Focus On: Northern Liberties
By James Zeleniak, Philadelphia Editor
Northern Liberties--a one-time Eastern European Mecca--is now a hip enclave which is home to a myriad of humanity. Explore this district just north of Old City, for it's great restaurants, winning bars and inspired shops.
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Honey's Sit 'n Eat
800 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA
Who knew Jewish and Southern went so well together--kind of like Dina Shore. -
Ortlieb's Jazzhaus
847 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA
The city's dominant jazz bar recently went through a much-needed redo--and best of all the band still blows it out. -
Art Star
1030 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Creativity reigns at this gallery space and shop on Liberties Walk in Northern Liberties featuring handmade goods and limited-edition products from emerging artists around the world. -
N 3rd
801 N Third St, Philadelphia, PA
Mark Bee's original hipster hang continues to make fans by dishing out delicious comfort food. -
700 Club
700 N Second St, Philadelphia, PA
No preaching here--just a great crowd that changes over from locals with dogs to hipsters when the DJ drops the needle on the evening's first platter. -
Standard Tap
901 N Second St, Philadelphia, PA
Cozy American pub features dim lighting, big wooden booths and a decent jukebox. -
The Abbaye
637 N Third St, Philadelphia, PA
One of the city's best Belgian beer bars also offers a menu of tasty fare. -
Arcadia Boutique
819 N Second St, Philadelphia, PA
Sustainable style is found for eco-friendly hipster chicks at this fresh NoLibs boutique featuring earth-friendly garb and green goods. -
Brown Betty Dessert Boutique
1030 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Even Oprah is sweet on this Liberties Walk confectionaire sporting a sophisticated urban flare.
