SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - Time is up and the grace period on Philadelphia’s vaccine mandate for places that serve food is over. Establishments can no longer accept negative tests, but need proof of vaccination."I think it's absolutely ridiculous," said Butchie Gallo.
He’s a regular at Stogie Joe's on East Passyunk. But, dining in was a little different Tuesday, as patrons have to show vaccination cards."I didn't want to show the card.
I didn't feel like it was anybody's business, but I wanted to come here and support the people I know," Gallo added.MORE HEADLINES:Others dining in didn’t think it was a big deal.
One block away, at Marra's Restaurant, the manager talked about the new mandate."The business hasn't been the same," manager Giuseppe DeLuca stated.