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Mendenhall Inn, Mendenhall, PA

Mendenhall Inn

4.7
4.7
2694 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 9 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Dining at the award winning Mendenhall Inn stands alone as one of the great destinations in the Brandywine Valley. Whether it is in our main dinning room, outdoor seating around our fire pit or in our Bar and Grille you are certain to have a memorable experience you won't forget. Be sure to try our Chef's creative daily Veal, Chicken and Fish specials!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, French, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–7:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (610) 388-1181
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Mendenhall Catering
  • Private party facilities
    From an intimate dinner for 12 to a function of 300, The Mendenhall Inn's professional Sales team will guide you in creating a once in a lifetime event with award-winning entrees & impeccable service.
  • Area
    Mendenhall
  • Cross Street
    Hillendale
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Parking
  • Entertainment
    Live music every Friday night at Alexander's Lounge from 6:30pm-9:30pm!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,694 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Western Suburbs

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mendenhall Inn offers a "fantastic brunch buffet" and "outstanding" Sunday Brunch, praised for its "delicious food, efficient service, and great ambiance." Diners appreciate the "impeccable service" from waitstaff like Emma and Andy, who go above and beyond. The extensive menu and "high quality standards" make it a cherished venue for special occasions.

2,694 Reviews
  1. Heather

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    167 reviews

    4.0

    167 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We're very grateful that we were able to get a reservation at the last minute for dinner last night. We love Mendenhall Inn and we timed it just right because we were going to Longwood Gardens afterwards. Emma was really good and my lobster stuffed with crab imperial and my husband's filet were great as usual. Although it took about 45 minutes or so for our dinners to arrive, it still was worth it. I understand it was super busy due to the holidays.

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  2. ellen

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent and service was so attentive! Did nit rush us, and just a very enjoyable evening.

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  3. JOSEPH

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of our favorite places to go. Not only is the food always good but the service is very good and the staff is the best. Even though we only eat there 4 or 5 times a year, they greet us like old friends, remember what we like to drink and know that I always like Mendenhall Coffee made at the table. Andy is an amazing waiter and even stops by to say hello when you don't get him as your server. I recommend the prime rib when it is available and the lobster bisque soup is also very good. And don't forget to try the bananas foster flamed at your table! Delicious.

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  4. John

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed a wonderful dinner experience with 3 other couples. It was a very busy, festive atmosphere. We all enjoyed our meals which included a variety of salads, soups, entrees, and desserts.

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  5. Janet

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food, beautiful dining room, great service from out waiter, Andy. Mendenhall has an extensive menu and never disappoints.

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  6. victor

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Late lunch before heading to Longwood Gardens. Happy Hour 3-6 was a good option.

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  7. Pam

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Disappointing. The restaurant came highly recommended but we were very disappointed. We went on a Sunday night in December and it was very quiet - not many people at all. Despite not being crowded, the service was SO slow. It took forever for our drinks. I ordered a dirty martini and it came with no olives!! It was 90 minutes from the time we sat down until we got our entrees. No idea what possibly took so long. Food was good but nothing great. Definitely won’t return with so many other good options in the area. Bummer because I was celebrating my 50th birthday.
    Mendenhall InnResponded 6 days ago
    Pam, We are very sorry about your experience with us last night. I can assure you that is not typical of our establishment. We do have a fairly large dining room and had some large private parties last night which may have caused the slow service, although that is no excuse. We will be looking into what caused this issue and ownership will be looking to make sure it doesn't happen in the future. We do hope to see you again to show you the service we are known for.

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  8. Kathleen

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, service, and atmosphere. Nicely renovated and fabulous Brunch !
    Mendenhall InnResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your review Kathleen! Hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Claire

    Philadelphia

    41 reviews

    3.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food wasn't as good as in the past. Roast beef was very rare, some was put in gravy but just looked rubbery, too well done. nothing was medium. Way too rare for our group! Omelets were good, servers were entertaining too. sides were good, desserts were good, slices of pie were huge! Bananas Foster not great. We have so few restaurants of this caliber my comments are only to keep it as a good one.
    Mendenhall InnResponded 6 days ago
    Claire, We are sorry you did not enjoy the brunch yesterday as you have in the past. Please next time you return, please do not hesitate to have your server bring your Prime Rib to the kitchen to be brought to your preferred temperature as we have done for guests in the past. We do appreciate the constructive criticism and we hope to see you again soon.

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  10. Joseph

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the food and ambiance with friends. Waitress overwhelmed so service on slow side but she was pleasant and apologized.

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Mendenhall Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 2694 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for Mendenhall Inn

323 Kennett Pike, Mendenhall, PA 19357

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hillendale
  • Area
    Mendenhall
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–7:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, French, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live music every Friday night at Alexander's Lounge from 6:30pm-9:30pm!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (610) 388-1181
  • Catering
    Mendenhall Catering
  • Private party facilities
    From an intimate dinner for 12 to a function of 300, The Mendenhall Inn's professional Sales team will guide you in creating a once in a lifetime event with award-winning entrees & impeccable service.
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