Best Dessert in Atsion Lake

"Inspired by classic, old-school ice cream parlors, Franklin Fountain channels the best of the good old days with bow-tie-clad staff, retro sodas and phosphates, and excellent high-quality flavors. Choose from massive sundaes like the marshmallow-topped Franklin Mint with mint and vanilla or the Stock Market Crunch with rocky road drenched in peanut butter sauce. Alternatives include the best-in-class Cookies & Cream served in a Chinese takeout container, and floats like chocolate ice cream in housemade cherry soda."

"Ice cream is a part of Philadelphia history and few spots do justice to nostalgic soda shop vibes like Franklin Fountain, an ice cream destination in Old City from brothers Ryan and Eric Berley. The shop only dates back to 2004, but sits in a lovingly renovated and restored turn-of-the-century building. Go for one of the decadent sundaes, like the Stock Market Crunch with rocky road ice cream (invented in 1929), peanut butter sauce, salted pretzels, and whipped cream."

"Open since 2004, Franklin Fountain has embraced its Old City neighborhood and could pass for an ice cream counter from a century ago. Beyond classic scoops, uniformed servers and a restored soda counter complete the retro picture. Crowds form day and night to eat handmade ice cream made with local dairy and seasonal fruit."

"Throughout the pandemic, El Merkury, known for Central American street food like elote, taquitos and churros, has provided hundreds of meals to the Sunday Love Project, an organization that serves 600 to 800 meals a week to unhoused Philadelphians. You can help by donating on El Merkury’s website—before you order their addictive bean and cheese pupusas. Open Monday to Saturday 11am to 8pm, Sunday 12pm to 7pm for takeout, outdoor dining and delivery."

"Pop-up shop turned brick-and-mortar, El Merkury specializes in Central American street food inspired by Mayan cuisine. Corn, chocolate, chili and beans go into popular dishes such as maize-based flatbread pupusas, available con carne or vegetarian. El Merkury also serves up fresh churros with ice cream, including flavors like apple spice, piñata and chocolate."

"If you’ve missed the cut off for doughnuts and chicken, then check out Sweet Box Cupcake Truck – often found at Philadelphia’s Love Park. Flavors include Red Velvet, Chocolate Ganache, PB&J, Hot Cocoa and more. Sweet Box’s chocolate chip cookie dough cupcake is created with an achingly wonderful glop of cookie dough wedged in the center; with flavors like this, it’s hardly surprising that Sweet Box Cupcakes has developed an avid following in Philly."

"For cupcakes piled high with swirls of pillowy icing, check out Sweet Box, which is posting a new menu each morning to Instagram and Facebook. Treat yourself to a single cupcake, or place an order for four, six, or 12. All boxes can be customized to contain the flavors of your choice (think chocolate peanut butter and strawberries and champagne)."

"Sweet Box in Center City is known for “The Jawn,” which is a cookie dough bar layered with birthday cake and cake batter buttercream. It’s monstrous, insanely rich, and will probably put you in a sugar coma for a few hours. But if you have a friend celebrating a birthday in quarantine, it’s exactly what you should be sending them."

"Café Con Chocolate is a small corner café on Norwood Street in the heart of Philadelphia offering an all-day menu of traditional Mexican cuisine in a uniquely bohemian atmosphere. The creative menu features a variety of favorites such as burritos, nachos, empanadas, and tacos, and tamales, as well as hearty entrées like motuleños especiales, molletes, tlacoyo with refried beans, and chilaquiles, all served with homemade salsa. The delicious cuisine is paired with authentic Oaxacan hot chocolate and a variety of coffee and espresso drinks."

"Nobody does desayuno like this Mexican breakfast spot on Snyder. Classics like huevos a la Mexicana and molletes are on the menu alongside breakfast nachos, tofu scramble burritos, and chilaquiles. True to its name, Cafe y Chocolate has an extensive menu of Mexican influenced espresso drinks."

"All you need to know about Cafe Y Chocolate is that they have incredible churros, and you can order them for delivery."

"A national brand, yes, but all ice cream at this Port Richmond parlor is made in-store daily. Choose your flavor base and mix-ins, and watch as the blend is melded together in front of your eyes."

"Cold Stone Creamery offers the Ultimate Ice Cream Experience. Ice Cream, Cakes, Shakes, Birthday Cake the Way You Want It"

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. Mood Cafe started out as a pint-sized Indian place doling out lassis, ice cream, and other sweet but healthy treats. It specializes in the lassi, a delicious concoction of yogurt and fruit drink, originally from India, but gaining popularity worldwide."

"Even though Factory Donuts has great sandwiches, the donuts at this spot in Mayfair are the main attraction. All 24 signature choices and seven cream-filled options, like maple bacon, apple cider, or strawberry lemonade, are made fresh-to-order. There’s almost nothing better than a warm donut right out the fryer, especially if they’re as light and crispy as theirs."

"They’re easily the best donuts you can find in the Mayfair area. They also have locations in the Philadelphia suburbs, including Media, Newtown, Doylestown, and Turnersville, NJ. Factory Donuts’ special flavors include Maple Bacon Explosion, Chocolate Coconut Dream, and Vanilla Factory."

"I was excited to tried Factory Donuts because it was supposed to be made fresh and there are so many flavors so I was looking forward to it."

"1339 W Oregon Ave Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 389-8889 For only $.75, customers can enjoy their favorite classic flavors, such as glazed, chocolate, vanilla, jelly filled, and Boston cream. Other sweet treats include donut holes (bag of 8), apple fritters, and cinnamon rolls. Purchase options include single donuts, 1/2 dozen, or one dozen."

"Originally William Penn’s Center Square, the park sits just west of City Hall. Recently renovated, Dilworth Park now features an interactive lawn fountain, various seating areas, a cafe, and seasonal activities. During the winter, they set up an outdoor ice rink for skating, and in the summer they host outdoor movies and live musical performances."

"Neshaminy State Park is located just outside of the Philadelphia city limits in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. While it’s a bit of a drive from downtown, it has one of the best views of Philadelphia’s skyline, especially on clear days. The park is positioned about 15 miles north of Philly’s downtown core along the banks of the Delaware River."

"301 S Christopher Columbus BlvdPhiladelphia, PA 19106(215) 922-2386. Spruce Street Harbor Park is one of the best city parks in the country. It is charming and picturesque, offering a laidback atmosphere."

"During the summer months, Spruce Street Harbor park is THE place to head because who doesn’t like an outdoor drinking photo."

"Lolita is a modern Mexican restaurant in Philadelphia's Midtown Village that has been open since 2004. Another of Marcie Turney’s classics, Lolita went through renovations in 2014 ..."

"Standard Tap is widely considered to be the first gastropub in the United States and the first brewpub to embrace Philadelphia’s renewed craft beer scene in the late 20th century. It has become a renowned favorite to diverse crowds, from hipsters and foodies to business crowds to environmentalists who commend the brewery for its sustainable practices. The multi-level bar showcases rotating daily creations by executive chef Joel Mazigian, including signature dishes such as mussels and sausage, duck confit salad, and chicken pie that have been highlighted in a number of national culinary magazines."

"This multilevel restaurant and bar brings together local microbrews with gourmet bar food such as chicken pies, mussels with sausage and grilled octopus. The fried smelts and double burgers are a popular favorite but the diverse options have people coming back to check out the rotating menu of delicious food and local beers."

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"Dating to 1690, Wyck is known as one of Philadelphia’s oldest houses. Wyck offers a variety of educational programs for school groups, including environmental education, programs that focus on history of Quakerism, Native Americans, Colonial life, and Philadelphia. Wyck’s open season runs from April through November."

"Thaddeus Kosciuszko was a Polish-Lithuania military engineer and statesman who supported the American colonists during the Revolutionary War. He fought in the war as a Colonel in the Continental Army and rose to the rank of Brigadier Colonel. Kosciuszko remained a close friend and confidant of Thomas Jefferson with both men deeply committed to the ideals of human rights."

"Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial is the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived. Visit the site to learn how this military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the room where he received notable visitors such as Chief Little Turtle and Thomas Jefferson."

"Kosciuszko was a Polish military engineer who fought in the American Revolution and was considered a military hero in Poland. He moved to Philadelphia in 1797 to this corner brick home at 301 Pine Street, where he entertained guests like his BFF Thomas Jefferson. The memorial became part of the national parks system in 1972."

"Fireman's Hall Museum is located in Philadelphia's Historic Old City district and is inside an old restored firehouse. The museum features dozens of exhibits that showcase the most heroic moments of firefighting in Philadelphia's history, as well as artifacts, old fire hoses, antique fire trucks and uniforms of famous firefighters. You can take a self-guided tour of the museum to see the photographs and exhibits firsthand; stop by the gift shop after your tour to pick up firefighter memorabilia and souvenirs."

"Another venue where your kid might get super excited is the Fireman’s Hall Museum, especially if their biggest wish is to be a fireman when they grow up!. The museum displays a variety of equipment from the fire department of Philadelphia and even provides the visitors one of a kind opportunity to dress up with firefighter gear. Kids also have the opportunity to hear a lesson about the science firefighting by the professional staff."