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1011 N Hancock St
(2nd Street at Girard Avenue)
Philadelphia,
PA
19123
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Neighborhoods: Northern Liberties/ Fishtown, North Philadelphia
What People Are Saying About The Piazza at Schmidt's
The Editor
Tara Nurin
Citysearch
The Piazza is unlike anything else in Philadelphia and reminds many of its visitors not of Philadelphia at all, but, rather, Europe, with its grand cobblestone courtyards that serve as public gathering spaces. This piazza, much like most of Northern Liberties’ planned developments, is a Bart Blatstein endeavor--one that brings three modern apartment buildings into harmony with floor-level retail and that central one-square-block courtyard designed to hold myriad free events for residents and visitors. This project truly solidifies Northern Liberties’ arrival as a destination for all ages of…
The Details on The Piazza at Schmidt's
When to Go:
Thanks to a permanent stage and a 26x16 flat-screen LED TV mounted on the side of a building, there are free movies, sports-watching parties, fashion shows, bands and festivals here almost every day or night of the week.
Know Before You Go:
The mix of home-grown retail is eclectic: Girlie boutiques selling purses and hand-made jewelry stand oddly yet peacefully next to punk shops that feature silk screened Ts and pants full of safety pins.
Where to Sit:
Four bars and restaurants range from an upscale diner to a wine bar, a beer bar and a burger joint that doubles as a club.
The Extras:
Bring your dog; everyone else does.
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