Dining Guide 2018
Keep this guide handy all year long and make a resolution to try as many of these great restaurants as you can!
PENNSYLVANIA
Avondale
The Farmhouse Restaurant at Loch Nairn
514 McCue Rd.
610-268-2235; LochNairn.com
This is a jewel in the country with two restaurants and a marvelous event facility on a golf course, all open to the public. The Farmhouse Restaurant fine dining experience offers food and service of rare excellence. The Greathouse is the quintessential destination offering casual dining, Sunday Champagne Brunch and celebrations. There are two outdoor dining facilities and a chef’s table in their 18th–century subterranean wine cellar.
Berwyn
30 Main Bistro
660 Lancaster Ave.
610-220-2367; 30MainLine.com
Nectar
1091 Lancaster Ave.
610-725-9000; TasteNectar.com
Birchrunville
Birchrunville Store Cafe
1403 Hollow Rd.
610-827-9002; BirchrunvilleStoreCafe.com
Bryn Mawr
BIGA Pizza + Beer
810 Glenbrook Ave.
610-525-4800; RestaurantBiga.com
Bryn & Dane’s
915–925 W. Lancaster Ave.
BrynAndDanes.com
Restaurant Cerise
1011 Lancaster Ave.
610-527-4400; RestaurantCerise.com
Yangming
1051 Conestoga Rd.
610-527-3200; YangmingRestaurant.com
Always included in “Best Of Awards,” this Chinese-fusion rock star offers cuisine to delight your taste buds in a newly renewed and redesigned interior. Jumbo lump crabcakes, firecracker veal and capellini with shrimp are can’t-miss choices. Happiness hour, Mon–Fri, 4:30 to 6:30. Also named in Best Chinese Restaurants list in Travel & Leisure Magazine. Banquet facilities. Open 7 days.
Chadds Ford
Brandywine Prime
1617 Baltimore Pk. (Rts. 1 & 100)
610-388-8088; BrandywinePrime.com
The Gables at Chadds Ford
423 Baltimore Pk.
610-388-7700; TheGablesAtChaddsFord.com
You’ll find a combination of fresh seasonal cuisine, rustic yet elegant charm and enchanting outdoor dining that will keep you coming back time and again. Have a cocktail in the lounge while listening to live piano Thurs–Sat evenings, or sample their new bar menu outside in the new fire pit area. Enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner in the dining room every Tues and Wed and great Happy Hour specials weekdays, 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
Chester Springs
Limoncello Chester Springs
499 W. Uwchlan Ave.
610-524-3112; LimoncelloRestaurant.com
See their listing under West Chester.
Yellow Springs Inn
1657 Art School Rd.
610-827-7477; YellowSpringsInn.com
Concordville
Concordville Inn
Baltimore Pk. (Rt. 1)
610-459-2230; ConcordvilleInn.com
Downingtown
Amani’s BYOB
105 E. Lancaster Ave.
484-237-8179; AmanisBYOB.com
Bangles Indian Cuisine
889 E. Lancaster Ave.
610-269-9600; BanglesIndianCuisine.com
Station Taproom
207 W. Lancaster Ave.
484-593-0560; StationTaproom.com
Victory Brewing Company
420 Acorn Ln.
610-873-0881; VictoryBeer.com
Drexel Hill
Shere-E-Punjab
Drexel Line Shopping Center, 5059 State Rd.
484-452-8140; ShereEPunjab.com
Exton
Al Pastor
560 Wellington Square
484-341-8886; EatAlPastor.com
Al Pastor, a modern-Mexican eatery is now open in Eagleview Town Center. Along with Bella Vista, these two restaurant concepts are heralded by former Stephen Starr alums Justin Weathers and Chef Joe Monnich. Expect a wide range of Mexican influences on favorite dishes in the always-changing menu—and don’t miss the signature Pork Belly Al Pastor Tacos! Make your reservations now.
Appetites on Main
Main Street At Exton, 286 Main St.
610-594-2030; AppetitesOnMain.com
Casual American comfort food at a good value. This bar/restaurant has a taproom atmosphere in front and a family/quieter section in back. During warmer months, they open the huge pet- friendly outdoor patio. Happy hour daily, 4 to 6 and weekly entertainment including Free Texas Hold’em tournaments, karaoke, live music and DJs. Daily specials, H price wings on Mon. Open daily 11 am to 2 am, full menu until 1:30 am.
Bella Vista
560 Wellington Square
484-341-8621; EatBellaVista.com
Bella Vista, is a trattoria-style Italian restaurant in Eagleview Town Center. Along with Al Pastor, these two restaurant concepts are heralded by former Stephen Starr alums Justin Weathers and Chef Joe Monnich. Only the freshest ingredients, handmade pastas and pizzas will be featured in the always-changing menu.
Bluefin Eagleview
555 Wellington Square
610-458-3234; BlueFinEagleview.com
Bluefin Eagleview serves contemporary Japanese cuisine and sushi with innovative, modern interpretations by Master Chef Nishi San in a relaxing and contemporary ambience—ideal for a casual meal with friends or for entertaining special guests. Bring wine and an appetite to this inventive BYOB.
Brickside Grille
540 Wellington Square
610-321-1600; BricksideGrille.com
Innovative American cuisine with ethnic influences in an upscale, casual atmosphere. Oyster bar, Sunday Brunch and Banquet facilities. Open Mon–Sat, from 11 am; Sun, from 10 am.
Duling–Kurtz House & Country Inn
146 S. Whitford Rd.
610-524-1830; DulingKurtz.com
Nudy’s Café
541 Wellington Square
610-458-7667; NudysCafes.com
Nudy’s, now with 7 locations in Chester County, has been comforting diners in a casual setting for breakfast and lunch since 1979. With over 110 items on the menu, there’s a meal for everyone’s taste, from young children to college students and their families. They also do corporate catering. Mon–Fri, 7 to 4; Sat–Sun, 7 to 3.
The Pour House
116 N. Pottstown Pk.
610-280-7900; PJsPourHouse.com
Red Star Craft House
146 Exton Square Mall
610-524-5893; RedStarCraftHouse.com
Ron’s Original Bar & Grille
74 E. Uwchlan Ave. (Rt. 113)
610-594-9900; RonsOriginal.com
Serving real food, for the health of it! Prepared from scratch on site daily with all natural ingredients. American/Italian cuisine with daily specials and a School Night Value Menu Sun–Thurs. Live music, Wed–Fri–Sat; Happy hour, Mon–Fri. Lunch and Dinner, Mon–Thurs, 11 to 9:30; Fri, 11 to 11; Sat, 11 to 10; Sun, 11:30 to 9. Bar is open until midnight; Thurs until 1 am, Fri–Sat until 2 am.
Suburban Restaurant & Beer Garden
570 Wellington Square
610-458-2337; SuburbanBG.com
Suburban is a farm-to-table focused beer garden. Owned and operated by Chef Eric Yost, Suburban brings big city cuisine to the suburbs and showcases local farmers, brewers and distillers. 24 craft beers on tap and prohibition-style cocktails accompany the delectable farm fresh menu. Voted Best of Philly 2017.
Vickers Restaurant
192 E. Welsh Pool Rd. (corner of Gordon Dr.)
610-363-7998; VickersRestaurant.com
Don’t miss the famed Steak Diane prepared tableside at this Chester County gem. Specialties like bison, lamb and Dover sole have been menu staples at this historic farmhouse-turned-fine-dining spot since 1972. Dine fireside or cozy up to the mahogany bar to enjoy an award-winning wine list, vintage cocktails and live piano. Mon–Sat, 5:30 to 9; Happy Hour, Mon–Fri. Private rooms for rehearsal dinners, special events and weddings.
Glen Mills
Bluefin Sushi & Asian Cuisine
Cross Road Center, 1102 Baltimore Pk.
610-459-2055; BlueFinGlenMills.com
Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar
549 Wilmington-West Chester Pk.
610-358-1005; HarvestSeasonalGrill.com
Not Your Average Joe’s
561 Glen Eagle Square; 610-500-2222
NotYourAverageJoes.com/GlenMills
Shere-E-Punjab
301 Byers Dr.
484-841-6345; ShereEPunjab.com
Terrain Garden Café
914 Baltimore Pk.; 610-459-6030
ShopTerrain.com/Glen-Mills-Restaurant
Zoë’s Kitchen
1751 Wilmington Pk. Ste. B-1
484-800-8914; ZoesKitchen.com
Other locations: Newtown Square, Wayne,
Bryn Mawr, Collegeville
Kennett Square
Country Butcher Fine Foods Market
145 S. Walnut St.
610-444-5980; CountryButcherMarket.com
Floga Bistro
826 E. Baltimore Pk.
610-444-6500; FlogaBistro.com
Grain Craft Bar + Kitchen
108 W. State St.
610-444-7232; MeetAtGrain.com
Kennett Square Inn
201 E. State St.
610-444-5687; KennettInn.com
La Verona
114 E. State St.
610-444-2244; LaVeronaPA.com
Using only the finest and freshest ingredients, highlighting the northern region of Italy, they’re committed to making your meal a memorable one, with professional service in a welcoming social atmosphere. There’s a private dining area for parties up to 65. Join them for Happy Hour, Mon–Fri, 4 to 6. Serving lunch and dinner, Mon–Thurs, 11:30 to 9:30; Fri, until 10; Sat, noon to midnight; Sun, noon to 9.
Lily Asian Restaurant
104 W. State St.
610-925-3700
LilySushiAndGrill.com
Drawing fans in Kennett since 2011, this stylish, modern Asian restaurant serves Japanese, Chinese and Thai dishes insisting on high quality food, freshly prepared with the finest ingredients. Meet friends for lunch, have dinner with family or come for a celebration. Tuesday is all-you-can-eat sushi. BYOB, enjoy the comfortable ambience, delicious food and excellent service. Lunch and dinner 7 days, Sun–Thurs, 10:30 to 9:30; Fri–Sat, 10:30 to 10:30.
Nomadic Pies
132 W. State St.
610-857-7600; NomadicPies.com
Sovana Bistro
696 Unionville Rd.
610-444-5600; SovanaBistro.com
Sunrise Café & Tearoom
127 E. State St.
610-444-8141; SunriseCafeKSQ.com
Talula’s Table
102 W. State St.
610-444-8255; TalulasTable.com
The Creamery
401 Birch St.
484-732-7040; KennettCreamery.com
Two Stones Pub
843 E. Baltimore Pk.
610-444-3940; TwoStonesPub.com
Victory at Magnolia
650 W. Cypress St.
484-730-1870; VictoryBrewing.com
Kimberton
The Kimberton Inn
2105 Kimberton Rd.
610-933-8148; KimbertonInn.com
King of Prussia
Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse
King of Prussia Town Center, 200 Main St.
610-337-4810; Davios.com/KoP
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Kind of Prussia Town Center, 155 Main St.
484-965-9655; FogoDeChao.com
Hai Street Kitchen & Co.
KOP Mall, 160 N. Gulph Rd.
610-290-8576; HaiStreetKitchen.com
Nicoletta Pizzeria
KOP Mall, 350 Mall Blvd., 610-312-0171
Simon.com/Mall/King-of-Prussia
Paladar Latin Kitchen & Rum Bar
King of Prussia Town Center, 250 Main St.
484-965-9779; PaladarLatinKitchen.com
Pizzeria Vetri
KOP Mall, 640 W. DeKalb Pk.
267-422-4201; PizzeriaVetri.com
Sweetgreen
KOP Mall, 350 Mall Blvd.
610-312-0195; Sweetgreen.com
Landenberg
Paradocx Vineyard
1833 Flint Hill Rd., 610-255-5684
Paradocx Vineyard, a 100-acre farm nestled in the rolling hills of southern Chester County offers a memorable wine experience. At Paradocx Vineyard you’ll enjoy award winning wine and a local artisan menu in a beautiful location. You will also find PA distilled spirits and PA brewed beer.
Malvern
Anthony’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant
127 W. King St., 610-647-7400
AnthonysItalianRestaurant.com
Bunha Faun
152 Lancaster Pk.
610-651-2836; BunhaFaun.net
Christopher’s A Neighborhood Place
335 E. King St.; 484-568-4127
ChristophersANeighborhoodPlace.com
The Classic Diner
352 W. Lancaster Ave.
610-725-0515; TheClassicDinerPA.com
The Farmhouse Bistro
39 Conestoga Rd.
610-647-8060; TheFarmhouseBistro.com
Fattoush Restaurant
182 Lancaster Ave.
484-568-4465; On Facebook
General Warren
9 Old Lancaster Rd.
610-296-3637; GeneralWarren.com
A charming 18th-century historic country inn serving new American cuisine paired with classic Continental specialties. Fresh fish, steaks, lamb, small plates, vegetarian and vegan entrées, too. Private party rooms for 15 to 60 guests. Rehearsal dinners and intimate weddings. Beautiful Springhouse Terrace for al fresco dining and all-season receptions. Eight lovely guest suites available for overnight accommodations. Lunch, Mon–Fri, 11:30 to 2:30; Dinner, Mon–Sat, 5 to 10.
The Hunt Room at the Desmond
1 Liberty Blvd.
610-296-9800; DesmondGV.com
Malvern Buttery
233 E. King St.
610-296-2534; MalvernButtery.com
Margaret Kuo’s Mandarin Restaurant
190 Lancaster Ave.
610-647-5488; MargaretKuo.com
Restaurant Alba
7 W. King St.
610-644-4009; RestaurantAlba.com
The Office Bar & Grille
1021 Morehall Rd.
484-318-7806; TheOfficeBarAndGrille.com
Tonino’s Pizza & Pasta Co.
235 Lancaster Ave.
610-240-9566; ToninosPizzaAndPasta.com
This is a family-run business that prides itself on using the freshest ingredients to make authentic homemade Neapolitan pizza, pasta and signature Italian dishes. Inviting you to come in and dine, BYOB, Mon–Sat, for lunch and dinner, Sun, 12 to 9 pm.
Media
320 Market Café
21 W. State St.
610-565-8320; The320MarketCafe.com
Azie Restaurant
217 W. State St.
610-566-4750; Azie-Restaurant.com
Desert Rose
305 W. State St.
484-442-8012; DesertRoseMediaPA.com
Fellini Café Trattoria
106 W. State St.
610-892-7616; FellinisCafe.com
Hidalgo
30 W. State St., 484-443-8945
Facebook.com/HidalgoTasteofMexico
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
30 E State St.; 610-627-9000;
IronHillBrewery.com
See their listing under West Chester.
Jaco Juice & Taco Bar
21 W. State St.
484-444-2838; JacoJuiceAndTaco.com
Margaret Kuo’s Media
4–6 W. State St.
610-892-0115; MargaretKuo.com
La Padella
100 State St.
484-445-4445; LaPadellaMedia.com.com
La Porta
1192 Middletown Rd.
610-358-5104; LaPortaRistorante.com
Pinocchio’s Restaurant
131 E. Baltimore Ave.
610-566-7767; PinPizza.com
Recognized as the very first pizzeria in Delaware County more than 60 years ago, this family-owned restaurant is still setting the standard for fresh, homemade pizza of all types. The extensive menu also offers cheesesteaks, strombolis, appetizers, sandwiches and pasta. Their award-winning Beer Garden To Go offers over 1,000 specialty beers, 25 rotating on draft as well as crowlers and growlers.
Quotations Restaurant
37 E. State St.
610-627-2515; On Facebook
Riddle Ale House
1073 W. Baltimore Pk.
610-566-9984; RiddleAleHouse.com
Shere-E-Punjab
208 W. State St.
610-891-0400; ShereEPunjab.com
Tom’s Dim Sum
13 E. State St.
610-566-6688; TomsDimSum.com
Mendenhall Inn
323 Kennett Pk., Rt. 52
610-388-1181; MendenhallInn.com
Mohnton
Emily’s
3790 Morgantown Rd.
610-856-7887; EmilysBerks.com
Charming 1827 historic inn offering casual fine dining in one of five dining rooms, the unique bar or on the spacious covered deck that accommodates up to 130 people. Located on 5 acres 10 minutes from downtown Reading, it is great for small intimate settings, group gatherings, weddings, banquets. Open Tues–Fri, 11:30 to 1:30 for lunch and Tues–Sat 4:30 to 9 for dinner.
Newtown Square
Firepoint Grill
3739 West Chester Pk.
484-428-3093; FirepointGrill.com
Ristorante La Locanda
4989 West Chester Pk. (Rt. 3)
610-353-7033; LaLocandaPA.com
Teca Newtown Square
191 Newtown Street Rd.
484-420-4010; TecaNewtownSquare.com
Teikoku
5492 West Chester Pk.
610-644-8270; TeikokuRestaurant.com
Tratorria Giuseppe
4799 W. Chester Pk.
610-353-4871; Mussotra.com
Le Saigon Restaurant
82 E. Lancaster Ave.
610-889-4870; LeSaigon.com
Trattoria San Nicola
4 Manor Rd.
610-695-8990; SanNicola.net
Phoenixville
Bistro On Bridge
210 Bridge St.
610-935-7141; BistroOnBridge.com
Black Lab Bistro
248 Bridge St.
610-935-5988; BlackLabBistro.net
Gangster Vegan Organics 2
6 Gay St.
610-616-0000; GangsterVegan.com
Great American Pub Hotel, Bar & Grill
148 Bridge St.
610-917-3333; GreatAmericanPub.com
Il Granaio Italian Restaurant
184 Bridge St.
484-924-8423; IlGranaioPA2.com
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
130 E. Bridge St.
610-983-9333; IronHillBrewery.com
See their listing under West Chester.
Majolica
258 Bridge St.
610-917-0962; MajolicaRestaurant.com
Seven Stars Inn
263 Hoffecker Rd.
610-495-5205; SevenStarsInn.com
Sly Fox Brewhouse & Eatery
520 Kimberton Rd.
610-935-4540; SlyFoxBeer.com
Steel City Coffee House
203 Bridge St.
484-924-8425; SteelCityCoffeeHouse.com
TASTE
236 Bridge St.; 484-924-9530
SandCastleWinery.com/Taste-Phoenixville
Thai L’Elephant
301 Bridge St.
610-935-8613; ThaiLElephant.com
Vecchia Pizzeria
249 Bridge St.
610-933-1355; VecchiaPizzeria.com
Pottstown
Lily’s Grill
115 E. High St.
484) 945-1008; LilysGrill.com
Sly Fox Tasting Room
520 Kimberton Rd.
610-935-4540; SlyFoxBeer.com
Radnor
333 Belrose Bar & Grill
333 Belrose La.
610-293-1000; 333Belrose.com
Estia Greek Taverna
222 N. Radnor-Chester Rd.
484-581-7124; EstiaTaverna.com
Pietro’s Pizzeria & Birreria
236 N. Radnor-Chester Rd.
484-367-7072; PietrosPizza.com
Springfield
Tavola Restaurant + Bar
400 W. Sproul Rd.
Springfield Country Club
610-543-2100; Tavolas.com
Swarthmore
Broad Table Tavern
10 S. Chester Rd.
610-543-7500; TheInnAtSwat.com
With menus inspired by the seasons, Broad Table Tavern showcases locally sourced ingredients and regional artisan products. Located in Swarthmore, this full service restaurant was created to celebrate the partnership with local farms, vineyards, breweries and purveyors who share their vision for the finest flavors. Offering an approachable beverage selection, convivial atmosphere and warm staff, the Broad Table Tavern is the ideal gathering spot for colleagues, family and friends.
St. Davids
Glenmorgan Bar & Grill
593 E. Lancaster Ave.
610-341-3188; Glenmorgan.com
The Radnor Hotel
591 E. Lancaster Ave.
610-341-3188; RadnorHotel.com
Unionville
Catherine’s Restaurant
1701 W. Doe Run Rd.
610-347-2227; CatherinesRestaurant.com
Foxfire at The Stone Barn
Rt. 842, (3 mi. N. of Rt. 1)
610-347-2414; TheStoneBarn.com
Villanova
Azie On Main
789 E. Lancaster Ave.
610-527-5700; AzieOnMain.com
Wayne
A Taste of Britain
Eagle Village Shops, 503 W. Lancaster Ave.
610-971-0390; ATasteOfBritainInWayne.com
Ardé Osteria & Pizzeria
133 N. Wayne Ave.
484-580-6786; ArdeWayne.com
Autograph Brasserie
503 W. Lancaster Ave.
610-964-2588; AutographBrasserie.com
Black Powder Tavern
1164 Valley Forge Rd.
610-293-9333; BlackPowderTavern.com
Located just outside Valley Forge National Historical Park, combining local flavors with American history. The menu features a variety of small and entree-sized plates that pair well with the extensive craft beer offerings. Ask about private dining options. Mon–Thurs, 11 am to 10 pm; Fri–Sat, 11 am to 11 pm; Sun, 10:30 am to 9 pm, brunch until 2. Daily Happy Hour.
Christopher’s A Neighborhood Place
108 N. Wayne Ave., 610-687-6558
ChristophersANeighborhoodPlace.com
The Goat’s Beard
103 N. Wayne Ave.
484-584-4979; TheGoatsBeardWayne.com
Margaret Kuo’s, Wayne
175 E. Lancaster Ave.
610-688-7200; MargaretKuo.com
Matador
110 N. Wayne Ave.
484-580-8303; MatadorRestaurante.com
Paramour
139 E. Lancaster Ave.
610-977-0600; ParamourWayne.com
The Silverspoon Restaurant
503 W. Lancaster Ave., Eagle Village
610-688-7646; SilverspoonWayne.com
Teresa’s Café and Next Door Bar
120–126 N. Wayne Ave.
610-293-9909; Teresas-Cafe.com
White Dog Café
200 W. Lancaster Ave.
610-225-3700; WhiteDog.com/Wayne
West Chester
(See the West Chester article in this issue for more dining options.)
Bar Avalon
116 E. Gay St.
610-436-4100; AvalonRestaurant.net
Boxcar Brewpub
142 W. Market St.
484-947-2505
BoxCarBrewingCompany.com
The Classic Diner
16 E. Gay St.
484-947-0809; TheClassicDinerPA.com
The Couch Tomato
31 W. Gay St.
484-887-0241; TheCouchTomato.com
Dilworthtown Inn & The Inn Keeper’s Kitchen
Old Wilmington Pk.
610-399-1390; Dilworthtown.com
Dolce Zola
134 E. Gay St.
484-887-0760; DolceZola.com
Éclat Chocolate
24 S. High St.
610-692-5206; EclatChocolate.com
High Street Caffe / Vudu Lounge
322 S. High St.
610-696-7435; HighStreetCaffe.com
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
3 W. Gay St.
610-738-9600
IronHillBrewery.com
Find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. Each brewery/restaurant has its own scratch kitchen and craft brewery, allowing individual chefs and brewers the creativity to pair the freshest ingredients with the highest quality grains and hops. There 12 locations across the mid-Atlantic region, including PA, DE and NJ.
Jaco Juice & Taco Bar
8 W. Gay St.
610-436-4177; JacoJuiceAndTaco.com
Kildare’s
18–22 W. Gay St.
610-431-0770; KildaresPubWC.com
Kooma
123 N. Church St.
610-430-8980
KoomaRestaurants.com
La Baguette Magique
202 W. Market St.
610-620-4729; MagicBaguette.com
An authentic taste of France in the heart of West Chester. Artisanal, all-natural bread baked fresh every day, luscious French vienoisserie, the best croissants this side of the Atlantic and a savory array of lunch options. Open every day but Monday, eat in or take home. Catering orders and private on-site events custom designed.
Landmark Americana Tap & Grill
158 W. Gay St.
610-701-9900; LandmarkAmericana.com
This is the spot to watch the big game or just to get together with family and friends. Serving a wide variety of burgers, tacos, mac ‘n cheese, finger foods as well as healthy options of soups, salads and lighter fare. They carry a full gluten-free menu plus Kids’ and late night menus. A large private room with full bar is available for parties, meetings and other events. Open Mon–Sun, 11 am to 2 am.
Limoncello Ristorante
9 N. Walnut St.
610-436-6230
LimoncelloRestaurant.com
Serving Southern Italian cuisine and featuring a full-service bar and a charming atmosphere for private functions and banquets. Happy hour, Mon–Fri, 4 to 6:30. Lunch buffet Mon–Fri, 11:30 to 2:00; BYO, Sun, Mon, Tues, $5 corkage. Daily lunch and dinner. Off-premise catering available.
The Lincoln Room
28 W. Market St.
610-696-2102; On Facebook
Located in one of West Chester’s most famous historic buildings, this is the place to enjoy a quiet lunch or cozy tea for two. Select from their extensive menu of specialty teas, sweet and savory scones and other seasonal favorites. Leave room for their signature dessert—Croissant Bread pudding with Crème Anglaise. BYOB. Private parties, Sun–Tues. Lunch and tea, Wed–Sat, 11 to 3. Reservations suggested.
Lorenzo and Sons Pizza
27 N. High St.
484-999-8756
LorenzoAndSonsPizza.com
Love Again Local
18 S. Church St.
484-266-7381; LoveAgainLocal.com
They specialize in 100% plant based, clean, healthy and satisfying sandwiches exactly the way you want them. They have an extensive selection of all vegan, GMO free “meats,” “cheeses,” dressings and veggies to choose from to be stacked on your choice of rolls and breads. Ingredients, snacks and products are locally sourced whenever possible.
Más Mexicali Cantina
102 E. Market St.
610-918-6280; MasMexicali.com
Owners Joanne and John Caulfield invite you to enjoy award-winning Mexicali Fresh cuisine with a rock-n-roll flair in the first floor Cantina, second floor Velvet Lounge & Tequila Bar or “Más on the Roof” with a great view. The hip Cantina ambiance sets the stage for family favorites like traditional tacos, plus veggies and tofu, too. Perfect and unique spot for your next private party or catering for your offsite event.
The Mediterranean Restaurant
150 W. Gay St.
610-431-7074; TheMedWCPA.com
Pica’s Restaurant
1233 West Chester Pk.
610-789-7770; Picas-Restaurant.com
Pietro’s Prime Steakhouse &
Martini Bar
125 W. Market St.
484-760-6100; PietrosPrime.com
Family owned and operated, Pietro’s Prime is the place to eat in West Chester, serving nothing but prime beef and fresh seafood in a casual, comfortable atmosphere. They have live music in the bar Wed–Sat. Lunch Mon–Sat, 11 to 4. Dinner Sun–Sat, 4 until … Bar is open until 2 am. Come have a drink and/or a bite to see what you’re missing.
Rai Rai Ramen & Hawaiian BBQ
124 E Market St.
610-738-8808; On Facebook
Rize Pizza
124 E. Market St., Bldg. A
484-473-8924; RizePizza.com
Rize Pizza is excited to serve the community in their new space in West Chester. They use non-bomated (chemical free) flour, sesame seeds on the bottom of their signature crust, fresh gluten-free salads, sandwiches and pastas. It’s BYOB friendly and offers a unique atmosphere for families, parties and large events. Open Saturdays till 2:30 am. Online ordering and delivery available as well.
Roots Cafe
133 E. Gay St.
610-455-0100; RootsCafeWC.com
Ryan’s Pub
124 W. Gay St.
610-344-3934; Ryans-Pub.com
Saloon 151 Whiskey Bar & Grill
151 W. Gay St.
610-701-8489; Saloon151.com
Side Bar & Restaurant
10 E. Gay St.
610-429-8297; SideBarAndRestaurant.com
With 20 years experience cooking in the finest restaurants, the chef at Side Bar is excited to present his vision to you. This casual restaurant and bar focuses on excellent, affordable food, craft beer and local spirits, catering to the young professional, the established business professional and families. It has a neighborhood feel and strives to make it a place where a complete stranger will feel like a “regular.”
Social Lounge & Bar
117 E. Gay St.
610-738-3948; TheSocialWC.com
Spence Cafe
131 N. High St.
610 918-1272; Spence.Cafe
Recently winning 2017 Best of the Mainline and Western Suburbs for “overall lunch”, The Original Spence Café will not disappoint those looking for a quick and delicious lunch or a romantic, refined dinner enjoyed with a favorite bottle of wine. Specializing in fresh seafood, Chef Andrew Patton’s attention to detail and culinary expertise make this quaint BYOB a place you will want to visit over and over again.
Star of India Restaurant
155 W. Gay St.
610-429-0125; On Facebook
Teca
38 E. Gay St.
610-738-8244; TecaWC.com
Westtown Meat Market & Deli
1030 Old Wilmington Pk.
610-696-5588; WesttownMeatMarket.com
West Grove
Twelves Grill & Cafe
10 Exchange Place.
610-869-4020; TwelvesGrill.com
West Marlborough
The Whip Tavern
1383 N. Chatham Rd.
610-383-0600; TheWhipTavern.com
Nestled in the Chester County countryside, the warm and inviting atmosphere of this English pub radiates at the heart of horse country. If you’re nearby, stop and settle in for a cozy toast by the fire and share glad tidings and flavours from The Whip. Enjoy traditional pub fare and American favorites. BYO for wine or choose from over 50 seasonal, local and imported beers. Lunch, 11 to 4; dinner Sun, Mon, Wed, Thurs, 4 to 9, Fri–Sat, 4 to 10; brunch, Sun, 11 to 2. Closed Tues.
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Centreville
Buckley’s Tavern
5812 Kennett Pk.
302-656-9776; BuckleysTavern.com
Hockessikn
George & Sons’ Seafood Market and Oyster House
1216 Old Lancaster Pk.
302-239-7204; GeorgeAndSonsSeafood.com
This family business wants to ensure that future generations can buy and sell fresh seafood. You’ll find wild caught and sustainably raised options, live lobsters, clams, crab, smoked fish and sushi-grade. A traditional raw bar, run by seafood mongers with a true love for the oyster, has a wide variety that is consistently fresh. Craft beer, wine, champagne and saki served at lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Taking reservations and private bookings.
Montchanin
Krazy Kat’s
Rt. 100 & Kirk Rd.
At the Inn at Montchanin Village
302-888-4200; KrazyKatsRestaurant.com
Wilmington
Café Verdi Ristorante Italiano
12A Trolley Square
302-656-5411; CafeVerdiDelaware.com
Chelsea Tavern
821 N. Market St.
302-482-3333; ChelseaTavern.com
Columbus Inn
2216 Pennsylvania Ave.
302-571-1492; ColumbusInn.net
One of Wilmington’s most beloved and oldest restaurants, Columbus Inn has welcomed guests for decades to enjoy its contemporary American cuisine, warm hospitality and excellent service. After renovating and reopening in 2010, the Inn continues to serve a superb selection of seasonal American fare, eclectic wines and classic to craft cocktails. There is a dining atmosphere for every occasion in the rustic tavern, romantic dining rooms, seasonal outdoor seating and private dining.
Domaine Hudson Wine Bar
1314 N. Washington St.
302-655-9463; DomaineHudson.com
Named “a must-visit restaurant” by The News Journal, Domaine Hudson features Zagat-rated New American food, an award-winning wine list, and impeccable service. Enjoy private dining, exclusive wine dinner events, happy hour specials and more. Awarded Open Table’s “Best Wine List in the Greater Philadelphia Region,” this has been noted as one of Wilmington’s best restaurants.
Harry’s Seafood Grill
101 S. Market St.
302-777-1500
HarrysSeafoodGrill.com
Hotel du Pont, The Green Room
11th & Market Sts., 302-594-3154
HotelduPont.com/Dining/Green-Room
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
620 Justison St.
302-472-2739
IronHillBrewery.com
See their listing under West Chester.
La Fia
421 N. Market St.
302-543-5574; LaFiaWilmington.com
Merchant Bar
426 N. Market St.
302-543-5574; MerchantBarWilmington.com
Mikimotos Asian Grill & Sushi Bar
1212 Washington St.
302-656-8638; Mikimotos.com
Tonic Bar & Grille
111 W. 11th St.
302-777-2040; TonicBarGrille.com
TonicBarGrille.com