Jimmy Rollins, the former Philadelphia Phillies All-Star, is partnering with a veteran restaurateur to open a new restaurant in Old City, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.

Rollins and Matt DeLima are looking to open an American cuisine restaurant, called Eleven Social. It will be located in the former space of 2nd Story Brewing Co., which shut down in January 2022 after nearly eight years in business.

The restaurant name pays homage to Rollins’ jersey number during his career with the Phillies, which began when he made his major league debut in 2000 after being drafted by the team in the 1996 MLB Draft. 

Eleven Social will have a lounge feel. 

DeLima estimated that the restaurant will be able to seat about 200 people. 

While its exact menu is still in the development stage, DeLima noted that Eleven Social will serve a broad spectrum of foods, from plant-based options to typical bar foods, like pizza and burgers. It also plans to brew its own beers on site and serve other alcoholic beverages.

Rollins and DeLima are aiming for a June or July opening. 

Read more about Jimmy Rollins’ new restaurant and the restaurateur who recently moved to Philly to help bring the vision to fruition at the Philadelphia Business Journal. 

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