Philadelphia is about to get its hands on another popular bagel joint as Call Your Mother, the D.C.-based chain, sets its sights on Fishtown. The company plans to open its first Pennsylvania location in the spring or summer, pending permitting.
Co-owner Andrew Dana revealed this news in an Instagram video, marking a significant milestone for the expanding carb empire. Call Your Mother will be the eighth location under the company's belt, with storefronts already established in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, and Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood on the horizon.
For Dana and co-owner/chef Daniela Moreira, the decision to expand to Pennsylvania was a natural fit. The couple launched Call Your Mother at farmers markets in Washington D.C. back in 2018, drawing inspiration from their family backgrounds – Dana's Jewish heritage and Moreira's Argentine upbringing. Their bagels are said to be somewhere between New York-style and the sweeter variety found in Montreal.
To give fans a taste of Philly pride, Dana and Moreira name-dropped local institutions like Allen Iverson, Rocky, and even Dana's hometown mother in their announcement. To wrap up the video, chef Moreira even rang out with the iconic "Rocky" bell to signal the impending arrival of Call Your Mother.
The Fishtown location promises an exciting experience for customers, offering a variety of spreads, proteins, toppings, coffee, sandwiches, and yes – even pretzel bagels. With Call Your Mother on board, residents will have another reason to get their day started with a delicious twist.
Co-owner Andrew Dana revealed this news in an Instagram video, marking a significant milestone for the expanding carb empire. Call Your Mother will be the eighth location under the company's belt, with storefronts already established in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, and Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood on the horizon.
For Dana and co-owner/chef Daniela Moreira, the decision to expand to Pennsylvania was a natural fit. The couple launched Call Your Mother at farmers markets in Washington D.C. back in 2018, drawing inspiration from their family backgrounds – Dana's Jewish heritage and Moreira's Argentine upbringing. Their bagels are said to be somewhere between New York-style and the sweeter variety found in Montreal.
To give fans a taste of Philly pride, Dana and Moreira name-dropped local institutions like Allen Iverson, Rocky, and even Dana's hometown mother in their announcement. To wrap up the video, chef Moreira even rang out with the iconic "Rocky" bell to signal the impending arrival of Call Your Mother.
The Fishtown location promises an exciting experience for customers, offering a variety of spreads, proteins, toppings, coffee, sandwiches, and yes – even pretzel bagels. With Call Your Mother on board, residents will have another reason to get their day started with a delicious twist.
! i mean, who doesn't love a good bagel, right? and the fact that they're bringing that new york-style vibe meets montreal sweetness is giving me LIFE 
. i've heard amazing things about their menu, from classic combos to pretzel bagels - yaaas, please bring on the pretzels! 
i'm really looking forward to trying it out when it opens up in spring/summer. can't wait for a taste of philly pride with every bite 
. did you know that their bagels are made from 100% unbleached flour? 
and they offer over 20 different types of spreads 
. but what i'm most excited about is their pretzel bagel thing... have you seen the stats on pretzel bagel sales in philly? 
it's been rising steadily for years, and now call your mother is coming to town! 
that's gotta be a winning formula. btw, their chicago location has been crushing it since its opening last year 
. anyways, can't wait to try this new spot in fishtown... maybe we'll even get some philly cheesesteak bagel sandwiches 
I mean, who doesn't love a good bagel? and Call Your Mother is like, the ultimate bagel joint right now. I've been to one of their D.C. locations and OMG, those bagels are TO DIE FOR!!! 
so, Fishtown is gonna get its first location this spring/summer? that's like, amazing news! 
they got their Philly pride on and name-dropped Rocky... 
what's not to love?! 
It's gonna be so cool to have another Call Your Mother spot in Fishtown. And pretzel bagels? Yes, please! 
I'm definitely adding this to my spring foodie bucket list 
remember when we used 2 get our bagels from the bodega down da block? this is like, next level stuff. call ur mother better bring the heat if they wanna give us philly bagel lovers a run for our money 
Can't they see that's just a gimmick to cater to tourists? And don't even get me started on the corporate takeover... Call Your Mother is just another example of a brand trying to cash in on the 'local' trend. I mean, who cares if they name-drop Rocky and Allen Iverson? It's all just marketing fluff 
. And wow, Fishtown is gonna get its own spot? That’s awesome news for all you carb lovers out there 
. Anyone else as stoked about this as I am?
. I mean, it's not like there are already enough options in Fishtown or something. Can't wait for the pretzel bagels, because what's a bagel shop without those? 
... I mean, who needs an authentic Philly experience when you can get your NYC-style bagels in Fishtown? And pretzel bagels, because of course they have to bring that extra something. Can't wait to see the prices go up and the locals be pushed out by hipsters with a "where's the love" vibe 
. Anyway, I guess it's all about bringing a taste of the D.C. vibes to our humble city... Fishtown's gonna be the new Wicker Park, yay 
. Can't wait to try their pretzel bagels!
When Andrew and Daniela decided to expand Call Your Mother, they weren't just thinking about opening another location - they were sharing their love for good food and the culture that comes with it. It's all about creating experiences that bring people together.