In Crust We Trust
Southern-inspired specialty pizza shop opening in the former Vince’s Pizzeria space in Fishtown. Owned by first-time solo restaurateur Anyae Wilson, daughter of Felicia Wilson (founder of Amina Hospitality Collection). Concept features Southern-flair pies with toppings like collard greens, braised short rib, oxtail, and fried chicken, as well as cornbread and sweet potato pie crusted pizzas. […]
La Catrachita
La Catrachita is expanding to Northeast Philly at 8016 Frankford Ave (former Wokworks space) with a halal twist on their birria taco concept. The new location is described as a dream project of two brothers who believed in the brand. Menu will include Tex-Mex quesadillas, street tacos, burritos, nachos, wings, salads, Mexican fries, tortas, and […]
Little Susie’s Coffee & Pies
Little Susie’s Coffee & Pies is opening its fifth location overall and second in South Philadelphia at 800 S. 9th St., the former Pop’s Buns Shop space. The 300-square-foot walk-up window location will feature the same menu of sweet and savory pies and coffee. Owner Dan Martino describes it as a turnkey situation with no […]
Valentina Italian Ristorante
Authentic Italian BYOB restaurant opening in the former Figs space in Fairmount neighborhood. Owner/chef Landi Prendi, originally from Albania with culinary roots in Southern Italy, is debuting the restaurant named after his mother. Menu will feature handmade pasta, small plates, and desserts. Plans include cooking classes on Mondays, fine dining Tuesday-Friday, and brunch on weekends. […]
Sabrina’s Cafe
Sabrina’s Cafe plans to open its seventh location at Fifth and Bainbridge Streets in Queen Village, Philadelphia. It will occupy the ground floor of a new 157-unit apartment building at 419 Bainbridge St. The restaurant will seat nearly 150 people, making it one of the larger locations. Expected to open next spring (spring 2027). First […]
The Biscuit Coffeehouse
A new family-run coffeehouse is taking shape in Barrett Township (Mountainhome area), Monroe County, PA. The article indicates it is opening soon and has been years in the making for the local family owners.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle Mexican Grill opening its fourth Centre County location at Paradise Shopping Center on Benner Pike. Features a Chipotlane drive-thru for online order pickup. Hours: 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Hiring approximately 30 employees.
AC Marriott Hotel
Erie City Council voted 5-1 to approve construction of a $32 million AC Marriott Hotel on the bayfront. Developed by Scott Enterprises. Foundation work could begin as soon as summer 2026. Project involves waterfront conditional use approval. Concerns raised about public waterfront access and worker wages. Developer also referenced LERTA tax assistance program.
Tempo by Hilton Bethlehem
First Tempo by Hilton in Pennsylvania. Contemporary lifestyle hotel in Bethlehem’s SouthSide district, near SteelStacks and Lehigh University. Developed and owned by High Hotels Ltd. and High Real Estate Group. Designed for modern business and leisure travelers with a design-forward, wellness-oriented concept.
Tempo by Hilton
First Tempo by Hilton in Pennsylvania, contemporary lifestyle brand hotel in SouthSide district near SteelStacks and Lehigh University campus. Developed by High Hotels Ltd.