FOOD

Feeding Frenzy

Restaurants opening, closing and pending


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Published: Dec 1, 2010

NOW SEATING

Sticks & Stones | Nick Miglino, who owned Felicia's in what is now Devil's Den, has opened his Passyunk Avenue pub nearly three years (!) after first announcing it. Craft beers both local and national dominate the draft list (look for choices from Weyerbacher, Flying Dog, Bell's, Stone, etc.), and there's also a large-format bottle list designed for sharing. The menu's a mix-up of multiple cooking traditions — count on everything from sushi and pork fried rice to burgers and chimichangas. 1901 E. Passyunk Ave.

Tres Jalapeños | The owners of Los Jalapeños at Fourth and Moore have expanded northwest with this sit-down BYOB, in the corner space that's housed several Mexican and Italian eateries. The menu is moderately priced and traditional, with staples like tacos and enchiladas, plus specialty dishes like Sueno Camaron, shrimp served in a chipotle cream sauce. Tres Jalapeños is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and serves brunch on weekends. 744 Christian St., 267-239-2358.

LITTLE VITTLES

Kokopelli, a Southwestern small-plates concept taking over the near-Rittenhouse space that was Pearl (1904 Chestnut St.), is aiming to open on/around Dec. 7. Chef is Gina Rodriguez, an Arizona native who's cooked all over, most recently as chef de cuisine of the BlueFire Grill in Carlsbad, Calif.

Manakeesh (4420-22 Walnut St.), a Lebanese bakery and café, is targeting Dec. 20 for its opening.

Marabella Meatball Co., at 1211 Walnut, should open before the end of next week. They'll offer beef, chicken, pork and even vegetarian meatballs in a variety of presentations.

The Corner, a comfort food/cocktails spot from Tony Rim (owner of RAW) and chef Scott Swiderski (formerly of Buddakan), will open Dec. 16 in the former APO Bar + Lounge (102 S. 13th St.).

Leila Café has moved from the corner of 13th and Pine to 1356 South St.