• As Philly Bars Receive Temporary Curfew Extension, Opportunity Arises for Potential City Zoning Updates

    As Philly Bars Receive Temporary Curfew Extension, Opportunity Arises for Potential City Zoning Updates

    Philadelphia recently gained approval on a legislative bill that will allow local bars and restaurants to continue serving drinks until 4 a.m., extending its curfew from 2 a.m. While the extended curfew is temporary, Philadelphia’s night time economy and business development director Raheem Manning is also making efforts to update the city’s zoning code, writes…

  • Parx Celebrates Grand Opening of New Luxury Hotel Near Casino in Bensalem 

    Parx Celebrates Grand Opening of New Luxury Hotel Near Casino in Bensalem 

    Bensalem’s Parxview Hotel has officially opened, just in time for the major sporting events and semiquincentennial celebrations taking place around Philadelphia this year, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times.   The new hotel features a total of 160 guest rooms, including 16 suites. The former 50-year-old Inn at Fox Chase was completely transformed and retrofitted, now sporting a modern,…

  • These Two Montgomery County Towns Have the Best Restaurant Scenes in the Philadelphia Region

    These Two Montgomery County Towns Have the Best Restaurant Scenes in the Philadelphia Region

    The Philadelphia region is a gastronomic delight, and two Montgomery County towns stand out with their exceptional dining options, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine.   Ambler: A Culinary and Cultural Hub   Ambler’s seven-block stretch of Butler Avenue, extending from the Ambler Regional Rail station, is perfect for date nights and culinary adventures.  …

  • Want a Hotel-Style Home? Plymouth Meeting Sale Has You Covered

    Want a Hotel-Style Home? Plymouth Meeting Sale Has You Covered

    Ever wondered what it would take to make your home feel like a hotel? A new sale in Plymouth Meeting might be your chance to find out, writes Kristin Hunt for Philly Voice. The former DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Philadelphia West is opening its doors one last time. This time it’s not for guests, but…

  • Spring House Tavern in Ambler Serves Some of Best Prime Rib in Pennsylvania

    Spring House Tavern in Ambler Serves Some of Best Prime Rib in Pennsylvania

    The Spring House Tavern, nestled inside a stone building in Ambler, serves some of the best prime ribs in Pennsylvania, writes James Morgan for the Family Destinations Guide. Located at the intersection of Bethlehem Pike and Sumneytown Pike, the fieldstone building has endured for centuries, hosting countless travelers, residents, and food lovers over the years.…

  • Montco Man Ate Chick-fil-A Six Days a Week… For 5 Years!

    Montco Man Ate Chick-fil-A Six Days a Week… For 5 Years!

    Dan Limbauan, a 28-year-old Montgomery County resident, has eaten Chick-fil-A every day for the past five years, just skipping Sundays when the restaurant is closed, writes Marcella Baietto for CBS News Philadelphia. “Starting July 24, 2020, I’ve gone every single day that Chick-fil-A has been open, except for Sundays, of course,” said Limbauan. The fast-food…

  • Lansdowne Borough Hosts First Restaurant Week Through March 29

    Lansdowne Borough Hosts First Restaurant Week Through March 29

    Lansdowne Borough is launching its first Lansdowne Eats Restaurant Week, March 23 through March 29, according to a borough press release. The inaugural event is a major milestone for the borough community that will bring together residents, visitors, and food lovers to enjoy a vibrant and diverse restaurant scene. Lansdowne Borough has become a destination…

  • Lease for Vacant Iron Hill Brewery in Huntingdon Valley Acquired by New Owner

    Lease for Vacant Iron Hill Brewery in Huntingdon Valley Acquired by New Owner

    Four months after Iron Hill Brewery shut down nearly 20 locations and entered bankruptcy, its former Huntingdon Valley location has welcomed a new tenant, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A federal judge has cleared the acquisition of Iron Hill’s trademark and intellectual property and authorized the transfer of five restaurant leases, one of…

  • Philadelphia School Principals Open Dream Restaurant Together in Elkins Park

    Philadelphia School Principals Open Dream Restaurant Together in Elkins Park

    After long dreaming about owning their own restaurant together, this past December Dr. Maya Johnstone and Dr. Kala Johnstone opened FoodChasers Kitchen in Elkins Park where they’re finally serving up the menu they’ve been dreaming of. “From the moment our doors opened, we’ve been hamsters on a wheel but it has truly been a blessing,”…

  • Philly May ‘Own’ the Cheesesteak, but Montco Versions Hold Up, Gaining Top Spot in Recent Rating

    Philly May ‘Own’ the Cheesesteak, but Montco Versions Hold Up, Gaining Top Spot in Recent Rating

    Many Montgomery County spots made a 2020 list of 60 Philly cheesesteak favorites in the Philadelphia region, writes Jeff Belonger for myphillyalive.com. The list, ranked highest to lowest, resulted from a part of a seven-day tour in 2020 to find the ultimate Philly cheesesteak. The research covered the city itself, its surrounding counties, and parts of…

  • Montco’s Bakery Scene Is on the Rise

    Montco’s Bakery Scene Is on the Rise

    Montgomery County is home to more than just history and shopping destinations — it’s also a sweet spot for some of the region’s best bakeries. Michael Klein of the Philadelphia Inquirer highlights the best bakeries in the region including several right here in Montco. Industry experts say bakeries are booming nationwide thanks to small-box economics,…

  • Ardmore’s Burger Scene Is Sizzling With 16 Local Spots

    Ardmore’s Burger Scene Is Sizzling With 16 Local Spots

    Take a stroll through Ardmore and you might notice a familiar aroma: burgers sizzling on the grill, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Lower Merion has quietly become what some are calling the burger capital of the Main Line, with about 16 local eateries serving their own take on the American classic. From pub…

  • Popular NJ Gastropub Flying Pig Tavern & Tap to Open in Bensalem

    Popular NJ Gastropub Flying Pig Tavern & Tap to Open in Bensalem

    The popular New Jersey gastropub Flying Pig Tavern & Tap is expanding to Bensalem, where it will take over the former Andalusia Bar & Grill spot in the Grandview Plaza shopping center off of Bristol Pike, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. After suffering significant fire, smoke, and water damage in an…

  • New Restaurant ‘Cecilia’ Planned for Former Taphouse 23 in Bridgeport

    New Restaurant ‘Cecilia’ Planned for Former Taphouse 23 in Bridgeport

    A new restaurant is taking shape in Bridgeport, bringing fresh life to a location that once housed a longtime local favorite, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. A restaurant called Cecilia is being developed at the former home of Taphouse 23. Planning and construction for the new establishment are now underway, with owners aiming to open…

  • Breakfast Joint The Wiz Café Replaces Wilson’s Secret Sauce in Upper Darby

    Breakfast Joint The Wiz Café Replaces Wilson’s Secret Sauce in Upper Darby

    Wilson’s Secret Sauce on Township Line Road in Upper Darby will be replaced with an all-day breakfast and brunch restaurant, The Wiz Cafe, writes Victor Firillo for Philadelphia Magazine. The barbecue restaurant is closing soon, a year after Gordon Ramsay showed up in a new reality show, Gordon Ramsey’s Secret Service, to give the restaurant…

  • A Culinary Tour: Must-Try Restaurants in Bucks County That Locals Love

    A Culinary Tour: Must-Try Restaurants in Bucks County That Locals Love

    Bucks County is home to a vibrant dining scene that offers a little something for everyone — from cozy family-owned eateries to upscale destinations. Whether you’re in the mood for authentic Peruvian flavors, classic Italian comfort food, or inventive small plates, the county’s restaurant offerings are as diverse as they are delicious. Locals and visitors…

  • Twin Sisters Fulfill Their Dreams with Elkins Park Restaurant

    Twin Sisters Fulfill Their Dreams with Elkins Park Restaurant

    Twin sisters Maya and Kala Johnstone had always wanted to run their own restaurant, and their dream recently came true with the opening of FoodChasers’ Kitchen in Elkins Park, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Getting to that point, however, was not simple. The sisters previously worked at the School District of Philadelphia, Kala…

  • Gouldsburger’s Expands to Main Line With Ardmore Outpost

    Gouldsburger’s Expands to Main Line With Ardmore Outpost

    The popular fast-casual chain Gouldsburger’s has expanded to the Main Line with a new location in Ardmore, which is its seventh overall and third in Pennsylvania, writes Max Bennett for the Patch. Mike O’Leary and Samantha Sandoz, a husband-and-wife team, now own and operate the Ardmore franchise at 4 Station Road. They became involved when…