Feeding Frenzy

Restaurants opening, closing and pending

by Drew Lazor

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Published: Jul 31, 2007

>> NOW SEATING

This café, a recent sprout-off of Northern Liberties' Strengthening Health Institute, specializes in made-to-order macrobiotic food. "Genmai" is Japanese for brown rice, the super-beneficial base of the menu, which features noodles, sandwiches and wraps. As of now, they're open for lunch Tuesday through Thursday; more days and hours will be added as they get into the groove. Bite This: The "Southwest Scrambler" wrap's got tofu, tomato, onion, scallion, salsa and "Genmai guacamole."

>> WAITING LIST

Pei Wei, the baby bro to P.F. Chang's first-born son, will make its first foray into the PA market this October with locations on City Avenue and in Springfield. It's a quick-type concept, with fresh-prepared dishes available at the counter or as takeout. The national chain's menu draws from Korean, Thai, Vietnamese and other time-tested Asian cuisines. Bite This: "Signature" flavor preparations include Mongolian and Mandarin kung pao paired with your choice of meat, seafood or tofu.

Damon Andreacchio, who owns and operates Fairmount's Philly Flavors (2004 Fairmount Ave., 215-232-7748), says he plans on opening this midtown sequel by the middle of the month. The new space will offer essentially the same goodies — homemade ice cream, yogurt, water ice, sundaes, shakes and all the rest. Andreacchio, a 16-year vet of the business, says expansion was a logical step after more than five successful years up by the museum. "There's a ton of Rita's out there," he says of the competition. We noticed that, too. Hope to see you soon.

>> LITTLE VITTLES

G-Ho's Pico de Gallo (1501 South St., 215-772-3003) now has a liquor license — they're doing margaritas by the pitcher and glass, Mexican beer and some wine. >> The long-awaited second location of Tria (1137 Spruce St.) is finally open for biz. To mark the occasion, wine director Michael McCaulley has introduced Makana Iqhilika, a South African mead, onto the menu. Insert Beowulf joke here.

 

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