The best eats: Reading Terminal Market
If you’re looking for a bite to eat while you’re in Philadelphia, look no further than Reading Terminal Market, one of America’s oldest and largest public markets. Open since 1893, this market serves as a place for Philadelphians to not only purchase more specialized products, but to enjoy the great variety of foods the market has to offer. With traditional Pennsylvania Dutch bakeries and classic burger stands, it is impossible to leave hungry. It is similar to New York City’s Chelsea Market in its wide variety of options to choose from, but this market is bigger and has products unique to Philadelphia that one simply can’t get anywhere else.
Hi’s Eye staffers Avery Conrad and Kyle Henderson decided to venture around the market and find all of the unique products and delicious foods that were available. From apple donuts and fried Oreos to corned beef sandwiches and fried cheese curds, it was a day that left their appetites satisfied and their wallets nearly empty. Follow Avery and Kyle as they search for the best foods and the hidden gems Reading Terminal Market has to offer.