9 Best Ardmore, PA: Restaurants & Eats 2026

Ardmore's dining scene in 2026 offers something for every craving—from elevated steaks and festive Mexican fare to authentic global flavors, comforting breakfasts, and fresh everyday bowls. Here is a fresh roundup of standout spots, drawn from recent Philly Bite reviews, presented in a new order with slightly refreshed highlights and direct links to the originals.

Photo: 7th Street Burger

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia's culinary scene is about to welcome two new restaurants from the popular New York-based chain, 7th Street Burger, expanding its presence in the city and creating excitement among food lovers.

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PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia's Rittenhouse neighborhood is welcoming a deeply personal culinary project. O'Morrey's, a highly anticipated gastropub, is slated to open in late [month], with hours to be announced soon, taking over the prominent 1720 Sansom St. location, bringing a fresh concept to a space rich with restaurant history.

Zac's Halal

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia's Center City neighborhood is welcoming a new fast-casual dining option. Zac's Halal is slated to open at 104 S. 18th St. in late summer, introducing a fresh halal concept to a highly visible downtown block.

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PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia's renowned restaurateur Stephen Starr is expanding his culinary empire once again with a highly anticipated new concept in Rittenhouse Square. Named The Pelican Club, the upcoming Greek restaurant will take over the prime 8,800-square-foot real estate at 225 S. 18th St., a space formerly occupied by Devon Seafood Grill for 25 years.

Not a Damn Chance Burger’s food (Image Credit: Scratch Restaurants Group)

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia's restaurant scene is about to get a highly creative, split-personality addition. Slated to open at 210 S. 12th Street, a brand-new dual-concept venue is bringing together two wildly different culinary experiences under one roof: Not A Damn Chance Burger and Sushi by Scratch.

Spiked Sports Lounge Brings Elevated Prison Food to Northeast

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia's culinary landscape is famous for its innovation, but the latest viral trend taking over Northeast Philly draws inspiration from an unconventional source. Spiked Sports Lounge & Grill has transformed a resourceful, underground staple into a local sensation, drawing food lovers from across the region to experience their take on elevated prison food.

What to Eat: Best of Philly for Foodies

PHILADELPHIA - Managing content and tracking regional food cultures across the city keeps me constantly immersed in our dynamic dining scene. Curating our WherePhilly features for PhillyBite Magazine requires more than just making a few reservations; it demands a real strategy to capture the heart of the hospitality industry's latest shifts.

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PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia's dining scene is welcoming back a fan favorite, as Toll Man Joe's has officially announced its return to the city. The beloved restaurant and sports bar is set to reopen in Washington Square West, taking over the space formerly occupied by the recently closed Mixto at the corner of 12th and Pine Streets.

Traditional Iced Pfeffernüsse Cookies. Source: The Daring Gourmet

PHILADELPHIA - Long before modern gingerbread lattes took over the winter season, there was the ultimate spiced treat: the peppernut. Known traditionally as Pfeffernüsse in German or "white peppernuts" in Pennsylvania Dutch culture, these tiny, bite-sized cookies pack a massive punch of warm spices like anise, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and, yes, a pinch of black or white pepper.