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Hi-Lo Taco Finds Permanent Home in Center City

Following the success of its Fishtown pop-up series, which closed just about one year ago, Chef Jeff Newman is hoping to open the second iteration of his flagship concept by the end of 2023.

The Orchid Steakhouse Marks a New Generation of Bethlehem Restaurateurs

Named for co-owner and head Chef Genc Gashi’s sister, Orhidea, the new concept will bring an elevated ambiance and menu, unlike anything the city has seen before.

A Pizza Jawn Spin-Off, Bar Jawn, is Taking Over Manayunk Tavern

Though the deal is not yet finalized, Bar Jawn’s origin story can be traced all the way back to July 5, 2022, when a lone photo appeared on an otherwise nondescript Instagram page now belonging to the business.

Big Oyster Brewery to Join Delaware Golf Course Redevelopment Plans

The restaurant is slated to open along with the course’s initial nine holes, in what will ultimately be a massive, one-and-a-half-year overhaul project.

Jam Bistro to Reopen at Former UnWined Space in Rehoboth Beach

For years, Jam Bistro has been on the precipice of needing to relocate. Now, owners Mark Hunker and Jeff McCracken are taking matters into their own hands.

June BYOB Owner and Head Chef, Richard Cusack, to Open French Brasserie

Cusack hopes that the new restaurant, dubbed Café le Jardin, will bring folks from Philadelphia to Audubon.

Panda Express to Join Shopping Center in Temple

Although there are numerous locations peppered around Philadelphia, this will be the first north of the Bensalem region.

Pizza ‘Expert and Connoisseur,’ Sal Basile, Launches New Concept, Sally Boy’s

Beginning with its flagship location which opened last month in Red Bank, NJ, Basile already has plans to sling his signature pies from coast to coast.

PJ Whelihan’s Sets its Sights on Conshohocken

The company is currently in the process of trying to secure a liquor license transfer, which first has to go before the Plymouth Township council.

New Jersey-Based Bakery, Sunflour, Announces Marlton Move

Despite taking over the space of a former ‘beloved bakery,’ fans can rest assured that the new digs will be ‘100% Sunflour’ when it opens mid-summer.

Paranormal Pizza Shares Updates on Facebook Following Thursday’s Fire

According to a post shared earlier today, Feb 14, brothers Marc and Joey Kubushefski ‘[hope] to be up and running by the summer.’

Wildly Popular Charcuterie Concept, Graze Craze, Makes Pennsylvania Debut

Local franchisee Kevin Jilbert says that should this location prove successful, more could be in the works for the Bucks County region.

Bent Iron Brewing Breaks Ground in Hamilton Township

The new brewery is a passion project from three friends, who forged the idea – not to mention the name – over the course of many a backyard bonfire.

Steel City Brewing to Help Rejuvenate Downtown Coatesville District

The new brewpub, helmed by local chef and restaurateur Phil Ferro, is just one of a few projects to be rolled out over this year and next.

Chef Phil Ferro to Open 30 Prime in Historic Coatesville Bank Building Next Year

Although acquiring the bank building took some three years of effort, Ferro parlayed that venture into even more concepts, including a brewpub, that seeks to rejuvenate the downtown district.

Taylor Chip Cookies Announces Metro Philadelphia Expansion Plans

While owners Dougie and Sara Taylor are still working to secure leases, they have every intention of opening not one but two storefronts in the city by year’s end.

Bowlero to Acquire Cherry Hill Entertainment Facility, The Big Event, Next Month

The Big Event Entertainment Experience took to social media to announce its acquisition, along with Erlton Social Craft Bar and Kitchen.

The Ice Cream Corner to Open in Wilson, Early Spring

Build out on the space kicked off last month, with a projected opening date of April 1 ‘or sooner.’

Marc Vetri Builds Hype With Pizzeria Salvy Announcement

An homage to his father, Salvatore, Pizzeria Salvy is the acclaimed chef and restaurateur’s newest pie-slinging venture since selling the eponymous Pizzeria Vetri eight years ago.

Big Fish Restaurant Group to Take Over Hammerheads Dockside in Rehoboth Beach

The team behind such concepts as Salt Air, Stingray, Sazio, and Taco Grande, was awarded a contract from the state of Delaware for the space, which sits in an official state park.