Rittenhouse Square
Rittenhouse Square is a historic public park and its surrounding neighborhood in Center City, Philadelphia. Established in 1683 as one of William Penn’s original five squares, it has evolved into a vibrant urban oasis.
The park features tree-lined paths, manicured lawns, sculptures, and fountains, offering a peaceful retreat for picnics, dog walks, and relaxation.
The surrounding area is renowned for its upscale shopping, fine dining, and cultural institutions, making it one of Philadelphia’s most desirable and picturesque locales.
Address: 1800 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (267) 586-5675
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From Underground Dinner Parties to a Michelin Star: The Rise of Philadelphia Chef Amanda Shulman
There was a period when some of the most exciting food in Philadelphia wasn’t being served in any restaurant. It was being served by a…
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Philly Chess Master Ends Jeopardy! Champ’s 31-Game Win Streak
Rittenhouse Square resident and local chess master Greg Shahade is also now a Jeopardy! champion after ending the 31-game win streak of Jamie Ding, writes…
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Bucks County Native Teams Up With Jesse Ito on Rittenhouse Bar, Brunch Spot
Royal Sushi & Izakaya’s Jesse Ito is joining forces with Bucks County native Justin Bacharach for their new restaurant, dancerobot, a Rittenhouse bar and brunch…
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With Vision for Revival, Curtis Institute Plans Rebuild of Art Alliance Building
The Curtis Institute of Music is beginning to explore the revival of the historic Art Alliance building in Rittenhouse Square after a devastating fire last…
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Di Bruno Bros. Planning to Close Ardmore Gourmet Market
Di Bruno Bros. is expected to close three of its five gourmet markets in the coming weeks, including the location at the Ardmore Farmer’s Market,…
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New Steakhouse from Atlas Restaurant Group Coming to The Rittenhouse Hotel
Atlas Restaurant Group is set to open its second Philadelphia restaurant, introducing its steakhouse concept The Ruxton at The Rittenhouse Hotel, writes Emma Dooling for…
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Swiss Investment Company Acquires Rittenhouse Square Building for $5.23M, Conversion Possible
MZP AG, a Switzerland-based investment company has purchased a Rittenhouse Square building in a $5.23 million deal, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Philadelphia General Contractor Embarks on First Major Development Project in Rittenhouse Square
MMB Contractors, a longtime Philadelphia general contractor, is starting its first major project with an 84-unit development in Rittenhouse Square, writes Ryan Mulligan for the…
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Historic Rittenhouse Square Apartment Building, The Drake, Sells to Group of Four Investors
The Drake, a historic apartment building in Rittenhouse Square that has been in the city for nearly a century, has been sold, writes Paul Schwedelson…
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Stephen Starr to Revive One of Nation’s Most Influential Restaurants of Last Two Decades in Philadelphia
Stephen Starr is bringing Mission Chinese Food, the celebrated New York spot often hailed as one of the nation’s most essential restaurants of the last…
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Newcomer Opening on South Broad Street Will Become Philadelphia’s Largest Black-Owned Restaurant
Kevin Kelley, the attorney-turned-restaurateur, is preparing to bring his growing chain of restaurants to Philadelphia when Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley opens in October,…
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Philadelphia’s Wealthiest ZIP Codes Continue to Be Concentrated Around Center City
The greatest wealth in the Philadelphia region still remains concentrated around Center City, as affluent urban ZIP codes dominate the list of the area’s wealthiest…
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Drexel Happiness Lab Maps Philadelphia’s Happiest Spots
Drexel University professor Eric Zillmer, director of Drexel’s Happiness Lab, recently published a map of the 28 happiest places in Philadelphia, based on a project…
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This Center City West Cocktail Bar Offers a Popular Drink With Unique Garnish
Long gone are the days when bartenders would only opt to use lemon or olives as garnishes for their cocktails. Travel to many of the…
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Pearl Properties Acquires Two Rittenhouse Retail Buildings for $10.75M, Plans Additional Purchases
Pearl Properties has acquired two Walnut Street buildings for a total of $10.75 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The acquisition strengthens…
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Wall Street Journal: Two Philadelphia Restaurants Put Margaritas in Spotlight with Unique Twists, Creative Flair
Margaritas hold the distinction of being among the most popular cocktails in the United States, and two Philadelphia restaurants in particular, hold the drink with…
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High-End Apartment Tower Near Rittenhouse Square Acquired for $138M
CBRE Investments has sold a 34-story apartment tower near Rittenhouse Square for $138 million, marking one of the largest multifamily sales in Center City in…
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Rittenhouse Square’s James Beard Award-Winning Friday Saturday Sunday is Expanding
The husband and wife duo behind Friday Saturday Sunday, the James Beard Award-winning Rittenhouse Square restaurant, has spent years searching for a space to expand.…
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