Philadelphia/East Falls
From Wikitravel
East Falls, is in Northwestern Philadelphia and runs along the Schuykill River. It is closeby to areas such as Manayunk, Roxbourough, Germantown, and City Avenue. It is named for its eastern location to the falls across from the Wissahickon Transfer Center.
[edit] Get in
Rail
The East Falls train station is on Midvale Avenue with access to the R6 which runs from Norristown to Center City.
Bus
- Rte. 61 - Manayunk to Center City Phila
- Rte. R - Wissahickon to Frankford Transportation Center
- Rte. K - Arrot Terminal to East Falls
- Rte. 1 - 54th & City Line Ave to Phila Park Casino
Driving Access to Center City from East Falls is accessible from 76 East and Kelly Drive. Manayunk is a short drive by traveling West on Ridge Ave, and making a slight left onto Main Street and City Avenue is on the other side of the Schuykill River.[edit][add listing] See
Located with close proximity to Fairmount Park, which offers bike and jogging trails and where Boathouse Row is.
At the intersection of School House Lane and Henry Ave., is Philadelphia University, which was previously Philadelphia College of Textile and Science and features a previous home of Grace Kelly on its campus.
[edit][add listing] Eat
Dining Restaurants
Franco's Trattoria- Fine Italian Dining- 4211 Ridge Ave., 215-844-7889
Johnny Mañana's- Mexican Cuisine and famous margaritas-4201 Ridge Ave., 215-843-4747
Bucket's Bar and Grill- Casual Bar Atmosphere- 3749 Midvale Ave., 215-849-1222
Shan Chuan- Wide range of Chinese and Japanese Cuisine- 215-844-7889
The Pour House- Local Bar Atmosphere- 4213 Ridge Ave., 215-848-2770
Carry Out Restaurants
Slices Pizza- 4249 Ridge Ave., 215-843-4747
Golden Crust Pizza- 3732 Midvale Avenue, 215-848-4400
Major Wing Lee's- Convenience and Sandwich Shop- 4207 Ridge Ave.
[edit] New to East Falls
Sherman Mills is a community artist's lofts which have been renovated and include their own community of cafes, an art supply store, and studios.
The Trolley Car Cafe opened on November 12th, 2009 and was part of a plan for preservation in East Falls.
[edit][add listing] Drink
Wine and Sprits on Ridge Avenue offers a wide assortment of wines and liquors.
East Falls Beverage offers a variety of imported and domestic beers with a delivery service.
