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name: Chris's Sandwich Shop, address: 1531 W Wynnewood Rd, city: Ardmore, latitude: 39.9972988, longitude: -75.2922074, is_open: closed, categories: American (Traditional), Restaurants, Pizza, Sandwiches, Meat Shops, Food, Wraps, Delis, Specialty Food, Salad, text: This place is sadly perm closed. I was hoping not, however the phone is now disconnected. Really want this place to succeed,
They are attentive, customer service oriented, etc.
Place is clean and bright.
I had really high expectations. Sandwiches were fine. Didn't blow me away, but they were fine.
I probably need to try it a few more times to get a better sense... One of the best hoagies I've ever had. The prosciutto used in my classic italian was to die for.
I've heard through the neighborhood that this place was quite the dive years ago, so it seems like the new ownership has turned it around.
Lastly, the nice woman who made my hoagie was lightning fast. I was about to hop on my phone while waiting to check something, and the hoagie magically appeared on the counter. Amazing.
They have my vote. I'll absolutely be back again. Moving into our new house and I think the Italian hoagie saved my life. Happy to be living close.
Just ate lunch from there again today. 2 days in a row! Based on the reviews from the customers, I ordered 2 hoagies trays for a party. Everyone wanted to know where the hoagie trays came from....so Chris' Sandwich shop be prepared to increase your customer base because I gave out your information. The hoagies were awesome, we even had some people fixing to-go plates and hiding their hoagies. In other words, they became the hoagie-burglar, after taking a bite! I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area. Great gamble! The classic Italian hoagie is fantastic and a great value. Loved it! This Deli is Fantastic! They have been in the same location in Ardmore Forever. They make Delicious Hoagies the size of your Arm. Everything they use is quality! I like both their Tuna and Italian. If you ask for Hot Peppers they use Jalepenos instead of cherry peppers, which give it a little different flair. Delicious. FRESH! Good prices. Now my one and only hoagie pit stop. These are the best hoagies and pizza in Ardmore. The hoagies are sliced to order and they use that real strong stinky provolone on the Italian hoagies. Love it. The pizza is great. The white pizza is nice and garlicky and seasoned well. The grandma pizza is fantastic as well. I hope this place can get more of a following. The reviews for this place were very accurate. The subs are excellent,full of meat, and they really get them out fast. The staff is very friendly. The only confusing thing is the array of choices for an Italian hoagie. So many choices, so I got one of each and then shared with the family. This may be my new go to place for hoagies! Have a daughter at college in the area, so I will be visiting a lot more often. Perfect hoagies and all around great deli. Don't know what people are talking about rude staff. They are amazing! My dad was sick and they asked about him every time i went in there. When he was well, I brought him into the store and they were all so happy to see him. Where do people treat you like that anymore? I know people miss the old place and it was there a long time but the new owners have done a great job! Great sandwichs. Order 7 different ones so far . Loved them all. Meat is sliced thin so it melts in your mouth. Very friendly and the service is fast. SANDWICH SEASON is coming up people. Go check out this shop. You taste buds and stomach will thank you. So this was just fine, but didn't quite live up to the five-star average. I had an Italian hoagie. Meat and cheese were high quality and the bread was fresh, if a little soft for my taste. $8.00 for a footlong seemed more than reasonable.
The space is modest but well-kept and the folks running it could not have been nicer or more welcoming.
That being said, it just wasn't a five-star sandwich for me-- I prefer Carlino's and Soprano's. Definitely worth a stop, though. There are places in life that just make you happy you are an American !! Chris' Sandwich Shop in Ardmore is one of those places. I stopped on a whim on my way back to DC where a good sandwich shop is hard to find. They think Subway is good down here!! Thank God Philly is only a couple hours north. Trust me I bring a cooler.
Just a great corner shop with customer service that is amazing. I stayed for 30 minutes just talking. It was great. If it were not for the money and tons of jobs in DC I'd be back in Philadelphia in a second.
Jason Blum
"Chris Classic" Favorite Italian hoagie in the area. Other sandwiches are great as well! I have ordered a party tray from them and my family really enjoyed the options they offered. Their chicken salad is tasty as well. Sandwiches are made quickly and consistently well every time I order. I really like their roast beef Panini and I grabbed a bag of jalapeno kettle chips and a soda to eat with my sandwich, best combo ever. Staff is welcoming and friendly too! I would definitely come back again Chris' is all about the sandwiches! They kill it in here.
New menu is awesome. They really care that the sandwiches are the best quality meats and ingredients. Chris is usually here and the staff is friendly and fast.
Nice place to sit and have a great sandwich. This place is great! Never have I received a bad sandwich or Hogie from here. One of the best hogie shops in the area. Try it you'll love it. They will make any sandwich you want, that is loaded with meat and cheese. Want extra peppers, no problem. A quality product a reasonable price. You've all heard the saying, "When in Rome..." Well my own personal saying is "When you live in Ardmore, buy in Ardmore..." No really sure if that makes any sense but you catch my drift. I'm all for the mom and pop establishments, the ones that have lasted years upon years and are being slowly outrun by larger more conglomerate type companies. J & G Deli, better known as J & G Lunchmeat Villa, is a favorite local spot of mine...Over stuffed, mouth watering hoagies made fresh on the spot; all kinds of homemade pasta to buy and pass off as your own (oops did I say that out loud?); all types of sandwiches made to order (my personal favorite is "The Sinatra" --try it; you'll like it...); anything you are looking for at more expensive Italian type markets, you'll definitely find here but at a cheaper price. They even make their own homemade red tomato pie...yum..(but if you are having a big party don't forget to order the pie well in advance). The people behind the counter are definitely the friendliest that I have ever encountered. Two thumbs up for J & G.!!! I promise you'll like it. Delicious, finger licking good, and reasonably priced. Hoagies can feed a buffalo, so don't hesitate in coming down. I ate mine...it was great...but now I have trouble getting up as I am soooooo full. I think this sandwich shop has gotten even better since the last time I ate here! The Italian hoagie is fantastic. I considered ordering an extra for the road, but I am fairly certain I couldn't stuff a second sandwich in my body. The medium is an excellent size and I can't imagine the larger size. Do yourself a favor and eat a sandwich tonight. Looking for the best sandwich in Ardmore? Look no further. Try the "Outlaw"... yum. Great quality, always fresh and delicious. Best Hoagies in Ardmore area. Salads are very good. The few times I ordered party trays, the crowd really liked the hoagies and asked where I got them from. Very pleased. I first discovered this great sandwich shop last year. I ordered the Italian hoagie and it was awesome and delicious! The guys working there are great too. I only wish central PA had an Italian sandwich shop like this one [sigh]. Can't wait to stop in again sometime. Definitely recommend! Chris is a small restaurant that has your typical pizza / sandwich options. The interior consists of a small dining flanked by a counter. I tried their Italian hoagie and it was actually very good. I will be back if I'm in the area. This deli is nothing special. Solid sandwiches but nowhere near paganos, p&s or centrellas which are in the area.
I love their chicken salad. Just added seeded rolls to their repetoire. I'm not sure what to say about J&G that hasn't already been said, but I'll try. Every sandwich I've gotten there has been absolutely delicious, and the place has a great family attitude. Prices are reasonable, and there's a good assortment of chips, snacks, and drinks (along with limited Italian groceries). It's definitely a local institution, and when your in Ardmore, one of the best places to get a sandwich. The only real competition in quality is Carlino's, which is only a couple hundred yards down the street.
Note: Yelp shows it to be in the wrong place, I think it's actually at 373 W County Line. In any case it's right on the corner of County Line & Wynnewood Rd. I've been back here at least 5 times since. It's still the best hoagie I've had. I'm moving in a few months and will shed a tear not being able to walk a few blocks for a large classic Italian. This place was top dog when it came to Italian Specialties before Carlino's came into play. It is family owned and run by John (owner) Gary (his son) and sometimes his wife will be slinging out lottery tickets, or helping out in the back. Nice lady, good family and they treat every customer in there like they were a part of their own. Right there you know customer service is something they believe in.
Their sandwich's are good in size, definitely better than Wawa, the freshness alone stands out there. It's a gonna be a good hoagie when you see and hear the hum of that slicer going. Slice after slice of those meats and cheeses in front of you, knowing it is there to soley satisfy your hunger. Not like other places that keep their meats and cheeses in a stainless steel dish, or a plastic dish. Those leave that taste of blah i guess, don't really know how to describe "blah " but I'm sure a facial expression explains "blah" better.
I myself like to add roasted peppers , and long hots on any of their sandwich's.. just brings out the flavor even more. Now if you are a mayo fan, and want it on your sandwich , please don't do it. Adding mayo will just bastardize the whole experience.
***side note- I personally think the sandwich's could be bit bigger, more meat, pack it in there i say ***
In all you will be pleased with any of the fine selections, and you will be treated like family when you visit. All time number one. The SInatra Bomber. If you dare. I dare you. The end. They have changed the name of the place from J & G to Chris's Sandwich Shop & Deli. They've built out the seating area so you can dine-in comfortably or take out. No waiter service, you order at the counter. It's bright and CLEAN and super fast and friendly.
FOUR different styles of Italian hoagies plus many other choices and they were all delicious when we visited last weekend. Same bread - Sarcone's is my bet - and very generous with the meat portions.
Definitely still my favorite, no matter what the name of the place! Fantastic old style hoagies in a friendly, down to Earth deli. They've been there forever for a very good reason - great food, great service. They know who they are, what they do, and consistently they do it very well. Love their Italian hoagie with sweet peppers! Oh yeah and their hoagies are ginormous. As in, their medium easily feeds two people. So while it may seem 'pricey' you get a lot for your money here! The best place to get huge hoagies with all of the fixings. This place is the king of Sandwiches and really knows how to hook you up. you get the freshest ingredients, sharpest provolone, and the meats are piled high. My favorite is the "Dominik Diabla" - cooked hot with melted swiss, chicken breast, and whatever fixing you want.
The hoagies are HUGE so you should be able to have your hunger satisfied with a medium or large hoagie. but super-sized options are available. it is also a pretty good marketplace. J & G has recently been sold, so Faithful Dining Companion and I stopped by to see what did and didn't change.
First, they've cleared out most of the market shelving. No longer will patrons be able to pick up a box of pasta, some gravy, soup and bread. Instead, they've created a dining space by the deli counter with a wall of coolers filled with sodas and such. The 'back' dining area has been curtained off, and there's no shop entrance any longer off County Line Road.
The checkout counter is new, lower, broader and the whole presentation is much cleaner, brighter and more like a restaurant than a deli.
We both ordered the 'medium' (8") Italian Hoagie, which was made promptly. Bread is the same, hoagie is now featuring hard shaved parmesan cheese, which adds a pleasant 'bite' reminiscent of Tony Luke's at 4 & Oregon Aves in South Philly. It's a good taste, very distinctly old school Italian. It is a change from previous though and definitely separates them from the pack of Wawa and Primo's in the area.
Nice to see the place being taken care of with love, it was getting a bit worn down, and the changes to the classic Italian are a nice thumbs up. You still have our love, J & G! Obviously this deli has been around for awhile... It just has an old feel (in a good way). You walk in and there's no confusion as to what they serve here. A few chips and soda refrigerators on the side, but all of the good stuff is behind the counter. I've been here a few times now and haven't had a disappointing lunch here. The specialties have been posted on the wall behind the counter and a menu is to the left of them. Any of their hoagies with a side of long hots is a decent break for lunch., hours: {'Monday': '11:0-21:0', 'Tuesday': '11:0-21:0', 'Wednesday': '11:0-21:0', 'Thursday': '11:0-21:0', 'Friday': '11:0-21:0', 'Saturday': '11:0-21:0', 'Sunday': '11:0-21:0'} |
name: Manhattan Bagel, address: 200 York Road, city: Willow Grove, latitude: 40.1450535093, longitude: -75.116293, is_open: opening, categories: Restaurants, Food, Bagels, Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch, text: Love their asiago roll. That and a cup of coffee. .. good breakfast!
Friendly and fast service too.
Got too get there early for those rolls as they sell out. This place is almost always great... It gets 5 stars solely because of the young manager and their fast job. The older guy, probably the owner? Is not very welcoming. BAGEL NAZI! just kidding. The bathrooms could use some re vamping but thats why I avoid it. Definitely try the BLT or a honey grain bagel with cream cheese. It's delicious. The staff is friendly! Food is great, coffee is consistent. Overall my experience over the past few visits have been great. James and crew thanks for all you do in the community.
Variety of bagels are amazing! See you tomorrow crew! Came here for lunch this past week. We got some coupons in the mail for a buy a lunch sandwich and two drinks and get a free lunch sandwich. We were greeted at the door and the person at the counter offered suggestions about sandwiches. We ended up getting the chicken pesto bagel sandwich and the pastrami sandwich, as well as two drinks per the coupon.
The drink counter needs some re-vamping. I think it was around the time they were closing, and the iced tea smelled like a dirty bathroom. We poured out our tea and got coffee instead. Their iced coffee was better, but a little watered down. I like how you can put in squirts of different flavorings to your coffees, but these dispensers looked like they had been there for awhile.
I think what makes this place a 2 star is the condition of the actual restaurant. It reminds me of a really really old McDonald's in design. The bathrooms were really smelly, and there were around 10 flies buzzing around inside the eating area because they had their door propped open. It made me wonder about all the food behind the counter and how many flies had landed on it.
The sandwiches themselves were quite tasty. Loved the flavors of both sandwiches, although the pastrami probably won out. The pickle on my tray was a little dried out but I love pickles so I ate it anyway. They only give you a small condiment container size portion of either macaroni salad, potato salad, or something else that escapes my memory.
I wanted to love this place, and as good as the sandwiches were, the atmosphere really makes you not want to eat there. There needs to be a little more attention to detail. Worst bagels I've ever had, the place is dirty on the inside, terrible service and the manager is BEYOND rude. Even if the bagels were great I would still never come back because of the manager's attitude. Awesome joint! Today the place was dealing with a short staff in the middle of a blizzard and a lot of ppl coming in, and yet they were hustling a ton, food came out in a normal time and made perfectly. They were super polite (despite being stressed) and were great about filling the coffee pots as needed too. Summary: great bagel sandwiches, very good polite service, came through in the clutch. Great bagel sandwiches. Only complaint is they are very busy w long lines on the weekend mornings. Overall busy but good service, not great. Great bagels/sandwiches! Very rude staff. The looked miserable. I had to say excuse me twice to get the girl to look up from her cell phone. Then she proceeded to give me a look and instruct another miserable employee to help me. There are plenty of happy people who will be willing to take your job Ordered three bagel sandwiches and a person who ordered ten minutes after me got their food first. When I asked the cashier about the issue the made a face and said he was working on my order which was a lie because another person who ordered after me received their food before me. Still waiting......oh and the cashier had hickey's all over her neck. Bagels are pretty much my favorite thing ever. Unfortunately, the boyfriend does not feel the same way, so we must have driven past this place a few dozen times before I vetoed sushi the other day and insisted we come here for lunch instead.
They must have renovated since the two star review from 2010, as everything looked pretty damn new and clean to me. There was a short line, which gave us almost enough time to look over the menu and ogle the huge selection of bagels. I really just wanted my perfect bagel I've loved since I was a kid (sesame bagel with butter, cheese, lettuce and tomato), and there was no drama at all ordering it even though it wasn't on the menu. The boyfriend had a focaccia that looked delicious, and he said as much. The place was pretty packed, but we were able to snag a table right away as someone waiting for a to-go order vacated, and the food was brought to us in no time at all. Everything was spot on, right down to the potato salad.
Oh, and as we were leaving, the guy who took our order was eating his lunch at the next table, which is always a good sign, and he still stopped to thank us for coming.
Yummy food, happy employees, and a convenient location. Yes please. I decided to give this location a try and the service was sub par from the moment I walked through the door. I ordered the avocado, lettuce, and tomato bagel and the sandwich was mostly bread. I was only able to enjoy a third of it because of the lack of ingredients. I would not recommend this location. Place is clean & always busy. Its ok here I'm not a huge fan. I gave it 3 stars for the location, the cleanliness, their fresh food & drinks. this place continues to impress me. i stop in every tuesday on my way to work. i'm usually running a tight schedule, but these guys consistently get me out the door in literally 5-8 minutes. i get the same thing (egg and cheese, toasted onion bagel) every time and by the time i fix my coffee my food is ready and i'm out the door.
i can't stress enough the amazing service here. everyone is super friendly- the guy james is great- he knows my order before i even get up to the register. really A+ establishment. The outside of the store is poorly kept.
It's difficult to trust quality and cleanliness inside when the exterior
lacks care.
K.Tague One of the best authentic bagel houses. It is a little on the pricey side but if you want really really delicious bagels, this is the place to go to.
We had breakfast where we tried a spinach/egg/cheese on an everything bagel as well as the Lox on an onion bagel. Both were really tasty and freshly prepared. Lox comes with a heavy dose of cream cheese so be prepared for that. The capers in the Lox sandwich give it a really nice kick. The chai tea latte was OK, probably won't get it again. Hashbrowns are a little greasy.
They also sell bagels by the Baker's dozen, half dozen, or individually. They provide freezer bags if you want to save for later.
Parking can be cramped especially on weekend mornings but they offer additional parking in rear. This place is the worst. We've gone there a number of times based on convenience and the fact that they have decent food, but they have gotten our orders wrong more than half of the time. Will not be going back, no matter how convenient it is. I went here to grab breakfast the other day. The menu is simple, short and sweet. There were different varieties of bagels to choose from. The girl at the register had a hard time understanding my order when i order Bagel & Lox. she asked me what kind of bagel I asked for honey wheat everything. Somehow she put in the wrong order. As I am trying to hurry for work I was getting inpatient. she said there wasn't anymore everything bagel I just got tired because she does not seem to know how to put bagel and lox together. The bagel was good but it wasn't the greatest. The price is quite expensive, but of course it is a chain. Service and bagel is nothing that wow me. I'm just glad I made it to work on time. Not sure if I will be back. Have been coming here for a while but they have a new cashier who is rude and obnoxious. She asked if she could take the coupon I placed on the counter (I was busy pulling out my credit card and what would have been her tip), I said yes and she responded, "Yeah well you put it there so I didn't know what you wanted me to do with it." I looked at her funny and said, "Yeah well I'm not keeping the coupon so..." and she proceeded to say things like, "I just wanted to know what you wanted to do because you put it there and I don't know what I'm supposed to do with that." Let me make it easy for you--I won't come back--or I'll ask to see any of the other way nicer, less petty staff! Usually they are great but this new blonde lady is obnoxious. Who argues with a customer over a coupon? I tried not to mind her before (was trying to enjoy my breakfast recently but she kept singing Christmas carols loudly and way off key) but if she's going to be rude, forget it. I'll take my business elsewhere. Again...pulled up today at 2:40 when they close at 3 and the open sign is on. Walk up and the door is locked and the girl flips off the open sign right in front of me. Lolololol. I served tables for 11 years and that's a no no In the industry. First time coming here after not coming for 6 months because of bad service. What a taste that left.... My significant other and I LOVE ourselves some Manhattan Bagel. We recently moved to Willow Grove from Northwest Philadelphia where the one in our neighborhood left much to be desired. We joked about the not so happy staff, but then started coming to this location and let's just say this staff makes the staff in Philly look like the kids from the Sound of Music. Every time we walk in the staff almost groans with having to speak to a customer. The manager is friendly but his staff is absolutely miserable. We frequent here, and even as someone who has worked in food service for 10+ years and tips a dollar on just coffee alone, don't ever expect a smile or thank you from this staff. The woman at the register makes going in there a dread of an experience and is so rude. If you ask for a bagel they are out of they literally shoot daggers at you with their eyes, roll their eyes, and almost berate you for trying to choose a bagel you didn't know they were out of. Which how would I know since they put all the bagels away at 2:00 PM when they close at 3PM because they are trying to jet out of there. The chairs are already turned around and on top of the tables at 2. It's honestly the worst because we love the food but every time we go in and try to be friendly we leave feeling horrible at the customer service we just DID NOT receive. I know the treatment food service workers are put through. I try to be the sweetest and most easy going customer, but these people simply are terrible and make me feel awful for even trying to order a darn bagel! I gave this location 5 stars. Its always Clean & the food is made fresh. Staff is friendly & courteous! Amazing ! Amazing! Amazing! Delicious food. Get any breakfast sandwich you can get your hands on. Very tasty . Coffee is delicious . I was a wawa customer but after Manhatten bagel I will not go anywhere else again. They offer a delicious spread of cream cheeses, bagels, and baked goods for corporate or any team meetings. Update******
My husband and I went revisited this location after being invited back by the store manager. We received our order as we ordered it and the staff was much more accommodating. A week or so earlier I went in (due to an e-mail and promise of change by the manager) without my husband, I didn't tell the guy at the counter I was coming in the first time bc I figured its better to see if a place is better by how they treat their run of the mill customer. this place has truly changed for the better.
I have been here exactly 4 times and will NEVER go back.
My first experience was great, my husband and I got exactly what we asked for in a timely manner and with great customer service.
The second time I was there was becasue my car broke down in the parking lot adjacent to them and I wanted some water (and a bagel) because it was super hot and I was hungry. After I purchased my water I sat down ate my bagel and waited for my husband to let me know when he was there. I was asked to leave becasue there were customers waiting for tables. Excuse me I just purchased nearly $9.00 of food and drink that makes me a customer. That was beyond rude! On top of it I was 7 months pregnant when this happened
The third time I came in (my husband didnt know about the bad experience from the second visit) my husband adn I ordered a to-go order. My husband said he wanted a large coffee and the kid repeated the entire order back to us, including the coffee, but didnt ring it up. My husband was standing there waiting for his coffee cup and the kid was like "oh I didn't ring it up, did you still want it??" Why would you not ring it up he asked for it and you repeated the order to us, why would he, within seconds, choose he didnt want it? Additionally the coffee bar area was not stocked with milk/creamer and the sugar was empty. On top of it the hash browns we ordered were not cooked all the way and when they packaged them they stuck to one antoher and crimbled all over my car. We decided we would not be back again
We had not gone back for some time, about a month, when we had an issue with our kitchen so we could not prepare our own meals. I went there to get us some breakfast and OMG they screwed up royally! There was a bit of a line but nothing outrageous. I ordered a bagel sausage egg and cheese on a toasted everything bagel with a hot chocolate. the guy rang me up and gave me a cup and a number for my food. I went to the coffee bar and there was no hot chocolate so I went wback and told him I asked for a hot chocolate and he was like "Oh I didnt hear that" ....how do you get coffee out of hot chocolate? and I am pregnant, why would I want a large coffee??? anyway I went to the coffee bar adn it was again under stocked. The coffee flavors (hazelnut, vanillia, and caramel) were all empty so I couldnt get the hazelnut hot chocolate I wanted but I was in a rush to go somewhere so I didnt say anything. While I waited for my food they called out numbers of ppl who ordered AFTER me. After waiting about 15 minutes I finally got my order and left. I should have checked before I left. My bagel was not an evverything, it was a plain. It was not toasted and it had bacon not sausage. At the time I realized it was the wrong order I was already about to get on the turnpike so I just ate it bc I was already running late.
The quality of food is consistent with other Manhattan Bagel Co. stores but the service sucks adnt hey do NOT listen to what you say. This time I really will not be going back, ever! Oh and the configuration ofthe parking lot is totally absurd! Pretty pricey for breakfast sandwiches. You will easily drop $20 or more for two people for little breakfast sandwiches and beverages. The parking lot is super small,awkward shaped,difficult to get in and out of. They have weird hours that seem to change often. Inside is a bit cramped and there's a few super tiny tables that are lined up against the wall next the where people wait in line. So if you want to dine in you have to have someone's butt in your face while you eat. Awesome bagels and bagel sandwichs! So good. Enough said. Only complaint is that they close early. Today, at around 4:40 pm I decided I would commit to the 35 minute commute to my local Manhattan Bagel for dinner since I hadn't had it in a long time and I really wanted it. Prior, I had checked the Manhattan Bagel website for the hours, as well as google and it said 6 pm, which would give me plenty of time. To my dismay, after driving 35 minutes and arriving, this location was closed and had posted on their door that they close at 3 pm. I wouldn't mind them closing at 3 pm otherwise, however I was annoyed that this was not what was depicted on their website. If I had known this, I wouldn't have made the drive. This miscommuncation was very frustrating and needs to be fixed. We came here today on Nov. 23 thanksgiving 2017 and we expected to come and have great service as usual. As we were ordering our cashier Taylor was rude cussing under her breath and rolling her eyes as we were ordering. They took 45 mins to make 2 sandwiches and a bagel. It wasn't busy and it wasn't even close to closing. The workers making the food were cussing and freaking out about 3 small tickets. They also messed up our to lattes they were not even hot with no flavor and no whipped cream that we asked for. I don't think me and my boyfriend will be coming here again. Came here because I received a gift card for xmas. I always wanted to come here but the parking lot looked weird and hard to get into as well as out. I was correct about the parking lot and it didn't help that there was a snow storm a few days before and has piles of snow that doesn't make parking any easier. But the food is a different story! I ordered the Empire State Club on Spinach and cheese bagel and ordered a Bakers Dozen with two cream cheese for my family.
Empire State Club on Spinach and cheese bagel!! OMG IM IN LOVE!! I loved this! and I will definitely come back just for this. I forget how much this is but I will pay for it. LOL It taste was great it wasn't dry and the Spinach and cheese bagel was so delicious.
I ordered the Bakers Dozen with two cream cheese and the bagels were big and were tasty. I also got to choose the cream cheeses but I just played it safe and got two regular cream cheeses. My family loved them and asked me to buy this more often. I will definitely come back! Stopped in Wed and took advantage of their $3.50 bagel/cream cheese and coffee combo. The bagels here are probably the smallest I have ever seen. The cream cheese was good and a very healthy portion. Wish the bagels were bigger and there was a larger selection of cookies and other sweets. There were quite a few muffins, but limited selection of other sweets.
Coffee was good and both hot and cold are self service options.
Place has somewhat of an Einstein's Bagel vibe to it, even some of the fonts and layout of signage looked similar.
Worth coming back again, maybe need to get two bagels next time. Amazing food! clean and fast service can't wait to come back. Everyone here is super nice and make sure the meal comes out correctly. I was a regular costumer, till today. I ordered their Ranchero wrap (to go). Starting eating the first half to find a long light brown or blond hair coming out of the breakfast sandwich. Very disappointed, & gross, besides not having a clean work environment. They are always behind even if there is 10 people working and 3 customers. They always take the phone off the hook. The last 2 times I went in the pretended they didn't know and the other time told me it was dead and they didn't know. Quality of food has dropped drastically in the last few months Ordered a whitefish bagel. Missing completely. Ordered three with Turkey bacon. Got regular. Literally can't eat ANYTHING like, nothing, and was told to file a claim with Uber eats. WOW. Ok. At least my neighbors get some bagels! It's franchise bagels that are better than average as as those from a grocery store. Orders are rarely ever ready on time, and sometimes they aren't even aware of your order, leaving the staff frazzled and backed up. The prices on beverages and sandwiches are overpriced. There's no other competitors in the area and their location is prime. Called in an order to take brunch for my mom. Unfortunately the manager was on vacation, which seemed to leave chaos in the kitchen, and when I got to my mom's place, the sandwiches were literally empty inside! Whitefish salad ordered for both, but none on either one. See photos.
The manager made good on it the next week. She personally made me two huge sandwiches (we could've shared one) and didn't charge for either one. They also had credited my card for the empty sandwiches received a week earlier. So that manager fixed a negative situation.
On the plus side, the whitefish salad is kick ass, and their bagels are light and delicious. I also like that they put toppings on both sides of the bagel, not just on the top. This is definitely my go to place for picking up a bagel when I go to see my mom! What a grouch!! Lady was very rude, arrogant and unprofessional, no customer service skills, bad attitude, won't be returning there I'll stick to Panera Bagel is great! Crispy outside soft chewy inside... the service and cleanliness of the place is lacking. Not sure if I will come back., hours: {'Monday': '7:0-14:0', 'Tuesday': '7:0-14:0', 'Wednesday': '7:0-14:0', 'Thursday': '7:0-14:0', 'Friday': '7:0-14:0', 'Saturday': '7:0-14:0', 'Sunday': '7:0-14:0'} |
name: The Grey Stone Fine Food and Spirits, address: 552 Washington Crossing Rd, city: Newtown, latitude: 40.2560822087, longitude: -74.9169758062, is_open: opening, categories: American (Traditional), Restaurants, text: It was our first visit to the restaurant under new owners. The building never looked better and the food was great. I had the grilled pork chop with sautéed red onions and apples over roasted garlic mashed potatoes. The pork chop was perfectly cooked and the brown sauce was delicious. My wife had the Greek Feta Shrimp over pasta. It was also perfectly cooked. The craft beer menu is great - 24 beers. The only disappointment was the wait staff - which was polite but disorganized. No silverware, long wait for service. The garden salad was pedestrian. But entrees were perfectly cooked and the atmosphere is really nice. We will be back. Very disappointed. We made a Mother's Day brunch reservation over a week ago only to be told today they couldn't accommodate the reservation. We were excited to go here but given the lack of communication or whatever their excuse, we won't be giving our business. Definitely a great addition to Newtown!
The location marries perfectly the feel of upscale fine dining with a posh bar/lounge. It's a great place to meet up after work for a few drinks and connect with friends or to truly indulge in some delicious food and slow down with family or friends in the dining area
I didn't get the chance to sample any entree items though will definitely be doing so when I return as the food was great! We just got drinks from the bar and some apps this time around. The drinks were fantastic and we sampled many! We got the Bavarian Pretzel & the wings. The wings were the ones with the shishito pepper, sesame seed and gochujang sauce. They were awesome! Kind of like a sweet heat taste to them and were so addicting.
If you're in the area this place is definitely worth passing through! Casual? Yes. Elegant? Hardly.
The owner is on record saying that he has aimed for a place that is "casually elegant". He doesn't pull it off - not even close. [One wonders why someone would aim for an oxymoron.] And what is left is a weird mix that, if he doesn't correct soon, will surely doom the Greystone (and its creditors).
Here's the main problem: The price points are reflective of a white table cloth, high-end, great service restaurant. Examples include the Chilean sea bass ($38 without sides), Stoli on the rocks ($12), a dinner salad with shrimp ($16), and so on. But the food quality is mediocre and the atmosphere and service are more akin to those of a Northeast Philly diner than a fine dining experience. There are simply too many other and far better choices for good food and great service at these price points.
I'll talk about the food first, and then get to "atmosphere": We ordered the dinner salad with shrimp, to share. Split in the kitchen (good), it arrived before the bread and my drink (no big deal). But the shrimp were warm, and "fishy". At $16, I expected the shrimp to be chilled, fresh, and split. My date had the sea bass. It was decent. I had the veal parm in a vodka sauce, over pasta (a dinner special at $28). The veal was good. But the "vodka sauce" was so cheesy that it was literally orange in color. My pasta reminded me of cafeteria macaroni and cheese, grade-school style. (I'm not kidding.) One split salad, two entrees, and two beers totaled $115 with tax and 18% tip. That figure should say "elegant". The food said "mediocre".
Now comes the REALLY weird part, namely the atmosphere: You are handed a series of one-page/paper menus (a cocktails sheet, a specials sheet, a beers sheet, and a regular menu sheet). Huh? What is elegant about that? I was looking for a manilla file folder. The seating (for us) was bench-style. I was literally sitting on a sheet of painted plywood. Huh? And the room itself - with its silver-colored faux-tin drop ceiling, big mirrors, cheap tables and chairs, tube lighting a la a shore house deck, etc - reminded me of the interior of a South Philly row house circa 1977. You just needed plastic seat covers to complete the look. Honestly, if you cleared the tables and hung a disco ball from the ceiling, you would have the wedding scene from "Goodfellas". Somehow, the owner managed to take a 200+ year old building surrounded by stately grounds and turn in into ... well, you get the idea.
Finally, the "flow" of the place is a-"maze"-ing. To move from the "reception room" to the main restaurant room requires a series of turns and stairs, and one has to walk through a hallway about the width of one found in a row house in Frankford (19124). The problem is, that single hallway also leads to the main bar, the kitchen, and the bathrooms! It's like running a gauntlet.
The bottom line is this: Save your money and go out for a lamb burger and a beer at any number of alternative venues; you'll get the same "casual" food, atmosphere and service, but without the "elegant" pricing. I don't consider myself a "serial" reviewer, but I've submitted three earlier opinions a bout this place - 4th visit was and improvement of sorts - food was good (octopus starter was exceptional), drinks were marginal, but service was much improved, although still slow based on managerial choices to minimize staffing. Place was still somewhat empty, especially on a beautiful day. Outside space still a bit antiseptic, and could use more creative landscaping treatments to make it more comforting. Pricing is still above what other local places are offering. In summary, still a place to visit in spite of managerial choices to not improve obvious efficiencies because I think they are attempting to improve the experience. Our 3rd visit here - wanted to determine any improvements, and try the patio area;
food: only had sandwiches - acceptable, but mediocre
drink: a bit overpriced - not expertly well-made
service: Chris was a very attentive waiter
ambiance: patio space is HUGE (two seating areas) but somewhat antiseptic (could use some strategic decorative trees/shrubbery or flower displays) - maybe too large to encourage close-in casual party gatherings, but more fitting for bigger-table banquets/weddings
We arrived at 5PM this past Sunday, figuring to take advantage of temperate weather and a beautiful day. Was somewhat surprised to find the entire restaurant nearly empty - no-one in the bar/lounge area, 4 tables occupied in the main dining rooms, 7 tables on the patio and no-one at the patio bar. Most wait staff complained about the "long walk" from kitchen to patio to deliver food/drink orders
IMO, the restaurant and open space offers a tempting respite for couples/families who may wish to enjoy a meal together - especially outside - and the management should be able to enhance such potential experiences with only a few tweaks to the present operating plan.
WE enjoy coming here, and hope The Graystone can encourage diners to visit regularly enough to make the location a long-term success. The food was pretty good. Staff was attentive and friendly, prices weren't too crazy. The menu is a little all over the place(which is understandable, as the place is fairly new). Would reccomend to friends and family, give them a shot! The brunch menu has some interesting choices including a "Spanish Bowl." The bowl should have been a showcase item for the chef however it didn't taste or look fresh and appeared sloppily thrown together. Waitress service was fine. Bar area was empty at lunch but the volume was turned up way high on the music. The bartender couldn't answer basic questions about Happy Hour saying that "wasn't her shift." Much potential but "meh" fo now. I'm rooting for this place and will try it again. Yesterday, we (my wife Rita and I) visited this newly-opened restaurant at a location that's seen a number of other "fine dining" restaurants close over the years.
The interior décor has been redone to appeal to a more contemporary clientele than previous restaurants, and the design was both fresh and bold. Our waitperson, Megan, was knowledgeable about the menu, and was helpful in our making entrée selections. Each of us made very typical drink selections to start off (wines, and a stout for myself), and the drinks arrived without delay. Our entrée selections were all different from one another, and the food was delivered/presented in an expedient manner. Each of us agreed that the portions were generous, the food was prepared as we requested, and everything appeared to be fresh. After the meal, we also agreed that we were more than satisfied with our choices. I was particularly surprised with the taste of my choice, a spicy steak sandwich. We also sampled from the dessert tray, which consisted of 6 different visually-appealing cakes/pies, that were also fresh and tasteful. We also each had either an espresso or cappuccino. which were brought while still hot.
In closing, the entire experience was better than we all had anticipated, and we've discussed the likelihood of visiting again when the "backyard" that's being constructed is completed.
The Newtown/Yardley area is filled with a number of restaurants that present themselves as either exceptional or very good, and IMO, after multiple visits, not many have lived up to their respective billings - this 1st try at Greystone, however, made me feel that there now is a goof "go-to" place close by that one can either visit to relax at, or feel good about bringing some outside travelers to for a nice time. This new restaurant is sure to be a hit. Went last (Friday) night for dinner with friends and had a really great experience. Our server, Jax, was wonderful and really helped us pick out great items from the drink, dinner, & dessert menues. She was extremely attentive from start to finish and charming to boot. The ahi tuna appetizer was delicious and the mac-and-cheese burger was amazing. We also liked the roast pork sandwich and the apple cobbler dessert. The large restaurant is broken into different sections, each with its own ambiance. Overall, it has a great look. The larger dining room, where we sat feels a bit cold, but the smaller rooms and bar/lounge area are very warm and cozy. They are also completing a very large outdoor seating area which we can't wait to visit through the summer. We're excited to have this great new restaurant in town! We were very disappointed in the quality of the food and the fact that it was served cold and over cooked. As we were trying our appetizers a server approached us asking if we were ready for the entrees. Apparently the entrees were ready for us, since they came out cold and a noodle dish was congealed. The staff was efficient, but the food was sub par. Even the pretzel appetizer did not taste like a pretzel but chewy bread. This new restaurant needs better kitchen management I live down the road and have been anxiously awaiting the opening of this new restaurant we so desperately need in the area. The transformation is amazing. The interior is beautiful and the outdoor area looks like it is going to be a great place to eat and hang out. Hoping for some fire pits. We dined there for the first time last night. Let me start the restaurant needs to figure out what they want to be fine dining or casual. I had the grilled scallops salad(substituted for shrimp) the salad was good not great. It was huge and served on a flat plate. This made it very hard to eat. My husband choose the Gnocchi, the pasta were like pillows, lots of crab the butter sauce was to rich. This dish was $27. For that price it should have been outstanding. The waiter was fine but not great. When I asked about the signature dishes he told me what people did not like, that was not what I asked. Also asked what the plan was for outside, he's response was it should be done soon. All staff should be able to say what the signature dish is and what the plan for the restaurant is. I may go back when the outside opens as it looks like a lovely place to have a drink. Hope the fix the food issue. We were excited to try this. We were married here 12 years ago when it was the 522. The renovations are nice enough and the new outside patio dining area looks great.
Inside the booths are quite uncomfortable.
The food was good but the service leaves a lot of improvement if they want to stay in business. Worse wss the timing in the kitchen. My food came out at least 10 minutes before my husbands the first time. His pork chop was extremely rare so it had to go back. That took about 15 minutes. I was done my meal long before he got his the second time. By then he was full on the appetizer, so we took it home. No one seemed to really notice, maybe because multiple people took care of it. Guess our waiter wss too busy although it was not at all crowded. The food was very good and menu offerings are interesting and fresh.
The apps were very good but too large for 2 people. Would be nice if they also offered half sizes for half the cost so you could try more of them. Also the salads are meal size and priced accordingly.
They need a side salad. Has lots of potential. Will try again in several months. I really hope they can make those improvements. Could be great! I really wanted to like this place as this location has been the death of multiple establishments and I surely would like to see one succeed. The only positive I see here is the outdoor area. As it is early autumn and the evening was too cool, we sat inside. Outside in the right weather is likely delightful, inside is unbearably noisy, even when not packed with customers. There is nothing elegant about the decor, tables, or the service. The wine pour was stingy for the price. The flatbread we shared as an appetizer, containing duck confit, was quite good. I had a salad with chicken as a main course and it was borderline large enough and tasty. The others at the table had chicken, salmon, and short ribs. Portions were ok but not large. The short ribs were delicious, the other dishes pretty good. Nothing was memorable. The salmon came out 15 minutes after the other dishes, leaving the rest of us to eat our food cold. The server profusely apologized that it was his fault for entering the order incorrectly. Otherwise he was witty, pleasant and ingratiating, so we did not take it out on his tip. We were disappointed that the restaurant did not "comp" the salmon. Indeed, the whole place seemed poorly managed. I do not think any of us will find a reason to return. If I did, it would be to sit outside while enjoying a stingy wine pour and a very good flatbread appetizer. Afterwards, I would go elsewhere for dinner. I was concerned when reading some very negative reviews but friends wanted to take us here so we went not expecting much. I'm delighted to report the food and service were excellent. Another reviewer talked about the dip that came out with the bread. If I had that at home I'd lick the plate. I decided to take a chance on the grilled octopus app. I absolutely loved it; tender as could be. I had the ahi tuna entree and it was perfectly cooked and presented. The others at the table were just as pleased. What a great experience. My wife and I saw some friends photos and decided to check it out. Impressive drink menu, and small but well thought out food menu. My wife tried the Jerk Mahi which we both thought was okay. I had the seared scallops and it was cooked to perfection. We split an appetizer of the General Tsos Cauliflower and we had to fight each other for it. Service was good, and I didn't notice any noticeable wait in between visits. Food was delivered super fast and the desserts were outstanding. We split the strawberry shortcake and had to bring half of it home. Can't wait to go back. First of all, the place is gorgeous. They have done a terrific job with the renovations. We went there today for what we thought was going to be lunch. It turns out that all they offer until 3:30 is their egg heavy "brunch" menu. Since I can't eat eggs, I settled for a turkey burger which was very good. I would have much rather had the lamb burger which is only on their dinner menu and was actually our reason for going there. My wife had the shaved ribeye stack which looked good, but the pepper jack cheese was so (spicy) hot it was barely edible. It should come with a warning label.
A word of caution for short people (5'7" or less): Ask for a table instead of a booth. The benches are so high your feet don't reach the ground!
This would be a terrific place for lunch if only they had a real lunch menu which would include lunch type items from their dinner menu (like the lamb burger and some of the better appetizers!)
We will definitely go back and try it for dinner. The place has great potential, but not quite there yet.
BTY Yelp. The actual name is The Grey Stone Fine Food and Spirits. (Grey Stone is two words.) Had lunch here on Mar 15, 2019 with a group of lady friends. This venue was chosen by others and when I read the reviews I was a bit worried, tho the reviews seemed to be mostly dinner. As soon as we arrived, the head of the group did not like the seating arrangement. Our server apologized (!) and cheerfully re-arranged the whole room for her (there were about 17 of us). Server brought us water, took drink orders, brought drinks, took food orders. The kitchen was a little slow but the food was very good. My only complaint is, with the long wait for food, some bread baskets would have been nice, I got the impression they don't serve bread at lunch. The remodel is stunning. The bar lounge is lovely. So if the bad & so-so reviews worry you, go for drinks and apps. Enjoy the lounge. Maybe you'll decide to stay for dinner. Went last night to the Greystone. The food was mediocre. I ordered the crab cakes and was told lump crab meat...while I received 2 nice sized crab cakes, they were mainly filler and not much crab meat. My husband ordered the halibut...about 1/4 of his fish was not even cooked.
I mentioned this to the man taking our plates who told our waitress (who was not very friendly) and she offered us desert on the house and did not even acknowledge that there was an issue (I only ate part of the crab cake and left one totally untouched).
The room was drafty and cold. We may try again and order something completely different but would not run back anytime soon. It's a cool space and the outdoor area looks very nice but inside is very loud. The food was just okay. We were there for the prix fixe Restaurant Week menu. The portions were unreasonably huge. I had the grilled octopus appetizer which was very good but could have been an entree. We all ordered the fig jam burger and all of them were undercooked compared to what we asked for. It was also smothered in wayyy too much of the jam. You couldn't even taste the onions or the Brie on it. The desserts were decent but again way too big. The chocolate cake was two full slices. The tiramisu was about a 3x6 inch very tall rectangular slice. The creme brûlée was a normal size but was underwhelming and a little runny inside. The booth seats are also uncomfortably high. Im 5'7" and my feet didn't touch the ground. Probably won't be back. We came here for brunch celebrating my friends birthday. I had every intention walking in on getting breakfast items but I was pretty sold on the Mac and cheese burger so I got that and a pineapple mimosa. The Mac and cheese burger was very delicious, the sweet potato and curley fries on the side were delicious and the pineapple mimosa was soooo good!!! I would of gotten two if I wasn't driving lol. The turkey burger and scallop salad had rave reviews as well. We sat out on the patio which was so nice and redone. The birthday girl got a complimentary dessert which was a red velvet cookie with Nutella and it was OMG amazing! I would come back just for that alone!! They put a lot of work making this place beautiful and it really shows! Can't wait to come back! Our first visit here was OK, but our second was much better! I think they're getting a better system and operations as they are up and running longer. We came on Saturday evening for appetizers and they were quite good. The bar was quite active as well and we enjoyed a drink there after we ate. Love this place. The drinks are amazing, as is the food. I didn't take any pictures on my last (first) visit, but will be going back soon to add a more appropriately detailed review. I can say the menu and the drinks are awesome and the venue is beautiful. They really did a great job expanding the outdoor space and making it more usable.
The music playing outside, along with the bars set up out there, make this a wonderful place to hang out with friends and enjoy the wonderful fall weather!
If you haven't been, you should go! Beautiful ambience - it was perfect for date night. We ordered their wedge salad for appetizer, and their rib eye and ahi Tuna steak. Everything was delicious but I wouldn't order the tuna steak next time I come, it was a little over cooked and they put too much peppercorn on it which made it very spicy, I had to take them off. (I am good with spicy food as I eat it all the time)
Their steak was soooo good though. Loved their pomegranate Appletini it was easy and sweet to drink but def was strong because by the second one I fel it Went for Sunday brunch. When I made the reservation I was not told it was a breakfast with Santa with a limited menu. It would have been the professional thing to do and I would have postponed what was my first visit. Instead I had a less than positive experience. Food was OK and the portions were decent. However, we had to ask to have our plates cleared and even then they left the dirty bread plates sitting on the table. It was noisy and with the kids was not the experience we were looking for. Too bad...Not sure I'll return. Gorgeous place but no ones know how to run this place, is so sad.
The food need some update. I can't say enough good things about the food I just had. The goat cheese balls if I could have them everyday for the rest of my life please. The flatbreads are amazing and the drinks were delicious. Perfect date night out I have been to the Grey stone 3 times...the food was good during each visit - the service needs to improve. However, I am giving this a 4 star review because we had a work function there for about 30 people and they did a fantastic job. We were all very concerned about the service and wanted to make sure that the evening went well and the staff did not disappoint.
I really hope that the management gets their act together for normal nights because this could be an excellent restaurant.
Some of the service issues: the first visit our waiter was high as a kite. He clearly was not trying to serve tables.
The 2nd visit was just happy hour at the bar inside. There were 2 bartenders and we still has to wave them down when we wanted something.
The service issues are certainly something that can be fixed! The worst experience we had . Poor service. We were in a group of 11 and the restaurant did not have enough help. We were seated at 8 PM. Bread was served at 915 after two requests.
Members in group were ready to walk out.
The appetizers that were ordered in two plates were served on time delay of one plate at time.
Messed up our celebration of landmark birthday.
The chairs on upper floor were we sat are the most uncomfortable. Poor quality cheap chairs.. You sink into the seat and can't get up.
We wish the management the best but they lost 11 neighborhood guests plus more with our word of mouth experience.
The menu selection is flimsy and not impressive. After reading the reviews my girlfriend and I were a little unsure about attending. But we went for dinner last Tuesday and I have to say the food was excellent and the service was very good. Mind you it was a rainy Tuesday night so it wasn't very crowded but we sat at the bar and the bartender was very pleasant and was prompt with service. I had a Lamb burger which I am shocked to say this was one of the best lamb burgers I have ever had. It was well plated and very juicy and delicious. They have a great selection of beers on draft as well as in cans and a nice range of cocktails. Definitely will be coming back here again and hoping for a similar experience. Second visit. Sat in main dining area. Only about 4 other tables filled at 8:30 on Friday night. Room smelled of mildew. 10 minutes before approached by a server who made it clear she wasn't supposed to be our server. Took our drink orders. While she was gone another server came. She excused herself when the first one came back. Drinks were very good.
Food- shrimp and crab cocktail. 3 small shrimp and some lump crab from a can for $16.
Entree- my wife and I split a $36 bone in ribeye. Meat did not seem to be high end restaurant quality. Actually, the steaks I grill at home are considerably better.
The menu prices are out of context with the quality of the food.
On the plus side, on the way out, the manager/owner? Was waiting to ask for suggestions.
This is a very large space with presumably a very high overhead. I fear for the longevity if they don't pick up the food. The service was inexcusable given how not busy the restaurant was. Went for brunch Sunday - had the La Colombe cold brew on draft which was great to see outside of the city and a Bloody Mary with a nice piece of bacon in it! I had the smoked salmon (delicious) others had the rib eye stack & the short rib eggs Benedict. The short rib was cooked perfectly. Server let us know they serve brunch every day! Much needed in Newtown. Came here for lunch / dinner , there brunch is till 5 , so I went to order a soup that is on there brunch menu and the server said oh we don't have that , so we said ok we will just take the two sodas we have here , and he said " Seriously " !! ...well Mr Chris ... our first time here , wasn't impressed!! Had lunch to go from here today. I had the Buffalo cauliflower Caesar salad & if i could have licked the plate clean, i would've. It was delicious!!!! Will definitely have that again! Also the buffalo cauliflower side dish is a must have too! And the Bavarian pretzel & short ribs! Delicious!!! Went in tonight for dinner in the romance room. I had the veal chops which were amazing! The octopus appetizer was to die for. Server Donna was exceptional and attentive. Will be going back soon! The food here is delicious, my favorites are the noodle bowl (add shrimp), mushroom burger, and if we're close to summer my body makes me go with the kale and shrimp salad. All options are cooked to perfection. The service is great, never need to wait to long for a drink. I highly suggest Grey Stone, especially for a nice night out with your significant other.
One down fall, been there a few times when they're having live music and the lame neighbors that live 3 football fields away through the the forest, somehow always complain about the "music being to loud" (at 7 pm).
*bonus quarantine review*- This place is lucky they're ahead of the game, their outside seats are majority of their seating. But the safety procedures and adjustments they made will make you feel comfortable and relaxed. The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful and the food is delicious!!! I highly recommend a night out at Greystone whether it's for drinks and apps or a delicious dinner!!! Hope you enjoy as much as we did!!! Venue is absolutely beautiful which paired well with the amazing food. From the bread, to the tomato bisque soup topped with a little grilled cheese, to the entree and desserts... everything was top notch! Highly recommended. First time going to Greystone for my birthday dinner and it far exceeded my expectations. The service was attentive and quick. We had the butternut squash dip, which was delightful and they were more than happy to bring back more toast for the dip! The bread to start was delightful and the garlic, tomato, dipping oil was amazing! We kept asking for more bread to dip and they eventually brought us more dipping oil, which was greatly appreciated! I got the tofu dish. It was amazing and a hefty portion. I saved half and finished it the next day for lunch. My boyfriend got the halibut and loved it! I'm glad I got a before picture because it was gone in a few minutes! My parents got the butternut squash ravioli and the duck. The duck was tender and cooked to perfection. The butternut squash ravioli was delightful. It was placed over a butter sauce, which was a little overpowering, but still delightful. Dessert was great! We got the tiramisu. I didn't have time to take the photo because it was gone in a matter of minutes as well! I'll definitely be back! Went for restaurant week, thinking we could check it out, and they would have their best of the best as a showcase. Not so. My date and I had arrived, ordered drinks, and the three course restaurant week selections. Our drinks arrived but still seemed slow. Then we waited and waited. Service seemed slow and unaware of our waiting. We waited. Interestingly, they seem to have plenty of staff buzzing around. First course came, then we waited and waited. Second course came. Good food. Not great. Good. Then our desserts. Delicious. BUt then we waited for our check. The experience was 2 hours. Not a busy place at the time either.
To duplicate another past review I just read, I dont understand what this place is supposed to be. Is it casual dining? Great, then why the 2 hours, and the food seems a bit on the high side if its casual. If its not casual, and more classy, then why is the waitstaff in various clothing. Some in long pants and dress shirts, others in shorts and tee shirts, other is workout pants? And it was loud, so be prepared.
Meh. Weird or eclectic? Maybe just not sure what personality it wants to be. Either way, I wont be back. Great lunch at Greystone. The presentation and food itself was very good. The decor is very modern in a historic setting. The outside dining and happy hour bar look like a great reason to return. Noisy, unprofessional bar staff, not a pleasant Friday night happy hour. Slamming bottles in garbage cans... so damn annoying. We wanted a burger... it is off the menu for Friday and Saturday. Really? Too elite to serve a weekend burger? Clean up your act, hire adults ... and it might offer a happy hour environment that is welcoming.
Never again for us. A friend and I had a nice lunch here. The food was great and not too expensive. The new decor is beautiful. I will definitely be back. Highly recommended. This place serves great food and drinks. The ambience is also very nice and modern. The servers are friendly and attentive. They are building a huge outdoor patio too, will be awesome for summer nights. The establishment used to be owned by William Penn in the 1700s. So much history here. Highly recommend The outside patio and bar is very nice. Inside dining is also very nice. Seems like some start up service bumps to smooth out but the food is very good, nice selection of beer wine cocktails, and they have live music next to smaller indoor bar lounge. First visit service was great, second not as good. Very nicely appointed inside dining rooms, inside beautifully renovated! Look forward to seeing the large fireplace lit in the winter! Not dog friendly. We were told that well behaved dogs could be on the patio but when we called right before going over there, the owner vetoed what we had been told. Seems shortsighted from a business point of view. We had gone to the restaurant early on when they had the disastrous opening menu and then went back more often after they changed the menu. But their current dog policy makes that difficult for us, and less desirable. Hope they see that a change of policy would be good for business. Beautiful place and delicious food!
I ate here twice in one week. My first experience was the other day when they were hit with 2 big parties without reservations. I could tell they weren't prepared for the volume but the staff was busting their butts to take care of everyone and the food was still really good.
Then I was part of a party of 12 for a very busy Mother's Day.
The food was delicious. My family loved everything (ex. Prime Rib, Roasted Pork Loin, Chicken Parm Meatballs), the beer was cold, the staff was on top of everything. The restaurant is new and it's only going to get better as they get into a groove. This may be the new hot spot in Newtown. I'm looking forward to seeing their growth. Beautiful decor. Nice, relaxing atmosphere. The fireplace makes it extra cozy! Excellent food. Even better bartender! Micah was very attentive and quite knowledgeable of the spirits. The Snowflake martini was delicious! Definitely try the sweet potato bisque and edamame dumplings! Just had our 50th anniversary dinner party here and it was fabulous. The upstairs private party room is really beautiful. We had the pasta with vodka sauce which was delicious as well as the manicotti. For dinner there was both salmon with mango salsa and chicken Marsala both of which were really good. Service was great and the management was wonderful to deal with. We will definitely be back for dinner. I went here tonight with a meetup.com group and we were treated so very shabbily by the restaurant manager who wouldn't even let us out on the large back yard area even tho the groups organizer Laura confirmed a week in advance that this would be where we would gather.
To be fair the owner of the place did apologize quite sincerely at the end of the evening for the outrageously lousy behavior of the manager who seemed to be clearly OUT OF HER DEPTH in being able to handle the stress of managing a Friday night scene. Send her back to the kitchen, she's not done yet!
Otherwise the place really is lovely and most of the other staff were quite nice, especially Mike the bartender at the indoor bar. The band they hired for the night was an excellent classic rock band.
But still there is only one chance to make a first impression and the manager pretty much pooped the bed on that one, so only 2 stars. Wow! All I can say is don't waste your time! Owner does not want to hear any criticism. We went in a Saturday and they ran out of several items and they didn't seem to really care. The main dining area does smell of mildew and the service wasn't great. The bartender is rude and the owner is clueless. We ran into him on the way out so we shared our experience with him and he said that's common for restaurants to run out and he didn't seem interested in our feedback on the bartender. We were a party of 6 and we will not go back. The patio is probably the best in the area. It is surrounded by green and land not a road or a parking lot like most of the patios in the area. And it is huge. There is one for larger tables and even if it rains you are perfectly fine to sit outside.
The food was good. I was not the best for the price - it felt like lower quality ingredients but made well. I ordered a burger that had avocado cheese and a chipotle mayo. The ratios were off and the burger was slightly burnt. Also, the amount of avocado was enough to share with 2 other people and the cheese was barely there.
The service was WEIRD. Our server was to say the least - odd. He called everyone "miss" which calling older women miss it almost sounded demeaning. He skipped over the specials quickly and almost like we wouldn't care. He didn't refill drinks until asked and I don't believe anyones waters were refilled.
I will come back for the patio and drinks. Give the service and food another shot. Hoping this was an off night because the atmosphere was great. This is a nice setting and they have obviously invested a lot in doing this place up. Also the dishes ranged from average to good. Unfortunately nothing we ate stood out as very good (which it should considering the prices). However, it feels like they just aren't used to running a restaurant. There weren't many people when we were there but they still managed to forget silverware, bring entrees at almost the same as time as appetizers, get the bill wrong, and forget orders. Also they need to spray the patio as there were ants crawling everywhere on the table. Had a great experience for our first time dining here. We had a drink at the outside bar and then dined outside. It's a little confusing which tables are available to casually sit at and which are managed by the hostesses but we figured it out while we waited for our friends to arrive. There were a few hiccups, had to ask for silverware and one of our meals came out wrong. Nothing major. All of the items we tried were great - a few of the specialty cocktails, an appetizer recommended by the hostess, caprese grilled cheese, and a couple entrees. Everything was delicious. The ambiance was great and definitely something I would go back for. When we were leaving, we walked through the inside to get back out front and stopped for a few minutes to watch the band. This is a great spot - maybe a few kinks to work out but definitely worth trying or giving a second chance for those that didn't have the best first impression. It was just ok. I went with a friend on a Thursday around 6 it was pretty dead. We sat in the bar area. I had wedge salad that came with a side of steak. It was a decent size but some of the lettuce looked a little off. Again ok but not great. I must first state that my experience here was very short. When pulling up to the front door, valet pointed to one of the parking lots for us to self part. I wondered why have a valet service just to point you to a lot. Tried to park and found no spaces where I was directed. Had to park on wet grass as it was the only available spot. With wet muddy shoes we approach the entrance and went pass the valet, who was under the canopy hiding from the rain. Inside, we waited at the reception area for about 5 minutes. During our wait, we noticed very loud live music at the bar area and wondered if the place was more a night club than a restaurant. We love music but the place sounded more like a concert venue and not a place to have a conversation while dining. Our initial impression of this place made us feel that we were better off looking for another place to dine. We walked out the place, never seeing a reception person. Valet looked very dry and comfortable as we went past him and out into the rain to our car parked in the mud. I'm giving this place the benefit of 2 stars in fairness that we actually never got to eat there but first impressions are important. Service was extremely slow and my food came out slow. They have also paired back the menu since they first opened and no longer have burgers and sandwiches, which were the real draw of going there. My sangria had fruit in it that didn't have the label removed. The only saving grace was that the food we did get was good once we did get it, but we likely won't be returning any time soon. Waitress literally mocked us for asking to put the fireplace on AFTER WE CALLED AND CONFIRMED THEY WOULD PUT IT ON. Five feet from us, she said to her coworkers, "Really, theyre going to make us turn on the fireplace tonight? Isn't it hot enough already" Needless to say, we will not be returning Finally a good brunch option in Newtown area, food and service were amazing. The brunch menu has quite a good variety of options. The server (Jax) was very nice and friendly, took care of all the requests. The Nutella French toast, Falafel sandwich and Chocolate waffles were delicious! What an amazing place. Have been all over Newtown restaurants and must say this place is a must go !!! Great bartender Alena and amazing owner Alyssa. Family owned business, great food, amazing drinks, to kill for atmosphere - what's there not to love ? Will be recommending this place to all family and friends for sure. Grey Stone won my heart - u just gained yourself a regular customer !!! We had dinner here tonight and we really want this place to do well....This is our 4th time since it opened.
The martinis were good
The olive oil/ tapenade dipping sauce was delicious.
The cauliflower was very good.
The pizza was good.
However 2 out of 4 experiences, it has been excessively hot at the high top tables near the fire place. Tonight the thermostat read 78 degrees.
The owners need to realize that you can not enjoy the experience if it is hot, simply not acceptable. We went there on a double date and had a wonderful time. Had reservations for 6:45p. Got there early and hung out at the bar/lounge area and I had champagne dreams it was delicious. We were seated exactly on time. Other being very hot there, everything went smoothly. Someone adjusted the temp after a while btw. The dip that comes with bread is hands down the best I've had in a long time. I ordered ny strip cooked nicely however friend's was over cooked. Scallops and short ribs dishes were excellent. Definitely get mezza plate for appetizer. It was lovely. I usually despise my restaurant experiences because they'll be too crowded or hot or bad service because I'll just want to leave. But the venue is drop dead gorgeous and extremely relaxing. This is the best restaurant experience I've had in a long time. Extremely clean place & friendly staff. Extremely quick service with great waiters. We ordered a hummus plate, turkey sandwich, and buffalo wings. The hummus dish was 10/10 and could serve 2 or 3 people. Just had the wings & sandwich and fries and everything was perfect, actually 0 complaints. And I'm one to have a lot of complaints. I am shocked there's not one other person here besides us. (It is a Wednesday at 2:00pm) I think it might be the remote location? I'm not sure but I can't wait to come back. I am so happy to come back and update my review from 2 to 4 stars. We've been twice in the past month, one lunch and one dinner, and both were awesome. Food and service both great. I'd argue the filet (and service) were better than Rocco's! I think they finally figured it out. Only rating 4 vs 5 stars because we were lucky to have a table in the back by the fireplace, and they closed the door to tone down the noise from the live music. If we'd been in the main dining room I think it would have been super loud. But food-wise so good and can't wait for warm weather so we can eat out on the patio! My friends and I have a tradition of celebrating each others birthday by dining at a special place. I've been wanting to try Grey Stone, so we all agreed to meet for brunch this past Sunday. The atmosphere was very attractive, but we all immediately felt a sense of disorganization amongst the staff. Looking down at the table, 2 knives were dirty and a folded napkin had a large stain on it, the waitress immediately replaced all 3 items. We placed our order, and waited, and waited and waited. The order consisted of an omelet, 3 burgers and an order of pancakes. After 45 minutes, maybe more we inquired..."um.. the food we ordered...?" The waitress replied, "the omelette has been done, were just waiting on the burgers." The food arrived, waiter inquiring "who has the well done burger?" (after tasting, that one turned out to be the rare one) The omelette was served cold, I assume as it sat waiting for the burgers..? My burger was cooked perfectly, served with fig jam, brie and carmelized onions, really delicious! At this point we were ready for the check, then the pancakes we ordered to share arrived!.way too late.Seems like timing, rhythm and organization are missing. Someone invested a ton of money renovating this place, but at the end of the day even with a tasty burger its all in the details and the service. of us would return. Been wanting to come to this place for awhile, but it's hard when you have a kid. We had one night to go out, we were so excited to go to happy hour here. The menu sounded great, only when we get there at 6:27 we find that happy hour ends at 6:30, when everywhere else in the world happy hour is until 7:00. The bartenders were so overwhelmed that it took a good 15 minutes for us to be helped at the bar. We ordered drinks that were overpriced and mediocre. We had to ask more than once to order food. We ordered the falafel nachos and the carrots with truffle ricotta. Nachos were underwhelming and the carrots were essentially raw and did not taste like truffle. Atmosphere and clientele were very snooty and it felt stuffy. The bartenders clearly could not handle the small crowd that they had. We were so disappointed we left and went to Harvest Seasonal down the road where we had great service and food. We were so disappointed and will not be back. Awesome place! Went the other night & was blown away by the service from the lobby right down to getting our check! Seems like there maybe a few kinks to work out, but i think this place will be a success!!! Hoping for some live music once the patio opens up!!! Great food served by Tory who was attentive. We sat outside to enjoy the garden setting and eclectic musical selections. The flatbread and mussels were fabulous. The angus burger was one of the best we ever had. Definitely won't be disappointed dining here. So, I am still thinking about it 2 weeks out, and I will stand by what I wrote. They could have done much better by us. We all did eventually sneak out to the backyard so they really couldn't stop an entire group. We have been invited back by the owner as a group. So stay tuned for the next installment! I really hope this is a turn-around story! I like seeing success!
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I went here Friday night, May 31st with a meetup.com group and we were treated so very shabbily by the restaurant manager who wouldn't even let us out on the large back yard area even tho the groups organizer Laura confirmed a week in advance that this would be where we would gather. To be fair the owner of the place did apologize quite sincerely at the end of the evening for the outrageously bad behavior of the manager who seemed to be clearly OUT OF HER DEPTH in being able to handle the stress of managing a Friday night scene. Send her back to the kitchen, she's not done yet!
Otherwise the place really is lovely and most of the other staff were quite nice, especially Mike the bartender at the indoor bar. The band they hired for the night was an excellent classic rock band. But still there is only one chance to make a first impression and the manager pretty much dropped the ball on that one, so only 2 stars. The Grey Stone Fine Food and Spirits
552 Washington Crossing Rd, Newtown, PA
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I went here recently with my daughter for her Birthday dinner. It was my first time dining at this restaurant. It is a beautiful facility, a nice setting with excellent service. The food was outstanding, which is why I am rating it five-star. I had Wasabi Crusted Ahi Tuna and my daughter had Almond Crusted Salmon and they were both very delicious and well worth the price. We sat outside because it was a lovely evening and found it very comfortable and the ambiance very delightful.
I highly recommend this restaurant and hope that it is successful because it is one of the best restaurants in the area, and, perhaps my favorite. Newtowns newest restaurant..... Service and food was great.... Crab gnocchi is axcellent entree to have.... Served in a lemon chive dill sauce... There are some glutten free menu items too.....a vegan stir fry is listed too... In recent years I have come to realize that online-review sites like Google Reviews, TripAdvisor, Open Table, and yes, Yelp!--have in effect taken away much of the power restaurants have to defend themselves against malevolent diners and placed it in the hands of those who are out to ruin a restaurant's reputation. Having worked in the business for many years, with the advent of "no-consequences" business-review sites, I began to see how customers owed us nothing as restaurant owners, managers, and/or employees. A table could literally tell their server that everything is great, everything is fine, and then immediately go home and write a scathing one-star review essentially damaging that restaurant's reputation. It seemed one-sided and top-heavy to me, the power-dynamic which puts the customer in a completely dominant position, and the restaurant on the defensive.
I have vowed to try and be a five-star customer when I go out to eat. I try and order from the menu, I try not to make a spectacle of my potential dietary restrictions (gluten free, dairy free, etc. etc.), and I don't ask my server if I can change tables or snap my fingers at them for any reason. This is a long way of saying that my recent experience at The Greystone Fine Food & Spirits was so awful that it made me break all of my new rules, and now I have to write a bad review anyway. It pains me to say this.
To be fair, it was a busy Saturday night, and since all the other restaurants in the area were booked up around 7:00, we booked a reservation on Open Table at the last minute. Obviously, this was a bit of a shock to them, as the hostesses at the front desk seemed genuinely confused that there was a reservation under our name for two people. After awhile of standing in the foyer (again, no big deal), one of them leads us to a banquet table booth which was way too high. My legs were touching the bottom of the table, and it is quite awkward when the person across the table seated in the chair is so much lower than you. Whatever, right? No big deal.
Our server was friendly enough, although after I ordered the beer flights and am in the process of choosing which four beers I want, she has already disappeared to the bar, so she has to come back again and tell me that I'm "supposed to choose which beers I want" for the flights. No big deal.
The server waiting on the table next to us drops a drink from her drink-tray onto the floor and spills a significant (!) amount of vodka down my friend's jacket, soaking his back and running down the back of his pants. Excellent! She was apologetic, though, and brought a surplus of paper napkins to our table. Then came Alyssa, the manager, to ask us the following: "Did someone get Cristened over here?" with a wince and a grimace. She asked us to tell her if there was anything she could do, and disappeared again. We were the only table without bread; so we asked for that. The appetizer came; it was auctioned off at the table. No serving utensil. We asked for that. We had to ask for another bottle of water, they brought our entrees while our appetizer plates were still on the table. They did not clear any of these; they remained with us for the duration of the meal.
In fairness, the valet was great and the short rib fries appetizer was very tasty. But the Crab Gnocchi entree was tasteless and inedible. The Herb Chicken special was ok, broccoli rabe had burnt garlic in it, (for shame!), and the sweet-potato puree or whatever it was was terrible. The same waitress who spilled vodka on my friend is now bumping into his chair and either not noticing or caring enough to apologize. Now, for the first time in as long as I can remember, I ask to speak to the manager. I think "who have I become?"
Alyssa returns, and is all ears about our experience. I explain that we can forget the vodka-spilling incident, but that the other issues with the service and food were unacceptable. Alyssa is genuinely sorry, she says, and will take one of the entrees off the bill. She asks us if we want more food. We cry "NO" in stereo--just the check, please. When our server, Nicole brings the bill, she has an attitude. She is clearly not happy with our antics. When she brings the credit-card receipt back again, we are again met with an attitude. She's pissed.
On leaving, my friend finally tells Alyssa there was something he thought she could have handled better. He told her that asking customers if "there's anything you can do" puts the client in an awkward position to have to ask for something rather than being offered. She said, "Oh, that's not what I meant. I meant did you need another rag to soak up the liquid." When he said he thought she had meant something to make up for the spill, she said that was not what she was offering. "That's even worse," he said, and we left. Maybe it was just an off night, but I don't think so. :( Stay away. We had a bad experience all the way through from the lobby to the food to the service.
Granted they have been open for three weeks. We went early on a sat and it was not busy yet. Hostess had no clue what was going on. Waitress was nice but incompetent. Food was average burger stuff they tried to make fancy. Had to ask for water EVERYTIME my glass was empty (my pet peeve).
I will never go back to this place. On top of all this they took a historic building and gave it a modern/Home Depot decor. I give it 6-9 months and it will be closed. Beautiful place, pretty good food but it varies.
The owner can not keep staff. They micro manage the
Staff and the customers.
We really wanted to love this place.
We were stopped at the door and told we were not allowed to go into the backyard. We informed the "host" that we wanted to just have appetizers and a few drinks for happy hour. We were not allowed to sit at any of the many empty tables that were out on the patio.We were instead crammed int the gazebo bar area without even one seat available . We left As many others have said, I really want to like this place and see it do well. But.... we arrived on a Sunday at 12:50pm. We were two adults and two kids. There was one family of four ahead of us in line to be seated. It took until 1, literally a full 10 minutes, to be taken to a table. Not because they were full but because the hostess was apparently off cleaning and setting tables. I guess 12:50 is a little on the late side but still I'd have expected hostess(es) at the podium, and tables set and ready to be filled!
But okay, finally sat down outside on the patio which was nice, although we were on the "big" side of the patio which was completely empty except for us. Again though, no biggie. We order drinks for us and the kids and they came out pretty quickly and the waitress seemed attentive. So far so good. By now it's 1:15 or so. Then we order food... two kids plates and a breakfast burrito. 2pm came and went and no food, and the drinks were all gone. No sign of the waitress. Eventually I trekked back inside (it ready is a big patio!) and asked the bartender, who was standing behind the bar, seemingly there to serve drinks, whether I could place a drink order with her. She looked at me and said no. Just... "no" Then she asked who my waitress was or what she looked like. My waitress hadn't spent much time with us and I was juggling a 5 and 7 year old but I did my best to explain. The bartender got annoyed, huffily said she'd figure it out, and then sent me on my way. No less than ten minutes later the waitress comes out and said she was sorry she hadn't been back by, but she'd been looking out the window from inside and hadn't seen us staring back that way, so she didn't realize we wanted anything. Again
I really didn't even know what to say to that. But we order drinks, one comes out wrong, eventually gets fixed, and finally the food comes. The food wasn't bad although the burrito didn't quite match the menu description. But it was 3pm before we got a check. Over two hours for 2 drinks, chicken fingers, pancakes (which actually looked the best out of all the meals), and a burrito.
Then when we were finally leaving... we parked in the side lot which is near the door to the kitchen. Getting in the car we looked over and saw 4 or 5 servers standing around smoking. I think we may have solved the service mystery!
The place looks nice but the menu is odd and lacks identity and the service is painful. I think with a fresh, more professional staff and some menu refinement this could be a good place, but if they don't act soon it may be hard to recover from the early day stumbles. Personally I'm going to wait it out another 6 months before even thinking about a return, and may just let it go. Harvest is a far better option and while service there can be iffy too since they're always so busy, at least it feels professional and the food is consistently good. What a great restaurant. The seasonal drink specials were very good. We started with general tso cauliflower, it was amazing. This could have been a meal. The sea scallop dinner, was cooked to perfection. Be sure to save room for dessert!!!!!! Best dessert in the area. Expect to pay for this meal, it is not cheap, but it was delicious. Bad food, sticky floors, sewage smell throughout. Hardly anyone there. This place will not last. Went for a family brunch and had a wonderful experience! From the food to the service we had no complaints, our server Jena was a gem and really friendly and helpful. Definitely will be back, the Chocolate chip pancakes are definitely a must try. Food, drinks and service all five stars, thanks Greystone!!! Such great food and great service! Our waitress was Donna and she was wonderful. We had dinner inside and decided to have drinks outside by the heater and fire pits. I was in the Quiet Room last night and Roxanne blew me away with her excellent customer service and personality! She was super busy but she was very attentive to us and never missed a beat! Easter Brunch was fantastic! Most buffets are just quantity. From salad through entrees and house crafted desserts - everything was so good. The quality of ingredients was evident in every bite. If we could have reserved for next year - we would hav
The staff was great as well from the valet on.
As good as Easter was - last night was awful.
Bad food, service, just awful.
No silverware for 5 minutes after food arrived and incomplete orders, wrong drinks ... We went the second weekend of the opening so the seating and service is still getting figured out. No big deal, still decent service. Our waitress seemed very experienced and polite. The food was amazing. Might be the best burger I ever ate. The mussels and cheesesteak pretzel apps were also great. Will def be back soon. Greystone has an insanely gorgeous outdoor patio. The space is enormous and is filled with multiple tables, cabanas, bar areas and even a garden. That's why on a gorgeous Sunday at around lunch time it was really surprising to see that we were the only people eating in the entire space.
And after we ordered and ate I was even more surprised about this. Everything that we had was delicious. The meal started off with rose watermelon sangria which honestly, can just never be bad. This drink was sweet and refreshing and we all liked it so much that we ordered two.
For my meal I started off with fried goat cheese balls. The order came with three and they were so rich that it was hard to get more than 1 and a half. It's basically just a deep fried mound of goat cheese ::drool:: and the balls were served above arugula, figs and prosciutto. I also ordered a small buffalo cauliflower Caesar salad. For the small sized portion the salad was pretty large, so I'd imagine a large portion is a very filling lunch. The buffalo cauliflower was super tasty -- tangy but not too spicy which is how I like it.
The menu is big and there are lots of lunch options like sandwiches, burgers and various salads. The interior is also pretty massive with lots of party rooms, so it wasn't surprising to learn that you could host a big event here.
Maybe it was just an off day for them. Given the beautiful setting, solid food and service and summery patio drinks it's surprising that they'd be so empty on a gorgeous Sunday. Try them out! I've dined here many times. The food and service are ALWAYS AMAZING - as they were today. Unfortunately, today there was a group of about 50 people on the outdoor patio - which is where we were sitting. As the members of the large party were standing and mingling for the first 40 minutes while I was there, none of them wore masks - putting the other guests and the servers at risk. In the future, I will ask if there will be large groups at the restaurant. Beautiful place and excellent service - we came in for a dinner for 2 late and we still were sat quickly, the service was excellent, our server Jax was personable and friendly and the food was phenomenal! I had the lobster Fra Diablo special and he had the Mac and cheese burger - both amazing and great portions! We can't wait to come back, especially in the summer for the patio and outside bar! Never write reviews but I feel like this restaurant deserves it. No other restaurant like it in the area. The bunch options are amazing. Will definitely be our go to brunch spot for the summer with the new outdoor area opening up. It was wonderful to dine out again with great drinks and food out on the pretty patio! Everyone very friendly, following the Covid guidelines and making the best of a difficult time. Thank you Grey Stone! This place is amazing. The food is to die for.
Amazing cocktails and the wait staff are fun!b We went last night for the first time and it was absolutely amazing! Everything was great, the food, the music, the house wines and even great service! We enjoyed everything so much that we cannot wait to get back and can't believe it took us this long to finally go! You will not be disappointed! The atmosphere is so beautifully decorated and our food was out of this world! Thank you for opening an establishment not only with mouth watering food and presentations but also a classy well taken care of environment with astonishing service! The short rib entree is amazing. The new Resturant makes great use of a historic building. Love this place! Great environment, spacious, nicely decorated, comfortable seating options. Good and unique food. Excellent beer and drink choices. Good, accommodating service. Just a bit pricey. The grey stone is a really nice restaurant like really nice lovely food which is to DIY for yummy
Burgers yummy Awesome! Great food. Menu is a great mix of classics with new twists that work.
Very attentive service. Building a mix of old and new fused together.
Drink menu was excellent!
Definitely coming back with family and friends! Awesome food, great outside scene, good drinks. If you like Rocco's, you'll like it here. I've been here several times. Their drinks are well poured. Nice selection of appetizers. Beautiful location. Entrees are always good. This was a tough review to write because it wasn't one huge, glaring error that made our experience negative, but it was a combination of things. In total it just seemed like this place was just a little off in many ways, which if you're spending a decent amount on a dinner you should not feel. For starters, my wife and I got there early and went to the bar area. There was a large scented candle burning on a shelf. I don't think I've ever seen (or smelled) that at a bar or restaurant. We ordered drinks and my wife's glass had lipstick on it. Ok, that happens sometimes. They got my wife a new one. I asked what they had on tap and the bartender said "we have 24 taps, what do you like? IPAs? Stouts?" I said I liked stouts so she gave me a stout that was a heavy coffee stout. I don't like coffee stouts. Ok so maybe I should have asked for a list, or she should have provided one.
We got seated at a very tiny table for two and we ordered an appetizer and our meals. After a decent wait our meals came out. They forgot our appetizer. The server was nice about it and said she'd take off a dessert if we wanted. I ordered my steak medium-rare and it came out past medium. It also had very little flavor. For a $32 steak that was very disappointing. My wife's pork chop tasted good but was pink. Luckily she had no ill effects. We ordered a dessert to share and my wife ordered a dessert drink as well. About halfway through her drink my wife realized her glass was chipped on the rim in two places.
So, our meal experience was not good.
The ambiance is a little confusing as well. Its hard to tell what they're going for. In some ways they appear to be trying for a high-end look, but in others its just confusing. Some of the artwork looks like cheap 80's art. In the men's room there are framed pictures of Brian Dawkins and Joe Montana. I just felt that was kind of an odd choice.
So we will not be back. We've been to Rocco's and had great experiences there so we will definitely be going back there when we want a nice evening out. Its too bad. We really were hoping for a another option. Easter Brunch was fantastic! Most buffets are just quantity. From salad through entrees and house crafted desserts - everything was so good. The quality of ingredients was evident in every bite. If we could have reserved for next year - we would have!
The staff was great as well from the valet on. First time ever here.... we decided to come here for lunch around 2pm. Very clean atmosphere. There was only three other couples inside as we were being seated. The hostess gave us the menus and we noticed that 85% of it was breakfast. There was soup, salad and a few other options. At the hour it was we were looking for lunch. Our waiter Chris come to our table and took our beverage order as we were still deciding. We asked if this was the breakfast menu and we were told "No, it's brunch." So we then asked when the dinner menu comes out and we were told, " Brunch until 5pm". So we decided to start off with soup. Well that changed very quickly as the Tomato Bisque soup was on the menu but we were told that they don't have that, as Chris began rattling off other options, some which weren't even on the menu. What do you mean you don't have it? You just opened at 11am and by the looks of it, we made the fourth couple inside. So I looked at the waiter and asked for the check so we could pay for our beverages and the attitude we received from Chris was an absolute DISGRACE! He looked at me after I asked for our check and he replied,"Seriously?" Who says that? Yes Chris seriously.... I am hoping you were having a bad day and that you aren't that way everyday because if you are you may want to change your career and not deal with the public! Absolutely appalling and will NOT be back. I don't like the fact that I even have to give this establishment a star period! Honestly I feel like two stars is being generous. The food is good but not great. The service was terrible!! Hostesses were clueless and overwhelmed. They tried to put 6 of us in a 4 person booth. Then brought us to a table meant for 4 people comfortably not 6. (I really hate giving poor reviews but this was not good). Then our waitress was probably the best part of our experience, brought out our bottle of wine and a vodka with a splash of cranberry that was more like cranberry with a splash of vodka. The boys bussing tables were totally clueless. The entree's were all good but nothing to rave about. They redid the place and its pretty but super loud! I think it has potential but not right now. Easter Brunch was fantastic! Most buffets are just quantity. From salad through entrees and house crafted desserts - everything was so good. The quality of ingredients was evident in every bite. If we could have reserved for next year - we would hav
The staff was great as well from the valet on.
As good as Easter was - last night was awful.
Bad food, service, just awful.
No silverware for 5 minutes after food arrived and incomplete orders, wrong drinks ...... This place is a waste of time , do not come here. They have something called forbidden rice and it's forbidden for a reason. Super expensive not worth it. Great new restaurant in Newtown!! Creative and modern food with generous portions. Beautiful modern renovations while keeping the charm of the building. Can't wait for the outside patio, bar and fire pit to open. We had a delicious meal Friday evening and our server, Donna, helped to make our dining experience ! Her recommendation of the special was enjoyed by 2 members of our group. The bowls, which I had, are always a good choice. The patio, which we enjoyed last summer, is perfect this year in the age of outdoor dining! The tables were all spaced further than the required 6 feet, and everyone wore masks. We felt very safe during our experience and would recommend it! It was our 5th time dining here since May! Our experience started a bit precariously as the server was so in-tuned with another table - photos - chatting etc- she flat out ignored us for 13 minutes. Once she readjusted - her service was great. Now what they should tell you is their appetizers are huge - thank goodness because for the price - but really one could be advised a bit better. The short rib fries are amazing - but don't ask the wait staff what cheese - who confidently tells you it's fondue cheese. - um ok....Lol yeah so which fondue cheeses are used? ( errr) As mentioned in the menu ( which I read on line after because you have to pull menu on your phone and some of us don't want to continually take out our phone) it's Gouda but perhaps some other cheeses. Again the dish was amazing. Just some tweaking In training to do.
The lamb burger was perfectly done to our liking, their truffle fries are just truffled enough ( you know what I mean with truffled too much some times) .
The outside seating is great!
Dessert isn't their strong point but I'm sure they'll get there!
The staff truly appreciates being open! Bravo! The food was outstanding. Well manicured presentation without sacrificing any flavor. No shortcuts taken. Well curated beer list as well. A refreshing dining experience in the suburbs where options are limited. We came back again. This time it was during the COVID-19 crisis. They have a huge outdoor area and plenty of tables. Perfect setting for a meal. Beautiful patios and landscaping.
We started with the calamari appetizer and I had a steak. Food was good. We had some drinks and service was good.
Here again. We love the outdoor patio. Especially during the COVID crisis. Came back. This time I had the ribs. They were ok 3/5. A bit fatty. So thinking about it 2 weeks out, and I will stand by what I said. They could have done much better by us. Went for Thanksgiving meal with my parents who traveled from TN. My first time there and overall it was ok. I would not say it's worth the money. 1st off, the valet key holder was located in front of the main entrance. We joked about who wants what car. I was not impressed. Walked in to hostess who was kind but once we asked if we could go to the bar for a drink, literally rolled her eyes, and told us to come back when we were ready. We were only people at bar with 2 bartenders. For a good 5 minutes, we were not acknowledged. When we were, I had recognized the female as someone who worked in Newtown at another spirits spot. When I mentioned it, she completely turned off. 3 drinks, $25 with attitude. No Happy Thanksgiving...Nothing! Just a check at the bar. We were seated and had to ask the hostess to send over a server after a solid 12 minutes, again, with no acknowledgment. I get it's a holiday, but come on people. After getting a round of drinks with waitress, we helped ourselves to the buffet. I will give it to them, the food was amazing. However, when we went up for dessert, they did not have any "traditional" Thanksgiving treats. No pies...just little finger desserts that looked like they bought them from the local Giant. Who doesn't offer pie on Thanksgiving. Next came the bill. WOW...$226 with a 20% gratuity included. Our waitress, who we had to wait for and only cleared our plates 1x made off with at $36 tip, just from us. Was not impressed that I could not decided what to give. Unfortunately, I will not be making another visit. This was their time to shine and they failed miserably...in my eyes. Don't think they will be around too much longer with the stiff competition in the area. We would have been better off at Yardley Inn. LOL This place has AH-Mazing ambiance! The outside is absolutely beautiful! HOWEVER, the food and drinks aren't great!!!! I had a fish dish and it taste like water! It wasn't seasoned! The only thing that was good was the black beans and garlic butter sauce. My husband 's food wasn't good either ! Please SEASON your food!!!
As for drinks : they were the worst mixed drinks EVER!
UPDATE: Let's talk about the food poisoning I got from there!!!
STAY AWAY!!!!! We came back again. This time it was during the COVID-19 crisis. They have a huge outdoor area and plenty of tables. Perfect setting for a meal. Beautiful patios and landscaping.
We started with the calamari appetizer and I had a steak. Food was good. We had some drinks and service was good. The restaurant is beautiful, service slow, food is pretty good. I ordered the "surf and turf" special last night (6 oz filet and scallops) for $39. My friends and I could not believe the size of the filet - we were speechless - more like a 3 oz filet and it was so so. Scallops were very good. Where's the salt? Ok so this place is very nice, the atmosphere is great, drinks great, dessert great....... but the food was lacking flavor. A little salt goes a long way. The few menu items on our plates did not match the description. Ie: the menu said one kind of pasta but we received a substitution without being told. Creme brule came with strawberries in place of blackberries. A little pricy for lack of flavor. Over all We would try them out again in hopes it was just a simple mistake on the chefs part. Stopped by for lunch on the outdoor patio. Staff was great! Food was amazing. Really enjoyed the general tso cauliflower appetizer and the prime cheesesteak. We decided to try The Grey Stone after driving past over the last several months, and were not disappointed. Great big patio and tons of waitstaff available, all of whom were highly attentive and friendly. Our food tasted great and came out quickly despite the place being packed. Will certainly be coming back! Gorgeous place and great food! Our first visit on Valentines Day Eve. Our waitress was very nice and very quick! In and out within 45 minutes. My husband had the salmon, I had the short rib and we shared the calamari (which was just okay). Both entrees were delicious! Prices were appropriate, I thought! Will definitely return and try more dishes! I recently went to The Grey Stone for date night and it was great. The cocktails were great and tasty! The General Tao's Cauliflower was incredible! I highly recommended. And our entrees, salmon and cheese stake were delicious! Enjoy the ambiance and relax! The outdoor patio is GIGANTIC AND ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! My girlfriends and I came here on a Friday night to listen to Danny Lynch who plays awesome music. Unfortunately, the neighbors complained about the noise so he didn't play :(. Who would complain about noise? It's free entertainment!
The food was good. Just wish they had more of a selection to choose from as the menu was very limited.
This place definitely has potential if they would just amp up the menu. Wonderful Thanksgiving buffet this year. Lots of choices and good food. Service was mostly good though I sensed they could have used a little more help. Will most likely come back next year. The main dining room was not as loud as in the past. Perhaps they have deadened the sound a bit. First time here and will definitely go back. Loved the bar , ambience and our dinner was excellent though it is quite noisy in the dining rooms.The live music was an unexpected treat! I give this place 5 stars.. I'll start at the door the hostess Arlene was awesome she's so friendly top notch personality. Then we had a great sever by the name of Donna she was very knowledgeable about the menu super friendly and we didn't wait for anything.. The food was really good also. Have to say this place has come a long way and I'm so happy it has.. Love family owned places. A truly wonderful new restaurant, "The Grey Stone" has recently opened in New Town. Describing its food as "contemporary new American cuisine" This restaurant is both sophisticated and a family affair. The decor is elegantly modern, and the atmosphere is just perfect--with a choice of indoor dining with different sections. The prices are reasonable, especially given the high quality. And there's a well selected drink menu, also reasonably priced. Although Greystone has been open only a month, we've already eaten there twice; and it keeps getting better. I can't wait for the back to open up for the summer. The potential is great for this place. I can't understand why restaurants in Newtown continue to under deliver. I also can't understand why so many reviewers believe this place has a nice ambiance. I'm pretty sure the decor in the bar lounge and walls came from the reject rack at Pier 1 Imports. And the service was amateurish. If you're in the dining room, and a rock cover band is in the bar, forget about speaking at a conversational volume. The food was ok but nothing I couldn't get at Applebee's.
I grew up in Newtown. Now at the age of 53 I wonder if any of the town's restaurant-goers have ever left town. It's clear why the town can't attract talented restaurateurs if the patrons don't know the difference.
Do yourself a favor. Drive a few extra miles and go to a real restaurant in Lambertville. I made a reservation for thanksgiving and had to cancel. I did so 5 days in advance. They refused to refund my money. Considering I come on fri nites and spend up to 100 that adds up in a year. I will never return. The food is not that great anyway neither is their loyalty to customers. There are plenty of really good restaurants to go to. Over the top excellent with service, food and atmosphere for our celebration lunch...15 women. Danny was one of the best servers ever. He wanted to please and made it all seem effortless. I picked the restaurant and I felt responsible...it was truly a winner. My favorite is the general Tso's cauliflower. It is an appetizer but I order it as lunch. Generous portion which makes for a nice lunch. However...the burgers looked AMAZING! Most everyone ordered that and each one was cooked exactly as requested...impressive. As big as the burgers were they all pretty much licked their plates...ha! We sat outside on their beautiful deck and lucked out with a magnificent fall day, however, they have plenty of outdoor heaters to stretch the season. I am so thrilled to have this local restaurant as we seem to have become regulars. It is that good. Well....such a beautiful venue....BUT!!!!
The service was horrendous and provided by an individual who appeared to have just walked in from paving the roads. He did not know anything about the menu, because he had "only been there for two weeks", and paid very little attention to our needs as customers.
Will not return Hearing there's a new chef here. Was never here before last evening. Wonderful service. The beer list is on point! Especially for my fellow Belgian beer fans. The food was delicious and plate presentation was very nice. Had multiple appetizers - in particular Buffalo cauliflower Caesar salad, grilled octopus and general tsos cauliflower were delicious. My main dish - wasabi crusted ahi tuna over soba noodles was excellent. Looking forward to another visit in the future :) Dinner at Graystone was outstanding. The inside is nicely appointed and the patio is spectacular... and huge! Our server was very attentive and made excellent recommendations. He was very patient, answering all our questions.
The Short Rib Fries app was excellent. Tender short rib meat and creamy fondue atop crispy fries. My husband and I shared this (and fought over the last bite). Our friends had the Fried Calamari. It had an equal balance of whole baby octopus, tentacles and rings. The batter was very light and crisp. With the dipping sauce, this appetizer was a hit!
All our entrées were totally on point. Tender, flaky salmon; crab cakes that were all lump crab; Dymanite shrimp tacos stuffed with shrimp. The sides were fantastic as well. Creamy corn polenta, forbidden rice and asparagus.
We were all completely happy and satisfied (not stuffed) after eating. However, we were too full for dessert.
Maybe we'll start with dessert next time!
I say next time because there will definitely be a next time! This was our first time at Graystone but most certainly not our last! I have gone to The Grey Stone 3 times in the last 4 months only to have been met with the rudest hostess service I have ever experienced. Each time it's as if they actively don't want your business and you are a hassle for attempting to dine there. I don't understand.
The first time was over the summer so I gave the benefit of the doubt that perhaps it was a bad night or the restaurant was short staffed due to Covid. I understand it is a luxury to go out to eat during this time and fully expect limited menus or long waits as restaurants struggle to fill positions.
I have gone two more times in the last month and each time a different hostess was outwardly dismissive and rude when I asked for a table. The latest time, I entered and asked for a table. The phone rang and the hostess answered it in the middle of talking to me, without excusing herself. Then she kept turning around and glaring (yes GLARING) at me while I was waiting patiently and silently. I was so confused and taken aback that i left without any further conversation.
It's a shame because when I have eaten there, the inside servers were great and the food and drinks were good. However it's not worth it to me to try to eat at an establishment that doesn't seem to value its customers. There are just as many restaurants with the same quality of good that don't make me feel like a burden. I'll take my business to Harvest, Solstice, Washington Crossing Inn or one of the many other establishments that seem to value their customers From the moment we walked in, we felt very welcomed by our hostess Arlene. We sat on the lovely and spacious patio. Really nice menu with something for everyone. Back again. We love the atmosphere and outdoor area. Especially during the Covid crisis. Plenty of outside tables and spaced out great. Service is always good and the owners are friendly.
This time I had the steak and it was delicious. Haven't been here in a while, actually since a few months after they opened. Glad we decided to give it a try again. The filet carpaccio was excellent as was the surf and turf entree. The espresso frappe dessert was amazing although a little challenging to eat but nonetheless amazing !! Sad they no longer had the glass noodle entree nor the pomegranate salad as they change their menu seasonally. Food was great! Inside seating was very loud and unbearable. Outside seating was unorganized. It took one and a half hours for our entrees for two.
There should be an outside service bar and kitchen.
Inside decor is great. Outside you are sitting on a concrete slab with no plants or atmosphere.
Since this restaurant just opened time will tell Have eaten here a few times and was surprised at the quality of the food on this visit. Calamari appetizer and cocktails were quite good. Our server was clearly busy but attentive and helpful. The indoor dining room was clearly full but not uncomfortably so. Ordered the monkfish for my entree and found it almost inedible. Fish was over cooked and rubbery and swimming in sauce. Couscous on the side was a mix of overcooked under seasoned pieces and some that was completely uncooked with the texture of tiny rocks. Bread pudding dessert was very tasty. Will be a while before I eat here or recommend Greystone again. I wish I heard of this place sooner! The outdoor patio is so beautiful and a great layout. The food was amazing! Everything was super delicious, I'd highly recommend the calamari and shrimp tacos. I came here with my family and all their food was amazing too, we had no complaints. I will be coming back here soon! We came in on a Saturday night. Called in and got a table for 4 around 8pm. Bar is a bit too small. Huge lobby area. Should be much bigger. If bar was larger would get a better after dinner crowd and stay for drinks.
Food was delicious. We started with the Black Pepper Wings. Our entrees were Chilean Sea Bass with Risotto, gnocchi, veggie burger, regular burger.
Drinks were expensive. $12 for a glass of wine.
The restaurant decor was very nice. Old historic building is beautiful.
Give it a try
3rd time here:
We came in on a Saturday night. We were sat in the front room behind the lounge. The band was a bit loud.
The wait staff seemed disoriented. Tried give us
Drinks that weren't ours. Took too Long for drinks. Our service was slow. We started with the octopus. That was really good.
Food was above average.
I had the swordfish and my wife had the gnocchi.
The grounds and property are beautiful. Food, beer, service, atmosphere... all fantastic!! Will definitely be back!! Amazing date with my girlfriend The covid procedures in place. The ambiance was low key, with a fire lit twinkle all around. The food, amazing! The service impeccable. The waitress, Jenn H. was prob the most organized, punctual, and knowledgeable person I've ever met in the food service industry. I've been doing parking garage, and customer service for 25 years. To her, it's not customer service. It's how she lives. It's her. I hope you realize she could help this place do wonders. So happy with tonight! Party of 22 is how we dine out! Jenn and the team were ACES! This place was amazing!! First time here and outdoor seating was so cute. Our service was great, and food was amazing. All of it that we ordered I can't say anything bad about it. The drinks were ok, not the best. Great ambience. Food only so-so. If you want a drink on the patio (whether permitting), I recommend it! Back again. This time we came with a couple friends of ours. We had a great seat in the front lobby facing the fireplace. Made the atmosphere really nice. Our food was good as usual. And we will keep coming back. The atmosphere was okay. The bar area was nice. The lover level dining felt like a spruced up basement. The poor review is really based on the service. The waitress took the dinner order & one drink order. She brought the drink & that was the last we saw of her until she brought the check. The bus boy brought the entrees but a salad was ordered & it dIdn't come out. When we asked about it he was confused, he didn't if he had the right order & was going to take the entree away. We told him forget about bringing out the salad. As the waitress dropped the check on the table she apologized for not putting in the salad order. She basically provided no service. It was actually less then the service at a fast food restaurant. Bus boys shouldn't be bringing out the food. The wait staff should check in with the diner. Plenty of other restaurants in the area. Won't be returning. Greystone opened recently and we have been waiting to give it a try. It was a fair to good experience, but the potential exists for it to be great.
On the plus side--very cool decor inside, great ambiance, lighting, etc. Outside patio is amazing...but it was too hot to sit there. Will try again when it cools down. Food was a solid B. I had the Fireball Burger and it was delicious, and cooked perfectly. Beer was cold. Entrees were all served at the same time...a big thing for me.
On the downside--mostly little things that make a difference. Service was at first really slow; 10 minutes before we got menu's or water. Waitress said "sorry, I was making deserts." We also ordered drinks and some nachos and waited way too long for them to arrive. Instead of a tray for the drinks, the waitress delivered them by holding them all together in her hands. Not cool. The menus were a mess; three different paper documents for us to handle, all on one clipboard, between specials, main menu, and drinks. The were also kind dogeared and dirty. The door to the kitchen, about 25 feet from our table, was propped open the whole night, so we could get a great view of the shelves for mustard and ketchup.
All in all, we WILL be back. But the team should take a look at smoothing out the too many sharp edges. Ok I have to start this review by first giving props to the ambience of this place- super cool! We only sat outside and it was a nice lively vibe with an outdoor bar and good upbeat music. I have to say they did a great job maintaining social distancing while hosting an impressive amount of people. However, I highly recommend reservations! Next I have to give a shout out to Donna who was server and she was very sweet and invested in us! Ok now let's talk about the food. The tso's cauliflower was AMAZING!!! The goat cheese dish was a great appetizer and I have to say for someone who typically isn't a fan of the goat cheese I enjoyed it. The crab cakes were good not great, crispy on the outside but cooked use a little kicked up flavor on the inside, the sauce was what really made the dish. The risotto was on point creamy and cheesy. I loved the mushroom ravioli but I have to admit I love truffle so that truffle flavor really won me over. Similarly the truffle fries was DELICIOUS. The lamb burger pretty good with nice soft meat but the sauce kind of took away from really enjoying the meat. Now the biggest let down was the Thai chicken salad which was essentially a giant bowl of lettuce with a few pieces of bland grilled chicken- not really sure what happened there and if the salad was just a result of lack of ingredients in the time of COVID. The drinks were also a little hit or miss - some were really tasty and strong while others were more watered down or sugary and it wasn't consistent. The options though were large with some great beer choices such as Einstock! Ultimately this was a solid place that I would definitely try again because of their vibe, great service, extensive vegetarian friendly and large drinks menu but I do think they could work on some of their dishes and consistency in their drinks. Went there tonight with wife and four boys. One son ordered the filet medium rare. After a few bites, he became visibly sick and puked in the bathroom at the restaurant. Another son opted to try one bite of the steak. He is still feeling I'll 3 hours later. The plate had puddles of olive oil on it. So did my wife's order of gnocchi, which I tried but abandoned due to the oil. Not sure if the kids are sick bc of the oil or something else. But please beware of the food here. I will likely be up later tonight dealing with this. FML We had the most fabulous lunch today! Only concern was the restaurant didn't have our reservation although I had received a confirmation. It didn't matter since there were plenty of available tables outdoors. Despite the gloomy chill, quite a number of diners sat with us in the beautiful garden. They lit outdoor warmers and all was fine.
We decided to share the autumn salad requesting romaine be substituted for the kale. The salad came plated beautifully with individual dressings. The dish was superb!
We both chose what we named the greatest sandwich EVER... Prime rib cheesesteak with carmelized onions and foie gras with truffle fries. I do not have the vocabulary to adequately describe this treat. Half of it is in my fridge to be enjoyed later, but I know I'll be going back to Greystone again for this one particular item.
Service was outstanding as was every aspect of the Greystone's hospitality. I encourage you to go there soon! Very great service and welcoming atmosphere. The 8 oz filet with crab meat was cooked to perfection. Celebrating our friends new home purchase. Valet parking right out front. An old stone house, perhaps from Dutch times. It was 7pm Saturday in August. We had a reservation.
Checked in with the hostess. There were actually three young women greeting us. There is some interesting art in the foyer. We were seated promptly at a booth. Oddly, the seats did not permit our feet to reach the floor. The table was wobbly. The dining room is spacious with about 15 tables and a line of booths at one end. There is a small bar which we passed on our way to be seated. It looked like live music was being set up. We noticed a spacious outdoor area with plenty of seating and another bar.
Server came by and began explaining the specials - we did not have that menu so she retrieved one. She wanted to take our food order with our cocktails - we slowed her down. We each ordered a cocktail. My gin martini was fine. Others enjoyed their drinks.
Next we got some appetizers and ordered a bottle of wine, R Strong cabernet. My appetizer was wonderful - roasted octopus. Perfectly tender and singed on the edges. My wife could not resist having a bit. The portion was large. Served over a bed of arugula. Excellent. Others got shrimp, and gazpacho. They liked their dishes.
Wine was poured and we ordered mains. I got the ahi tuna - very good, with a tasty crust. The fish melted in my mouth. Rare as recommended by the chef. Others got filet mignon, shrimp and ribs. The food here is very good. We did not get dessert.
We went outside into the back after the meal and had an after dinner drink. There is no table service out there but the bar is nearby and easily accessible. Comfortable seating on a beautiful Summer night. It looked like it could handle a large event.
With the quality of the food here they have a great foundation and there is potential for this to become a fine dining destination stop, in my view. A few things could be improved. The service was lumpy. Our server was nice enough but we had to slow her down a few times and explain a few things to her she did not know what a vesper was and informed us that the bartender would not know either. Our cocktails came in waves instead of together. I asked for our wine to be decanted. There was no decanter in the place. Get a couple of decanters.
Ambiance is interesting. One of us thought that the place still does not know what it wants to be. I felt like we were sitting in a bistro. Others thought the dining area was like a cafeteria. We all liked the outdoor area.
They need to fix the booth table.
Value was ok. Our meal for four came to $404, with gratuity. About right for a nice dinner with wine in Bucks county.
We say, food "a", service "c", ambiance "c", value "b".
We will return.
Mark & Nancy. Really want this place to succeed. Beautiful building, great parking, but some changes NEED to be made IMO. First: food. It's just weird- I get that it'd be cool to be known for the things that they have on their menu. But nobody eats that stuff. By nobody, I mean nobody. As proof, went there with 3 couples Sunday night 12/23. There were 8 customers in the entire restaurant- 2 plus us. Server disappeared after 8 pm, and when we left there was nobody there... nobody. Bartender- nope. Coat check - nope. Chairs in the bar room were on the bar, lights out. Strange.
Food prices are pretty much either high or low... Mac and cheese burger or $32 lamb chop... please fix the menu.
And, while you're at it, have a carpenter come in and lower the bench seating in the main restaurant eating area- it is so high that people are looking down on their dining table like they're looking down from a helicopter and their thighs are squished up under the table or won't even fit at all.
Problems are Not impossible to fix - but need to be done else this will be the 3rd failure in this building in 10 years. Please fix yourselves. We'd love to come back... My family hosted our baby shower here and it was our first time at Grey Stone. They did a WONDERFUL job and the shower was beautiful. Also, the food was delicious, which is not always expected when you do a buffet-style meal. My whole family commented on how good the food was, and the staff were very attentive and lovely - Christina M., Courtney, and Donna. I believe Christina M. was the main event coordinator and my family said she was amazing, professional, incredibly helpful, and that they would hold another event there in a heartbeat.
We liked Grey Stone so much that a my siblings and I just went out to dinner there last night with our spouses and had a wonderful time. Donna was actually our server so we got to see her again too! We celebrated my sister-in-law's birthday and brought a cake - Donna brought it out and got the whole room to sing to her! Needless to say, we are huge fans and will definitely be back for meals, events, etc! On Oct 13 Greystone provided a Life Celebration luncheon for my family. Everything was flawless. All of the 40 family and friends raved about the food and service. Thanks to Christina and Donna for outstanding service. Just celebrated my mom's 70th birthday at The Grey Stone. It's been a while since I've had such a wonderful experience at a restaurant. They seated us at a comfortable table on the gorgeous/spacious outdoor patio. We were provided with two fire pits since it was a cooler day. Our server was extremely attentive and patient, since two members of our party got stuck in bad traffic and were 25 min late. The food was awesome. We had short rib fries and the general tsos cauliflower for apps and we gobbled them up. Everyone was very happy with their entrees and we we let provided with a cute cake stand and cutting knife for the cake which we provided. We absolutely loved our experience I'm extremely grateful for the team ensuring my mom's 70th bday celebration was special. Will definitely be back!!! What a dumpster fire.... I attempted to host an event at The Grey Stone and it was a disaster since they placed our event (a quieter talk) along with a party in an open-air section. Our speaker had to shout to be heard, making for a really uncomfortable atmosphere.
When asked for some accommodation for the mistake, we were offered "no room fee" on the next event, which was laughable given the fact that we didn't get whatever the room fee was supposed to cover in the first place.
By the time we were told to shove our problems (politely by a reasonable GM), it almost didn't matter that the salads were 20 minutes late or the fact that the carolers they promised weren't going to sing until after the presentation instead started singing for the last 15 min. (I wish I could make this up - they parked an event with carolers next to a seminar...Mensa-level decision-making...)
The final straw was that I was asked to wait so the owner could come talk to me, and then he/she never had the courage to show up (sending the polite GM back into battle for them instead). I question how anyone could work for a leader with such low integrity. I feel terrible for all of their employees. (If they only knew how many better jobs there are out there.)
Avoid this place at all costs. It's not worth your money, your time, or your effort.
(And to think they could have avoided this review if the owner simply had the guts to come talk to me and make it right.) As soon as we walked in to Greystone it was obvious the new owners put alot of money into renovating the old Lavender Hall. Although mostly black and grey, the front bar/ lounge was beautifully sedate, and the dining room spacious with room between tables and large windows bringing in late afternoon light before the coming of dusk. It was impressive, and on this Tuesday evening, not crowded at all, which enhanced the sense that we had chosen well.
We were seated at a table mid floor, but asked to be moved near an electric outlet in order to charge a cell phone. They graciously obliged. Our server quickly introduced himself and brought drink and food menus. The wine and beer lists were broad enough without necessitating a trip to the wine cellar. My old friend selected a glass of zinfandel, while my beautiful date picked a light small brewery pilsner, and I a pineapple cider (delicious). We settled in with the drinks and caught up while perusing the menu.
We kept dinner on the lighter side, with a Chopped Greek Salad, Mushroom Burger and Fig Jam Burger for yours truly. At $15 per slider, the price was high, but still much more in line with our appetites than the entrees which were double the cost. So, we felt that management was smart to offer smaller options that allowed for drinks and/apps and a reasonable bottom line. Besides, we thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The burgers were half pounders with brioche rolls and homemade potato chips or fries. The fig jam added a nice sweet dimension to my burger. My friend asked for grilled scallops added to the salad, but when the kitchen lacked them, they inquired if he would be satisfied with shrimp instead. He was.
We were happy with our experience at Greystone. It was qualitatively superior to the previous tenants who tried to make a go of it in the old mansion on the road between Newtown and Washington Crossing. The outdoor patio looked appealing, but with the steam heat unrelenting even into the evening, now was not the time to try it out.
This was an interlude even George himself would enjoy. Came here for happy hour on a Friday. Service was quick and friendly. Ordered a beer, cocktail and philly steak pretzel. The philly pretzel was really good. The pretzel was buttery and delicious. The steak was good as well with enough cheese. The ketchup had a hint of spice that gave it a little kick. I liked it a lot. Overall a great experience. Sad to write a bad review but it was a sad lunch experience and ruined our lunch. I blame it mostly on the waiter who did not know the menu and did not seem to care anyway. Husband said he could not have cheese or butter. Waiter assured him his lunch did not have either. First bite, Hubby tasted butter. Waiter did not check on us for quite sometime so Hubby got up to look for him. By this time my meal was getting cold and I decided to just eat it. My Falafel was meh...not the best I have had. I asked for no tomatoes and of course they were on my sandwich. (Strike 2). Apparently no manager around and felt strange the chef came to our table (I was almost finished eating at this point) and Chef agreed Hubby's meal sauce was made with butter. We were told we "wouldn't be charged" for Hubby's meal. Really? He didn't eat it, almost made him ill, ruined our lunch, it was not relaxing...do we actually thank them for this gesture? They should have comped my meal as well. A free meal was not on our mind when we picked this new restaurant for lunch...we simply expected a normal dining experience. Thought my lunch was terribly over priced for what was served. We sat at a corner table in the main dining room. It was very uncomfortable bc the table was too low for the bench. I can see this place being a great bar scene but I hope they step up their game. We are not rushing back anytime soon. We are very disappointed with our new local restaurant. Sigh. Very good food and service every time I come to eat dinner. All the specials are very tasty and plentiful on the plates On Sunday, July 11th we had the most beautiful day for our daughter's Bridal Shower ... we could not have anticipated how wonderful everything was at the Grey Stone!! The food was delicious, the venue was beautiful, but most of all, or wait staff was spectacular ... Donna and Sean were beyond attentive, pleasant, etc., etc., etc!!! We didn't even need to ask to have things done, they just did it! I could go on and on!
Our guests are still reaching out to let us know how wonderful everything was!!! The event planners, specifically Tori, or so easy to work with! I can't wait to come up with another excuse to have an event there! Fabulous food .... Best waitstaff ... Donna ... so attentive and recommended the Chicken Milanese ... which was ridiculous!!!! Thoroughly (meh) the service was okay, the prices were high, te drinks were okay, the atmosphere was sub par, but it is a Friday night, lol he burger was decent, but just tasted like 80/20 beef, $1 at the grocery store, the wild mushrooms were just mushrooms, the fries were okay, on par with McDonald's, and the max and cheese should be labeled mac with cream, ie tate maybe a 5 out of 10 if the atmosphere was better and the prices were reasonable also if there was some bread.... I like bread Wow...such an improvement from when they first opened. My first review was a 1 star. Time for an update.
Lately we have been hearing positive feedback and thought it was a good time to circle back for another try. So glad we did...it was good. In comparison...we have been to The new Iron Hill Brewery (in Newtown) and thought Grey Stone was better.
Many have mentioned just how nice the outside patio/deck area is...and YES(!)...nicely done and huge!! I just hope they get heaters for the fall as it was unexpectedly a bit too chilly Saturday night and heaters were needed. We sat with our light jackets on. Every table was occupied by 6:30. Happy to see so many people out and enjoying themselves. (Most wearing jackets). They did a great job keeping the tables spaced apart and following COVID guidelines.
Our food was all pretty good. Stand out was the General Tso's Cauliflower. Although, our friend said last time she had it, it was crispier and much better. She was slightly disappointed. I started with the crab corn chowder soup. $10 soup...I thought it could have been better. It was barely warm. I didn't feel like sending it back as it throws the timing of our main meal off. I read a review where someone mentioned the crab cake not being great but Hubby enjoyed his.
I agree with a previous review who mentioned drinks were nothing to rave about. One speciality drink...I think it was called Gold rush...was not great and same with the sangria. My vodka martini was fine.
Service was friendly and attentive. We did not feel rushed and timing was right on.
Soooo glad we gave another try...they won us back! Seven of us went to celebrate some October birthdays, and we all enjoyed our appetizers and meals, as well as our desserts! They do have a limited menu but the choices are unique. Everything went well, food came out fast, drinks fast, and desserts, too! However, after desserts it took forever for our bill to come, probably close to 45 mins to an hour. I can't understand why but I know it's too long especially for elderly people to sit that long. It's also expensive but a nice place and atmosphere for a celebration or to treat yourself. Birthday dessert is included in your meal so that was awesome, too! The food was mediocre at best. We ordered the Lamb Burger and the Shrimp Tacos. Everything lacked flavor. We waited over an hour for food. Probably the biggest let down was the fries, which clearly sat in a window then instead of cooking a fresh batch they dropped them back in the fryer so while they were warm they were awful. The server was very kind but also he had way too many tables. We dined inside in the bar area where they decided it was a great time to deep clean the bar so we got to enjoy clanking and employees shouting at one another. All really enjoyable we finished eating kind of as most of the food just wasn't good and proceeded to wait at this moment 11 minutes and counting to even ask for the check. I have watched six different people walk by and none of them cleared our plates or asked us if we were finished. Overpriced and underwhelming I will not be back. I'll give 1 star for atmosphere since I can't choose 0. Went for lunch with a friend. Both of us had the same appetizer, same entree (salad) and dessert. Both of us got sick. Called the restaurant to let them know. Was told they would let the owner know and that he would call back, never did. Excellent food, good service. Our server , Donna, was great. Will be back for more! Try the wines, really great selections. We went back for the second time on Saturday of Labor Day weekend. The experience was so poor, our party of 6 walked out after 45 minutes. The reasons are too numerous to mention, from waiting way too long to be seated (with reservations) to only 2 of 6 drinks being delivered after 20 minutes, to no confidence that the service was going to get any better. This restaurant has a beautiful ambiance, great outdoor seating, and a great chance to be successful. But sadly, there doesn't appear to be enough on site, hands on management to fix what is broken. It will be a while before we go back. The Grey Stone is impressive looking with beautiful grounds and lovely fountains and fairy lights. Our server,
Greg, was friendly and attentive and possibly the best waiter we have ever had. So how good would the food be? It was fabulous!!! We loved everything we ordered from the appetizer, dynamite shrimp, Grey Stone merlot - yum, the Shrimp Risotto was perfectly prepared, as was the salmon dish. I had a side of carrots and beets with goat cheese- so good! A shared Limoncello cake was the grand finale. Everyone there was so friendly, including hostess & bussers! The owner asked us on the way out how we enjoyed our meal and sincerely thanked us for coming! We will definitely be back. We came in on a Saturday night. Called in and got a table for 4 around 8pm. Bar is a bit too small. Huge lobby area. Should be much bigger. If bar was larger would get a better after dinner crowd and stay for drinks.
Food was delicious. We started with the Black Pepper Wings. Our entrees were Chilean Sea Bass with Risotto, gnocchi, veggie burger, regular burger.
Drinks were expensive. $12 for a glass of wine.
The restaurant decor was very nice. Old historic building is beautiful.
Give it a try. Celebrating my husband's birthday and the husband of another couple who dined with us. The appetizer General Tso Cauliflower was very good. The drink Tanquery and tonic was good. The braised short ribs lacked any flavor and the baby carrots were extremely under cooked. Very hard to cut with a sharp knife. Cheesey grits lacked cheese. Bordelaise sauce bland. The cheesecake was dry and obviously store bought the ice cream that accompanied it was melted. They seated us upstairs. The very worst part of the evening was the deafening sound coming from the room. The acoustics were horrible. You could not hear anyone at your table without screaming. There was a large party at the other end of the room that as the drinks flowed the group got louder and louder. I went home with a headache. Overpriced for a restaurant that is trying to pass itself off as fine dining. A glorified bar. Service lacked fine dining protocol. No response from the waiter when I told him about the carrots. Dessert was complimentary because of the two birthdays but still wasn't worth eating. Glad we didn't had to pay the $12 each for it. Will not be returning even for a second chance. Extremely disappointed. The food is overpriced and mediocre at best. The $8 cheesesteak at my local pizza place is better than the $20 greasy cheesesteak here. To top it all off, our "homemade" cheesecake which was not very flavorful had hair. They did offer us a $15 gift card which would have been better spent on hair nets. We probably will not go back. My favorite upscale, date night restaurant in Bucks County. I've never had a meal that disappointed here and the service is always impeccable. We love the Greystone! Especially if you can sit out on the beautiful patio! Service is always wonderful and the food is delicious! I recommend their general Tso cauliflower to start! Or their burrata salad. They are always changing their food and drinks for the seasons, which I love! Recently celebrated my daughter's 30th birthday at Grey Stone. We enjoyed eating on the spacious outdoor patio. The food was great and the three staff assigned to our event were fabulous!! Tom, Donna and Mira, thank you for helping to make our event so enjoyable!! Had lunch for the first time at GreyStone here in quite some time, and i was quite surprised at how impressed i was at the restaurant, food, service and menu, for drink and food.
The place has a lovely bar, inside dining, and outdoor patio seating.
Our group sat outside for lunch , and although they were short staffed, you would never know it.
We were very satisfied with everything.
Salads were wonderful and some topped with chicken or shrimp, although salmon and octopus were also alternatives.
They had a great beer and wine list as well as specialty drinks.
I cant wait to return for lunch again, and dinner! Went finally last week. The bread was a "10". The spicy cauliflower was very good. My medium Prime rib was very well done and the Aus Jus was not very good. The atmosphere consisted of blacks and greys and was "cold" and not very warm and inviting.
They spent a fortune renovating the place and I'll try them again and will circle back with an updated review. Came here for my mom's birthday on Friday night. For starters this place is a zoo as in so many people. It was a Friday night and you will definitely need a reservation. They have valet as well which is convenient.
We sat outside and the ambiance/aesthetic is the best part. It was so nice! Lots of space and tables and string lights and just super cute.
The food was tasty. We got the cauliflower general tso's or whatever, so good. The shrimp was fire and the grilled octopus too.
For dinner I regretted getting the chicken cutlet sandwich but that's my fault.
Cocktails were okay nothing crazy, but this is a good spot for a special occasion. A bit pricey., hours: {'Tuesday': '12:0-20:0', 'Wednesday': '12:0-20:0', 'Thursday': '12:0-20:0', 'Friday': '12:0-21:0', 'Saturday': '12:0-21:0', 'Sunday': '12:0-20:0'} |
name: Paris Wine Bar, address: 2303 Fairmount Ave, city: Philadelphia, latitude: 39.9674385747, longitude: -75.1754522324, is_open: closed, categories: Bars, Nightlife, Restaurants, French, Wine Bars, text: REVIEW OF PARIS FLEA MARKET:
Accidentally popped in here looking for different parts of pig (Can You Eat a Whole Pig Fairmount food crawl, anyone?) and stumbled into the Paris flea market, held the last Sunday of every month.
Reasonably priced random knick knacks, art, jewelry, and friendly service. Definitely a great Sunday funday stop!
I saw a mirror I thought my friend would love, and at $16, if she didn't like it I decided I'd keep it for myself. Turns out she liked it so I guess I'll have to revisit Paris another time! A bientot, mon ami. They share a kitchen with the London Bar next door. The Wine Bar is dark, quiet and intimate feeling and I really liked it. They have live music on the weekends, Friday it was a guitar duo. They have a nice beer and wine selection and their mixed beer drinks a like deserts, highly recommended! Four stars because they seemed understaffed, our waiter was good but he was running around too much and it took forever to get drinks and our check. I am torn. I love the decor, service, music, wine selection and beer (from London Grille next door). The live music is a nice touch, get a couch seat if you can.. or sit outside. This is a MUCH needed addition to the neighborhood. Very good.. we also LOVE the Vegetable Board, wow.
So what don't we like? The Wine/Beer Prices. Too High. From the makers of London Grill the conveniently located next door Paris wine bar seems to fill a much needed niche for this side of the city.Love this place .... opening day for hh was a great idea. I didn't think it would be as crowded but I'm do glad they had such a great turnout. As the live band played i sipped my local made Syrah and found myself back in France. They offer about 5 different wines on draft (all produced by local PA wineries) I only sampled the Syrah but enjoyed it very much.
The atmosphere very chill ( great place for pre or post dinner drinks or hh)
They will in the future offer the option for happy hour and they also take reservations . They offer a full menu and they also allow you to order from the London Grill. I had the pleasure of meeting the owner who is very proud of this new venture . If your in the area make this a stop for sure. the staff is super nice and the bartender was very knowledgeable about the wines and wineries they had available.
For now it's four stars since I only got to sample the vino but I like this tres bon wine bar on the other side... Searched for a restaurant with live jazz music in Philly. I found it astounding that we lack this great venue. Then I happened to find, on yelp, Paris Wine Bar. Wow!! As we entered, the feeling of, " we're not in Philly anymore," fell over us. The muffled old French music played softly in the background as we were shown our table,way in the back , perfect. Sitting on a banquet filled with pillows as we sipped on wine made locally. Not bad, but drinkable. The food was fabulous. We decided to order small plates and share. Grilled octopus, a vegetable platter and spring rolls. They were prepared with fresh ingredients and tasted so good. At 9:00pm live music softly filled the room until 12:00. Just a great evening spent in a very cool and welcoming spot. Our waiter, TJ (?) was adorable, attentive and helpful. This is a find!! Wine and Jazz
I must have driven by Paris in my Jaguar a thousand times and not noticed it. It sit's in the shadow of the larger, and more well know, London, which is just next door.
I stopped in only because I was invited by a friend to come have a beverage and listen to some music. That sort of thing is right in the Urqhart wheelhouse, so I was happy to oblige.
Paris is more like a sitting room with elements of a bar, than a traditional pub. I wasn't sure if should take my shoes off and sit on a comfy chair, or pony up to the bar. I chose bar...no surprise. They do a selection of local wines, which I like from a business standpoint more than I do from a palate perspective. I tried a Syrah that wasn't horrible, but certainly wasn't good. The wine exhibited very minerally qualities, and was served too cold to have any noticeable bouquet. It read like a 'crude bordeaux type wine of mixed origins.' This point just goes to show why the Northeast Corridor has not been hailed as a mecca by oenophiles.
The music, however, was wonderful. Paris has a real piano, and real musicians. I always so appreciate when a real commitment to culture is made. Hiring actual people sends a clear message which says 'It's important to support Art, and the Artists in our community." I'm happy for every opportunity I have to help in that support. With that being said, the music kept me there until closing.
Without live music, Paris is a solid three stars (maybe 2.75), but with I'm happy to rate it much higher, as a thank you to their support of Art. Stopped in for a glass of wine after dinner. There was a cute young girl singing accompanied by a piano, which was a nice touch but it was so quiet when we walked in otherwise that it was borderline awkward. The decor was charming but all a little makeshift, especially the little bar.
To be honest, I can't give this much of a review other than to say it was a hot, muggy night and it was even hotter inside. My friend and I sat wiping our foreheads - classy! My hope is that their AC shared with London next door was just broken that particular evening because London was just as stifling.
There is no restroom in Paris, so you must head next door into London and up a flight of stairs. The only reason I didn't mind the trek is because I found an over-working and under-delivering AC unit in an upstairs window which I shoved my face in front of for a lingering few moments.
I hope to stop by to sample some food but I am unfortunately not in a hurry. It's a little hard to tell the difference between London Grill & Paris Wine Bar, as London has the draft wines available & Paris currently shares the (updated) London menu. Honestly, it just seems as though London expanded their seating area. Don't get me wrong - this is a cute addition to the neighborhood & the expanded outdoor seating is much appreciated. I just don't feel it's truly a brand new bar.
A friend recommended the Galen Glen white, and it was quite good. I decided to try the Croque Madame. I was a little confused at the ham - it was good, but it's was more like a brisket, rather than ham. There was only a tiny bit of brie, and the bread was pretty overcooked. I'm not sure I'd get this again. The fries (as always) were terrific!
I'd definitely like to return and check out the interior. London is a neighborhood institution, so I'm glad they've expanded! PWC has a charming atmosphere, but the food is just average - fairly consistent with its (Siamese twin) sister restaurant London Grill to which it is attached. The Escargot was tasty and an interesting dish as the snails were wrapped in phyllo dough. The Beet Salad Napoleon was a decent portion, but the did not have a lot of flavor, which is what I would also say about the Mashed Potatoes. The Salmon dish had a good flavor, but particularly since they ask you how you want your sushi-grade fish cooked, I was disappointed that it was slightly overcooked. I like Paris. I like wine. Turns out they have live jazz. Me and my girlfriend have walked past this place many times and have been to London Grill plenty of times. Figured we'd give Paris a shot given the music angle.
The Decor: Walking in to Paris Wine Bar is like stepping into a Parisian salon - or what I imagine it would be like. Little tables, heavy curtains, striped wallpaper, art on the wall, a piano, dim lighting - incredibly cozy and inviting. When we went it wasn't too busy on the Paris side - we had dinner and then sat on the couch (there are two - right near the piano - it felt like sitting in a living room) with an Irish Coffee and listened to the piano and sax. Someone mentioned that it almost felt awkward being one of the few people in there with the performers - it can be, but I think that's because in general we are "afraid" of being that close to art. It wasn't long ago, before musicians were a product on a screen or stage, that this was a normal thing. I enjoyed being so close to the musicians. Even chatted a bit when they asked if we had requests (we did..."April In Paris") - I found the proximity to be warm and inviting and fit perfectly with, and enhanced the charm of the place.
The Food: It's London's kitchen. They have always been pretty solid. Easy 4 out of 5 with anything I've ever had there.
The Wine: Ehhh. The drafts were a little too cold - no problem - let it sit for a few. But, they are all local PA wines - not exactly the stuff of great intrigue. That being said, the Syrah I had was the best PA wine I've tasted - but a pretty middling wine all around. We ordered off the bottle list for round two.
The Service: Very friendly. A little slow, but not overly lagging. We went on a Friday night and it seemed that the London side was quite busy, which in turn makes the Paris side a bit slow as they share the same kitchen and bar. However, we did not mind as we were out for the night and enjoying the music and the room.
In a small way, with enough wine, one could easily imagine they were in Paris enjoying a peaceful night at a cafe before strolling the Champs-Élysées...I mean Ben Franklin Parkway...
Would recommend and am planning on visiting again, soon. Came here Friday evening, and were able to be seated immediately. It is a great concept, I know a few proponents of wine on tap so I was very excited to see it finally available in PA. I do wonder how it can be legal, since pretty much anything that makes sense with alcohol is illegal here.
The wines were decent, I don't have a lot of experience with PA wines so it was nice to try a few. They were out of the syrah so I stuck to the whites and rose. The food menu is the same as the London for now. For the most part everything we ordered was fine, but just fine. Nothing really special, but a step up from a lot of the bar food available in the neighborhood. I enjoyed the arugula salad (hello fried goat cheese what is not to love!) and the apple cake dessert best. The gratin potatoes were underdone, but that is common at restaurants in my experience.
I feel like I will come here a lot. The decor is almost identical to my dad's dining room so it had a homey feeling for me. They do happy hour so I want to check that out next along with the truffle parm fries. Ok so this place is an extremely odd hole in the wall. It reminded me of random real estate open houses when you'd go into a home and it had junk everywhere and a funky smell. We initially walked in and thought it was closed cause it was dead for a Saturday night and the two person band was taking a break and just sitting near the entrance. I was afraid to sit on the couch cause again it just had that musty feel.
But what gives this place four stars is the pricing and service. It's extremely laid back, easy to converse, good drink/dessert selection, and the wine carafes were half off so you basically got four servings of wine for $13. Honestly cannot be beat. It's a great place for a chill night. Don't go there expecting to party, not much going on lol. Cheers! I've liked London (the connected bar/restaurant) for years. The place has tons of character, with a vintage classic-style mahogany bar and tiled floor. The food is equally timeless, and service is always friendly and attentive. On winter nights the bar area can feel slightly cold because of the front and side doors creating a wind-tunnel effect. Paris has that same problem (at least for the table in front of the restaurant next to the bar.)
For a wine bar, the list isn't overly extensive. But the happy hour special was decent- a $4.00 Pennsylvania red. My headache subsided by 9:00 AM this morning, so it couldn't have been that bad? They have complimentary quiche, and cheeses and crackers; a nice gesture. Some of the women had small plates off the menu and enjoyed them.
Decent decor, and an overall relaxing atmosphere with couches and large cushioned chairs towards the back. Don't expect 5 star dining, but definitely a solid place for a quiet date or catching up with some friends. Wine up! It's about to get real: The time has come to find out a hidden gem. The "under-the-radar" Paris Wine Bar ( PWB.)
What's not to love about PWB? It has a sophisticated, yet intimate vibe. With its excellent, causal and elegant French-bistro-style/comfort fare, there's even more to love. Their bloody delicious mini Fish'n'Chips, tasty mini Empanadas, and super yummy mini Salmon Cakes are worth a try!
Paris Wine Bar is so charming and memorable, unlike its sister restaurant, London Grill, which has different atmosphere, also great. Now say what you will about the PWB, but after one visit, you'll have to admit, it's perfect spot for romantic date night! PWB is very cozy, dimly lighted, and an old Parisian-style decor. The chandeliers, and draperies will surely set the mood for a tipsy/ sober feel.
Another trick? PA wine-on-tap. Yep thats right, six local draught wines are offered. Check it out, people! Wine & dine, or snack & sip, whatever you desire - just enjoy!
I look forward to returning for a Friday evening live jazz, or to an improv murder mystery wine dinner, when it's offered.
Four Yelps! Paris Wine Bar is the coziness, friendliest, most chill place to hang out. I've never been to Paris the city, but I hope it's as cool and well-decorated as Paris the wine bar. I spent about three perfectly content hours here sitting on a comfy sofa, listening to lovely live jazz music and sipping on local wines. I also indulged on a cheese plate which was tasty and a great accompaniment to my wines.
I absolutely loved the time I spent here and will definitely come back at the first opportunity, Another new slophouse open.This place won`t last for long.Food is horrible.Waiters.waitress seem confused or hung over when speaking with them.Left there on a saturday and got sick from this dump . There are a few things that make a Friday night special. One is a good glass of wine and the second is listening to good music. I found both at Paris Wine Bar last week. There was jazz going on and the setting was perfect for it.
Our server was very attentive and we enjoyed the music. It really felt like we were in a cafe in Paris not in Philadelphia. My friend ordered a Marie Antoinette which was a drink served in a champagne class. She said it was a good drink. This place is a keeper and I will be returning soon.. My wife and I celebrated our 16th wedding anniversary at the Paris Wine Bar and loved every minute. We had taken a memorable trip to France in the past and wanted to emulate our French experience. After reading reviews and exploring their website, I called the Paris Wine Bar and asked for their help to find the right table and the right time to enjoy their ambiance. They were amazingly helpful and accommodating. When we arrived they had our seat reserved (even though we called in with a 30 minute delayed arrival). They were amazingly friendly and generous!
From the decor to the wine to the food to the live Jazz music, the experience was amazing. It was the right balance between intimate, romantic, and surprisingly authentic!!!!!
It's casual elegance and amazingly friendly staff make it a gem of a destination for any occasion including a wedding anniversary!, hours: {'Thursday': '17:0-0:0', 'Friday': '17:0-0:0', 'Saturday': '17:0-0:0'} |
name: Mr Wong's Chinese Restaurant, address: 1849 Wolf St, city: Philadelphia, latitude: 39.9230481, longitude: -75.1780777, is_open: closed, categories: Restaurants, Chinese, text: While there didn't seem to be anything wrong with their food (judging by the Chinese takeout scale), I credit mr. Wong's for being the cause of my longest break from Chinese food. It might just have been all the grease or the crab Rangoon but my body objected heavily to it. I may have temporarily tried to forget about the night I posted abut above. So apparently the claim of not using MSG is just a claim. I definitely had a very uncomfortable night of bloating and stomach pain. The food was delicious, but the pain wasn't worth it. So much for finding a chinese restaurant that I can eat from that's also close by :( Far and away the best Chinese food to order if you live in Point Breeze! A total game changer to the takeout game. It's good to go to a Chinese Fast food pick up without a bullit proof counter! Me wings food is a delicious as he is super friendly. He's my go to Chinese good down in South Philly for the last 4 years. Depending on how much you order you get a free side item. He's always fast and the good is always the best. You can't go wrong! very good food! Fast delivery, big portions. They will even make us battered broccoli, which is not on menu. delicious cheese wonton! Very nice people who work there, always polite and professional. There Chinese food is good for lunch. I usually just buy soda, soup and rice otherwise. I enjoy a good internal dousing of Chinese food every once in a while and Mr. Wong's is where I order from to feed that craving. The fact that they do not use MSG is a plus as well as them being a few blocks from my apartment. My girlfriend and I stopped eating Chinese for a while after a bad experience and we're testing the waters again tonight with Mr. Wong's. I'm looking forward to it all the way! Don't do me wrong, Mr. Wong! Poor tasting food. Restaurant is dirty and unappetizing looking. Within 20 minutes after eating some of the food, my wife was on the toilet. Not long after, so was I. I got a terrible headache that lasted into the early morning and both our faces became red hot flushed, and we did not have anything spicy, just regular. They must use msg, We will not be eating anything from Mr Wongs again. Yuk. This is good Chinese Food. It's not gonna blow your mind away but you won't regret ordering it. Would have given it four stars but the delivery took over an hour. Szechuan tofu was especially delicious. Other reviewers are right, the cheese wontons were totally awesome. Mr. Wong's is exactly what you'd expect from good Chinese. The portions are huge, the chicken is actually white meat when you cut it in half. Your craving will be satisfied without a doubt. I broke down and gave in to my craving for cheese wonton. Mr. Wong is now my main Chinese grease joint. Meestah Wong yoooo rawwwwkkkk!!!, hours: {'Monday': '11:0-23:0', 'Tuesday': '11:0-23:0', 'Wednesday': '11:0-23:0', 'Thursday': '11:0-23:0', 'Friday': '11:0-23:0', 'Saturday': '11:0-23:0', 'Sunday': '12:0-23:0'} |
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