An Ice Cream Shop With Enthralling Flavor Combinations — and More Philly Restaurant Openings
Here's a handful of recent new openings around Philadelphia in May 2025, from a sibling to Mexican Tequilas to a globally-inspired ice cream spot.
Corio has opened from chef David Feola, manager James Smith; and Ryan Mulholland, who is currently CookNSolo's director of operations, the Inquirer reports. It's offering pizza, sandwiches, and salads during the day. 3675 Market Street
Sushi bar Javelin opened on Thursday, May 1 for lunch with bento boxes and roll specials, along with dinner that includes sushi, sashimi, and Japanese-leaning entrees. A full bar is available. 1811 Fairmount Avenue
La Jefa has opened, the sister space to the reopened Tequilas, that serves coffee with beans from Mexico and food that centers around lonches, which are served on long, sourdough rolls known as birotes. Dinner will be introduced soon. 1605 Latimer Street
The sibling location to the one in D.C. that opened in 2023, Little Gay Pub has opened. Owners Dito Sevilla, Dusty Martinez, and Benjamin Gander told the Inquirer that they intend for it to be a place that celebrates the LGBTQ community. 102 South 13th Street
Percy has opened from BIKCG Hospitality Group with chef Jack Smith at the helm, the Inquirer reports. The group owns the three Forîn Cafes. Percy will offer daily morning coffee and pastries as well as daily brunch, and dinner from Thursday through Saturday. Look for items like a croque-monsieur with roast pork, broccoli rabe, provolone, and an egg. 170 N. Front Street
The Philly location of globally inspired ice cream shop Malai has opened with flavors like cherry black cardamom, date tamarind, and turmeric. 260 South 18th Street
Umi Hotpot Sushi and Seafood Buffet has opened a Philly branch, according to Yelp and its website. The chain has locations in Flushing, Queens, along with several in New Jersey, Texas, and elsewhere. 3000 Island Avenue
Starting with breakfast and brunch, Val's has opened serving chicken and waffles, avocado toast, and cheeseburgers. 2047 Green Street
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