Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Scranton / Poconos

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Updated June 05, 2025

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The Farmhouse at Turkey Hill (NOT Turkey Hill Brewing Co.)

5.0

5 (960)

$31 to $50

Continental

Bloomsburg

About the restaurant

This reservation is NOT accepted at the Turkey Hill Brewing Co. Your reservation will be made at The Farmhouse Fine Dining Restaurant located inside the main house/lobby of the Inn at Turkey Hill. The Farmhouse is a small, upscale restaurant in NEPA featuring seasonal American fare, classic cocktails, and attentive service just seconds off I-80 (Exit 236). Enjoy hand-crafted dishes and award-winning wine in one of our three distinct dining rooms or stop in for a drink in our cozy tavern.

**Please note our Brewery does not accept reservations and is a separate building/restaurant.**

Outside seating is limited and is not available online. Please call if interested in booking outdoor dining.

Please call to confirm availability of any special requests and/or dietary needs.

PA guidelines require masks in common, indoor areas for guests NOT fully vaccinated. This requirement is scheduled to be lifted on June 28th.

Top review

Michael

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent SERVER, Table bus service was also excellent. Food was Delicious.

Grico's Restaurant

5.0

5 (98)

$30 and under

American

Wilkes-Barre

About the restaurant

You’ll feel at home at the Original Grico’s in Exeter. We offer classic cuisine served to make you feel as if you were one of the family. Our menu features selections of succulent steaks, seafood, and traditional favorites, served in a warm and cozy atmosphere. Dine with friends, loved ones or business associates or enjoy cocktails at the 1930s vintage bar.

Please note if you cannot find a reservation time that you desire please call 570-654-9120

Top review

Lisa

Dined 5 days ago

Always have a wonderful time at Grico’s!! Food is great and atmosphere is relaxing.

The Refinery

4.9

4.9 (343)

$31 to $50

American

West Wyoming

About the restaurant

A unique dining experience in the heart of downtown Pittston! Refined Italian Cuisine "Grandma's Heart, With A Modern Hand"

Top review

Tina

Dined 5 days ago

The food is delicious and I wonder recommend it to everyone 😊

Momento

4.9

4.9 (591)

$31 to $50

Italian

Stroudsburg

About the restaurant

Momento offers upscale Franco Italian Cuisine. Specializing in fresh made pasta, quality ingredients including; fresh fish, TRUFFLES , Organic meats, Italian specialties and both American and JAPANESE WAGYU. A feature of the restaurant is the tasting menu with wine pairing and molecular gastronomy. WINE SPECTATOR WINNER with over 200 wines on the menu and over 25 by the glass. Wine tastings events. Design your own bourbon flight from our extensive collection. Want classic cocktails made the old fashion way? We have that covered too. Outdoor patio and bar, weather permitting. CHEF NICOLA MERSINI brings experience from Italy, Spain, Germany and New York City for an excellent culinary experience in the Poconos. No kids menu but we have a plenty of pleasing pasta dishes.

Top review

JessicaVIP

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

The staff was amazing. We were seated promptly for our reservation and chose a great wine off of their tremendous wine list. Our charcuterie appetizer pleased the group as did every entree presented to us. Ask about their own Elijah Craig bourbon too!

Alter House

4.9

4.9 (890)

$30 and under

American

Clarks Summit

About the restaurant

Alter House Restaurant and Bar is a family owned Farm-to-Table Restaurant and Event Venue dedicated to seasonal, sustainable cuisine. It is our culinary mission to source the finest ingredients from regional farmers, artisan purveyors and local farms whenever possible. Here at Alter House Restaurant and Bar, sustainability is the forefront of our identity. The seasons will define our menu. Our goal at Alter House is to be the restaurant of choice in Northeast Pennsylvania. Our aim is to provide our guests with unique culinary offerings paired with incredible service, in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. We hold ourselves to the highest possible standard of excellence for food and service, dedicating ourselves to these core values and principles. By doing so, we focus on what we do best – Altering your dining experience.

Top review

MalcolmVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Another outstanding Alter House experience! Watermelon martini 🍸 was scrumptious! Shrimp 🍤 wanton app was yummy!🤤 Special Burratta salad 🥗 was great as was shrimp 🦐 fettuccine! Best French press coffee ☕️ in the area! Better than the food and drink is the fabulous staff, Hayden and Andrew!🙌🏻

The Ridge Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (262)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hawley

About the restaurant

Serving Italian dishes prepared with the finest ingredients -- always from scratch!! Just like grandma's kitchen... feast on Sunday Sauce every week complete with meatballs, sausage, pork & beef. Get it while it lasts.
Enjoy a cocktail at our full bar - come by and say hi to the family!

We will hold all reservations for up to 15 minutes - if you arrive any later we will need to seat you at the next available time, if we have availabiity.

Parties of 5 or more - a credit card will be required to reserve your table. If you need to cancel your reservation please call us prior to 3 hours of your reservation time to avoid penalities.
Separate checks not provided for parties of 5 or more.

Family Owned & Operated

*CLOSED MONDAYS & TUESDAYS YEAR ROUND*
HOLIDAYS CLOSED:
NEW YEARS DAY; SUPER BOWL SUNDAY; EASTER SUNDAY;THANKSGIVING DAY; CHRISTMAS EVE/DAY
NO ONLINE RESERVATIONS FOR VALENTINES DAY, MOTHER'S DAY & NEW YEARS EVE
PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT TO RESERVE - THANK YOU!

Top review

john

Dined 2 days ago

The Ridge is our absolute favorite place to dine!

Pizza Althea

4.8

4.8 (59)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

West Wyoming

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Top review

Jim

Dined 2 days ago

Good experience, foodunique, beer a bit warm. Quite loud.

Rikasa

4.8

4.8 (467)

$31 to $50

Italian

Scranton

About the restaurant

Our Newest addition Roof 53 can be now reserved online. Please review the menu, it is different then the main floor menu...

Come in and let your senses be tantalized by the coastal vibes of Italian shores. From shrimp cocktail to escargot, from the music to the mood, at Rikasa every day is a special occasion, whether it be a romantic date night or celebratory family gathering. Unwind after work in our chic bar for casual drinks or a smooth bottle of wine with friends. Our delectable menu offerings, from our finest chops and steaks, succulent seafood, house-made pastas and handcrafted cocktails are sourced locally and responsibly. We are also home to The Joint, our speakeasy bar, featuring live entertainment and incredible drinks every Friday and Saturday evening.

Highly skilled and welcoming staff are proud to elevate your experience like no other. At Rikasa, we promise that our relaxed elegance will transport you to a unique and unforgettable experience.

Top review

Georgette

Dined 3 days ago

Very loud on roof but food was delicious! Filet cooked perfectly!

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs

4.8

4.8 (3002)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Wilkes-Barre

About the restaurant

***** GUEST UNDER 21 MUST ENTER AND EXIT FROM THE LOWER RACING LOBBY ENTRANCE AS OF JULY 10, 2020 *****
Ruth's Chris Steak House at Mohegan Sun serves up exceptional service & sizzling taste. Our signature steaks are seared to perfection at 1800° & topped with fresh butter so they sizzle all the way to your table.
Experience the sensation of private dining at Ruth’s Chris & treat your special guests to unforgettable dining for your next business gathering, family celebration and all your holiday needs .
From our humble beginnings on Broad Street in New Orleans to our current position as the world's largest fine dining company, Ruth's Chris Steak House has come quite a long way in its first four decades. In 2015, we celebrated our 50th anniversary, & we consider it a celebration of the life of a woman who broke the mold - our founder, Ruth Fertel.

COME JOIN US & EXPERIENCE PERFECTION YOURSELF!!

Top review

Christine

Dined 2 days ago

Food was excellent, what you would expect from the chain. Service was excellent.

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4.8

4.8 (274)

$31 to $50

American

Wilkes-Barre

About the restaurant

Igloo dining is not available to be reserved through open table. Please visit our website igloo booking page. The restaurant service at the Beaumont Inn is all made to order through the garden herbs, fruits, and vegetables on site by our Executive Chef, Jeff Huntzinger, and his team of experienced chefs that have been trained at one of the most esteemed culinary institutes in the country. Our menus contain a variety of unique dishes you will only find at the Beaumont Inn. From the meal preparation and presentation to the entire dining experience, we strive to create an experience unlike any other.

Our exquisite meals can be viewed on our Menu page. Fine dining options are available both indoor and outdoor during the Spring through Fall seasons, weather permitting. However, you are still able to dine indoors at our stylish, relaxed bar and lounge as well as in our historic dining room.

Top review

JimVIP

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Great little country in with beautiful landscaping. Very good food and outstanding service. Highly recommend.

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