Restaurants & Lodging
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Four Chester County Restaurants Offering Cozy Fireside Dining this Winter
Chester County residents have plenty of local spots to visit for cozy fireside dining this winter, write Ben Silver and Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Here are four local spots where you can enjoy a delicious meal alongside a roaring fire to warm up during the cold winter months. The Whip Tavern—Coatesville. Cozy…
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Give Thai a Try at One of These Chester County Restaurants
Don’t know what to eat for dinner? With so many options, you may want to try one of Chester County’s numerous Thai restaurants that will guarantee a flavorful dish every time. Anne E. Hill, Ben Silver, and Kylee Steigelman have all the details at Main Line Today. BuaLoy Cuisine – Devon. A cultural combo of…
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This South Philly Eatery is a Hidden Gem for BBQ Lovers
Located in South Philadelphia, Mike’s BBQ is a true hidden gem where the meat is smoked a traditional way in a Lang Smoker, that lures in patrons with its enticing scent, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. “We opened in January 2016 and strive our best to produce top quality food every day,” said Jimmy…
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New Restaurant Coming to Doylestown’s Former Waters Edge Winery & Bistro
The Doylestown Borough Council recently approved an inter-municipal transfer of a restaurant liquor license, giving a major boost to plans for a new family restaurant and bar in the heart of the borough, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The license came from a Bristol restaurant and now belongs to 50 North Main Street in…
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Hangout Cafe in Springfield Mall Has Grand Reopening Sunday
The Hangout Cafe at the Springfield Mall will have a grand reopening from 2 to 5 PM on Sunday, March 1, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The mall restaurant at 1250 Baltimore Pike in Springfield temporarily closed, shifting its focus from being a traditional restaurant to The Hangout Cafe: An Event and Experience…
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Montco Restaurateurs Expand to Jersey Shore With Second North Wildwood Spot
Three Montgomery County restaurateurs are taking their talents to the Jersey Shore once more, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Gent Mema, Orbelin Bitraj, and Joshua Friedberg have purchased the Salty Mermaid Bar & Grille in North Wildwood for $2.45 million. This marks their second Shore acquisition in just three months. The trio…
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Word-of-Mouth Bakery Brings Delicious Baked Goods to Toughkenamon
The elusive Blacklab Breads is bringing delicious breads, sandwiches, and treats to Toughkenamon, writes Caroline Roosevelt for Chester County Press. The bakery operates without a phone number or formal website. But through Facebook, Instagram, and simple word-of-mouth, the local spot has earned a loyal fanbase that returns weekend after weekend. Customers recommend the Maritozzi, a…
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Famous Southern Chicken Chain Opening First PA Location in Tullytown
The beloved southern chicken franchise Zaxbys is opening its very first location in Pennsylvania this spring at the former Crossroads Tavern in Tullytown Borough, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The fast-casual franchise is best known for its hand-breaded chicken fingers and wings, fried shrimp platters, salads, and sandwich meals. Its special sauces, including its signature Zax Sauce, are another crowd favorite, along with its crinkle-cut…
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Napa Kitchen and Wine Opens at Ellis Preserve in Newtown Square
A restaurant inspired by the Napa Valley is now open at Ellis Preserve in Newtown Square, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. After two years of development, Napa Kitchen and Wine made its debut in the Equus Capital Partners’ mixed-use development on Feb. 11. The restaurant is owned by franchisees David and Lisa Trout…
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Two Chester County Restaurants Rank Among Pennsylvania’s Best
Two truly can’t-miss restaurants across Pennsylvania are local to Chester County, writes Nikelle Murphy for The Takeout. Andiario in West Chester and East Earl’s Shady Maple Smorgasbord were named two must-try restaurants across the state by The Takeout. Both spots bring truly unique dining experiences that neither locals nor tourists should miss out on. Shady…
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Couple Behind Chadds Ford Tavern Plans to Launch Franchising for National Expansion
Five Star Restaurant Group, the hospitality company owned by Philip and Kate Ferro, plans to franchise its tavern concept as the couple sets their sights on national expansion, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Ferros have signed a deal with Franchise Creator, a Miami-based consulting company, to help them franchise the concept…
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After 50 Years, Owners of Historic Cherry Street Tavern Near Deal to Sell 124-Year-Old Bar
After operating the Logan Square landmark for 50 years, the owners of Cherry Street Tavern have listed the 124-year-old bar for sale and are close to finalizing a deal, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Originally opened as a bar around 1902, the tavern survived Prohibition by operating as a barbershop. Much of its…
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Kennett Square Restaurant One of Most Reliable Places to Eat in Region
One Chester County restaurant found its place among the unsung heroes in the Philadelphia region who consistently deliver high-quality food, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. La Peña Mexicana in Kennett Square is set in a shed that looks like an old gas station. The structure is painted in yellow and brown vertical stripes…
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Members-Only Speakeasy Opens Its Doors in Basement of West Chester’s 9 Prime
Johnny O’s Speakeasy recently opened its doors in a former historic bank in West Chester, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The members’ only cocktail lounge is perfect for those seeking a place to enjoy a good meal, have a drink, and “relive” Prohibition. The establishment is in the basement at 9 Prime,…
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Wrightstown’s Historic Pineville Tavern to Offer New Dining Experience
The historic Pineville Tavern in Wrightstown will be offering a new dining experience starting on Friday, Feb. 13, just in time for Valentine’s Day, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. Diners will be able to order items from a new Italian Steakhouse menu, taking inspiration from the Abruzzese family’s heritage. “’Dal Abruzzese’ means ‘From Abruzzo,’ which is where my father’s family migrated…
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New Restauranteurs Revamp the Berwyn Tavern While Maintaining Classic Comfort
Restauranteurs Sean McKeon and Drew Zuccarini are primed to revamp a beloved community restaurant as they become the newest owners of the Berwyn Tavern, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today. McKeon and Zuccarini’s lead will come as the first change in the Berwyn pub’s ownership in thirty years. Both boast expensive restaurant backgrounds, working…
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Ardmore Farmers Market to Replace Di Bruno Bros. with Multiple Smaller Vendor Spaces
Di Bruno Bros.’ closure is reshaping the future of Suburban Square’s Ardmore Farmers Market, where the Italian-goods purveyor had long been the dominant tenant, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Before its closure, Di Bruno’s Ardmore location occupied over half of the market’s stalls. But instead of seeking a single large operator to replace…
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Long-Vacant LOVE Park ‘Flying Saucer’ Could Soon Gain New Life By This Spring
The Love Park Welcome Center, the Philadelphia landmark, has been vacant for over a decade, but that could soon change by the spring, writes Tom MacDonald for WHYY. The “flying saucer” closed in 2021 when LOVE Park underwent a complete renovation. At the time, the post-renovation plan was for the structure to become a restaurant.…
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