Restaurants & Lodging
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Two of the Best Hoagies in Southeastern Pennsylvania are in Chester County
While Philadelphia might be the best place to find a hoagie, there are numerous spots throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania to find that perfect bite, and two of them are in Chester County, writes Jen O’Mara for The Keystone News. Out of the eight hoagie shops listed that rival Philadelphia, one in Phoenixville and another in West…
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Magerk’s Pub & Grill Expands to West Chester in Former Iron Hill Space
West Chester’s former Iron Hill Brewery is set to become a Magerk’s Pub & Grill, according to building ownership and restaurant executives, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Building landlord John Barry recently confirmed the news, sharing that the Magerk’s team had signed the lease to become the 10,000-square-foot space’s newest tenants. The update…
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Chester County Boasts One of Pennsylvania’s 10 Best Spots for Milkshakes
Milkshakes are available on most menus in Pennsylvania, but it takes real skill to create a truly great one, writes PhillyBite Magazine. Luckily for us, one spot in Chester County makes some of the best milkshakes in the whole state. Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt in Berwyn made PhillyBite Magazine’s list of the top…
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6 Bucks County Bars Where Everybody Knows Your Name
Some bars in Bucks County have a guy. You know the type. He sits in the same spot every Thursday, knows the bartender’s kids’ names, and has been coming in long enough that his usual gets poured before he asks. He is not famous. He is just a regular. And without him, and the dozen…
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Carversville Inn Named a Must-Visit Boutique Hotel by Travel + Leisure
A 212-year-old building in one of Bucks County’s smallest villages has landed on the national radar, earning a featured review by Regan Stephens in Travel + Leisure after a years-long transformation into a boutique hotel and restaurant. The Carversville Inn, located in the heart of the tiny village of Carversville, not far from New Hope,…
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Upscale Coastal Dining Awaits at West Chester Seafood Kitchen
West Chester Seafood Kitchen is continuing to impress residents with its chic, coastal dining experience, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. Now in its second year in the heart of West Chester, the restaurant features an expansive menu that ranges well beyond its namesake cuisine. The kitchen attracts a consistent customer base for its…
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Philly’s ‘Skinny Joey’ Merlino Opening Cheesesteak Shop in Boothwyn
Just a year after opening his South Philadelphia cheesesteak shop, “Skinny Joey” Merlino is launching new locations at the Jersey Shore and Delaware County, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to his partner, Joe “Lil’ Snuff” Perri, the new Wildwood boardwalk location will be opening shortly after Memorial Day. Perri discussed that the boardwalk location will…
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Mother and Son from Sicily Serve Up a Taste of Italy at Fiorello’s Café in West Chester
Sicilian-born Danny Fiorello and his mother, Ninfa, have been serving up the delicious tastes of Italy at Fiorello’s Café in West Chester for more than two decades, writes Tamala Edwards for 6ABC. “We have some of the modern Italian, but we also keep the old-world cuisine,” said Danny. Most of the recipes used to make…
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Longtime Fairmount Restaurant Owner Sells, New Restaurant Set to Come In Soon
Salvatore De Cristofaro, the longtime chef and owner of Figs in Fairmount, has sold his BYOB to veteran private chef and cooking instructor Landi Prendi, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Prendi plans to reopen the space as Valentina Italian Ristorante by the end of May 2026. Cristofaro’s move to sell marks the end…
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This Colmar Pitmaster Ditched Academia — Now His BBQ Draws Hour-Long Lines
If you’re not in line by late morning, you might miss your shot at one of Montco’s most talked-about barbecue spots, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. At John Parson’s Texas Barbecue in Colmar, pitmaster John Lantonio is drawing crowds with Texas-style smoked meats that regularly sell out by early afternoon. His operation centers…
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Farm-to-Table Gems and a British Pub: Chester County’s Most Charming Dining Spots
Three Chester County restaurants are known to be especially charming eateries, complimented by a cozy atmosphere and unforgettable flavors, writes Dorian Briggs for Ever After in the Woods. Talula’s Table is a true gem in Kennett Square, where securing a reservation can take months of planning. During the day, the space acts as a gourmet…
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Kennett Square Pizza Place Named One of the Best Pizza Shops in the World
Kennett Square’s Mezzaluna Wood Fired Pizza has been named one of the best pizza shops in the world, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The recognition comes from the annual International Pizza Expo, a yearly contest that judges hundreds of pizzerias around the world in a category-specific competition. This year, over five hundred restaurants competed, a…
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Treat Mom to a Mother’s Day Meal at These Chester County Restaurants
Restaurants around Chester County are offering breakfast, brunch, and dinner specials for the perfect Mother’s Day meal, write Anne E. Hill and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Here are four local spots where you can enjoy a delicious meal this Mother’s Day weekend. Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10. At the Table—Wayne. Enjoy an…
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New Hospitality Manager Takes the Helm at West Chester’s Hotel Warner
West Chester’s Hotel Warner has been picked up by Extreme Hospitality, a third-party property manager, to oversee its operations, writes Esther Hertzfeld for Hotel Management Magazine. Hotel Warner opened in 1930 as the Warner Theatre, transforming in 2011 into the current hotel. Much of the original architecture, such as the grand staircase, lobby, and brickwork,…
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Chicken Salad Chain Spreads Its Wings With Locations Coming to Chester County
Southern fast-casual chain Chicken Salad Chick is set to enter the Philadelphia market with six locations across Chester and Montgomery counties, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Amanda Furiato and her fiancé Ryan Metz began exploring franchising opportunities in the region around a year ago and found that chicken salad was one of the few concepts that was not already oversaturated locally.…
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Two West Chester Restaurants Listed Among Top 50 Restaurants in Philadelphia
Listed among the 50 best restaurants in Philadelphia by Philadelphia Magazine, be sure to add these to your list of need-to-try dining experiences, write Kae Lani Palmisano, Regan Fletcher Stephens, Jason Sheehan, and Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme. Chester County has a diverse array of restaurants, all stemming from different diets, cultures, and culinary styles. There is something…
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Downingtown’s Newest Brewery Is Worth the Wait
Dublin Brewing Company, Downingtown’s newest beer destination, is planning an April debut after a lengthy development process, writes John Vaccarelli for Breweries in Pa. Owner Brendan Fitzgerald has spent years securing the necessary licensing and inspections for the brewery to formally open. After homebrewing for decades, Fitzgerald’s grand plan for the brewery includes a taproom,…
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Union League Expands Lafayette Hill Club with New Amenities, Event Space
The Union League of Philadelphia is continuing to expand and modernize its footprint in Montgomery County, writes Todd Romero for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The club has new investments planned for its Lafayette Hill property, Union League Liberty Hill. As part of a broader push to evolve beyond a traditional city club, the organization is…
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