Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Scranton / Poconos

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Updated May 05, 2025

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The Farmhouse at Turkey Hill (NOT Turkey Hill Brewing Co.)

5.0

5 (951)

$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.

Top review

Greg

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

We loved it we live an hour away but will definitely be back delicious food we loved our waitress amazing

The Refinery

4.9

4.9 (274)

$31 to $50

American

West Wyoming

About the restaurant

A unique dining experience in the heart of downtown Pittston! Refined Italian Cuisine "Grandma's Heart, With A Modern Hand"

Top review

Frank

Dined 1 day ago

So good, and the service is second-to-none. Hats off to the chefs, kitchen staff, Liz, and the superb waitstaff.

Alter House

4.9

4.9 (882)

$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.

Top review

ChristopherVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Another great meal and service! 👍 The food with the wine paring was excellent.

Butter

4.9

4.9 (102)

$31 to $50

American

Mount Pocono / Pocono Manor

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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eddieVIP

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Absolutely a gem in this region. Good food in the area is hard to find, amazing food impossible.. not anymore! Service was impeccable, cozy ambiance and nice liquor selection too. The food was above expectations, the bread to start was hot fresh and tasty, I wanted everything on the menu and that doesn’t happen often. From soup to main dishes overall the best restaurant we have been to in the region and I mean all the way to Scranton and Honesdale . We will be back again and again .

Grico's Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (91)

$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

Top review

CarolVIP

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Great quality food. Nice atmosphere and great service.

Momento

4.9

4.9 (576)

$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.

Top review

TimVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Outstanding experience from start to finish, chef's dishes are prepared with amazing detail and the sommalie (his wife) has prepared an extensive wine list to pair with his creations!!

The Ridge Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (226)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hawley

About the restaurant

Serving Italian dishes prepared with the finest ingredients -- always from scratch!! Just like grandma's kitchen... feast on Sunday Sauce every week complete with meatballs, sausage, pork & beef. Get it while it lasts.
Enjoy a cocktail at our full bar - come by and say hi to the family!

We will hold all reservations for up to 15 minutes - if you arrive any later we will need to seat you at the next available time, if we have availabiity.

Parties of 5 or more - a credit card will be required to reserve your table. If you need to cancel your reservation please call us prior to 3 hours of your reservation time to avoid penalities.
Separate checks not provided for parties of 5 or more.

Family Owned & Operated

*CLOSED MONDAYS & TUESDAYS YEAR ROUND*
HOLIDAYS CLOSED:
NEW YEARS DAY; SUPER BOWL SUNDAY; EASTER SUNDAY;THANKSGIVING DAY; CHRISTMAS EVE/DAY
NO ONLINE RESERVATIONS FOR VALENTINES DAY, MOTHER'S DAY & NEW YEARS EVE
PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT TO RESERVE - THANK YOU!

Top review

Erin

Dined on Apr 30, 2025

Everything was wonderful! The restaurant was packed on a Wednesday evening, so you need a reservation. Our service was excellent, the food was delicious, and the portions were huge!

Rikasa

4.8

4.8 (452)

$31 to $50

Italian

Scranton

About the restaurant

Our Newest addition Roof 53 can be now reserved online. Please review the menu, it is different then the main floor menu...

Come in and let your senses be tantalized by the coastal vibes of Italian shores. From shrimp cocktail to escargot, from the music to the mood, at Rikasa every day is a special occasion, whether it be a romantic date night or celebratory family gathering. Unwind after work in our chic bar for casual drinks or a smooth bottle of wine with friends. Our delectable menu offerings, from our finest chops and steaks, succulent seafood, house-made pastas and handcrafted cocktails are sourced locally and responsibly. We are also home to The Joint, our speakeasy bar, featuring live entertainment and incredible drinks every Friday and Saturday evening.

Highly skilled and welcoming staff are proud to elevate your experience like no other. At Rikasa, we promise that our relaxed elegance will transport you to a unique and unforgettable experience.

Top review

Alex

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Dave is the best of the best when it comes to servers. Always a delight when he serves us.

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Tuscan Mezzi Rigatoni

State Street Grill

4.8

4.8 (1142)

$30 and under

American

Clarks Summit

About the restaurant

State Street Grill is a restaurant & bar, where you can kick back and relax with friends, enjoy lunch, Sunday Brunch, an exciting evening of dinner and music, or celebrate a special event. We serve fresh and fun American cuisine and we always try to exceed our guests' expectations.

With a sophisticated yet casual decor, State Street Grill has something for everyone, whether you simply want to taste our chef Trauger's creations or enjoy a full meal.

Top review

Joe and LisaVIP

Dined on Apr 30, 2025

Our server, PAUL made our luncheon fabulous and so enjoyable.. French onion, soup, quiche, side salad, crème brûlée for dessert, Saratoga Springs water, coffee, and bloody Mary all was delicious

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

4.8

4.8 (2969)

$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!!

Top review

Raymond

Dined 3 days ago

Celebrated our 51st Wedding Anniversary and it was absolutely outstanding. Our Servers, Duston and Jim were spot on and amazing in their care and concern for our experience. They both took time to explain in detail everything about our food choices, including seasoning, cooking process, etc. The same attention to detail was also brought to bear with our wine choices which was very helpful. They periodically checked in with us to see if we needed/wanted anything but never to the point where they were interfering with our meal. Both gentlemen were friendly beyond belief and in our opinion they were never over zealous or interruptive while we were eating. The coup de grace was at the end when they presented a plate with huge chocolate covered Strawberries in a plate with our names and our special occasion written in delicious chocolate piping.... Rest assured we will return to Ruths Chris establishment more often.

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