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Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly
Federal Donuts is one of Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly.

1. Federal Donuts

1632 Sansom St (btwn S 16th & 17th St), Philadelphia, PA
Donut Shop · Center City West · 167 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: Definitely the best donuts in Philly, but also some great fried chicken to go with it. Try all of the rotating "Fancy" flavors or get some of the fresh and hot plain ones coated with sugar flavorings.

Shoo Fry is one of Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly.

2. Shoo Fry

160 N Gulph Rd (at The Plaza), King of Prussia, PA
Snack Place · 3 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: Specializing in poutine, they also serve Shakes made with Little Baby's Ice Cream. They do a classic poutine, but also some fun specials like a Cheesesteak and a sweet Peanut Butter & Jelly version.

Scoop DeVille is one of Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly.

3. Scoop DeVille

1315 Walnut St (at Juniper St.), Philadelphia, PA
Dessert Shop · Center City East · 30 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: They let you customize to your heart's content here. You can pick a base flavor and mix in as much stuff as you'd like, or choose from popular combos, like the fun "Peanut Butter Jelly Time".

Nom Wah Philadelphia is one of Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly.

4. Nom Wah Philadelphia

8.6
218 N 13th St (Vine & Race), Philadelphia, PA
Dim Sum Restaurant · Center City East · 22 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: This is the best option for dim sum in town even if you're familiar with the NYC locations. They offer Chicken Dumplings and a better take on General Tso's Chicken, specials not available up north.

The Franklin Fountain is one of Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly.

5. The Franklin Fountain

9.2
116 Market St (at Letitia St), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · Center City East · 260 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: One of the absolute must visit spots, this old school ice cream shop has great sundaes and inventive ice cream flavors. Try the Franklin Mint Sundae or one of the huge banana splits.

Pizzeria Beddia is one of Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly.

6. Pizzeria Beddia

115 E Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Pizzeria · North Philadelphia · 18 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: Get here no later than 5:30 to get a pie, which is amazing and absolutely worth the hype. The pies are all made one at a time, separated by 10 minute intervals, by Joe Beddia himself.

Magpie is one of Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly.

7. Magpie

1622 South St (btw 16th & 17th), Philadelphia, PA
Dessert Shop · Rittenhouse Square · 20 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: Come here for excellent pie, both sweet and savory. Start with the deep dish Mac & Cheese pie and finish with any one of the sweet options, a la mode of course with Bassett's Vanilla Ice Cream.

Mission Taqueria is one of Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly.

8. Mission Taqueria

8.5
1516 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA
Taco Restaurant · Center City West · 26 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: Don't miss this beautiful space, located behind a door leading up a stairway offering a bright, lively interior with excellent Mexican food, including a giant tray of nachos and delicious tacos.

Pizza Brain is one of Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly.

9. Pizza Brain

8.6
2313 Frankford Ave (btwn York St & Dauphin St), Philadelphia, PA
Pizzeria · North Philadelphia · 74 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: Always a must, this pizza shop is dubbed the World's First Pizza Museum. With jumbo slices and tons of great memorabilia to keep you entertained while you wait, get any slice available on rotation.

Little Baby's Ice Cream Shop is one of Mike Chau's Springtime Guide to Philly.

10. Little Baby's Ice Cream Shop

2311 Frankford Ave (btw York & Dauphin), Philadelphia, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · North Philadelphia · 46 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chau: This location is attached to Pizza Brain for the perfect 1-2 punch. They are known for crazy flavors, like Sriracha and Everything Bagel. Try the flight, which comes with 6 different scoops.