PHILADELPHIA — April 9, 2024 — PHL’s marketplace of over 150 retail, dining and consumer service concessions just welcomed a familiar name last week. Sabrina’s Cafe has joined the family at PHL Food & Shops. Delaware Valley’s beloved brunch boutique is now open to passengers in Terminal C.

The quirky concept of comfort food “with a twist,” served in a cozy, eclectic dinette made its debut in 2001 near Philly’s Italian Market. Founders Raquel and Robert De Abreu further personalized the idea by naming the restaurant after their daughter, and Sabrina’s Cafe was born.

Just over two decades later, Sabrina’s Cafe operates five successful locations — each a neighborhood favorite — including Fairmount/Art Museum, University City, South Street, Wynnewood and Collingswood. The new PHL Food & Shops location is the sixth Sabrina’s Cafe.

The De Abreus have partnered with respected veteran restaurant operator Hakan Ilhan who also launched Bud & Marilyn’s and Good Luck Pizza Co. at PHL. Ilhan has extensive airport concessions experience in Philly and in Washington, D.C.

“We are thrilled to bring Sabrina’s Cafe to PHL in collaboration with the De Abreus, whose concept of all-day, elevated brunch has become a staple wherever it operates,” said Ilhan, president of Hakan Ilhan Restaurants.

Sabrina’s Cafe in Terminal C will provide passengers with a dining experience that feels like they’re eating in the home of a dear friend for breakfast, lunch or dinner and being treated to special home-cooked favorites like Cannoli French Toast … or a Santa Fe Turkey Burger. Following the meal, they can savor innovative desserts and beverages like a Lucky Charms Matcha Latte.

While breakfast is a daylong affair, bountiful bowls of Teriyaki Salmon or Korean Chicken Kimchi also make lunch or dinner a Sabrina’s Cafe ideal for an anytime meal. Burger lovers can “build their own,” and sandwich lovers can enjoy Veggie Philly Cheesesteaks, soups and more.

“The addition of Sabrina’s Cafe to PHL Food & Shops underscores our commitment to curating an authentic Philly dining experience for our passengers,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “Now passengers at the airport can experience the same warm hospitality and classic Philly flavors that have enamored the hearts of locals for years.”

Now that Sabrina’s is officially up and running at PHL, local passengers can touch down for the most delicious “welcome home” any airport could offer — or, for those departing, get one last taste of Philly before you go.

“Sabrina’s Cafe is grateful for the continued support of our communities, which has helped us grow,” said Robert De Abreu. “Now at PHL, we hope to meet even more local customers, plus visitors from out of town — and perhaps add a Stuffed French Toast Latte to their travels.”

For more information, menus, hours and openings, please visit PHLFoodandShops.com.

###

About MarketPlace PHL, LLC
MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLFoodandShops.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Griffin Horner
For MarketPlace PHL
484-683-5980
griffin@nullhornercom.com

PHILADELPHIA — March 18, 2024 — No place celebrates Philly’s favorite sandwich like its hometown. As a tribute to the Philly cheesesteak and all cheesesteaks everywhere, PHL Food & Shops once again ushers into Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) its weeklong ode to National Cheesesteak Day — PHL Cheesesteak Week.

PHL Cheesesteak Week — Savor the Dates
Monday, March 18, through Friday, March 22

Indulge in the iconic Philly sandwich as well as other cheesesteak-inspired culinary creations, offered at 19 unique eateries across the airport.

From now through Friday, March 22, passengers visiting PHL can observe National Cheesesteak Day every day, with exclusive deals and sampling opportunities, all building up to the “Finale Celebration” on Friday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the stage between Terminals B and C.

“PHL Cheesesteak Week is the perfect mix of Philly flavor and impromptu airport fun,” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “We look forward to passengers trying Philadelphia’s signature sandwich at our event on Friday and sharing simple moments at PHL that turn into treasured travel memories.”

To anyone whose travels might include PHL this week, get ready for a sandwich that’s uniquely Philly and for our 2024 Cheesesteak Week itinerary of delicious events and promotions, listed below.

PHL Cheesesteak Tour
Monday, March 18, through Friday, March 22

If you’re an adventurous cheesesteak lover who happens to be passing through PHL this week, boy, does PHL Food & Shops have news for you. Get ready to embark on an epic cheesesteak-oriented treasure hunt involving every eatery at the airport that offers cheesesteaks and even some that have cooked up specialty Cheesesteak Day-inspired items just for this occasion.

Make sure to add an appetite to your packing list, because the PHL restaurants participating in the Cheesesteak Tour will be serving up dishes that pay homage to the Philly cheesesteak in ways you’ve never imagined.

Stop by Chickie’s & Pete’s and try their exclusive Poppin’ Shrimp Cheesesteak. Or how about a taste of Pizza Cheesesteak from Tony Luke’s? (Yes, you read that right.) Win Kitchen’s Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Noobar’s Cheesesteak Dumplings, and, of course, Classic Cheesesteaks from Geno’s, Jim’s South Street Steaks and Independence Prime, are just SOME of the mouthwatering menu items you’ll find on the PHL Cheesesteak Tour this year.

Guests can access an interactive tour map that highlights all 19 PHL Food & Shops locations that offer cheesesteaks or cheesesteak-related items by visiting PHLfoodandshops.com/CheesesteakTour or scanning the QR code displayed on various Cheesesteak Week promotional materials throughout the airport.

Finale Celebration — Cheesesteak and Pepsi® Zero Sampling
Friday, March 22, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., B/C Connector Stage

Free samples of both classic cheesesteaks and related menu items with a twist, will take center stage at this sampling spectacular held at the connector midway between Terminals B and C.

And since everyone knows cheesesteaks taste better with Pepsi, event attendees can also enjoy free samples of Pepsi Zero Sugar. Perfectly paired with the crisp, refreshing taste of Pepsi Zero, get ready for the gourmet cheesesteak stylings of the following fantastic PHL restaurants:

• Bar Symon (Terminal B), sampling Mini Chicken Cheesesteak
• Chickie’s & Pete’s (Terminals A, C, E and D/E Connector), sampling Cheesesteak Eggrolls
• Passyunk Steaks (Terminal B), sampling All The Way Cheesesteak and Chicken Cheesesteak
• Philly Pretzel Factory (Terminal F), sampling Cheesesteak Rivets and Pretzel RivetsOrderAtPHL.com — $5 Off Promo Code
  Monday, March 18, through Friday, March 22For a limited time, use the promo code CHZSTK to get $5 off a cheesesteak or cheesesteak-inspired menu item on OrderAtPHL.com — available for one-time use from Monday, March 18, through Friday, March 22, at participating locations.

  For more information on all events and offers taking place during PHL Cheesesteak Week, please visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

  ###

  About PepsiCo
  PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP) generated more than $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.

  Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com, and follow on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo.

  About MarketPlace PHL, LLC
  MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLFoodandShops.com.

  MEDIA CONTACT:
  Griffin Horner
  For MarketPlace PHL
  484-683-5980
  griffin@nullhornercom.com

PHILADELPHIA — Oct. 5, 2023 — One of Philly’s most posted and picturesque local menus will soon be getting 25 million more views annually – with the spring 2024 opening of Sabrina’s Cafe at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) in Terminal C.

The endearing and enduring concept of elevated comfort food served in a cozy, eclectic dinette made its debut in 2001 near Philly’s famed Italian Market. Founders Raquel and Robert DeAbreu further personalized the idea by naming the restaurant after their daughter, and Sabrina’s Cafe was born.

Just over two decades later, Sabrina’s Cafe operates five successful locations – each a neighborhood favorite – including Fairmount/Art Museum, University City, South Street, Wynnewood and Collingswood. The new PHL Food & Shops location will be the sixth Sabrina’s Cafe.

“Sabrina’s Cafe is thrilled to bring our signature brunch experience to the airport, offering travelers a taste of home even when they’re on the go,” said Robert DeAbreu, co-founder. “Our airport location is excited to serve up the same delicious brunch menu that has made us a beloved destination in the city for years.”

The DeAbreus have partnered with esteemed and experienced restaurant operator, Hakan Ilhan, who also launched Bud & Marilyn’s and Good Luck Pizza Co. at PHL. Ilhan has extensive airport concessions experience in Philly and in Washington, D.C.

“We are very proud of opening Sabrina’s Cafe at Philadelphia International Airport,” said Hakan Ilhan, president of Hakan Ilhan Restaurants. “Sabrina’s Cafe has been an iconic Philadelphia establishment for many years. Besides serving delicious food, it has been a gathering place for many communities in Philadelphia.”

Sabrina’s Cafe built its brand on brunch with a twist, with offerings like Stuffed Challah French Toast, Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, Vegetarian Huevos Rancheros, Shrimp and Grits, Tofu Scramble and more. The list of super fluffy omelets is irresistible for locals–especially the Philly Hometown Omelette with ground hot sausage, button mushrooms, roasted peppers, marinated long hots, and provolone and parmesan cheeses.

Whether it’s the artful sprinkle of confectioners’ sugar or banana slices sliding down a vanilla bean syrup slope – all entrees are served ready for their close-ups.

The bounty of culinary beauty continues with Sabrina’s Cafe’s turkey and beef burger menu. Diners can “build their own” or opt for fan favorites such as the House Angus Burger on a brioche roll featuring buttermilk fried onions, American cheese, leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes and over-easy egg. It’s topped with “Big Spence” sauce, a nod to Sabrina’s younger brother, Spencer.

There are also sandwiches, tacos, soups and made-to-order salads too numerous to mention. All are prepared in an authentic neighborhood-kitchen style with only fresh, high-quality ingredients. The colorful ingredients nearly jump off the plate.

“Everything about Sabrina’s Cafe says, ‘Come in, get comfortable; you’re going to love eating here and being here,’” said Mel Hannah, Vice President and General Manager of MarketPlace PHL. “Everybody leaves Sabrina’s Cafe smiling and satisfied, and that’s a great way to start any trip.”

For more information, please visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

###

EDITOR’S NOTE: Renderings of the future Sabrina’s Cafe location at Philadelphia International Airport are embedded in this release.

ABOUT MARKETPLACE PHL, LLC
MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail programs throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program offers more than 170 shops, restaurants and services. The MarketPlace PHL portfolio features local Philly favorites, as well as regional and national brands. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retail development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit PHLfoodandshops.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Griffin Horner
For MarketPlace PHL
484-683-5980
griffin@nullhornercom.com