DINING
Philadelphia’s restaurant renaissance began here, and Old City’s chef-driven dining experience has never been more exciting. More than 80 Old City restaurants offer great American fare and international cuisine, from fine dining to Philly’s best cheesesteaks. Hang out in great coffee shops and cafes, and enjoy delicious ice cream, pastries and confections to live for.
First Friday's:
On the first Friday of each month -- year-round -- Old City's galleries, studios, shops and restaurants open their doors for First Friday, in an epic exhibition of the neighborhood's vibrant arts scene.
Old City Arts Association launched First Friday in 1991 to introduce Philadelphia to the improving neighborhood and the artists and designers who were bringing it back to life.
Two decades later, Old City is a nationally recognized arts destination, named in 2013 as one of the country’s top ArtPlaces by the ArtPlace Foundation.
Click here for First Friday listings.
Parking note: There is free parking after 5 p.m. between Callowhill and Walnut Streets and between Front and 5th Streets. This only applies to metered spaces; other violations, such as prohibited stopping or other unauthorized parking violations are enforced.
First Friday's:
On the first Friday of each month -- year-round -- Old City's galleries, studios, shops and restaurants open their doors for First Friday, in an epic exhibition of the neighborhood's vibrant arts scene.
Old City Arts Association launched First Friday in 1991 to introduce Philadelphia to the improving neighborhood and the artists and designers who were bringing it back to life.
Two decades later, Old City is a nationally recognized arts destination, named in 2013 as one of the country’s top ArtPlaces by the ArtPlace Foundation.
Click here for First Friday listings.
Parking note: There is free parking after 5 p.m. between Callowhill and Walnut Streets and between Front and 5th Streets. This only applies to metered spaces; other violations, such as prohibited stopping or other unauthorized parking violations are enforced.
