The food was outstanding. Unique and ambitious, and it tasted even better than anticipated. You…read morecannot good wrong with anywhere on the menu. I resist recommending anything specifically hoping not to limit your selection. The combinations of flavor are so very interesting and pair expertly. That being said you cannot go wrong with the featured burger of the week. The space is stunning. The convert bank into something between a Gastropub and a fine dining experience is the perfect backdrop for the eclectic menu. My friend and I both felt as great as the food and architecture are, the service was outstanding. Not only did our hostess and waitress demonstrate a conviction and pride of the brand that they represented but they were friendly and engaging. If I lived 100 miles closer. I'd be there at least once a week to expand my waistline. We were also greeted by insistent manager, whose name I shamefully do not recall. She also demonstrated pride in the establishment and serving its customers. Although it's quite a ways from home, I have no doubt that I will be back until then. I will look forward to it. At spot like Bank and Vine is a true gem.

I always enjoy coming here with my bestie for their girl dinners! They have a set menu with a great…read moreprice and the food is delicious! The ambiance is great with dim but enough lighting. The waitresses and waiters are very attentive and very friendly. I have yet to have a bad experience!

Stopped in for a date night. Nice ambience. Food was just okay. Nothing to rave about. Service was…read moremeh. We watched other tables get served well before us even though we arrived before they did and did not order anything difficult. Waiter was not very attentive and didn't even ask if we wanted drink refills or dessert. Would not go back.

If you're in Wilkes-Barre--whether you're a resident or just visiting--or anywhere in the…read moresurrounding areas, including Scranton, I highly recommend checking out Diamond City Vault. From start to finish, the food was outstanding. We began with the Stracciatella soup and mussels, which were both absolutely out of this world, followed by a salad that was just as impressive. For our entrées, we enjoyed the shrimp tacos, which were incredibly fresh and delicious, and the aged steak, which was cooked to perfection and truly top-notch. Even though we were completely full, we couldn't resist dessert. We shared the limoncello cake with cappuccino, and, like everything else we had, it was exceptional. The restaurant itself is beautiful, the service was impeccable, and the owner couldn't have been more gracious. He's clearly passionate about making this restaurant a success, and it shows in every aspect of the dining experience. As a thoughtful surprise, our dessert and cappuccinos were complimentary. It certainly wasn't expected, but it was a very kind and professional gesture that we genuinely appreciated. If you're anywhere in the Wilkes-Barre area--or even if you're farther away--Diamond City Vault is absolutely worth the trip. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!

I really wanted to like this place. We held my son and daughter-in-law's very small wedding dinner…read morehere. (About 12 of us). The food was meh at best. Under flavored, overcooked, and it took forever. Considering we had booked it a month ahead of time and it was a Wednesday (not a typical busy night) the service was sooooo slow. It gave us time to have conversations but after all the things I heard, I expected much better food.

Service was horrible And the food was subpar : fish wasn't…read morefully cooked. Hamburger tasted "wrong" Would not return Totally bummed about our experience- I was so looking forward to going here

Had drinks here after attending the Garden Series Outdoor Wine Dinner. Loved how cozy it was. I…read morechose an espresso martini and the super nice bartender made me a delicious one off menu. We opted to take our drinks outside to the massive porch and enjoy them while watching the sunset and rocking in the rocking chairs. Super reasonable drink prices for a venue such as this.

Library Lounge at Skytop Lodge feels like stepping back in time in the best possible way…read more From the moment you walk in, everything slows down. Dim lighting, big comfortable leather chairs, bookshelves lining the walls, a fully stocked bar, and historic photos throughout the space create a classic lodge vibe that feels timeless without being stuffy. It is cozy, polished, and incredibly relaxing. The staff is knowledgeable and clearly takes pride in what they serve. The craft cocktails are well made and thoughtful, and if you prefer beer, there are solid options there too. As a bourbon lover, I especially enjoyed their private barrel pick served neat, a real treat and easily a standout pour. This is a perfect pre-dinner or post-evening stop, we have done both, and it works beautifully either way. Dress is slightly casual but leans upscale, and while pricing is a bit higher than average, it feels completely worth it for the setting, quality, and experience. We sank into the chairs, talked story with friends, and lost track of time, which really says it all. If you are anywhere near Skytop Lodge, make sure this is on your list. Plan extra time, you will want to linger.

We're on board with, and on record as saying to all our friends that, MVD is our favorite spot. But…read moresince we like trying new places too, we had to come back for the first time in over a year. It's not just the variety of tapas options, or the incredible wine selection, or the impeccable hospitality that will keep you coming back; it's the culinary journey rarely taken where the food transports you and you just sit back speechless thinking, "that was IT, where has this been?" You'll leave completely stuffed, and they'll be drinks... lots of drinks; but the concoctions are adventurous and more than worth trying a few of, and that's before you get to the wine list. They know their stuff; they travel the world to find inspiration for their own curated menu, but bring lesser-known varietals to the forefront that really challenge your palate and leave you needing to speak directly to the associate at the wine and spirits store, in the best way possible. If you have an unoaked chardonnay available, I immediately like you! You don't have to wait long once you order for those tasty shareable plates to come firing out; they're quick, efficient but also know how to help you pace your meal. Funny thing about this meal (that we shared with another couple we go touring with) is that it turned into a Catholic-guided, Lent-abiding seafood extravaganza, which was not necessarily our goal on approach. I love when a place really surprises you with things you wouldn't typically think to pair together or even order, and they become some of your favorite things altogether. Case in point, the escargot; most escargot I've ever had was rubbery, soaked in butter and masked with garlic. None of that was going on here, and they even did the work for you with the shells. Anything fried (empanadas, yuca fries, oysters, seabass tacos) had a very even, full but thin breading. Not a trace of residual oil, nothing heavy about it and still the right temp inside to not blast the filling. I really enjoyed the oysters, and the pickled radish and shallot would be good as an accompaniment for ANYTHING. The chimichurri is spot on, and anytime it appears on the menu, which it does several times, you should get those items. The butter sauce with a camarones was drinkable, the empanadas never disappoint, and the almond tart with wine-poached pears for dessert was literal perfection. Overall, our favorite drink was the Holy Smokes and they have a team-oriented approach to presenting dishes table side. Fun and friendly, the staff is knowledgeable, patient and has great personal recommendations, all with legit culinary knowledge. Go...like, now!

¡Vamos a tapear!…read more This is my first time in Wilkes-Barre and after almost a week of eating pizza, and other assorted quick bites across the town, I was in the mood for something more. I'm from Las Vegas, and I can only eat so much pizza! MVD was recommended to me by someone who hasn't even dined here yet if that tells you how much people talk about this place. It's about 12 mins or so from where I am staying near the arena/Kings College area and is easy to access with its own parking lot. When I walked up, I was very impressed. It is so cute and welcoming! There's a bar at the front when you walk in and you're immediately greeted by smiling faces. The face that greeted me belonged to Brian. (I hope it's with an I and not a Y...sorry if not!) He immediately sat me for my solo reservation and made sure I understood the concept and menu and gave me some time to look it over. They are only open from 5-9 and I arrived at 7:15pm. Nearly everything is made fresh in house (even the ravioli are hand stuffed...wow) and Brian couldn't give the chef enough props for what she does there every day. I ordered the chicken empanada, camarones (shrimp), and mini hamburguesas as well as a caipirinha (alcoholic drink). Tapas are small plates, almost like appetizers, and although the servings are not large, the flavors are so rich it feels like they are! Everything made me do a "happy dance" and I even saved the sauce from my shrimp to dip my burger in. It didn't need it at all, but I couldn't let the sauce go! The empanada...jeez. I wish I remembered to take a photo before I dove in. And the mini burgers...Immaculate. The ambiance is so welcoming. I ended up speaking to every diner around me and even got to talk to another foodie couple who traveled there from some towns over after discovering MVD on a prior visit. They told me something I already knew as well: I'll be back to try the things I missed because YOU CANT GO WRONG! Sal, Brian, and there was a woman at the front as well were all great. And they have a promotion where you send a postcard to anyone you want after your meal. So cute!! I will def visit MVD EVERY time I come to Wilkes-Barre and support them bringing new flavors to the town. I can't rave enough!

Basement bar under a 24 hour diner. Smells of stale cigarette smoke. Red wine? One old bottle of…read moreLambrusco. This is a late night joint for casino refugees. If you want to grab one last drink before slitting your wrists, this place may convince you of the wisdom of that choice.

A cocktail lounge under a DINER!!!…read more cheap drinks groovy tunes What more could you WANT?!?! This is a must see throwback lounge

Again, Jonathan and his staff (manager Nik, Exec Chef Wendy and Pastry Chef Melissa) have amazed us…read morewith a dinner worthy of Philly or New York. Perfectly prepared as usual and served by an appropriately attentive staff, AND as has been their practice imodified incredibly well to my food allergy needs. This evening I had the salmon and my wife had the lamb chop appetizer and the duck (which is not, in any way "wierd" as described above but, rather, delicious). Each of these dishes was prepared to perfection and beautifully presented. We can't wait to go back again.

Dinner with a group. Ordered the seared Yellowfin Tuna with fries and a vegetable. The tuna was…read moredry, hard, and tasteless. Probably not bad if you were a cat. The fries were very good. When asked if I liked the tuna, I responded "no". The waitress offered to take it off the check, which I thought was the right thing to do. When I got home I saw two charges on my credit card. One was for the amount I signed for in the restaurant which included the removal of the tuna from the bill. HOWEVER, there was a second charge on my card for what suspiciously looked to be the amount of the tuna item that was supposedly removed from the bill. Still checking on it, but doesn't look to be quite what I agreed to. I certainly wouldn't recommend the tuna, and would caution you to double check your credit card statement after dining at his place. Others seemed to enjoy their food, but this is just my experience.

I loved it! Very unique. My eyes took a while to adjust to the dark, but my burger was delicious,…read moreand top shelf Manhattan was terrific! Service was quick and very friendly. I'm definitely going back!

Four of us visited on a Saturday evening with reservations. We parked on the street, but there is…read morealso a parking garage nearby. It's a really interesting ambiance with many unique picture opportunities. They are really creative with the array of craft cocktails offered and they are really tasty. The Tarot is one of my favorites, and it comes with a tarot card that you pick yourself! I started with a french fry app called the Scranton Strangler and it was amazing! It was a generous portion with lots of toppings. For an entree I got the steak flatbread which smelled incredible and tasted just as good. My friend got the Buffalo mac and cheese that came in a skull and another got the holy cow Burger, which came in a church shadow box. I tried the apple crisp dessert, which was apple, orange and cranberry that came in a cornmeal type crust that was really good. Service was top notch and this is definitely a place I would visit again.

Really is the best restaurant in all of Scranton. The service is impeccable. The food is…read moreoutstanding. And the atmosphere is perfect. If you need a place to go for a birthday an anniversary or just because you're hungry this is the place.

The pizza here was really good. I would definitely get it again. We got the pickled pizza and it…read morereally tasted unique. The crust was nice and crispy. I could definitely taste the pickle in there too. We also got the Japanese pancake, which was really good to add a good amount of flavor to it. I was unique from the pizza and it didn't feel like they were reusing different flavors and drinks. They were also very flavorful and good. I definitely see myself coming here again.

Order takeout and got the cheesy loaded home fries, and there are many Matcha cheesecake. Both were…read moreabsolutely incredible. I really liked that they packed the liquid cheese separately from the home fries for transit. Will be ordering again.

Definitely one of the better brunch options in NEPA, with fun, quirky, eclectic decor…read more They do NOT take reservations and it can get busy, but we waited 5-10 minutes for a table for 2 on a recent busy holiday Friday around 1p. The extensive menu features a variety of brunch options, salads, and sandwiches. Their veggie options are a bit limited, but definitely present (ex: falafel salad, avocado toast), and many of the dishes feature unique combinations and homemade sauces/aiolis. I landed on the Smoked Salmon Avocado toast, which was fine. I was disappointed that it seemed to be made with prepackaged guacamole/avocado (I'm sure for cost reasons), and the bread was pretty thick so it was challenging to eat. Flavor-wise, it was solid, but I think I'll try one of the other, more creative options next time. My cousin chose their turkey sandwich and seemed to enjoy. It was large enough that she took half home! Our food arrived before our matcha lattes, so we wound up asking for to-go cups. The matcha itself was delicious, though sweeter than we anticipated (in retrospect, we should have realized that a "white chocolate lavender matcha macchiato" would be pretty sweet!).