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Here are the freshest new businesses to launch in Philadelphia

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Published on October 24, 2019
Here are the freshest new businesses to launch in PhiladelphiaQueen & Rook Game Cafe | Photo: Judy C./Yelp

Interested in checking out the freshest new spots in Philadelphia? From a vegan spot to a sports bar, read on for a list of the newest hot spots to open for business recently.

Queen & Rook Game Cafe

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Stroll past 607 S. Second St. in Queen Village and you'll find Queen & Rook Game Cafe, a new cafe and entertainment and vegan spot. So far, it's been well-received: it's got a five-star rating out of 14 reviews on Yelp.

This cafe boasts more than a thousand tabletop and board games, along with a plant-based menu, according to Billy Penn. On the menu, expect to find vegan slider buns, jackfruit-stuffed tacos and fried cauliflower. Quench your thirst with wine, brews and Vietnamese coffee. 

Ambassador

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Wander over to 635 W. Girard Ave. in Ludlow and you'll find Ambassador, a new cocktail bar and sports bar, offering falafel and more.

This spot, which replaces the bar Melrose, offers an American menu by chef John Calvert, who spent nine years at R2L at Liberty Place, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. Look for bites like potato dumplings, chicken wings and vegetarian soba noodles.

Dessertcrazy

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Dessertcrazy is a spot to score cupcakes and more, that recently opened its doors at 1925 Fairmount Ave. in Francisville.

This dessert spot bills itself as the first low carb and gluten-free bakery influenced by the Keto diet in Philadelphia, according to its website. On the menu, expect cupcakes, brownies and cookies. Look for the Keto pumpkin pie or creamsicle. 


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