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48th Street Grille opening delayed; more Culinary Center news
When West Philly Local last reported on the Center for Culinary Enterprises in May, two new restaurants options were slated to open late that summer—48th Street Grille and Planet Vegan. But the summer...
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New South Asian eatery, Shaban Kabab & Curry, comes to Chestnut Street
UPDATE, 1/8/14, 9:15 a.m. According to Shaban Kabab and Curry owner Mohammad Sajad. A, who reached out to West Philly Local after our story went live, the restaurant is “very close to opening” within...
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Shaban Kabab & Curry opens; delayed opening for West Philadelphia Community...
EDITOR’S NOTE: After publication of this post we heard back from the Orens Brothers, who own The Croydon, the once infamous apartment building at 49th and Spruce, which is undergoing extensive...
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Review: Shaban Kabab & Curry
The lamb biryani (Photo by Annamarya Scaccia / West Philly Local) When I first reported on the opening of Shaban Kabab & Curry (4145 Chestnut Street), I was excited by the prospect of having a new...
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Saying goodbye to Marigold Kitchen
We’re sad to report that one of Spruce Hill’s fixtures, Marigold Kitchen, is closing soon, according to various reports. The owner and chef, Robert Halpern, is moving on and selling the restaurant,...
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World Cup fever! Where to watch in the neighborhoods (updated)
Café Renata co-owner Yasser Aiq raises the flag of Brazil for the World Cup, which starts Thursday. Café Renata, which is BYOB, is one of a few venues around the neighborhoods that is welcoming World...
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Ramadan closings, hours, specials
This is a reminder that the fasting month of Ramadan began on June 28 and some local businesses will be closed or will have limited hours of operation in observance of the holiday. Saad’s Halal...
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3 Courses, 3 Prices: University City Dining Days return July 17
Photo courtesy University City District. Are you ready for University City Dining Days? The popular annual 10-day event when you can enjoy dinner at a number of local restaurants for pre-fixed prices,...
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West Philly weekend: Just a few more Dining Days; free 40th Street concert...
There are a couple of things we wanted to mention as the weekend rolls in. There are only three days left for University City Dining Days when you can enjoy dinner at 27 area restaurants for three...
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New Restaurant Incubator, Foodie Forums at Center for Culinary Enterprises
Photo by Annamarya Scaccia / West Philly Local. Have you been dreaming of opening a restaurant but find it too risky of a business and need some testing of your concept before launching it? Now you can...
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West Philly restaurant news (Part I)
We have compiled some of the latest local restaurant news and updates. Here’s Part I. Best in Philly Quizzo comes to the New Tavern New Tavern, a new bar and restaurant that recently replaced Watusi II...
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From Dunkin’ Donuts to Japanese fusion: New restaurant space opens at 40th...
Where an old, grand church building stood for 136 years until last December there is a glass box now. Well, at least it’s a useful box. Many of our readers will be excited to know that the new retail...
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What’s open, what’s closed for Thanksgiving
Snow is falling in Philadelphia and we hope that everyone who is traveling today for Thanksgiving has a safe trip. Those who will be celebrating the holiday here will probably find the information...
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Ramadan restaurant closings, hours
Muslims all over the world are observing the month of Ramadan, which began on the evening of June 17. Here’s a reminder that in observance of Ramadan, some local businesses are closed or have special...
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University City Dining Days return next week. Reservations now available
University City Dining Days, a popular annual event helping drive traffic to local restaurants during slow summer months, will return on Thursday, July 16 and you can make your reservations now. This...
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West Philly restaurant and business news
Here’s a short roundup of some latest news from local restaurants, bars and cafés. • University City Dining Days kicks off this Thursday (July 16), with over 30 restaurants participating in the event....
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Restaurant news: New facade for Clarkville; What’s open, what’s closed (updated)
Here’s an update on some local existing and upcoming restaurants. • Work is at full steam to prepare Clarkville bar and restaurant for opening this Fall. The building at 43rd and Baltimore across from...
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New owners for Gold Standard Cafe, Amari’s opens on Baltimore Ave and more...
This is a follow up to some of our recent and not so recent restaurant news. • The new owners for Gold Standard Cafe, a popular establishment at 48th and Baltimore, have finally been revealed. In July,...
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Clarkville’s opening “very close” (updated)
Clarkville in September 2015 (Photo West Philly Local). (12/3/2015): Here’s the latest update: Official word—”Not opening today.” We’ve got our fingers crossed for tomorrow—Stay tuned! A special...
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Holiday hours at local cafes, restaurants, stores
Here’s a list of assorted local businesses and their holiday hours. We’ll update the list as more information becomes available. Coffee shops, restaurants • Coffee Market (45th and Pine): Thursday...
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