Donatelli’s
Donatelli’s is a new Italian restaurant moving into The Brick Hotel in Newtown, PA, at the location formerly occupied by Rocco’s at the Brick. The restaurant will serve steaks, Italian food, and spirits. Renovations are currently underway including opening walls and ceilings. No public announcement yet on expected opening date.
J’s Steaks & Subs
Husband and wife Brandon and Aleea Clawson are launching a new J’s Steaks & Subs food truck to continue the legacy of the closed brick-and-mortar location. The food truck will operate at Weyerbacher Brewing Co.’s Easton taproom at 905 Line St. Grand opening date has not yet been announced; followers are directed to monitor Facebook […]
Love & Honey Fried Chicken
Love & Honey Fried Chicken, a Philadelphia staple known for buttermilk fried chicken, scratch-made southern sides, and sweet-and-savory flavors, is expanding into University City at 41st and Chestnut Streets. No specific opening date mentioned. Barakat Chicken (halal chicken shawarma) is also upcoming at 43rd and Walnut Streets in West Philly but is a secondary subject.
The Brazen Bull Pizza Co.
Roman-style and traditional round pizza restaurant opening in a restaurant space off the lobby of Southern Market in Lancaster city. Owner Chris Grove previously operated The Gloomy Rooster chicken sandwich stand inside Southern Market and ran The Brazen Bull as a pop-up. Will offer pizzas made in an electric oven. Taking over space formerly occupied […]
From The Boot
Italian restaurant relocating from 517 Germantown Pike to 400 Germantown Pike (Shops of Lafayette Hill). Family-owned by the Ciaffone family and partner Robert Devine. Current location closes July 2, 2026. New opening date not yet announced. Restaurant has been in Lafayette Hill since 1999.
Pieri Wine Garden
Pieri Hospitality Group is opening Pieri Wine Garden, a new wine garden concept featuring a 300-square-foot restaurant, pickleball courts, and bocce courts. Owned by Brian and Christina Pieri, it will serve as the second location for Pieri Winery based in Coopersburg, PA. The team is targeting a late August or early September 2026 opening. No […]
South Philly Barbacoa
South Philly Barbacoa is becoming the permanent food partner at Triple Bottom Brewing (915 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia). Chef Cristina Martinez will offer signature tacos including chicken, carnitas, barbacoa, cochinita pibil, and vegan options on homemade golden tortillas. This is the restaurant’s third location. No specific opening date mentioned.
Sizzling Bites Halal Grill
Sizzling Bites, a Pennsylvania halal fast food chain owned and operated by a teenager (Abdul Wali), announced a future Lancaster location at 611 Harrisburg Ave. The restaurant serves meat platters, salads, sandwiches, and fries. No official opening date has been announced.
Kazi’s Spot
Fast-casual concept offering gyros, smash burgers, Nashville hot chicken sandwiches, rice platters, and milkshakes. Located on the ground floor of the Pinnacle @ 65 building, formerly home to Wiz Kidz restaurant. Will be the second location; first opened in Langhorne, Bucks County. Expected to open in about two weeks from article date (2026-06-26). Indoor seating […]
Haraz Coffee House
Yemeni coffee shop expanding with a new bi-level location in Rittenhouse Square. Franchise owners Hamza Shaikh and his wife will oversee the cafe. Menu features traditional Yemeni coffee, espresso drinks, matcha beverages, pastries, and Middle Eastern desserts. Space will include private rentable areas and exclusive menu items not available at other locations. Plans to eventually […]