Restaurant Roundup: Azie to Il Tartufo

Looking for a good restaurant to go to this weekend?

Radnor Patch brought you the Meet the Chef for  Thursday. Despite his background in fine dining locales, this chef’s final meal on earth wouldn’t be cooked by some fancy 4 star chef but by his mother in Japan.  for the interview.

If that restaurant isn’t to your liking, check out other area restaurants that Patch reviewed this week:

About the healthiest beef burger you can imagine, the incarnation here is 100% organic and comes from grass fed cows raised in a sustainable manner. Mandarin oranges, olive oil fried French fries and even a high fructose corn syrup-free root beer round out the list. for the review.

High quality coffee, baked goods, homemade soups and sandwiches are the draw at this neighborhood coffee shop opened up by two restaurant pros. I call it a three star coffee shop. for the review.

Chicken wings, potato skins and all sorts of other fried, decadent deliciousness are what’s on the menu at this sports bar chain. Not for the faint of heart, although there are definitely some salads and soups to balance out the more calorie-laden offerings. for the review.

This deli and catering shop brings homemade goodness to the neighborhood. Stop in and grab some delicious pasta, salads and sandwiches. It’s the perfect place to go when you want great Italian food but don’t feel like making it. Want to find out more about the man behind the menu? for the Meet the Chef.

This sushi place is off the beaten path and features affordable sushi and Japanese food. A constantly smiling , tireless owner adds to the charm of this place. for the review.

Like the bar in “Cheers”, this is a place where everyone knows your name. Add in the convivial manager, the constantly changing menu and the numerous vegan and vegetarian options and you have a clear winner. to read more about that Manager.

Quick, convenient and healthy eats for your entire family. The man behind the menu is an industry vet who has been in restaurants most of his life. Find out more about the owner by .

Despite the name, soul food and seafood are what stand out at this eatery. For a sweet finish, the apple pie a la mode, is the clear victor. for the review. 

Roman Jewish cuisine is the name of the game at this establishment. If it was good enough for Caesar it should be good enough for you. This week we met the man behind the stove at Manayunk’s Il Tartufo. for the interview.