Hey, I haven’t done a grubspotting post in a while, let’s jump back in shall we? Now that it’s unofficially summer, I’m gonna focus on summertime grub like BBQ dishes and whatnot in the coming weeks/months. Did you know that a new pop up garden opened up in University City? In fact, it just opened … Continue reading
Misconduct Tavern has announced that it will be participating in The James Beard Foundation’s (JBF) Blended Burger Project™, a nationwide contest and challenge to make a “blended burger” by blending ground meat with finely chopped mushrooms to create a delicious, healthier, and more sustainable burger. Chef Nick Mezzina has chosen to feature The Misconduct Mushroom … Continue reading
I don’t think there is any other event in the city that spotlights the Philly food and drink scene better than the Philadelphia Restaurant Festival. This is the second year it will be held at The Academy of Natural Sciences. It’s one of the most comprehensive Philly restaurant and beverage events held all year. Delicious food from over … Continue reading
2020 Update: This location is now Chuck Lager America’s Tavern. Wild Wing Cafe, founded in Hilton Head, SC, the destination for “hot wings, cold beer and good times,” announced a new restaurant location in Barrington, N.J., located at 270 White Horse Pike. With a scheduled opening of June 2, the restaurant will be under management … Continue reading
On Tuesday, May 30, nine stories above Philadelphia’s Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Assembly Rooftop Lounge will officially debut their new Season Two Menu and Hours. Crafted by Executive Chef Terry White, the menu includes fun seasonal plates perfect for pairing with their more affordable menu of cocktails, wine, and beer, and is influenced by Chef White’s … Continue reading
The unofficial start to summer starts this weekend, and that means it’s the season for rooftop bars – and rosé. Stratus Lounge, located on the roof of the Hotel Monaco at 433 Chestnut Street, has remixed refreshing rosé into a fun summer cocktail. “Blame It on the a-a-a-a-a-Aperol” blends Tanqueray 10 gin, Cointreau, Aperol, lemon, and demerara … Continue reading
This Saturday, June 3, La Peg at FringeArts will debut $4 Margaritas, Bloody Marys and Mimosas exclusively in the Haas Biergarten from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m., an early Saturday-and-Sunday special that’s perfect for taking in the sunshine along Philadelphia’s beautiful Delaware River waterfront. Pair them with the outdoor Seafood Shack’s summery seasonal menu, including: Signature … Continue reading
UPDATE JANUARY 2018: Live Love Donuts has closed. Business was good, but the owner’s parents passed away and she has decided not to reopen. A new always hot, always fresh fancy donut shop is set to open at 537 Cinnaminson Ave in Palmyra, NJ. Live Love Donuts will serve freshly fried donuts with a variety … Continue reading
Newlyweds Joseph “Joey Dog” and Nicole Schultice are celebrating five years of owning Old City’s Nick’s Bar and Grille at 16 South Second Street with five special burgers, one per day. Additionally, all existing burgers on the menu will be only $5.00 all week. The countdown begins today and runs through Friday, May 26th when the … Continue reading
Actually, those free Han Dynasty Dan Dan noodles are for anyone without health insurance and only at the Old City location at 123 Chestnut Street. This is also an opportunity for the restaurant to give back. They’ve opened a donation page for the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The promotion was scheduled to end on Sunday, … Continue reading
