Posted by Foobooz on January 31st, 2013
Brewer’s Plate is one of our favorite events of the year. The fundraiser for Fair Food Philadelphia pairs local restaurants with local breweries in an event of food and drink sampling.
The list of restaurants for the March 10th event has just been released and as usual, features many of Philadelphia’s best but one name really stood out to us, Royal Sushi & Izakaya. The perpetually delayed Japanese pub project from the team behind the Khyber Pass, Cantinas and Royal Tavern will be one of the featured restaurants.
This will be the first public appearance of Royal Sushi & Izakaya. They’ll be paired with Brooklyn Brewery. Todd Dae Kulper will be on-hand.
The Brewer’s Plate Tickets [Ticket Leap]
Fair Food Philadelphia [Official Site]
Royal Sushi & Izakaya [Official Site]
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Posted by Foobooz on July 30th, 2012
Meal Ticket reported earlier and then went back on a story that Stephen Simons and Dave Frank (Khyber Pass Pub, Royal Tavern, the Cantinas) were set to take over the Triangle Tavern at 10th and Reed. And as much as we would like that to be the case, Simons tells us it isn’t so. Though they did put a bid on the property “a while ago,” that offer was not accepted.
Simons also tells us construction has just begun on the long-anticipated Royal Izakaya project set for 2nd Street in Queen Village. The opening date for that Japanese pub is about three months out.
Related: News, Dave Frank, East-Passyunk, Royal Sushi and Izakaya, Stpehen Simons, Triangle Tavern
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Posted by Foobooz on March 15th, 2012
Drew Lazor gets the cover of this week’s City Paper with his story about Philadelphia’s already out-of-control ramen obsession. Everyone seems to have an opinion on Japanese noodle soup, whether it be ramen, shoyu, shio, miso or tonkotsu, Lazor captures them all. He also gets some news:
- Royal Izakaya & Sushi, still promised “before the summer.”
- Nom Nom Ramen, will open before the end of the month.
- Zento, adding miso and tokotsu bowls to its menu.
- Ramen Room, new standalone ramen-ya concept from Zento’s owners.
Related: Food, Food Nerd News, Opening Soon, Cheu Noodle Bar, Ramen, Ramen Boy, Ramen Room, Royal Sushi and Izakaya, Zento
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Posted by Foobooz on October 20th, 2011
One of the most common foodie complaints of the last several years in Philadelphia is the lack of serious ramen joints. But there is hope on the horizon, or maybe just over the horizon.
The Royal Sushi and Izakaya, by the fine team behind the Khyber, Royal Tavern and Cantinas, was initially promised for September. That date has come and gone but the project is still a go. We’re just going to have to wait a few more months.
We missed this when it was originally reported but we’re excited to see that Yakitori Boy is looking to opening Ramen Boy, a ramen spot at 204 N 9th Street. No solid timeline on that spot.
Where Can You Get Ramen Today »
Related: News, Opening Soon, Chinatown, Ramen, Ramen Boy, Royal Sushi and Izakaya, Whole Foods
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Posted by Foobooz on May 26th, 2011
As Michael Klein reported last night Royal Sushi and Izakaya finally has a location. The anticipated Japanese bar from the RoyalKhyberCantinasandnowIzakaya team will be opening in September at 782 S 2nd Street. Philadelphia food nerds have been coveting a true izakaya for years now and as the Khyber Pass Pub’s pop-up proved, there is demand.
Chef Todd Dae Kulper who quickly gathered praise at the short-lived Ro-Zu will be in the kitchen of RS&K.
The building at 2nd and Fulton has been owned by Stephen Simons and company for several years and when the neighborhood steakhouse concept, the Grill Room couldn’t make a go of it they decided to locate the business there. The building is a bit bigger than the Khyber and will afford them the opportunity to do both pub food and sushi.
As for whether there will be another pop-up prior to Royal Sushi and Izakaya opening it isn’t so clear. Simons says they have one planned but with a tight September deadline things could change.
Royal Sushi and Izakaya [Official Site]
A Royal Izakaya for South Philly [The Insider]
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Posted by Foobooz on March 17th, 2011
The April issue of Saveur calls Philadelphia America’s Sandwich Capital. The magazine highlights Greenman’s Delicatessen, DiNic’s, Johnny’s Hots and McNally’s Tavern.
Big Eye Sushi is coming to the former Ro-Zu at 7th and Bainbridge. The Feast mentions that it may also mark the return of Todd Dae Kulper who was the opening chef at Ro-Zu. We touched base today with Steve Simons (co-owner of the Cantinas, Royal Tavern, Khyber Pass Pub) regarding his Japanese pub concept. He says Kulper is still on board and hopes to have the location settled soon. [The Feast]
Not one, not two but three Filter Cafes are opening in Philadelphia. The first will be at 252 S 12th Street and is aiming to open before the end of the month.. The cafes will feature Internet workstations, free wifi, coffee and tea. They also promise to stay open late. [Filter Cafes]
Le Pain Quotidien has chosen the former Robbins 8th and Walnut jewelry store for its second Philadephia location. [The Insider]
Related: Opening Soon, Accolades, Big Eye Sushi, Filter Cafe, Le Pain Quotidien, Royal Sushi and Izakaya, Sandwiches
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