Four Things In Philadelphia Not to Miss This Month
Gluten-Free Guide: We love it when restaurants make an effort to meet guests’ needs – it’s one of the clearest signs of real hospitality. Options for gluten-free diners have expanded significantly in recent years, from off-menu pizza dough at Corio in University City and newcomer Barclay Pies in Cherry Hill to pasta at Tulip Pasta & Wine Bar and both of those carby favorites at Prunella. And at Mission Taqueria, the entire menu is gluten-free, right down to the churros.
Plan Ahead: One of ourfavorite openings of last year, Dancerobot recently introduced brunch service. Book a table to try Justin Bachrach and Jesse Ito’s Japanese takes on breakfast, like bacon, egg, and cheese onigiri or honey butter toast on caramelized milk bread. And if you’re all-in on Japanese cuisine, reserve a spot at Philly Sushi Con on April 12, a “blade to plate” experience featuring a bluefin cutting demo from Kevin Yanaga, otoro and chutoro tastings, sushi robots rolling maki, a grill station, and sake and whiskey tastings. Find more events like this here.
Now Open: As spring picks up, so do new openings around town. After finding success in D.C., chef Roberto Santibañez’s Mi Vida has opened in the former Mulherin’s Pizzeria space across from the Fashion District. Piccolina has taken over the restaurant at Society Hill Hotel in Old City, and Wissahickon Brewing Company has opened a new outpost in Maple Glen. In South Jersey, we’re especially excited about Bar Tacconelliin Maple Shade, a new cocktail bar from the Tacconelli’s Pizzeria family, and Vino 61, a wine and cocktail bar in Mount Holly. Read all about it in New on Resy.
Alfresco Adventures: Outdoor dining season is almost here, and after a rough winter, we’re more than ready. Booker’sin West Philly has an especially charming sidewalk setup, with colorful decor and comfort food to match. In the suburbs, Cornerstone in Wayne offers plenty of alfresco space for lingering over a cheese board and oyster platter. In the heart of Center City, Rouge has the distinction of helping put outdoor dining on the Philly map and remains one of its iconic places to do it. Want more? We’ve got you covered.
New to the Hit List (April 2026) Booker’s Restaurant & Bar, Enza, Madis Coffee Roasters, Ripplewood Whiskey & Craft, Sidecar, Sky Cafe Philly.
