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Bank + Vine, Wilkes Barre, PA

Bank + Vine

4.7
4.7
258 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Bank+Vine is serving up a fresh and seasonal menu curated by Executive Chef Chad Gelso, focusing on a farm to table concept and showcasing produce at the peak of its season. Chef Chad has experience from all around the world and was a previous contestant on Hell's Kitchen!

Located in one of downtown Wilkes-Barre’s historic buildings, Bank+Vine provides both an indoor and outdoor casual dining experience with plates meant to be shared around the table. Take a trip back to 1912 and visit the old South Side Bank while dining in 'The Lobby' with it's 30 foot vaulted ceilings and a private dining room overlooking the entire restaurant, perfect for gatherings of 10 people with a private restroom. Or join us out in 'The Garden' for an evening dining under dripping greenery and market lights.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (570) 901-4040

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Chad Gelso

  • Private party facilities

    Interested in booking the best seat in the house? 'The Annex' can accommodate up to 10 people with views overlooking the restaurant floor. Equipped with it's own restroom, this is the perfect space to stay away from the crowds. 'The Reserve', can be used for parties up to 25 with the current restrictions in place. This room also includes a projector and screen which are ideal for business meetings or special events like a wedding or rehearsal dinner.

  • Neighborhood

    Wilkes-Barre

  • Cross street

    268 South Main Street

  • Parking details

    The 2nd parking lot from the building has a visible sign stating Additional Parking. Please do not park in the lot right next door to the building since this is reserved for the tenants in the apartments upstairs. Furthermore, there is street parking available on the side and front of the restaurant.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

What 258 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Best Overall

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Best Food

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Best Value

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Great for brunch

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Innovative

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Good for special occasions

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Best Overall

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Best Food

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Best Value

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Great for brunch

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Innovative

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Good for special occasions

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  1. lisad

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Always consistent and amazing! The food is delicious and the service is extraordinary.
  2. LaurieD

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Small plates were the stars here. Fava bean hummus was delectable and the tuna crudo was a really nice bite of food! Saffron spaghetti with clams was enjoyed as a main. Lamb entree was salty and the portion was so small, pasta primavera, billed as a ‘classic’ dish was not classicly prepared, but the peas had a nice crunch. The tomato sauce seemed like an afterthought. All that said, this was some of the best food we’ve had in Wilkes Barre hands down.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Phenomenal as always. Staff is friendly. Food is fantastic from apps to dessert.
  4. SuryaL

    Poconos

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great place, food was very good but portions were a bit smaller than expected, considering the price. We will go back, service and everything else was great!
  5. Amazing

    Philadelphia

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great food! Enjoyed new menu items. Our local favorite
  6. NJTraveller

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    I have eaten at B&V many times and always have had a great experience. This visit I was disappointed. There was a new more limited menu, no specials and quite honestly the food was not great. We had to send one item back. The service and drinks were just as good as always. Maybe they were just having a bad day, in the kitchen. but this was the day we chose to go, and all it takes to affect their reputation.
  7. Grandmapip

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The staff was very attentive and friendly. They conveyed our food requests to the chef. The chef did make some accommodations according to our wishes. They did try to please us. Having some restrictions to our diet, I realize it was hard. The restaurant is beautiful and the waitstaff was great! As far as our food is was not quite what we were expecting, not to say it was not good, it was just our palette.
  8. MKMom

    New York Area

    51 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The cocktail list is outstanding, with a large variety of interesting different drinks. The Gigante bean appetizer was really special. Different and tasty. The duck confit was out of this world and one of the best dishes in all of NEPA. I wasn't sure that I would enjoy the honey spice glaze but it was one of the best duck dishes I've ever had. On the recommendation of several reviews I had the Bundino dessert and was so happy I did. It was so yummy and different. That sums up the whole restaurant - yummy and different.
  9. Amazing

    Philadelphia

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    our favorite brunch spot. specials always amazing. great drinks. absolutely fabulous
  10. TheresaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server/bartender was excellent! Very knowledgeable about the food and drinks and gave honest feedback when selecting my meal. Super friendly and very attentive. Environment was very clean and decorated without going over the top.
  11. RoyG

    Phoenix

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely room. Excellent food. Outstanding service. Best Bloody Mary in Wilkes-Barre.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We Loved it! Will be back. Great service great food
  13. JerryP

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Small servings. Raw oysters were the size of dimes and just came with lemon. No Tabasco or cocktail sauce. I asked for another drink with my dinner and it came when I was finished with my dinner. Will not be going back.
  14. VanessaW

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Extraordinary food! Great drinks! Highly recommend!!!
  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An amazing place for any occasion, never disappoints and there's always something new to try.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Poconos

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was Emily. She was great, food was delicious as usual.
  17. PAFoodieChick

    Poconos

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, this place never disappoints. From creative drinks (I had the arsonist, a smoky bourbon drink) to delicious appetizers and entrées, you can’t go wrong. I ordered veal parmigiana, which is a staple of red sauce joints, and you can already imagine in your mind what it would look like. Not so here! I had a beautifully prepared tomahawk veal chop on a bed of amazing tomato marinara, and topped with the perfect amount of cheese. My husband and I tried many things, so I encourage you to go there and just go crazy with the menu. Multiple times. You won’t regret it.
  18. BarbaraH

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed our Brunch. The service was good, orders were taken timely and meals were brought out in a short time. We had lobster Benedict and bananas foster French toast. Both were delicious.
  19. NickB

    West Palm Beach

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    100% recommend Bank + Vine! I’ve been twice and both times it’s been a top 5 meal I’ve had all time. I live 2 hours away and would drive there every week to f my schedule would allow it. Haha!
  20. Thebobs

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    This was an excellent event. We enjoyed the Polish Fest offerings very much.
  21. ReedD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything from the appetizers to the entrees were amazing. Staff went above and beyond to accommodate us along with our 3 month old. Highly recommend!!! We will return.
  22. JohnB

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bank & Vine always has great food. Everything is done just right. We've been there many times and the food is always top notch.
  23. MichaelL

    Key West

    82 reviews

    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional Service & Food. Seafood dishes are spectacular. Oysters, clams, burgers and lamb shoulder are all winners!!!
  24. AlexandraG

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience. The wait staff was great as was the food. We will definitely be going back.
  25. Amazing

    Philadelphia

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favorite local restaurant! Went for brunch. Pancake special was amazing! Never a bad meal
  26. DanielleH

    Poconos

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    This was my first visit here and was so excited to try it after hearing great reviews. We got put at the worst and smallest table in the place directly next to the bar. It took at least 15-20 minutes after we got there to get asked our drink order. We got the clams as an appetizer and they were flavorless and got the broccolini Caesar and it was just a head of broccoli cut with some sauce on it, not broccolini at all. My boyfriend’s short ribs were delicious. I got the filet and had to wait 10 minutes after getting my food for the waiter to bring me a steak knife that felt like it was going to fall apart and could have barely cut through butter and the outside of the filet was hard and the red wine butter sauce did not compliment the steak well and I love red wine. The actual wine was about the best part of the night. Maybe it was just an off night and I would give it another try but was sorely disappointed to say the least.
  27. Nanny

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious! One of our favorite NEPA restaurants!
  28. PamP

    Poconos

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was top notch. Excellent foid and service. I would highly recommend.
  29. RickSarah

    New Orleans

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Bank & Vine was a very nice evening out. The cocktail was tasty and well made. The small plates shared were good as well.
  30. GabrielaA

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    AMAZING SERVICE AND FOOD DELICIOUS. EXCELLENT RESTAURANT
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Poconos

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere and efficient staff. Everyone was so welcoming.
  32. CharlesB

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated our anniversary at Bank+Vine. The staff were amazing and the food was delicious. We will definitely go again.
  33. Avid

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Our waitress was great. Food was just alright for value.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is amazing every time we are there. The seafood fra diavolo was so tasty.
  35. MichaelP

    Pittsburgh

    21 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Overall, we were disappointed based both on word of mouth and the posted reviews. We loved the cocktails and the beef tartare. The oysters were a little off and the smallest we've seen (across the last five restaurants at which we've ordered oysters). The main courses were greasy (the swordfish, which might as well have been chicken milanese instead) or bland/uninspired (the branzino). We probably won't be back.
  36. Mike

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    No place to hang coats? Multiple attempts to take our plates / glasses when we were not yet finished. Very friendly waitress, superb food, and an overall welcoming atmosphere. OpenTable menu and actual menu are not the same. Website needs updated.
  37. HoodBuddha

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Brunch was awesome! The corn pancakes from the kitchen were such a sweet touch. Food was exactly as ordered, and all the staff was friendly and polite. Great experience.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Poconos

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the atmosphere and the food is phenomenal!
  39. mojo

    Poconos

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Not the greatest music choice for a date night Food was delish
  40. Doc625

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We had a wonderful time and the food was delicious! Presentation was very good and the combination of flavors and textures made the food most enjoyable. Will definitely return.

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
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Bank + Vine offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (570) 901-4040.

Bank + Vine is rated 4.7 stars by 258 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 16 times today
Google Map for Bank + Vine

268 S Main St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18701-1532

Additional information

  • Cross street

    268 South Main Street

  • Neighborhood

    Wilkes-Barre

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–7:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    The 2nd parking lot from the building has a visible sign stating Additional Parking. Please do not park in the lot right next door to the building since this is reserved for the tenants in the apartments upstairs. Furthermore, there is street parking available on the side and front of the restaurant.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Chad Gelso

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

  • Phone number

    (570) 901-4040

  • Private party facilities

    Interested in booking the best seat in the house? 'The Annex' can accommodate up to 10 people with views overlooking the restaurant floor. Equipped with it's own restroom, this is the perfect space to stay away from the crowds. 'The Reserve', can be used for parties up to 25 with the current restrictions in place. This room also includes a projector and screen which are ideal for business meetings or special events like a wedding or rehearsal dinner.

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