Fava Ristorante Italiano

4.8

1192 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for happy hour
Neighborhood gem

Fava, located in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, embodies the true essence of a ristorante. Stemming from its Italian roots, the word 'ristorante' originally meant 'to restore' or 'to refresh,' reflecting a place of nourishment and renewal.

At Fava, we honor this heritage by offering exceptional cuisine and a restorative experience. Our warm atmosphere invites you to savor traditional Italian dishes curated by owner Michael Buono and our Culinary Team.

Indulge in our extensive beverage program, including a curated wine list and seasonal craft cocktails. Enjoy live piano performances, Happy Hour specials, and more.

We specialize in hosting various events, providing an elegant setting and personalized service for gatherings of all sizes.

We eagerly await the opportunity to welcome you to Fava and invite you to experience exceptional food, impeccable service, and an inviting atmosphere.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–8:30 pm
Phone number
(484) 840-8603
Website
http://www.favaglenmills.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Are you planning to host a gathering at your home or business? Fava is equipped to provide you a complete solution or just a few items to make your job easier. We offer complimentary menu and event planning consultations. Let us handle it for you so that you can enjoy your guests & company. Call for more information. 484.840.8603
Private party facilities
Personalized Lunch, Dinner & Cocktail & Hors d'oeuvres PackagesSit-down & BuffetPersonalized Beverage PackagesAmple Parking for all guests

Location
1102 Baltimore Pike Ste 101, Glen Mills, PA 19342
Neighborhood
Glen Mills
Cross street
Applied Bank Boulevard & State Farm Drive
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Complete The Feast
$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Nov 28, 2024 only
Multiple times
Pick up at 1102 Baltimore Pike Ste 101, Glen Mills, PA 19342
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and gathering, but we know it can also be a whirlwind of stress in the kitchen. This year, let us lighten your load with our "Complete The Feast" experience! You handle the turkey, and we’ll provide a bountiful selection of sides to feed 6 to 8 people. Includes: Garlicky Green Beans: green beans sautéed in garlic. Crispy Brussels Sprouts: roasted Brussels sprouts finished in a balsamic reduction Corn Bread Stuffing: buttery cornbread, herbs, and spices Whipped Potatoes Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese: roasted butternut squash infused, topped with gremolata. Grand Marnier Infused Cranberry Sauce Classic Turkey Gravy Reserve your feast here or by phone and make this Thanksgiving a memorable one!

Popular dishes

Carciofi alla Romana *$16.00
Roman artichokes, sautéed spinach, white wine lemon sauce
Piadina con Caponata$17.00
wood-fired piedina, stracciatella, tomato, roasted peppers, eggplant, butternut squash, celery, potato
Crostone Esotico$12.00
exotic mushrooms, melted Brie, grilled baguette
Cocktail di Gamberoni *$5.00
jumbo shrimp cocktail, salsa rosa
Frittura Mista$18.00
crispy fried calamari, shrimp, zucchini, pickled pepper aïoli
Cozze alla Spagnola *$14.00
Prince Edward Island mussels, chorizo, tomato paprika broth
Vongole in Bianco *$16.00
sautéed littleneck clams, Applewood smoked bacon, garlic white wine, lemon, red pepper flake
Burrata del Giorno *$0.00
- mp$0.00
Polpo Grigliato *$20.00
char-grilled Spanish octopus, cannellini bean salad, red onion, Estate olive oil
Polpette al Sugo$14.00
beef & pork meatballs, San Marzano tomato, lemon thyme ricotta
Formaggi *$0.00
artisan cheese board
- mp$0.00
Affettati *$0.00
cured meat board
- mp$0.00

Soup & Salads

Zuppa Toscana *$8.00
cream of cannellini bean & dyno kale, Italian sausage, pancetta
Insalata Greca *$14.00
mesclun greens, tomato, cucumber, Kalamata olive, red onion, celery, white wine vinaigrette, sliced Feta cheese
Insalata Mista *$10.00
field greens, shaved fennel, carrots, cherry tomato, cucumber, balsamic vinaigrette
Insalata di Cesare *$13.00
shaved Grana Padano, focaccia crostino

Salad Add on

7oz Chicken Breast$11.00
7oz Fillet of Salmon$14.00
5 Shrimp$16.00

Share Plates

Patate al Forno *$8.00
roasted rosemary potatoes
Pure di Patate *$8.00
whipped potatoes
Polenta Cremosa *$9.00
creamy polenta, Parmigiano Reggiano
Pattatine Fritte$8.00
house-made French fries
Risotto *$8.00
red cabbage risotto
Spinaci Saltati *$8.00
sautéed spinach, garlic & oil
Funghi Trifolati *$9.00
sautéed mushrooms, olive oil, garlic, parsley
Broccoli Rabe *$9.00
garlic & oil
Aspargi *$9.00
grilled asparagus
Cavoletti di Bruxelles$12.00
fried Brussels sprouts, balsamic reduction
Fagiolni *$8.00
garlicky green beans

Pasta Artigianale

House-made Pasta | Gluten Free pasta available upon request

Cavatelli alla Montese$28.00
littleneck clams, broccoli rabe, cherry tomato, garlic white wine sauce
Pappardelle alla Bolognese$26.00
meat sauce, San Marzano tomato
Linguini Fra Diavolo$34.00
clams, mussels, shrimp, spicy tomato sauce
Gnocchi Boscaiola$28.00
Kennett Square mushrooms, mild Italian sausage, lemon thyme ricotta sauce
Paccheri alla Carciofi$28.00
artichoke hearts, crispy pancetta, artichoke emulsion
Rigatoni alla Vodka$24.00
prosciutto, peas, vodka cream sauce
Rigatoni con Polpette$19.00
meatballs, San Marzano tomato sauce, lemon thyme ricotta

Specialità della Casa

House Specialties

Parmigiana di Melanzane$24.00
layered eggplant, mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sauce, pasta
Salmone al Bourbon e Miele *$25.00
fillet of salmon, ginger, honey, lemon, whipped potato, garlicky green beans
Capesante *$36.00
pan-seared diver scallops, red cabbage risotto
Pollo alla Giovanna *$25.00
artichoke hearts, roasted red pepper, whipped potato, white wine reduction
Chicken Parmigiana$28.00
pan-fried cutlet, San Marzano tomato, melted mozzarella, pasta
Vitello con Granchio *$36.00
sauteed veal medallions, jumbo lump crab meat, champagne cream sauce, grilled asparagus, whipped potato

Dalla Macelleria

Steak & Chops | served a la carte, no sides | Choice of Sauce - Green Peppercorn Brandy Cream Sauce | Salsa Verde | Cabernet Sauvignon Demi-glace

Costoletta Di Maiale *$0.00
Berkshire pork chop
- mp$0.00
Carre d'Agnello *$0.00
herb-infused grilled rack of lamb
- mp$0.00
Costoletta di Vettilo *$0.00
veal rib chop
- mp$0.00
Filetto di Manzo$0.00
filet mignon
- mp$0.00

Dessert

Affogato Ubriaco *$11.00
Frangelico, Napoli espresso, vanilla gelato
Dark Chocolate Mousse$9.00
Grand Marnier infusion
Mini Cannoli$8.00
whipped ricotta & chocolate chip filling
Tiramisu$12.00
lady fingers, mascarpone mousse, espresso, cocoa
NY Style Cheesecake$12.00
strawberry compote
Wild Berry Sorbetto *$9.00
Lemon Sorbetto *$9.00
Vanilla Gelato *$9.00
Chocolate Gelato *$9.00
Pistachio Gelato *$9.00

Wines By The Glass

Sparkling

Prosecco, Acinum, Veneto, IT$12.00

White

Chardonnay "Reserve" Penns Woods, Chadds Ford, PA$16.00
Chardonnay, Juggernaut, Sonoma Coast, CA$16.00
Chardonnay, Backhouse, CA$12.00
Biancolella, Antonio Mazzella, Ischia, IT$16.00
Riesling, Heinz Eifel, Mosel, GER$12.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Giesen, Marlborough, NZ$13.00
Pinot Grigio, Spinelli, Abruzzi, IT$12.00

Rosato

Mirabeau l'Atelier "Belle Année", Rosé, FR$13.00
White Zinfandel, Beringer Main & Vine, CA$11.00

Red

Super Tuscan, Castello Banfi, Centine, Tuscany, IT$13.00
Chianti, Badia al Colle, Tuscany, IT$12.00
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC, Spinelli, IT$12.00
Pinot Noir, Leese & Fitch, CA$13.00
Piedirosso, Antonio Mazzella "Per'e Palummo" Ischia, IT$18.00
Nero d'Avola, Antonello Cassara, Sicily, IT$12.00
Malbec, Los Cardos, Mendoza, ARG$13.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Backhouse, CA$12.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Penns Woods, Chadds Ford, PA$16.00
Cabernet, Juggernaut, Sonoma Coast, CA$16.00

Signature Cocktails

We take pride in using the freshest and finest ingredients throughout your experience at Fava, starting with the first sip of a cocktail. We hand-craft classic & La Fava Specialty cocktails with our own twist. Our beverage offerings include premium spirits, , fresh squeezed citrus juices & house made simple syrups.

Fava Old Fashioned$15.00
Redemption Rye, Angostura bitters, turbinado simple syrup
New York Sour$15.00
Old Forester Bourbon, lemon, turbinado simple syrup, albumen, Montepulciano float
Espresso Martini$14.00
Stoli Vanilla Vodka, espresso, turbinado simple syrup
Autumn Sangria$13.00
spiced pear liqueur, silver rum, caramel syrup, Pinot Grigio, Granny Smith apple
Purple Reign$15.00
Empress 1908 gin, Elderflower liqueur, fresh lime, agave, albumen
Rosemary+Ginger Margarita$14.00
silver tequila, fresh lime, ginger+rosemary infused agave, rosemary sprig
Blackberry Bourbon Sip$13.00
Old Forester bourbon, Amaro Montenegro, fresh lemon, turbinado simple syrup, blackberries
Pumpkin Mule$13.00
Tito's vodka, fresh lime, house-made pumpkin spiced syrup, ginger beer, cinnamon stick

Draft Beer

2 Rotating Seasonal Draft$7.00
Levante 'Cloudy & Cumbersome' IPA$7.00
Allagash White$7.00
Guinness$7.00
Stella Artois Lager$7.00
Seasonal Artillery Brewing Co.$7.00
Miller Lite$5.50

Bottle Beer

Peroni$7.00
Coors Light$5.50
Hoegaarden$7.00
Yuengling$5.50
Heineken 0.0$6.00

What 1,192 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Fava Ristorante Italiano offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and "phenomenal service." The ambiance is enhanced by live piano music, creating a vibrant atmosphere. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and varied menu, featuring standout dishes like Eggplant Parmigiana and Chicken Milanese. While some note the noise level, overall, it's a "great neighborhood gem" worth visiting.

1,192 Reviews

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Jeanne
Philadelphia
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jennifer was our server - she was incredibly efficient, informative and very friendly. We had a whole needful meal with friends and enjoyed the piano music
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Richard
Philadelphia
65 reviews
vip
5.0
65 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Despite the inclement weather, there was a nice sized crowd for the excellent happy hour. Fava satisfied with excellent food and service.
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JOHN
Philadelphia
31 reviews
4.0
31 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent place for dinner. Kitchen is excellent. The Matre'De , Maria adds a wonderful touch. Servers are trained well.
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Russel
Philadelphia
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Our server was very pleasant and helpful. Our meals were delicious and well prepared. We appreciated the excellent live music.
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Richard
Philadelphia
65 reviews
vip
5.0
65 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
happy hour is extremely popular on Friday. We quickly learned we must make a reservation if we want to be sure to get a seat. There isn't any opportunity to just stand at the bar.
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Richard
Philadelphia
65 reviews
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5.0
65 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The management takes advantage of the chef's culinary skills by accommodating diners requests for modifications to the items on the menu. The extended happy hours on Thursday has given rise to a female vocalist with an interesting repertoire. Unlike the piano, her voice does not carry clearly across the crowded room.
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Gregory
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Eli, our server, was excellent. He was very helpful, answering all of our questions regarding the menu and specials. He was prompt and very attentive. The food was delicious and the portions were great. The dishes were imaginative and beautifully presented. The wine list and spirits list were good.
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Richard
Philadelphia
65 reviews
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5.0
65 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Joe, the piano player was in excellent form keeping the packed bar area entertained with his extreme repertoire.
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Lori
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent, the very friendly owners cared that our dining experience was perfect and our server, Hanna, was THE BEST server I’ve ever encountered! She was very concerned with all of our dining needs and made sure we were enjoying ourselves the whole evening. She is very efficient, smart, sweet and sociable! You go, Hanna! Best of luck to you in life. I know you’ll do GREAT things!! Lori❤️
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John
Baltimore
5 reviews
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4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing. But disappointing that they would not allow us to order an appetizer until we were ready to order our entrees. We arrived hungry and wanted to get appetizers and drinks in right away. We were told they would not take our appetizer order separately, it had to be placed at the same time as our entree. We've never had that experience at any other restaurant.
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FAQs

Fava Ristorante Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (484) 840-8603.

Fava Ristorante Italiano is rated 4.8 stars by 1192 OpenTable diners.