Philly’s Fall Food Scene Buzzes With Restaurant Openings

The Philadelphia-area food scene has a lot to celebrate this fall. Catch up on the latest restaurant news and details about good eats in the city, as reported by The Philadelphia Inquirer.

A new social dining experience is arriving in Fishtown with the opening of Ballers. The sports bar and restaurant, housed in an old power plant, combines racquet sports with classic bar fare.

Eataly, a renowned Italian food emporium, is set to open at King of Prussia Mall in approximately two weeks.

Grace Tavern, a historic South Street pub, will reopen under new ownership. Its traditions, including the blackened green beans, are set to continue.

O'Jung's Tavern in South Philly has introduced a spicy Caesar martini called the Dirty Spicy Caesar. The drink is one way its owners aim to evolve the establishment from a traditional bar into a bar-restaurant.

Renowned Philly chef couple Amanda Shulman and Alex Kemp are opening Pine Street Grill. Their family-friendly restaurant is designed to serve neighborhood families, marking a shift from their previous upscale, adults-only ventures.

Rival Bros Coffee has opened its fifth Philadelphia location in Kensington. The establishment features a retro Southern California surf and moto aesthetic and a high-end espresso machine.

In Upper Darby, Toomi's Shawarma, a casual Middle Eastern fast-food spot run by Wissam Chatila's family, offers a variety of chicken shawarma options that appeal to a younger takeout crowd.

Tria is expanding with Tria Events, a new venue at 1726 Sansom St., for wine classes, tastings, and private events, with classes starting this month.

A nonprofit and restaurateur are working to recreate Tun Tavern in Old City, Philadelphia, the historic Marine Corps meeting place.