What is a Philly pretzel?

✨ Fun Philly Fact: The average Philadelphian eats 12x more pretzels than the average American. And honestly? Can you blame us? Nobody does soft pretzels quite like Philly.

Think of it this way:
Paris has crepes. New York has bagels. Philly has pretzels. 

Here’s what makes a Philly soft pretzel different:
👉 Shape: it’s that signature “paperclip” twist - longer and thicker than the loopy versions you’ll find elsewhere.
👉 Texture: chewy, never crunchy.
👉 Where you get ‘em: forget the supermarket - real Philly pretzels come from food carts on street corners and at sports games, brown paper bags at busy intersections or bundled in rows from vendors who know the hustle.

Salted? Of course. Want ‘em plain? Ask for a “baldie”.

Pretzels in Philly aren’t a once-in-a-while snack. They’re breakfast at the office, a quick bite between classes, or something you grab on the run in Center City. Even homesick Philly natives get them shipped just to taste home again.

The tradition runs deep - brought over by the Pennsylvania Dutch in the 1700s, and passed down ever since. Pretzels are more than food here, they’re culture.

💡 What sets ours apart: Philly pretzels are doughier, chewier, and usually sold in packs - lined up in rows, lightly salted with that golden-brown crust. They’re as iconic here as cheesesteaks or Rocky steps.

Bottom line? If New Yorkers have their bagels, Philadelphians have their pretzels. And we take that very seriously.