Passyunk Passeggiata Comes to East Passyunk Avenue

Via East Passyunk Ave’s Website

I recently took an online quiz entitled, “What does your favorite day say about you?” Me? Hands down Thursday. It’s like baby Friday. It’s optimistic and hopeful, and generally just a good time. Now, another thing about me, I’m always on the hunt for a good Happy Hour somewhere new. East Passyunk Avenue, though an expanse of street very near and dear to my heart, is not new. However, it combines these two favorite things of mine, all wrapped into a weekly event that is…..(drumroll please)...Passyunk Passeggiata! The Passyunk Passeggiata transforms East Passyunk Avenue into an Italian-style promenade, reminiscent of the traditional evening strolls in Italy known as 'passeggiata.' This weekly happy hour combines incredible specials from over 40 of the 160 independently-owned businesses that call Passyunk home. Let’s take a look at some of the specials you can expect to find:

Feeling thirsty? Stop by Barcelona (1709 East Passyunk Avenue) for $5 beers, $6 wines, and $7 cocktails. If you're in the mood for something unique, head over to Flannel (1819 East Passyunk Avenue) and try one of their eight Passeggiata Cocktails, like the Flannel Espresso Martini or the Pineapple Crush, for just $5. Pair your drink with a $5 Passeggiata Bite – wings in various flavors, fried green tomatoes, bacon-wrapped shrimp...you know, all the good stuff.

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Prefer beer? Cartesian Brewing (1326 East Passyunk Avenue) offers $5 Pub Ale Pints, perfect to go along with a $1 snack. Or perhaps a refreshing $7 House Margarita at Pistolas Del Sur (1934 East Passyunk Avenue), accompanied by some delicious $7 Carnitas or Vegan Chorizo Steamed Buns, will hit the spot. 

But, it’s not all about the restaurants – get in on the Sidewalk Market stroll while you’re there. Find unique deals like a 40% off the sidewalk sale rack at August Moon ( 1729 East Passyunk Avenue) or grab a rotating flash tattoo special at Eastern Pass Tattoo (1625 East Passyunk Avenue). Check out Birds of Prey Artistry (1749 East Passyunk Avenue) permanent makeup shop to make those early mornings a little easier with 20% off services, and even build your own bouquet with 30% off at Creations By Coppola (1724 East Passyunk Avenue). The pupperinos won’t be left out either – Doggie Style (1804 East Passyunk Avenue) offers free dairy-free pup cups for your four-legged friends. 

Each week brings new item specials, so there's always something fresh to enjoy. See you this Thursday at East Passyunk Avenue!

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