Philly’s Longest-Running Gay Bar Just Got a Major Upgrade
The historic Tavern on Camac returns. Plus, EMei announces a new restaurant, and Cantina La Martina gets ready for its Cemita Festival.
Angelo’s Will Soon Have Three Locations Where You Can Stand in Line for Cheesesteaks
Plus: Jansen’s final days, al fresco at the Art Museum, and a Swedish crayfish party.
Sonny’s Cocktail Joint Forced to Close … Again
Philly’s favorite cocktail bar is plagued by yet another disaster. Plus, Amanda Shulman and Alex Kemp are opening a new restaurant, and WokWorks introduces its robot chef.
Philly’s Best Ramen Spot Is Closing for Good
It’s the last call for ESO Ramen Workshop. Plus: Porco’s unveils a new roll that’s “true-to-Philly,” and the city’s biggest beer fest heads to the zoo.
Inside Philly’s Most Inventive New Restaurant
From lamb belly with charred eggplant to sea lettuce-wrapped halibut, Emmett’s chef Evan Snyder paints with bold strokes of culinary artistry.
Next of Kin Is Opening a Second Location
Plus: Manatawny’s sudden closure, Nick Elmi’s plans for Laurel, and details on Philly’s first first queer woman’s sports bar.
Supérette Pours Philly’s Most Enchanting Wine Experience
Linger over wine, duck prosciutto, and raclette sandwiches at East Passyunk’s new French cafe.
Philly’s Dining Scene Loses Four Longtime Favorites
Plus: King of Prussia gets two new restaurants, Summer Steams is back at Oyster House, and the chill pop-up taking over one of UArts’s old courtyards.
How a Philly Bar Perfected Seattle’s Iconic Cocktail
At Izzy’s, an accidental stroke of genius is shaking up Seattle’s legendary drink: the Last Word.
Elijah Milligan Unveils His Ambitious New Restaurant
Plus, Corio adds dinner to the menu, El Chingon announces opening date for Fishtown location, and Chance Anies teases Manong at Emmett’s “Not a Pop-Up” dinner series.
Phila Lorn of Mawn Wins at the 2025 James Beard Awards
The South Philly chef is the only Philadelphian honored at the foundation’s prestigious Restaurant and Chef Awards.
How Jesse Ito Built a Sushi Dynasty
With a slew of James Beard nominations and a new restaurant on the way, the Royal Sushi and Izakaya owner is finally ready to take a breath — maybe.
Stephen Starr’s Triple Play: Borromini, Sunny’s, Chez Frites Updates Are Here
Plus, details on The Newsroom speakeasy in NoLibs, Cafe Musette opens in Rittenhouse, and the Ghanaian and Creole collab at Rex at the Royal you won’t want to miss.
Nick Elmi’s New Pop-Up Pairs Fries with Octopus and Caviar
Plus, Friday Saturday Sunday has plans for expansion, Oyster House and chef Randy Rucker have set up shop in PHL, and a new bakery is coming to South Philly.
No Reservations, No Problem: Izzy’s in Ardmore Is Worth the Wait
From brisket birria bao and spicy tuna hand rolls to crafted cocktails, this tiny izakaya draws a big crowd.
