If you want a good time...

go to Seviche and Tonic!!! Seviche has to be one of the most fun, hip, unique places downtown right now. Great service, delicious drinks and food... an all around fabulous time. Josh and Jess couldn't be any nicer! If you're going out and can only pick one place, pick here - SO fun!

Of course, the beauty of living downtown is you don't have to stick with one place, you can walk to so many amazing places. Tonic Bar and Grill is also one of my 'faves. They have such a diverse menu - From hummus, to pad thai, to burgers. Everything I've ever tried there has been scrumptious!

Most important, the customer service at these establishments is phenomenal. I like going places that value their repeat customers. Both Seviche and Tonic fit the bill!

This neighborhood needs a playground

Point State Park is one of Downtown's greatest assets! A big green open space to run around, read a good book, play sports, have a picnic - the possibilities are endless. It's also a great draw for visiting families. My friends often ask me "Where do you take your kid to play?" When I mention PSP, they ask if there's a playground. Most major city parks have some sort of play structure for kids, and even most minor ones. Where is ours? There's certainly enough space for one. A playground with a fence around it would be a HUGE draw for families! A safe, enclosed place for kids to play would be a big boost for families thinking of Downtown as a viable living option. If you build it, they will come! My kid is a little small to really care about this sort of thing yet, but in a year this could become problematic.

Nice In-Town "Getwaway"

If you've never had the opportunity to vacation in your own backyard I highly recommend it. It really is a different experience - especially if you have a kid! There are often 4 star hotels listed through Hotwire.com for less than $100 per night - an excellent deal. We have, or have had family stay at many hotels downtown - The Courtyard Marriott, the Hilton, the Westin, the Omni William Penn, and the Hampton Inn (technically the Strip, but REALLY close) and all have been pretty darn nice. We have family staying at the Renaissance in a few weeks so I'm sure that will live up to the reputation.

The only downside to the backyard vacation? I really wish more places were open on the weekends. With many new condo and apartment complexes expected to open this year, hopefully more downtown businesses will open their doors outside of bankers hours.