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Jason Sheehan

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Restaurants

Amina Takes Over SIN Space in NoLibs — and It Opens This Friday

Plus: A fine-dining revival at the Kimmel, a new Weckerly’s in Rittenhouse, and a slew of collab dinners.

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George Sabatino’s Next Act: A Massive French Restaurant in Kensington

Plus: Càphê Roasters’ plans for expansion, Hearthside is moving, and Grace & Proper celebrates spring with a Txakoli-filled event.

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Honeysuckle Restaurant Announces Opening Date

Plus: East Passyunk is getting a new ice cream shop, Philly gets its first Yemeni coffee shop, and Paffuto launches its “Legends” panzerotti series.

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Cheesesteak 2.0: Welcome to the New Era of Philly’s Iconic Sandwich

Grab a stack of napkins, roll up your sleeves, and dig into the cheesesteak revolution.

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Maybe the Best Cheesesteaks Aren’t in Philly: The Wild Ride of Nicky’s and Ant’s

Two guys, a food truck, and a steak-laden mission to create perfection

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Philly Scores Four James Beard Award Nominations for 2025

Out of 14 semifinalists, these are the four who are going to the big award ceremony this year.

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Doom: Where Metal Meets Corn Dogs and Cosmic Brownies

Philly’s new metal bar is the chaotic good we need during these chaotic times. 

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After 121 Years, Isgro Pastries Is Finally Expanding

No, it’s not an April Fools’ joke. Plus, where to get a $10 cheesesteak, Puyero’s birthday empanada giveaway, and your guide to springtime pop-ups.

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The Jaffa Paradox: A Buzzy, Bright Space That Feels Surprisingly Hollow

Kensington’s towering new restaurant gives diners high hopes, but those lofty aspirations fall short.

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Oyster House Gets a Swanky New Look

Plus: Fairmount gets a new-ish sushi spot, a recap of the Glu Hospitality fallout, and Weckerly’s plans to open a cafe and scoop shop.

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John’s Water Ice to Open in Deep South Philly

Plus: Korea Taqueria expands into Kensington, Brunchaholics gets a rebrand, and the Kalaya and Fish Cheeks collaboration dinner you can’t miss.

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Tequilas Is Reopening … Today!

Two years after a fire forced it to close, Rittenhouse’s favorite Mexican restaurant is back, and with a few new surprises.

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The Ultimate Guide to Seafood in Philly

Looking for somewhere to get crabs, lobster, fried shrimp, or fresh fish? You’ve come to the right place.

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The City’s Newest Hyped Cheesesteak Is Completely Overrated

Our critic visits Uncle Gus’ Steaks in the Reading Terminal Market. It doesn’t go great.

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A Look at Ember & Ash’s Gastropub Glow-Up

Plus: Little Walter’s introduces brunch, details about the Chef’s Conference, and Philly’s first-ever Stouts & Snouts event.