Okie Dokie is a must-visit for anyone looking for gluten-free and vegan treats in Philly!…read more This completely gluten-free donut shop offers more than just donuts, and they rotate their selection while always having three vegan donut options available. We tried the chocolate donut with chocolate glaze and the lavender strawberry donut, and both were incredibly delicious. I honestly couldn't believe they were gluten-free! The vegan donuts I chose are more cake-style, so they're a little denser rather than light and airy, but I wouldn't have it any other way. The woman at the register was also so kind and took the time to tell me about the other vegan options they had available. They have a convenient walk-up window, although there's no indoor seating. We should've gone back for more, but next time I'm in Philly, I'm definitely stocking up!!!!

Finally made it to Okie Dokie yesterday after hearing they had gluten-free donuts…read more What I thought was: "Oh cool, a place with gluten-free donuts." What I learned was: "Oh...it's an entire gluten-free facility with sandwiches, baked goods, and bread made fresh on-site." Now back to these donuts: * Coconut Cake (top left) * Apple Fritter (top right) * Lemon Glaze (bottom) I went gluten-free in 2010, before I discovered Krispy Kreme, so I have never experienced the joy of a hot donut. Until yesterday. The Lemon Glaze is cooked to order and served warm, and I am prepared to make the bold statement that it may be the best donut I've ever had in my life. Yup, I said what I said. The Apple Fritter gave me serious coffee roll vibes, which is something I've missed terribly, so that was an unexpected win. And all three passed the ultimate gluten-free test: they didn't taste or feel gluten-free. Honestly, I'd recommend this place even if you're not gluten-free. The fact that I left talking about the donuts instead of the gluten-free part tells you everything you need to know.

Gus was AWESOME ! Food was perfect and the atmosphere was great. Definitely coming back !read more

Middle Child is such a cute spot for brunch! You line up to order, grab a seat, and they bring…read moreeverything right to your table. I've always loved the food and vibe here. It's casual, fun, and honestly, everything feels worth ordering! The Big Pancake is an absolute must! I prefer the classic version over the orange honey, and it's the perfect little treat to share with the table. They also have alcoholic beverages, which makes brunch even better! We tried the Fluffy Mimosa and Dirty Chai Espresso Tini, and both were SO delicious. And whatever you do, DO NOT skip the "Latke'd" Hash Brown with dill cream and trout roe. Crispy, creamy, salty perfection in every bite! Such a fun brunch spot with great food, delicious drinks, and a laid-back atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit!

Food Quality & Taste- 3.5/5 The food was good. Standouts?…read moreThe Butternut Squash Soup! The Butternut Fried Chicken Sandwich was a little spicier than I anticipated. It was also a nice portion size, particularly since it was a lunch special. -Mantra Meldoy- 3/5 -Butternut Squash Bisque- 4/5 -Butternut Fried Chicken- 3/5 Service- 4/5 The service was great! Very quick and attentive. I appreciate a server who is anticipatory. My water glass was never empty. Atmosphere- 5/5 Wilder is beautiful inside. There's an upstairs and downstairs, and each section of the restaurant gives a different vibe. There's even a small outside seating area, if the weather is nice. Value- 4/5 Some prices are a little expensive, but the lunch special pricing is a steal. Generally, I think it's a strong value and would recommend the restaurant. Opportunities for Learning- 4/5 I went during Black History Month, and they had BHM drink and food specials. It was very creative. Also, how the restaurant got its name is also kind of cool! It's inspired by Gene Wilder. There are a few things to learn here, and I definitely left a little smarter.

Food Quality & Taste- 3.5/5 The food was good. Standouts?…read moreThe Butternut Squash Soup! The Butternut Fried Chicken Sandwich was a little spicier than I anticipated. It was also a nice portion size, particularly since it was a lunch special. -Mantra Meldoy- 3/5 -Butternut Squash Bisque- 4/5 -Butternut Fried Chicken- 3/5 Service- 4/5 The service was great! Very quick and attentive. I appreciate a server who is anticipatory. My water glass was never empty. Atmosphere- 5/5 Wilder is beautiful inside. There's an upstairs and downstairs, and each section of the restaurant gives a different vibe. There's even a small outside seating area, if the weather is nice. Value- 4/5 Some prices are a little expensive, but the lunch special pricing is a steal. Generally, I think it's a strong value and would recommend the restaurant. Opportunities for Learning- 4/5 I went during Black History Month, and they had BHM drink and food specials. It was very creative. Also, how the restaurant got its name is also kind of cool! It's inspired by Gene Wilder. There are a few things to learn here, and I definitely left a little smarter.

My review was posted and left out pictures of the sandwich - I just saw this…read more Now it says I need 85 characters to complete the review. If all of my pictures had been posted, I wouldn't be doing this update.

Bang for your buck: 7/10 Quality: 9/10…read moreService: 8/10 Ambiance/Location: 8/10 Overall: 8.5/10 Very good sandwiches but really overpriced. The restaurant is small in that way where no matter where you stand to wait you're in someone's way. It's hard to get a table, so don't go expecting to sit down. The service felt kind of off? It was almost as if everyone working was having a bad day, but there was still the sense that isn't always the case. I would retry Middle Child, but I don't know that it's a must.

Nothing special about the meat on the meat plate. But Yorkshire pudding was the real deal, the…read moregravy was honest, the veg and potatoes were just like a British pub, they offered free tea, and the Bedfordshire Clanger - half apple turnover, half duck - was one of the finest pastries I've had in years.

If you want the jellied eels, you typically have to pre-order them now. They come cold but you can…read moreheat them up. I prefer them heated but either way is fine. This isn't something I want to rush back for but it is nice to have the chance to appreciate an unusual to me British delicacy since it's not really feasible for me to move to Britain. I only knew about them because I thoroughly read their website! I am finally picking up that their crisp bag becomes an occasional special and always a winner. Of the ones I have casually run into, when they add duck sounds the most delectable to me (it is also the only crisp bag I actually had of theirs so far lol). It's hard to find this quality level of British food and novelties anywhere else that isn't the UK and Stargazy is it. There is a reason they sell apparel with their name on it- bc being a part of their branding is just that cool. Staff is always great as usual. Look for their food events if you can as I think those sound fun too!

Great pub atmosphere with tasty British comfort food. The fish and chips were crispy and flavorful,…read moreand the service was friendly and attentive. Would happily come back!

We had a University of Birmingham gathering here a couple of years ago, and it felt wonderfully…read morenostalgic. The menu, the food, the service, even the décor brought back fond memories of our years in Birmingham, UK. If you're in the mood for somewhere refined, charming, and just a little old-fashioned--in the best possible way--this is a lovely place to visit. And naturally, the fish and chips are not to be missed. It's right in the heart of Rittenhouse Square, one of the loveliest parts of Center City Philadelphia.

We really enjoyed our visit here and were lucky to get a table since we didn't have reservations…read more We arrived near the beginning of the dinner crowd on a Monday or else we probably would have been turned away as it filled up fast. The inside is fairly basic but not in a cheap way. Service was a bit slower due to how busy they were, but it wasn't bad. The dishes that come out of the kitchen look like they could be served in an upscale restaurant. My orange chicken was great, but you do need to order rice separately. My husband's beef and onion had a LOT of onion, and much of it was still on the plate when he finished. He enjoyed it though. One of my sons ordered a chicken dish that was just a large plate of chicken pieces with nothing else, not even a sauce. We both thought it was too dry and boring. My second son had lo mein though and really liked it. The scallion pancakes were also some of the best I've had in a long time. They were thick and not too greasy with a crisp outside and soft center. I just wish they had more scallions/flavor. The prices were higher than what we are used to, but they're probably in line or even lower end for a big city. Four of us ate for $100.

Great service! Here…read moreis the lowdown on the food: Gf Dan Dan with pork: 0/10 - they gave us a bowl filled with rice noodles and a few tiny crumbles of pork. There was no sauce at all. I asked the person who brought out our main dishes about the sauce and he asked if he could use my chopsticks to go under the noodles because he said it is usually on the bottom. Then they saw that there was no sauce at all. He apologized and said that he would make sure that it was removed from the check. The crazy part is, if I had never had them in the past, I would have been none the wiser and just upset at the dish. Since it was 8:30, they said it was too late to make again. That was unfortunate because I came all the way from Maryland for the gf options. The pic was after we searched for sauce at the bottom of the bowl. Gf hot & spicy beef bowl: 10/10 - fantastic! This is my favorite dish. Every time I go to a Szechuan restaurant. It was so delicious and spicy. Chicken fried rice: 10/10 - sooooooo good. I want to try it with every protein. Pork egg roll: 5/10 - It tasted bland and was a vegetable egg roll, not pork. However the dipping sauce was spectacular. I would definitely back and try more items.

Beiler's was an absolute MUST while visiting Philly, and they did not disappoint! Located inside…read moreReading Terminal Market, there are so many insane flavors to choose from that deciding what to order might be the hardest part. I ended up getting a half dozen to enjoy over the weekend. The blueberry fritter may have been my favorite! The donuts are HUGE, fresh, soft, and absolutely loaded with fillings and toppings. These are not your average donuts -- they are next-level. There was a line, but it moved quickly and was 100% worth the wait. EPIC donuts. No notes.

Such a great spot to pick up some sweet treats. They are always fully stocked and even later in the…read moreday they've got lots of stuff left and everything is still fresh. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about what they got. It is a bit pricey but you'll have that for the location. Maybe a bit too pricey to get everyday, but nothing too crazy for a sweet treat every so often. The selection of donuts is crazy from mini mnm covered to maple bacon and anything else you could think of. Such a great spot.

Strong af. Was drunk like 2 sips into the aviation…read more Aviation is very fun forward. Not very sweet imo. There's a maraschino cheery at the bottom Berry smash also very strong. Tastes like a berry smoothie but liquid. Garden spritz tasted like a mix of white peach and Prosecco. I thought it was very sweet as a drink and then got diluted as the ice melted

Went on a rainy/ cold morning for brunch so the outdoor section wasn't seating so was sat inside…read more It is a bit tight with the table arrangements but you still have a good bit of table space. I got the Eggs In Purgatory which reminded me of Shakshuka but with a little bit of spice. It's served with some cuts of sourdough as well. It could do with either larger slices of bread as I had to ask for more bread (2 pieces about the same size) and it is a charge. We weren't told that it would be a charge and only noticed after the bill came but it is what it is. I noticed other tables that ordered the dish also had to ask for more bread. The shrimp and grits were very flavorful and a nice hearty portion. There were a good amount of shrimp to eat with each bite of grits.