4 Roosters
4 Roosters, a Philadelphia halal food truck formerly known as 3 Rooosters, announced via social media it is ‘coming soon’ to the Fishtown neighborhood of Philadelphia. The concept is known for flame-grilled halal street food including signature bowls with rice, smash burgers, fried chicken, and tacos. No specific opening date or address has been announced […]
Somedays Bakery
Somedays Bakery, a New York-based bakery known for hand-laminated sweet and savory croissants made with New Zealand butter, is opening its first Philadelphia location at 1601 Walnut St in Rittenhouse. Founded by Peter Phillips, the franchise location will be operated by Dino Porfyris. The menu will mirror existing locations with a Philadelphia-specific item (possibly a […]
Pink Pistachio Cafe
All-day café and restaurant known for its signature pink interior offering all-halal American fare. This will be the brand’s first Pennsylvania location and third overall, joining existing locations in Somerset, NJ and Grandview Heights, OH. Menu includes avocado toast, pancakes, Wagyu beef burgers, lamb chops, ribeye steaks, and pistachio-forward items. Also serves coffee, espresso, mushroom […]
Free Spirit Social House
Nonalcoholic bar and social house opening a second, larger location in Doylestown, PA. Will feature 100+ zero-proof cocktails, kava-based beverages, espresso, tea, and a food menu blending American nostalgia classics with Asian street food influences. Awaiting final approvals with plans to open in August 2026. Owner also operates flagship location in Buckingham, PA.
Angry Chickz
Angry Chickz is opening its first Pennsylvania location and 45th systemwide restaurant in Kingston, PA on July 31, 2026. The fast-casual Nashville hot chicken brand, founded by David Mkhitaryan in 2018, will be operated by franchisee Eric May. Grand opening celebration includes limited-edition jerseys for first 100 guests and a chance to win Angry Chickz […]
Love & Honey Fried Chicken
Fast-casual fried chicken chain with existing locations in Eastern PA, NY, and RI is targeting Pittsburgh and six other Pennsylvania markets for expansion. No specific address or opening date provided. Chain is known for buttermilk-dredged fried chicken brined for 8 hours and finished with honey.
The Tomato Shack Salad & Pizza Co.
Fast-casual pizza and salad chain with three Philadelphia-area locations planning a new corporate-owned location in downtown Lancaster. Signed lease for 3,000 sq ft at 101 N. Queen St., street-level below Cargas at corner of North Queen Street and Ewell Plaza. Menu includes pizza, salads, sandwiches, and wraps with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Renovations set to […]
Chipotle Mexican Grill
New Chipotle Mexican Grill location with drive-thru for pick-up orders nearing completion at 1900 Sullivan Trail in Forks Township, Northampton County. Construction has ramped up and exterior signage recently installed. Scheduled to open before end of 2026 per Chipotle spokesperson. Conditional use approval was granted in 2021 by Forks Township Board of Supervisors.
Sook Airways
Sook Airways is a food trailer built from a converted MD-90 airplane fuselage, launched by George Awad (founder of Aroi Mango). The trailer will serve mango sticky rice, specialty sticky rice creations, milk teas, and rotating offerings. Soft launch is scheduled during Matchplatz event July 30 through Aug. 9, 2026, at The Wooden Match in […]
Burger King
New-design Burger King replacing a 1986 location at West 26th Street and Peninsula Drive in Millcreek, PA. The 3,582-square-foot restaurant features a primarily glass dining room, double drive-through lanes, and accent lighting. Owned and operated by PEC Management II (Patterson-Erie Corp), which operates 40+ Burger King locations in western PA, Ohio, and Florida. Target opening […]