Blueprint Cookies to Open Three Franchise Stores in Philadelphia
Cookies / Openings / Rittenhouse Square

Blueprint Cookies to Open Three Franchise Stores in Philadelphia

Blueprint Cookies, the maker of Florida’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookie*, is thrilled to announce its grand expansion into the city of Philadelphia. The company is set to open 3 new stores in Philadelphia. The first store will be located in Rittenhouse Square (268 S 20th St, Philadelphia PA 19103), and is poised to open its … Continue reading

Roman-Style Pizza Shop Rione is Closing
Closings / Pizza / Rittenhouse Square

Roman-Style Pizza Shop Rione is Closing

When Francesco and Alison Crovetti opened Rione in Rittenhouse Square in the spring of 2017, they aimed to bring Philadelphia authentic Roman-style pizza, which Francesco learned to make during his time growing up in Italy and while training at the Scuola Nazionale di Pizza in Rome. And while the past six-plus years have been extremely … Continue reading

Lou Bird’s Closing
Closings / Rittenhouse Square

Lou Bird’s Closing

Lou Bird’s, an upscale casual New American restaurant at 500 S. 20th Street in the Rittenhouse neighborhood, has announced it will close this weekend as reported by Philly Chit Chat. Owned and operated by Norris and Debbie Jordan, Lou Bird’s opened in August 2016 on the corner of 20th and Lombard Streets in the location … Continue reading

Kiddo Preview at Wilder
Collaborations / Rittenhouse Square

Kiddo Preview at Wilder

On Monday, August 7th, Wilder will host its second “with Wilder” collaboration featuring a preview of the coming-soon restaurant, Kiddo. For this one-night-only event guests will enjoy a five-course dinner prepared by Kiddo’s chef-owner Wyatt Piazza. Guests may also enjoy supplemental drink pairings from Wilder’s beverage manager, Tom Brander. “Our upcoming dinner with Wyatt and his … Continue reading

Celebrate Parc Restaurant Turning 15 with Bastille Day Celebration
Anniversaries / French / Rittenhouse Square

Celebrate Parc Restaurant Turning 15 with Bastille Day Celebration

Happy 15th anniversary to Parc, the beloved French Restaurant in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia. This remarkable milestone demands a memorable celebration featuring live performances, exclusive food and beverage promotions, and pleasant surprises throughout the day. Prepare yourself for an enchanting experience that will captivate your senses as they commemorate the restaurant’s 15th birthday and Bastille Day! … Continue reading

Learn to Craft Cocktails with Square 1682 and Dad’s Hat Whiskey
Cocktails / Rittenhouse Square / Spirits

Learn to Craft Cocktails with Square 1682 and Dad’s Hat Whiskey

Square 1682, the modern American upbeat kitchen located on the ground level of the Kimpton Hotel Palomar, is holding a Dad’s Hat Cocktail Class on Wednesday, June 28 from 6pm – 7pm in partnership with local distillery Dad’s Hat Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey. Led by Dad’s Hat Marketing Manager Len Boris, the class will teach attendees how to mix up three craft cocktails, … Continue reading

What’s New for Summer at Rittenhouse Grill
Rittenhouse Square / Steakhouses

What’s New for Summer at Rittenhouse Grill

This summer, beat the heat and head indoors to Rittenhouse Grill (1701 Locust Street) for live music, delicious seasonal specials, and more. The award-winning restaurant is celebrating its 25th anniversary and is renowned for serving the finest steak and seafood in the city. The restaurant launched a new Thursday night-themed-music series and seasonal specials this month! Nestled on … Continue reading

Rittenhouse Square’s Bolo Offers Weekday Happy Hour Service
Happy Hour / Latin Cuisine / Rittenhouse Square

Rittenhouse Square’s Bolo Offers Weekday Happy Hour Service

Just in time for summer sipping, Bolo, Chef Yun Fuentes’ Latin American dining room and rum bar nestled in bustling Rittenhouse Square, officially debuts weekday happy hour service from 4 to 6pm, Monday through Friday.  Available exclusively at the vibrant first-floor bar and lounge, the freshly-minted happy hour is comprised of half-priced pinchos (skewered meats and vegetables), piscolabis (snacks), and cuchifritos (fried foods), alongside fresh and flavorful $3 Ceviche Shooters, $2 … Continue reading

Jeni’s to Host Summer Celebration with FREE ICE CREAM
Fishtown / Ice Cream / Rittenhouse Square

Jeni’s to Host Summer Celebration with FREE ICE CREAM

Summer is (almost) here and Jeni’s is throwing a party to celebrate. Called Hello Summer, the event will be held nationwide at Jeni’s scoop shops on Monday, 6/5 from 7 p.m. to close, including both Philadelphia shops. See below for what’s in store! FREE ICE CREAM! Jeni’s Splendid Rewards members get free scoops (up to … Continue reading

Outdoor Spaces: Lou Bird’s Sidewalk Pavilion
Outdoor Dining / Outdoor Spaces / Rittenhouse Square

Outdoor Spaces: Lou Bird’s Sidewalk Pavilion

As of May 3, Philadelphia restaurant and bar Lou Bird’s (500 S. 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19146) introduces new menu items featuring delicious shareable plates and entrees (more about that soon) perfect for spring and summer dining. The restaurant’s permanent outdoor sidewalk pavilion offers a spacious dining area to enjoy the warm weather and appetizing … Continue reading