Philadelphia Magazine says: "Where We're Eating — Avenida"
The historic Cresheim Cottage has a tasty new Latin flair.
Philadelphia Magazine
February 25, 2010
Photography by Stuart Goldenberg
Husband and wife chefs Edgar and Kim Alvarez have turned the historic Cresheim Cottage into a modern, friendly LatinAmerican eatery.
It’s the kind of place where a woman at the table next to you leans over and gushes, “Ohhh, is that the calamari? It looks delicious.”
And it is — the fried crisp rings are tossed with onions and jalapeños and topped with a bright tomatillo sauce. Also delicious is the queso fundido, with black beans and roasted chilies, and the pork pibil (pictured right).
Insider tip: Kids eat well here, too; the children’s menu includes chicken and cheese quesadillas, and veggie tacos with salsa and guac.
7402 Germantown Avenue, Mount Airy, 267-385-6857.
Where We’re Eating contributors: Victor Fiorillo, Lauren McCutcheon, Ashley Primis and Bridget Salmons.
Set in a historic Mount Airy home built in the 1700s, patrons will sit by the stone fireplace or on the romantic outdoor porch sipping margaritas and sampling Chef Edgar’s signature guacamole with homemade tortilla chips and salsa. 
