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Live Like A Local
Live Like A Local
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Natalie Pineda

Natalie Pineda

Red Owl Tavern General Manager

  • If you want to experience "love" of food, then Barbuzzo is definitely the place to go!  Try the pig "popcorn" and you can’t go wrong with any of the entrées or pizza.

  • Then, enjoy the taste of The Franklin Fountain! A little Americana in this old school ice cream parlor and soda fountain shop.

Drink
Caroline Foley

Caroline Foley

Conference Service Manager

  • Looking for a local watering hole where everyone knows your name? Varga is my corner bar.

  • I've never found a needle in a haystack, but I imagine it feels a lot like Graffiti Bar, an Asian inspired open air patio with colorful graffiti art on the walls & bar, plus great food & drink.  

Wellness
Leah Callaway

Leah Callaway

Front Desk Agent

  • Lithe Method is an edgy new work out that inspires fit, hip and healthy living.  They have their own collection of lithe wear & lithe foods like smoothies, snacks, salads & soups.

  • Headhouse Farmers Market delivers only the best in produce with fruits and vegetables picked at the peak of the season. 

Play
Bob Dmuchowski

Bob Dmuchowski

Director of Sales and Marketing

  • Bring the kids and family to Franklin Square, one of Philly’s five original squares-and the only one dedicated just to fun!

  • When the sun goes down, adult time begins!  Hit the Electric Factory, one of the nation's leading indoor music venues.

Retail therapy
Nikoletta Fotiadis

Nikoletta Fotiadis

Sales Manager

  • Charlie's jeans has a wide selection of jeans for all shapes and sizes so you are guaranteed to find the perfect pair for yourself!

  • Vagabond Boutique has a really cool vintage section in the back where you can find one of a kind pieces.

One of a kind
Marissa Yosen

Marissa Yosen

Area People and Culture Manager

  • Located in the heart of South Street, Philadelphia's Magic Garden is an oasis of mosaic tiles & a one of a kind piece of artwork.

  • Eastern State Penitentiary is America's most historic prison which was once considered "home" for the most notorious criminals in history.

For more information about any of these suggestions and additional favorites, contact Hotel Monaco's concierge at (215) 925-2111.

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