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Where to Go Whale Watching in Philly

by Collin Flatt
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by Collin Flatt
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While there isn't a large douche economy in Philly, there are some pockets with serious coinage and they often frequent the same spots. So, if you want to run into some cash money folks, there are some tried and true places you can go Whale Watching in Philly. So whether you're looking to spend some of your own money or find someone who's got some, these are a few places to get you started on your quest.

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Fountain Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia

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Sure, it's a standby, but it's a standby for a reason. When you're rich in a city foreign to you, you stay at the Four Seasons. And you eat at The Fountain.
One Logan Sq, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 963-1500
(215) 963-1500

Oyster House

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Old money hangs out here. It's been sold back and forth, but it's back where it belongs in the Mink family. And where the grandfathers went, the grandkids now down martinis and do oyster shooters.
1516 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 567-7683
(215) 567-7683

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Rouge

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The Cougar den. There's lots of rich divorcees here, and young men looking to be kept. But, don't discount the solid food and drink list.
205 S. 18th St., Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 732-6622
(215) 732-6622

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Pyramid Club

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This is one of the old-time institutions that requires membership and networking talents. And money. Lots of money. Some people don't even know it exists.
1735 Market St., 52nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 567-6510
(215) 567-6510

XIX

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A beautiful bar and amazing liquor collection attract cash. And the young, beautiful people looking to get snared by those with big bank. The brown booze selection is worth the trip, though.
200 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 790-1919
(215) 790-1919

Le Bec-Fin

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Le Bec Fin recently changed hands, but it's still the place to be seen if you're into big-time wines. And the check average is still around $150, which is among the tops in Philly. While the decor is a little old-fashioned, it's still worth a gander.
1523 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 567-1000
(215) 567-1000

Zee Bar

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Right down the block from Delilah's is Zee Bar, where the young and rich blow wads of cash on drinks, and um, entertainment.
100 Spring Garden St., Philadelphia, PA 19123

Smith & Wollensky - Philadelphia

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Sure, there's The Palm and Capital Grille, but the younger wealthy crowd often hangs at Smith & Wollensky. Big steaks and California Cabs always attract expense accounts.
210 W Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 545-1700
(215) 545-1700

Tir Na Nog Irish Bar & Grill

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There isn't a huge investment banker crowd in Philly, but the ones that are end up at Tir Na Nog at happy hour and stay until way late. And, douchebag clients or not, they pour a mean Guinness.
1600 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 514-1700
(267) 514-1700

Amis Trattoria

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Sure Vetri's namesake restaurant is the main attraction, but Amis seems to attract the wealthy who don't like to make reservations weeks in advance. You'll find plenty of out-of-town celebs here, too. And the food and wine list are fantastic.
412 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 732-2647
(215) 732-2647

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Fountain Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia

One Logan Sq, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Sure, it's a standby, but it's a standby for a reason. When you're rich in a city foreign to you, you stay at the Four Seasons. And you eat at The Fountain.
One Logan Sq, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 963-1500
(215) 963-1500

Oyster House

1516 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Old money hangs out here. It's been sold back and forth, but it's back where it belongs in the Mink family. And where the grandfathers went, the grandkids now down martinis and do oyster shooters.
1516 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 567-7683
(215) 567-7683

Rouge

205 S. 18th St., Philadelphia, PA 19103
The Cougar den. There's lots of rich divorcees here, and young men looking to be kept. But, don't discount the solid food and drink list.
205 S. 18th St., Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 732-6622
(215) 732-6622

Pyramid Club

1735 Market St., 52nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103
This is one of the old-time institutions that requires membership and networking talents. And money. Lots of money. Some people don't even know it exists.
1735 Market St., 52nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 567-6510
(215) 567-6510

XIX

200 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
A beautiful bar and amazing liquor collection attract cash. And the young, beautiful people looking to get snared by those with big bank. The brown booze selection is worth the trip, though.
200 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 790-1919
(215) 790-1919

Le Bec-Fin

1523 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Le Bec Fin recently changed hands, but it's still the place to be seen if you're into big-time wines. And the check average is still around $150, which is among the tops in Philly. While the decor is a little old-fashioned, it's still worth a gander.
1523 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 567-1000
(215) 567-1000

Zee Bar

100 Spring Garden St., Philadelphia, PA 19123
Right down the block from Delilah's is Zee Bar, where the young and rich blow wads of cash on drinks, and um, entertainment.
100 Spring Garden St., Philadelphia, PA 19123

Smith & Wollensky - Philadelphia

210 W Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Sure, there's The Palm and Capital Grille, but the younger wealthy crowd often hangs at Smith & Wollensky. Big steaks and California Cabs always attract expense accounts.
210 W Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 545-1700
(215) 545-1700

Tir Na Nog Irish Bar & Grill

1600 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
There isn't a huge investment banker crowd in Philly, but the ones that are end up at Tir Na Nog at happy hour and stay until way late. And, douchebag clients or not, they pour a mean Guinness.
1600 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 514-1700
(267) 514-1700

Amis Trattoria

412 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Sure Vetri's namesake restaurant is the main attraction, but Amis seems to attract the wealthy who don't like to make reservations weeks in advance. You'll find plenty of out-of-town celebs here, too. And the food and wine list are fantastic.
412 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 732-2647
(215) 732-2647

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