Tue Sep 10 17:04:53 UTC 2024: ## Roxanne Returns: Chef Alexandra Holt Reopens Her Beloved Restaurant in a New Location

**Philadelphia, PA** – Beloved South Philly restaurant Roxanne is making a comeback, albeit in a new form. Chef Alexandra Holt, known for her experimental and inventive cuisine, is opening a larger, more accessible iteration of her acclaimed restaurant at the former Queen & Rook space in Headhouse Square.

The new Roxanne will offer a mix of tasting menus, à la carte options, and bar snacks, with a capacity of 65 guests. It will also feature a local liquor license, allowing patrons to enjoy PA spirits alongside their BYOB favorites.

Holt, who had famously run the original Roxanne as a one-woman show, has chosen to expand her team with servers and kitchen staff, ensuring a more sustainable and consistent experience.

“This project isn’t meant to last more than another year, really,” Holt said last year. “Along with feeling better comes the ability to embrace people again, so our life here is short and someday I’ll open a real restaurant (with staff).”

The new Roxanne is expected to open by the end of the month.

**More Food News**

**Late-Night Options**: Hi-Lo Taco in Midtown Village and Yanaga Kappo Izakaya in Northern Liberties are catering to those late-night cravings with new menus and happy hour specials. Hi-Lo Taco offers $4 tacos, wings, and “chupitos” (shot-sized cocktails) on Fridays and Saturdays, while Yanaga Kappo Izakaya features small plates, ramen, and drink specials from 10pm-midnight.

**The Hot Chicken Boom Continues**: Philly’s hot chicken scene continues to heat up with the opening of Asad’s Hot Chicken’s 10th location and Nanu’s Hot Chicken’s eighth location.

**Farewell to Cafe Ynez**: After a decade of serving Mexican cuisine, Cafe Ynez on Washington Avenue will close its doors on September 15th. The restaurant is hosting a farewell dinner on Thursday, September 12th to celebrate its 10-year run.

**Other Philly Food Happenings**:

* BOTLD’s Bird Gang is releasing a new series of Eagles-branded liquor to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the 1949 World Championship.
* Puyero is celebrating World Arepa Day (September 14th) with a “Philly Trio” of arepas featuring local flavors.
* Wm. Mulherin’s Sons is hosting NYC chef Justin Smillie of SlowFires for a weekend of specialty pizzas featuring seasonal ingredients.
* Side Project Jerky has released a Huli Huli Hawaiian chicken jerky collaboration with Kiki Aranita and Poi Dog Sauces.
* Philly Goat Project’s annual fundraising event, GOAToberfest, will take place on October 6th at Laurel Hill West Conservatory.

With a host of new openings, special events, and farewells, the Philadelphia food scene continues to evolve and excite.

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