333 Belrose Ave. Wayne, PA (610) 293-1000 Rating: 4 silver spoons out of 5 Overview: 333 Belrose opened in 2000, a fine-dining destination hidden on tiny Belrose road away from Radnor’s busy Lancaster Avenue corridor. For a restaurant in such a concealed location to stay successful for so long (5 years is an eternity in […]
614 Lancaster Ave. Bryn Mawr, PA 610.526.0123 Rating: 4 silver spoons out of 5 Overview: A casually elegant neighborhood BYOB that focuses on seasonal menus and impeccable service. Food: Contemporary American with European influences, the regular menu ranges from appetizers to mid-sized plates to regular entrée portions. The meal began with an amuse bouche of […]
S. High St. (Across from Courthouse Parking Garage) West Chester, PA 610.696.1400 ** Turks Head Inn has closed. ** Rating: 4 silver spoons out of 5 Overview: Turks Head started out as a great new addition to the W.C. scene, and has since established itself as a mainstay, improving and innovating as time passes. Don’t […]
150 W. Gay St. West Chester, PA 610.431.7074 Rating: 3 silver spoons out of 5 Overview: Long time West Chester mainstay offers well-prepared, traditional Greek cuisine (and BYOB!). Food: Classic Greek fare such as souvlaki and flafel highlighted with homemade hummus and grilled pita. The menu at The Mediterranean does not change often and rarely […]
24 N. Merion Ave. Bryn Mawr, PA (610) 519-0999 Rating: 3 silver spoons out of 5 Overview: Bianca, which recently replaced long-time Bryn Mawr restaurant Toscana, has outgrown some early service flaws and blossomed into a solid, if slightly expensive restaurant. The diverse menu is interesting and well-prepared, and the setting is quite romantic. Food: […]
1091 Lancaster Ave. Berwyn, PA 610.725.9000 Rating: 4 Silver Spoons out of 5 Overview: Big, bold, (think Philadelphia’s Steven Starr) Asian Fusion comes to the Main Line. Nectar, a large, stone, $5 million dollar palace, rises out of nowhere just after passing through Berwyn (traveling West) on Lancaster Ave. Chef Patrick Feury (who opened the […]
610-341-8162 Rating: 3 silver spoons out of 5 Overview: Cozy Thai BYOB gem serving excellent steaks and Thai cuisine. Food: Although there are many traditional Thai dishes on the menu, two menu items steal the show: Filet Mignon and the red curry sauce. First off, you can order the filet several ways: red wine reduction, […]
818 Lancaster Ave. Bryn Mawr PA 610.520.9100 Citron has closed and been replaced by Carmine’s Creole Kitchen. Rating: 3 Silver Spoons out of 5 Overview: Latin-influenced continental bistro in the heart of Bryn Mawr. Citron recently brought in chef David Grear — formerly of Philly’s La Terrasse — who lowered prices and raised the consistency […]
128 Ford St. Conshohocken, PA 610-828-8494 Rating: 3 silver spoons out of 5 Overview: Stylish neighborhood bar/restaurant with creative American cuisine. The Gypsy Saloon is run by the same people as Stella Blu in Conshy (former owners of Bella Luna in Bryn Mawr). The saloon delivers a solid meal in a fun, comfortable atmosphere. Food: […]
105 Coulter Ave. Suburban Square Ardmore, PA Rating: 2 silver spoons out of 5 Overview: The notion behind Plate is reasonably priced, comfort food — something that isn’t really available on the Main Line today. Unfortunately, this idea falls a bit flat due to uninspired food and inconsistent service. Food: The menu at Plate looks […]