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Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Sovalo in Northern Liberties closes
Joseph and Karey Scarpone at Sovalo in Northern Liberties. (Akira Suwa / Inquirer)

The chef-driven Sovalo, arguably the swankiest restaurant in Northern Liberties, closed over the weekend.

Co-owner Joe Scarpone, who got great notices (including a three-bell from Craig LaBan) for his Napa-style cuisine, featuring fresh pasta, says weeknight business had slacked off, probably because of "big companies tightening their belts. Weekends were strong, he said, but sales were still down from a year ago. He has another restaurant idea that he plans to pursue.

Post updated 2:15 p.m.

Posted by Michael Klein @ 12:58 PM  Permalink | File Under: TableTalk | 7 comments
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Posted 01:31 PM, 10/28/2008
manzi
not completely surprised. had a very bad experience quite some time ago where the staff managed to ruin every bit of our evening. my wife made a reservation and asked for a specific table up front (it was our anniversary) and was told it was ours. we arrived to be seated in the rear of the dining room even though it was half empty and the requested table was free - we were told the the table was not available to us. meats and fish were not cooked to our requested temperatures. and then to top it off, they delivered the wrong desserts. way overpriced for quality and service.
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Posted 06:04 PM, 10/29/2008
joemethemoney
i enjoyed my meal. It's ashame!!
Posted 09:50 AM, 10/30/2008
hcnylevad
Best food and experiences on numerous occasions! One of the most underrated restaurants and chefs in the city. Keep an eye out for Joe Scarpone, he will turn up again!
Posted 09:50 AM, 10/30/2008
hcnylevad
Best food and experiences on numerous occasions! One of the most underrated restaurants and chefs in the city. Keep an eye out for Joe Scarpone, he will turn up again!
Posted 12:48 PM, 10/30/2008
christina22
I agree with "hcnylevad"! Sovalo is the best restaurant to go to in Philly. I travel 2 1/2 hours to meet friends and family there to enjoy the talent and experience that Savolo offers to every guest! Sovalo will be missed in Northern Liberties!!
Posted 01:40 PM, 10/30/2008
VINMAN
One of the best in Philly! Sorry to see it go.
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About Michael Klein
Michael Klein chronicles local people, places and things (in easy-to-digest portions) three days a week in his Inquirer column "INQlings." He also covers the restaurant scene in his Thursday Food column, "Table Talk." See his work at http://www.philly.com/inquirer/columnists/michael_klein.
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