bichromatic: Philadelphia

Sunday, August 24, 2014

Visit Atlantic City: Boardwalk, Casinos, John's Italian Ice

I'm a bit of a gambler so a Philly trip was not complete without a little Atlantic City action. In my humble opinion, not much goes on in Atlantic City besides the casinos and the boardwalk, but that's enough to satisfy anybody.

The summer heat could kills you so it a necessity to stop and get some Italian ice at one of the spots on the boardwalk.

We got ours from John's Water Ice and I'm glad we made the right choice.

John's has its original location in Philadelphia.

That was some good stuff.

Saturday, August 23, 2014

Visit Philadelphia: Geno's Steaks, Red Owl Tavern, Old City, Pat's Kingof Steaks and Mister Softee Ice Cream Food Truck

It's past midnight, I just got off my flight and I'm super tired, but I just arrived in Philly and no matter what I have to make a stop at Geno's on the way to the hotel.

It's all about the Philly Cheesesteak at Geno's, seriously, because the fries were not good.

I decided to get my Philly the local's way with wiz. It was good, but for me not great. The bread was rubbery.

I was so happy when I got to the hotel, not only because I was tired and now stuffed, but because the hotel (hotel Monaco) was the most beautiful I have ever stayed at. I have stayed at some nice hotels but this one fit my style so I was in love.

The next morning we had brunch at the hotel restaurant, Red Owl Tavern and Bar. I had a Hibiscus Fizz which was truly awesome for breakfast spirits.

I ate the BLT with Avocado that was so good. The avocado adds a necessary element that most BLT's lack.

My fiancé has the Philly Cheesesteak but hated it. It seems like they combined the meat with the cheese and mixed them. I didn't mind it though.

After brunch, we explored the city a little bit.

We ended up at a street festival where I ate a Lobster Roll. It was 100% sweet lobster meat and so good. I love a soft bread sandwich.

I couldn't leave Philadelphia without trying the other best Philly spot, Pat's for comparison. I liked Pats a lot better. I found the bread and meat to be better. Pat's would be the winner for me.