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the sobsister Aug 10, 2007 04:03 AM

Short-fuse help: best lunch in Philadelphia today?

I'm unexpectedly to be in Philadelphia today. What are local 'hounds best picks for lunch in downtown/central city? Open as to price and cuisine. Any help would be most appreciated. Thanks.
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  1. mschow Aug 10, 2007 05:45 AM

    I would second the RTM; great place for lunch. I love Bassets Turkey, where they roast turkey daily and serve all types of turkey sandwiches on great bread. Also, 12th Street Cantina is in the terminal if you want some mexican. DiNic's pork sandwich is also excellent.
    If you want full service, there are so many choices. I like Ernesto's 1521 Cafe at 1521 Spruce. Also, Bliss at Broad and Locust. Capital Grill is nice for lunch, expensive and corporate type place. I also have lunch often at any of the Marathon Grills. It's quick, and good salads and sandwiches, etc. There's one near city hall at Chestnut and Juniper. Just a few choices that I go to often.
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       the sobsister Aug 11, 2007 05:23 AM

      Thanks for the recommendations. I ended up going to Matyson's where I enjoyed their excellent burger'n'fries and the chocolate-hazelnut roulade.
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       Philly Ray Aug 10, 2007 05:24 AM

      I'm sure I won't be the last to recommend the Reading Terminal Market on 12th and Filbert Sts. (A few blocks east of City Hall if you need a landmark).

      In there, you can choose from roast pork sandwiches at DiNic's (a personal favorite), hoagies at Salumeria, and numerous other types of cuisine. I know everyone else will be chiming in with their favorites.
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