Shank's & Evelyn's, the archetypal South Philly luncheonette that's been open 48 years, says last call will be at the end of the month, as the building has been sold. It’s supposed to relocate in Center City.
Meanwhile, Savona, the luxe French-Italian in Gulph Mills, is closed through mid-May as it divides the concept between high-end (with a 30-seat fine-dining area) and a more modest approach; the bar and outdoor operation will be expanded too.