August 29, 2008

Pizza! Pizza!

Cooper’s Brick Oven Wine Bar Opens

There are two things we can’t live without. One is pizza. And barring anything served in the state of Maryland, we’ve never met a slice we didn’t like.

So as soon as the health inspector gives a thumbs up to Cooper’s Brick Oven Wine Bar, we’ll be there. (Please, sir, don’t wait till Monday.)

The casual answer to Manayunk mainstay Jake’s (operated by the same owners), Cooper’s serves an array of irresistible pies like Mushroom (crimini puree and Amish cheddar), Spicy Meatball (Mancuso’s ricotta and tomato), and Shortrib (Parmesan, horseradish cream, and port). There are also small plates like charcuterie and boneless wings (cooked in the brick oven, so there’s no added fat).

What’s the other thing we love? Wine. Cooper’s delivers here, too, with an approachable list of interesting varietals that are neither too expensive nor overwhelming.

May as well make that three things we can’t live without.

Cooper’s Brick Oven Wine Bar, 4367 Main Street, Manayunk (215-483-2750).