Gracie's 21st Century Cafe

Had a great time, Wonderful food,drinks,staff!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This hidden gem is an absolute must visit. The cocktails were perfect and the entrees were delicious. The outdoor seating area is gorgeous and their live music created an amazing vibe. The staff could not have been nicer. This area finally has a high quality fine dining establishment!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I ate out on the patio. There was live music. The service was spot-on. The food was exceptional.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great night with family. Food was fantastic.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Gracie’s 21st Century? Never again!

I rarely write reviews, especially negative ones, but after witnessing how my companion was treated by the owner at Gracie’s 21st Century Cafe, I hope by sharing our experience, others can be spared a similar experience.

To be noted: I am sharing our story because no one—regardless of how they dress or present themselves—should be made to feel unwelcome, embarrassed, or lesser simply for expressing themselves with dignity and style. Hospitality should never come with humiliation.

My companions and I made a reservation at Gracie’s 21st Century Cafe to celebrate a special occasion. Although this restaurant is clearly touted as a high-end establishment, there was nothing classy about the owner’s approach to hat-shaming my companion.

Shortly after being seated and ordering drinks, the owner approached our table and singled out my partner – to admonish him for wearing a hat. There was no kindness in the approach and certainly no discretion. Her condescending tone and commentary, “Would your mother let you wear a hat at the table” clearly caused us all to feel unwelcome and uncomfortable in the middle of our evening.

Moreover, there was another gentleman seated nearby who was also wearing a hat, but he was not subjected to the same treatment and it seemed that my companion was being selectively admonished by the owner.

The funny thing is, we had reviewed the establishment’s dress code policies at length online in advance (to see if there was any policy regarding hats), and my companion had even gone out of his way to buy a new outfit that day (including a new hat) just for (what was supposed to be) this special occasion.

We felt unwelcomed, singled out, and judged in a space that markets itself as, “21st Century” and high-end. That kind of treatment doesn’t belong in any restaurant, let alone one operating at this price point and reputation. What we encountered at Gracie’s was unkind and beneath the standard of any restaurant that claims to value its guests.

For an establishment that is supposed to be 21st Century, this was about as old-school as it comes - and in poor taste. In all honesty, after dropping hundreds of dollars, being hat-shamed, and going home hungry, you can rest assured, we’ll never return.

If there's a hat policy, that's fine - please state it clearly before people walk in. And even then, maybe consider applying it with a touch of class, discretion, and kindness.

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Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Lovely mother's day brunch

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

In a world that has no idea how to make a good cocktail, Gracie's always nails the drink! Then they nail the appetizer, the entree, AND the dessert to boot. Wait staff is always friendly and attentive. Menu changes periodically to keep things interesting, and there are always unique foods to try. I like the variety! I am gluten/dairy sensitive and can always find something on the menu!

I’m happy to drive 50 minutes from W Chester to visit Gracie’s! This place is fabulous. Food is amazing. Everything else is eclectic and creative! As good as any restaurant on the Main Line or Chester Cty.

Pleasant atmosphere, stellar service, uniquely prepared fine food, and exquisitely tasty foods perfectly plated.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Superb!! Filet melt in your mouth

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

There are very few high end fine dining restaurants in the area. But even so, this place stood out. It was AMAZING. We are definitely going back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great hidden Gem!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cheese and Charcuterie, Steak, Seafood Pasta

This is a truly memorable restaurant. Very elegant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My wife and I came for our fifth anniversary and we're absolutely delighted by our experience. The food was delicious and of superior quality. The staff was friendly, personable, and quite attentive. It was a very relaxed meal (almost 3 hours) which is just right for a romantic fine dining experience. Who would have thought that such a treasure was hidden in this little area of Pennsylvania? We will most CERTAINLY be back.

Great music

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5