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Closings
Today is the last day for 4 Corners Management's Loie (128 S. 19th St.), a source tells Meal Ticket. The bistro's shutting down to make room for Zama, former Pod chef Hiroyuki "Zama" Tanaka's Japanese restaurant that's aiming for a fall opening. We had more info on that project back in June.
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Fishtown's Cornerstone Market, which we first wrote in March 2008, has announced that it's closing at the end of August. Conrad of PhilthyBlog spotted this sign on the door at 19 W. Girard Avenue.
Going Out of Business
25% off all groceries!
All of us at Cornerstone Market & Produce sincerely appreciate your business and friendship over the last year and a half. Unfortunately, however, we will be closing our business by the end of August and invite you to stock up on any of the items we have remaining in our store to complement your pantry.
We sincerely apologize to our customers who have come to rely on us day in and day out. If it was not for your support, we would not have come this far and we are truly grateful.
Sincerely,
Cornerstone Market & Produce
I'm so sorry you are closing Mike. I wish you all the luck in the world in your future endeavors. It's a hard economy now. You'll be back on your feet in no time!
[...] Friday, we noted (via PhilthyBlog) that Fishtown’s Cornerstone Market (19 W. Girard Ave.) would be closing up shop at the end of [...]
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In our recent Q&A with Daniel Stern, we asked the Philly chef � poised to open R2L and MidAtlantic this fall � how often we might find him at Gayle, the five-year-old space he calls his baby. "Every day," he told Meal Ticket. "I�ve been working on all of our development out of Gayle and the back patio is also my favorite hideaway in the city."
Now comes word that Stern has decided to shut the restaurant down. Here's the statement from his rep:
After five successful years, Daniel Stern�s Gayle restaurant will close its doors after dinner service on Friday, September 4. Daniel Stern Restaurants (DSR) decided not to renew the lease, which is up this fall, to focus on its two imminent openings, MidAtlantic (slated to open in September) and R2L (slated to open in November).
"While this is certainly a bittersweet decision, we have some very exciting projects to focus on in the immediate future,� Chef Stern says.� "The elements that made Gayle so beloved will definitely play major roles in our new restaurants."
Here's a link to our 2006 review of the Queen Village restaurant.
Why was D Stern ever a celebrity in this city? He can't keep a restaurant running. My guess is that Gayle was barely--if ever--profitable. It was pretty good but overrated due the Stern's inexplicable Philebrity status. The dude has serious financial backers who seem to leave throwing money away on him.
er, love throwing money away on him.
Allegedly he is being sued by everyone from brandywine realty to disappointed clients
Everyone I speak to is so disappointed to hear that Daniel is closing Gayle. So many of us have had very memorable experiences at Gayle, from the amazing food to the incredibly engaging service. We will make it a point to stop in for dinner over the next few weeks and look forward to a toast with everyone on September 9th.
In my opinion, Chef Stern is probably one of the most talented chefs in the country (I travel for a living and eat at the nation's best restaurants on a regular basis). Although I hate that Gayle is closing, it makes sense to me why he decided to do so. I believe that Gayle was a platform for him to showcase his food and I can't wait to see what he has up his sleeve next. Best of luck with you 2 new projects Chef Stern! I will be visiting both regularly!
Wow this pfoodee guy really seems to have something personal against Daniel Stern, noticed he did the same bad mouthing on foobooz, wonder what his deal or personal agenda really is? Any way I am sad to see Gayle go I loved both Gayle and Rae, some of the most creative and delectable food in Philly, totally original. I've spent many years living in NYC and San Francisco both unbelievable foodie towns where I enjoyed dining often and believe Daniel Stern deserves all the accolades he's been given both her in Philly and nationally. I'm looking forward to checking out MidAtlantic and R2L.
Truly a sad day for the community and customers to say good bye to Gayle. Frankly, i had never experienced any food quite like the creations at Gayle. I loved the small venue and personalized service too. Then it went BYOB and i thought, now it's ideal. With hearing this news, first i was sad....it was nice to have it all to myself - don't move on, don't grow, don't share it. You know, the selfish response. Once i thought about how Gayle could be the foundation for the next exciting experience, much like it was 5 years ago, i got excited about the new venues and the next culinary surprise(s). As for the entry on profitability....seems this person has limited experience with building and growing a brand. Think of all the great brands that have had to test, learn, test....on the way to success. Dan and team seem to have much of the "ingredients" here while weathering lots of economic headwinds. I'm glad the only thing we're losing is the restaurant!
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We've been hearing whispers about this for awhile, but now it looks like it's finally gone down: Tonight is the last night for Stephen Starr's Tangerine (232 Market St.). According to our source, the Starr Restaurant Organization plans to hold on to the space for catering and banquet purposes, with plans of reconceptualizing and reopening it as something new in the coming year. Staffers will be offered jobs elsewhere within the Starrship Enterprise.
The Mediterranean restaurant/lounge first opened in the winter of 1999. From former CP critic Maxine Keyser's Feb. 2000 review:
Despite all the opulent drapings, and the African wail of the music, there is no whiff of the desert here. When the black-garbed waiter describes the meal, you realize you�re in a sophisticated urban venue, not Algiers (the most dangerous city in the world) � more likely Paris. As in Starr�s other places � Buddakan, the Continental, The Blue Angel � you are just an actor in a carefully scripted evening. Settle back among the stylish crowd and give yourself up to Moroccan food for neophytes.
[...] Tangerine calls it quits [Meal Ticket] [...]
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Looks like Aso Sushi has opted not to renew a 10-year lease at 719 Walnut. Their last day of business was this past Friday, July 31.
Despite being pretty much unknown, it was one of the best sushi places in town
[...] new incarnation of neighborhood sushi spot Shinju, has officially opened for business in the former Aso Sushi. (Shinju’s last day was Jan. [...]
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As we Tweeted yesterday evening, chef David Ansill (above in '05) has closed his eponymous bistro at the corner of Third and Bainbridge. He chalks it up to the crappy economy. At the risk of sounding biased, this is a sizable bummer, as the restaurant, whether helmed by early chef Kibett Mengech or Ansill himself, has consistently been one of the most daring and original spots in the entire city. (We'll miss you, bone marrow and truffled duck eggs.)
An excerpt from former CP critic Elisa Ludwig's glowing '06 review of the spot:
On its own, the food is absolutely compelling. It's exotic at times, but never boastful. Duck eggs, for instance, are not a gratuitous, chichi garnish to a dish with six other ingredients. They are served in a bowl, scrambled to a luxuriant softness, folded with flakes of smoked trout and a swirl of cr�me fra�che. Also in the ovo category are feathery light shirred eggs, baked with truffles and capped with a triangle of the guilty-pleasure-to-end-all-guilty-pleasures, foie gras. These are dishes that stun and surprise but they're not drama queens. You savor them, and continue your conversation.
A few more links � A.D. Amorosi's pre-opening feature from 2005 and Felicia D's Meal Ticket video feature from March '09.
A spokesperson for Ansill says the chef has no immediate plans to launch a new project, but we're sure he'll assault us soon with something great.
a sad goodbye. I haven't been down in months, but always one of my favorites. Already looking forward to his next project.
Calling the restaurant, the message says they are closed for the summer and "we'll see you in September." I certainly hope so!
Grrr... I need to understand what is really going on. I have almost $100 in gift certificates to this place.
John: A sign posted in the window suggests it's a summer closing, but when we touched base with a spokesperson on Friday evening, the nature of the closure seemed more permanent.
Noooo!
[...] months after closing his restaurant Ansill, chef David Ansill has found a new home at Ladder 15 (1528 Sansom St.). Owners Max Tucker and Mike [...]
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It looks as if Meju, the Korean BYOB Double Shots owner Steve Cho opened in the fall of 2007, has ceased operations at 213 Chestnut Street. Despite its sweet location on paper, this has traditionally been a very tough space for restaurants: Prior to Meju, it was chef Todd Lean's Mandoline, which closed despite spirited raves from Craig LaBan and many others.
The number on the "For Rent" sign, if you're interested, is 215-939-1516.
[...] The seemingly cursed corner of Chestnut and Strawberry has claimed Korean BYOB, Meju. Now lets get those Jose Garces taco stand rumors going again! [Meal Ticket] [...]
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The Insider's dropped word that the Oceanaire Seafood Room, the opulent sit-down at 700 Walnut, has shut down. (See our 2007 review.) Word is the restaurant's employees were informed of the development this morning. This leaves McCormick and Schmick's and Phillips to duke it out for high-end seafood chain dominance in Center City.
[...] closed in March (and still has a completely functional Web site … ?) and the Oceanaire, which fell last month. They’ll honor gift certificates at full face value up to a $100 [...]
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Times are tough � but when a bottle bar slows but for a precious second, a piece of all of us dies. That'll surely be the case now that Brett Perloff and Co.�s Strongbox is closing, save private parties, until Labor Day. �Due to a few factors including the annual exodus to the shore of our clientele, the current economic state and our venue becoming more popular for private events, we have decided to close for regular business through Labor Day," read an e-mail statement. "We want to take advantage of the slowdown in order to complete renovations and tweaking of our product."
Along with promising something fresher and swankier after the summer, Perloff � who was last spied hanging with Joe Piscopo at several of A.C.�s Chelsea Hotel bars � swears Strongbox will be ready to go at a moment�s notice for private parties.
PREVIOUSLY: Strongbox opens tonight at 10 p.m.
[...] Strongbox is a locked box. The Walnut Street bottle bar is closing for the summer. [Meal Ticket] [...]
this place is a disgrace and insults my inteligence
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On Saturday, June 13, Susanna Foo's landmark restaurant on Philadelphia's original Restaurant Row will close its doors. The chef and restaurateur introduced the now-ubiquitous style of "fusion cuisine" to our city 22 years ago, blending Chinese ingredients with classic French technique.
Guests who dine at Susanna Foo Chinese Cuisine between now and the last day of service will receive a coupon for 20 percent off a future meal at Susanna Foo Gourmet Kitchen in Radnor, where the chef will continue her tradition of creative fine dining.
Susanna Foo Chinese Cuisine, 1512 Walnut St., 215-545-266, susannafoo.com
Susanna Foo Gourmet Kitchen, 555 Lancaster Ave, Radnor, 610-688-8808
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