The New York burger chain goodburger has penciled in *May 3 for the opening of its first Philadelphia location, 1725 Chestnut St.
Founder Nick Tsoulos, who's opened four locations in four years in New York, is partnered with Pete Pashalis, who also owns Pietro’s Pizzeria.
Goodburger uses china plates and silverware for in-house dining, and will offer beer and wine.
Goodburger's New York branches got a respectable "18" out of "30" for food in Zagat. Review reads:
Its name represents “truth in advertising” declare devotees of this “funky” East Midtown duo’s “juicy”, “made-to-order” patties; “when you want the grease”, its “tiny” burgers – along with “crispy” fries and “diet-blowing” shakes – “hit the spot”, though a budget-minded few cite prices a bit “high” for “fast food"; N.B. the Flatiron and West 40s branches opened post-Survey.
* CORRECTED ENTRY (4/16/08): OPENING NOW SCHEDULED FOR MAY 3
Disclosure: Michael Klein is the Zagat editor in Philadelphia.