Spruce Street Harbor Park is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

1. Spruce Street Harbor Park

9.0
301 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA
Park · Penn's Landing · 39 tips and reviews

BikaboutBikabout: Hammocks, wading pool, giant-size Connect 4 and chess games, roller skating, excellent food & beer, lovely views of the Delaware River

Stef H.Stef H: In nice weather, a unique outdoor park with hammocks hanging from trees, food & drink vendors, a small restaurant on the water, and lights that make it magical at night. Daytime games and crafts.

Kristerpher H.Kristerpher Henderson: Food. Outdoor scene. Hammocks. Ice cream. Did I mention food? Since it's an outdoor scene, you can soak in the sun or the breeze as it comes off the river. Dress comfortable.

Barra Rossa Ristorante is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

2. Barra Rossa Ristorante

7.6
929 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Italian Restaurant · Center City East · 25 tips and reviews

Brad L.Brad Lomas: When he isn't playing chess, he might be found reading about chess strategies or stimulating his mind with crossword puzzles. Read more.

Kathleen C.Kathleen Creelman: Looking forward to my meal. Service is great,Wonderful menu. Bartender was very helpful with choices of meals - large portions!

Michael C.Michael Chromiak: Nice spot. Nice drink selection, very personable workers and it's a great place for an intimate dinner-date.

Bob & Barbara's Cocktail Lounge is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

3. Bob & Barbara's Cocktail Lounge

8.5
1509 South St (at 15th St), Philadelphia, PA
Dive Bar · Rittenhouse Square · 72 tips and reviews

David H.David Hynes: Monday Night Football Special:PBR + Shot of Jim Bean + Hot Dog + Nachos and Chesse for $5

Adrian R.Adrian Rios: Must try the pickleback! One shot of whiskey followed by a shot of pickle juice. It's great

kocokoco: get a special and enjoy it while listening to some seasoned jazz musicians do their thing.

Lucha Cartel is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

4. Lucha Cartel

7.1
207 Chestnut St (at 2nd St), Philadelphia, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Center City East · 45 tips and reviews

Ian C.Ian Campos Martins: You should try Arrachera dish, sirloin steak with avocado tomato salad, grilled cactus, panela chesse & spring onion with rice. Perfect, delicious.

Elysia B.Elysia Bandong: Their pineapple jalapeño margaritas are everything. Very good fish salad!

Amber G.Amber Gohn: Everything here is delicious. The quesadillas are amazing. And the decor? The National Mechanics people outdid themselves.

Machi Sushi is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

5. Machi Sushi

7.9
209 S 20th St (Walnut St.), Philadelphia, PA
Sushi Restaurant · Center City · 9 tips and reviews

Bre B.Bre Bonner: They have a 3 rolls for $31 deal that makes it all worth it. Try the kamikaze and dynamite rolls. Also if you enjoy calamari it tastes wonderful here!

Lane R.Lane Rettig: Friendly staff, affordable, open late. Very tasty. Fatty tuna and Walnut Role were both awesome.

ThrillistThrillist: Don't be crabby. Cheer up by ordering the tempura shrimp & crab salad "Fantasy." Read more.

Original's is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

6. Original's

7.8
9436 State Rd, Philadelphia, PA
Italian Restaurant · Torresdale · 8 tips and reviews

Diane M.Diane Miller: They make the best veggie quesadillas and their garlic sticks are awesome. They make great bread pudding with different flavors daily

K F.K Frame: amazing pizza! & pretty much everything else!

Diane M.Diane Miller: Yummy pizza when its thin and crispy

Rittenhouse Square is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

7. Rittenhouse Square

9.2
210 W Rittenhouse Sq, Philadelphia, PA
Plaza · Rittenhouse Square · 182 tips and reviews

helvis p.helvis presley: play chess in the park

Durrock K.Durrock Knox: Wonderful park and Nice scenery. One of the best things about Center City.

ZackZack: best place in the city to see the wealthiest and the poorest divided only by wooden bench dividers.

South Street Philly Bagels is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

8. South Street Philly Bagels

7.5
613 S 3rd St (btwn South & Bainbridge Sts), Philadelphia, PA
Bagel Shop · Queen Village - Pennsport · 23 tips and reviews

Jesse M.Jesse Middleton: Grab a bacon and egg on sesame and relax outside of one of the tastiest bagel joints around.

Carol-Dee's L.Carol-Dee's Love: Something other than my usual...liked it :) Needed something to hold me till evening :)

Mary-Jo M.Mary-Jo Metaxas: The lox special is divine!!!!!

Penrose Diner is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

9. Penrose Diner

8.3
2016 Penrose Ave (at S 20th St), Philadelphia, PA
Diner · South Philadelphia · 76 tips and reviews

Elana A.Elana Amir: Egg Benedict with lox was the best choice

Joseph M.Joseph Medley: The french toast is off the heezy!!!

Johnathan C.Johnathan Cooper: My waitress Sara was really nice and the staff was really professional even at 2am. I will def go back there again.

Las Bugambillias is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

10. Las Bugambillias

148 South St (2nd St.), Philadelphia, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Center City East · 31 tips and reviews

Restaurant.comRestaurant.com: Delicious fresh Mexican food and friendly staff, can't ask for more!

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: Desserts are made on-site and the tequila selection is second to none. Try their pineapple-chipotle margarita with chipotle-infused tequila. Read more.

Amy T.Amy T.: saw a huge scorpin bug thing crawling up the wall. disgusting. the food was okay but seeing that made my decision that I'll never go back there

Geno's Steaks is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Philadelphia.

11. Geno's Steaks

7.0
1219 S 9th St (at E Passyunk Ave), Philadelphia, PA
Restaurant · Bella Vista - Southwark · 327 tips and reviews

Donald M.Donald Matthews: Get a chesse steak it is great.

Jannette G.Jannette G: Loved their onion, whiz& American cheese steak-sandwich. I highly recommend buying it and keeping wrapped for 20 mins or more (longer better) to let the flavor really soak in. Made a huge difference!

visitPAvisitPA: Did you already hit up Pat’s? Don’t forget: a steak with Cheez Whiz and onions is a “Whiz Wit.” If you’d prefer provolone and no onions, order a “Provolone Witout.” Read more.