Manayunk
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Owners of Crust Vegan Bakery Strives to Create Safe Haven for Often Marginalized Communities
Crust Vegan Bakery is a queer, women-owned Manayunk mainstay that aims to serve as a safe place for communities that are often marginalized, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The popular bakery, best known for its handmade pop-tarts, pastries, and cakes, has achieved this through its menu, company policies, the customers it serves,…
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Philadelphia’s Crust Vegan Bakery Expanding to East Falls With Bigger Menu and Bolder Mission
Since opening a decade ago, Crust Vegan Bakery has prided itself on serving not only vegan pastries, but for being outspoken on political issues, writes Holly Quinn for Technical.ly. The Manayunk bakery’s founder Meagan Benz admits that being political has resulted in online bullying, lost customers, and friendships. However, to her and her team of…
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Get the Most Out of Manayunk, One of the Top Philly Neighborhoods to Live and Play
Blending the urban energy of Main Street with more outdoor space than anywhere else in Philadelphia, Manayunk has emerged as one of the city’s top neighborhoods to live and play, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. Manayunk first began shedding its forlorn reputation in the 1980s, sparked by the first U.S. Pro Cycling Championship, when…
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This Bookstore in Manayunk Has Everything a Romantic Book Lover Would Want
Independent bookstores serve a crucial role in our communities, from providing culture and community to generating jobs and promoting literacy. In Philadelphia, there are countless bookstores that fulfill the needs of book lovers of all kind. However, one particular bookstore in Manayunk, is almost a haven for romantic novel lovers, writes the American Booksellers Association…
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Love City to Open Second Philadelphia Brewery This Spring in Manayunk
Love City Brewing, which opened its first location in Callowhill in 2018, will soon be opening a second Philadelphia location in Manayunk this fall, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. The building it will be expanding to will be in replacement of the circus-themed taproom, Fat Lady Brewing, which closed on Jan. 6, 2026 after about…
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This Italian Restaurant in Manayunk is a Dreamy Destination For Pasta Enthusiasts
Mia Ragazza in Manayunk stands out as a restaurant that welcomes a taste of old-school Italian to the neighborhood’s dining scene, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. The Italian restaurant is run by Mike MacCrory, Sean Coyle, Andy Pyfer, and Brendan McGrew, who bring with them a combined 50 years of industry experience. “We…
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SEPTA Opens Wissahickon Transit Center in Manayunk After Major Renovations
SEPTA has opened its renovated $50 million Wissahickon Transit Center in Manayunk after major construction work that has been taking place over more than two years, writes Michaela Althouse for PhillyVoice. The new state-of-the-art facility is more than six times bigger than the former facility, and now includes upgraded lighting, signs, benches, bike racks, security…
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House of the Week: Extraordinary Church-to-Residence Conversion in Manayunk
An extraordinary church-to-residence conversion home with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Manayunk. This stunning residence was once a house of worship, has been transformed into a distinguished home that seamlessly blends historic grandeur with contemporary elegance. . . Attractive details include vaulted and coffered ceilings, arched passageways,…
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Philadelphia’s First Horror Bookstore is Now Open in Manayunk
Philadelphia now has its first-ever horror-themed bookstore, which fittingly opened its doors this past Halloween, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC10 Philadelphia. Located in Manayunk, Thrillerdelphia offers customers a wide selection of books ranging from horror, psychological thrillers, detective thrillers, and true crime. The inside includes cozy reading nooks, while there is also an outdoor space…
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Philly Landscape Designer Proposes Reimagination of Venice Island Paper Mill Site Into Resiliency Park
While living in Manayunk, Philadelphia-based landscape designer Julia Jackson witness several floods and Venice Island residents using the bridge to escape to safety during these floods. After the paper mill site was sold to a construction company and the mill was subsequently demolished, she wondered if more real estate development in the area would potentially…
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Manayunk Retail Shop Braces for Likely Business Boom Amid New Taylor Swift Album Announcement
At Minor Details, a retail shop in Manayunk, Taylor Swift-related merchandise is a staple and with news that a new album is on the way, there is an air of excitement, write Nikki DeMentri and Adam Fox for CBS News Philadelphia. As more details get released about Swift’s new album, which she revealed is titled,…
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New 384-Unit Apartment Building Proposed for Manayunk
Developer GMH Communities has proposed a new 384-unit apartment building in Manayunk, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The proposed transit-oriented building would be across Ivy Ridge station and at the site of a beer distributor in Manayunk. The property received conditional zoning permits to build the building with 380 parking spaces, with…
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Fun and Energetic Manayunk is Philadelphia’s Must-Visit Riverside Gem
Running along the Schuylkill River on the fringes of Northwest Philadelphia, Manayunk is a fun and energetic hamlet that stands as the city’s true not-so-hidden gem, writes Visit Philadelphia. One of Philadelphia’s most popular neighborhoods, Manayunk is celebrated for its outdoorsy community, expansive green spaces, stylish boutiques, and lively festivals. It is also a culinary…
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House of the Week: Charming Colonial in Manayunk
A charming colonial home set on an attractive 0.65-acre lot with nine bedrooms and four bathrooms is available for sale in Manayunk. This distinctive residence spans approximately 5,800 square feet and offers exceptional versatility with four separate units under one roof. The property presents a rare opportunity to become a large family home, multi-generational living,…
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PBS Picks Up Full Season of Philadelphia-Based Show About Fatherhood
“Grown Up Dad,” a show that debuted as a pilot documentary series last year is getting more traction and will be producing a full, five-part season on PBS, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. The series is hosted by Joseph Gidjunis, a photographer and father based in Manayunk, whose idea to start it was sparked by…
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These Food Spots in Manayunk Are Must-Visits
Manayunk boasts an exciting and eclectic food scene, ranging from Mexican and Mediterranean to Tibetan and classic American, with several spots among the best around, writes Gregory Wakeman for Philadelphia Magazine. Lucky’s Last Chance is the go-to spot for hot dogs and burgers, whether you prefer them simple or extravagant. The menu has hot dogs…
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Residents, Community Groups Worry Major Development Looms for Manayunk’s Venice Island
Manayunk residents and community groups are worried that Venice Island’s largest parcel, which is nearly half of the island’s land mass, may soon be developed, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In the summer, residents noticed numerous dump trucks on the 30-acre property, which was previously intended for development by former Dallas Cowboys star…
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Manayunk Chef Provides Food As Source of Medicine After Personal Health Challenge
Manayunk chef Michael Suminski has worked in restaurants throughout Philadelphia for several years and when the pandemic hit, everything changed, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. For years, his goal was to find a place of his own. In 2017, he opened James Restaurant & Bar. However, shortly after it started to make a…
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