Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Scranton / Poconos

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Updated 05 March 2025

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

5.0

5 (944)

$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

Vjm1

Dined on 2 Mar 2025

One of my finest meals. Hommade rolls. Salas perfectly constructed and delicious. Thickest, juiciest, most tender bone in pork chop-to die for.

Butter

4.9

4.9 (95)

$31 to $50

American

Mount Pocono / Pocono Manor

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

ArthurVIP

Dined on 2 Mar 2025

It is always a nice time at Butter. They are so welcoming and the food is delicious! Enjoy!

Garlic Restaurant & Bar

4.7

4.7 (795)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Stroudsburg

About the restaurant

Garlίc is the only upscale dining experience in the Poconos, proudly featuring fresh, hand-cut, steaks and fresh seafood!

Garlίc boasts the highest quality food available; the best service around; a full-service bar with the finest, hand-crafted cocktails; breathtaking patio dining; a lively happy-hour; local art on every wall; amazing chefs; and a young, innovative team.

Top review

Taylor

Dined on 14 Feb 2025

Delicious food and drinks. I had the lobster, and my husband has steak - literally melted in our mouths. Made for a memorable Valentine’s Day dinner. :)

The Refinery

4.9

4.9 (204)

$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

earl

Dined 3 days ago

Delicious food, great service. Very nice atmosphere with a wonderful menu. Try the smoked old fashioned.

Pizza Althea

4.8

4.8 (21)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

West Wyoming

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Top review

Alexis

Dined 5 days ago

Amazing food and great drinks loving coming to eat

Rikasa

4.8

4.8 (440)

$31 to $50

Italian

Scranton

About the restaurant

Our Newest addition Roof 53 can be now reserved online. Please review the menu, it is different then the main floor menu...

Come in and let your senses be tantalized by the coastal vibes of Italian shores. From shrimp cocktail to escargot, from the music to the mood, at Rikasa every day is a special occasion, whether it be a romantic date night or celebratory family gathering. Unwind after work in our chic bar for casual drinks or a smooth bottle of wine with friends. Our delectable menu offerings, from our finest chops and steaks, succulent seafood, house-made pastas and handcrafted cocktails are sourced locally and responsibly. We are also home to The Joint, our speakeasy bar, featuring live entertainment and incredible drinks every Friday and Saturday evening.

Highly skilled and welcoming staff are proud to elevate your experience like no other. At Rikasa, we promise that our relaxed elegance will transport you to a unique and unforgettable experience.

Top review

Josh

Dined 3 days ago

Everything was perfect! We will be back next weekend and can’t wait.

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The French Manor

4.8

4.8 (569)

$50 and over

Contemporary French

South Sterling

About the restaurant

One of Pennsylvania's finest Pocono's Restaurants... The elegant dining room at The French Manor features a 40 foot vaulted ceiling & two massive fireplaces. Request a table on the terrace for a wonderful view of the Pocono Mountains, or a table by the fireplace for later dining (please note that table requests are subject to availability). Breakfast in nice weather can be accommodated on the stone veranda. Our gourmet dinner menu features both Classical & Nouvelle French Cuisine. Candlelight dining, culinary expertise, & our pampering staff make each meal a memorable dining experience.

Attire in the Main Dining Room is Dressy Casual (jackets for gentlemen are suggested, not required). No sneakers, sweatshirts, or shorts (outdoor terrace with a view offers casual dining during warmer months). The restaurant is not suitable for children under the age of 12 years.

AAA four-diamond rated restaurant and lodging since 2003.

Top review

Barbara

Dined 3 days ago

This whole night was fantastic! Place is lovely, servers are knowledgeable and friendly, drinks were perfect, food was as described and delicious. Dessert was lavender creme brulee and loved by all. We were not rushed at all, perfect.

Grico's Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (81)

$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

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 3 Mar 2025

Excellent. Service great was there on a Monday for Birthday celebration..

The Ridge Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (189)

$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. For reservations 6pm and earlier, please call the day prior. If not cancelled within these times, we will need to charge your card $10 per head.
Separate checks not provided for parties of 5 or more.

Family Owned & Operated

Thank you for your understanding.

Top review

KarenR

Dined 6 days ago

Beautiful atmosphere, delicious food and excellent service.

Alter House

4.9

4.9 (850)

$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

DianeVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We always enjoy the food and service at Alter House. The servers are very attentive and the food is fresh and delicious

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