Restaurants & Lodging
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Rittenhouse Square’s James Beard Award-Winning Friday Saturday Sunday is Expanding
The husband and wife duo behind Friday Saturday Sunday, the James Beard Award-winning Rittenhouse Square restaurant, has spent years searching for a space to expand. They have found that space, just next door as their neighbor has decided to sell, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Friday Saturday Sunday is known for its top-notch…
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Citizen’s Park Unavailable? Here’s 3 Delaware County Sports Bar to Fill in
Delaware County sports bars are the best place to watch the Phillies when you can’t get over to Citizens Bank Park. Here in Delaware County, there are three sports bars worth checking out, writes Michele Edington for Main Line Tonight. Barnaby’s Restaurant & Pub, a chain in Havertown, Media and West Chester gets crowded with…
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Speckled Egg Café Returns to Long Lines in Lambertville After Six-Month Hiatus
The Speckled Egg Café is back after a six-month hiatus, and eager customers are ready to show their appreciation, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The popular foodie destination began humbly at Golden Nugget Antique Flea Market in Amwell, New Jersey, four years ago, then moved to Rice’s in New Hope in…
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If You Enjoy Hank’s Cinnamon Buns, Thank Delaware County Native Ron Davis
Hank’s Cinnamon Buns, fresh from the oven, are a popular commodity at area farmers markets. They come from Ron Davis, a self-taught baker from Delaware County, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hank’s Cinnamon Buns is an Instagram-based micro bakery run by Davis. The name comes from Davis’ alias, Hank McCoy when he was…
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Cuba Libre Fans Have New Go-To Spot in Chester County
Chester County fans of Cuba Libre in Philadelphia’s Old City neighborhood now have a brand-new spot much closer to home to hang out at, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popular restaurant’s parent company, GuestCounts Hospitality, has recently taken over three restaurants in the city’s suburbs, including Bomba Taco + Bar in Malvern…
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Longtime Owners Put Desmond Hotel in Malvern Up for Sale
Following a strong post-pandemic recovery, the longtime owners have put the 194-key Desmond Hotel Malvern up for sale to see what the market is like, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 37-year-old hotel was put on the market last week without a set asking price, but GVH Partners, the current owner, anticipates…
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Newer Testa Rossa Offers Fresh Italian favorites in Glen Mills
“Testa Rossa is a very energetic, fun take on Italian American food,” said the new restaurant’s culinary director, Merick Devine. The Glen Mills restaurant, the latest addition to the Fearless Restaurant Group, replaces a former Ruby Diner and has been open now for about six months, writes Tim Walton for 6abc. The newer Italian-American eatery…
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Swarthmore Customers Enthusiastic Over Luna’s Mexican Grill
Luna’s Mexican Grill has been open less than three months, but word of mouth has been filling the tables at the newer BYOB restaurant at 6 Park Avenue, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The family-friendly restaurant replaces the former Village Vine, which closed in early March. Only a week later, Luna’s was renovated…
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New Owners Prepare to Open Revamped Newtown Restaurant as Wycombe Tavern and Grill
Therese and Gary Albertini, new owners of the former Wycombe House restaurant, will debut the renovated space as Wycombe Tavern and Grill with its grand reopening on Friday, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The couple acquired the property on May 2 for $1.5 million and undertook a full interior renovation of the…
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West Chester’s Wonder Food Hall Features Fifteen Restaurants All in One Place
West Chester’s newly opened Wonder offers residents meals from over fifteen restaurants all in one place, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The chain food hall houses a variety of cuisine from a range of restaurants, with both eateries run by both local restauranteurs and celebrity chefs like Bobby Flay. Takeout, delivery, and…
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Seeking Out a ‘Third Place?’ Look No Further Than Media Borough
There are times when it’s good to seek out a third place with friends, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. A third place, as described in the book “The Great Good Place” by Ray Oldenburg, is not work or home but another place where you can gather and socialize. Those places could be cafes,…
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Big Changes and Big Bets Coming to Valley Forge Casino Resort
A major transformation is underway at Valley Forge Casino Resort, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The King of Prussia mainstay rolls the dice on a multimillion-dollar, multi-year renovation aimed at refreshing its offerings and drawing new crowds to Montgomery County. The first wave of upgrades is nearly complete. The 261-room Stardust Tower…
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As 2026 Demand Looms, Love Park ‘Flying Saucer’ Scouting for New Restaurant Tenant
With a busy 2026 approaching, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation is renewing its search for a restaurant tenant to fill the long-vacant Love Park Welcome Center, better known to locals as the “flying saucer,” writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The city agency released a request for expressions of interest (REFI) earlier this week,…
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Big Changes and Big Bets Coming to Valley Forge Casino Resort
A major transformation is underway at Valley Forge Casino Resort, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The King of Prussia mainstay rolls the dice on a multimillion-dollar, multi-year renovation aimed at refreshing its offerings and drawing new crowds to Montgomery County. The first wave of upgrades is nearly complete. The 261-room Stardust Tower…
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New Restaurant Offers Chic French Dining in West Chester
Jolene’s, a relatively new restaurant in downtown West Chester, offers residents a Parisian dining experience right in Chester County, writes Ed Williams for Maine Line Today. Started by restaurateur Josh McCullough, Jolene’s features an authentic French menu with sleek interior design for an elevated dining experience. The name was inspired by McCullough’s wife’s favorite cousin. …
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Doylestown Borough to Welcome Three New Eateries
Doylestown’s dining scene is set to become even more dynamic, with three new eateries expected to open in the coming months, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The Snarky Tea House, an Alice in Wonderland-inspired tea house cafe and retail space, has put up its sign at 24 North Main Street, marking this as its…
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James Beard Foundation Names Philadelphia Chef As One of 20 to Watch Across the Nation
Yun Fuentes, the chef-owner of Bolo, has been named to the James Beard Foundation’s most recent TasteTwenty list of restaurateurs to watch, writes Ryan Sharrow for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Fuentes opened the Latin American restaurant in Rittenhouse Square back in 2023. Prior to that, he worked as executive chef at Alma de Cuba, and…
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Savor Philadelphia’s Brunch Scene at These Top Restaurants
Whether you’re in the mood for creative twists on brunch classics or hearty comfort food to start your day, Philadelphia’s spots have you covered, write Laura Swartz, Jason Sheehan, and Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for Philadelphia Magazine. Polish restaurant Little Walter’s in Kensington recently introduced brunch, which features avocado toast, babka, bialy, gołabki stuffed with brisket and…
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