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We've walked past this Beaux-Arts beauty on Chestnut Street more than a hundred times. But this month, we finally stopped to fully explore how Boyds, the family-run store that is a #Rittenhouse institution, continues to thrive.
#philadadelphia
#philadadelphia
The Grand Dame of Chestnut Street: Why Boyds Still Reigns After 80+ Years - Rittenhouse Ramblings
In a world of fast fashion and online shopping, this Rittenhouse landmark proves that some traditions are worth keeping.
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November 16, 2025 at 1:01 AM
We've walked past this Beaux-Arts beauty on Chestnut Street more than a hundred times. But this month, we finally stopped to fully explore how Boyds, the family-run store that is a #Rittenhouse institution, continues to thrive.
#philadadelphia
#philadadelphia
This month brought us more treats than tricks, with a solid lineup of 5 new arrivals that would make even the pickiest trick-or-treater jealous.
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More Treats Than Tricks Here, With October's Fond Farewells, Friendly Hellos & Focus On The Future - Rittenhouse Ramblings
Five new Rittenhouse businesses opened in October, and three more are on the way—proof the neighborhood's fall hot streak isn't slowing down.
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November 1, 2025 at 2:46 AM
This month brought us more treats than tricks, with a solid lineup of 5 new arrivals that would make even the pickiest trick-or-treater jealous.
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Only 10 days remaining to this year's festivities!
Fangs for the Memories: 2024 Was Another Year of Delancey Street Halloween Magic - Rittenhouse Ramblings
The annual neighborhood-wide celebration along Delancey street proved that it remains the most popular tradition in Rittenhouse.
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October 23, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Only 10 days remaining to this year's festivities!
There’s still plenty of action happening (total of 27 excluding real estate and expansions), and more businesses in the works!
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It's The Great Pumpkin Spice (But Limited!) Edition Of Fond Farewells, Friendly Hellos & Focus On The Future - Rittenhouse Ramblings
The neighborhood may be down 4 Starbucks but we're far from out as 7 new businesses launch, and 3 more prepare to arrive in Rittenhouse.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:54 AM
There’s still plenty of action happening (total of 27 excluding real estate and expansions), and more businesses in the works!
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You never know what's going on behind a facade. Because behind the doors of the former Equinox showroom, NYC's The Tox Technique, a body sculpting method that detoxes, de-bloats, and redefines through specialized techniques, looks like it's close to opening!
📍1921 Walnut
📍1921 Walnut
September 24, 2025 at 12:48 AM
You never know what's going on behind a facade. Because behind the doors of the former Equinox showroom, NYC's The Tox Technique, a body sculpting method that detoxes, de-bloats, and redefines through specialized techniques, looks like it's close to opening!
📍1921 Walnut
📍1921 Walnut
It's Saturdddaaaaaayyyy! And the sun is shining, the weather is a perfect 10/10, and both the Farmer's Market and Fine Arts Show are in full swing! Today's floral selections at the Flower Stand are a wonderful and VERY colorful mix. So enjoy the scene, the vibes, and we'll see you around!
September 20, 2025 at 1:18 PM
It's Saturdddaaaaaayyyy! And the sun is shining, the weather is a perfect 10/10, and both the Farmer's Market and Fine Arts Show are in full swing! Today's floral selections at the Flower Stand are a wonderful and VERY colorful mix. So enjoy the scene, the vibes, and we'll see you around!
Milan, Seoul, Tokyo, Beijing, and now Philadelphia – Philly is about to be officially part of basketball’s most exclusive retail club, and we're SO here for it!
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Prepping for Takeoff: Jordan Brand's World Of Flight Seems To Be Nearing Its Final Approach - Rittenhouse Ramblings
Construction at the first World of Flight store in the US at 1617 Walnut Street seems to be entering the final phases.
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September 18, 2025 at 2:05 AM
Milan, Seoul, Tokyo, Beijing, and now Philadelphia – Philly is about to be officially part of basketball’s most exclusive retail club, and we're SO here for it!
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Spirit Halloween, aka the ghost of all retail pasts, is now open for all your Halloween plans 🎉 !
The yearly pop-up popped up in the former Rite Aid (RIP) for the 2nd year in a row, and is once again filled with pretty much everything you need for Halloween!
📍1628-36 Chestnut St
The yearly pop-up popped up in the former Rite Aid (RIP) for the 2nd year in a row, and is once again filled with pretty much everything you need for Halloween!
📍1628-36 Chestnut St
September 11, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Spirit Halloween, aka the ghost of all retail pasts, is now open for all your Halloween plans 🎉 !
The yearly pop-up popped up in the former Rite Aid (RIP) for the 2nd year in a row, and is once again filled with pretty much everything you need for Halloween!
📍1628-36 Chestnut St
The yearly pop-up popped up in the former Rite Aid (RIP) for the 2nd year in a row, and is once again filled with pretty much everything you need for Halloween!
📍1628-36 Chestnut St
YES! We have signs of construction at the new #mitchellandness flagship store that's moving into the old Brooks Brothers in #rittenhouse.
ETA per the window is Spring 2026 - so just in time for #Phillies season!
📍1513 Walnut St
ETA per the window is Spring 2026 - so just in time for #Phillies season!
📍1513 Walnut St
September 10, 2025 at 1:05 AM
YES! We have signs of construction at the new #mitchellandness flagship store that's moving into the old Brooks Brothers in #rittenhouse.
ETA per the window is Spring 2026 - so just in time for #Phillies season!
📍1513 Walnut St
ETA per the window is Spring 2026 - so just in time for #Phillies season!
📍1513 Walnut St
Interior construction at the soon-to-be-relocated Joan Shepp, the luxury and high-end brands boutique currently on Chestnut, appears to be coming along VERY nicely.
ETA for it's undoubtedly fashionable debut is next month!
📍1905 Chestnut St
ETA for it's undoubtedly fashionable debut is next month!
📍1905 Chestnut St
August 24, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Interior construction at the soon-to-be-relocated Joan Shepp, the luxury and high-end brands boutique currently on Chestnut, appears to be coming along VERY nicely.
ETA for it's undoubtedly fashionable debut is next month!
📍1905 Chestnut St
ETA for it's undoubtedly fashionable debut is next month!
📍1905 Chestnut St
In the latest, tea-rific edition of In & Out: Tea House Cafe is replacing Mr. Wish at 2102 Walnut to make sure we are appropriately caffeinated!
We passed by earlier this week to check out the menu but the store was still closed as they were busy redecorating. So they may be open by now.
We passed by earlier this week to check out the menu but the store was still closed as they were busy redecorating. So they may be open by now.
August 17, 2025 at 10:27 PM
In the latest, tea-rific edition of In & Out: Tea House Cafe is replacing Mr. Wish at 2102 Walnut to make sure we are appropriately caffeinated!
We passed by earlier this week to check out the menu but the store was still closed as they were busy redecorating. So they may be open by now.
We passed by earlier this week to check out the menu but the store was still closed as they were busy redecorating. So they may be open by now.
July hit Rittenhouse like that friend who shows up to brunch in pajamas – low energy, but somehow still bringing the drama.
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Dog Days & Neighborhood Ways: It's July's Fond Farewells, Friendly Hellos & Focus On The Future - Rittenhouse Ramblings
In a time when the shore or mountains beckon, 4 businesses opened and 4 more joined our list of now 32 businesses coming to Rittenhouse.
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July 30, 2025 at 1:51 AM
July hit Rittenhouse like that friend who shows up to brunch in pajamas – low energy, but somehow still bringing the drama.
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Oh no, it looks like The Raven Lounge closed quietly this summer.
The Raven Lounge has been part of the neighborhood since 2007. Nothing online notes that they're closed but they haven't been open for a bit.
📍1718 Sansom Street
#rittenhouse #philly #centercityphiladelphia
The Raven Lounge has been part of the neighborhood since 2007. Nothing online notes that they're closed but they haven't been open for a bit.
📍1718 Sansom Street
#rittenhouse #philly #centercityphiladelphia
July 28, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Oh no, it looks like The Raven Lounge closed quietly this summer.
The Raven Lounge has been part of the neighborhood since 2007. Nothing online notes that they're closed but they haven't been open for a bit.
📍1718 Sansom Street
#rittenhouse #philly #centercityphiladelphia
The Raven Lounge has been part of the neighborhood since 2007. Nothing online notes that they're closed but they haven't been open for a bit.
📍1718 Sansom Street
#rittenhouse #philly #centercityphiladelphia
☀️ Happy Saturday!
The sun is shining and the array of flowers at the Farmers Market are bringing a touch of the countryside to the Square.
Stop by before 3p!
#philly #rittenhouse
The sun is shining and the array of flowers at the Farmers Market are bringing a touch of the countryside to the Square.
Stop by before 3p!
#philly #rittenhouse
July 26, 2025 at 3:36 PM
☀️ Happy Saturday!
The sun is shining and the array of flowers at the Farmers Market are bringing a touch of the countryside to the Square.
Stop by before 3p!
#philly #rittenhouse
The sun is shining and the array of flowers at the Farmers Market are bringing a touch of the countryside to the Square.
Stop by before 3p!
#philly #rittenhouse
The seasonal, lush escape from #StephenStarr continues to thrive every summer.
#philly
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#philly
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An Urban Oasis: Café Click's Parisian Romance in Rittenhouse's Corporate Heart - Rittenhouse Ramblings
The seasonal, lush escape created by Starr continues to thrive every summer at The Comcast Center at 1701 JFK Blvd.
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July 25, 2025 at 1:51 AM
The seasonal, lush escape from #StephenStarr continues to thrive every summer.
#philly
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#philly
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Open now for your night, late night, and very very late night food consideration is15th Street Pizza & Cheesesteak! It slid smoothly into the old Starbucks space, and the hours - they're open 5pm to 3am EVERY day (!!) - gives all late-nite owls a solid option for late night eats.
📍254 S 15th St
📍254 S 15th St
July 22, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Open now for your night, late night, and very very late night food consideration is15th Street Pizza & Cheesesteak! It slid smoothly into the old Starbucks space, and the hours - they're open 5pm to 3am EVERY day (!!) - gives all late-nite owls a solid option for late night eats.
📍254 S 15th St
📍254 S 15th St
No Más Cantina but tacos, Crunchwraps, chicken nuggets & more in early August? Si!
Hearing an early August opening is the goal, SO, we're getting closer to this shiny new #tacobell.
Get ready to think outside the bun!
📍1614 Chestnut Street
#philadelphia #rittenhouse
Hearing an early August opening is the goal, SO, we're getting closer to this shiny new #tacobell.
Get ready to think outside the bun!
📍1614 Chestnut Street
#philadelphia #rittenhouse
July 17, 2025 at 1:48 AM
No Más Cantina but tacos, Crunchwraps, chicken nuggets & more in early August? Si!
Hearing an early August opening is the goal, SO, we're getting closer to this shiny new #tacobell.
Get ready to think outside the bun!
📍1614 Chestnut Street
#philadelphia #rittenhouse
Hearing an early August opening is the goal, SO, we're getting closer to this shiny new #tacobell.
Get ready to think outside the bun!
📍1614 Chestnut Street
#philadelphia #rittenhouse
Oh noes - one of the neighborhood's most popular gift shops, Paper Source, seems to have an electrical fire, per the Citizen app 🔥
The store is temporarily closed, and we hope everyone is okay!
📍 1628 Walnut St
#philadelphia #rittenhouse
The store is temporarily closed, and we hope everyone is okay!
📍 1628 Walnut St
#philadelphia #rittenhouse
July 16, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Oh noes - one of the neighborhood's most popular gift shops, Paper Source, seems to have an electrical fire, per the Citizen app 🔥
The store is temporarily closed, and we hope everyone is okay!
📍 1628 Walnut St
#philadelphia #rittenhouse
The store is temporarily closed, and we hope everyone is okay!
📍 1628 Walnut St
#philadelphia #rittenhouse
🎶 It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood…
The Farmers Market is off and running! Today’s flower stand selections include:
🌸 Lots of Zinnias
🌻 More sunflowers
💐 Wildflower style bouquets with a bit of everything
Enjoy!
The Farmers Market is off and running! Today’s flower stand selections include:
🌸 Lots of Zinnias
🌻 More sunflowers
💐 Wildflower style bouquets with a bit of everything
Enjoy!
July 12, 2025 at 3:24 PM
🎶 It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood…
The Farmers Market is off and running! Today’s flower stand selections include:
🌸 Lots of Zinnias
🌻 More sunflowers
💐 Wildflower style bouquets with a bit of everything
Enjoy!
The Farmers Market is off and running! Today’s flower stand selections include:
🌸 Lots of Zinnias
🌻 More sunflowers
💐 Wildflower style bouquets with a bit of everything
Enjoy!
The interplay between sneakers, apparel, and collectibles against the backdrop of an architectural gem creates a seamless experience that feels more like exploring a really well-designed museum than shopping.
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The Latest Iteration Hits The Mark: Curated Sneakers & Lifestyle Boutique Bullseye Lands In Rittenhouse - Rittenhouse Ramblings
Once again, 1509 Walnut Street shines as a supporting character, with a little help from its new sneaker enthusiast owner.
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July 8, 2025 at 1:04 AM
The interplay between sneakers, apparel, and collectibles against the backdrop of an architectural gem creates a seamless experience that feels more like exploring a really well-designed museum than shopping.
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The addition of a dedicated omakase experience fills a gap, and will occupy a unique space alongside new comers Dance Robot and Uchi.
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The Art Of Omakase: Kissho House Brings A Unique Japanese Dining Experience To The Neighborhood - Rittenhouse Ramblings
A former Hiroki chef has transformed a historic Rittenhouse brownstone at 1522 Locust into a temple dedicated to Japanese culinary artistry.
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July 6, 2025 at 4:24 PM
The addition of a dedicated omakase experience fills a gap, and will occupy a unique space alongside new comers Dance Robot and Uchi.
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Charming, friendly & delicious - Cafe Musette fits in perfectly here! The European inspired cafe not only offers coffees, espressos, teas and pastries but it also has small bites like tartines, sandwiches, and tinned fish. If you haven't already, stop by to say hi!
📍238 S 20th St
📍238 S 20th St
July 3, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Charming, friendly & delicious - Cafe Musette fits in perfectly here! The European inspired cafe not only offers coffees, espressos, teas and pastries but it also has small bites like tartines, sandwiches, and tinned fish. If you haven't already, stop by to say hi!
📍238 S 20th St
📍238 S 20th St
