Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Scranton / Poconos

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Scranton / Poconos? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Ridge Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (83)

$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.
Parties of 5 or more - please call the restaurant to reserve your table. Separate checks not available for parties of this size.
Family Owned & Operated

*Unfortunately due to the large amount of 'no show' guests, we now will require a valid credit card for reservations.
If you cannot make your reservation please call us prior to 3 hours of your reservation time. If not, we will need to charge your card $10 per head. Thank you for your understanding.

Top review

Joseph

Dined 2 days ago

Old world Authentic Italian Food. Great atmosphere

The Refinery

4.9

4.9 (43)

$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

DebbieP

Dined 4 days ago

Excited to have tried The Refinery for the first time. Everything about the experience was wonderful starting with the friendly greeting, fantastic service, the cozy and pleasant atmosphere and delicious food and desserts!!! We drove from Williamsport after seeing the place on social media, and it was definitely worth the drive. We will be back!!

Grico's Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (67)

$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

Jenifervip

Dined on Sep 24, 2024

Everything was outstanding. Great food, friendly staff and beautiful atmosphere.

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

4.8

4.8 (934)

$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

Johnvip

Dined 1 day ago

Third time at the farmhouse. Awesome each time. Look forward to our next meal there.

Alter House

4.8

4.8 (780)

$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

Nadia

Dined on Oct 6, 2024

Great atmosphere. Great selection of beer, wine, wine flights, cocktails, mocktails, appetizers (charcuterie boards, scallops, squash board) and entrees.

The Beaumont Inn

4.9

4.9 (217)

$31 to $50

American

Wilkes-Barre

About the restaurant

Igloo dining is not available to be reserved through open table. Please visit our website igloo booking page. The restaurant service at the Beaumont Inn is all made to order through the garden herbs, fruits, and vegetables on site by our Executive Chef, Jeff Huntzinger, and his team of experienced chefs that have been trained at one of the most esteemed culinary institutes in the country. Our menus contain a variety of unique dishes you will only find at the Beaumont Inn. From the meal preparation and presentation to the entire dining experience, we strive to create an experience unlike any other.

Our exquisite meals can be viewed on our Menu page. Fine dining options are available both indoor and outdoor during the Spring through Fall seasons, weather permitting. However, you are still able to dine indoors at our stylish, relaxed bar and lounge as well as in our historic dining room.

Top review

Stephvip

Dined 5 days ago

New York Strip was the best steak I’ve ever had, cooked to PERFECTION!!

Butter

4.9

4.9 (86)

$31 to $50

American

Cresco

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.

Top review

Pat

Dined 4 days ago

The food is fabulous, the wait staff are friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is cozy and inviting. We had an amazing experience and highly recommend Butter.

Sambuca Grille

4.8

4.8 (935)

$30 and under

Italian

Scranton

About the restaurant

Sambuca Grille is an Italian restaurant located in Downtown Scranton.

Top review

Johnvip

Dined 3 days ago

Rack of Lamb and a cod featured tonight were perfect. Cocktails were right on, capped by lemon cello cake. Service was quick

Momento

4.8

4.8 (498)

$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

Ann

Dined 4 days ago

Elegant, cozy atmosphere……..great menu options……knowledgeable, friendly service. We ordered the Branzino fish and a roasted chicken special, and both dinners were fabulous. Momento was one of the best dining experiences we’ve had this year!

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Olivet - The Swiftwater Hotel

4.8

4.8 (21)

$31 to $50

American

Mount Pocono / Pocono Manor

About the restaurant

The Olivet in The Swiftwater offers an exquisite space that seamlessly blends the fresh mountain air with a refined dining atmosphere. Gather to enjoy a sophisticated culinary experience, complemented by expertly crafted cocktails and a serene ambiance.

Top review

Deb

Dined 5 days ago

This was absolutely one of the best meals I have ever experienced. I ordered the butternut squash soup, the New York strip steak au poivre, and the Bananas Foster. Everything was prepared thoughtfully and you could taste the freshness and quality of the ingredients in every bite. My steak was cooked exactly as requested and it was so tender. Perfection!

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