• Philadelphia’s Mac Mart Expands to Ardmore, Bringing Gourmet Mac and Cheese to the Main Line

    Philadelphia’s Mac Mart Expands to Ardmore, Bringing Gourmet Mac and Cheese to the Main Line

    Mac Mart, the beloved Rittenhouse Square macaroni and cheese spot, is expanding to the Main Line with a new location in Ardmore, set to open in September, writes Chris Compendio for The Philly Voice.   The eatery first began as a food truck in 2013 before opening its first brick-and-mortar location in Philadelphia.  The new…

  • Philadelphia’s Thriving Food Scene Boasts This One Important Ingredient

    Philadelphia’s Thriving Food Scene Boasts This One Important Ingredient

    Over the last few decades, Philadelphia’s food scene has shifted toward local talent to better reflect the people who live here, and the results have been amazing, writes Osayi Endolyn for Conde Nast Traveler. “Back in the old days, the attention was mostly for the big hospitality groups,” said Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranon, the chef and…

  • 86 West is Doylestown’s Top Spot for Sushi, Steaks, and Outdoor Dining

    86 West is Doylestown’s Top Spot for Sushi, Steaks, and Outdoor Dining

    86 West in Doylestown is a great option to pay a visit to when you’re hungry, whether you’re craving a steak, burger, sushi, or something else entirely, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The eatery also offers a great atmosphere, especially for hot summer days, with outdoor dining and even a bar outside. “This…

  • Couple Who Turned Love for All Things Philly Into Eponymous Eatery in Tokyo Revisits City

    Couple Who Turned Love for All Things Philly Into Eponymous Eatery in Tokyo Revisits City

    Kosuke Chujo turned his love of all things Philadelphia into his bar and restaurant Philly in the Nihonbashi business district of Tokyo, writes Ali Mohsen for Billy Penn at WHYY. Chujo runs the eatery with his wife, Tomomi, out of his parents’ former printing house. The two-story space is adorned in Philadelphia sports mascot plushies,…

  • Mamajuana Cafe Brings a Taste of the Dominican Republic to Fishtown, and is a Go-To Spot for Special Occasions

    Mamajuana Cafe Brings a Taste of the Dominican Republic to Fishtown, and is a Go-To Spot for Special Occasions

    Mamajuana Café is a lively spot that brings a taste of the Dominican Republic to Fishtown, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. The restaurant welcomes you with its huge sliding doors that make the interior feel like it is outside. “The idea is to not think you’re in Philly,” said Mamajuana Café owner Miguel Guzman.…

  • Starbucks’ New Center City Store Could Be the Largest in Pennsylvania

    Starbucks’ New Center City Store Could Be the Largest in Pennsylvania

    Starbucks is in the process of opening a new location in Center City, which when completed would be among the largest — if not the largest — Starbucks location in Pennsylvania, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The new coffee shop would be about 4,200-square-feet. This is about the same size of a high…

  • New Upscale Wedding Venue Set to Debut in Newtown Square This Fall

    New Upscale Wedding Venue Set to Debut in Newtown Square This Fall

    Several new venues will soon further enrich the wedding world of the Philadelphia region, including The Ivy at Ellis Preserve in Newtown Square, write Shaunice Ajiwe and Kristen Schott for the Philadelphia Magazine. Finley Catering’s latest venue, which is set to open this fall, offers the perfect blend of upscale chic with rustic and relaxed.…

  • Here Are Some of the Best Merchants at Philly’s Iconic Reading Terminal Market

    Here Are Some of the Best Merchants at Philly’s Iconic Reading Terminal Market

    Reading Terminal Market has been a staple in Philadelphia since 1893, and more than 70 vendors come together to reflect the flavors of the city, writes Amanda Brecher for Metro Philadelphia. Pearl’s Oyster Bar provides fresh seafood. Beiler’s Doughnuts is your go-to spot for delicious donuts, while Pickle Patch hits the spot for many pickle…

  • Young Pop-Up Star to Make Brick-and-Mortar Debut with New Pizza Shop, Taking Over Eeva Space in Kensington

    Young Pop-Up Star to Make Brick-and-Mortar Debut with New Pizza Shop, Taking Over Eeva Space in Kensington

    Viraj Thomas has quite the pizza story during his 20 years of life, having worked pop-ups and collabs since high school. He will soon begin the next chapter of his story as he gets set to open his first brick-and-mortar, writes Jason Sheehan for Philadelphia Magazine. Thomas will take over the space in Germantown Avenue…

  • Delaware County Has Plenty of Family-Friendly Restaurant Options

    Delaware County Has Plenty of Family-Friendly Restaurant Options

    Delaware County has no shortage of family-friendly restaurants that are kid-friendly, with exceptional kids’ menus along with some fun and games, writes Samantha Geiger for Main Line Today. Tank & Libby’s in Drexel Hill is a great location for breakfast or lunch with the family. The menu doubles as a coloring page with games and…

  • Husband-Wife Duo Pairs Restaurant and Market in Fox Chase

    Husband-Wife Duo Pairs Restaurant and Market in Fox Chase

    In 2017, Bishara Kuttab opened his casual Levantine restaurant Bishos in Roosevelt Mall, which closed during the pandemic. There, he met his wife, Zohra Saibi, who worked for him and the now-married couple have a dual restaurant and market in Fox Chase, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The couple relocated Bishos to Fox…

  • New Eastern European Bakery, Restaurant, and Flower Shop Opening in Newtown

    New Eastern European Bakery, Restaurant, and Flower Shop Opening in Newtown

    Newtown Township will soon welcome a new Eastern European-inspired restaurant and bakery, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch.   Flourish Cafe, known for its location at Village Shires Shopping Center in Northampton Township, is expanding to the Village at Newtown Shopping Center.  The restaurant will occupy 3,210 square feet in the space next to the…

  • How Center City Restaurants Are Adapting to Return of Customers as Remote Work Wanes

    How Center City Restaurants Are Adapting to Return of Customers as Remote Work Wanes

    Center City restaurants in Philadelphia are hoping to see a boost as more commuters return to in-person work, and are working to adapt to customers’ new expectations, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY The family-owned Lamberti Pizza & Market had to close its doors during the height of the pandemic. When it came time to reopen,…

  • These Are Some of the Best Philadelphia Restaurants To Visit Right Now

    These Are Some of the Best Philadelphia Restaurants To Visit Right Now

    Philadelphia’s culinary landscape is vibrant, making it one of the most exciting dining destinations today, writes Alisha Miranda for Time Out. The list of must-try restaurants in Philadelphia is a long one. Friday Saturday Sunday in Rittenhouse Square was put on the national radar when it won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant last…

  • Chef Jose Garces’ First Restaurant Amada Now Under New Ownership, Nationwide Expansion to Follow

    Chef Jose Garces’ First Restaurant Amada Now Under New Ownership, Nationwide Expansion to Follow

    Amada, the first of many restaurants by Chef Jose Garces, has been acquired by a new operator, writes Franki Rudnesky for PhillyVoice. SPB Hospitality, a Houston-based company that operates or franchises more than 500 restaurants across 37 U.S. states has acquired the Spanish tapas restaurant from Ideation Hospitality. With locations in Old City, Radnor, and…

  • Check Out These Garden-to-Table Restaurants in Philly

    Check Out These Garden-to-Table Restaurants in Philly

    Some restaurants in Philadelphia are growing ingredients for their meals on-site to ensure they are serving truly fresh flavors to their diners, writes Chloé Pantazi-Wolber for Philadelphia Magazine. At Southwark in Queen Village, the patio is home to a working garden. The basil from the planters, for example, is used in the restaurant’s popular ricotta…

  • Effie’s, the Greek Restaurant and BYOB in Center City, to Close After 27 Years

    Effie’s, the Greek Restaurant and BYOB in Center City, to Close After 27 Years

    Effie’s, which has been a staple in Center City for 27 years, will soon close, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Effie Bouikidis, the restaurant’s owner, explains her decision to close due to being tired. She weathered the pandemic, but is tired of rising costs and low margins. She is also responsible for raising…

  • Raising Cane’s to Open Two New Montgomery County Locations

    Raising Cane’s to Open Two New Montgomery County Locations

    Raising Cane’s is planning on opening twelve new restaurants in Greater Philadelphia over the next three-and-a-half years, and two will be in Montgomery County, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based chain has been rapidly expanding and has opened ten locations in the Philadelphia region since May 2022, with six…