Restaurants near Villanova

“Got a pie from where my dad used to get pizza when he went to Villanova and all I have to say is those college students don’t know how good they have it to live walking distance to such a great pie. It’s affordable, it was fresh and hot, and it was fantastic. I swear the pizza I ate in college should be illegal! Really really delicious”

“Have you experienced the new Summer menu yet? Maybe you tried this restaurant on a busy Saturday morning and the long wait for a table then is preventing you from exploring the menu now? This month is a perfect time to visit again - many local customers are off from school, or off on vacation. So wait times are short, while the summer first watch menu is awesome. Enjoy! (It’s always a good idea to use the first watch app to check in, just in case everyone else has also decided this is the perfect time to visit)”

“Great made-to-order spicy Chicken cutlet sandwich on a long roll, and sweet chile wings! Both were delish! and my sons both loved what they got. Next time you're getting wings or having people, check out Charlies in Villanova! So good!”

“My wife and I ate here last night (6/27/23), after dropping our son off at St. Joseph's University orientation, and generally speaking, it was fantastic. Our waitress, Jen, was at the forefront of why our experience was so positive. She was attentive, and really engaged us in conversation. We split the cheesesteak eggroll appetizer, which was delicious. For our entree, my wife got a salad with a giant meatball (don't know the name...sorry, LOL). I went with baked lasagna, and I felt the portion was more than enough. I typically finish everything, but we brought a little bit of lasagna home, along with what was left of her salad. We couldn't pass up dessert, and there was a lot to choose from. We settled on the zeppoles, which did NOT disappoint. The 3.5% charge to pay with a card, isn't ideal, but it is clearly stated, on a sign on the hostess station, as soon as you walk in. If that's a possible dealbreaker, there is a cash machine in the restaurant, if you want to pay with cash. We would (and probably will, at some point over the next four years) return!”

“Great food, great service, great team!”

“Delicious coffee and treats, yummy healthy options too. The staff is super friendly. Support local businesses!”

“D. Burger and fries at $25 extremely overpriced. Otherwise everything was fine”

“I was visiting Villanova and a good friend brought me to Nova Grill. The owner was over the top nice and accommodating. His Greek Hospitality did shine. Instantly felt like a regular. The place was spotless and well set up. All cleanliness and proper measure were followed perfectly. The food was plentiful, cooked and presented well and hot ( often forgot these days). The Locaniko ( Loukaniko) was spot on in flavor. I will most definitely stop in again when in the area. Highly recommended.”

“My son has a single this year in St. Mary Hall. We couldn't be happier with this dorm. The room has a much larger sink and surrounding counter space than he had last year when he was in Good Council. Nice size closet, desk, and 4 drawer chest. Another plus is that the bookstore and cafeteria are also in this building. He is a sophomore and was very luck to get a single.”

“Very well kept and welcoming place. They offer big portions and for affordable rates. I enjoyed the food very much and the waiters were super welcoming and informative. Will definitely recommend this spot.”

“Huge Starbucks fans, but we made mistakes on a recent order. But that's okay. Amazing Barista EVA was a tremendous help and got us what we wanted. THANK YOU, EVA!! You're the best!!”

“Amazing definitely go try rainbow or cotton candy. Great sized!”

“This was my second visit to Ripplewood Whiskey & Craft, and my first time experiencing their happy hour—and it did not disappoint. The menu had a great variety, and I enjoyed both the drinks and the pork bao buns.

A standout “happy accident” was ordering the pretzel rolls with truffle butter… absolutely amazing. That alone is worth coming back for.

The bartenders were attentive and provided great service throughout our visit. We also tried the deviled eggs, which were just okay for me—the mustard base was a bit too strong for my taste.

Overall, Ripplewood is a lovely spot with a relaxed vibe and nice outdoor seating in the back. It’s a great place for drinks, small bites, and a chill evening out.”

“Had the Cheesesteak pizza tavern style which is our go to. We get this quite often and it’s delicious every time. I wish I had a picture but I’ll add next time because I’m sure we’ll have it again shortly”

“We love the croissant and bagels! Can’t wait to try more yummy things next week! And it’s AMAZING to have delivery.”

“Our food was delicious, drinks good and great service . Thanks for serving us with our first experience here. Congrats on your opening !!”

“Delicious dinner and friendly staff! The burrata salad was very good, a must have! The scallop appetizer was unique and tasty, highly recommend. The Chilean sea bass in truffle sauce was A+++, one of the best I’ve ever had. The dessert at the end make the dinner complete! Compliments to the chef Volodymyr Hyvel! Wonderful experience and atmosphere. Can’t wait to come back.”

“Their fahsa, khubz and haneeth are amazing. Their chicken mandi was alright, lamb chops didn't turn out well when I ordered. Would still come back for their fahsa. Still a great value for the quality of the other items that I mentioned.”

“Claire was awesome upstairs at the bar!!! Her recommendations were amazing for food and spirits!”

“Our food was fresh, delicious, and healthful. The service was charming. And the space is warm and inviting. We recommend it to everyone!”

“This is the 3rd time I have been to local 44 for brunch. We ordered the brussel sprouts, west philly breakfast (sub scrambled eggs), brunch burger. Very tasty - loved the fluffy eggs!
Great service from our server and server-in-training!
Will always return for brunch here”

“Excellent dining experience. Service, by Kai, was as good as the food. A tad pricey, but this kind of cuisine and professional service should be. BYOB saves a few bucks, so I will be back. The endive salad with a Dijon vinaigrette was sublime and the Red Snapper the best we’ve had. Oh, and the New York strip steak was mouthwatering and cooked to perfection. Treat yourself and experience what fine dining is.”

“Great atmosphere, service and food.”

“Can’t say enough good things about Johnny’s. Awesome square and round pizzas. The cheesesteaks are even better(order with cooper sharp). Very nice and friendly team. Can’t recommend them enough.”

“The heart of Conshohocken.”

“We love all of the Pier restaurants! Brain and team work hard at making the atmosphere welcoming and their food is creative and delicious!”

“Great food , must have the tea cold tea .”

“A great experience from start to finish”

“A great place to eat with nice seating either inside or outside. I love the food here and how they’re able to accommodate me with my allergies.”