The Family Behind Philly’s Favorite Soft Pretzels

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Get to know Center City Pretzel Co., a second-generation family-owned soft pretzel business located in the heart of South Philly. Founded in 1981, this beloved company has been operated by the Tonelli family for over 40 years. When the pandemic hit, Daughter Erika Tonelli took the reins and kept the business running, proudly serving customers the best quality soft pretzels in the Delaware Valley. But Center City Pretzel Co. is more than just a purveyor of tasty snacks. They're also an active member of their community, supporting local charities, organizations, and schools. So if you're looking for a true taste of Philly, look no further than Center City Pretzel Co., one of the city's oldest and most beloved family-owned soft pretzel companies.
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@GKMLM 11 месяцев назад

They've recently closed due to a fire. Philadelphians, we needs this institution back! Please support their gofundme.

@dougluba8390 11 месяцев назад

Done! They’re about 2/3 of the way there, let’s get them there!

@bliffwerld6688 11 месяцев назад

I just saw this and was getting in my car to take the two hour ride 😮

@jnaar8458 11 месяцев назад

@piplup10203854 11 месяцев назад

The owner is a huge representation of kindness and hard working diligence. I love that she says over and over again that the 70 cents bagels they make are people's meals for themselves or their families and even though she could probably charge more and people would pay that, she still does that. I personally feel like if we can do those things to help others we should and this lady represents the best of that by keeping true to her father's dream and what that food represents. I wish her the best truly for all time. Keep doing that because people need to know someone out there is willing to to put the time and effort into providing something they can rely on to help them get through their days ☺ sometimes it's all someone needs.

@thanosperl5451 11 месяцев назад

It's an honor for any customer to come through your door, especially ones that show up every morning. This owner has it right.

@piplup10203854 11 месяцев назад

@@thanosperl5451 Yes, I absolutely agree with that. It's so nice to see an Owner feel that way. I truly wish we had more people like this in the world. You're absolutely right ☺

@ElizabethT45 11 месяцев назад

@@thanosperl5451 Definitely. She's feeding a whole community in a loving way and not looking for just profit. This is what I love about family-owned restaurants and the way they feel about their customers.

@jaymz168 11 месяцев назад

Hands down the best pretzels in Philly! Stopping by in the early morning and getting them warm straight out the oven is one of life's simple pleasures.

@emma5339 11 месяцев назад

Growing up in Philly, every Tuesday in grade school was soft pretzel Tuesday. At recess, if you left a quarter on your desk, post recess you were left a soft pretzel. Yummmmm miss it

@mrdpdjr 11 месяцев назад

We got em for .10 Could get max 3 in school

@tynao2029 11 месяцев назад

yeh the school pretzels were okay lol. I much preferred the Orange drink and chocolate milks from Hy-point dairy

@thomaskiely-oz4bp 3 месяца назад

I went to catholic school.price was 5 cents.i am 71

@TheSorcererAhrimanahsul 11 месяцев назад

If the shop owner reads this I want to give My condolences on the loss of your father And I Love how you're keeping the business going well done. If I'm ever up in Philly I will find this store.

@jimmike8029 9 месяцев назад

Most definitely, every other party I attend, there's Philly pretzels.

@missolesoul 11 месяцев назад

I grew up in Philly. We even had "pretzel day". every week at school. There is nothing like a Philly pretzell

@stoofyboof4399 9 месяцев назад

I remember in elementary school, the bus driver brought a big bag from Philly Pretzel Factory and gave every kid a free pretzel on the last day of school, he was amazing lol

@phlydude 7 месяцев назад

We used to have daily recess snack - pretzel and juice. From 1st through 8th grade in Catholic grade-school. We'd get pretzels delivered in the AM and 7th/8th graders who volunteered for the pretzel duty would take the pretzels and divide them up and put them in bins by classroom depending on who paid for the snack that week and deliver them to the room during the 1st class (religion). We also used to get cartons of orange drink from Rosenberger's to go along with the pretzels. 10:00 - 10:15A every day bathroom break and snacks for our recess. Thinking back now to being a 6 yr old having a whole soft pretzel and 8 oz of orange drink, it was a bit absurd but many of us did it.

@bradtomlin7387 11 месяцев назад

My favorite food to eat when I was little was a Philadelphia soft pretzel and now a 40 year old my favorite thing to eat is still a Philadelphia soft pretzel. I love with all my heart. Makes my day better every day!! Yum

@joesmith6972 11 месяцев назад

Came for some pretzel goodness. Stayed for the impressive owner and her operation. Very inspiring.

@shshskateproductions2250 11 месяцев назад

She throws away food that can be donated. Typical Republican who only caters to one kind.

@joesmith6972 11 месяцев назад

@@shshskateproductions2250 Maybe you should fill the void and start your own pretzel company that gives away everything to those you feel are entitled. You can call it Piss Poor Profit Pretzels. Good luck. Reality is going to suck though.

@shshskateproductions2250 11 месяцев назад

@@joesmith6972 sorry you are easily triggered. You wouldn't last ten minutes in a working environment.

@joesmith6972 11 месяцев назад

@@shshskateproductions2250 You're lecturing the wrong person about working environments. Stay in your lane and stick to making skateboarding videos.

@shshskateproductions2250 11 месяцев назад

@@joesmith6972 I get you have nothing going on in life. It doesn't mean you have to take it out on me. I do pay your bills after all.

@yutsylavong215 11 месяцев назад

With hot spicy mustard and a Italian water ice, never gets old 😂

@ItzBwo 11 месяцев назад

Please please please never change what ya'll do. Since the day I was born these pretzels have been in my life and I hope it's part of my kids, and their kids to come!

@fabiansierra7622 11 месяцев назад

17 bucks for 20 pretzels and a mustard? That’s great value

@B_ready4671 11 месяцев назад

That middle knot is heaven😇...as a kid living in South Philly a treat was this pretzel & a water ice..and then somebody started topping the pretzel w/ pizza sauce and toppings & ya got'a pizza pretzel!

@ElizabethT45 11 месяцев назад

"Wooter ice" 😉

@Jo-un6es 11 месяцев назад

Now this is some good rep. I mean they serve all kinds of folks, they serve their community by keeping the prices low, and they stick true to the recipe with no shortcuts. We need to showcase more of these kinds of businesses. Keep it up Vice!

@Youngapollo47 11 месяцев назад

people always know about our cheesesteaks but i really believe philly has the best pretzels in the world. god bless her and her family, truly a staple of the city

@Dark-ts3ox 11 месяцев назад

Have you ever eaten a Brezn/Brezel outside the USA?

@quincee3376 2 месяца назад

Philly italian hoagies >>>>>

@morganclark8221 11 месяцев назад

Few things are as good as a fresh, warm soft pretzel with big chunks of salt!!! Yum!!

@Ansxo 11 месяцев назад

Omg I cant wait until I go to PHILLY next month (I’m from Berks County). You guys definitely are on my list Erica. Thank you so much for this video this was amazing. God bless you. Your dad is so proud of you! This is amazing!!!!! ❤

@semp7861 11 месяцев назад

there is NOTHING I like more than a fresh, warm, soft pretzel

@alexv6462 11 месяцев назад

Closed due to fire, unfortunately :( Everyone should support them in coming back through their GoFundMe!!!

@qwertyboo 11 месяцев назад

aw :(

@Joenoblocks 11 месяцев назад

Been going here since I was a lil kid I’m over 40 now and it is sad to see them closed after all these years I remember when they were 6 for a $1 now prices have gone up so much they were barley affording ingredients and 2 for a $1 at time of closing we here in Philly need this iconic piece of Philly back asap for sure and I hope somehow we could help them keep this gem alive

@yotaiji012 11 месяцев назад

A true family business! I’m definitely gonna check this place out.

@EliteSports24 11 месяцев назад

Erika seems like an unbelievable human and the definition of world class family ran food business. Great storytelling as always, Munchies. I’m hungry for a pretzel now

@CreativeJYN 6 месяцев назад

So inspired by this wonderful lady and her supportive network.

@SurfTomas 11 месяцев назад

This is amazing.. Congrats on 42 years

@chinchilla_desperado 11 месяцев назад

Props for takin care of your pops legacy-- and building on it too.

@henrycooks1883 11 месяцев назад

I wish they had showed making the pretzels, now I want a pretzel.

@bhappy5510 11 месяцев назад

This is wonderful. I love this story. THIS IS WHAT A FAMILY SHOULD BE !!!

@paulvigg 11 месяцев назад

My first job in high school was selling these pretzels at Veterans Stadium. They were 15 cents each. Two for a quarter!

@nerd26373 11 месяцев назад

We love to see more videos like this. We will keep supporting this channel no matter what.

@roygbiv5164 11 месяцев назад

I remember a few wild - eyed nights in Philly, clutching a warm, soft pretzel like it was the last thing to eat on earth!

@jessss27 11 месяцев назад

This is wonderful ... Philly pride!!

@jtf267 11 месяцев назад

Awww... my son was in philadelphia for over 3 yrs and we visited often. Missed the chance to try the pretzels. They look fantastic. Yum

@dinopulgarin2530 11 месяцев назад

ANY CEO with the sleeves cut off is a BOSS

@enricojaun2880 11 месяцев назад

I remember when WAWA switched to their fake pretzels. it was a sad day. I love when I can get the real deal!

@si_quest 11 месяцев назад

Soft pretzel with Parmesan has to be one of the greatest snacks ever

@robertvega3078 11 месяцев назад

I love it with the melted orange cheese

@CA2SD 11 месяцев назад

I love pretzels. I must try these! The fact that there's so much history and love behind it...

@brianmoody2549 11 месяцев назад

Keep the faith and the history alive by keeping your baking style as it’s always been . You want everyone have the same tastes as it always been,that idea to run a business that’s what will keep the people happy and coming back.

@wearelosingit5835 4 месяца назад

I grew up in Philadelphia.. loved the pretzels right up to the point that I say a sales person on street picking his noise on the corner or Cottman

@bigmountain7561 11 месяцев назад

I used to buy mine on the Boulevard, one time it was just when Byberry shut down and I couldn’t get any until they got them off the median. I miss my hot pretzels with a cold mustard. Like Poison Pete used to say in Roxborough!!!

@Oisdead 11 месяцев назад

This is AMERICA! I swear if the Media and People paid attention that all the good that comes out of America we all be in a much better space. Everyone is stuck on what makes us different but forgets about what makes us strong. Imagine the force we would be if we paid attention to what really matters.

@Rahim1969 2 месяца назад

There was a pretzel spot on Frankford Avenue past York street that was there for years no idea what happened to them I used to be able 50 pretzels for 20 bucks, also the pretzel store at Pennsuaken Flea Market they used to do all their pretzels by hand was a great pretzel but Philly pretzels are the best in the world hands down.

@EenaJay 11 месяцев назад

Philly! ❤️ I'll definitely stop by to support her business.

@argaen21 11 месяцев назад

Thanks munchies. Very interesting video!

@Retired88M 11 месяцев назад

I remember buying these pretzels from the street vendors in the grassy area between lanes in Roosevelt Blvd back in the early 80’s when I was driving truck thru the area

@MetalsirenIXI 11 месяцев назад

3:22 awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww That sweet baby boy

@johngenova3849 3 месяца назад

You gotta love this gal. Good on ya. Wish I could stop by for some of your enthusiasm and a nice pretzel. In Fla. too long of a ride, lol

@LeftyRed 11 месяцев назад

Awesome story. May you continue to prosper.

@yaszit2210 10 месяцев назад

There’s nothing like standing in that line to get the first batch…. 😋 ❤

@Melisblessed 11 месяцев назад

Love this place. Whoever I make it to south Philly I try to stop by. They are super nice. Best customer service.

@josephritterman2940 11 месяцев назад

Delicious, I have had these! The absolute best!!

@lcc726 11 месяцев назад

Philly representing!! ❤️

@hamsandler2 11 месяцев назад

Nice another spot to visit when I'm in Philly

@chadheydt8221 11 месяцев назад

You must have found the 11 nice people in Philadelphia😅 City of Brotherly Love My Ass😂

@ShawnC.W-King 11 месяцев назад

This Is Beautiful ❤️

@MrArtVendelay 11 месяцев назад

I love the knot in the Phila style pretzels.

@Drea_A 11 месяцев назад

Those look INCREDIBLE

@MrArtVendelay 11 месяцев назад

So for years, in fact decades, i would buy 5 bags containing 4 or 5 pretzles for $1.00/bag at the bottom of the off ramps of I-95 in Philly. Other spots too. Grant and Roosevelt Blvd and along the Blvd were a few sellers. Also by the Tacony-Palmyra Br. Haven't been that way for a while. Were you the source of all those bag vendors?

@stevensinger8486 11 месяцев назад

Thank you.

@johnmccarthy6775 11 месяцев назад

Had many of these pretzels, they're great

@68hoffman 11 месяцев назад

living in a city where fast food is all we know ..we have little in family owned places ..i envy places like those ...i'm off to white castles :)

@GilgameshEthics 11 месяцев назад

I've learned that every city has interesting family owned spots. Some little towns don't. But every city over 100,000 is going to have interesting people making interesting things. Do a little research, a little exploring, and you will find some cool stuff. I know it's hard sometimes with life but it pays off.

@einundsiebenziger5488 11 месяцев назад

Replacing single commas with multiple fullstops serves no other purpose than making your sentences harder to read and look silly.

@kylem8127 11 месяцев назад

Facts. Frequently have gone there before 6 am to get em hot. Awesome people.

@dozergarnaat8008 11 месяцев назад

Awesome story keep it up

@dozergarnaat8008 11 месяцев назад

@@Munchies1355 hey what's up.

@ro.3645 11 месяцев назад

I live mad close to here, I need to trekk over. The hours I be thinking I want a pretzel are never aligned with their operation hours 😅

@AtortAerials 11 месяцев назад

My mouth is watering dang it! 70 cents too wowing ups to them for keeping it real! 🤤

@lycanwarlord 11 месяцев назад

and now i want pretzels. thanks munchies.

@johnmajane3731 10 месяцев назад

I remember eating those years ago, good stuff.

@glennevitt5250 11 месяцев назад

Love This Show 😎

@alexanderwolfe3016 10 месяцев назад

This place used to be open late night maybe around 12-4am. Had so many of their pretzels during grad school.

@killercaos123 11 месяцев назад

I will happily take a soft pretzel 9/10. It’s has a giant mouth feel in comparison to a hard pretzel. It’s so much better

@lhvent 11 месяцев назад

Bless this family

@Sonasic 11 месяцев назад

Food :German Machine: Italian People : American Hotel: Trivago

@Photorezeptor 11 месяцев назад

Comment: Underrated

@l.h.tnguyen4916 11 месяцев назад

🤣🤣🤣

@JesusChrist2000BC 11 месяцев назад

Uber Driver: Albanian on a 6 month VISA

@zzizahacallar 11 месяцев назад

God bless her that's why her business is thriving ❤

@rudevalve 11 месяцев назад

Certified Gold!!!!!!

@patrickmunger3053 11 месяцев назад

BRAVO!

@GKMLM 2 месяца назад

Update: They’re reopening on Monday April 1st at 6am! LFG!!!

@dogeared100 11 месяцев назад

Hubby from Philly brings these home to CT any chace he gets. ❤

@user-eg3fr5lr7g 11 месяцев назад

They are the best!!!!

@ezramcnair3552 11 месяцев назад

Im about to be in philly---gonna try these fr

@stlbricks 11 месяцев назад

A gem

@HoHosKitchen 11 месяцев назад

authentic family Recipes 😍😍😋😋

@saucekatoosh8664 11 месяцев назад

Come on down!!! It’s good stuff! 😂😂😂

@matthewatilano9118 11 месяцев назад

Love it.

@coris3436 10 месяцев назад

Been going there for 30 years, hope they come back

@tyreekcounts2590 11 месяцев назад

Philly culture ❤❤

@coljar100 11 месяцев назад

love this lady

@user-wj7ly7eq6w 11 месяцев назад

love then ending...grew up in Juniata...north cath .....we can fight with the best but its always hometown ......

@PleeseCallMeDan 9 месяцев назад

I need to try these

@DaraCruz-tq9zk 11 месяцев назад

now i want pretzel

@matthewblakeney 11 месяцев назад

If I ever get up to philly I know where i'm going to get a pretzel.

@br0wnskiin22 11 месяцев назад

Buddy !!! ❤❤❤

@EveryoneShouldWangChung 11 месяцев назад

Sorry to hear about the fire, now the waitlist makes sense. As soon as you all get back up and running, I will order!!!

@suusje004 11 месяцев назад

Wow lady! I like it!

@fowlermotorsportz323TV 11 месяцев назад

that looks so delicious man big round trip los angeles to philly

@Dexterity_Jones 11 месяцев назад

What a bad ass story, such a fantastic institution

@presidentanp 11 месяцев назад

My uncle is in philly, next time I visit I’m getting a pretzel!!

@jbadaluco 11 месяцев назад

I need some of these pretzels.

@Tusskie 9 месяцев назад

This place and federal pretzels, which uses to be on federal street are my two favorite pretzel places. Only one is still local.

@sdm12342002 11 месяцев назад

How great would it be to work there (aside from the 3:30 AM start time)? Philly pretzels and Buddy comes to visit daily!

@itsjust_Q 11 месяцев назад

Gimmie some wooder ice with my pretzel 😜 I grew up 15 min from here ❤️❤️ #215

@brandonbritton7266 11 месяцев назад

im coming to get these from st.louis omw

@nunukalataria 10 месяцев назад

First I was so happy to see RU-vid headline and thought finally I got good recipe, because they looked so great, then I got frustrated and disappointed not to see recipe itself, and in a couple of minutes realized, that it supposed to be family recipe and you want to keep this in secret, which is fine. Great job, hopefully no one suffered from fire. Get back to the busyness soon.