Best Fun Restaurants in Swarthmore

53 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavola Restaurant

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Springfield

Booked 11 times today

Tavola Restaurant + Bar offers a one of a kind indoor and al fresco dining experience with a newly renovated and impressive outdoor patio featuring golf course views, fire pits, and relaxing atmosphere. Tavola offers an extensive bar menu with a robust wine list, beer list (including seasonals and crafts) and inventive signature cocktails made with fresh ingredients from our on-site vegetable and herb gardens. Tavola is open to the public daily, serving lunch, dinner, drinks and Sunday Brunch, with daily specials accompanied by live acoustic music (see our entertainment calendar for a full schedule). Advance reservations are recommended for all guests through Open Table and private parties are welcomed to contact our management team for accommodations. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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2. Pepperoncini Restaurant & Bar, Havertown

4.8

Exceptional(484)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Havertown

Booked 12 times today

Approachable, family owned from scratch Italian restaurant in Havertown, PAOwner and executive Chef Tommy DeFruscio’s vision for elevated Italian in a casual atmosphere comes to life at Pepperoncini Havertown. Our first floor wine bar is laidback and fun while our upstairs dining room is classy, not stuffy. The food is the true star of the show as Chef Tommy selects only the freshest ingredients each week to create memorable dining experiences. Visit our website for our weekly specials menu, follow us on Instagram @pepperoncinihavertown for photos of our specials.

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3. The Block - Harrah's Philadelphia

3.1

Good(9)

Price: Moderate

• American • Chester

An all-you-can-eat boozy brunch buffet with live omelet and carving stations, complete with a bottomless open bar! Bottomless mimosas are so last year. At the Block, located near the Sports Book inside Harrah's Philadelphia Racetrack & Casino, the entire bar is open to you! Enjoy the cocktail of your choice in a modern space with a rotating playlist and digital imagery, leading to a unique experience every time. After the party, head out to the gaming floor and continue the fun with table games, slots, sports betting, and live horse racing! Continue to get your drink on at C-Bar, Philly Tap & Tavern, The Copper Mug, and our famous Beer Garden, located on the 2nd-floor racing level, right out on the track!

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4. Streetlight Kitchen & Bar

4.2

Awesome(44)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Drexel Hill

A contemporary casual restaurant tucked away in the heart of Drexel Hill. Serving American Contemporary cuisine to locals and travelers alike, guests can take in the decor which is filled with historical photos of the surrounding area. The centerpiece of Streetlight, our bar, serves up craft cocktails made with local spirits and a tap list filled with a rotating roster of local breweries.

5. Parc

4.8

Exceptional(17343)

Price: Expensive

• French • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 301 times today

Stephen Starr's stylish addition to Rittenhouse Square pays tribute to French cafe culture, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, ideal for a quick bite or a leisurely meal. Parc recalls the chic brasseries of Paris, serving classic French fare in a charming space. Red leather banquettes topped with frosted glass provide a sense of intimacy. Details such as well-worn wooden chairs, vintage framed paintings and photos and antique brass fixtures transport guests across the Atlantic. French doors spill onto a sidewalk terrace covered by a dark red awning perfect for dining "en plein air."

6. The Dandelion

4.7

Exceptional(8083)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Center City

Booked 125 times today

London's culinary revolution comes to Philadelphia with this unique gastro-pub. Cozy rooms and intimate bars create a storied, Old World aura, while updated seasonal takes on British food make up the menu. In keeping with tradition, our casks and tap craft beers are always rotating and classic family-style roasts are served on Sundays.

7. Butcher & Singer

4.9

Exceptional(8792)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Center City

Booked 97 times today

Butcher & Singer is a blast for everyone. It's a sophisticated dining experience in a relaxed clubhouse setting. Reviews rave about the 'old world charm and sophistication in the drinks, food, and ambience', and 'amazing food, beautiful and elegant interior'. The 'great ambiance' and 'wonderful service' also add to the fun. It's perfect for a special occasion or a vibrant night out.

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8. Terrain Cafe – Glen Mills

4.4

Awesome(7510)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Glen Mills

Booked 141 times today

Since our opening in 2008, Terrain Cafe grew naturally from a small coffee shop nestled in the store to a full-service restaurant offering seasonally inspired brunch, dinner, and beverage menus. Our dedicated culinary team works closely with purveyors to ethically source fresh, high-quality ingredients that lay the foundation for our nourishing dishes. Each cafe's unique and deliberately designed environment blurs the line between indoor and outdoor spaces, providing an inspiring dining experience every time. This specific cafe will always have unique roots, and we'll undoubtedly remain embedded in them as we grow.Our patio is open for walk-ins only!

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9. Continental Midtown

4.6

Exceptional(2610)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 141 times today

Three full stories of fun await you at the Continental Mid-town. Whether you’re relaxing in the lounge, swinging in a basket chair on the jet-set mezzanine or taking in the night along the airy rooftop patio, it’s a total reprieve from the expected. The mouth-watering menu features bold and eclectic flavors, from signature jumbo lump crab pad thai and Szechuan shoestring fries to playful spins like cheesesteak eggrolls and French onion soup dumplings. Expertly mixed pop and retro cocktails ensure there’s something for everyone to sip on, no matter the occasion.

10. Tria Rittenhouse

4.8

Exceptional(426)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to Tria, Philly's original casual wine bar since 2004.Our two Center City wine bars have helped elevate Philly’s wine scene while keeping it fun. Tria’s seasonally curated wine, cheese and beer menus showcase super-cool smaller producers who are driven by passion. The friendly Tria team will help you discover new flavor sensations if that’s your jawn. If you prefer, we’ll bring you more wine and leave you alone. It’s all good.We love wine and it shows, but Tria above all is a community where guests come to relax and connect. There are no TVs or other distractions. The “concept” is for our guests to engage in conversation made livelier, deeper and cheerier by the wine. Cheers!

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Laurievip
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We were greeted, seated and then treated to a lovely dining experience. We started with a couple of the specialty cocktails-Romarin and Nouveau Basilic: their pour was generous as our drinks lasted through our meals. A bonus of a basket of bread was brought to our table, such a rarity! Baguette, sourdough and what seamed a seasonal bread with cranberry and walnuts with beurre---seemed such a treat! Our waiter was attentive and made well informed dinner suggestions after asking us our preferences and we enjoyed the beef bourguignon; duck a l'orange and roasted chicken. Parc has made our top 10 list of places to eat while in Philly!
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ParcPrice: Expensive• French• Rittenhouse Square
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4.8
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Anthonyvip
Philadelphia County •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent meal and service by Susan. The food was served piping out one of my pet peeves . So it made for a exceptional meal !!!
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Pepperoncini Restaurant & Bar, HavertownPrice: Moderate• Italian• Havertown
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4.8
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LaQuana
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2024
The service was amazing, the food was amazing I would recommend Tavola to my family and friend's. Definitely is a 10/10 and the scenery was overall great.
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Tavola RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Springfield
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4.5
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Diana
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 Oct 2024
This experience went well, food was good, venue was clean, and I love a buffet 😋 😍 👌 overall I enjoyed myself.
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The Block - Harrah's PhiladelphiaPrice: Moderate• American• Chester
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3.1
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Tamica
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Oct 2024
Had a wonderful time at the Streetlight Kitchen for my daughter’s 18th birthday. The food was good but the outdoor seating option was fantastic. She really enjoyed herself.
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Streetlight Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Drexel Hill
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4.2

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53 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavola Restaurant

2. Pepperoncini Restaurant & Bar, Havertown

3. The Block - Harrah's Philadelphia

4. Streetlight Kitchen & Bar

5. Parc

6. The Dandelion

7. Butcher & Singer

8. Terrain Cafe – Glen Mills

9. Continental Midtown

10. Tria Rittenhouse

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