Finally, a restaurant has arrived in Berwyn that truly has it all. Meridith Coyle has transformed her former restaurant Aneu into Binni & Flynn’s, resurrecting the restaurant concept created and successfully run by her parents for so many years.
If this is the first time you’ve heard about the B&F’s reopening, then I’ll be shocked. Ever since Coyle made the announcement over a month ago, the buzz has been constant around town. Apparently, this is the place for fun and drinks.
Many of us who used to guzzle the margaritas at the first B&F’s are still doing so—now we just have niños in tow. Don’t fret, they’re welcome, too. In fact, when I visited this past Monday, opening night, there was quite the diverse scene. Families, couples, drinking buddies—you name it.
The B&F’s space is warm, welcoming and features a variety of seating that stretches all the way to a back room. Munch away on the essential chips and spicy salsa. A chilled bottle of cucumber mint water rests on each table to refresh the palate.
The reasonably priced menu focuses on Mexican specialties and a mix of alternatives like burgers, pasta and Coyle’s longtime signature salad. B&F’s has all the Mexican favorites covered–enchiladas, tacos, tamales, burritos, quesadillas, and more. Peruse the menu for yourself here.
And, read on for my interview with Coyle, to learn more about the all new B&F’s. See you
there for a margarita!
How will the reinvention of Binni & Flynn’s be different from the original?
We are trying our best to keep consistent with the business plan of the original Binni & Flynn’s
—a family restaurant that is a lot of fun for everyone with great prices, high quality ingredients
and good cocktails.
What kinds of renovations were done to transform the space?
In just a week, we re-faced the bar, painted every room, re-lit the entire space as well as changed the bar seats and chairs. We built a banquette and re-did the tile and wood floors.
I have heard so many stories about the original B&F’s. What are your favorite memories?
I have so many memories. A lot are of my Mom working in the office and my Dad laughing and talking to all the clients. And of the chef’s younger brothers and me playing in the back of the restaurant while our parents were working. Now one of those friends is the Executive Chef of the restaurant and his son is cooking and my daughter is waitressing!
Restaurant work is certainly part of your family culture here, yes?
This is definitely a family business. On opening night when you visited, my Mom was your hostess, my oldest daughter was a server and my middle daughter was the bus girl. And, my youngest daughter is the cashier at Fresh Ideas, our new breakfast and lunch café next door.
Anything special that we should look out for in the coming months?
We’ll be featuring live music on Fridays for happy hour. And every night from 5-7 we have $2 draft beers and $2 off well drinks, as well as everyday specialty prices on appetizers and cocktails. And of course, look forward to Cinco De Mayo parties!
Binni & Flynn’s is located at 575 Lancaster Avenue in Berwyn. Find out more here.
