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The Refinery
Price: Expensive•American•4.9(277)A unique dining experience in the heart of downtown Pittston! Refined Italian Cuisine "Grandma's Heart, With A Modern Hand"Alter House
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(882)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.
The Ridge Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(226)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!Grico's Restaurant
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(91)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
Pronto - Scranton
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(213)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!Ruth's Chris Steak House - Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(2,969)***** 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!!
Momento
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(576)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.Pizza Althea
Price: Moderate•Pizzeria•4.8(44)Coming Soon!
State Street Grill
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(1,142)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.Sambuca Grille
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(957)Sambuca Grille is an Italian restaurant located in Downtown Scranton.
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- CchrisScranton / Poconos •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoGreat as always! Filet cooked wonderful. Drinks on par and food came out quickly.More infoRuth's Chris Steak House - Mohegan Sun at Pocono DownsPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Wilkes-Barre•4.8
- MMikeScranton / Poconos •4 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThe staff is fantastic , hostess, waitress show extraordinary care to every detail. The food is over the top with so many options from small plates to full dinners and the desserts are so unique and delectable .The atmosphere is relaxing and elegant yet down to earth .You can dress up or down and fit right in .Definately a great place to enjoy an evening out .More infoThe RefineryPrice: Expensive• American• West Wyoming•4.9
- PPamelaPittsburgh / Western PA •3 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoThe meal was delicious and well prepared. Service was excellent. Definitely a great place for a special night out.More infoMondano RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Old Forge•4.7
- KKimWashington, D.C. Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoPizza Althea never disappoints! Top Notch atmosphere, service drinks and food. Make reservations a few days to weeks in advance.More infoPizza AltheaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• West Wyoming•4.8
- RrebeccaScranton / Poconos •1 review4.0Dined on Apr 17, 2025Service was very slow...our waitress was absolutely wonderful. She was nice and polite, happy. She was just very busy. They just need more wait staff and table cleaners.More infoDave & Buster's - ScrantonPrice: Moderate• American• Moosic•3.6
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Narrowing down your options and selecting one restaurant to enjoy your next meal at in the beautiful Poconos area is easier said than done. There are many delicious menu options to choose from. Local restaurants feature everything from American and Mexican to Greek and Italian cuisine. Also included are seafood restaurants serving fried crab cakes, boiled lobster tails, and baked clams. You can explore ambiances that include casual diners with upbeat atmospheres, contemporary bistros with a modern flair, and even funky sports bars. This variety makes it easy to create the perfect dining experience to suit your mood or the occasion. Mountain-style pizzas with your favorite toppings and all-beef burgers with thick-cut fries are some of the more popular options in the area.
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Celebrate special occasion at the best restaurants in Poconos. Our customers recommend Ruth's Chris Steak House - Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, The Ridge Restaurant and Double Cut Steak House - Pocono Mountains
As of May 10, 2025 there are 52 restaurants in Poconos. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.
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