Restaurants & Lodging
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Morrisville Staple Michael’s Restaurant Closes Its Doors After 56 Years
After 56 years, Michael’s Restaurant in Falls Township, near Morrisville, had its final call on Saturday as it closed its doors for good, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Owner Michael Galasso, who is almost 85, gave his final tableside performance as he prepared his famous Caesar salad for two smiling customers before hanging…
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Iron Hill Brewery and Shady Brook Farm Collab: ‘Farm Wooder’ Beer
Iron Hill Brewery has partnered with Shady Brook Farm to release “Farm Wooder,” writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The new American Light Lager that will be sold exclusively at the Yardley farm, The new beer with 4.3 percent ABV is available in 16 fl. oz. cans and four-packs. With every sip, Farm Wooder embodies…
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High-end Steakhouse Capital Grille Officially Opens at Village at Newtown Shopping Center
The Capital Grille marked the official opening of its doors at the Village at Newtown Shopping Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The high-end steakhouse is known for its dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood, as well as world-class wine lists. “It’s good to be home,” said Warrington native…
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Downingtown’s Beloved De La Terre BYOB Closes Its Doors
Seemingly unexpected, De La Terre BYOB, a popular French restaurant in Downingtown, closed its doors for good over the summer. In a Facebook statement by the owners Chef Andrew Hufnagel and Kassie Fetzer, De La Terre had its last day on July 20 after only being open since December 2022. The pair wrote, “We want…
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MaGerk’s Pub & Grill Expands to Bucks and Montgomery Counties with New Location in Middletown Township
Horsham mainstay MaGerk’s Pub & Grill is expanding its presence in Bucks and Montgomery Counties with new locations in Middletown Township and Royersford, writes Dino Ciliberti for The Patch. The Middletown location will be the first in Bucks County with a 6,000-square-foot space, although there has not been an announcement for an opening date. …
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Hank’s Place Set to Reopen in Chadds Ford This Fall After Being Forced to Close and Relocate
Popular local eatery Hank’s Place is set to reopen in Chadds Ford this fall after it was forced to relocate to Kennett Square due to damage caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida in 2021, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. The eatery’s original location stood for over seven decades before its dining room,…
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40 Years Later, Sisters Redeem Clifton Heights Clam Tavern Gift Certificate
A Clam Tavern gift certificate that expired 40 years ago was nonetheless honored by the restaurant recently for two sisters who found it while cleaning out their deceased mother’s home, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Sisters Sue Holden and Cindy Miller lost their mom in 2022 and were cleaning out their mom’s house with…
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Competition, Rising Costs Making It Hard to Be Mister Softee
Competition and rising costs are making it harder than ever to be Mister Softee, writes Nathaniel Meyersohn for CNN. The nation’s oldest and largest franchisee of soft ice cream trucks, started by brothers James and William Conway in Philadelphia in 1954, once had more than 2,000 trucks in 38 states. Today, there are about 630…
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Couple Who Turned Love for All Things Philly Into Eponymous Eatery in Tokyo Revisits City
Kosuke Chujo turned his love of all things Philadelphia into his bar and restaurant Philly in the Nihonbashi business district of Tokyo, writes Ali Mohsen for Billy Penn at WHYY. Chujo runs the eatery with his wife, Tomomi, out of his parents’ former printing house. The two-story space is adorned in Philadelphia sports mascot plushies,…
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Yardley Restaurant Week Brings Delicious Deals and Local Flavors
Yardley Restaurant Week is in full swing, offering residents and visitors a delectable journey through the borough’s vibrant food scene, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Running through Sunday, this annual event showcases both beloved local favorites and exciting new eateries, all offering exclusive specials and carefully curated menus. Hosted by Experience Yardley, the…
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The Capital Grille Opens First Bucks County Location in Newtown
The Capital Grille, renowned for its dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and exceptional wine selection, is just weeks away from opening its first location in Bucks County, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The new restaurant, located at the Village at Newtown Shopping Center, will open its doors on Monday, Sept. 9 at 4 PM.…
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86 West is Doylestown’s Top Spot for Sushi, Steaks, and Outdoor Dining
86 West in Doylestown is a great option to pay a visit to when you’re hungry, whether you’re craving a steak, burger, sushi, or something else entirely, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The eatery also offers a great atmosphere, especially for hot summer days, with outdoor dining and even a bar outside. “This…
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This Farm Stay in Atglen Will Have You Skipping Out on Choosing a Hotel in the Future
If you’re seeking a unique adventure, consider a farm stay in Chester County. Pennsylvania is well-known for its thousands of farms throughout the state, so why not skip the hotel to see what its like, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. Farm stays offer an immersive look into farm life, allowing you to connect with…









































