Restaurants & Lodging
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Brookhaven Shop Stays on Top on Another Best Hoagie List
Once again, a Parkside hoagie and steak shop with a Brookhaven post office address is getting noticed. This time, it’s on this year’s list of the best 8 hoagies in Southeastern Pennsylvania “that aren’t from Philly.” Phil & Jim’s join shops as far afield as Lititz, Royersford, and Phoenixville and as close as Ardmore on…
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Following Abrupt Closure, Rocco’s at The Brick Releases Statement with Update
After its abrupt closure, Rocco’s at The Brick in Newtown issued a statement earlier this week to thank customers and address concerns regarding gift cards, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “Your support has made this transition easier, and we are incredibly grateful for each of you,” wrote the eatery. Rocco’s also noted, in response…
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Ridley House in Holmes Gets All Grinchy This Time of Year
Christmas pop-up bars are easier to find these days as bars entertain patrons with decorations, specialty drinks, and food. Ridley House in Holmes takes it a step further, with décor, food, and drinks that are Grinch-themed. And folks in Ridley Township love it, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29. Ridley House, at 2107 MacDade Blvd.,…
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Calling All Hoagie Lovers! PrimoHoagies Opening New Quakertown Location
PrimoHoagies, the popular fast-casual chain known for its hoagies packed with premium meats, cheeses, and a distinctive spice blend, is launching a new location in Quakertown, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ 69 News. The new PrimoHoagies will take over the space formerly occupied by SuperCuts in the Quakertown Plaza shopping center. Renovations will begin in…
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Mrs. B’s Catering Serves Up Feel Good Soul Food in Clifton Heights
Topaz Bryant was a home cook for nine years, then a caterer. In September, Bryant took that next step and brought her soul food to a new restaurant, Mrs. B’s Catering, her first brick-and-mortar on South Springfield Road in Clifton Heights, reports Aunyea Lachelle for NBC 10 Philadelphia. I did not know it was…
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Fast-Growing Coffee Chain Plants First Flag in Montgomery County
7 Brew Coffee prepares to bolster the caffeine scene with its first Montgomery County location in the Collegeville Shopping Center, writes Donna Rovins for The Reporter. The fast-growing drive-thru chain is aiming for a January launch, according to Matt Peters, director of new store openings for Brew Team Group LLC. The new stand marks the…
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First Bucks County CAVA to Open Later This Month at Village at Newtown
Mediterranean fast casual restaurant chain CAVA is set to open its first Bucks County location later this month at the Village at Newtown on Eagle Road, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Known for its Mediterranean-inspired bowls, pitas, dips and dressings, the newest eatery in the area will open its doors to patrons on Dec.…
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What Will Replace the Closed Iron Hill Brewery in Media Borough?
In Media Borough, there is a former Iron Hill Brewery sitting empty. Business owners are contemplating who might replace them, now that the company has filed for liquidation bankruptcy, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The empty building in Media is a silent reminder that Iron Hill was once a catalyst for kicking off…
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Rocco’s Owner to Open Restaurant at Former Sycamore Grill in Newtown
Marc Gelman, the restaurateur behind the recently closed Rocco’s at The Brick, has teamed up with Chef Joe Brown on Mélange, a new upscale dining experience set to open at the former Sycamore Grill spot in Newtown, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. The pair had already begun renovating the new space…
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Plymouth Meeting DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Closed Last Week
The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia West, owned by Kingsbury Hospitality REIT, permanently closed its doors in Plymouth Meeting last week, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 253-key hotel that was built in 1987 on 7.9 acres, was acquired by its current owner for $22.3 million in April 2022. North Carolina-based…
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Hank’s Place in Chadds Ford Better Than Ever After 4th Rebuild
After four years, Hank’s Place co-owners Anthony and Katie Young can finally sit again at their lunch counter in Chadds Ford, writes Roger Morris for The Hunt. “This is the fourth rebuild,” said Anthony Young, “And it’s the last one.” The rebuild includes many floodproof features added after Brandywine Creek floodwaters pounded the building in…
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Main Line Institution Mama’s Pizzeria To Close After More Than Sixty Years
Mama’s Pizzeria, a Main Line staple for 65 years known for its signature cheesesteak, will be closing its doors in Bala Cynwyd for good next week, writes Tommy Rowan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Depending on the inventory, Paul Castellucci Sr., its second-generation owner, will close Mama’s Pizzeria on November 28 or 29. He had intended…
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Italian Restaurant in Newtown Seeks Approval to Expand Operations
Vecchia Osteria, a well-loved Italian spot in Newtown, is looking to grow its footprint pending approval from the local zoning board, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The restaurant, celebrated for its Old World atmosphere and classic Italian cuisine, intends to request zoning relief to take over the next-door space at the Newtown Depot Shopping…
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Rocco’s at The Brick in Newtown Closes Abruptly Due to Landlord Dispute
Rocco’s at The Brick in Newtown was forced to close last weekend due to a landlord dispute that stemmed from a change to the restaurant’s liquor license, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to the owner, the closure, which abruptly left around 50 employees out of work, was not the restaurant’s decision. The…
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Philadelphia is the Top U.S. City to Go On a Food Trip, New Survey Finds
A new survey has found that about 21 percent of Americans have taken a trip to a different city solely for its food, writes Stephanie Gravalese for Food & Wine. The survey, commissioned by Visit Anaheim and conducted by Talker Research, found that Philadelphia is the most desired city for people to take a food…
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Thanksgiving at the Ritz: Aqimero Serves Up a Boozy Tea and Latin-Inspired Brunch You’ll Be Thankful For
If you’re looking to add a dash of style, and maybe a little tequila, to your Thanksgiving plans this year, Aqimero, located inside the Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia, is serving up two unforgettable holiday experiences in the heart of Center City. Thanksgiving Eve: Boozy Tea, Aqimero Style Forget the frantic grocery runs and marathon cooking sessions. On…
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Andiario Offers One-Of-A-Kind Seasonal Dining in West Chester
West Chester’s Andiario offers a truly exceptional dining experience perfect for any Chester County foodie, writes Emma Larkin for Fast Food Club. Fast Food Club recently honored Andiario as a must-try spot worth securing a reservation for. Having earned a national reputation for its specialty cuisine, the local restaurant offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience that…
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Philadelphia Restaurants Honored As Michelin Comes to City for Northeast Cities Ceremony
Philadelphia served as the host city of the first-ever edition of the Michelin Guide Northeast Cities ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 18. With many of the city’s finest culinary professionals in attendance, Philadelphia was one of five cities represented along with New York City, Boston, Washington D.C., and Chicago. A number of Philadelphia chefs and restaurants…
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