50 Best American Restaurants near Ridley Park

“I’d like to Thank the Stinger’s staff and management for a wonderful dining experience. Everyone enjoyed their food. They accommodated my party of 15 very well. Our server Steve was very pleasant and he made sure we had everything we needed. Thank you again.“

“Gabby (Gabrielle) was our waitress and she was awesome and amazing. She popped in to make sure we had enough drinks and made sure our food was good. When the cook made a mistake, and the server brought that had brought out our food realized there was an issue, Gabby just appeared and took care of it. She was fantastic. The Cracker Barell looks like the old ones, which I am grateful for. I am from TN and this was my first visit to PA. I wanted some Southern food and the food was excellent and close to like I have at home. Decent atmosphere and clean restrooms too. but the checking out and line to get a table was long. Only one person at register (once the line was gone, 2 more cashiers appeared), and only one person at the hostess stand in the prime after-church crowd, so that sucked. Overall, good place to stop at. Just not a "quick" stop“

“First time visiting Casey's
Pros: went on a Friday during rush hour and did not have to wait for the restaurant section, staff was friendly and welcoming, face looks clean, and the food was tasty, good variety of items to choose from on the menu
Cons: the place is a little outdated, I hate wet salad, I guess it's fresh so the lettuce was just rinsed off“

“had a really nice pie before going to comic con, really enjoyed to munch on that cheesy cheese and doughy dough. seriously a 10/10 pizza, lookin forward to trying the inside outs soon. off to save the world from thanos next!“

“Bar Jawn has Amazing service and food! In addition, a special thank you to Twon, Kelly, and David for helping out Blind Sports Organization (BSO) for letting us raise some money to let us continue and play the sport we really love. They really took great care of us the 6 hours we were there for.“

“I moved to the neighborhood from Brooklyn recently. One day while walking around, I passed this unassuming place. The only indication that it was open was a chair outside with a bouquet of flowers to pin down a paper menu to the chair. The menu looked divine.

A few days later I walked past, showing my partner that the place almost seemed closed from the outside but was very cute inside. Someone who worked there came out as we were looking and was very kind, asking us if we had reservations yet. We said no but booked immediately.

The first time I visited, I had the sourdough, Marinated Mussels (hakurei turnips, miso, chili oil), Carrot (crab, brown butter), Shrimp (peaches, coppa, toasted marcona almonds), and Gnudi (corn& basil). It was an entirely no-skips meal. The mussels came cold, out of their shell, and the sauce was incredible. The “carrot” was more like a crab cake with coconut, brown butter, and an unidentifiable but delightful citrus. A perfect balance of rich & light. The gnudi seemed simple, but the lightly spicy sauce really pulled all the ingredients together. Finally, the shrimp with peaches really knocked my socks off. Lots of places will make “seasonal” menus but not put the effort into making sure that produce is top notch. The peaches would’ve been delicious on their own, but with the rest of the dish, they really shined.

The second time I went (just a few weeks later) I got the Chicory Salad (anchovy, buttermilk, comte), the Steelhead Trout (sungold tomato, perilla), and a tuna crudo special. I also re-ordered the bread, the carrot with crab, and the gnudi. Everything was just as good as last time, and the new additions were truly worth trying. Something as simple as a chicory salad can be so hit or miss - but WOW!

For dessert we had the cherry brown butter tart with crème fraiche. No complaints at all here.

Now I’ve rambled on plenty about the delicious food, which I will be back for very soon, but I truly haven’t ever been to a place with better service. The workers are extremely attentive and kind. I felt like I’ve known everyone there for a long time.

Thank you, Illata, for being such a wonderful neighborhood spot.“

“This is my first visit and I have found myself never wanting to leave! The food is delicious and the staff is exceptional. The staff team work so well together and give off such phenomenal energy. I ate and smiled the entire visit. If I had more time to be in the company of the phenomenal staff, Chef Asia (AJ), Chef Asha, Chef Carl, Chef Janelle and Chef Tweet, I would have placed my credit card on the table and stayed for lunch, dinner and breakfast. Great eats and great greets at this establishment. That is a difficult find.“

“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!!“

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

“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“

“The chicken parmigiana at The New American Bistro is by far the best I’ve ever had anywhere! Highly recommend!!!“

“Hi. Was in this afternoon to celebrate my birthday. Our server was Jesse. When we had a slight problem with my food, Jesse was quick to correct the small issue. We found him very professional and friendly. He is what we call a %30er; and worth every penny. Thank you Jesse. Spot on.“

“We had a small party at Riverwinds on Saturday night. The food was excellent. However, the dessert package is a total ripoff! There was a plate of small desserts ( 1”square pieces of cake, 2 “ eclairs, a chocolate covered strawberry, and a tiny cannoli. There were not even enough for everyone to take one! When I asked for more the waitress said I should go to another table and see if they had anything! 😡😳 Definitely not worth $10 a person! RIPOFF!“

“Very friendly staff. The atmosphere is comfortable and welcoming. Enjoyed! Doug Cocking. :-)“

“these pancakes are seriously the best in town. after not being able to eat for 10 days because of my training, having this stack of pancakes felt better than acting as black adam. looking forward to going here again and eating 20 more. #timetoworkout #wegonrumble #wegontakeurfaceoff“

“My mom comes every two weeks and the last two weeks I decided to join her. We stop at each individual shop so I could check everything out. We always enjoy anything we ever buy from the Amish Market. I could not recommend them more. From their produce, to meat, to salad bar, wine and even their milkshakes will make you keep coming back for more!“

“Party of 10 this AM. Pam was the BEST! Food/service was awesome!!! Thanks Bookers!“

“Great food and great price. Such large portions and friendly people. The owner is so nice. Clean place too“

“In town for work at Logan Township, New Jersey from Indianapolis. Was recommended this place based off the food and atmosphere. The food was delicious and atmosphere did not disappoint. All the workers were super friendly and made it overall a great experience. Can’t wait to come back the next time I’m in New Jersey for work.“

“Drove by Springfield Ale House a bunch of times before ever going in. We have been there twice in the last few weeks and I could kick myself for waiting so long to go in. Can’t wait to go back. Good selection of beers on tap and some excellent cocktails as well as a great food menu.“

“ALWAYS get a delicious sandwich“

“I have been a customer for a very long time they have a sign it's nice to be important but it's more important to be nice, the sign is what made me a repeat customer 🙂“

“Lovely mom and pop diner. The food is great and is owned by a family. Only complaint is the booth seats are pretty rough, and also arent the most comfortable to sit on. Otherwise i would advise checking out this local diner for breakfast. Cash only here“

“Honestly, I rarely get to come here but whenever I do it’s amazing. The owners are always very kind and welcoming. + They treat you like FAMILY. I tend to just get their normal Mac ‘N Cheese and it’s REALLY cheesy! They also have their own area just for kids. It has nice things you can borrow (such as games) to make your experience way more fun! Their menu is very diverse so even if you don’t like Mac ‘N Cheese you’re bound to see something you’ll like. And again on the service. The workers are so kind and whenever I’m talking with the owners it’s as if we’re FAMILY“

“Everything is great! From the bar to the appetizer's To the servers! The food is out of this world!! Highly recommend it!“

“great burger, very tasty!“

“Food was awesome. Cold drinks. Friendly people. Wife had a huge cheese steak that she couldn’t finish and I had a meatball parm that was very tasty“

“visited 214 on a whim for a quick Friday night out with a friend. Our server Brendon apologized for the delay in getting to our table, explaining that it had been a wild night and they were slightly understaffed (understandable, it was Valentine's Day). After that, though, he was attentive and friendly for the entire meal. The winter salad I ordered was enormous and although it could have used more dressing, it was still enjoyable. My friend's burger came with a generous portion of fries and was phenomenal. For drinks, I opted for their "dealer's choice" option that lets you roll three dice to create a unique off-menu cocktail. It was dangerously tasty and a generous pour. After dinner, we moved to the bar and chatted with the bar manager Jeremy, who was not only also incredibly friendly and great conversation, but knew his way around the bar and came up with another bespoke cocktail when they were out of an ingredient for the drink I originally wanted. Overall, a fantastic experience across the board and definitely my new favorite spot in Media.“

“First time here and I was not disappointed. The food was delicious, I must admit and the service was great. Only went for a quick bite while out running errands so can't speak on the night life. I would definitely consider patronizing this establishment again to try something else on the menu.“

“Great food and excellent service!“

“A must-visit anytime we’re in West Philly. Or U City. Truly a timeless gem!“

“I ordered lunch for my family, for take out. One item was loaded potato puffs. They came with a very small drizzle of sour cream and a few small pieces of bacon. most were dry and plain. Very frustrating as this was my husbands only food he ordered and will be eating 😔“

“Tasty perfectly prepared food, Awesome service, Friendly owners. If you are in the Aston Pa area, I would highly recommend them.“

“Been in there a time or two. Wonderful atmosphere. Feels like an airport in the best of ways. If you have Emily as your bartender, you’re in great hands. Thoughtful, funny, and attentive. Best service you could ask for from that lass. Great spot. Great bartenders. Great place to watch a game.“

“Been a patron of this Applebees for years and found it silly how I haven't given a review yet. Never had any issues here. Rather the experience was in person or through an online order. The staff is always courteous and lovely. There's been some occassions in ehich the manager eould come around asking of how the staff service is. And I never recall being dissatisfied while here. Wish I could be a bit more critical but I always know what to expect when I come here. Good food and good people.

If I would critique anything, there were only a handful of times in which a staff member had us waiting a bit for curbside...but one just has to take into account that this is a restaurant in which the employees are working together but also on top of taking care of the customers who are dining in. And when the service was a bit late, the employees were always very courteous by giving an apology or communicating the wait time to us out in the cars. Once again, I give them total grace as it's a rare occasion.“

“The Halal Cheesesteak Nachos? Unreal. Perfectly seasoned meat, crispy nachos, and melty cheese in every bite. It’s bold, flavorful, and seriously addictive.

The place has good vibes, generous portions, and you can taste the care in every order. If you're anywhere near Chester, make the trip. You won’t regret it.“

“My first time at this restaurant and will definitely be back! Super interesting menu!! I had scallops on top of spaghetti squash with sweet potatoes ...really amazing! Our server was very attentive.“

“Even after they changed locations (right next door) Food prices are reasonable considering the size of their dishes. I love their lamb and rice platters, for $22 depending on who you are you'll have enough food to feed yourself and others if you want. Great place for something to eat that's not your everyday fast food..“

“Great music, food and atmosphere! Tvs are set in place so you can watch your favorite sport that's playing live!“

“Great server Sophia was pleasant , had wonderful recommendations for appetizers, entrees & suggested some delicious desserts as well . We took her suggestions & enjoyed our flavorful dishes. The atmosphere was unique & each room was interesting & different. Told lots of friends to stop ✋ by & enjoy your tasty & flavorful farm to table dishes . Great time & superb delicious meals !“

“It's a very Philly feeling neighborhood bar. All the people working there are very nice. The food is good. I have gotten both wings, nachos and mozzarella sticks. They tasted fresh. The nachos are my favorite. They usually have a specialty drink or two. The only reason why I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 stars is that their drinks aren't consistent. Some of the newer younger bartenders aren't great at making drinks. One time I was there, I got two Malibu Bay Breezes and they were perfect!!!! The other day I got one, it wasn't right. It wasn't even the right color. It also had the wrong garnish. I know a garnish isn't that big of a deal, but to me, it speaks to the education of the bartender. Maybe they need a little more education about making drinks. As an owner, I'd have them all make drinks and try them out. This way you can see who may need some help. Women love that particular drink and it could cost you patrons. I would have gotten another drink, but just nachos and one drink cost me about $25.“

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

“It’s sad ,that they closed it.But they willl reopen it again,because someone bought this place.
Last time when we went there they didn’t have pizza,so we left.
But in general this place was nice,always nice atmosphere,people friendly and food good.“

“We asked the hostess for a booth and got it. Our server was very professional, and brought water quickly. She didn't hurry us to order. When we decided on tuna tartar and a smash burger (with a glass of okay white wine and another of beer), she was there to take our order and bring the drinks. While the room was a bit more noisy than we like, it was okay: we could hear one another talk. We both enjoyed our lunch.“

“Food was delicious I got french toast beef bacon home fries and scrambled eggs with cheese. The young black server/hostess was kind and friendly smiled and aimed to please. The white server/ cashier wasn't so friendly as far as energy and demeanor. Total opposite of her coworker. She was just there to do a job and it showed.“

“Wow what a great place! Great atmosphere, good food & the best beer on tap!! Highly recommended!“

“Can’t go wrong with the staple: Dig Inn. I was so excited to dig into this bowl…ha ha get it. The service was the best part, my social anxiety accidentally led me to order the wrong sauce, and upon kindly asking the man for the best sauce, garlic aioli, he gave me two! All I can say are kind things about this place. You must stop by.“

“My husband and I go every Monday. Great food and great service every time! Today our server today was Rey. Always does a great job and is so friendly!!“

“We met with friends at this place for dinner. This spot was recommended to us by a friend. Well, it was a winning. The staff welcomed us with a smile and we felt fantastic. The meal was great. We enjoyed every moment and we will definitely return to this restaurant. Highly recommended.“

“We purchased FRIED CHICKEN WINGS and they are some of the best I've had in decades! Although the wings are not huge, the average size is on the small/medium side. They are cooked when ordered so they were HOT! The coating is crisp and firm and the chicken is FRESH and seasoned deliciously without needing to add any additional seasoning, not too salty. It's in the hood, so it's a no frills tight space, no seating/standing room only. Nice surprise tho!“