Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Cafeteria? No, it's a Cafe.


Mere mention of the Comcast Building prompts thoughts of the Philadelphia Phillies reversing the curse that long-loomed over the city. But in the wake of the Championship, as we hopefully detox, I presume 'Comcast Center' will become correspondent to 'Professionals lunching in Center City.'

One of the beauties of working for the government is I get holidays like "Election Day" to plan catch-up lunches with less-fortunate friends who had to work. Upon entering the cafe I began to salivate at the sight of so many great options in one place. We finally settled on LaScalas, but not until we had made the full loop, scoping out all the options: DiBrunos, Sushi, Fresh Fish, and Produce Market, to name a few. I can imagine the selection is a pleasant break from the usual Saladworks and Liberty Place fare. Admittedly, such finery is normally out of my "pack your lunch" budget. But, the Market at the Comcast Center is definitely worth the occasional, well deserved splurge. I may even go out on a limb and recommend it the next Saturday the ladies meet for brunch.

Due to increasing popularity, I have heard the lunch crowds can become a bit overwhelming. So, if you are inspired to make the trip and peruse, go before or after the lunch crowd. The entire cafe seemed to empty out within five minutes of the lunch hour ceasing.


Location:
1701 John F Kennedy Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19103




Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Sat 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

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