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Alter House, Clarks Summit, PA

Alter House

4.9
4.9
862 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 14 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Whether it’s catering out a private event, a special dinner for two or a small gala, our team will make sure it’s memorable. Our main space is a perfect setting for private dining events that range from 12 to 70 people. Depending on the size of the event, the restaurant space can be divided to accommodate large party dinners. Private dining menus are customized by our talented Culinary Team from seasonally-inspired offerings. Our Outdoor Tented Patio and the Private Dining Room located adjacent to the Alter House Restaurant is ideal for daytime business meetings, bereavements, corporate dinners, social celebrations and cocktail receptions. They both accommodates 12 to 40 people comfortably. Make Alter House your event venue of choice today. For booking or more information contact: alterevents@summitalterhouse.com or by telephone at (570)319.6665
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it’s a special dinner for two or a small gala, our team will make sure it’s memorable. Contact us today for more information!
  • Area
    Clarks Summit
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 862 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Best Overall

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Best Food

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Best Service

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Best Ambience

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Best Value

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Child-friendly

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Innovative

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Healthy

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Hot spot

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Great for fine wines

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Lively

  • Scranton / Poconos

    American

  • Scranton / Poconos

    Most Booked

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Best Overall

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Best Food

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Best Service

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Best Ambience

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Best Value

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Child-friendly

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Innovative

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Healthy

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Hot spot

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Great for fine wines

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Lively

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    American

  • Poconos Mountain Region

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alter House offers an extraordinary dining experience with "amazing food and drinks," a "beautiful atmosphere," and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the farm-to-table menu, "creative cocktails," and attentive staff, making it a top choice for special occasions. Despite occasional noise, the "great neighborhood vibe" and live music enhance the ambiance.
862 Reviews
  1. Chris VIP

    Greater Boston26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service is always excellent. Tonight was no exception. My lobster fettuccine was delicious. Desserts were delicious. Drinks were delicious. Atmosphere is, as always, very cool.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. Scott

    Poconos1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a fantastic dinner experience. We were celebrating my wife's birthday. Shauna was or serve and she was excellent. We go to the Altar House for all our special occasions. I highly recommend.
    Alter HouseResponded 2 days ago
    Scott, Thank you so much for being part of what we do here. We hope to see you again to do it all over again and again and again!

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  3. Lauren

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always our absolute favorite place to go on a Friday night. Staff is amazing and the food is great too! They also have great cocktails!!

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  4. Paola VIP

    Poconos44 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The vegetables in the harvest bowl were undercooked and unseasoned and the salmon portion was quite small for a total meal price of $33 price. However, I did like the soy sauce that accompanied it.
    Alter HouseResponded 2 days ago
    Paola, Thank you for the feedback. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed the sauce and will relay other items mentioned to our kitchen.

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  5. Donna

    Philadelphia36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can’t wait to go back! This was our first visit and we loved everything about it! The decor, ambience, food, and cocktails were just fabulous!
    Alter HouseResponded 2 days ago
    Donna, Thank you for celebrating such a a special day with us. Don't be a stranger!

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  6. Emilie

    Philadelphia8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy an evening at the Alter house! Hayden always remembers us, greets us with a smile and a hug! Lovely servers, delicious food and specialty cocktails, and always a great neighborhood vibe! We are so grateful to have this wonderful restaurant in our area, truly a gem!
    Alter HouseResponded 2 days ago
    Emilie, We are so grateful to have Alter House transformed into a home when guests like you walk in the door. Thank you for the support. Cheers to you!

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  7. Liz VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Smash burger is one of the best I’ve ever had. Hayden and Macy were great!
    Alter HouseResponded on 16 March 2025
    Liz, The smash burger truly SMASHes it everytime! We will pass on your kind words to Hayden and Macey, Thank you.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Poconos1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Drinks and food were very good. Probably the best pork chop I’ve had in a long time. Filet Mignon was another good choice. Done exactly as ordered Service was good, our server was very friendly. I was treated to a dessert for my birthday, which was very unexpected and a nice touch. Not to mention a birthday card waiting for me on the table. Only downside is the noise level but overall a wonderful dining experience. We will be back!

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  9. Art VIP

    Baltimore4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our number one go to restaurant. Drinks, service and food is always amazing! We love it there❤️
    Alter HouseResponded on 16 March 2025
    Art, We love it here too. Thank you for being such a loyal guest. We appreciate you!

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  10. April VIP

    New York City43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They have delicious and inventive cocktails, as well as delicious farm to table entrees. The staff is amazing, with a great overall atmosphere. The live music on Thursday nights is a definite plus!
    Alter HouseResponded 2 days ago
    April, Thank you for the kind words. We love to kick off the weekend with music. Thank you for joining. See you soon!

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FAQs

Alter House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (570) 319-6665.

Alter House is rated 4.9 stars by 862 OpenTable diners.

Alter House does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Alter House

926 Lackawanna Trl, Clarks Summit, PA 18411

Additional information

  • Area
    Clarks Summit
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Whether it’s catering out a private event, a special dinner for two or a small gala, our team will make sure it’s memorable. Our main space is a perfect setting for private dining events that range from 12 to 70 people. Depending on the size of the event, the restaurant space can be divided to accommodate large party dinners. Private dining menus are customized by our talented Culinary Team from seasonally-inspired offerings. Our Outdoor Tented Patio and the Private Dining Room located adjacent to the Alter House Restaurant is ideal for daytime business meetings, bereavements, corporate dinners, social celebrations and cocktail receptions. They both accommodates 12 to 40 people comfortably. Make Alter House your event venue of choice today. For booking or more information contact: alterevents@summitalterhouse.com or by telephone at (570)319.6665
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it’s a special dinner for two or a small gala, our team will make sure it’s memorable. Contact us today for more information!
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