Met a friend for Wednesday happy hour at the bar and stayed through dinner, and honestly I'm not…read moresure why the rating here sits so low -- our experience was excellent across the board. From the happy hour menu, the sliders, tuna nachos, and brussels sprouts were all very good -- special kudos to the brussels sprouts, which we went back for a second round of. Off the regular menu, the lobster bites were the standout: lightly breaded fried lobster, good enough to impress even though I'd just come from a week in Maine. The meatloaf was also excellent. The atmosphere is somewhat classy, the service was good, and the bartender was friendly. I'd definitely come back.

We had a bizarrely mixed experience at the Pullman…read more The pretty decor implies fine dining, but when you look more closely you see scuff marks on the dirty floor, fingerprint smudges on the light fixtures, dust over the ledges, and dusty cheap candles from the dollar store. The food quality and prices were equally uneven. The very small portioned chicken dish (priced the same as the wagyu meatloaf) was dry and flavorless, and seemed as if it had been barely reheated in the microwave. The star of the meal was the meatloaf: perfectly seasoned with the most delicious, moist, and tender texture. But this dish was served with a very strange rubbery bacon covering some asparagus. The potato puree was very well executed, not gummy or over whipped, but silky and delicate. Strangely, the vegetables were also highlights: perfectly crisp grilled asparagus and Brussels sprouts. The most offensive dish of the evening was the dessert in the form of an apple crumb described as "flaky" and "buttery." I am not exaggerating when I say that this tasted like an Ikea cafeteria dessert that had been stuck in the display case for a month. Truly the most abominable, rubbery, dense, dry dessert I've ever had. I'm shocked they had the audacity to serve this. Service was mostly excellent, but we were confused as to why another table had the specials recited to them when we didn't. Perhaps this is decent place for happy hour, but I wouldn't recommend a full meal here.

The zucchini chips are excellent. We ordered the gnocchi tonight - it was so good. They make it…read morethere. It was very light and delicious. Service is always excellent. The atmosphere is always casual and relaxing.

This was our first time at Avalon, Bryn Mawr- I won't be back. It is so LOUD in there! And the…read moretables are too close together, the meal of the person next to us was in our face. They put St. Germain in their Aperol Spritz - even when they made a second one without it- the drink was not great. No flavor , no Prosecco. I got the no bun hamburger salad - basically a burger with cheddar cheese plopped on a salad. Positives - fried mozzarella was great and my husband had this chocolate bomb for dessert and he said that was excellent. I am going back to our stand bys, Exit 13 and Alessandro's in Wayne.

Ate here again tonight for the second time. As much as we loved the first meal, this meal was…read moresomehow...better. Service: each person with whom we interacted (hosts, manager, food runners and especially our server...she was fantastic). Food: For the table, we got Calamari: very light and crispy, but the meat was nice and tender Pepperoni and soppressata pizza: excellent, with an amazing sauce, sausage and crispy outside tender inside crust. Dinner: The kids both got the Rigatoni Vodka. This is what I had the first time we visited. It was just as delicious. Packed with flavor and the sausage was perfect. Tender, and just a touch of heat. My wife got the Gemelli. A pistachio pesto - this was probably the best pesto I've ever tasted. Creamy, fill of flavor and a touch of acid that brightened it up nicely. Incredible. I got the Bucatini Amatriciana. Pomodoro sauce with guanciale. Blew me away. The pomodoro was unbelievably well balanced. Exact amount of sweetness, slightly acidic and the guanciale brought the salty note, in the form of crispy crunchy bacon flavor, but surprisingly tender. Blown away. We had to try dessert. Tiramisu: it was as good as expected. Very well made Vanilla Panna Cotta: this was exceptional (like pretty much the rest of the meal) delicate and creamy, and a huckleberry compote (?) that was insanely good. A touch of salt was in there to make it positively sing. I could not more highly recommend giving this place a try. Absolutely the whole package. Loved it and will be back!

Carina Sorella was soooooo worth the drive!…read more We started with the calamari , it was perfectly prepared, beautifully seasoned and served with a lemony aioli that was delicious. For my main course, I had a crispy fried chicken cutlet topped with a perfectly dressed Caesar salad (not on the menu but absolutely worth asking for). I believe it was around $31 and worth every bite. The frosé was spot on too but order it as soon as you sit down so it has time to reach that perfect consistency. The service was amazing . Everything was on point. I'll definitely be back!

I came in with some friends one late afternoon/early evening, and it was a really fun spot. Not…read moreall that big inside, but a really friendly vibe inside, very small town like with some historic charm with all the decorations. There's a strange-looking critter up top along with just random stuff riddled around the bar, and a bunch of popular beers on tap. All the staff were really friendly (shout out to Kevin!), and they were on top of keeping drinks filled. I also ordered some food - a double smash burger and some fries. Both were really tasty - that burger was really juicy! Great fixings on that burger, but it's a bit on the small side, so if hungry, probably a good idea to order the extra patty. Fries were really good too. They take cash or card, and they hold on to your card in a cup near the register until you close out - not what I've usually seen, but makes sense, I suppose. I'd return for another hangout with the guys! Kevin, come toss some discs with us!

Roache & O'Brien opened in 1933, right at the tail end of Prohibition. For nearly a century, it has…read moreremained a no-frills sanctuary on Lancaster Avenue. While a change in ownership occurred recently, the new team has wisely kept the "time capsule" vibe intact--think dark wood, dim lighting, and a total lack of pretension. The kitchen doesn't try to reinvent the wheel, and that's exactly why people love it. The Burgers: Often cited as some of the best in the area, these are classic, juicy bar burgers. They recently introduced a "smash burger" style that has been winning over even the most stubborn regulars. The Cheesesteaks: You won't find any touristy gimmicks here. These are authentic, local-style cheesesteaks--perfectly chopped meat, plenty of cheese, and served on a roll that actually holds up to the grease. This is a Philly sports bar to its core. The walls are adorned with years of sports memorabilia, and when the Eagles are playing, the atmosphere is electric. It's the neighborhood's unofficial living room for Sunday games. You'll find multi-generational fans shouting at the TVs, cold domestic drafts in hand, and a level of camaraderie that you only get in a place that's been around for 90+ years.

Well, first, the place is stunning! And if you love dogs, you're gonna really love the White Dog…read moreTavern. (I'll leave that for you to experience). The food is exquisite - the Kenneth Square mushroom soup was lovely, and the spicy Lamb Bolognese was incomparable! I'm a good cook and I was so impressed by this dish... Our server was new, but very sweet and really went out of his way to be helpful. The business is farm to table, sustainably grown within 50 miles of the restaurant. I really like that. All in all, I highly recommend this place. It's not cheap, but it's worth it.

I love White Dog. Every time I've been here it doesn't disappoint. I love the atmosphere at White…read moreDog. It's elegant but has a cozy feel. Service is always terrific. For dinner on this most recent visit I had the spicy Thai steak salad. I loved it. The steak was tender and delicious. The salad had good heat without being overwhelming. My friend had a burger that looked amazing. I tried her truffle fries and they were very good. I've eaten here a bunch and I will be back again!

Tavern style food. Low key but tasty. Had a chicken sandwich that came with fries. Atmosphere was…read moreclean and bright with a bunch of TVs. The other side was a sit down bar. The waitress was friendly and the food came out quick. Would return if I'm in the area again.

Garrett Hill Ale House has stuck in there for years, after the previous restaurants in the same…read morebuilding vanished as quickly as they started. They are open from 4PM on all days except Sunday, when they have their delicious brunch. Their beer list is EXTENSIVE. They have plenty of local and not so local brews. You can also build your own 6-pack to go. They have a great dinner menu. Think sandwiches, burgers, ribs, wings. Really good too, not just pub style. The brunch menu is big. Once our table of 8 ordered different items from the brunch menu, and no one got the same thing. The chicken & waffles and French Connection (French toast) are my favorites. They also have a build-your-own Bloody Mary station. Sometimes the mimosas have a station as well, and that includes liquor-infused gummy bears. Those are good days! Check out this Garrett Hill neighborhood gem!

It was a cold day and we weren't able to get into lunch at Turning Point and were looking for a…read moreplace where we could be served and not order at a counter. We decided to stop at The Grog Grill which I had only been to once before in the 23 years I've lived in the area. I recalled that at that time, the Grog burger had been named best of the Main Line so I tried it and thought it was definitely not the best burger. The service was excellent, the pub environment was pub-like, we were seated at a high top at the back of the restaurant and next to a door to to the outside which made it very cold! I wore my heavy coat the entire meal. Cobb salad - 3/5, I think it's hard to mess up a cobb salad, but this was just okay. Tons of bacon bits and not a lot of salad greens, almost like a deconstructed salad which is weird for pub food. Mushroom flat bread - 3/5, just okay What redeemed our lunch was that when we asked for the check, our lovely server told us that the older gentleman at the bar had taken care of it along with the checks for several other patrons that day. That's never happened to me before! I will need to pay it forward...just maybe not at The Grog Grill.

Very good place , server was very pleasant, the place has an Irish atmosphere! I had Irish beef…read morestew ! Beef was very tender , enjoyed it , Katie has cheese steak n fries , the fries were done just right . We got pup pretzels for an appetizer , they were also done just right . This was 2 nd time I was there , so you know I liked it ! And will go again when in the area !

Pretty good happy hour deals at the bar. The bartenders are very nice and provide great service…read more The food was ok. Reasonably priced.

Gullifty's has been a Main Line family-owned mainstay for many years. I've been dining there for a…read morelong time. Over the years, the quality of the food has remained high. The menu changes from time to time, but you can never go wrong with their fabulous salads, pizzas or cheesesteaks. Also, special shout-out to their hometown desserts!! Servers are always friendly, and the restaurant has a fun sports-bar vibe. I hope to go back again soon!

Went on a Monday night, barely anyone in the bar. Service was great. Smash burger was really yummy…read moreas was the chicken quesadilla.

Decent enough local bar that serves decent enough food. This is not fine dining, but bar food and…read morebar food does have its place in our hearts and diet. A good place to head to.

We met friends on a Saturday afternoon whose daughter is a Villanova graduate with fond memories of…read moreKelly's. We were greeted by Johanna from behind the bar. There are several high tops with 4 chairs, a few tables with 4 chairs, and stools at the bar. There are several TVs playing different sporting events. It's a fun vibe. We had many drinks as well as trying appetizers like fried pickles, French fries, wings, and pretzel bites. The manager Jojo was also very friendly and helpful. Both Johanna and Jojo made everyone feel welcome and happy. The same owner also has The Garret Hill Alehouse and Flip & Bailey's. We have been to The Garrett Hill Alehouse many times, and we will be returning to Kelly's for their great hospitality.

Says open on Google Maps/yelp, went to eat not once but twice and doors were locked and shut…read more Update the hours or figure it out. Very disappointing