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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where's the closest grocery store?

Palm Tree Gourmet: 322 N Broad St. (next to West Building), Trader Joes: 1324 Arch St., Giant: 510 N Broad St., Whole Foods: 2101 Pennsylvania Ave., Mom's Organic Market: 34 S 11th St.

What school district are we in, and which schools serve this community?

School District of Philadelphia.

What schools are nearby?

Laura W Waring K-8, Benjamin Franklin HS 9-12, Masterman Middle School 5-8, Friends Select School K-12.

Where should I go out to eat nearby?

Pizzeria Vetri (Callowhill St.), La Chinesca (Spring Garden St.), Cafe Lift (Spring Garden St.), Kitchen & Kocktails By Kevin Kelley (S. Broad St.), Dim Sum Garden (Race St.), The Capital Grille (Chestnut St.), Parc (S 18th St.), Ocean Prime (S 15th St).

Is there public transit nearby?

Broad Street Line Subway: Race-Vine Station (Corner of N Broad St. & Vine St.), Septa Bus Route 4: operates along Broad St., Suburban Station: 16th St. & JFK Blvd.

What neighborhood or subdivision is this community located in?

Center City.

Is there a park or dog park close by?

The Rail Park: 1300 Noble St./1150 Callowhill St., Sister Cities Park: 210 N 18th St., Matthias Baldwin Park: 423 N 19th St., Schuylkill River Dog Run: 2500 Spruce St.

Where's the closest shopping center?

The Shops at Liberty Place: 1625 Chestnut St., Fashion District Philadelphia: 901 Market St.

What are the nearest coffee shops?

Elixr Coffee: 315 N 12th St., Twisted Grounds: 547 N 20th St., Starbucks inside of Giant: 510 N Broad St., Dunkin' Donuts: 1500 Spring Garden St.

What else makes this neighborhood special?

Located three short blocks from City Hall, and next to the Philadelphia Police Headquarters.