Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Scranton / Poconos

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best service in Scranton / Poconos? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Olivet - The Swiftwater Hotel

4.8

4.8 (17)

$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

Amandavip

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Jessica was absolutely wonderful. We loved the trout and scallops. The new wine list should be coming soon and we look forward to seeing all the great wines from the east cost. Dining room was cozy and we look forward to visiting soon!

Butter

4.8

4.8 (77)

$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.

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Betsyvip

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

As usual, the food was fabulous! Grilled Caesar is a winner and miso salmon w edamame dumplings soo yummy.

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.

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Traceyvip

Dined 1 day 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

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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 (768)

$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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Bobbye

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

Excellent food&drinks, very good service, lively atmosphere, enjoyable guitar music and a friendly& accommodating waitress who went out of her way to make a birthday celebration special! We especially enjoyed the Seasonal Harvest Bowl and Caesar Salad both with added blackened salmon.

Sambuca Grille

4.8

4.8 (929)

$30 and under

Italian

Scranton

About the restaurant

Sambuca Grille is an Italian restaurant located in Downtown Scranton.

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Dalevip

Dined 5 days ago

As always, our food and service was great! This is a good choice for an excellent dinner.

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.

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Dalevip

Dined 2 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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Grilled Salmon

Pronto - Scranton

4.7

4.7 (180)

$30 and under

Italian

Scranton

About the restaurant

Looking for the finest homemade Italian cuisine? Come in, sit down, and enjoy the best Italian cuisine Pennsylvania has to offer. At Pronto, we prepare our food using the freshest ingredients, and sparing nothing on the details. With authentic Old World recipes, we make sure your visit is a one-of-a-kind experience. We understand the values of family and tradition, as well as quality and integrity. We believe that only the best foods combine all four, and we serve only the best. Whether it’s a romantic dinner for two, a family lunch for six, or a full meal for the entire office, our comfortable and classic setting make us the best choice for any occasion. Try the finest selection of chicken, veal, steak, and seafood cooked in your favorite sauces, and garnished with love from our chef. Indulge in delectable deserts that melt in your mouth. Make your night extra special with a glass of wine from exquisite vineyards from all over the world. Unisciti a noi e benvenuti a casa!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Aug 20, 2024

The service was impeccable. Food was delicious. It’s a small place but it has a wonderful atmosphere. Everyone is smiling and very personable and inviting,I would definitely go back. Bravo Bravo 🙌 Highly recommended !

Momento

4.8

4.8 (483)

$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.

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Patrick

Dined on Aug 28, 2024

Love the place! Excellent food! Great people. They had a computer glitch so service was a bit slow. We have been there a lot and never had any problem with the service. I recommend Momentos, and give it a 10

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

4.7

4.7 (2794)

$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!!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

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

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