Cuisine: inspired Italian, specializing in fresh fish and seafood, and crudo (raw in Italian) Atmosphere: Italy’s Amalfi Coast inspired with beautiful life-sized postcards of scenic Italian escapes Attire: Smart Casual… Read more

Have you ever walked into a restaurant and instantly felt transformed?! I did when I wandered off the Philly streets into Alma de Cuba. OMG! I was traveling for work, and just looking for a fun, tasty spot. I sat at the… Read more

Being as close to the Gayborhood as possible, but not technically in it, 1225 Raw provides a chic, modern and cozy setting.  Without a hint of where to go or what exactly you’re looking for, Raw may be quite an… Read more

Only a short two block stroll from Rittenhouse Square on Chestnut St., Square On Square is a charming Chinese restaurant that may typically go unnoticed due to the surrounding bars and pubs. Despite the rowdy bar crowd which… Read more

Foodie’s will love Knock’s for its comfort food classics served with a twist. If you are looking to indulge go for the macaroni and lobster, I promise you will leave unsatisfied. Another personal favorite of… Read more

Cattivo is a friendly, inclusive, diverse bar/restaurant/weekend dance club centrally located in Pittsburgh’s artsy, up-and-coming Lawrenceville that blends the comforts of your favorite eatery with the friendly atmosphere… Read more

Sweet surrender is inevitable at Naked Chocolate Café, and with a name like this, who wouldn’t meander inside for a peak?  I’ve had a lot of desserts in my day but I must say, my new favorite cupcake… Read more

A uniquely Pittsburgh experience, even though they’ve expanded to a somewhat sizeable regional chain.  They serve cheap beer and huge sandwhich’s with the sides on the sandwhich.  That’s right,… Read more

Right in the Philly gayborhood is the best Mexican place I’ve ever been (including places in Phoenix, LA, Houston, etc. with more latin flavor to them). The Guacamole is amazing and made fresh right at your table.… Read more

I was thrilled when I walked into Lacroix and saw the cast of Dynasty sitting in a booth.  hEllO Joan Collins, love your cheetah-print hat! You can’t imagine how disappointing it was to learn that these were just… Read more