The Barn At Allenberry

The Barn At Allenberry reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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1. D

   Denise

   Philadelphia3 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   We had reservations for two following a theater production. The couples before us in line were each seated in the dining room. The hostess then took us to a tiny table in the bar. I mentioned that we had made reservations and I would prefer to be seated in the dining room. She gave me some excuse about “2 tops”… It took a while for the bartender to come to our table for our drink order (never introduced himself), then instead of making our drinks, he was cleaning up the bar, washing glasses, etc. and finally prepared and brought our drinks. And although we specifically requested ketchup when we ordered our meals, the kitchen staff brought our meals without any. The entire time we were there, the walkway between our table and the bar was like a runway for the waitresses that were working in the dining room - I think to place and pick up drink orders. Not very relaxing and no view of the beautiful Yellow Breeches 😔. So they “take” reservations, but don’t seem to know what reservation means. Disappointing experience.
   

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   james VIP

   Washington DC79 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Our server was great,very friendly and helpful. Food was just ok,cocktails very good. Appetizers were delicious, and dessert was just ok.
   

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   James

   Philadelphia5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This was our second visit to this restaurant. There were three of us in attendance. The restaurant is clean and the atmosphere is very interesting. They have multiple rooms, a deck and bar that can be used to enjoy your meal. The service was great, the food was very good and portion sizes were commensurate with the price. The winner of the night was the crab cakes. Almost no filler and a large portion of lump crab. The salads were a good choice. The crab and asparagus soup was average. I needed to add some salt and pepper to bring up the taste. We will definitely be returning to the restaurant.
   

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   Cindy

   Philadelphia1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our experience was lovely. The service was excellent and the food just as excellent. We also enjoyed the music provided by Ben Simcox. He was very easy to listen to and the volume was such that we could listen but also converse with each other. We’ll be back. Thank you!
   

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   Tom

   Atlantic City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 29, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always enjoy our visits to The Barn. Our server was great as was the meal.
   

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   karen

   Philadelphia14 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Took a long time before anyone approached our table to serve us. Order was submitted to the kitchen wrong therefore we received the wrong order. 8 oz steak was the size of a 4 oz steak. Scallops not fresh, frozen bag is my guess,. Took over an hour to get our incorrect order once we ordered. Would not go back!
   

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   Alicia

   Philadelphia1 review

   4.0

   Dined on April 25, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   We were sat at a table for two very close to other diners along a wall. Less than a foot between tables. It just didn’t feel very private for our date night, when we could acutely hear every word of conversation at the tables on both sides of us. The dinner was delicious, as always, at Allenberry. Food is well prepared, plated and full of a variety of flavors. We got dessert to go, the stick buns. They were served cold so it made them very dry. We’ve had a very nice experience before here, and will return again despite this experience.
   

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   Lisa

   Baltimore6 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 25, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was wonderful. I had one of the best fish dishes I’ve ever had.
   

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   Renee

   Philadelphia1 review

   3.0

   Dined on April 25, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   The food was very nice, but over priced for what you received. The atmosphere was pleasant, but depending on where you are seated may be a bit noisy for pleasant conversation. The biggest problem for me, was the speed of service. After we finished eating and the dishes collected, it took over a half hour to receive our bill and complete payment. If you are going to the theater after dinner, plan ample time.
   

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    Michael VIP

    Philadelphia91 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Everything was as expected accept that several of the meals were over cooked. Not to the point of being inedible but to the point of losing its flavor.
    

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