1. Brave New Worlds
8.7
55 N 2nd St (at Arch St), Philadelphia, PA
Comic Book Store · Center City East · 14 tips and reviews
Shredder: First Friday Autumn Society shows are the best at this gallery/comic book store
Allie Ilagan: With local, national, international and classic titles, you'll never get bored with the selection. Special guests and galleries every First Friday. Stop by and take a picture with the giant Hulk!
Donna Nicholson: great stuffs on auction, I love books and they got more of them here.
4. Elfreth's Alley Museum
8.1
126 Elfreths Aly (at N 2nd St), Philadelphia, PA
History Museum · Center City East · 27 tips and reviews
Patrick Wittwer: Check out the First Friday gallery in the Elfreth's Alley Museum!
Patrick Wittwer: The guide book is only $6 and has a good bit of info on every single house.
HISTORY: Established in 1702, this is known as America’s oldest residential street and today is lined with more than 30 houses, dating from the 1720s to 1830s.
5. M Restaurant
231 S 8th St (Locust St), Philadelphia, PA
American Restaurant · Washington Square West · 15 tips and reviews
Rich Yodis: First Fridays now bring you live music, great happy hour prices, and a variety of delectable dishes
Raj Sarma: The garden area outdoors is dog friendly and has jazz nights on Wednesday & Friday. The garden to cocktail options are excellent, however their gin & tonic pairings have my highest recommendation.
Betty Mak: While gorgeous outdoor dining, choose a day that's not busy and you'll have good service. Call in advance if you want to make sure that they aren't hosting a private event for the chef's friends.
7. Smak Parlour
219 Market St (at 2nd St), Philadelphia, PA
Boutique · Center City East · 4 tips and reviews
Allie Ilagan: You've seen the cute dresses in the window, but wander to the back for chic and quirky home goods.
Dejhiavu: $$$ but unique items, clothing seems to run mainly petite (size 9 and below)
Mazda: Abby Kessler and Katie Loftus, like Barbie and Skipper or Romy and Michelle, are nothing if not a dynamic duo.
9. Exit Skateshop
825 N 2nd St (Between Poplar & Brown), Philadelphia, PA
Board Store · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 6 tips and reviews
Shadowscene: Check out the first Friday art shows! Upcoming Friday, December 6: Shadowscene's "Surreal Reality".
haveboard finnegan: Skateshops aren't just for skateboarders, you know! Check out Exit's fresh clothing and sneaker selection. Read more.
Matt Kilcline: Go there. They are doing more for local skating than anybody, building new free neighborhood parks and hosting shows.
11. The Barbary
7.1
951 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Night Club · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 68 tips and reviews
Shadowscene: Bounce! With Emil & Bo Bliz first friday every month. Insanity.
Bethany Spooner: +Hands and Knees+ event once a month is worth the wait! Upstairs you have old school dance and down stairs is a mix of Dub step, electro, and dance! Warning it will get sweaty!
jamie wallace: Monday nights Tiger beatsss