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Reading Terminal Market

Address: 12th and Arch Sts., Market East, Philadelphia, PA | Map It
Phone: 215/922-2317
www.readingterminalmarket.org

Category: Markets/Bazaars
Location: Center City

Write a review | Avg. member rating: 4.8/5

Fodor's Review:

The market is nothing short of a historical treasure and a food heaven to Philadelphians and visitors alike. One floor beneath the former Reading Railroad's 1891 train shed, the sprawling market has more than 80 food stalls and other shops, selling items from hooked rugs and handmade jewelry to South American and African crafts. Here, amid the local color, you can sample Bassett's ice cream, Philadelphia's best; down a cheesesteak, a hoagie, a bowl of snapper soup, or a soft pretzel; or nibble Greek, Mexican, Thai, and Indian specialties. From Wednesday through Saturday the Amish from Lancaster County cart in their goodies, including Lebanon bologna, shoofly pie, and scrapple. Many stalls have their own counters with seating; there's also a central eating area. An open kitchen offers regular demonstrations by some of the region's top chefs. The entire building is a National Historic Landmark, and the train shed is a National Engineering Landmark.

Open: Mon.-Sat. 8-6, Sun. 9-4

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Reviewed by bachslunch from US on 10/20/08
An absolute must! Historic old food market with plenty of great spots for food. Best food options: roast pork with greens and sharp provolone at DiNics, cheesesteaks at Rick's, Italian hoagies at Salumeria, soft pretzels at Fishers, ice cream at Bassett's, Italian pastry at Termini, cookies at Famous 4th Street, anything at the Amish food stalls. Tends to wind down after lunch time, so this meal is the best time to go. Avoid on Sundays, as many places are closed that day.