Updated: February 5, 2026
The dining scene in Reading and Berks County continues to grow with new restaurants opening up all the time. Here’s a look at the new restaurants everyone is talking about.
February 2026
Selena’s Diner
Kutztown
Selena’s Diner celebrated its grand opening on Feburary 5. The new restaurant takes over the former Letterman’s Diner at 242 W. Main Street. The new owner worked at the former Letterman’s and has kept many of the menu items from its predecessor.
January 2026
Stefano’s Italian Ristorante & Bakery Cafe
Wyomissing
A new sit-down Italian restaurant has opened in the former Mary Jane’s Kitchen in Wyomissing. Stefano’s Italian Ristorante & Bakery Cafe began its soft opening on January 29 with a grand opening celebration planned for February 10. Stefano’s is owned by Chef Gianluca Longo, who previously had Basil in Sinking Spring and was the chef of Juliana’s when it opened in the same spot.
KanPai Sushi
Muhlenberg Township
A new all-you-can-eat sushi spot has opened in Muhlenberg Township. KanPai Sushi celebrated its grand opening on January 26. The restaurant is located at 3407 N. 5th Street Highway and offers sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and hibachi dishes.
Papi’s Fried Chicken
Reading
Papi’s Fried Chicken now has a second location. A grand opening celebration was held on January 16 for the new restaurant at 733 Lancaster Avenue in Reading. Papi’s original location is in downtown Reading at 538 Franklin Street.
December 2025
Empanada Santiaguera
Reading
Empanada Santiaguera hosted a grand opening celebration on Saturday, December 13. The new empanada spot is located at 569 N. Front Street in Reading.
Bellas 2.0
Shillington
Bella’s, the former Wyomissing pizza and sandwich shop, is back with a new location. Bellas 2.0 celebrated its grand opening on December 9. The new restaurant is located in the former Chicho Bella at 2342 Lancaster Pike in Shillington.
Know about another restaurant that just opened? Email Zach at zach@berkscountyeats.com
