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Apr 3, 2026

marcie blaine

Artisanal chocolateria in the Gayborhood by lesbian power couple Marcie Turney & Valerie Safran.

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Darling Jack’s Tavern
Steve McCann

Darling Jack’s Tavern

Lesbian-owned gastropub on 13th Street from the Safran Turney Hospitality team behind Barbuzzo, Little Nonna's, and more.

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Stir Lounge
Steve McCann Apr 2, 2026

Stir Lounge

Lesbian-owned LGBTQ+ bar near Rittenhouse Square with craft cocktails, weekly events, and a loyal community. Philly's only queer bar outside...

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Val’s Lesbian Bar
Steve McCann Mar 31, 2026

Val’s Lesbian Bar

Val’s Lesbian Bar is Philadelphia’s only lesbian bar, located at 605 S. Third St. Opened by partners Julia Harris and...

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Marsha’s South Street 
Steve McCann Sep 15, 2025

Marsha’s South Street 

Marsha’s South Street is a groundbreaking addition to Philadelphia’s queer nightlife and sports culture. Located at 430 South Street in...

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SisterSpace
Steve McCann Apr 11, 2024

SisterSpace

The specific objectives and purposes of SisterSpace of the Delaware Valley:

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Good Luck Pizza Co (coming soon…)
Steve McCann Nov 25, 2021

Good Luck Pizza Co (coming soon…)

Chef Marcie Turney and Valerie Safran will be opening soon, stay tuned. (full-service coming in early ’23)

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Little Nonna’s
Steve McCann Nov 23, 2021

Little Nonna’s

An Italian-American restaurant from Chef Marcie Turney & Valerie Safran, just like Nonna used to make! Offering indoor & outdoor...

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Barbuzzo
Steve McCann

Barbuzzo

Chef Marcie Turney & Valerie Safran’s Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar on 13th Street in Philly…and yes, we have the Budino!...

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Verde
Steve McCann

Verde

Verde is a women’s gift and accessories boutique in Philadelphia. We are open 7 days a week  Verde specializes in...

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