Best American Restaurants in Lansdowne

Price: Moderate (209)Price: Expensive (72)Price: Very Expensive (32)

131 restaurants available nearby

A photo of White Dog Cafe - University City restaurant

1. White Dog Cafe - University City

4.7

Exceptional(5411)

Price: Moderate

• American • University City

Booked 84 times today

White Dog Cafe - University City is a renowned restaurant celebrated for its excellent Contemporary American cuisine. Located in the vibrant University City, the restaurant caters to all taste buds, offering a wide variety of choices from its diverse menu. Reviewers appreciate the creative use of foreign ingredients to create novel original flavors, as seen in their Pumpkin & Clam Chowder. With the balance of traditional American food and innovative flavors, the White Dog Cafe crafts a unique dining experience. Reviewers have described the restaurant as "the best in University City" and praised its dedication to serving delicious, healthy, organic food from local venues. The restaurant values attentive customer service, further enhancing the overall dining experience.

A photo of Louie Louie Bistro Bar restaurant

2. Louie Louie Bistro Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1739)

Price: Moderate

• American • University City

Booked 48 times today

Located in University City, Louie Louie is an American bistro with a French inspired menu offering seasonal, ingredient-inspired dishes based on a classical combination of flavors. House-made pastries and an extensive beverage program highlighting wines by the glass and bottle as well as seasonal specialty cocktails and craft beers add to the dining experience. The décor pays homage to Art Nouveau and European cafes with a touch of the 1970s. Traditional wood tones, reclaimed subway tiles, tried and true black and white marble stones as flooring and wainscoting and blue and buttery leathers, fabrics and patterns bring color and graphic identities to the space. The Lounge offers custom lux seating, perfect for gathering with friends for cocktails and snacks. Outdoor seating reminiscent of French cafes is the ideal spot for dining and people watching.

A photo of Streetlight Kitchen & Bar restaurant

3. Streetlight Kitchen & Bar

4.0

Excellent(42)

Price: Moderate

• American • Drexel Hill

Booked 2 times today

Streetlight Kitchen & Bar has emerged as a prominent destination for Contemporary American cuisine. Patrons laud its superb dining experience; they particularly rave about the perfectly-cooked food with great flavors and presentation, such as the blackened salmon. The restaurant's menu showcases a variety of dishes complemented by a list of local beers and refreshing drinks, crafted by attentive, personable staff. Furthermore, guests find the atmosphere of the establishment, featuring an outdoor patio, to be informal yet classy, and perfect for a laid-back dinner. Despite some minor criticisms about pricing and space organization, Streetlight Kitchen & Bar still boasts a remarkable reputation for its quality food and service.

4. Tavola Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(2393)

Price: Moderate

• American • Springfield

Booked 19 times today

Tavola Restaurant has carved a niche for itself in the realm of Contemporary American cuisine, renowned for its delectable menu selection and commendable service. The restaurant is appreciated for its sophisticated al fresco dining setup, offering an enjoyable atmosphere and stunning views. As gleaned from the reviews, Tavola's staff are amiable, prompt, and respectful, providing an overall exemplary service. The menu is abundant in choice, catering to a diverse range of taste preferences. Most importantly, the food is consistently praised for being flavorful, well-prepared, and delicious, affirming its prowess in serving quality Contemporary American dishes.

A photo of Chickie's & Pete's - Drexel Hill restaurant

5. Chickie's & Pete's - Drexel Hill

4.5

Awesome(334)

Price: Moderate

• American • Drexel Hill

Booked 6 times today

Chickie's & Pete's - Drexel Hill is renowned for its delightful seafood cuisine. The restaurant consistently garners outstanding reviews from patrons who frequently mention the delicious seafood, quality service, and enjoyable atmosphere. The phrase "I am a seafood junky" from one review perfectly encapsulates the sentiments of many patrons. Another diner commented, "The service was excellent and the seafood was delicious!" and yet another stated, "Been coming here for years. Love their seafood." It is therefore clear that Chickie's & Pete's - Drexel Hill is a beloved hub for seafood enthusiasts who appreciate great food served in a vibrant setting.

6. The Ridley House

4.1

Excellent(42)

Price: Moderate

• American • Folsom

Booked 3 times today

The Ridley House is a New AmericanRestaurant & Bar modeled after a traditionalHall & Parlor Home. The space is comprisedof three unique rooms & seasonal outdoorbeer garden. Guests can enjoy options fromour rustic American Farm Fare menu,handcrafted cocktails, & robust selection ofcraft beer.____________________________________________________________________________________________________Thank you for choosing The Ridley House for your dining experience! We are delighted to host you and your guests. For parties of 12 or more, we offer a specially curated menu to ensure seamless service. Please note that an 18% Gratuity will automatically be added to the bill for parties of 6 or more. Additionally, we can accommodate up to four payment cards per check. Please note a card must be on file to confirm large reservations for 12+, we look forward to serving you!

7. Akwaaba Tea Salon

4.7

Exceptional(24)

Price: Expensive

• American • West Philadelphia

Booked 2 times today

Whether you come cute with your girls, make it a date with your mate, visit as a mommy-daughter duo or take time just for you, Akwaaba Tea Salon & Event Space offers 90 minutes of pure indulgence in a sophisticated sanctuary. Here’s where you can take a breath while you take a sip of fine, loose-leaf teas and experience a cultural spin on traditional English High Tea fare. Think deviled eggs with a chunk of Southern-fried chicken instead of egg salad finger sandwiches. And homemade peach cobbler and banana pudding upstage macaroons every time! Oh, and did we mention the live jazz music at our 1 pm Sunday seating?!Akwaaba Tea Salon and Event Space is the latest hospitality experience from Monique Greenwood, the former Essence magazine editor-in-chief who took the lodging industry by storm with the 1995 launch of her award-winning Akwaaba Bed & Breakfast Inns, one of which is in Philadelphia, right down the street from the new tea salon and event space.

A photo of Not Your Average Joe's Ardmore restaurant

8. Not Your Average Joe's Ardmore

4.2

Awesome(2092)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ardmore

Booked 30 times today

Not Your Average Joe's Ardmore is a popular restaurant known for its exceptional Contemporary American cuisine. Customers have consistently praised the quality and variety of dishes served here, including the super-fresh salmon, delicious hamburgers, and one of the best pizzas. The restaurant also caters to dietary preferences, featuring a wide array of gluten-free options and even a vegan-friendly spaghetti squash dish in its extensive menu. Reviews also underline the excellent service provided by the staff, adding to the overall exceptional dining experience. Furthermore, their diverse menu, large portion sizes, and reasonable prices make this restaurant a crowd favorite with the locals.

A photo of Quaker Kitchen @ UPenn restaurant

9. Quaker Kitchen @ UPenn

5.0

Exceptional(0)

Price: Moderate

• American • University City

Coming Soon!

A photo of Local Wine & Kitchen restaurant

10. Local Wine & Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(408)

Price: Moderate

• American • Ardmore

Booked 12 times today

Local Wine & Kitchen is a highly recommended American cuisine restaurant. According to numerous customer reviews, the restaurant sets a high standard for quality, presentation, and flavor, delivering an outstanding dining experience. Patrons rave about the excellent service, with the staff providing great advice on food and drinks. Signature dishes such as lamb lollipops and shoestring fries received exceptional remarks for their taste and perfect cooking. Their unique menu also accommodates dietary options, resulting in a diverse array of choices. The restaurant's atmosphere is another highlight, contributing to a wonderful evening. With phenomenal food, drinks, and service, Local Wine & Kitchen is undoubtedly an Ardmore gem.

‘About the restaurant’ descriptions have been generated using an artificial intelligence model comprised of OpenTable proprietary data that has not been independently verified by OpenTable. The content is presented as-is, for informational purposes only.

Explore OpenTable

Lansdowne

American