Antica Italian Restaurant & BYOB
Located minutes from Longwood Gardens and less than a mile from the historic Brandywine Battlefield, Antica flourishes with outstanding food and some of the best service in the area. There’s a relaxing atmosphere and the creativity is the dishes are both unexpected and truly tasty. This is a very popular spot for those having spent the afternoon at nearby Longwood Gardens, and Because this is a very popular spot with visitors to Longwood, it may be necessary to make Saturday night reservations up to a week in advance. Brandywine country boasts many restaurant gems, but this one makes a lot of people’s top five list! Prices are reasonable but remember – it’s a BYOB!
Open for lunch and dinner, closed Monday
Lunch prices range from $12 to $16
Dinner appetizers are $8 and $15; entrees are $19 to $28.
Opens 11:30am for lunch and closes at 9pm Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday; Friday and Saturday they are open until 10pm. Closed Mondays.
Antica
1623 Baltimore Pike
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
484-770-8631
anticapa.com
Ariano
Open for lunch and dinner, closed Monday
Lunch prices range from $12 to $16
Dinner appetizers are $8 and $15; entrees are $19 to $28.
Opens 11:30am for lunch and closes at 9pm Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday; Friday and Saturday they are open until 10pm. Closed Mondays.
Antica
1623 Baltimore Pike
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
484-770-8631
anticapa.com
Ariano
You’ll never be disappointed visiting this not-so-typical ristorante. Along with popular classic dishes, they also offer unique specialties that include zia raosa, a pan-fried, panko-crusted artichoke wrapped in prosciutto and topped with a basil cream sauce. Always available is an extensive collection of Italian wines, and Monday through Friday Happy Hour begins at 4:30.
Open every day for lunch and dinner
Ariano
114 South Olive Street
Media, PA 19063
610-892-6944
www.ariano.net
Fellini Café Trattoria
Since 2001, the family owned Fellini Café has been drawing patrons who enjoy first class Italian cuisine served in a welcoming atmosphere. With rich granite tables in individual alcoves and original hand painted murals, the restaurant guarantees a truly special experience. Visit their recently expanded dining room and their seasonal private deck. Owner Anthony Bellapigna invites you into his warm “home” created by his kitchen staff and servers, and reminds you to experience the ever popular live Opera Night every Monday.Open daily for lunch and dinner, BYOB
Fellini Café Trattoria
106 West State Street
Media, PA 19063
610-892-7616www.felliniscafe.com
Fresco Pizza Grill
Located on Route 252 in Newtown Square, Fresco has so much more just delicious pizza! They proudly use only fresh plum tomatoes in their signature pasta sauces, and nothing comes from a can. Pizza dough is made daily. You can enjoy a sit-down meal (BYOB), take-out, or delivery service.Open every day for lunch and dinner
Fresco Pizza Grill
228 South Newtown Square Road
Newtown Square, PA 19073
610-356-4171
www.frescopizzagrill.com
Il Granaio
Open every day for lunch and dinner
Il Granaio
711 Concord Rd.
Glen Mills, PA 19342
610-356-4171
www.ilgranaiopa.com
L'Angolo West
L’angolo West is the second location of South Philly’s award winning L’angolo Restaurant. Our Havertown location prides itself on the same authentic Italian specialties, handmade pastas and warm service.
Open every day for lunch and dinner
L'Angolo West
711 Concord Rd.
Glen Mills, PA 19342
610-356-4171
www.langolo-west.com
Buon Appetito!La Porta features regional Italian cuisine drawing inspiration from all across Italy. The menu changes often and the atmosphere is perfect for an authentic Italian experience with good friends and good wine.
For lunch you’ll enjoy appetizers like Polpetto, a classic homemade meatball with pistachio pesto, and fonduta. There are several sandwiches and salads to choose from, and the pizza is excellent - including a Malfatti ("Badly Made") half pizza, half stromboli, with ricotta, salamim artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers. Mmmm-m-m!
Dinner boasts appetizers like Nachismo which is Italian style nacho dish with tiscan "chili," mozzarella, long hot peppers, sriracha, and house made sour cream. Entrees include Gnocchi, Lasagna and popular favorite Penne Alla Grappa which is shrimp, spinach, walnuts, with a spicy grappa tomato cream for $16. Many dishes can be prepared gluten-free.
There are Daily & Late Night Specials, Take-Out Pizza Specials and Happy Hour offerings that keep customers coming back!
Open daily for lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch
Lunch is served 11am-3pm – Dinner is 3pm – 10pm – Sunday Brunch is 10am - 2pm.
La Porta Ristorante & Wine Bar
1192 N. Middletown Rd.
Media, PA 19063
Ristorante 610-358-5104
Take Out 610-358-5101
www.laportarestaurant.com
Luigi Giovanni Italian Specialty Food Caterers
Luigi & Giovanni have been in business since 1976 establishing as an Authentic Italian Market, Neighborhood Deli, Butcher
Shop, and Award Winning Catering company in the Delaware Valley region. They offer delivered corporate buffets for daily employee lunches,
conferences or meetings. They have preferred venues that can host Bridal
showers, Weddings, Birthdays, Baby Showers, Baptisms or can come to
your location for any other events. Luigi Giovanni Italian Specialty Food Caterers
3601 Chapel Road
Newtown Square, PA 19073
610-353-2080
www.luigiandgiovannicaterers.com
Pescatores Italian Restaurant
If you’re looking for world-class Italian cuisine, attentive service, and warm ambiance in a family friendly atmosphere – this is the place! Pescatores is a family owned business that offers an outstanding menu created with traditional Italian recipes and cooking methods, with a twist of personal style and flair.There’s a unique fusion of chicken, meats and pasta, with seafood being their specialty. The succulent Ossobucco, with Saffron Risotto is a great choice…as is the pan seared Chilean Sea bass. Linguine Pescatore is an assortment of scallops, calamari, shrimp, clams and mussels simmered in a tasty (and spicy!) fra’diabolo sauce. Items also accommodate special dietary needs including gluten-free meals and food allergies. Attentive service in a casual atmosphere rounds out the experience, plus the bar area and outdoor patio are always popular.
Open daily from 11:30 until late
Pescatores Italian Restaurant
1810 Wilmington Pike
Glen Mills, PA 19342
610-358-5454
www.pescatoresrestaurant.com
Pica’s Restaurant
Open daily from 11:00 am until late night
Pica’s Restaurant
7803 West Chester Pike
Upper Darby, PA 19082
610-566-7767
www.pinpizza.com
Pinocchio's Restaurant
Pinocchio’s was recognized as the very first pizzeria in Delaware County more than fifty years ago, and this family owned restaurant is still setting the standard for fresh, homemade pizza of all types. Their extensive menu also offers sandwiches, pastas, plus a wide assortment of entrees. Check out their daily drink specials, and visit their Beer Garden To GoOpen daily from 10:00 am until late
Pinocchio's Restaurant
131 East Baltimore Pike
Media, PA 19063
610-566-7767
www.pinpizza.com
Spasso Italian Grill
This restaurant is all about drama and passion from the giant columns at the entrance - to the gorgeous high-ceilings inside - to the inspired cuisine you'll be served at your table!For Sunday Brunch there are Omelets & Frittatas, plus classics like Panettone Stuffed French Toast and specialties of the house like Crab Cake Oscar and Eggs Benedict (a poached egg over pan fried prosciutto, atop Italian bread crostini and finished with a Truffle Infrused Hollandaise Sauce. Wow.
Lunch offerings include Antipasti Caldi and Freddi, great sandwiches, and every Italian entree imaginable. The same creativity is found on the dinner menu with sensational items like Grilled Salmon with sundried tomato and caper wine sauce, Vial Cariofi & Asparagi, New York Strip Steak with grilled mushrooms and a Burgundy Demi-glace and Shrimp Fra Diavolo. Dinner prices average $14 to $24.
Open daily for lunch, dinner, Sunday Brunch. Happy Hour from 4:30 to 6:30 Monday through Friday
HOURS:
Mon - Thurs 11:30am - 10pm
Fri 11:30am - 11pm
Sat 3pm - 11pm
Sunday Brunch 10am - 2pm
Dinner 2pm - 9pm
*Happy Hour* Mon-Fri 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Spasso Italian Grill
1 W State St
Media, PA 19063
610-565-7803
www.spassoitaliangrill.com/media
Trattoria Giuseppe
Owner Giuseppe brings to life his past experiences as a chef in Sicily and Switzerland by creating his own unique sauces and specialties. Using Southern Italian flair, he combines savory spices,
cultivated seasonings, fresh vegetables, and delectable cheeses together
with his array of tender meats, seafood, fish and pastas. To complete
the experience, Giuseppe has provided for his guests a dining atmosphere
that is reminiscent of a restaurant located in a Sicilian piazza. With
authentic Italian clay tile, wrought iron, marble and wood fashioned
together in stone & stucco, Giuseppe has produced a magnificent
setting that will provide his guests with a memorable evening in Italy.Serving lunch and dinner daily
Trattoria Giuseppe
4799 West Chester Pike
Edgemont, PA 19073
610-353-4871
www.mussotra.com