50 Best American Restaurants near Bala Cynwyd

“Delicious food, beautiful scenery, very friendly staff.“

“Very nice and clean cafe. Fantastic food and great price. Highly recommend“

“The long wait for a table was understandable as we dined during peak hours (Sunday afternoon.) Christina, our server, was very personable and attentive. The food (salmon) was delicious. The drink (sangria) was also tasty. My salad was served without dressing! Which was actually desired since I prefer dressing on the side. I had to a add k for the dressing. And!, I had to ask for more sauce for the salmon which wasn't a big deal. Christina brought both quickly. Overall!, I had an enjoyable dining experience!“

“The Love. was simply incredible! We came here with our 6 year old son. Our waiter was fabulous and very accommodating to our 6 year old which you don’t always find in Rittenhouse. The atmosphere was light and airy and the food was great! Make sure to try their Dubai Chocolate Sundae and if you’re going with children they do have special kids cups and will accommodate the menu for them.“

“One of the finest restaurants we’ve had the pleasure of experiencing. A++++++“

“Came here with my wife, and after we agreed Illata is one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in Philadelphia. The food was creative, seasonal, fresh; the staff friendly and personal; and the intimate yet casual atmosphere made it feel like we were having an exclusive dinner-for-two. Highly recommend!“

“Such a cute place and the food was absolutely amazing. My friends and I went for brunch and loved it. Highly recommend!“

“I had a great brunch. Loved the atmosphere. Food was excellent. I’ll definitely be back“

“We are working our way through Manyunk restaurants and Bar Jawn had some excellent reviews. It was much smaller than I expected but the Bourdain signs and country music told me we were in the right place. Cooper Sharp fried cheese squares with fresh sauce were outrageously good. Cheesesteak with Cooper sharp and cherry peppers did Philly proud. Loved the seeded roll too. Definitely will be back. Service was friendly and attentive. A really great Sunday afternoon.“

“Great Sports Bar! Plenty of TVs in their main bar area and both dinning rooms. I would absolutely recommend you get the burger. It was packed full of greens, with the lettuce sauteed onions and grilled eggplant, but balanced it nicely with a big meaty patty and delicious house sauce. The fries were also exceptional, potentially double fried and thick cut, these steak fries were crispy and the perfect compliment to the burger. Staff was friendly and attentive and the neighborhood was cute!“

“Unique food, cozy, candlelit atmosphere. Our group enjoyed it tremendously. Highly recommend.“

“Everything was perfect from the moment I entered. The front host greeted me with a welcoming smile. I dined at the bar. My bartender was incredibly knowledgeable and walked me through a beautiful meal. Service was top notch. The team work was beautiful to watch. Great attention to detail. The food absolutely amazing. 5 stars“

“Shrimp and grits is amazing if I were home I would be licking the bowl. Bartender Kelsey was fantastic and very welcoming. Avocado toast is the best I have ever had.“

“Best cheesesteak I’ve had. Owner came around with extras from his dinner he’d made for his wife and shared it with the customers. That was also delicious, but the cheesesteak was better :) Absolutely recommend!“

“I recently celebrated a milestone birthday with a dinner at Elwood with family and friends. Chef Adam and Jenny were wonderful to work with and the meal was absolutely delicious. Everyone loved the venison scrapple amuse bouche. We shared several orders of perogies and cheese platters to kick off the meal, followed by a couple of orders of the tri- tip beef, the sea bass, and the rabbit, which are served family style with a whole host of accompaniments, including exceptional mashed potato that got rave reviews and deserves it's own mention. Several of the diners had never had rabbit, but they all tried it and it was a hit! I already have plans to come with some friends for an afternoon tea, and my husband and I will definitely be back for dinner and/or one of the dining events that Chef Adam hosts. Adam & Jenny, thank you for my birthday dinner one to remember!💖“

“Everything we ordered was so good! Very friendly, nice server and the cook! Genuinely happy eating there. A restaurant where you can eat carefully selected dishes at a reasonable price!“

“Amazing“

“Cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a speak easy. Apps were delicious…broccoli and potatoes. Pizza was excellent….thin, crispy crust with great toppings. Definitely on our list of new spots to go.“

“Fantastic food and service. Favorite burgers and wonderful fries! Healthy options as well.“

“Food was delicious! Good vibe!“

“Alice is the kind of restaurant that reminds you why dining out can be an art form. As a visitor to Philadelphia, the meal felt less like dinner and more like an invitation into a creative conversation between the kitchen, the ingredients, and the season itself.
What impressed me most was the restaurant's confidence. The menu is ambitious and inventive, yet never feels experimental for the sake of novelty. Each dish was thoughtful, balanced, and deeply satisfying, allowing exceptional ingredients to shine while still delivering moments of surprise. There is a clear point of view behind the food, but it is expressed with restraint and precision rather than excess.
In a city celebrated for its dining scene, it takes something special to stand out. Alice manages to do exactly that. Every course felt intentional, revealing a kitchen that is both imaginative and disciplined. There was always something unexpected to discover, which made the experience feel exciting from beginning to end.
The atmosphere complements the food perfectly—warm, welcoming, and intimate enough to encourage lingering over each course. It is rare to find a restaurant that feels both elevated and approachable, where serious culinary talent is matched by genuine hospitality.
Philadelphia is known for outstanding food, and Alice has distinguished itself as one of the most memorable and rewarding dining experiences I enjoyed during my visit. Long after returning home, I still find myself thinking about specific dishes, flavors, and moments from the evening—a testament to how thoughtfully every aspect of the experience is crafted.
For anyone visiting Philadelphia in search of a truly exceptional meal, Alice deserves a place at the very top of the list.“

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“I’ve been to a few DIG locations, and honestly, I don’t know what the difference is, but the food here just tastes better. Everything I’ve had has been fresh and delicious, and the staff are always so friendly and welcoming. Definitely my go-to spot now.“

“Food is delicious! Get the watermelon salad, fried chicken and banana cream pie.“

“Drinks are to margaritas 16.00 come on wow“

“Food was absolutely amazing! Drinks were great too! You won’t be disappointed!“

“Great food, music, and service!“

“Best wings I’ve ever had! They were huge and the sauce was amazing. The cheesesteaks were loaded with meat and so good too. Highly recommend Alex’s Steaks & Wings!“

“Killer breakfast specials. Everything on the menu seems well-thought out and presented. Yummy place.“

“Love it and it’s eagles central“

“Delicious food. Friendly staff. A great place for dinner.“

“Where do I begin? Well let’s start with I had a change of plans and found this place through recommendations and felt like taking a night out on the town. I drove from Glassboro to here and I was greeted with great professionalism, the atmosphere was amazing, and the music was perfect. Now as my first time coming in, I had no idea what was good but my waitress Josephine L. made fantastic recommendations! I had the Steak which was fantastic and the cocktail she suggested, Risky Business, was a perfect blend between sweet and sour! In short honesty (and very nerdy talk) I wanted to feel like Bruce Wayne tonight and the staff did a very fantastic job of making me feel like it! Will definitely be returning!“

“My son's rehearsal dinner was there on 11/6/2025. The food was outstanding, the service was outstanding. Great atmosphere. Definitely recommend Bar Sera!!!“

“My server Rob was AMAZING! I have never laughed so much at a restaurant before. He truly knows how to brighten the spirits even on a bad day. I hope to get this server every time I come because I know I’ll have a great time. I could literally sit in apple bees day if he was my server! 10/10! Exceptional.“

“The food and service were outstanding and the ambiance was perfect for our Anniversary dinner.“

“Recently tried DOHO when when trying to order tacos from our usual places on Cinco de Mayo but the kids didn't want to wait 2+ hours and couldn't have been more impressed with this new hidden gem in Mt. Airy. Creative dishes and everything we ordered was delicious. Only tried about half the options between our family of 5 so definitely need to order again soon!“

“I made reservations for Harry Potter High Tea in April. They promoted it until mid summer. Had reservation for today June 21st for special Birthday. Ridley House took down all Harry Potter stuff, the restaurant was empty. We were seated in baron area with only one other table. The table tops were really beat up as was a lot of fixtures. High Tea was promoted with 3 tiers of food but what my SIL got was so sparse and a joke for $35. Over priced, underwhelming decor and just horrible! We will not be back! Stingers here we come!!“

“Friendly staff! Hostess was great as was our server. I only know she had a unique name. Not a large menu but what they do offer is amazing. Great atmosphere too!“

“my friends and I had a great dinner here. Great food & service I highly recommend this great restaurant in the park“

“Fantastic dining experience! The staff was exceptional and the food was out of this world. The tasting menu was fantastic and the atmosphere was perfect.“

“Buck a schuck oysters, double braised short rib over rigatoni, key lime pie and even got a hug from the beautiful Solidea D! Everything was exquisite. Great atmosphere. Highly recommend!“

“I recommend especially the University of Pennsylvania Sabrina location The view is so nice is Windows all around it's well lit the staff is so extraordinary the food is fantastic and it comes out fast the place is clean it was not hard to find a parking spot I give this place five stars“

“Super friendly staff. Dave is awesome. Great beers and it’s a cool spot.“

“We came in for the first time this morning. It was a pleasure meeting the owner and his son. The food was fantastic!! We will make it a point to be back often.“

“food and drinks were great“

“I’ve worked around here forever but never knew they existed and I stumbled across their Instagram and figured to give it a try! I’m so happy I did. So far I’ve had a breakfast sandwich and a smoothie and everything was so good! I will definitely be coming back for more daily! Thanks coco grille!“

“First time for us at Roots,the cook with language barrier to new staff hit a home run.Starting with just the cold water in clear carafe with glasses for us, the super nice waitress, appetizer,happy FIFA happy hour crowd, we were sold. Even the carrots were sliced gourmet style with the mouth watering meal for dinner. Would love to return here“

“Surprised with breakfast this morning. Great eats!! Highly recommend for anyone looking to fill their morning stomach void“

“Great place to get something to eat. Service is excellent. The food is excellent .“

“All I have to say is yum. Take all my money.

If I ever decide to go through with that fat transfer/BBL I dream of and need to gain weight I would be eating this for breakfast lunch and dinner. Also midnight snack.

So delicious. For now it’s still my special treat every few weeks but if my will power flees, I’d be here or getting delivery daily.“