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If you are looking for something within walking distance, Pod and Distrito are both good options with "different" menus...

Not sure why they have been closed, but I called today on a whim and spoke to someone there who confirmed they were open... unfortunately, there was no opportunity for back-and-forth dialog, due to language barriers...

We went there two weeks ago on a Sunday and there was a "closed" sign on the door (the hanging kind that has "open" on one side and "closed" on the other), but the place appeared to be intact. Called this weekend and got a generic answering machine message. Anyone have information on their status?

Didn't take a photo, but was at Cajun Kate's on Friday, and their Brisket Po Boy can stand its ground vs. the Philly Cheesesteak or Roast Pork... the combination of the brisket's juices with the "fully dressed" liquids creates a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts...

called Dante's today... disconnected... sigh...

I learned yesterday from a neighbor that Elevation is located in the space previously occupied by Alex Long - in the Wynnewood Shopping center, on the short side parallel to E. Wynnewood Road by Gamestop and the Barber.

I checked Google maps, and it appears they are in the Wynnewood Shopping Center, home of Old Navy, and many eateries, including Sam's, Santa Fe Burrito, Poppi's, and Delancy Street Bagel.. can anyone confirm??

Holly, there was a thread about this a while back...

Try Plate in Suburban Square...

I stopped by Dante's on friday and was not in the mood for ribs for lunch, so I picked up a pulled pork sandwich... top-notch... not dried out, excellent smoked flavor, and a nice blend of hot/mild sauces.

Went to Rx this weekend. Everything was delicious. The only negative was that after the server came to the table to tell us the specials, he returned for our order and to tell us they were out of the appy we were going to order (calimari - on the menu) as well as one of the specials (the ribs). This was at 8:00 on Saturday. The owner was very nice, and visited with an explanation after we asked the waiter how you run out of a menu staple on a Sat. night. Salads (beet salad, romaine) were good but VERY small for the price ($8). The Waluu, Monk fish and the steak were all very good. Desserts (chocolate bread pudding and some form of banana pie) were also really tasty, and a comped apple crisp baked thingy was appreciated. Will definitely go back for ribs, but will call ahead and reserve the order.

There are two threads that discuss favorite Starr restaurants: Thread One Thread Two It is likely a question of menu preference, as (IMHO) you were handed a "can't miss" gift. I have always had a good meal at Buddakhan.

Stopped by yesterday for a 'Po Boy, and I must say that their Brisket Po 'Boy is a work of art... IMHO that sandwich can stand up to the signature cheesesteak or pork sandwich that any establishment puts forward.

Stopped by there today for the first time. Had 1/2 a Po-Boy and took home gumbo, jambalaya and cajun mac-n-cheese for dinner. Nectar of the gods!

thinking about heading to Kate's this afternoon to pick up dinner. Can anyone comment on how crowded they are and will they be sold out of things?

I can see that this locale/thread has not been popular among the Gulleteers, but has anyone been to Mayuree Cafe recently? I was there as recently as this past the spring, and the owner mentioned his lease was up soon. I called tonight to make a weekend reservation and got no answer or answering machine. Does anyone know if they are closed?

Given the hundreds and hundreds of cheesesteak discussions, kudos on an excellent, tangible, geographic guide on getting a Philly Cheesesteak for out-of-towners!

Has a Wiz steak 'wit from Talk of the Town last night before the Phillies game. Second to only Steve's in the "flipped not chopped" steak world. Highly recommended.

According to the tracking dates on this site there has been no activity in the news in quite some time. Not sure if that means things were dropped...

If you have a car, Margate is a fast drive, and Tomatoes is a laid back place with a tasty menu... http://www.tomatoesmargate.com/

Went to Sacko's Subs in Ventnor NJ last night. Split a Meatball Parm (left) and Chicken Cheesesteak Hoagie (right). The photo appears to focus better on my Diet Stewart's Black Cherry, but all I had was my cell phone camera. The meatball parm has excellent tasty meatballs with a perfect consistency (more likely to crumble than shoot out the back of the roll) and the chicken CS is 1/4" chicken breast grilled. Almost as good as White House, but close to as good as it gets. Yum!

It appears that the big news is that he is dropping his 5 stars and the price-fixe menu. Story here.

If you like a sliced steak a'la Steve's, try Talk of the Town, on Broad at Oregon. 3020 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145-4905 Tel: 215-551-7277

I was in Atlantic City this weekend, and had a Cheesesteak Hoagie from White House, which is my personal favorite cheesesteak. While mayo would likely cause a few long stares, a Cheesesteak Hoagie at White House is as normal as a Wiz Steak in S. Philly. Best Meatball Parm I have ever had, as well. I was so happy to be having a 1/4 of each that i forgot to take photos.

On Sansom, the same street as White Dog, is the New Deck Tavern, with good bar grub. Another block or two up Sansom at 36th is Pod, which isn't too pricey for sushi lunch. On Walnut at 34th is a food court with a variety of basic options (its been a while, but I think there is oriental, pizza, cheese steaks, deli, etc). I think there may be more places on Walnut between 34th and 36th, but all that is coming to mind is a Mexican place and Dunkin Donuts. Also, there is a thread on Food Carts in this forum with many suggestions.