Dear AJ, Where can I meet a man? Where are all the nice guys?
Hey!!! Thank you for your question. First of all, nice guys don’t exist!! Lol, just kidding. But in reality it is REALLY tough to meet guys in Philly. Here are a few things that I do when I want to meet some fresh man meat in the City of Brother Love. They usually work.
1) Travel!! (haha)
2) Reading Terminal Market (Monday –Friday between the hours of 12pm to 2pm). This is a great way to meet a professional man while he’s on his lunch break. You’re guaranteed to find some fresh meat here, even if it’s not in the form of a male. (This strategy also works for in the Food Court in the lower level of the Comcast Center).
3) The Gym – The gym is full of men. And these guys tend to take great care of the bodies!! Although you’re not going to meet anyone while you’re on the treadmill with your earphones on. You have to get on the machines and free weights. Pump some iron! And don’t be afraid to ask a cutie for some “help”. I like LA Fitness but I hear that the men who work out at the Philadelphia Sporting Club at the Bellevue have it going on!!!
4) Nightclubs I know this sounds lame but it actually works for me. You definitely don’t want the guy who comes to party EVERY weekend, but you can meet a guy in a nightclub. I’ve had great luck at G Lounge, Recess, Denim and Mur Mur in Atlantic City.
5) The Car Show – Actually I went to the car show last year with the intention of meeting someone new and I had no luck. But even though I didn’t meet anyone I still believe this a good place because let’s face it, guys love cars!!
5) Sixers, Eagles, Phillies and Flyers games are packed with eligible bachelors!!! But they are also packed with married men so be sure to keep an eye on that ring finger.
7) Kelly Drive – It’s not so easy to meet someone while you’re in the middle of a run but you can easily strike up a conversation with a guy while you’re stretching or warming up. This leads me to my next point…
8) Join A Group or Organization- I just joined Students Run Philly Style a mentoring program in which adult running leaders partner with Philly youths to train for a marathon. There are a handful of handsome men in this organization and I know they have a heart because they are helping the kids. Maybe you should join me in this group, or do something similar.
9) Ask a Friend! – Let your friends know that you are on the market and looking for someone. Just go ahead and put it out there. They can offer informed advice and they will hold some accountability for any insanity that may ensue. They may be able to recommend some local places for you or even be able to suggest someone!!!
10) Del Frisco’s. – Believe me girl!!! Get one or two of your girls together and make a reservation. Just don’t go in a large group, you don’t to look intimidating. Thursday nights are particularly special at Del Frisco’s… Steakhouses are good in general. You may also want to check out Capital Grille, Butcher and Singer and Morton’s. You can almost always find an attractive established man at a steakhouse.
But let me warn you that you should take all of these suggestions with a grain of salt because honestly you could meet your dream guy at a gas station. What’s more important than the places you are going is the energy you’re putting out. If you seem too desperate you probably won’t have much luck, but on the same token if you’re too standoffish you still won’t have much luck. Just keep your eyes peeled, stay opened-minded and be yourself!!!
