Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Scranton / Poconos

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems 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!

Grico's Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (98)

$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

Lisa

Dined 7 days ago

Always have a wonderful time at Grico’s!! Food is great and atmosphere is relaxing.

The Ridge Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (263)

$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

john

Dined 4 days ago

The Ridge is our absolute favorite place to dine!

Fire and Ice on Toby Creek

4.8

4.8 (199)

$30 and under

American

Wilkes-Barre

About the restaurant

We are a casual-fine dining restaurant. Executive Chef Jack Higgins continually updates our menu to reflect changing seasons and current food trends. Our extensive menu has something for every taste and every budget. Best of all, we proudly feature many locally sourced farm-to-table ingredients and dishes. Fire and Ice isn't just our name; its how every meal begins in our restaurant: We also offer 9 beers on draft, a larger bottled beer selection, an exciting cocktail and martini list and a complete wine list.

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JohnVIP

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Kudos to Dana the mixologist! Fantastic special order drinks!!

Pronto - Scranton

4.8

4.8 (219)

$30 and under

Italian

Scranton

About the restaurant

Looking for the finest homemade Italian cuisine? Come in, sit down, and enjoy the best Italian cuisine Pennsylvania has to offer. At Pronto, we prepare our food using the freshest ingredients, and sparing nothing on the details. With authentic Old World recipes, we make sure your visit is a one-of-a-kind experience. We understand the values of family and tradition, as well as quality and integrity. We believe that only the best foods combine all four, and we serve only the best. Whether it’s a romantic dinner for two, a family lunch for six, or a full meal for the entire office, our comfortable and classic setting make us the best choice for any occasion. Try the finest selection of chicken, veal, steak, and seafood cooked in your favorite sauces, and garnished with love from our chef. Indulge in delectable deserts that melt in your mouth. Make your night extra special with a glass of wine from exquisite vineyards from all over the world. Unisciti a noi e benvenuti a casa!

Top review

Gerald

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Great food and service I highly recommend to everyone try this restaurant you won’t be disappointed

Mangia Bistro and Bar

4.8

4.8 (79)

$30 and under

Italian

Scranton

About the restaurant

Italian, Spanish cuisine new restaurant North, Scranton

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MARVINVIP

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Just found it on Open Table at the right price point in good proximity of the Hideout. Everything was excellent….service, including constant filling of waster sand replenishment of bread and food quality and portions were great. Worth a visit. Would definitely visit again.

Pizza Althea

4.8

4.8 (59)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

West Wyoming

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Top review

Jim

Dined 4 days ago

Good experience, foodunique, beer a bit warm. Quite loud.

State Street Grill

4.7

4.7 (1155)

$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

Margaret

Dined 3 days ago

We had a wonderful breakfast and cocktails. We like the dining al fresco option( since we haven’t gotten very many nice weather days, lately). Highly recommend!!!

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Diamond City Vault Bar & Grill

4.6

4.6 (35)

$30 and under

American

Wilkes-Barre

About the restaurant

Introducing Diamond City Bar&Grill, a casual dining spot where you can indulge in mouthwatering pizzas, juicy hamburgers, sizzling steaks, and tasty sandwiches. Pair your meal with one of our 12 refreshing draft beers. It's the perfect place to satisfy your cravings! 🍕🍔🥩🥪🍺

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Elaine

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

We were a party of 9 and the service was great! Great experience!

The Down Pour

4.5

4.5 (34)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Wilkes-Barre

About the restaurant

The Down Pour was established in November 2019 with a dream of creating an eclectic atmosphere for the people of downtown Wilkes-Barre. A place designed for those who are willing to push the boundaries of the ordinary & escape. Ask for the umbrella room for a chance to dine under our take on a downpour.

Top review

Bob

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

Great food and great service. Staff were very friendly and accommodating.

Smugglers Cove

4.3

4.3 (306)

$30 and under

Seafood

Stroudsburg

About the restaurant

We are a Family Friendly Restaurant located in the Pocono Mountains Founded in 1980, and still family-owned and operated, Smuggler’s Cove has been proud to serve loyal customers, visitors and residents of the Mount Pocono and Tannersville, PA communities for nearly 40 years. Your dining experience at Smuggler’s Cove in the Poconos is always a delicious, enjoyable time to remember with family and friends. At our restaurant, you will be treated to delicious, homemade specials, fresh Atlantic seafood, juicy, tender beef, and made-from-scratch soups and desserts. We also feature a fun, lively bar lounge, private dining rooms, a raw bar, award-winning salad bar and so much more. Make a reservation today!

Top review

ROSEMARY

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Love eating here. The outdoor dining experience is wonderful. The steamed clams were a wonderful appetizer. My choice of stuffed shrimp was slightly disappointing; my husband’s salmon dinner was terrific. Our waiter was wonderful and considerate. Can’t wait for our next meal there!!

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