Watch as the sunlight or the moonbeams, depending on the time of day, jump off of the Delaware River from your seat on the deck of Moshulu in Pennsylvania. This whimsical restaurant once sailed the world’s waters, and it will completely dazzle you.

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Docked along Penn's Landing on the Delaware River stands a majestic ship with a storied history. The Moshulu boasts some impressive statistics. She's both the largest and the oldest "squared rigged sailing vessel" that remains in the water today, and she is the world's only tall ship that has been transformed into a restaurant.
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The Moshulu sailed the world's waters until the early 1970s when her role became one of a restaurant. The popular restaurant served Philadelphians and visitors from 1975 until it 1989 when she suffered severe damage from a fire.
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The Moshulu remained but a memory until the mid-1990s when she was restored to her former glory and docked at Pier 34 in Penn's Landing, reopening in 1996.
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The majestic ship moved once more in 2002, to its current location at 401 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard, and it again became a masterpiece against the Philadelphia skyline.

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Guests can enjoy fine dining at the Moshulu 363 days every year. The Pennsylvania restaurant offers special menus during holidays and welcomes guests to celebrate Restaurant Week every August with a three course meal aboard the esteemed ship.
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Dine outdoors for sweeping views of Penn's Landing and the Delaware River or...
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Retreat indoors for a quaint dinner. The Moshulu regularly hosts a variety of events, including weddings, tour groups, and corporate events.
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Visit the former ship for dinner or for Sunday brunch, the latter of which features such scrumptious dishes as buttermilk fried chicken and malted waffle, the Sunday prime burger, lobster bisque, and shrimp and blue crab enchiladas. Enjoy a cocktail or the non-alcoholic mocktail or choose from a selection of coffees.
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Scan through the dessert menu to find the perfect treat, such as white chocolate cheesecake, dark chocolate pecan tart, ice cream or sorbet, or coconut creme pie. Toast your dessert with a steaming cup of coffee, a dessert wine, or a single malt scotch. This ship restaurant in Pennsylvania will sweep you off your feet.

Enjoy a truly memorable meal at this Pennsylvania restaurant that once sailed all corners of the world – from Germany to Australia and beyond – then check out another incredibly unique restaurant in Pennsylvania that also promises a charming experience (and a delicious meal).

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Stoney Creek Inn is one of the most gorgeous destination restaurants in Pennsylvania. This waterfall restaurant has spectacular views and even more amazing food. And, it’s all served from friendly staff who are eager to make your dining experience magical. The Log Cabin, located in Leola, is another must-visit destination restaurant in Pennsylvania. The cozy, historic setting will whisk you away to another time. Here, you can enjoy sophisticated American dishes in a relaxing environment.

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