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RESTAURANT REVIEW
The Blue Elephant By Franqui-Ann J. Raffaele, Esq.
152 E. High Street Pottstown, PA 19464 www.blueelephantbar.com (484) 949-9084
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his issue’s restaurant review is focusing on something old and something very new. The Blue Elephant is located in the 152 E. High Street historic building in Pottstown. The restaurant interior pays homage to the building’s roots. 152 High Street was originally a dwelling created by the Potts Family in 1770. Its purchase by Jonas Smith saw the building turn into a store and after its raze, the current building stands, created in 1888 as the Security Trust Building. The bank eventually closed, leading the space to be used as several restaurants over the years – ultimately finding its way into the hands of Win & Sutida Somboonsong of the Win Signature Restaurants, who currently own the space. The designers of the Blue Elephant certainly took details and the building’s history into mind. When you walk into the lobby, you will find several photos hung on the wall. The Blue Elephant got its name from one of those photos – elephants walking on E. High Street in Pottstown. With the elephant as an emblem in many Asian countries, The Blue Elephant seemed like kismet. The design features many of the original pieces from the bank; brass work, bank vaults and elegant light fixtures. It takes
advantage of the 30-foot tall ceilings, highlighting their height with luxurious light blue curtains and a literal wall of mirrors. The Blue Elephant is a mixture of metalwork, greenery and elevated comfort. The seating is cozy, stylish and modern. A 10-foot tall fountain stands in the space’s center. It’s a stunning sight when you first enter the space, a true treasure in the heart of Pottstown. The Blue Elephant prides itself as being the “vanguard of the Asian fusion movement showcasing Italian-Thai dishes with Japanese influences,” according to their website. They do not disappoint. The menu boasts lunch and dinner selections – and they even have brunch on Sundays. The dinner menu offers a wide variety of food – shrimp shumai, pad thai and sushi for those looking for an Asian centered meal, Chilean sea bass and continued on next page >
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