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Reading Terminal Market


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4.5 of 5 stars 338 ratings
338 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
169
4.0 of 5 stars
109
3.0 of 5 stars
50
2.0 of 5 stars
8
1.0 of 5 stars
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#2 of 1,727 restaurants in Philadelphia
  • Cuisines: Eclectic
  • Average price*: $ 8
  • Address: 12th and Arch Sts., Philadelphia, PA
  • Phone:  215/922-2317

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5 of 5 stars
Rogerwny   30 contributions
Buffalo, New York
Nov 24, 2009

Reading Terminal Market is not a single restaurant. The market is filled with a plethora of offerings from food merchants - Dutch, Sandwiches, American, Cheese Steaks, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, desserts, crepes, and more. There are hundreds of places to choose from. Options for sit-down with waitstaff to order and the kiosk and eat where you can find a place. The... more

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4 of 5 stars
redcarrie   7 contributions
Tampa, Florida
Nov 21, 2009

Went there almost everyday. Every type of food imaginable. On Sundays not the full vendors are there (no Amish or cheesesteak vendors). Amish markets very good. Pickles, cookies, and candies were all outstanding. They have hot food as well. Termini Bros have great pastries and such. Be in great trouble if I lived in Philly!! more

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2 of 5 stars
dapo2004   17 contributions
Ithaca, NY
Nov 17, 2009

Overly crowded. Food was mediocre. I expected something way better. more

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3 of 5 stars
mimiko   13 contributions
Oregon
Nov 12, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

I waited in line 50 minutes for my food - fried chicken, collard greens, and mac & cheese. There were only 2 women working behind the counter at 3 pm - and there was a line of about 15. The chicken was excellent, the collard greens tasty, and the mac & cheese was highly overrated. It was more of a... more

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5 of 5 stars
ushibear   8 contributions
New York
Nov 8, 2009

We were sight seeing and stopped in for something to tide us over between meals. Recommend the fruit smoothies (Asian woman across from the ice cream station). Price was reasonable ($2.60 for 16 oz.) and they blended the fruits fresh. Awesome tasting. The place is bustling during lunchtime, so be prepared for crowds. more

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5 of 5 stars
yayyyyy   4 contributions
NC, USA
Nov 3, 2009

I went there more than 4 times in my 4-day stay in philly! packed with good food that come with reasonable price! Bassett's ice cream and De Nic's pulled pork sandwich are awesome! more

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3 of 5 stars
birdy50   36 contributions
Phoenix, AZ
Oct 16, 2009

Four of us dined here this week while in Philly on vacation. This was our first meal out. Unfortunately, on Sundays a number of the stalls were closed, including all of the Amish ones we read about. I ate at the creperie, which was excellent. They fold up a crepe like an envelope, putting your choice of sandwich meats or... more

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3 of 5 stars
JustMy0pini0n   19 contributions
Virginia
Sep 30, 2009

This is a nice market providing vendors offering Fresh meat, seafood, vegetables and other varieties of items. They also offer baked goods and loads of candy and chocolates. If you like going to markets, this is a nice place to visit. more

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4 of 5 stars
TravelerChriss   66 contributions
Overland Park, Kansas
Sep 30, 2009

Everyone knows about the Reading Terminal Market. Lots of food options. Lots of variety. You can wander endlessly and still not decide where to eat. It can be difficult to find what you want as well. Narrow aisles and visual overload take over. I visited Carmen's three times on my last visit. I had two cheese steaks and a salami... more

A must do
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5 of 5 stars
darknightofthesoul   5 contributions
San Francisco
Sep 29, 2009

This isn't a a restaurant experience (the key word is Market) but it's quite an experience nonetheless. Definitely go with an empty and open stomach. Here you'll find all kinds of food vendors with incredible smelling and tasting temptations. The Amish vendors are the draw for me. Excellent food and trinkets to be had! One of the best things about... more

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Reading Terminal Market Address

12th and Arch Sts., Philadelphia, PA
Tel: 215/922-2317
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.