Ended up stopping in here on a business trip just by chance, given it's a little bit off the beaten…read morepath, but well worth it. The main guy Franco, was an excellent host and you can tell just by sitting there lots of regulars know him by name and he's extremely well-versed in options to suggest. As a result, I ended up getting the zuppa di mare and a Moscow mule, both of which were fantastic and will definitely be back!

My husband and I dine at Nonno's frequently and the food is fantastic…read more The service is top notch and very friendly. Enjoy Franco stopping by our table to check on everything.

This is old school style .. think 1950s, with dark, rich wallpaper & rugs, where you sit and enjoy…read moreslow-paced, fine dining. The food was exceptional - I finally found a restaurant with an actual chef who knows what they are doing. We split the scallops with key lime, three to a plate and massive. He had the crab cakes: Maryland style; lump crab bound with just enough breadcrumb to hold together. Lemon beurre blanc was perfect. I had veal marsala: delicious and tender. The only demerit was the vegetables were undercooked, but not by much. Will go again when it's in-season to see what's changed (and when it's actually lake weather).

Just amazing. Summer so we ate out on the deck. Staff turned on the warmers and the sunset was…read moregorgeous. Everything from appetizer, said, soup, meat, pasta, dessert was like the best I've ever had if that thing. The staff is great. Don't be in a hurry they won't rush you it's a family operation. Very laid back. Chef comes out to greet everyone. We can't wait to go back.

Took my best friend to her favorite restaurant, Frank's Place in Simpson for her 50th birthday…read moredinner and WOW. From the second we walked in, the staff made us feel like VIPs. Warm, attentive service without hovering...exactly what you want for a special night. We started with the fried calamari and shrimp cocktails. Calamari was golden, tender, zero rubbery pieces, and the shrimp cocktail was huge, fresh, and perfectly chilled. Already a win. For mains, we went all out: Ribeye Steak cooked to a perfect medium-rare with a great sear, Rack of Lamb that was tender and seasoned beautifully, Lobster Crab & Seafood Fra Diavolo with just the right kick, and the Crab & Shrimp Spinach Fettuccine was creamy, packed with seafood, and didn't skimp on the crab. Every plate came out hot and every bite was spot-on. Portions are generous, vibe is cozy but still feels special enough for a 50th, and they even helped us make the birthday moment memorable. No rushed tables, no attitudejust great food and genuine hospitality. If you're in Simpson or driving through, Frank's Place is worth the stop. We'll be back with more friends in tow. Thanks for making her 50th so perfect!

Lots of options on Frank's menu. Food was good today but can be inconsistent. Service was good and…read morewaiter was attentive and food came out in appropriate amount of time. Definitely a good place if you have a big group and want options of several types of food.

Very delicious and very nicely decorated. Staff is very friendly and the overall mood of the…read morerestaurant is very pleasant.

Casa Bella restaurant is a fabulous restaurant!!! First and foremost the owner Sammy is a terrific…read moreperson!!! He is very friendly and attentive and runs a top notch operation. The serve is fantastic and the entire staff is very friendly and attentive. The food is out of this world!!! The stuffed mushrooms, eggplant rollitine, burrata, calamari is DELICIOUS!!! The penne vodka with chicken or shrimp is fantastic!!! The chicken San Marco, beef short ribs, salmon in mustard sauce, veal parmigiana are superb!!! The desserts are wonderful especially the tiramisu, the Tortufo bomba and spumoni bombshell are excellent!!! The ambiance is absolutely gorgeous!!! The glass dining room makes you feel like you're in New York!!! I can't say enough out this restaurant!!! This is my families favorite restaurant!!! Scranton is very lucky to have such a phenominal restaurant!!!!

By far the best restaurant we dined in during our Poconos vacation. Walking in, we quickly realized…read morewe were in a hot spot because the place was busy for a Tuesday night in September. Despite not having a reservation, we were able to be seated. But I do suggest planning ahead and reserving a table. Especially if you visit during high season. Anyhow, the service was excellent. Our server, Sam was extremely attentive. She explained the menu to you and shared some recommendations. We started out with a Caesar salad to share and knew right then that the servings would be ample! The kitchen was kind enough to split the salad for us between two plates and I'd have thought just half was shareable. But lucky us, plenty to indulge. We absolutely LOVED the dressing but found it a slight tad heavy handed. If we make it back, we'd definitely ask for dressing on the side. But nonetheless we appreciated the authentic Caesar dressing complete with anchovy paste. For entrees we had the penne vodka with sausage and shrimp 360. Both plates were big enough to feed an army and made for nice left overs. But make no mistake, both were delicious! Hit it out of the park, delicious! And beautiful al denté pasta. This meal really hit the spot. Even though we were completely stuffed, we managed to find room for homemade pumpkin cheesecake! I don't say this lightly, but it was hands down the best slice of cheesecake I've ever had. We couldn't stop raving about out it! This is a great restaurant to visit when visiting the Poconos. The setting was elegant in an understated way while being incredibly cozy! I think it would be great for larger groups but also intimate enough for couples.

Basso Cucina Italiana is an Italian restaurant and wine bar that opened in Cresco, Pennsylvania in…read moreJuly 2010. It was founded by members of the Pipolo family, including Bill Jr. and his wife Kim. The Pipolo family, including father Bill Sr. and mother Fabiana, had moved to the Poconos area from the Bronx, New York in 1984. Bill Sr. had a construction business which sons Bill Jr. and Peter worked in after graduating from high school. Bill Jr. first had some experience in the hospitality business when he owned the Calico Kitchen in Canadensis. When a location formerly home to Harrison's Tavern became available, the Pipolo family acquired it with the intention of turning it into an authentic Italian restaurant. The whole building was completely redesigned to resembled a trattoria in an Italian mountain village. Basso became a full Pipolo family endeavor. Even the grandchildren can be seen greeting guests and bussing tables from time to time. Bill Jr. and Peter later purchased the former Jagermeister German restaurant down the street and turned it into the PourHouse Neighborhood Bar & Grille after a renovation. My family and I visited Basso for dinner on a recent trip to the Poconos. We had previously visited the Pipolos' other restaurant, The PourHouse, and were excited to try their take on authentic Italian fare. The interior was nice and cozy. After looking over the menu, my wife and I decided to start out with some cocktails. I had the "Limoncello Spritzer" while she had the "Peach Berry Pink Sangria". Both were very refreshing! For our entrees, I had the "Pork Chop Di Parma" (juicy 12-oz. pork chop topped with prosciutto and red wine demi-glaze served over risotto), my wife had the "Cherry Red Shrimp" (sautéed shrimp with garlic, cherry tomatoes in a fresh basil butter sauce over linguine), our older son had "Tortelloni with a Pink Sauce", and our younger son had "Baked Ziti". Although the wait for the food was a little long, it was well worth it because everything was to die for! Our server was also very friendly and helpful. It's also worth noting that parking is very limited, so definitely try to stop in on the early side. We had an excellent experience at Basso and give them our seal of approval!

Food was very good. Had Stuffed Sole and Rigatoni Bolognese . The service was spot on. I will…read moredefinitely return. Not a huge menu , but you definitely won't have a problem finding something on their menu, and its all home made

Wow! What a pleasant shock to have off the side of the…read morefreeway, tucked in behind Subway. Worth the stop. It's an even paced, smooth atmosphere. The service is excellent and the food is delicious. We had the linguine, the chicken Parmesan and the sole topped with crab meat, smothered in a champagne cream sauce. There wasn't anything left on our plates. I loved the fact their menu was not overwhelming with every possible Italian dish you could think of. It was thoughtful constructed to present the top favorites of Italian cuisine and they have mastered each dish.

Carbondale, PA. Nov, 2024. Disappointed to report that, after serving the community for 60:years,…read moreNikki's at the Ben-Mar is permanently closed, as of Nov. 8, 2024. We drove by it today (Nov 26), and it appeared closed. This was confirmed on their website and on Facebook, as well as multiple family members.

We were not happy with either of our 2 entrées and appetizers. Even the the bread basket was under…read morepar with 2 pieces of stale white bread. I've been curious about this place for quite some time and now we know. We won't be back. The waitress and bartender were dolls!!