Favorite Summer Eats & Treats in Delco

By: Sara Fritz

Everybody knows about Dining Under The Stars in Media, and of course, post- little league game outings to Rita’s, but two of my favorite DELCO summer traditions are grabbing ice cream at Scooped and enjoying a casual dinner sitting outside at Pinocchio's Restaurant, both in Media.

Although there are times it can feel less exciting than being down the shore or at your favorite vacation spot, there is just something about a warm summer evening in Media that feels like the perfect reminder to slow down for a minute, and for me, that involves enjoying an alfresco meal or sweet treat with friends and family.

One of the best parts about living here is that summer traditions are often simple. Bumping into neighbors in town, listening to live music at Rose Tree Park, heading to a Phillies Game, taking a bike ride or hike at Ridley Creek State Park. And in my opinion, all of these moments that make this community feel like home can also be capped off with a delicious meal or dessert.

Some people are loyal to traditional scooped ice cream. Others will argue that soft-serve is the ultimate summer comfort food. And then there are the water ice fans who believe nothing beats a cold lemon or cherry water ice on a hot July night.

So now we want to know- what are your favorite summer treats in DELCO?

Are you Team Ice Cream, Team Soft Serve, or Team Water Ice?

About the Author

Sara Fritz

Sara brings her real estate clients a unique value and perspective. Her professional career path began as a registered nurse and evolved into healthcare analytics and project management. Throughout her nursing experience, Sara learned to work closely and effectively with others during stressful and often tenuous times in their life. Her work in business analytics has honed her ability to capture and quantify customer needs in order to help them make more informed decisions and to understand the market. Sara’s management experience supports her ability to build trust and communicate effectively which ensures seamless and successful real estate transactions for her clients. Sara maintains her nursing license and enjoys working as a nurse on a per diem basis at a local assisted living community. 

As a lifelong DELCO resident and top-producing agent at Compass, Sara brings more than just real estate expertise—she brings heart, hustle, and an unwavering commitment to her clients. Whether you're reimagining how and where you want to live, relocating to be closer to family, or preparing your home for sale, Sara’s guidance is rooted in empathy, strategy, and deep local knowledge. As a founding member of NextPhase DELCO, she believes every transition deserves trusted support and a personal touch.