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The taste of Philadelphia sports came alive late one night in 1987. An argument and a brotherly brawl over mom’s unique gravy at 4 am in the Ciarrocchi household, led to what is now the unique Chickie’s & Pete’s zesty cuisine. With a mother’s ingredients, a respected family business, and Pete’s own tried, tested, and perfected French fry reinvention, Crabfries®, Pete Ciarrocchi was destined for success. The story began a decade earlier when, in 1977, Peter and Henrietta Ciarrocchi bought the Robbins Avenue taproom in the Mayfair neighborhood of Philadelphia. Young Pete followed his parents’ example and served the regulars with a smile. He was and still is a friend to all. Growing up Pete ran with both jocks and rockers. He could change minds, influence peers, and even reinvent taste. In 1987 Pete made sure his parents’ legacy lived on. Pete became the face of Chickie’s & Pete’s with the help of his brother, Tom. His charisma, dynamic personality, and great food were enough to bring in the crowds on Sunday to celebrate, jeer, and be Philadelphia. Pete understood the pulse of the city: food, sports, and people. In 1998, The Vet, the once home of the “Iggles” and the “Phightin’ Phils” became Pete’s new home and kingdom. Led by his proprietary Crabfries®, the Mayfair family business became a fan favorite concession. Pete’s infectious energy and impressive cuisine became his recipe for success. From Andy Reid’s late night meetings, “taxi crabbing” Eagles players from airport to complex, to mixing it up with Oprah and Jon Bon Jovi, Pete Ciarrocchi’s success has exploded. The Chickie’s & Pete’s hometown flavor has expanded to 10 locations across Philadelphia and New Jersey and was voted ESPN’s #1 Sports Bar on the East Coast. In late 2009, Pete unveiled his “reinvention of the sports bar,” PLAY². This trademarked concept… where you don’t just watch sports on TV, you become the sport… has massive momentum and is our platform for growth.

Chef Bobby Flay craves just one thing when he’s done working in the kitchen of his many fine dining restaurants. And, it’s not what you might expect. It’s a burger! So with his favorite food and reputation for creating the world’s best dining experiences in mind, he brings you Bobby’s Burgers — everything you expect from a Bobby Flay dining experience, but this time it’s for everyone. Inspired by his love of the grill and travels through the United States, Bobby calls Bobby's Burgers “a very American concept.” His love of food and travel can be found in the Bobby's Burger menu. Not only can you see a lot of places and cultures represented, Bobby's Burgers also focuses on the high-quality, made-to-order burgers, fries, spoon-bending milkshakes, and much more! Bobby’s Burgers is the unbeatable burger experience. As a reflection of his successful 40-plus year career in the restaurant industry, Flay has handcrafted every ingredient and menu item to create both a craveable and accessible “Flay For All” experience. As the first franchise concept developed by Bobby Flay, we invite experienced, multi-unit restaurant operators to join our brand through exclusive franchising opportunities now available nationwide.

Come visit us for a taste of our prime cuts of beef, specialty appetizers, and entree. And, of course, our menu is more than prime cuts of beef alone. We offer a wide variety of masterfully crafted seafood, pasta, and chicken dishes that are made from the freshest ingredients and hand selected by our elite culinary staff. We will always welcome you like a friend, and want you to leave feeling like part of our family.