A Philadelphia coffee staple is officially brewing up its next expansion. ReAnimator Coffee, operated by Mark Capriotti and Mark Corpus, is set to open a brand-new cafe in the first-floor commercial space at 4226 Main St. in Manayunk. The new Manayunk outpost will join a solid lineup of existing ReAnimator locations across the city, including spots in Fishtown, South Kensington, South Philly, West Philly, Port Richmond, and their recently opened Mt. Airy cafe. Main Street Manayunk … [Read more...]

Brought to you by PhillyBite Magazine and WherePhilly After nearly two decades of serving up craft beer and tacos to the Center City community, Jose Pistola's has permanently closed its doors. The beloved 15th Street bar and restaurant broke the news to patrons via Instagram, confirming that after being temporarily closed for a few days, the shutdown is now permanent. "We are unfortunately not going to be able to reopen," the statement read. "We’d like to thank everyone who has come … [Read more...]

Tony Luke Jr of Tony Luke's Brought to you by PhillyBite Magazine and WherePhilly Tony Luke’s is officially open inside the Springfield Mall at 1250 Baltimore Pike, bringing its lineup of classic Philly sandwiches to the western suburbs of Delaware County. The Springfield location quietly opened its doors in early August, with Tony Luke’s officially announcing on August 4 that the new restaurant was fully up and running to serve customers. For longtime fans of the South Philly-born … [Read more...]

MANAYUNK, PA – From sleek sushi lounges to casual burger joints, Manayunk boasts one of the most dynamic dining scenes in the region. There is perhaps no better time to experience it than during the upcoming Fall Restaurant Week, running September 14-20, 2026. This year, the event features a flexible four-tiered pricing structure ($15, $25, $35, and $45 for lunch or dinner prix fixe menus), allowing diners to craft their perfect culinary crawl based on craving or budget. According to … [Read more...]

Summer Cocktails at Franklin Square's Beer Garden - Photo by J Fusco for Historic Philadelphia Philadelphia is in the middle of a quiet but unmistakable shift. Beloved neighborhood institutions are shutting their doors, historic streetscapes are being rebuilt from the ashes, banks are downsizing, and savvy diners are already looking to the suburbs for their next great meal. Here’s your roundup of the biggest local stories making headlines right now—complete with the details you need and … [Read more...]

Best Meat Dishes, Curries & Hearty Plates in Media PA For satisfying meat-focused meals, curries, and comforting mains, these restaurants deliver. Spasso Italian Grill serves meatballs with spaghetti and wood-fired pizza. Classic Italian meatballs are a highlight. Towne House features Irish chicken curry and lamb chops in an enjoyable atmosphere. Hearty curry and lamb dishes stand out at 117 Veterans Square. Taquero MX brings authentic Mexican food with flavorful meat options and … [Read more...]

Best Breakfast, Pancakes & Sweet Treats in Media PA Start the day (or end it on a sweet note) with creative breakfast and dessert-style items. Bittersweet Kitchen is famous for crème brûlée pancakes and all-day breakfast in a homey eclectic cafe. The top destination for inventive pancakes and brunch at 18 South Orange Street. Mr. Noodle Cafe offers crepe cakes alongside flavorful ramen in a cozy spot. Unique crepe cakes provide a sweet contrast to savory ramen. These two spots … [Read more...]

Best Seafood Dishes in Media PA Fresh seafood appears in several standout forms across Media’s restaurants. Maris highlights fresh spanakopita and Mediterranean seafood in a lively escape. Seafood-forward Mediterranean plates are the focus at 214 West State Street. Fellini Cafe of Media serves salmon linguine in an intimate Italian setting. A strong option for salmon-based pasta dishes. Ariano features crab arancini alongside crispy thin-crust pizza. Flavorful crab-filled arancini … [Read more...]

Best Pasta & Noodle Dishes in Media PA From Italian classics to Japanese-inspired ramen, Media offers satisfying pasta and noodle bowls. Spasso Italian Grill features spaghetti and meatballs with wood-fired pizza in a relaxed atmosphere. Hearty Italian pasta dishes shine here. Fellini Cafe of Media is known for salmon linguine and intimate opera nights. A refined choice for seafood pasta at 106 West State Street. Mr. Noodle Cafe delivers flavorful ramen and crepe cakes in a cozy … [Read more...]

Pizza Brain - Wendy Wedgeworth With Mozz, Sun-Dried Tomatos Best Pizza in Media PA: Wood-Fired & Thin-Crust Favorites Pizza lovers will find excellent options in Media, from classic wood-fired pies to crispy thin-crust creations. Spasso Italian Grill serves wood-fired pizza alongside spaghetti and meatballs in a relaxed setting. A reliable choice for traditional Italian-style pizza at 1 West State Street. Ariano specializes in crispy thin-crust pizza and crab arancini in a … [Read more...]