We've been to Departure multiple times and enjoyed the experiences…read more Our first time was a larger group of 8. Minimal feedback. With a large group, it's important to upsell. If there's 8 people, and we order 2 orders of a dish that has a quantity of two pieces in the dish, tell us it has two pieces in it. We would order more at the time. Yes we could have ordered more when it arrives, but let us know, so we can make that decision in realtime which affects our entire order. Staff: Wonderful wonderful! As a restaurant working alum, I see all the hard work that everyone is doing. The small things that make a difference, to larger gestures. The hostesses having table wedges if a table is wobbly. A manager walking around greeting people and asking about their experience. Their kickass drink runner who never spills a drop when the drinks are filled to the very top. And the friendly waitstaff and food runners. Management: Once we were there and it was slammed. But they never missed a beat. However, management walked around and apologized to people for the wait because their online system wasn't working (we honestly didn't even think anything was awry) and comped something for a bunch of tables. Class act! Food: Always excellent. We try something new every time we are there and it never disappoints. FYI try their pasta. Beautiful! Drinks: We always order from their specialty cocktail section and they are always on point.

A very attractive "airport lounge" welcomed us ... the only problem we were not in a rush to catch…read moreour next flight but the small plates kept flying onto our small tight table before we even had enough time to finish what had been placed before us previously much less enjoy a conversation with each other. And, the plates remained once we hurriedly ate the food the "airline" pushed in front of us. The soups were delicious with the French Dip layered with thinly sliced beef (It was called a French Dip after all.) soaking in a rich onion influced broth accompanied by a soaked brioche crouton covered in melty provolone. The Butternut Squash Bisque flavored with asiago was definitely a winner too but before our soup course was 1/2 finished and with our Mediterranean Platter's tabouleh still showing its colors and enough hummus to later lead our waitress to ask if we wanted more pita ... the first entree was added to our crowded table. Not sure where the blame lies for the hurried appearance of plates but we were looking forward to a special evening out ... a birthday dinner choice ... a restaurant specializing in small plate dining should be well accustomed to serving diners in a relaxed manner. Upon their arrival I looked at the Schnitzel Medallions but wanted to enjoy the French Dip soup ... I knew the temperature of the food would be decreasing but the soup was so good. Why in the world would the first plate be served while we were enjoying our soup literally with soup spoons in or hands ... no, I did not hear that our flight was boarding ... we were in no rush but we were being rushed. So, now on the small table were our two soup bowls that we were finishing ... the plate still holding quite a bit of our Mediterranean Platter (We did expect to have some small talk after all it was a birthday celebration so we had leisurely started eating this appetizer.), we had the plates that we were expected to eat off of (Mine still had hummus and tabouleh on it.) and this brand new plate with pork tenderloin and asparagus. Maneuvering food became a needed skill. My dining partner put some schnitzel onto her "eating" plate letting soup cool ... I decided hot soup was more important than hot or even warmish pork so I continued to eat my soup but rushing soup made it less enjoyable. So, I finished my soup squeezing the empty bowl into a limited space on the table ... my "eating plate" was crowded still having hummus on it because I rushed my soup .. my dining partner said "yum the Schnitzel is good" while her soup chilled. I took the serving plate with the remaining Schnitzel and asparagus eating off it since it was the only plate with room. Before I took a bite the sliders arrived further crowding the table. Quickly the Butternut Squash Bisque was finished so that she could eat a hot well maybe warm Crispy Fish Slider ... I was still working on the Schnitzel knowing I was going to eat cold fish. And, as we both kept putting food in our mouths foregoing any conversation the Chicken Primavera arrived and looked picture perfect amidst the crowded table but finally the soup bowls were removed ... there's still hummus and tabloeh from that Mediterranean Platter that we didn't have time to finish and the waitress asks if we would like more pita ... sure ... I had just finished the cold slider and was about to try the chicken primavera. She also then noticed my water glass was almost empty and asked if I wanted a refill ...I did but had been so busy shoving food down my mouth that I just barely noticed I needed water (I actually knew I did but no one ever stopped by to ask.). And, just in case you're wondering... our flight still was not close to taking off from the terminal in this lovely lounge (It really is an attractive restaurant to dine in.) that reminded us of a classic airport lounge but it felt like a hallway fast food eatery. We had come to enjoy a leisurely small plate dinner with good conversation...celebrating a birthday before heading off to the theatre. You might be wondering why there are three stars rather than one. Well, the food was all really tasty. I would say it was delicious even though due to the rush the only food I ate that was hot was my soup. We finally did get back to that Mediterranean Platter and yes, we were given more pita and I wasn't rushed eating it because there was nothing left to be served. Oh, it looks like they have some nice outside seating for warmer days. We skipped the mixed drinks ... they looked really good and other folks seemed to be enjoying themselves.

Great gluten free options. The GF Bread is the best I've ever had! Nice, open dining space.read more

This was my first visit to Burtons Grill & Bar and it exceeded my expectations. My daughter…read morerecommended it because she has a gluten allergy, and I'm so happy she found a place where she can safely enjoy such a great menu. The atmosphere was relaxing, the décor was classy, and the food was amazing. I had the New York strip steak and it was one of the best steaks I've had in a long time. Our server, Catherine, was fantastic--she was attentive, asked about allergies, and made sure everything came out exactly as expected. I will definitely be returning and highly recommend this restaurant!

Always a great Lunch. 5 of us got the Chicken Chili. Off the charts!! Fast and friendly…read more Thanks.

Went to Springfield Ale House yesterday for the first time based on a recommendation from a friend…read more Food and service were great, bartenders were excellent. Highly recommend the chicken parm bites. We will definitely be back!

Service was superb! A side dish condiment was missed initially (honest mistake) but the service…read morewent above and beyond! Joe came in for the rescue and provided fast and exquisite service. The food and house beer was so good too!

We stopped here for a Monday night dinner as restaurants in the borough are mostly closed on…read moreMondays. Considering the good reviews we thought we would give it a go. We ordered the burger and the crab cakes. For $18 the burger is ok but I can get better elsewhere for that price point. The crab cakes were just ok not much filler but over done with Old Bay. The garlic mashed potatoes were lackluster (not much garlic flavor) and even though this was about a week ago, I can't remember the veg. A quick look at the menu online reminds me it was a southwest corn preparation. Since corn is out of season at the moment, my bar was set low but this was clearly commercially prepared corn. I suggest an in-season alternative. Service was ok. Even though we arrived pretty early by the time 5 PM rolled around, the place was full with every table inside and outside (very nice weather for outside dining) was taken. It reminds me a lot of the old Iron Hill from 20 y ago, just not as elevated dining as IH (RIP) originated with. Tried it, probably won't return. Entrees were not picture-worthy

Delicious food and drink. I love trying the different specials they have. We had a flatbread with…read morefig and prosciutto .. soooooo good.

It was a nice lunch with friends on my day off! Our waitstaff was prompt...attentive and provided…read moregood service. The decor and aesthetic of the restaurant creates a chill and relaxed ambiance. The food was flavorful and cocktails were top tier!

Our party at DiFabios was fantastic…read more We wanted to host a party that was going to be too large for our house. After thinking about what we wanted in a venue, DiFabios came up as a possibility. I contacted their event planner and Alexa Agovino responded quickly. She was a pleasure to work with and guided us through the process. We had a few unusual requests. We had one vegan attendee, and one entree and the vegetables and salad fit the bill. We also wanted to have a zero-waste event. That meant no disposables (linens, tableware, etc), no single-use plastics, leftovers provided in foil containers, and kitchen waste composted as far as practical. Alexa assured us that they could accomodate all of those requirements. We also were going to bring a small speaker for a playlist and some announcements. (Welcome, etc). The day arrived. The room looked great.Our daughter made a large poster of pictures of us that was amazing and became an instant talking point. We met our servers, Diane and Ryan. They proved invaluable. Ryan even produced a phone charger which was critical since the phone was providing the music. Guests started to arrive. There were so many hugs and congratulations. It was a great party at a great venue with great servers anticipating our every need. We were more than satisfied in every way, and are looking forward to our next excuse to have a party at DiFabios.

I hosted my daughter's bridal shower in the Rose Tree Room. The room is so nice…read more The day was perfect!! Service--Abbi and Theresa were wonderful, food and cake were delicious! So many of our guests told us how wonderful everything was!!! We had the best day!! I highly recommend them for your next event!

Back again at this local favorite. Went with the Lamb Ossobucco for something new and it was…read moredelicious. Sister-in-law had both scallop dishes while her sister had lobster tails!! Got take out and was incredible even at home!

Was there for the first time for dinner tonight and it was a fabulous experience!!! Our waitress…read morewas super nice and attentive, and the food was to die for! I had the filet mignon and my friend had a scallops/shrimp dish. They were both cooked to perfection! They had a big case of desserts to choose from and our choices (carrot cake and tiramisu) were delish! Prices are reasonable and its being BYOB kept the cost down too! Can't wait to go back! What a gem in an unexpected place!

FANTASTIC place. Totally recommend and would absolutely go back…read more Easy to make a reservation over the phone and our party of 5 was welcomed and brought to our table upstairs. The upstairs area has a chill vibe with some Mario-themed art as well as a TV. It seems that the kitchen is upstairs, so a lot of waiters were flying by out table to the staircase. Our waiter was pretty chill. Apparently an O's fan, he was excited to learn we're from Baltimore. Food was all fantastic. The style of fries isn't my preference, but they were decent. Other than that, I was blown away. Child #1 and Child #2 got some items from the Kids' menu - grilled cheese and cheeseburger. Bread and Butter appetizer. Is it expensive for just being bread and butter? Yes. Is it worth it? Also yes. The homemade bread is great, but combine it with honey butter with flaky salt, and it's incredible. Loads of reviews on Yelp talked about the sausage roll. GET IT. It's greasy and filling in all the right ways. Goes great with a beer. My wife got the burger and she found it to be very tasty. I got the Grilled Maitake Mushrooms dish and holy cow; it's perfect. Even if you're not a vegetarian (I'm not), you can appreciate this dish: crispy rice cake (not the dry kind from the store), tender baby bok choy, and of course the well-cooked mushrooms are tied together with black vinegar, garlic-whipped tofu (!), and a peanut sauce. A++ would absolutely get again. The food menu has some staples, but overall it does change nightly, so make sure you check it out before you come. Apparently, on Sundays, they do a different experimental flavor of wings. I was curious, but my stomach has only so much room, so I had to draw the line. There is a respectable drink menu. My wife got the blood orange mezcalita, which she liked, but thought the smoke flavor was more subtle than described. I got the Plum Fizz and would totally get it again. Pleasantly-sour with a nice fizz. It's a nice pub in a nice neighborhood of a major city - be prepared for prices to match. But it is absolutely worth it.

One day I was craving a burger and decided to come to bad brother for the first time. I came on a…read moreMonday night not knowing there was a drinking event so it was pretty busy for a Monday. They were doing raffles if you ordered certain drafts but I decided to get a cocktail instead. The plum fizz was so delicious and refreshing. I liked that it wasn't too sweet or too strong (especially because it was a weekday) Anyways, because it was pretty busy I just sat myself at the bar. The bartenders were all so kind and nice and answered all of my questions. Apparently they do change some items on the menu and they do a martini and meatloaf Monday. I stuck with the burger and fries. When I tell you it was the best burger I've had in fairmount, I'm not exaggerating. I was expecting typical bar food but I was wrong. I will be back for sure and I'll be sure to tell all of my friends to go there as well. I've never had a meatloaf but just because the burger was so good I'll have to let my first one be at bad brother.

We've been to Lark several times and, as I told one managers (Mike), they NEVER disappoint. We love…read moregreat food but recognize that a place can have an off night. That never happens at Lark. Ever. And the wine list-- it's exceptional. City quality without the trek into the city. As I told Mike tonight, it's a hard reservation to get at the last minute but it's still a well-kept secret. So do yourselves a favor, go to Lark. It's a meal you won't soon forget.

Dined here for a very special birthday dinner and have to say that the service and food was even…read morebetter than the first time we came. We had a bottle of champagne, a starter, a pasta and two of the main entrees (one of them was a special). While we had a later reservation (830pm), it was pretty loud at first and then died down as the 7pm reservations finished their meals. I have to commend the staff for the excellent service all evening and allowing us to finish our meal without rushing and attentiveness to our glasses, ensuring they weren't empty until our bottle was finished. Lark has truly stepped up their game and I'm happy to have such a great establishment, outside of the City.

The food was great !! First visit here, birthday lunch for a…read morefriend our server was top notch !! Nice to enjoy our meal on the patio on a gorgeous day ! Compliments to the chef as well

We had fabulous service and food. Loved the local feel and…read moreambiance. Glad to see it busy on a week night: