Restaurants in Scranton
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Best Restaurants
“My Family Enjoyed Mother's Day at your Marvelous Brazilian Steak House this past Saturday, Everything from Walking in the Door:.. Atmosphere, Staff, Servers, Management, Hot Food Bar, Salad Bar, Drinks, Cocktails, Coffee and of Course, the Various Brazilian Steaks, Lamb, Chicken Servings Carved at the Table are Beyond 5 Star! Dining at Ipanema Grille is a Delightful and Delicious Experience, it's Actually an Event to be Shared with Friends and Family! Mary Rose Tolerico”
“Asia is A master in the kitchen!! everything is Superb! mac n cheese , Jerk chicken, bourbon chicken , cornbread I could go on & On And She is also a Huge Loving Person always giving back to the community, Best SoulFood 👌”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“The service was excellent—our waitress Danny was friendly and attentivel. The burrata was hands down the best we’ve had—creamy, fresh, and crunchy pistachios on top. We also tried the chicken parmesan and the pork chop. The pork chop had a nice crunch on the outside, though we felt it could use a bit more seasoning inside. The Albariño white wine was a perfect pairing, it is not easy to find Spanish wine around.”
“Just dined here tonight for the first time. It was wonderful! Our server, Abigail was professional and friendly. The food was fantastic. The Brooklyn Bomber pizza was terrific and the duck wings couldn’t have been better! I’ll definitely be back & recommend this place to anyone in the area!”
“A nice little place that has been in the downtown for close to 20 years. You enter through the bar that is roomy while also having hightop tables. When entering main dining, the first thing we noticed was the piano player, which is a super-cool touch! He played some fun songs, including some of his own, cracked jokes, and also interacted with the crowd while not being intrusive at all. My wife and I each got a martini (Dirty Gin for her and Honey Nut Cheerio for me) and both were delicious. As an appetizer, we got Eggplant Melanzane, which was light, had great flavor, and a delicious vodka sauce. My better half had a Caesar salad with probably the best Caesar dressing we have ever had. I went with the gorgonzola salad that had a nice, tart raspberry vinaigrette. For our entrees, she had the chicken special, which featured thin chicken breast and portobello mushrooms in a port wine sauce, topped with gorgonzola. It was very earthy and deep, a worthy special. I had the Pollo Sambuca, which is the same thin chicken breast with shrimp and mushrooms in a creamy sambuca sauce. It was very flavorful and slightly sweet. The anise is there, but not distracting. This was a solid meal! Our server, Thellenza, was attentive and informative. She made sure we understood all of the specials and took care of anything we asked. The rest of the staff is also helpful, too, and we were never in need of anything for long at all. The adult beverages that we enjoyed were definitely tasty, we just wish they had more of a wine and beer selection. Food: 9 Service: 10 Atmosphere: 10 Adult Drink Selection: 8 Overall: 9.25”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Extraordinary is an understatement. This establishment is phenomenal in every aspect, from its atmosphere to the family ownership, cuisine, and pricing. I highly recommend Anthony's with absolute certainty, and I appreciate supporting small, family-owned businesses.  #LoveMyFamilia”
“My Family Enjoyed Mother's Day at your Marvelous Brazilian Steak House this past Saturday, Everything from Walking in the Door:.. Atmosphere, Staff, Servers, Management, Hot Food Bar, Salad Bar, Drinks, Cocktails, Coffee and of Course, the Various Brazilian Steaks, Lamb, Chicken Servings Carved at the Table are Beyond 5 Star! Dining at Ipanema Grille is a Delightful and Delicious Experience, it's Actually an Event to be Shared with Friends and Family! Mary Rose Tolerico”
“The service is EXCEPTIONAL. The food is delicious. The tortillas and tortilla chips are so fresh, the queso and guacamole is second to none and did I mention the service? Hands down the best.”
“If you are near Abe's Deli you really should stop in. We were greeted by a number of very friendly staff. From the moment you walked in, you knew you're in a very popular spot. A number of people came in and where greeted by name. And the pastrami reuben and oatmeal raisin were excellent.”
“My spouse and I have been dining in at Sacco's for the last few years and it has always been a great experience. We have been ordering the subs like the chicken parmesan and eggplant Parmesan. The food tastes so good and is always of great quality. The prices are very reasonable too. The staff are always friendly, extremely accommodating and professional.”
“Sunday afternoon brunch with my daughter, the turkey club was wonderful and the $4. mimosas wow! Very nice bartenders & waitstaff...”
“16th Ward was one of the few places open late on a Sunday as my wife and I were driving home from a long trip. We received absolutely amazing service, great drinks, and phenomenal food! Every aspect of our time at 16 Ward was top-notch! Having just had two disappointing dinners the past two nights at two highly acclaimed restaurants in the Fingers Lakes, 16th Ward was not a planned stop but was an amazing discovery! We will be back many more times! It was not until I went to write a review (something I rarely ever do), that I realized that our amazing host/server was the owner. He could not have been nicer! Amazing experience and priced well below what many of us often pay for much lower quality food, drinks, and service. Thank you!”
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“A nice little place that has been in the downtown for close to 20 years. You enter through the bar that is roomy while also having hightop tables. When entering main dining, the first thing we noticed was the piano player, which is a super-cool touch! He played some fun songs, including some of his own, cracked jokes, and also interacted with the crowd while not being intrusive at all. My wife and I each got a martini (Dirty Gin for her and Honey Nut Cheerio for me) and both were delicious. As an appetizer, we got Eggplant Melanzane, which was light, had great flavor, and a delicious vodka sauce. My better half had a Caesar salad with probably the best Caesar dressing we have ever had. I went with the gorgonzola salad that had a nice, tart raspberry vinaigrette. For our entrees, she had the chicken special, which featured thin chicken breast and portobello mushrooms in a port wine sauce, topped with gorgonzola. It was very earthy and deep, a worthy special. I had the Pollo Sambuca, which is the same thin chicken breast with shrimp and mushrooms in a creamy sambuca sauce. It was very flavorful and slightly sweet. The anise is there, but not distracting. This was a solid meal! Our server, Thellenza, was attentive and informative. She made sure we understood all of the specials and took care of anything we asked. The rest of the staff is also helpful, too, and we were never in need of anything for long at all. The adult beverages that we enjoyed were definitely tasty, we just wish they had more of a wine and beer selection. Food: 9 Service: 10 Atmosphere: 10 Adult Drink Selection: 8 Overall: 9.25”
“16th Ward was one of the few places open late on a Sunday as my wife and I were driving home from a long trip. We received absolutely amazing service, great drinks, and phenomenal food! Every aspect of our time at 16 Ward was top-notch! Having just had two disappointing dinners the past two nights at two highly acclaimed restaurants in the Fingers Lakes, 16th Ward was not a planned stop but was an amazing discovery! We will be back many more times! It was not until I went to write a review (something I rarely ever do), that I realized that our amazing host/server was the owner. He could not have been nicer! Amazing experience and priced well below what many of us often pay for much lower quality food, drinks, and service. Thank you!”
“We happened upon this restaurant while we were visiting Scranton for the Italian Festival. We walked in on Sunday afternoon and the bar was open and they allowed us to have a drink and cool off. After speaking with Jennifer about a reservation for later in the evening she put us in touch Benny, the owner. He said they could accommodate our party of eight for a 6pm reservation. Angelica was our primary server but others, including Benny jumped in a gave us a great experience! All of us walked away with one of the best restaurant experiences we ever had. And the crazy thing is with the festival going on right outside their doors and being crazy busy they did an exceptional job making sure we always had a beverage and communicating with us! Was our final night in Scranton and it was by far the best night! Thank you all and definitely recommend this place to anyone!”
“You will not find better Chinese food and service in the area. For a while, I enjoyed the buffet. This place was the hookup during college/covid. I can’t tell you how many nights this place has fed me. The price is reasonable, there are so many things to buy outside of the food, and the take out is actually amazing. I recommend the mango shrimp with lo mien instead of white rice. Best Chinese dish I have had. I am welcomed like family and will never forget this place. Whether you are in college, local, or passing by, give qqs buffet a try. They also deliver!
Parking: Huge commercial lot by McDonald’s”
“What a wonderful visit we had. Myself and two daughters enjoyed the breadsticks and salad, which were delicious and accompanied by 3 entrees, which were wonderful. However, the best part by far of our visit was the waitress Rena. I never met a more friendly, but not over the top waitress. She didn't Miss A beat and had the most genuine energetic smile and personality. I would go back to just visit her. I sure hope she works on tuesdays every week. Thank you Rena”
“I recently visited this place, and it was a fantastic experience! The food was absolutely delicious, full of flavor, and made with fresh ingredients. Every bite was a treat!
Highly recommend it for anyone looking for great food and excellent service. I’ll definitely be back!”
“Coopers is an amazing place for any family!!!My family and I travel over an hour away from NY to enjoy your delicious food!!! Our server today was Becky and she was absolutely wonderful!!! She fits right in with the Coopers atmosphere!!!!! I'm sure we will be back soon!!!!! You guys never disappoint!!!”
“Enjoying a pleasant meal out is always a treat, and Stirna's never fails to impress. My husband and I chose it for our anniversary dinner, and from the moment we stepped inside, the wait staff provided top-notch service, making us feel genuinely welcome. The food was delicious, and those legendary Stirna's brownies are always a must for a sweet treat. Much thanks to Cathy and her team.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Last night a waitress here clearly tried to rob us! I paid $45 cash then wanted to put the rest on my card. She came back said the card machine was broken ( no big deal) My dad handed her a $50 bill&she never brought his change back. I asked her for a receipt to show we paid, she gave me a song and a dance about having to go write up another receipt. We had already been there for 2 hours & I had to leave, on my way way home I realized I forgot to leave tip on table so I called to give my cc info to leave the tip. later that evening I got a call back saying I never fully paid the bill. That waitress took his $50 and pocketed it!! When I spoke to her on phone she flat out lied!!, even though I told her (after I paid) that she never gave him the change she even said (oh I owe you whatever the amount was) She said we never gave her the $50!?! my elderly dad clearly pulled it out of his wallet & handed it to her. Thankfully Christine the manager took care of everything for us! Btw it wasn't Wendy she was awesome it was the other lady there on 2/22 evening short dark hair! Needless to say we won't be back! Why would I ask for a receipt or change back if we didn't pay you!?!?!?!?!?!But watch who you hire Sidels... She a bad one!! To try and steal from an elderly man with dementia!?!?! Karma is a b**** girly, I hope your mom is proud of you!! Ty Christine and Wendy for being a great waitress! Food was wonderful! and never had another issue here!”
Takeout Restaurants
“Hello, What a marvelous treat & surprise! Stopped in June 2, gnocchi special, marvelous! But the real treat was the most cordial, professional, amazing, friendly, & the list can continue❤️❤️👍 We met “Frankie” by far Northeastern Pennsylvania’s best of the best, Bartender! We are visiting from Flordia and we were welcomed by Frankie. Food great! Service above & beyond! I would encourage everyone to stop in great specials & Frankie is just warm & welcoming!😊😊😊😊👍👍👍👍 Sorry, I forgot to take pictures! We will return, highly recommend.”
“Came twice over the last two weeks. The first time I came I ordered the drunken noodles and the vegetable spring rolls. I also shared a salad with my friend. I can't remember the name of the salad but it has some fruit in it . Everything was delicious. I came back again because I wanted to try the curry I ordered the green curry and my SO had the ma suman curry level 3 spicy. Both were excellent! Intend to make this a regular spot. The chef definitely takes pride in their work.”
“I never leave reviews, but I was so impressed by my experience here on Saturday that I just feel like I really have to. My girlfriends and I met here for a girls night over the weekend and every single one of the four of us had nothing but great things to say about the whole evening. The service vibes were IMMACULATE; from the hostess, to the server, to the bartender, everyone added a positive energy to the restaurant. The food and drinks.. MY GAWD. We ordered quite a bit of food for the four of us to share, and there was not one single thing that we didn’t love; seriously, we talked about how good the food was for hours to everyone any anyone who would listen. Its two days later and I’m still talking about it and telling my husband that we need to make a reservation for our next date night. Seriously, one of the best restaurant experiences I have ever had.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“The service was excellent—our waitress Danny was friendly and attentivel. The burrata was hands down the best we’ve had—creamy, fresh, and crunchy pistachios on top. We also tried the chicken parmesan and the pork chop. The pork chop had a nice crunch on the outside, though we felt it could use a bit more seasoning inside. The Albariño white wine was a perfect pairing, it is not easy to find Spanish wine around.”
“Just dined here tonight for the first time. It was wonderful! Our server, Abigail was professional and friendly. The food was fantastic. The Brooklyn Bomber pizza was terrific and the duck wings couldn’t have been better! I’ll definitely be back & recommend this place to anyone in the area!”
“Waldo’s has become my all-time favorite place to get wings! Both boneless and bone in, the flavor selection and taste is superb! I get the xtra mild sauce which doesn’t irritate my heartburn. The crisp is perfect. Waldo’s gives HUGE portions to the point where myself and my partner have to share a meal & we still have leftovers! You get an amazing value for what you’re paying, which is a very affordable price to begin with. The staff is always friendly and attentive, even when the place is packed. The patio is really nice to sit at. They have bands and live music from time to time as well. I can’t recommend Waldo’s enough!”
“Wow! Menu..Service..Food... Wow!
I am passing through town and saw the Viewpoint Diner on my way to the hotel. After looking it up and calling to confirm that breakfast was served all day, I headed over for dinner. As the host walked me to my booth, I saw the specials board and amazing looking meals in front of multiple patrons, and my breakfast for dinner plans went out the window. The menu is more than that of any old diner. It was a broad, colorful menu with professional pictures of most of the meals. I was immediately greeted by my waitress & her trainee but needed more time with the expansive menu. I ended up selecting Stuffed Shrimp (crab) and veggies and salad. I should have taken pictures, but I was too excited. Everything tasted as amazing as it looked, and the portions were hearty. The waitstaff was attentive and friendly. The whole experience was such a pleasant surprise! I wish I was going to be in town long enough to go back and try the breakfast.
The atmosphere was great. The exterior was well lit with awnings displaying their menu categories, the interior clean and inviting. It seemed like at least a few of the other tables were local regulars, which I consider a great thing.
My only suggestion would be that they round out their profile on Google to include the menu to help others find them. I didn't find what I was looking for there and took a gamble and won this time. 😉
If you get a chance, go! You won't be disappointed.”
“We had our daughter’s first birthday party in the event space at the deli. It was the best experience I have ever had with a restaurant. They were very accommodating, friendly, and helpful. Our family and friends raved about the food and the space was beautiful. I would recommend them a million times over!!”
“Last night I picked up a tray of pepperoni pizza at Maronis. I wish I took a picture of it. It was perfect. Better than a 10!!! And the picture would never outdo the taste. One of the best I ever had and we've been getting our pizza here for almost 5 decades. Hands down, over and over, consistently the best!!”
“sheri is an amazing bartender! she is so attentive and makes sure the customer is taken care of! she is so kind and makes conversation with you even if she’s busy! def recommended this place!”
“This is the worst cheese steak I've ever had! The meat was very cold and the vegetables on the sandwich were not fresh at all. The atmosphere and service was great though.”
“We happened upon this restaurant while we were visiting Scranton for the Italian Festival. We walked in on Sunday afternoon and the bar was open and they allowed us to have a drink and cool off. After speaking with Jennifer about a reservation for later in the evening she put us in touch Benny, the owner. He said they could accommodate our party of eight for a 6pm reservation. Angelica was our primary server but others, including Benny jumped in a gave us a great experience! All of us walked away with one of the best restaurant experiences we ever had. And the crazy thing is with the festival going on right outside their doors and being crazy busy they did an exceptional job making sure we always had a beverage and communicating with us! Was our final night in Scranton and it was by far the best night! Thank you all and definitely recommend this place to anyone!”
Cheap Eats
“Please make it a point to find and visit this nostalgic local coffee shop! It always has a fun vibe and it’s great to meet local folks and patronize our independent businesses. The BlackWatch cafe is adorable, cozy, so unique. The selection is so innovative so it has a lot more to offer than just coffee. They definitely have a foam art and they do not disappoint here. They have smoothie that people rave about as well! But can we talk about the building itself? The roaring fireplace at the entry is perfect for a winter’s day or Autumn night! It's loaded with history and decorated with classic literary and fan pieces, interesting conversation pieces, and fun works of art. Not to mention what Pat is doing with the outside patio…. it’s such an asset to Scranton and the sad thing is, no one knows it’s there! do yourself a favor, pass out DD and ⭐️ bucks for the BlackWatch Cafe Nay Aug Park in Scranton,PA!”
“The best chocolate chip cookie I have ever had
Nice staff
For the chalkboard wall I would recommend them to get the color black so if people make a mistake or if you are making a pizza that might want to put a black olive on it
Kid-friendliness: Vary nice staff and a big chalk wall”
“a hidden gem you should definitely know about. The staff here are incredibly welcoming, the food is top-notch, and their desserts are a must-try. This morning, I’m indulging in my all-time favorite breakfast sandwich: sausage, bacon, egg, and cheese on a perfectly toasted hard roll. Honestly, nothing satisfies quite like this!”
“I hosted my 20th class reunion there this past Saturday and the space was perfect! They provided large round tables and chairs as well as long ones. The area was clean upon arrival and accommodated whatever we asked for. We had ~70 guests with more than enough standing room. We also had a live DJ and a photographer. I brought in cocktail table which helped bring out my vision more as I wanted limited sitting to ensure people socialized. Bartenders were super friendly and provided great customer service to my guests. 20/10 would I recommend and definitely an awesome place to host a party!”
“The food was amazing! Staff was very nice and attentive. We will definitely be going back soon!”
“Food is excellent ! People in our party had porketta, fries,onionrings, pulled pork , meatball sandwich,pizza, mac n cheese and assorted drinks...Bar drinks were on point very good...Food was amazing....Staff and chef very nice he even came out and said hi to the baby! We have been here before and always great!”
“Amazing Service & phenomenal food, The Owners were awesome to talk too. We’ll be back soon”
“I just moved to the Scranton/Dunmore area from New York City. I was looking for a local place to “hang my hat”. After trying several local establishments, someone told me I should try Crotti’s on Ash. I met Sheila, the owner, who is fantastic about managing, serving and booking the bands for the place.
I walked in on a Monday night and saw Clarence Spady playing a rendition of “Hey Joe” that floored me. If you don’t know who Clarence is- Google him. I’ve been coming back ever since. Every band or person that plays here is extremely impressive and high quality. Coming from NYC, it’s difficult to impress me but everything about this place is awesome. The people here are warm, good-hearted souls that make everyone feel welcome- Even a displaced person from New York City!”
“The food took over 2 hours to come out. The waitress seemed clueless. Not very attentive or showed any concern. The best part was they brought out 2 meals for our table and then came back and said they delivered it to the wrong table! One of the two Mac and cheese bowls was being eaten at that time. They took the "untouched" mac and cheese back to the kitchen. Waitress came back out within 2 minutes and served it to the correct table 🤯 Also there was a hair in my French fries. The ambiance is cool. I don't think the food was out of this world. I would never go here again, sadly.”
Latest Reviews
“Last night I picked up a tray of pepperoni pizza at Maronis. I wish I took a picture of it. It was perfect. Better than a 10!!! And the picture would never outdo the taste. One of the best I ever had and we've been getting our pizza here for almost 5 decades. Hands down, over and over, consistently the best!!”
“First time we ordered here ( 3/6/22), totally excellent eats!! The sauted clams are totally to die for, the wing platter ( 3 seperate flavors ), totally love all 3 flavors, wings were nice & crispy, awesome flavor!! Homemade pierogies are Absolutely Phenomenal, cod piccata was delicious, DEFINITELY going back again!!”
“Food is excellent ! People in our party had porketta, fries,onionrings, pulled pork , meatball sandwich,pizza, mac n cheese and assorted drinks...Bar drinks were on point very good...Food was amazing....Staff and chef very nice he even came out and said hi to the baby! We have been here before and always great!”
“I Had* been trying every single place within 50 miles of the Poconos, i even went to NY to try to find really good tacos, I have to say this is the best place you can go for real Authentic Mexican Cuisine this side of Philidelphia food truck tacos! I have since brought my family and friends and we can all agree this is the best place to eat in Scranton. Enjoy!”
“My Son and l just ate for the first time at Yankee Taqueria the most delicious authentic flavor packed moist Mexican food ever. And I always say I really don’t like Mexican food I love what I eat tonight excellent excellent chefs very sweet food server I even walked out with a Pretty Pink Rose .”
“Please make it a point to find and visit this nostalgic local coffee shop! It always has a fun vibe and it’s great to meet local folks and patronize our independent businesses. The BlackWatch cafe is adorable, cozy, so unique. The selection is so innovative so it has a lot more to offer than just coffee. They definitely have a foam art and they do not disappoint here. They have smoothie that people rave about as well! But can we talk about the building itself? The roaring fireplace at the entry is perfect for a winter’s day or Autumn night! It's loaded with history and decorated with classic literary and fan pieces, interesting conversation pieces, and fun works of art. Not to mention what Pat is doing with the outside patio…. it’s such an asset to Scranton and the sad thing is, no one knows it’s there! do yourself a favor, pass out DD and ⭐️ bucks for the BlackWatch Cafe Nay Aug Park in Scranton,PA!”
Most Popular Restaurants
“One of the few reviewers who was eating pizza at Alfredo's before The Office.
It was good to stop at an old favorite today, and pleasantly surprised they not only have a gluten free option now, but it also did not make me ill 2 pieces in from cross contamination like a lot of pizza places. I'd post pictures, but we were too busy eating and forgot to get any.”
“Wow! Menu..Service..Food... Wow!
I am passing through town and saw the Viewpoint Diner on my way to the hotel. After looking it up and calling to confirm that breakfast was served all day, I headed over for dinner. As the host walked me to my booth, I saw the specials board and amazing looking meals in front of multiple patrons, and my breakfast for dinner plans went out the window. The menu is more than that of any old diner. It was a broad, colorful menu with professional pictures of most of the meals. I was immediately greeted by my waitress & her trainee but needed more time with the expansive menu. I ended up selecting Stuffed Shrimp (crab) and veggies and salad. I should have taken pictures, but I was too excited. Everything tasted as amazing as it looked, and the portions were hearty. The waitstaff was attentive and friendly. The whole experience was such a pleasant surprise! I wish I was going to be in town long enough to go back and try the breakfast.
The atmosphere was great. The exterior was well lit with awnings displaying their menu categories, the interior clean and inviting. It seemed like at least a few of the other tables were local regulars, which I consider a great thing.
My only suggestion would be that they round out their profile on Google to include the menu to help others find them. I didn't find what I was looking for there and took a gamble and won this time. 😉
If you get a chance, go! You won't be disappointed.”
“What a wonderful visit we had. Myself and two daughters enjoyed the breadsticks and salad, which were delicious and accompanied by 3 entrees, which were wonderful. However, the best part by far of our visit was the waitress Rena. I never met a more friendly, but not over the top waitress. She didn't Miss A beat and had the most genuine energetic smile and personality. I would go back to just visit her. I sure hope she works on tuesdays every week. Thank you Rena”
“Extraordinary is an understatement. This establishment is phenomenal in every aspect, from its atmosphere to the family ownership, cuisine, and pricing. I highly recommend Anthony's with absolute certainty, and I appreciate supporting small, family-owned businesses.  #LoveMyFamilia”
“The food is super delicious and the service is excellent.”