Food and Drinq

The phone number has been disconnected at Plate, the restaurant in the Towers at Wyncote apartment building (the former Trilogy). Which -- given the general dark look of the place since Sunday -- might lead you to believe that it has closed. But owner David Mantelmacher said today that he has no comment on its status. Neither will the apartment management office. So I can't report that it's closed. You just can't eat or drink there. The Ardmore location is unaffected.

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If you hanker for Stella Blu in West Conshohocken, do it now. It will close after dinner Saturday for a total renovation. A warmer, yet sleek look is promised, as is a larger bar. The menu will move away from Italian toward Euro-style small and large plates. Reopening is due in early December. In the meantime, gift certificates can be redeemed at sister restaurant Gypsy Saloon down the street.