Frieda

Philadelphia


This awesome place aims to connect people of all ages to eat, drink, share and learn something new. It doesn't like to be labeled as one thing or another, but we can assure you it's a great spot for anything from an artisanal tea served with freshly baked cakes and pastries, to a healthy lunch or brunch.

Check online for their monthly schedule of drop-in classes including those dedicated to drawing, learning a language or learning how to play games such as mah-jongg. They screen films with discussions afterwards and host good-value set dinners a couple of times a month. Not to be missed.


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