Editing Chickie and Petes (section)

== History ==

=== Founding (1977) ===

'''Pete Ciarrocchi*** founded Chickie's and Pete's in '''1977''':

'''Origins:***
* Original location in Torresdale (Northeast Philadelphia)
* Named for his parents ("Chickie" was his mother's nickname)
* Started as a neighborhood bar
* Family operation

=== Early Years ===

Chickie's built its reputation:

'''1970s-1990s:***
* Northeast Philadelphia staple
* Sports bar atmosphere
* Developed loyal following
* Built on food and games

=== The Crabfries Invention ===

'''Crabfries*** became the signature:

'''Development:***
* Old Bay seasoning on crinkle-cut fries
* White cheese sauce
* Simple but addictive
* Became defining item

The Crabfries concept catapulted Chickie's to regional fame.

=== Expansion ===

Chickie's expanded throughout the region:

'''Growth:***
* Multiple Philadelphia locations
* New Jersey locations
* Stadium presence
* Airport locations

=== Stadium Dominance ===

Chickie's became essential to Philadelphia sports venues:

'''Presence:***
* '''Citizens Bank Park*** (Phillies)
* '''Lincoln Financial Field*** (Eagles)
* '''Wells Fargo Center*** (Sixers/Flyers)
* Essential game-day experience