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Joseph Ambler Inn, North Wales, PA

Joseph Ambler Inn

4.5
4.5
2235 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Tucked away on 12 acres of lawns & gardens, the Joseph Ambler Inn is the ideal setting for a truly memorable dining experience. Contemporary American cuisine, featuring a wide variety of casual and traditional menu offerings. The Dining room is located in the renovated stone barn & features hardwood floors, exposed stone walls, & farmstyle ambiance. Tables in the JPub are on a first come first served basis. Terrace dining is also available in the warmer months.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 15 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm JPub Serves dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 362-7500
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Todd Blackney
  • Private party facilities
    Elegant Weddings, Business Dinners, Rehearsal Dinners, Anniversaries & Birthdays, Holiday Parties, Intimate Fireside Receptions
  • Private party contact
    Wendi Terlecky: (215) 565-0139
  • Neighborhood
    North Wales
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    Piano every Friday & Saturday Evening
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,235 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Western Suburbs

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Western Suburbs

    Great for scenic views

2,235 Reviews
  1. KeithA

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We hosted a business dinner with our clients here. We were given a small room (which worked out great because we were a noisy bunch). The staff were all really friendly and helpful from arrival to departure. The food was fantastic. Highly recommend.

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  2. WilliamL

    Philadelphia

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A beautiful and historic place for dinner which was delicious and perfectly prepared. Our main server was excellent, her assistance require some additional training. Will return soon.

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  3. JEddie

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Very well run restaurant. Our food (sea bass & schnitzel) was very good. Shrimp cocktail of 5 large shrimp was good too. Wait staff was on top of things. Perhaps the wait staff was too attentive as we completed our drinks, appetizer, and main course only 35 minutes after we arrived. In other words, maybe the meal was a little too fast.

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  4. Rahs

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall2food4service4ambience3
    We have been Joseph Ambler people for years. We like being in the bar area, especially because of sports on TV. But the noise was unbearable last night, with people literally screaming. The chaos was just too extreme. I wish there would be some way to know the best times to visit (e.g., when there are no weddings), because screaming is annoying. I guess in the future, we should request "no wedding" options if that is possible. Yes, I would recommend friends, but I would warn them.

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  5. CharlesG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The meal and sevice was outstanding, would not hesitate to go back

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    It was nice. Nothing special like I remember it was

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  7. ScottV

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A beautiful night was spent here for our anniversary. We live 5 minutes from the place and never ventured in. SO glad we did. Food was delicious (steak and pork), atmosphere of the patio breathtaking and service by smiling Tina was superb. We even got an impromptu tour of the buildings-so much history. I cannot recommend the Joseph Amber Inn enough. Guess we will have to stay overnight sometime!

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  8. TraceyM

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience5
    one of our favorite places. love sitting outside. Service was inconsistent this night. Very good in the beginning and then server disappeared at the end of the meal. One of our meals was pretty cold, but everything tasted good Ambience is Wonderful outside.  One of our meals was pretty cold, but everything tasted good. Decided to go inside at the bar to have a coffee drink and dessert which was a Great and tonight. Overall great but the service was subpar this time. 

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  9. DonnaS

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful meal with a beautiful outdoor setting.

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  10. LynnZ

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent, as Always Food, Outside Atmosphere and Service was Great !!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Been here many times and always enjoyed it. However, a recent lunch there proved to be different. We were greeted promptly but our waitress was less then attentive. Asked three times for Dijon mustard and finally received yellow mustard when the meal was nearly done.Hamburger was overcooked. Iced tea was watered down but, the Riesling was good. Not in a hurry to return.

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  12. CharlettL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Always good food and service. Have been going there 36 years

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  13. WC2023

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    It had been a while since we had last visited. Very disappointed this time. Everything was just mediocre at best. Not worth the price anymore. Won't be going back.

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  14. SuzieB

    Nashville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food1service2ambience5
    The Wedge salad was brown around the edges with spots on some leaves. I would have sent it back but I was taken to this restaurant by my in-laws, who love it. I did not want to them to feel responsible. But the wedge was so obviously not fresh, I was shocked the cook or staff did not see it. And when it was taken away, the staff had to see the bad lettuce I carefully cut away and left on my bread plate. Yet no one even suggested another option, more lettuce or coat off the meal. The corn chowder tasted too much cream of tarter or flour- too thick with a thick aftertaste. I asked for herbal tea and was given Lipton tea and Tazo earl Grey. I asked for decaffeinated and the waitress pointed to the Tazo. I think she thought Tazo brand is herbal. She argued with me over it. The entire experience was awful. Again because my in- laws were there and love the place, I did not complain at the time. But For the cost, I cannot believe the experience.

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  15. CarolB

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were excellent. Enjoyed it very much. Will definitely go again.

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  16. JaniceF

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time eating here. My friend who was with me has eaten here many times and said she was never disappointed. It was a very pleasant experience. I would consider having our next family celebration here.

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  17. RosalieP

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    I was disappointed that our reservation was at 6:30 and they were out of the scallops. Other than that, everything was great.

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  18. KathrynS

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Our dinner was wonderful as usual. We indicated that we were celebrating our anniversary, but the occasion was barely acknowledged. The waiter said, "who is celebrating an anniversary?" and that was it. In the past we had been offered a complimentary desert with a chocolate sign saying Happy Anniversary.

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  19. HarryB

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Ate here for the second time and was delighted. Outdoor seating is lovley. Food and service were very good. Looking forward to my next visit.

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  20. LanceRomance

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent spot for outdoor nice view and old school all day … and the food is spectacular.  If you’re lucky you might get Denise for your server.

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  21. Cozi

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    After making a reservation on Open Table weeks ago and specifically requesting outdoor seating I was surprised to learn that we were being seated indoors on a beautiful day! Someone at the restaurant had written in a request for us to be in a small room inside. I showed my confirmation stating outdoor seating and the hostess kindly set up and combined two tables for the 8 of us. The waitress took our order from the top table and did not come around to get our choices so that we had to shout to her. That was disappointing. Otherwise, the food was good. It would have been nice to have had two bread baskets - one on each table. The ambiance was lovely and we keep returning.

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  22. Tina

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Food choices were interesting. Staff are attentive and very friendly. Historical property beautiful

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  23. JasonG

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience1
    Nothing great. Average food at best. They let anyone in and ignore dress code. I got seated next to the window and was blinded and cooked by the sun when most tables were empty. I won’t be back as there are far too many other better options.

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  24. beth930

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful well run restaurant with gorgeous outdoor views.

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  25. Betsy

    Atlantic City

    26 reviews

    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    First time here. Salads were fresh and plentiful. Beet salad was excellent. Champagne chicken was great but my husband had the linguini with lobster and shrimp. The lobster was overdone and rubbery, the shrimp not flavorful at all. The sauce was like a beef gravy. The bread was warm and delicious. The service was outstanding. Not sure if we would return as the meal was expensive for not being superb.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We are staying at the Inn for a wedding. We were pleased to see such a great restaurant on the property. Great food. Great atmosphere. We made another reservation for tomorrow!

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  27. Dianahw

    Philadelphia

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service gave us enough time to talk. Meals were served fresh and hot. vegetables were crisp, everything was lovely. We will go back gain. We had our 50th Anniversary at Joseph Ambler and it was wonderful.

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  28. Doug

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again, had a great meal. The outdoor seating is wonderful. Service was great as well.

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  29. Lauren

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Hostess needs to be replaced. Extremely rude, wouldn’t seat us outside even though there were empty tables.

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  30. RoddW

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The outdoor patio is so peaceful and a beautiful setting. Lots of variety in the menu, great seafood choices. Our dinner was excellent. I got the schnitzel and my wife got the tuna sharable plate. Both were excellent. We started with pita and hummus and the pita chips were an exquisite blend of crunchy and chewy. So good! The price was very reasonable. Under $100 including beer and a cocktail.

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  31. AnnM

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The patio dining is magical with a breeze rustling the leaves of the Sycamore trees. The service is excellent and the food was memorable.

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  32. PatL

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    They seated everyone together and It was noisy/ We had a hard time hearing conversations. /The food was good as always.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really enjoyed our meal. Will come here again. Highly recommend.

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  34. Doug

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place. Always enjoy. The outdoor patio is the best!

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  35. Zorro68

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We both ordered the crab cake fixed price lunch. The crab cake and the vegetables (carrots and string beans) were very good. It came with saffron basmati rice which was very bland. Neither of us are much of it. We each had a cocktail, a lemoncello punch and a gin and tonic which were very good. They have a lovely outdoor dining area but we ate inside which wasn’t crowded. We had to ask for silverware, salt and pepper, and cocktail sauce.

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  36. HelenS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place!!! Sit outside and enjoy the beautiful gardens. Food beyond magnificent!!!

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  37. Nickle

    Philadelphia

    51 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    An August birthday lunch for three friends was just perfect. The patio setting is so lovely and being outdoors was perfect for a friend who lives with an immunocompromised person. The service was not rushed. I really liked the bread basket. The chicken corn chowder was very good. The beet salad could have used a little more flavor in the dressing. A friend always orders the champagne chicken. Will definitely go back, especially for the patio.

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  38. Greg

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Enjoyable evening, Tina our server enabled us to enjoy conversations with our friends and gave us excellent service without being intrusive.

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  39. dianak

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our first visit to the Joseph Ambler Inn. It was perfection!

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  40. twodogs

    Atlantic City

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere from days gone by. Food was hot and well prepared. Good drinks. Creme Broulee was excellent. Server was cordial and professional

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Joseph Ambler Inn is rated 4.5 stars by 2235 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Joseph Ambler Inn

1005 Horsham Road, North Wales, PA 19454

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    North Wales
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm JPub Serves dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Todd Blackney
  • Entertainment
    Piano every Friday & Saturday Evening
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (215) 362-7500
  • Private party facilities
    Elegant Weddings, Business Dinners, Rehearsal Dinners, Anniversaries & Birthdays, Holiday Parties, Intimate Fireside Receptions
  • Private party contact
    Wendi Terlecky: (215) 565-0139
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