Columbus Boulevard is a long street in South Philadelphia. It follows the course of the Delaware River, the boundary between Philadelphia and New Jersey. The Boulevard features many shopping, entertainment and dining venues, some with view across the river. As elsewhere in Philadelphia, Italian cuisine is well represented, as well as the famous Philadelphia cheesesteak. The main theme is casual dining, although there are a few more formal options. Columbus Boulevard is in easy reach of downtown and the historic Old City district. Many dining options are to be found on Penn's Landing, a waterfront entertainment area extending from Columbus Boulevard to the river.
Situated on Penn's Landing, and with extensive river views, the Chart House restaurant is part of a national chain of semi-formal seafood restaurants. The Philadelphia location incorporates both a dining room on the riverfront and a casual lounge. It opens for dinner daily and brunch on Sunday. Although beef and chicken are available, the menu focuses on seafood and includes a raw bar as well as composed dishes showcasing lobster, shrimp and calamari as well as fresh fish. Inexpensive snacks, such as firecracker shrimp and fish tacos, are served during happy hour, which begins at 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and noon on Sundays.
555 South Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-625 8383
chart-house.com
Toward the southern end of Penn's Landing, Keating's is divided into a main and rear dining room and a bar. Both the main room and bar have river views and terrace dining is also available. The restaurant is open daily from 6 a.m. for breakfast and the kitchen closes at midnight. There is an extensive breakfast buffet. At lunch and dinner, the cuisine is local and American with some Mediterranean and Asian touches. Philly cheesesteaks are available at lunchtime and there is a sandwich and burger menu. The dinner menu lists more ambitious entrees, such as a flat iron steak with crab gratin or porterhouse steak with root beer baked beans, as well as an international cheese selection.
201 South Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Neighborhood: Penn's Landing
215-923 1234
keatingsrivergrill.com
Moshulu is a restaurant and bar located on a four-masted sailing ship anchored at Penn's Landing. The Moshulu was launched in 1904 and is the largest four-masted sailing vessel still afloat. The restaurant opens for lunch, dinner and champagne brunch on Sundays. It serves a wide-ranging American menu, with steak and seafood specialities. The boat commands views of the Delaware River.
401 South Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-923 2500
moshulu.com
