Philip Korshak on the Revolutionary Act of Picnicking
After a cross-country odyssey, the bagel poet returns on a mission to build community around hot dogs, sourdough biscuits, and the joy of eating outside.
Savor Khinkali by Candlelight at Philly’s Most Evocative Georgian Restaurant
With its clandestine vibes and cozy Georgian fare, Fishtown’s Kinto captures the magic of stumbling on an unforgettable night out.
Can Sheetz Dethrone Wawa on Its Own Turf?
We go to the front lines of Pennsylvania’s convenience store war, where the first battle is underway.
Why Philly’s Biggest Whiskey Collector Is Finally Pouring His Private Stash
Hop Sing Laundromat’s Lê is sharing rare spirits from his personal collection, opening thousand-dollar bottles (at unheard of prices) for anyone with a bar seat.
Inside the Retro-Cool Dreamscape of Dancerobot
Stop looking for Royal Izakaya 2.0 and embrace the weirdness of dancerobot, where “Philly’d up” jidori egg omelets and towering katsu sandos meet Japanese and American nostalgia.
Philly’s New French-ish Revolution
Side Eye joins a rising wave of Philly restaurants ushering in a new era of laid-back, approachable French dining.
The Krispy Kreme-Inspired Meat Doughnut You Need to Try
Dancerobot’s adaptation of the savory Japanese pastry is a panko-crusted, beef-cheek-filled marvel.
The Case for Killing Vibe Dining
The time has come for Philly to decide if it wants restaurants that tell a personal story or just provide a backdrop for a TikTok.
The James Beard Semifinalists List Is Out, and the Newcomers Are Stealing the Show
The usual suspects are in the running, but the wave of newcomers says a lot about where Philly’s dining scene is headed.
The Robot Wawa Was Always a Bad Idea. And Now It’s Closing
The soulless, dystopian all-digital Wawa of the future completely missed the point of why we go to Wawa in the first place.
50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia
Our highly anticipated guide to the most exciting, compelling, and provocative restaurants in Philly right now.
Inside Eataly: The Most Chaotic (and Compelling) Store at the KOP Mall
It’s been three months since the doors opened, and the crowds haven’t let up. Is Eataly KOP a culinary destination or a very expensive amusement park?
How NOT to Get a Reservation at Mawn
One scalper thought they’d hit the reservation jackpot — until Phila and Rachel Lorn found out.
Philly’s Most Exciting New Bars and Restaurants to Watch in 2026
A Thai/Filipino/Mexican/Chinese spot, a reality show restaurant, and a new cocktail bar from the WineDive team. Here’s what critic Jason Sheehan is looking forward to this year.
7 Reviews That Defined Philly Dining in 2025
This was the year when Philly’s restaurant scene found its soul.