Black Dog Café: Delightful Fusion Cuisine in Skippack Village
Black Dog Café is a quaint fusion restaurant located within the heart of Skippack Village. In addition to the two dining rooms, there's also an alluring garden patio for dining outdoors when the weather is nice. The entire place has a great intimate feel that's perfect for couples and small groups. The food here features a host of Asian influences, with the cuisines of Japan, China, Thailand, and Vietnam represented in the menu. The quality is high across the board and comes at a very nice value. Service is friendly and efficient, and substitutions and special requests are no problem for the accommodating staff. The restaurant is BYOB, too! With a variety of dishes in a cute and cozy setting, Black Dog Café will satisfy your tastebuds without breaking the bank!
Black Dog Café
4049 Skippack Pike
Skippack, PA 19474
(610) 222-9211
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Olympia Pizzeria & Restaurant: Pizza Any Way You Like It
Olympia Pizzeria & Restaurant combines Greek and Italian cuisines with a Philadelphia flair in a casual take-out establishment. The restaurant serves everything from deep, greasy pizza slices to cheesesteaks, hoagies, and gyros. This eclectic combination may not be much of a local novelty, but Olympia’s standards of freshness and cleanliness (not a sticky tabletop in sight) sets it apart from the pack. Add to that a friendly staff and a range of beverages (including birch beer). And if you’re not in the mood to schlep downtown, you can always call for a pizza delivery or order conveniently online and have dinner brought straight to your doorstep.
Olympia Pizzeria & Restaurant
209 West Germantown Pike
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 279-5881
www.olympiapizzaonline.com
86 West: Doylestown Fusion Cuisine
Recently given a swanky new décor, Doylestown's 86 West combines Japanese food and New American favorites with tapas to create some of the most vibrant small plate dishes you'll ever taste. The sushi at 86 West is the standout, with rolls like Mango Shrimp Tempura and the Godzilla roll of spicy tuna, spicy crab, tempura shrimp, mango, avocado, cucumber, and jalapeño, all fresh and beautifully presented. The burgers and sandwiches are great too, with the Soft Shell Crab Sandwich and Mac-n-Cheese Burger bringing variety to the usual fare. 86 West's happy hour specials are a great deal, with drinks checking in at around $5! 86 West hosts events on Thursdays through Saturdays featuring live bands and DJs.
86 West
86 W. State Street
Doylestown, PA 18901
(215) 348-8600
Parkside American Grille: Eat in Comfort
Overlooking a nearby pond in Daniel W. Roth Memorial Park, the Parkside American Grille a restaurant the whole family will enjoy. Service is quick, and the space doesn't get overly noisy inside even when it's crowded. The menu is comprehensive and pleasing, making it great for a quick meal with the kids or a nice business lunch. A wide selection of salads, sandwiches, and burgers complements starters that range from wasabi crusted yellow fin tuna to a Philly cheese steak quesadilla. Entrees include steak and seafood options as well as a number of pastas. When the weather is nice there's outdoor seating available, and Parkside American Grille happily remains a BYOB restaurant. For a nice sit-down meal in Harleysville, stop here and enjoy some classic American eats.
Parkside American Grille
315 Alumni Avenue
Harleysville, PA 19438
(267) 932-8381
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El Sarape: Gourmet Mexican Food in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
Featuring authentic Mexican cuisine, El Serape combines traditional cooking and fresh ingredients to create memorable and delicious food. Friendly servers will quickly grab your drinks, and before you know it you'll be enjoying the delicious house-made chips and salsa. The menu is full of refined dishes that feature the rich, earthy flavors of Mexican cuisine. Classic dishes like fajitas and moles are available, as are a number of lesser known delicacies that are absolutely worth your attention. Another thing that sets El Sarape apart is its incredible tequila selection. It's easily the best in the area, and the bartenders can make a mean margarita out of any one you want. For delicious and fresh food, stop in at El Sarape for a deliciously fun good time.
El Sarape
1380 Skippack Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(610) 239-9466
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The Capital Grille: Sensational Steaks in Philadelphia
Located on Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts, the Capital Grille is an old-fashioned steakhouse with respect for tradition. The steakhouse experience is a quintessentially American one – big slabs of beef, carefully-selected sides, and an atmosphere of power and respect are all mandatory. The Capital Grille delivers on all three ably. This is a high-end restaurant that is perfect for a splurge, so come prepared to shell out serious coin in exchange for amazing food. Service is absolute perfection, with knowledgeable, attentive waiters at your beck and call. Start the meal with a cocktail from the fantastic bar and then peruse the menu. Obviously the big draw here is the steaks – dry-aged and cooked to order, they’re among the best steaks in Philadelphia. But there’s plenty of other good stuff on the menu as well. The Kobe beef carpaccio is incredible, as is the lobster bisque. Fans of surf & turf will find a lot to love here as well. If you still have room for dessert, don’t miss the flourless chocolate espresso cake.
The Capital Grille
1338 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 545-9588
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Bobby Simone’s: Relaxed Atmosphere, Upscale Feel
The view isn’t the only reason to love Bobby Simone’s, a New American restaurant and bar in Doylestown, though it's definitely a reason to visit. Known for its relaxed atmosphere but still upscale feel, Bobby Simone’s has ample seating outside in its private courtyard, as well as a loft bar on the second floor of the restaurant. Though the upstairs space verges on small, you'll never feel cramped. Bobby Simone’s offers a diverse list of wines, beers, and spirits that complement and enhance the cuisine. Little touches help make the meals memorable, like the red pepper and sunflower seeds in the standard house salad! The burgers are outstanding, with choices like the Black and Bleu Burger with Cajun Seasoning, Danish Bleu Cheese, and Onion Marmalade, and even the option of building your own. Relaxed, unpretentious, and welcoming, Bobby Simone’s is a great spot for dinner or drinks.
Bobby Simone's
52 E. State Street
Doylestown, PA 18901
(215) 340-1414
Lai Lai Garden: Delightful Fusion Cuisine in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
With a wonderful variety of dishes on the menu, Blue Bell's Lai Lai Garden is a great place to stop to have a delicious meal. This spacious restaurant has numerous rooms, making it easy to find a quiet corner to dine. The service is smooth and friendly, and the food options are extensive. With a specialty in Chinese and Japanese dishes, the menu here also features a number of Thai, Korean, and Vietnamese options. There's a sushi bar, too, offering specials during the week on certain items. Lai Lai is also more than happy to accommodate and cater to a wide range of parties, meetings, and special events, with numerous packages to suit any occasion. Lai Lai Garden's warm service and beautiful setting make for a pleasant and relaxing dining experience.
Lai Lai Garden
1144 Dekalb Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(610) 277-5988
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Corropolese Bakery & Deli: Your Go-To Bakery Nearby
Corropolese Bakery & Deli is practically synonymous with its famous tomato pies. Attracting a loyal clientele from throughout the region, this family-run Italian bakery prepares these thick-crusted sweet treat to perfection. With everything baked right on the premises, bread specialties like Stromboli, Kaiser, split, and everything in between, savory deli sandwiches, and sugary indulgences (the cinnamon rolls are well spiced and gooey good), Corropolese’s allure comes from its carefully made dough and dedicated preparation. With three locations throughout the region, it’s easy to see why this business continues to expand its clientele and reach.
Corropolese Bakery & Deli
2014 Old Arch Road
Norristown, PA 19401
(610 275-6664
www.corropolesebakery.com
Blackfish Restaurant: Bouillabaisse to Die For
It's easy to see why Le Bec Fin supremo Georges Perrier allowed Chef Charles “Chip” Roman to study at his feet. This kid has talent, which is written all over his efforts at Blackfish. Look no further than how he treats bouillabaisse, such a well-known and well-loved dish that its nuances are often ignored. Roman cooks each element of the stew individually, ensuring that the mussels are as satisfying as the crisp-skinned black bass, without sacrificing the flavor of the complex saffron-anise broth. His intense focus extends to the restaurant itself, where the simple, classic, cozy BYOB atmosphere is subtly reinvented by small touches like bent-spoon napkin rings and balletically graceful servers. If Blackfish was in the city, it would be booked months in advance. Get in while you can.
Blackfish
119 Fayette Street
Conshohocken, PA 19428
(610) 397-0888
www.blackfishrestaurant.com
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