What do you all think of Branzino's? Is it a fun place?

Nothing where I have to get really dressed up or take out a 2nd mortgage. I prefer mom & pop, homey type places, but I will budget up to $75 for the meal, including no more than 2 glasses of wine.

Hello!

I will be in town for the Monster Dash 1/2 marathon late October. I've been googling italian restaurants (gotta carb up!) but nothing stands out. Can anyone recommend a good place? I will be staying in the Grant Park area, but will be headed up to the Lincoln Park area as well. So I'd prefer around those areas.

Thank you!

Hello!

I will be in town with some friends for the Philly 1/2 marathon mid-September. I've been googling italian restaurants (gotta carb up!) but nothing stands out. Can anyone recommend a good place that is also BYOB? The BYOB part won't make or break it though.

Thank you!

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We are staying overnight in Philadelphia this weekend. Neither of us know the area at all. Can anyone recommend a must-visit in downtown Philly?

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The man's birthday is coming up and I would like to have something chocolate & raspberry for dessert as that is his favorite combo. I am not much of a dessert person, so I am clueless. Can anyone recommend a fave?