Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Scranton / Poconos

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Updated September 05, 2024

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

4.9

4.9 (931)

$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

Traceyvip

Dined 3 days ago

Fantastic Food. Lovely service . Beautiful views .

Grico's Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (63)

$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

Mike

Dined on Aug 26, 2024

We went for our son’s 21st birthday. The food was phenomenal! Every one in our party had something different and it all was delicious.

Alter House

4.8

4.8 (769)

$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.

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Anne

Dined 2 days ago

As usual, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves as did our guests. Everything was outstanding.

The Beaumont Inn

4.9

4.9 (206)

$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

Johnvip

Dined 4 days ago

Great as expected. I just wish they were not 35 miles from our home. One of the best fine dining restaurants in PA

Butter

4.8

4.8 (78)

$31 to $50

American

Cresco

About the restaurant

Chef Mark Arnao's restaurant Butter named as the Culinary Reason to visit the Poconos by 5ReasonstoVisit.com serves unparalleled creations. From his Sushi Flatbread to Truffle Miso Salmon and the Foie Gras Slider. Don't forget to try the nightly Butcher Block Specials while you sit by the fireplace and enjoy a wonderful glass of wine or one of our specialty Cocktails. Visit after a great day at the outlets or sliding off of the slopes at Camelback. No matter the season Butter always has something going on. Remember everything is better with Butter.

Top review

Betsyvip

Dined 4 days ago

Mark did a fabulous job, as usual! Salmon with edamame dumplings! Yum!

Momento

4.8

4.8 (485)

$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

ChrisPvip

Dined 3 days ago

I was pleasantly surprised to find a restaurant of this quality in the Pocono area. It was on the level of fine dining in New York City. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and the creativity of the chef’s food.

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Olivet - The Swiftwater Hotel

4.8

4.8 (18)

$31 to $50

American

Mount Pocono / Pocono Manor

About the restaurant

The Olivet in The Swiftwater offers an exquisite space that seamlessly blends the fresh mountain air with a refined dining atmosphere. Gather to enjoy a sophisticated culinary experience, complemented by expertly crafted cocktails and a serene ambiance.

Top review

Patricia

Dined 3 days ago

Everything was great food was excellent, I would recommend to friends, would love to see more items on menu.

Sambuca Grille

4.8

4.8 (930)

$30 and under

Italian

Scranton

About the restaurant

Sambuca Grille is an Italian restaurant located in Downtown Scranton.

Top review

Jason

Dined 3 days ago

One of the best dinner destinations in downtown Scranton.

Catch 21 Seafood & Steak

4.7

4.7 (337)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Scranton

About the restaurant

Catch 21 features the freshest ingredients with hand-crafted cocktails, a carefully selected wine list, multiple dining rooms, and outdoor seating.

Top review

Dale

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful Friday evening dinner. Food and service were excellent. Add the live music for 1st Friday and you have a perfect time.

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Popular dish

Grilled Salmon

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

4.7

4.7 (2796)

$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

OpenTable Diner

Dined 5 days ago

Food and service are exceptional! Definitely my favorite in Wilkes barre area.

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