Restaurants near Merion Station

“I grew up on homemade Middle Eastern food made daily by my parents, so I’m very picky when it comes to authenticity. I’ve tried a few places that just didn’t hit the mark—but AL SHAM in Chalfont is a straight 10/10!! They serve real Arabic bread (pita)—not tortillas disguised as pita like you find at other places—and their homemade Lebanese toum (garlic aioli) is the real deal. One bite of their falafel wrap instantly transported me to a boardwalk in Lebanon, overlooking the Mediterranean—complete with fresh bread, Lebanese pickles, and those perfect pickled turnips. The meat is 100% Halal and you can taste the quality. Flavorful, fresh, and clearly made with care. **This is the kind of spot you want to support. We’ll be back again and again—do yourself a favor and try them ASAP**”

“Absolute best deli I’ve ever been to in my life!!!!! If you haven’t been here on your way through PA, you’re missing the most delicious experience! This is a must!!!!”

“Came here at 3:00 with my Flyers gear on. Ordered a double cheeseburger with cheese and mayo only, a spicy chicken sandwich, fries, and a large diet coke. Everything was FRESH and FAST! Everything hit the spot! Thank you!!”

“Excellent Food & Amazing Service 👍👍”

“Awesome menu, great vibes and really tasty food. Must try this place.”

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

“Worth the wait. This was our last Philly Michelin m-starred restaurant to try. It’s the absolute best. The food was extraordinary and I’m already dreaming of my next meal there. My particular favorites included the buckwheat tart with morels and both pasta courses (one was an add on). Sadly I will now never feel satiated unless I’m eating Chef Schulman’s triangoli. A beautiful and intimate space with incredible care by the entire staff. Amanda Schulman was incredibly welcoming and engaged with the diners. Wine pairing was outstanding as was my Negroni made with Bruto Americano. The marzipan rhubarb cake was the stuff dreams are made of. So, so, so happy after this meal. Did I mention? Attentive and wonderful, wonderful staff. Thank you for an amazing evening!”

“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.”

“Great food, music, and service!”

“We had the perfect cozy, comforting meal on a frigid winter night! The servers were attentive and took the time to answer questions and led us to pick the best menu items. The drink selections were excellent and I was happy to have a number of non-alc choices. We started with the layered lasagna and the “not Caesar” salad, both unique and delicious. The star of the meal was the gnocchi with local mushrooms. It was incredibly savory with so much flavor and the right amount of crunch. We will absolutely be returning to see what’s next on the menu rotation!”

“What is the specialty of this sushi restaurant?”

“Not kidding. Our table of 4 ordered nearly everything in the menu. Each bite was delicious, balanced, nuanced, worldly, fresh, and inventive. We ordered a second dish of the carrots, and also the cukes. Dessert was outstanding. Interesting wines, including a chilled Croatian wine that paired well with every dish. Definitely returning. Soon! ❤️”

“The pizza was phenomenal!!!.”

“Great atmosphere and service. The food and desserts are a treat for the tastebuds!”

“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!”

“Riley K was the best server we’ve had at a restaurant in a while, we basically let him order for us and he hit it out of the park. It would be wise to request him if you can. His knowledge and passion for the food is exceptional. He certainly made the experience one to remember. The Dorade was amazing, the skirt steak also incredible. The brown sugar ice cream is 10/10. Not a single thing hit our table that we weren’t 100% impressed with. The after dinner drink he suggested was perfect. Monte negro or something I can’t remember but it’s wonderful. He will take care of you.”

“I think I probably have had just about everything on your menu, and I loved everything. I also like that Stina is not pretentious.”

“The cocktails were so complex and delicious. Shaan was incredible; so attentive and knowledgeable. Definitely go for the bartenders choice if you have the privilege of catching him at the bar. Highly recommend!”

“First time there, excellent food.”

“The Food was Fresh ad Incredible”

“Great restaurant - highly recommended”

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

“Delicious food, attractive atmosphere.”

“Killer cocktails! We will be back!”

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

“It’s such a treat to find such a rare gem of original Mexican barbacoa in Philly of all places!”

“This is my new favorite spot! The food is incredible and the drink menu is on point!”

“Cool spot to stop in for a cheap PBR and shot deal! Depending on what night you stop in, there may be a jazz band blowing the doors off the place and cool vibes. For food, hit up the window next door for some good hot dogs!”

“Recently tried this place and the food is delicious. I did a make your own bowl and the broccoli was crunchy and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I wasn’t a fan of dumplings wish they were chicken but weren’t bad . Definitely recommend”

“The food was wonderful as the service was fast. I couldn’t believe the check. Extremely reasonable for all you get. I’d definitely recommend Kanella to anyone”