Philly Area Thread

[gregkoko]

Hoping for some local help. Have a bachelor party on Saturday. The AirBNB is between Point Breeze and SW Center City (Ellsworth St). How is the neighborhood? Am I ok leaving my car there? Should I garage it? Apologies for the ignorant questions, but I get a bit paranoid about our new-ish car.

 

[Shakedwnst]

You may not find streets that don't require permit parking depending on when you get into town.

Ellsworth and what? And we talking a Mercedes here or a new Kia?

I live a few blocks south and have had no issues parking on the street (vw tiguan). Pm me if you want some more specific parking recs (or just take Amtrak?)

 

[user 305778]

I mean, south philly isn't vietnam, your car won't disappear. Just make sure you don't have anything visible in the car and it should be just fine. Finding parking is going to be more of a problem than anything.

 

[gregkoko]

Thanks guys. I would normally laugh if anyone asked me about parking in NYC but I know next to nothing about Philly and what are considered good/bad neighborhoods

 

[Shakedwnst]

It's definitely an "up and coming neighborhood" and honestly some of those blocks of Ellsworth still need work. But you will find nice cars parked on the street, and as long as nothing is visible in yours, you should be fine.

 

[lazerviking]

gregkoko you'll be fine. Like the other guys said, you may have trouble finding a spot that lets you stay there all day, but if you're patient you'll be okay. What spots are you guys hitting up?

 

[gregkoko]

gregkoko you'll be fine. Like the other guys said, you may have trouble finding a spot that lets you stay there all day, but if you're patient you'll be okay. What spots are you guys hitting up?

A bunch of breweries that I've never heard of and Yards:

2nd Story
Saint Benjamin
Crime and Punishment
Bar Hygge

 

[user 305778]

Skip Crime and Punishment and do 2nd District (which is in South Philly) instead.

edit: I realize you are probably doing that since you'll be up in Fairmount already but I really don't think it's worth the time.

edit2: Saint Benjamin is pretty far north too but I can't comment on it as I've never been. There's another new brewery in South Philly named ARS or something like that. Maybe stick to South Philly breweries?

 

[gregkoko]

Skip Crime and Punishment and do 2nd District (which is in South Philly) instead.

edit: I realize you are probably doing that since you'll be up in Fairmount already but I really don't think it's worth the time.

edit2: Saint Benjamin is pretty far north too but I can't comment on it as I've never been. There's another new brewery in South Philly named ARS or something like that. Maybe stick to South Philly breweries?

I have zero control over this expedition. Just along for the ride. The best man planned it all (bus included) and I'm not giving my opinion unless asked. If there's time for more stops I'll be sure to let him know though. Thanks!

 

[user 305778]

I have zero control over this expedition. Just along for the ride. The best man planned it all (bus included) and I'm not giving my opinion unless asked. If there's time for more stops I'll be sure to let him know though. Thanks!

Well, at least there's a bus. It'll be fun regardless. I love Bar Hygge a lot though I'm severely biased since it's a 5 minute walk from my house.

 

[WhalezB4Rarez]

Thanks for the feedback - seems like it's not going to be something we do this summer, but like to get an idea of what is out there from people who actually know!

Are there any good family type festivals or events in the spring or summer that would be worth arranging a trip around?

The Sly Fox Goat races are beer related but I know people who have taken their kids to it.

 

[user 305778]

That's pretty far out there from Philly just so you know.

 

[WhalezB4Rarez]

True, but Capone's isn't an easy drive from Philly either.

 

[user 305778]

True, but Capone's isn't an easy drive from Philly either.

I agree. It's why I think it's hilarious when people say they are visiting Philly and people suggest they go to Capone's.

 

[lazerviking]

I agree. It's why I think it's hilarious when people say they are visiting Philly and people suggest they go to Capone's.

I've lived in Philly most of my adult life and have never been to Capone's.

 

[user 305778]

I've lived in Philly most of my adult life and have never been to Capone's.

I haven't been in a few years but my wife and I used to go there sometimes. However, there is very little reason to go if you are just visiting Philly since there are plenty of places to drink right in the city. I found it was mostly suburb people who suggested you drive out to their bars more than Philly people suggesting. BeerAdvocate threads were always hilarious.

 

[WhalezB4Rarez]

I haven't been in a few years but my wife and I used to go there sometimes. However, there is very little reason to go if you are just visiting Philly since there are plenty of places to drink right in the city. I found it was mostly suburb people who suggested you drive out to their bars more than Philly people suggesting. BeerAdvocate threads were always hilarious.

Oh yeah those are great.

"I'll be in Philly for a few days for work what good bars should I check out?"

"Tired Hands is a must"

 

[user 305778]

Oh yeah those are great.

"I'll be in Philly for a few days for work what good bars should I check out?"

"Tired Hands is a must"

Which, while also ridiculous, is at least a unique experience! Although now you can get their beer in the city so it's not as useful. I've seen suggestions to drive out to Victory and just have to laugh.

 

[cry me]

Is 2nd District any good? I'm interested in checking it out, but Ben's beers at DFH were hit/miss, not sure how much of that was him and how much of it was DFH

 

[Shakedwnst]

I've enjoyed the beers, food is good too.

How long ago was he at DFH? Don't think he learned anything since then?

 

[WhalezB4Rarez]

I thought he brewed at Tired Hands as well, yes?

 

[Shakedwnst]

Thought that was his most recent stop....

Thankfully the second district beers don't look like chicken soup

 

[user 305778]

Nope, he was the brewer at the Tired Hands Brew Cafe before 2nd District.

edit: Dock Street -> Dogfish Head -> Tired Hands Brew Cafe (believe he was the only one) -> 2nd District. I believe that's correct.

 

[cry me]

I checked 2nd District out last week, and enjoyed it, mostly. The pales/IPAs didn't do it for me (the IPA in particular was extremely green/grassy). I enjoyed the dark mild quite a lot, and the saisons were good too, but I suspect that mostly is the fault of F&M's yeast. I'd give em another shot if I'm in the area, but probably wouldn't make a special trip again.

Still, Bar Hygge > 2nd District.

 

[lazerviking]

I say this as someone who lives within a 5 minute walk of Hygge, their beers are not good. I want to like them given how close they are to me, but I've been underwhelmed by every single beer I've tried.

 

[user 305778]

I say this as someone who lives within a 5 minute walk of Hygge, their beers are not good. I want to like them given how close they are to me, but I've been underwhelmed by every single beer I've tried.

Really? I think not good is an exaggeration. I've liked some of them well enough. The nitro stout they had on for a while was enjoyable too. But, whatever, it's not my place so you can have your opinion. Also, we apparently live near each other.

edit: Some have definitely been poor though. Perkuno's Hammer was pretty mediocre. I've enjoy the blood orange sour even though it's super in your face.

 

[user 305778]

Now that I know michael apparently lives in my neighborhood, I should start asking everyone I see if they are him. That's how this works, right?

 

[Max]

Now that I know michael apparently lives in my neighborhood, I should start asking everyone I see if they are him. That's how this works, right?

I live right near Capone's. you guys want to drive out and have a meet up?

 

[user 305778]

I live right near Capone's. you guys want to drive out and have a meet up?

Oh man sure. That's right around the corner!

 

[Max]

Oh man sure. That's right around the corner!

done. I'll bring the bolt cutter.