Isabella Restaurant and Bar, Wilkes-Barre, PA

Isabella Restaurant and Bar

Name: Isabella Restaurant and Bar
Address: 1140 Route 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States, 18711
Telephone: (570) 270-9292
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

359 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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Since opening its doors in July of 2003, the Tambur family has built one of Northeastern Pennsylvania"s most successful restaurants based on a winning combination of delicious food, friendly and knowledgeable staffing, and the owners' attention to detail and ambiance. All this is offered to our patrons in a relaxed atmosphere located not in New York City, but right in your backyard. Whether you're comfortable in jeans-and-t-shirt or your style is designer label, you'll be able to kick back and enjoy the unique experience Isabella has to offer.

We offer an eclectic dining experience, sure to please any palette. Our seasonally changing menu encompasses many styles of cuisine with offerings from comfort food to cosmopolitan fare. Come in for a light bite and a fantastic cocktail, a famous Isabella burger and a glass of red, or for a multi-course culinary adventure.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(570) 270-9292
Website
http://isabellarestaurantandbar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Matty Devarnak
Private party facilities
Private Room, Brand New 80" Flat Screen with internet, a/v hook-ups, video conferencing 800 Square feet
Private party contact
Fran Dolan: (570) 270-9292

Location
1140 Route 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711
Neighborhood
Wilkes-Barre
Cross street
Jumper Road
Parking details
Plenty of Parking, well lit and in front of the restaurant
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Lobster Bisque
maine lobster, cognac, touch of cream
- Cup$7.00
- Bowl$9.00
Grilled Chicken Minestrone
seasonal vegetables, cannellini beans, pesto
- Cup$4.00
- Bowl$6.00
Pumpkin Soup
local maple syrup, pumpkin seed garnish, touch of cream
- Cup$5.00
- Bowl$7.00
Fall Salad$9.00
local kale, poached pear, gorgonzola, maple walnuts, white balsamic vinaigrette
Chopped Salad$9.00
chopped greens, red onion, avocado, hearts of palm, cannellini, beans, bleu cheese, rosato vinaigrette
Beet Salad$9.00
local mixed greens, crisp apple, walnut and goat cheese crouton, parsley vinaigrette
Lobster Quinoa Salad$15.00
local greens, maine lobster, fennel, apple, avocado, sherry vinaigrette
Apple Salad$10.00
green romaine, apples, pecans, dried cherries, gorgonzola cheese, cider vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$8.00
green romaine, fresh parmesan reggiano, croutons
Cobb Salad$10.00
romaine, avocado, bacon, blue cheese, hard boiled egg, balsamic vinaigrette

Panini

served with your choice of french fries, napa cabbage cole slaw, or side salad

Filet Mignon Panini$11.00
4 oz. beef tenderlion, carmelized onion, provolone, garlic aioli. side: french fries, napa cabbage cole slaw, side salad
Italian Chicken$11.00
grilled chicken, prosciutto, red peppers, provolone. side: french fries, napa cabbage cole slaw, side salad
Vegetarian Panini$9.00
red peppers, spinach, mushrooms, cheddar cheese, white balsamic vinaigrette. side: french fries, napa cabbage cole slaw, side salad
Pork Belly Panini$11.00
cider braised pork, crisp apples, cheddar, apple butter

Soup & 1/2 Sandwich

cup of soup and chef's sandwich selection. we serve fresh, local, organic produce from rowland & anthill farms

Sandwiches, Wraps & Burgers

served with your choice of french fries, celery root cole slaw, or side salad

The Rachel$11.00
pastrami, swiss, cole slaw, russian dressing, grilled rye bread. side: french fries, napa cabbage cole slaw, side salad
Turkey Reuben$11.00
turkey, sauerkraut, russian dressing, swiss, grilled rye bread. side: french fries, napa cabbage cole slaw, side salad
Lettuce Wrap$11.00
bibb lettuce, thai basil chicken, carrot, cucumber, sweet thai chili sauce. side: french fries, napa cabbage cole slaw, side salad
Crispy Chicken or Grilled Chicken Wrap$9.00
bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo. style: crispy, grilled. side: french fries, celery root cole slaw, side salad
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap$9.00
romaine, shredded parmesan cheese. side: french fries, napa cabbage cole slaw, side salad
Asian Chicken Wrap$9.00
napa cabbage, lychee, avocado, mandarin oranges, sesame vinaigrette. side: french fries, napa cabbage cole slaw, side salad
The Isabella Burger$14.00
hartley farms 28 day dry-aged burger, caramelized onion, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar cheese. side: french fries, napa cabbage cole slaw, side salad

Pasta

Tomato Cavatelli$9.00
hand-rolled ricotta pasta, confit tomato, chablis, chili flakes parsley
- With Colossal Crab$19.00
Penne Vodka$10.00
blush vodka sauce, peas, bacon
Rigatoni Butera$10.00
spicy sausage, crushed tomato, sweet peas, parmesan cheese
Fettuccine Bolognese$10.00
veal, pork & beef ragu, crushed tomato
Ginny Pasta$10.00
orecchiette pasta, fava beans, brussel sprouts, peas, red peppers, garlic, evoo

Entrees

Market Fish
daily selection of the freshest sustainable seafood
- Market Price
Ahi Tuna$16.00
edamame crusted, coconut rice, soy yuzu, wasabi creme fraiche
Arctic Char$14.00
rye croutons, brussel sprouts, beet hash, brown butter
Open Faced Turkey$12.00
sandwich mashed potatoes, green bean almondine, turkey gravy

What 359 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Quiet

359 Reviews

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Meagen
Philadelphia
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always enjoy a meal at Isabella. I often go there for lunch with a group of friends. Food is always good; atmosphere is pleasant and relaxing.
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SarahA
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another wonderful meal while visiting with my daughter a Wilkes college student ❤️
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Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
very good , nice ambience , easy access , friendly servers
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jamesp
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Service was excellent, food was good my steak was just a little overdone, however it was tasty.
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TerriP
Philadelphia
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
This was our first time here and we would definitely go back.
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Riverdrill
Greater Boston
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience2
Trying too hard with food options. Need to concentrate on providing upmarket quality with maybe smaller offering! Steak special overcooked. Lettuce piled on top of veal Milanese made the batter soft rather than crisp! A soggy mess.
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Wbarrett26
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The halibut special was amazing and they had good accomodations for our kids. My daughter loved the chicken fingers. Service was also great, very attentive.
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CynthiaC
Fayetteville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My review is based on previous dining experience. Very disappointed since Open Table allowed us to Make a Reservation yet the restaurant was CLOSED. Very Disappointed with OPEN TABLE for allowing this to happen. You all SHOULD know their operating hours and NOT falsely advertise and allow people to make a reservation - only to go to the restaurant and find it is CLOSED on Wednesday's. Open Table - Correct This Please.
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RobertL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Staff was wonderfully, food was fantastic, nice and quiet atmosphere. Would highly recommend
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EddieO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always have looked forward to dining at Isabella. This was a business lunch and my guest really enjoyed the meal. He's from out of town and will be visiting the area on a regular basis. He suggested that we make lunch at Isabella a regular event when he visits.
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phyllism
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very pleasant service paced to our needs . Excellent food . Great selection .
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Linda
New York Area
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was excellent and server was prompt and helpful. One of our favorite restaurants in the area.
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JohnB
Orlando
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Isabella is a classy, fine eatery restaurant. The food, service, atmosphere are all excellent. If you have not tried Isabella, you are missing out
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Frank
Poconos
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner was great as was the service. Thank You!
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JohnD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed celebrating Mother’s Day with my lovely wife and our grown children. We had a great table and our server was great(knowledgeable,friendly, quick) making us feel welcome.
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BobbyVette
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
An excellent choice for a dining experience. Ample parking, large dining area, well decorated with a great atmosphere. Some seating is close together. Service is excellent! Wait staff is very friendly, courteous, and attentive. Food was well prepared, hot, and orderly. Portions are ample, though a little pricy for the area. Good cocktail and wine selection. Will definitely return.
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digwine
New York Area
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The ambience is wonderful and the food was really good-perfect for a quick dinner during the week or leisurely dining and date night on the weekend
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wanted to try a new restaurant with my dear love. We both found the restaurant beautiful, clean, and quite peaceful. The service was very kind and inviting. They even gave extra consideration to our gluten free diet! The food was presented beautifully and was absolutely delicious! We intend to return soon! Highly recommended !
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Sharon
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a favorite for lunch. Everything perfect and the service is outstanding.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service!
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Patti
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Veal Francaise was fabulous. Missing the peanut butter mousse desert.
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DeniseS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our bartender, Doug, was very attentive and made delicious cocktails. We were having such great conversation with Doug and the bar was not crowded or busy so we ate our dinners at the bar. Our food was superb! I had a medium rare prime rib and my husband had the lobster ravioli. Both were done to perfection. Oh, and the German Chocolate cake was wonderful!
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mikec
Poconos
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
One of my favorite restaurants. Nice quiet place with delicious food.
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ScottL
Poconos
97 reviews
vip
4.0
97 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Love the atmosphere and service
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TheWineSnob
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 3, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
For the Scranton area, it’s the best I have experienced to date. Great personalized service, delicious food, scallops, duck and pork chop were excellent, calamari was a little on the salty side. Italian wines are unique and delicious.
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MeganL
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Isabella's is a hidden gem in Wilkes-Barre! The staff was fantastic, the ambiance was terrific and the food was delicious! You won't be disappointed; enjoy! :)
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RosemaryD
Atlantic City
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience3
Service was slow. Seemed overwhelmed Very busy and shorthanded
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Gooumet
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent experience
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KristenB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was fantastic. It was our first time visiting. We will definitely be returning
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was great. I just felt like the food came out too fast!
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WendyL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I met some old friends at Isabella for dinner. It was my first time there and I was very impressed. The ambience was warm and relaxing, the service was great,and our meals were delicious! The atmosphere was quiet and my friends and I were able to talk and catch up. Overall a wonderful experience.
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JohnH
Poconos
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a great restaurant, I’ve never had a bad meal.
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DennisD
Poconos
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice experience. Food and service exceptional. Relaxing ambiance. Tracy and Nadine are the A team! Thank you both for a great evening at Isabella. Will return for sure. DnD.
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PaulW
Poconos
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2021
overall4food5service5ambience3
Tables along the front windows were too close together
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FaithH
Poconos
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a nice experience
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BettyL
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorite places to eat in Wilkes Barre,,,,,,,,,, never disappoints!
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ScottS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was Excellent. Choices beyond turkey for thanksgiving on the Menu.
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Mmmolly
Philadelphia
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Relaxing atmosphere for lunch with quite a variety to choose from on the menu. Delicious, fresh food in a quality restaurant.
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Paul
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food selection and excellent quality. Service was top notch.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good all around
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Isabella Restaurant and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (570) 270-9292.

Isabella Restaurant and Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 359 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Isabella Restaurant and Bar

1140 Route 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711

Additional information

Cross street
Jumper Road
Neighborhood
Wilkes-Barre
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Plenty of Parking, well lit and in front of the restaurant
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matty Devarnak
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://isabellarestaurantandbar.com/
Phone number
(570) 270-9292
Private party facilities
Private Room, Brand New 80" Flat Screen with internet, a/v hook-ups, video conferencing 800 Square feet
Private party contact
Fran Dolan: (570) 270-9292

Isabella Restaurant and Bar

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Additional information

Soup & Salad

Lobster Bisque

Grilled Chicken Minestrone

Pumpkin Soup

Fall Salad$9.00

Chopped Salad$9.00

Beet Salad$9.00

Lobster Quinoa Salad$15.00

Apple Salad$10.00

Caesar Salad$8.00

Cobb Salad$10.00

Panini

Filet Mignon Panini$11.00

Italian Chicken$11.00

Vegetarian Panini$9.00

Pork Belly Panini$11.00

Soup & 1/2 Sandwich

Sandwiches, Wraps & Burgers

The Rachel$11.00

Turkey Reuben$11.00

Lettuce Wrap$11.00

Crispy Chicken or Grilled Chicken Wrap$9.00

Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap$9.00

Asian Chicken Wrap$9.00

The Isabella Burger$14.00

Pasta

Tomato Cavatelli$9.00

Penne Vodka$10.00

Rigatoni Butera$10.00

Fettuccine Bolognese$10.00

Ginny Pasta$10.00

Entrees

Market Fish

Ahi Tuna$16.00

Arctic Char$14.00

Open Faced Turkey$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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