanbul cheesecake. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists.
DaVinci & Yu - Review - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

1 week ago | theinfatuation.com | Candis McLean

DaVinci & Yu in East Passyunk is a place where Italy collides with Asia, and not in a predictable, World Cup-kinda way. The corner spot, with sidewalk seating, features a menu that includes fusions like smoked mackerel pizza, orange chicken parmesan, and black sesame tiramisu. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists.
Honeysuckle - Review - Spring Garden - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

2 weeks ago | theinfatuation.com | Candis McLean

photo credit: CANDIS R. MCLEANRESERVE A TABLEChase Sapphire Reserve® cardmembers can unlock access to primetime reservations on OpenTable through the Visa Dining Collection. Find exclusive bookings here. Honeysuckle in Spring Garden blends sleek and sophisticated with decadence and comfort, like the $65 burger decked out in gold flakes, truffle, and caviar. Unlike their old West Philly digs, this version has lots of seating.
The Philly BYOBs That Get The Job Done

3 weeks ago | theinfatuation.com | Candis McLean |Alison Kessler |Sydney McElwee

Adoro is an Italian spot in Queen Village with the requisite chicken parm that's too big for its plate and oil paintings of the old country on the walls. There may be white tablecloths and daily desserts displayed on a silver platter, but this place is easy to walk into for a casual date night, seven days a week. You'll see couples maneuvering their bottles of red around giant homemade pastas and families passing bowls of garlicky mussels in white wine sauce.