The owners/management were incredibly rude and argumentative, and the experience was completely unacceptable. A 14-year-old girl was having her birthday dinner with friends. They had a reservation and arrived on time. The girls were polite, respectful, and ate their food, but didn't finish everything because the portions were large. When the waitress offered boxes, they declined. The hostess questioned about why they "didn't like the food" and proceeded to yell at the waitress next to their table, which embarrassed the girls. Then, Less than an hour after their reservation began,they texted me that they were almost finished and to come pay the bill, which is what wr had agreed on. They texted me three separate times, over 12 minutes. The first text when they finished eating, the second when the table cleared and the third when they got the bill. From the first text to my arrival was exactly 17 minutes (I have text receipts and timestamps). I arrived only 5 minutes after the bill was given but by that time, the girls had already been kicked from their table and told to wait in the back near the kitchen staff. They had only been waiting a few minutes but looked so embarrassed when I got there! I went to pay and i asked the hostess when is it ever OK to kick paying customers from their table. the standard dinner reservation is a 90-minute window. The girls had been there under an hour, and it had been 17 minutes since their plates were cleared. The hostess claimed they "needed the table," which made no sense given the timing. I replied that it's not ok to do that to the kids and they would never have treated grown adults like that. the hostess slammed the checkbook shut and told me to get out. Don't even pay just get out! So we left! When we reached the parking lot that hostess ran after us yelling that she changed her mind saying she was "tired of covering everyone's bill" and threatened to call the police. I was happy to pay and reminded her that she's the one who told us to leave! She argued the entire time with me saying the she "didn't kick them outside, just asked to wait In the back" This was humiliating for a group of respectful young girls celebrating a birthday and was completely unprofessional behavior from management. What kind of place treats their customers like this? read more

I second a lot of the reviews, great Little spot, excellent menu and good Italian options, hard to choose with such a big menu! Service was great, super Friendly and welcoming! Not a lot of space, so reservations are good, and BYOB! read more

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. I can't say enough good things about Frankie Fellini's! This charming little Italian gem is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic, homestyle Italian cuisine. Family-owned and family-run, the warmth and hospitality of the servers make you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. Now, I have to warn you--this place is cozy! It can get a bit snug, but trust me, it's all part of the charm. Plus, the generous portions will leave you feeling more than satisfied! I've seen countless reviews raving about Frankie's being one of the best Italian spots on the Main Line, and I wholeheartedly agree! I absolutely adore their Caesar salad, mouthwatering meatballs, and delicious chicken dishes. I can't wait to try their veal chop, which I've heard is simply outstanding, even if it is on the pricier side. Just a tip: be sure to bring cash and prepare to leave feeling full and oh-so-happy! If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience, Frankie Fellini's is the place to be! read more

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Fabulous food but I recommend getting it to go. We had a reservation but still had to wait 20 minutes to get seated because it was packed. It's a very small location and you are squished in like a can of sardines. It's incredibly loud and overwhelming. Service was ok. They were very friendly but so busy that it took a long time for anyone to come to our table. It's clearly family run and they work their butts off. It's BYOB which is great. The specials offered were great and had a wide variety of options. Bruschetta- good but very garlicky. The shredded parm on top is great. Cesar salad is amazing. Fresh and creamy with anchovies paste and good parm cheese. One of the best I've ever had. Super fresh croutons with crunch and soft too Aranchibi was mushy and didn't have much flavor. Rigitoni is good but very Al dente. The famous meatball was tough and over cooked. Lots of pepper. Chicken parm was good and tender. Not much chicken and a lot of breading. Came with tons of spaghetti. Overall had great flavor. read more

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Our family has been coming here for years. the food is fantastic and consistent every time. We know the staff and they are awesome! Frankie the owner treats us like gold every time we're there! read more

So let me put it in perspective, we showed up with 14 people , with a reservation, of course and the place seats maybe 35. Valerie was our server and was beyond extraordinary. My suggestion is skip the bread, really, and not because it's fresh and tasty, you will need the room. Appetizers were absolutely amazing. The bruschetta brought a tear to my eyes with shaved parm and fresh garlic... heavenly. Not forgetting the meatballs and calamari. As far as entrees, super fresh and generous. Everyone took at least half home TLDR: want an amazing meal and a ton of memories, this is your spot read more

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Excellent service, very classy family joint. Food is delicious, simple, loaded with true Italian flavor but simple like good Italian should be. Gorgonzola Gnocchi was phenomenal as is the chicken parm and meatballs. read more

The veal was incredible! Super tender and the sauce was extremely fresh and fragrant. Great corner Italian spot when in the area! BYOB read more

Frankie's Fellini Cafe - Veal Parmigiana and The Best Veal Chop on the Main - Italian Near Me - Berwyn, Pennsylvania

While busy, the service was glacial. My penne was excellent, but getting dinner at 8:30 with 7:15 reservations is a bit much. My impression was that locals get better service. Money is money, no. read more

Stopped in for dinner and their entree special was Tripe and chorizo sausage in a marinara sauce. Now seriously, what restaurant has Tripe on their menu? Why Frankie's Fellini Cafe of course. And by the way, it was delicious! Thank you Frankie. Please call ahead for reservations. There was a one hour wait for a table tonight. read more

Frankie's Fellini Cafe - The best ravioli I have eaten in 75 years! - Italian Near Me - Berwyn, Pennsylvania

Great tasting food. When you eat in you can bring your own bottle of wine. We love this.

Only tried the cannolis but they were incredible. The people there are awesome, very friendly. It a perfect little hole in the wall. Definitely will have to go back for dinner sometime. read more

Numbering system on menu is a trip. You need to ask about the missing #'s. The MUST TRY is broccoli rabe, meatball, longhot entree - it's killer and have enough for dinner next day. Fried Meatballs are light and on point. Just like Nonna's. The pasta dishes can feed an army so be prepared to take home several boxes especially if ordering Sunday Sauce Just like Grandmom's. Nothing compares. BYOB so come prepared. Close tables - you'll feel like family style setting even with other guests at next table. Veal chop 3 ways is sure to satisfy even the fussiest eater. Always satisfied. Service hustles all night. Parking tight. read more

It's actually been a long time since I was at Frankie's. Everything was great; the food, the service, the atmosphere. I was just passing through the area and I struck up a conversation with the owner and his daughter. They made me feel very welcome. Then to top it off I had the best cannoli I've ever had. If I'm ever on the main line again I'll have to stop by to see how things are these days. read more

Food is average and always has been. Prices have risen higher. One salad and two entrees was $78. Far too many tables for any diner to be comfortable. There are so many other italian options to consider. read more

Franke is always very accommodating. The menu is very extensive. This is South Philly Italian. Restaurants beats Berwyn on the mainline. read more

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Wow! Wow! Wow! I will not be reviewing the quality of Frankie's food, service or ambiance. I am enthusiastically recommending Frankie's based solely on Frankie's character alone. Friends ordered food to be delivered to us from Frankie's during a family medical emergency. During our delivery Frankie was so kind, caring and sympathetic, he personally touched us emotionally. He demonstrated such a complete caring and kindness for total strangers during a difficult time, that I am TOTALLY recommending Frankie's solely based upon Frankie's kindness. (Oh, and the food was outstanding too!) Thank you. read more

Food was good (chicken parm and pasta with Alfredo). The guy at the front counter was super nice and friendly so I would go back.

It's amazing that Frankies can deliver such amazing Italian food from this small storefront. This Saturday night the indoor seating was packed and they had probably 10 to-go orders lined up when I arrived. Wish I took photos of the food so you could see the huge portion of homemade lasagne decked with melted mozzarella and loaded with fresh delicious tomato sauce - thx for not skimping. We also ordered an appetizer size eggplant parm - amazing, and so generous we will have another half for leftovers. If you've ever tried at home, making a great eggplant parm is a ton of work. That's why we so appreciate delivering on this order! Great local spot with genuine people delivering authentic Italian cuisine that only your grandmother could make. Five stars and two thumbs up! Thank you for doing what you do best! read more

Frankie's Fellini Cafe - Italian Near Me - Berwyn, Pennsylvania

Stopped in for a b-day dinner and all I can is wow! Great meal Great staff Atmosphere awesome ! Hope to be back soon! read more

Tried them for the first time for takeout during COVID quarantine. We were overcharged $10 for 2 entrees and a side. Were told correct price in person, signed credit card receipt for that price, but then charged $10 more. Emailed through their website, no reply. Called a week later and were told the owner would call back, but 2 hours later no call so we called again. Owner, Frank, said the credit card company just does that and has been for about 2 years now. No apology, no offer to refund for the fraud. Had to drive in to get $10 refund in cash, and was shamed by owner for pursuing fair treatment to actually take him up on getting back the stolen money. Won't be back. read more

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We love the place they have Excellent food and wonderful wait staff. You get Large portions.

The tables are very close together, but the food was superb. Also, I'm confused with reviewers complaining about the service -- could not have been more accommodating. If you enjoy authentic Italian this is the spot in the Berwyn/Paoli area. read more

Always great flavors and portions. Although somewhat crowded, definitely worth it. Terrific for take- out orders, too.

We've waited an hour for our food to PICK UP. The service is horrendous and the staff is very disrespectful. They have no understanding of customer service. Used to be my favorite but this place has really fallen off. Awful Experience. read more

This is the type of place I would have never found without Yelp. I travel to the area for business. First off the service was exceptional and the food was even better. I had stuffed shells, the sauce was excellent and cheesy just as it should be. I also had a salad which was fresh and crisp and the home made blue cheese dressing was second to none. I find it extremely important to help small businesses during these most difficult times however everyone had a smile on their face. There steady flow of carry out was good to see and the owner told me how amazing their local community had been during the pandemic. read more

Frankie's Fellini Cafe - Cheese always pleases - Italian Near Me - Berwyn, Pennsylvania

HOLLY COW!!!!! I didn't choose this restaurant, but it was highly talked about by my hosts in Havertown!!! Of the hundreds of yelp reviews and thousands of meals out in my life, coupled with almost 40 years in the restaurant business, I proclaim this my absolute most crave-able dining experience!!! Authenticity rules here and I imagine recipes have been handed down through the generations or skillfully created in that kitchen that I will from this point on refer to as "Heaven" Service was fine and its byo, and the live music was entertaining, that part was just great but it's the food that's the real star here! From The peppers, that were perfect, amazing bread, That salad with the meatball and parmesan was unbelievable and Gnocchi, and all the bites I got my friends to give up. Dessert was great including the Ice cream stuffed pizzele I left wowed and still am. I will miss my friends that brought me there but I will also miss Frankies!!!!!! read more

Frankie's Fellini Cafe - Italian Near Me - Berwyn, Pennsylvania

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Small Restaurant with Extraordinary Food. Fellini is in an unassuming location, across from the Berwyn train station in a small strip. The interior is packed with people, all with smiles, sharing plates with friends. The service is prompt. You may be treated to Frankie's serenade depending on when you go. I'm looking forward to Christmas Eve's Feast of the Seven Fishes. read more

Food is great whether dining in or out Amazed how smoothly take out works when used They beat the others Good choice read more

A cute neighborhood restaurant with authentic Italian food. The inside is small and somewhat cramped but no big deal. Food was overall good, kind of pricey. read more

Frankie's Fellini Cafe - Mussels - Italian Near Me - Berwyn, Pennsylvania

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Always delicious! Love all his pasta selections, his meatballs, and their salads! Fun to eat in- but take out is always excellent too.

Amazing 3 hours of just a relaxed evening! Thanks Angela and Lisa! Food was delicious, starting with the steamy bread, freshness loaded bruschetta, awesome eggplant parmigiana and last but not least the tiramisu.. It's a byob, pair your evening with a fun bottle of rosé! Saluti read more

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the food was really good! I see some people ragging on the size buts it's a cafe, the Ambiance and atmosphere lends itself to the experience. Had a live singer there too. great for a date night or to sit there with your uncle and stuff your face with good italian eats read more

As soon as we sat down we were presented the specials, even before we received our beverages? Muscles were very good Bread was horrible Braciole was inedible Service was rushed No desserts were offered, they couldn't wait to turn our table of 7. Will visit their relatives restaurants, they are much better. Sorry Frankie, you have to do better. read more

We typically go every Sunday evening for dinner. The staff and food are outstanding. We have never been disappointed in the service or meals. If it is very busy sometimes the server will apologize for the service being slower than normal. It is never too long. The countless dishes on the menu are too numerous to mention bc everything is outstanding. Frankie and his staff do everything to make people feel welcome. The prices are fair and typically there is a significant amount to take away. Cannot recommend highly enough. read more

Visited here while in town for my son's move in at Villanova. Service was awful. Had one waitress on the floor and one who was behind the counter handling to go orders. We walked in. Weren't greeted. Had a reservation. Sat and sat before we had to get up and get our own menus. Girl behind counter finally finished her to go orders long enough to come over and take our order. Waited for forever to get our food. Food was average. Pasta was drenched in sauce. The topper to the whole night was they charge $2.75 to use a credit card!!!! Most places prefer credit cards versus cash. We will not return. Very disappointing. read more

Love this family restaurant. You gotta know what you're getting into. Small kitchen and small place. Family owned and operated. Frank drives from south Philly everyday. Love everything about this place read more

Tried this place years ago. Food overpriced and average. Same today as years ago. I had the ravioli and it was the same quality as a place in Paoli that we go to - but is double the price as the place in Paoli. And don't order takeout with one of the food apps. Our order was ready over an hour after it said it was ready for pickup on the app. read more

What a great find!!! Amazing food amazing staff. While waiting or the rest of my party they delivered the most incredible bruschetta!!!! Heads up it is BYOB if you would like an adult beverage but everyone is very helpful! Hope to be back soon read more

Frankie' is all original Italian food. Great sauces to go with great entrees. Salads and desserts are also big hits His specials are always the best His team also provides great service read more