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Chima Brazilian Steakhouse Sets the Bar Higher for Other Steak Houses
Story, photos by Cassie Hepler (unless otherwise noted) One a chilly Philly Friday night, we ventured out into the East Coast tundra for some meat. Well, technically all the meats. We tried some other super meaty places nearby before (ahem) and were not impressed. However, Chima Steakhouse pretty much blew us away from the moment we sat down. The drink menu is on an iPad which is cool and trendy however I like to have a physical copy in my hand as I like to study the wine list. But our server was knowledgeable and soon we had exactly what our taste buds were asking for. The full menu including…
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Hugo’s Frog Bar Serves Killer Steak, Seafood and Service
Photos, story by Cassie Hepler Once you wind your way through all the blinking lights, video game noises and faint smoke smell of the SugarHouse Casino, you will find Hugo’s Frog Bar & Chop House a welcome and tastebud transporting respite from the bling and gambling hustle and bustle outside. However, if you sign up your first time after you nosh, you get at least $25 free play which is pretty fun after a good wine buzz. Gibsons Restaurant Group came to Philly to dip their toes in the waterfront location as its first and only Philadelphia restaurant. Gibsons’ lucky number 13th location, they are the only restaurant group in the country…
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The ChopHouse in Gibbsboro, N.J. Nails Surf and Turf Dinners Down to a T-Bone Steak
Photos, story by Cassie Hepler This isn’t a chain steakhouse. Luckily, you can taste that in every bite. Independently-owned by P.J.W. Restaurant Group, The Chophouse has been impressing Jersey guests in Gibbsboro, N.J. since 2002. We headed out on a frigid weekend night and it was packed so much that valet parking was the only option. People checked in with the hostess and bellied up to the bar to wait for the popular steakhouse to prepare their table. Cozy C-shaped leather booths were a romantic option for couples with stone walls and deep stained wood accents abounding the decor. The back of the restaurant’s outdoor patio is where there was a festive…