McGrath’s Irish Pub
Expansion of existing McGrath’s Irish Pub into former Arooga’s location. Food-focused with late-night bar hours, larger kitchen for more volume and variety. Minor renovations nearly complete including new floors, granite countertops, remodeled bathrooms.
Lancaster Vegan
New vegan restaurant owned by former Root chefs, offering streamlined vegan menu with breakfast all day, seating for 25, hours 11am-8pm initially
The Station
Former Station Tap House reopening under new ownership as The Station. Dinner service starts Friday April 4, lunch service begins April 17. 8,500 sq ft restaurant with indoor/outdoor bars, banquet room, and patio seating 400 people.
7th Street Burger
New York-based burger joint expanding to Philadelphia with two locations – first in Fishtown at 1215 Frankford Ave, followed by Rittenhouse Square at 1518 Chestnut St. Founded by Kevin Rezvani and Paras Jain, specializes in smashburgers with simple menu.
The Matcha Spot
Matcha and coffee spot opening in a trailer along Pennypack Creek, owned by Pavlo, Andrew and Jennifer Shostak. Features outdoor deck seating for 30 guests with specialty matcha drinks, coffee, and Red Bull refreshers.
locally operated restaurant
New multitenant building will include space for a locally operated restaurant seeking to create ‘a special dining experience that feels quintessentially Lititz’. Building modeled after 15th-century Castle Litice. Demolition to begin in 2-3 months with completion by early next year.
Madame Rochele’s Apothecary
Apothecary-themed cocktail lounge serving creative alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails and small plates. Will operate as a tea house on Sundays. Located in former Tacos Amigos space.
Diesel Dale’s Pitstop
Fast-casual eatery offering burgers, cheesesteaks, hot dogs, empanadas, chili, and ice cream. Located at former Petey’s Eatey’s site. Will operate 11am-7pm Wed-Sun initially, expanding to 11am-9pm in summer.
Birdie Club Indoor Golf Lounge
Indoor golf lounge with putting green, five golf simulator bays, and dining area called The Turn serving beer, wine, seltzers and golf fare. Second location after Tampa launch in 2023.
Sekela Kitchen
Ethiopian restaurant owned by Marta Kebede coming to Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia. Will offer breakfast dishes and build-your-own lunch bowls with authentic Ethiopian flavors. Woman and immigrant-owned business focused on community support.