Shop Philly Women-Owned Businesses

The Chestnut Hill Business District celebrates women entrepreneurs in our small business community, which we support through deliberate recruitment, inclusive marketing, and the cultivation of representative leadership on our board of directors.

We take pride in being a welcoming destination that all can enjoy. Please take positive social and economic action by shopping with these independent businesses.


Andromeda Cook Studio

267-800-8984

Andromeda’s dream is to spread love, harmony, & knowledge through her art to uplift & inspire the collective.


AR Workshop Chestnut Hill

8607 Germantown Avenue

A Boutique DIY Studio that features hands-on, step-by-step instructional classes for creating on-trend and charming home decor pieces from raw materials. Projects are customizable and even teach you techniques for DIY crafts at home with various materials, including wood signs, canvas pillows, centerpiece boxes, and more.


Artisans on the Avenue

8434 Germantown Avenue

In this charming neighborhood, we have stocked our store with clothing from small U.S. Designers, jewelry from local artists, accessories from around the world, and just right gifts. Brands carried, to name just a few, include Babette, Eileen Fisher, Angela Caputi, Elizabeth W, Lillap, Sondra Roberts, Illume Candles, and Spanx.


Bird in Hand Consignment Shop

9 West Highland Avenue

Bird In Hand is a delightful consignment shop in the heart of Chestnut Hill. Staffed entirely by volunteers, all shop proceeds are returned to the community for various neighborhood projects. It’s the perfect place to search for small furniture items, art, collectibles, china, crystal, silver, and more. Inventory changes regularly, so you never know what you’ll find… it’s like a treasure hunt every day.


Bonlynn Cleaners

8522 Germantown Avenue

Dry Cleaners in Chestnut Hill is here to stay. Our affordable prices and attention to detail are why this family business has been around Chestnut Hill for over 30 years! From laundry to alterations, Christina does it all. Customers from around Philadelphia are welcome, and we are always ready to serve. What are you waiting for? Stop by Bonlynn Cleaners today.


Cake

8501 Germantown Avenue

Welcome to Cake, a unique eatery in the heart of Philadelphia’s scenic Chestnut Hill. Visit us for the freshest baked goods and breakfast, lunch, and Sunday brunch served in the unique setting of Robertson’s conservatory.


Campbell’s Place

8337 Germantown Avenue

Campbell’s Place, a Chestnut Hill institution for nearly four decades, changed hands in October 2008 as Mary Campbell retired and longtime Chestnut Hill resident Vanessa Noonan Mullen and Rob Mullen assumed control of the business.

While the Mullens have maintained Campbell’s charming, timeless atmosphere, Rob’s vision for the Campbell’s kitchen includes “A focus on delicious and high-quality food made with the freshest local ingredients.”  Rob has strong ties to local and regional farmers and suppliers from his work in the catering industry and intends to create a menu that utilizes seasonal ingredients.


Chestnut Hill Jewelers

8138 Germantown Avenue

Jewelry

Jewelry and gifts for every budget and occasion. Specializing in custom jewelry design. We also offer repair service and watch repair.


Chill on the Hill

5 East Highland Avenue

Chill on the Hill offers self-serve frozen yogurt and FroYoshake in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. You can choose from more than 30 rotating flavors and 50 tasty toppings, including fresh fruit, nuts, candies, cookie dough, brownies, sprinkles, syrups, and more. Add them to your frozen yogurt for an authentic taste.


DanceFit

98 Bethlehem Pike

This boutique dance fitness studio in Chestnut Hill offers group fitness classes designed for people who love to dance. With classes like Zumba, HipFit, and Ballet BarreFit, DanceFit disguises the exercise to make a workout feel like a party.


Delphine Gallery 

8435 Germantown Avenue

Soft, natural light creates the relaxed and welcoming atmosphere at Delphine Gallery. Our unique jewelry salon is nestled within the historic village of Chestnut Hill, a tree-lined, cobblestoned treasure located in the northwesternmost corner of Philadelphia.

Co-owners Vickie S. Spangler, a Gemological Institute of America graduate and a member of the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers, and Deborah S. Weiner, fine jewelry sales, are always available to help you.


El Quetzal 

8438 Germantown Avenue

Discover all the wonders our stores have to offer; El Quetzal is the place to seek out on your next shopping adventure. Find that perfect thoughtful gift you’ve been searching for or something fantastically unique for yourself. With a fashion-forward selection of clothing, stay current, confident, and chic, and find your next go-to favorite outfit or that one that makes you feel like a showstopper. We pride ourselves on having a beautiful selection of jewelry in various styles. From simplistic to ornate, we have something for everyone and every occasion. We also have great accessories for every season.


Glenna Stone Interior Design

8219 Germantown Avenue

Whether for a home, vacation retreat, or place of business, our goal is to make a statement of surroundings that express who you are. We do this by listening to you; your goals, your loves, your needs. Then we layer in our professional design expertise to craft spaces that go far beyond what you could have envisioned alone.

For renovations or new construction, we customize design services to meet the unique needs of your project, from concept through construction. With access to the best tradesman, we provide custom solutions and advocate for you through each step of the process, including floor plan and furniture plan development, lighting plans, finish and material selections, millwork and cabinetry design, window treatments, accessories, and other decorative elements.


Greene Street Chestnut Hill 

8524 Germantown Avenue

For over 25 years, our mission has been to offer a resale experience like no other. Since 1997, Greene Street has provided customers with a sustainable shopping alternative to the disposable fashion industry so prevalent today. Shoppers will find mid-to-high-end labels at a fraction of retail prices within a clean, organized, modern setting. Consigning/Trading customers will find making some “Greene” on their women’s and men’s gently used clothing and accessories easy and rewarding.


J McLaughlin

8401 Germantown Avenue

The J. McLaughlin brand has always been more about style than fashion: straightforward, unpretentious, and devoid of the superfluous. Our clothing is rooted in the tradition of sport, work, and play. It taps into the iconic legacy of true American sportswear. We approach product design with impeccable craftmanship while standout colors and a portfolio of signature prints lend unique touches to every seasonal collection.


Janine Salon de Coiffure

8432 Germantown Avenue

Janine Salon de Coiffure provides numerous beauty and hair services, such as haircutting, styling, and coloring. We also provide services for occasions like weddings and parties.


Market at the Fareway

8221 Germantown Avenue

The Market offers a unique shopping experience and combines the charm of a country store with the sophistication of the Chestnut Hill lifestyle. It has been completely refurbished and renovated and aligns with Chestnut Hill’s historic feel.

Our food market caters to anyone looking for personalized service while purchasing their grocery staples and to those looking for prepared foods and wanting grab-and-go options. There is something for everyone, from the older generation to the new generation, from the person spending a leisurely and relaxing day exploring to the business person and employee looking to get in and get out. We are a destination market where you come to get your meat cut just the way you want, your sandwich made with extra cheese or light sauce, and your international foods.


McNally’s Tavern

8634 Germantown Avenue

One of Philadelphia’s oldest taverns. Famous for The Schmitter®, sandwiches, homemade soups, Meg’s cakes, and cold beer from 13 rotating taps. Family-friendly.

Located at the very top of Chestnut Hill, just before the trolley tracks turn. Look for a white stucco building, a green door, and the McNally flag. Please visit our website link to our monthly specials and current beers.

We’re looking forward to meeting you soon.


Night Kitchen Bakery

7725 Germantown Avenue

The Night Kitchen bakery has been a Philadelphia cornerstone of artisan baked goods for 40 years. We are known for moist cakes, “Best of Philly” brownies, and sinful sticky buns. Each recipe is handcrafted with love.


Laete

8436 Germantown Avenue

Our aesthetic is all about effortless style with carefully selected pieces that can be worn timelessly. We don’t want to sell you clothes – we want you to love the clothes we sell you.

Our webshop offers a tighter edit of our in-shop selection and is constantly evolving.


Poppy’s Cafe

8221 Germantown Avenue

Poppy’s Café takes pride in giving you a pure, proper cup of high-quality, fresh, locally roasted coffee in a pleasant family atmosphere.

They sell coffees, teas, specialty coffees, beans, organic lemonade, freshly brewed iced tea, nitro brew, cold brew, and matcha. Enjoy a cuppa, old-fashioned donuts, apple cider donuts (when in season), and Stocks pound cake.


Quelque Chose

8437 Germantown Avenue

Quelque Chose has been in business for over 25 years in the heart of Chestnut Hill. When customers walk in, they usually have a smile on their faces due to the bright and cheery atmosphere. We have brought a little Palm Beach to Philadelphia with the colors and prints of Lilly Pulitzer for Women and Children.


Salon 90

90 Germantown Avenue

Make your cut and color a relaxing experience at Salon 90 in Chestnut Hill, where our easy-going spirit makes you feel at home.

Owner/Stylist Cynthia D’Amico has transformed her father and grandfather’s Nicholas & David Hair Salon into her beauty spa, with services for men and women.


Sara Campbell

8409 Germantown Avenue

Sara Campbell’s classic style appeals to women of all ages, truly proving that great style is timeless.  The Boston-based designer is known for her philanthropic efforts, manufacturing in the USA, and providing excellent service in each of her boutiques.

The designer, founder, and CEO of Sara Campbell Ltd. have conceptualized and designed her line of women’s apparel for the last 35 years.

We believe in people helping each other. It’s that simple. Sara Campbell is all about providing an exceptional experience, serving our communities, and making our fashion line here in the USA. At Sara Campbell, we want your purchase to transcend time in both style and durability. This is why we make our collection here, in the USA.


Serendipity of Chestnut Hill 

8506 Germantown Avenue

When you think of what Serendipity means, maybe you think of unexpected good luck or finding interesting + valuable things by chance. Our brand, Serendipity, means a bit of both; we create an environment where customers can stumble upon special, unique gifts, often by luck.

We started a spontaneous family adventure with our first brick-and-mortar location opening in 2013. Over the years, Serendipity has evolved into a multi-location and e-commerce brand in and around Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Our teams, management structure, and vision have helped us create a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. The values we started with reverberate throughout our team and customer experience, now and for the future.


Spa Elysium

55 Bethlehem Pike

Spa Elysium offers an urban retreat in the heart of Chestnut Hill. Located at the ‘top of the hill,’ we are SEPTA accessible and have a private lot, so you don’t have to search for parking (or battle the PPA) during your stay with us.


Tailored Home 

8528 Germantown Avenue

Starr Osborne founded Tailored Transitions, Philadelphia’s first home staging company, in 2004. The firm quickly grew to include full-service moving management and interior design divisions to support all aspects of her client’s moves. In 2016, Starr developed an additional division, Tailored Home, a retail store in Chestnut Hill.

Starr’s background includes work at Sotheby’s and Christie’s in New York. She later ran a public relations firm servicing high-end artists, designers, and products. Ms. Osborne earned her B.A. in History of Art from Yale University and was a Fellow at Historic Deerfield. She lives in Chestnut Hill with her family and is on the boards of Community Partnership School and The Chestnut Hill Garden District Fund.


Tavern on the Hill 

8636 Germantown Avenue

Amidst the lovely shops, boutiques, and galleries, here you’ll find the perfectly charming and cozy village pub, which offers a great selection of beers, wines, and spirits and serves up a superb menu at very reasonable prices, all with exceptional service and gracious hospitality.

For a great lunch or dinner, after-work refreshments, or a late-night bite, at Tavern on the Hill, you’ll find the comfortable combination of a warm and friendly tavern ambiance with the best cookin’ anywhere around.


TC Unlimited 

8518 Germantown Avenue

We love all our fabulous customers and would not be here without your continued support and love! We appreciate each and every one of you!

Over the years, we have personally connected, styled, and shared many special moments through out the years with some amazing fashions.


The Breakfast Boutique

8630 Germantown Avenue

The Breakfast Boutique serves breakfast all day, every day, for breakfast lovers. Owned by restauranteurs Rob and Dez Pollard, the Breakfast Boutique is known for its Southern hospitality and elegant charm.


Threadwell

8432 Germantown Avenue

Threadwell features custom, classic monograms, embroidery, and gifts for home, bed, bath, and baby. We love monograms (and stripes!). We love to talk about monograms, and we love doing what we can to make the best of a monogram. Custom monograms are our specialty, from vintage ciphers to sleek modern styles. Have a look at our wide range of embroidery and vinyl styles.


Villavillekula

8419 Germantown Avenue

As colorful and quirky as the fictional home of Swedish moppet Pippi Longstocking from which the store takes its name, Villavillekula is a multi-award-winning children’s boutique nestled in the heart of the historically charming section of Philadelphia (Chestnut Hill). Walk along the cobblestone streets to the center of town and there you will find and experience the magic of what Pippi’s inspiration emotes. The store features products that burst with whimsy and creativity that are artfully inspired and most definitely stand out in a crowd! Toys, books, gifts, and accessories are all specifically chosen to excite children’s and adults’ imaginations. Local artisans are also featured that not only offer one-of-a-kind creations but personalized services as well. The store is a treasure, and you will feel it! As one little visitor said so perfectly, “I wish I lived here!”

Waffles

Food Stand

Waffles Philly is a woman-owned business which began more than twelve years ago in Philadelphia.  Liege Waffles are made with non GMO Belgian pearl sugar with a variety of sweet toppings.


Zipf’s Candies

8433B Germantown Avenue

About twenty years ago, the original Zipf’s Candies stopped making chocolates and closed up shop. We decided to keep the name at our satellite location in Chestnut Hill and continue with a new vision for sourcing our candy. Now in business for forty-five years, the current owner is a chocolate maker and makes many of her own creations. We also source much of our chocolate from Lore’s Chocolate in Philadelphia, as well as a few selections from Asher’s and Gertrude Hawk. We have a rich and interesting history and act as a cornerstone business in the community.