Philadelphia’s Blackbird Pizzeria to Permanently Close

Blackbird Pizzeria, a well-known vegan restaurant in Philadelphia, will be permanently closing its doors on February 20, 2022. Owner Mark Mebus announced the closure on social media, citing the current unpredictable climate as the reason for not renewing the lease. The restaurant, which originally focused on vegan pizzas before transitioning to a sandwich shop, gained fame for its vegan Philly cheesesteak. Despite Blackbird Pizzeria's closure, its sister restaurant, 20th Street Pizza, will remain open and unaffected.

While fans of Blackbird Pizzeria may be disappointed by the closure, there are still plenty of other vegan dining options in Philadelphia. Those looking for delicious vegan pizzas can visit 20th Street Pizza to satisfy their cravings. The restaurant offers a wide variety of pizzas, including unique options like the Hot Potato and Funghi, made with handcrafted mozzarella from a local vegan company. Supporters of Blackbird Pizzeria can follow the restaurant on Instagram and visit its sister restaurant for their vegan pizza fix.