The World Heritage City of Philadelphia is a melting pot of global cuisines and with over
80 outlets, the 125-year old Reading Terminal Market is diverse enough to suit any craving.
Housed in a National Historic Landmark building since 1893, the market offers visitors a wide
selection of both exotic food and locally grown produce, including Pennsylvania Dutch goodies.

Local experts Discover PHL, recommend:

1. Carmen’s Famous Italian Hoagies & Cheesesteaks

   A trip to Philadelphia isn’t complete without a taste of a Philly cheesesteak, which
   consists of thin slices of steak, onions and melted cheese served in a long, crusty
   roll. Carmen’s also serves up a vegetarian version made up of onions, peppers and
   cheese, and Italian-style hoagies, a long sandwich typically filled with deli meat,
   salad and cheese.
   

2. Po’ Boys at Beck’s Cajun Cafe

   Beck’s Cajun Café brings a taste of New Orleans to Philadelphia, plating up authentic
   Cajun cuisine such as gumbo, jambalaya and deep-fried macaroni cheese. The stall also
   serves traditional po’ boys: a long sandwich from Louisiana that consists of thinly
   sliced roast beef or fried seafood in a baguette-style roll.

3. Whoopie Pies at Flying Monkey Bakery

   Every one of the meticulously crafted desserts on offer at Flying Monkey Bakery is made
   from scratch in small batches, including the bakery’s award-winning whoopie pies, which
   consist of two soft cookies sandwiched together with a marshmallow cream filling.

4. Burgers at Hunger Burger

   Hunger Burger aims to provide guests with mouth-watering burgers, while also making a
   positive impact on world hunger. Owned by a husband and wife team, Hunger Burger donates
   the equivalent of one meal for the sale of each burger to several anti-hunger
   organisations. Burgers on the menu include the Mac ‘n’ Cheese Burger, the Fun Guy Burger
   and for vegetarians, the Bello Burger.

   

5. Slow-Roasted Brisket at DiNic’s

   Founded by the four Nicolosi brothers in 1954, DiNic’s menu includes a line-up of classic
   Italian sandwiches, including the Roast Pork Sandwich made from thinly sliced pork,
   sharp provolone, broccoli rabe and a long hot (spicy pepper). This has become a firm
   favourite with locals and tourists alike and was even crowned the Best Sandwich in
   America by the TV series ‘Man vs. Food’ in 2013.

6. Amish-Style Rotisserie Chicken at Dienner’s Bar-B-Q

   The chicken at Dienner’s Bar-B-Q arrives fresh every morning from farms in the
   Philadelphia region and with three different flavours of wings and a selection of
   home-style sides and signature sauces, travellers will find just the thing to satisfy
   even the strongest BBQ craving.

7. Corndogs at Fox & Son Fancy Corndogs

   A key foodie attraction at American festivals or fairs, corndogs can also be found in
   Philadelphia’s Fox & Son’s at Reading Terminal Market. A traditional corndog
   consists of a sausage coated in deep-fried batter, but travellers at Fox & Son’s can
   also enjoy gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan-friendly varieties.

8. Hot Dogs at Franks-A-Lot

   Franks-A-Lot has been serving up hot dogs since 1982 and every morsel on the menu is made
   from fresh daily. Highlights include barbecue baked chicken, sausage and meatball
   sandwiches, and Polish classics such as pierogis, which is a sweet or savoury stuffed
   dumpling.

9. Reuben Sandwiches at Hershel’s East Side Deli

   Regarded by many as ‘the best Jewish deli outside New York’, Hershel’s provides a full
   assortment of Jewish deli classics, including piled-high hot Reuben sandwiches with
   corned beef, chicken noodle soup, and savoury potato knishes. The meat served in
   Hershel’s menu items is carved to order and travellers can enjoy their made-from-scratch
   meal on old-fashioned counter seating.

10. Blueberry Pancakes at Down Home Diner

    Down Home Diner has a mix of vinyl booth and counter seating and a menu of American
    comfort foods and all-day breakfasts. Owner and chef Jack McDavid has forged strong
    relationships with local farmers and therefore bases his menu on local produce and meats
    from the Philadelphia area. For a breakfast treat, try the moreish homemade blueberry
    pancakes.

Reading Terminal Market is open to the public from 8am – 6pm Monday to
Sunday. A 75-minute walking tour of the market is provided by Taste of Philly Food Tour every Wednesday and Saturday at 10am and
tickets cost £12 ($16.95) for adults and £7 for children aged 7-11-years-old ($9.95).

For more information on Philadelphia, visit the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau’s website.