Best Lunch Restaurants in Bala Cynwyd

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1. SkyHigh

4.7

Exceptional(2828)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Center City

Booked 74 times today

Philadelphia's SkyHigh restaurant presents a chic and comfortable dining experience specializing in approachable Jean-Georges cuisine. Experience panoramic views and world-class service.

2. Vernick Fish

4.7

Exceptional(2207)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Center City

Booked 35 times today

Vernick Fish presents Philadelphia’s own, Chef Greg Vernick’s exploration beyond the boundaries of a seafood restaurant. His ingredient-driven cooking style, paired with a love for global flavors, results in an inventive menu of fish and shellfish dishes, and a range of vegetable preparations. Taking a detailed, seasonal, and sustainable approach with small and large plate offerings, the kitchen brings new life to the favorite hallmarks of American oyster bar fare and raw bar. Complementing the experience are well-crafted cocktails, and a focused wine list of seafood-friendly white and sparkling offerings, as well as light, fresh reds.

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3. Not Your Average Joe's Ardmore

4.3

Awesome(2118)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Ardmore

Booked 19 times today

Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar offers a menu inspired by American cuisine. Its menu is stylish, contemporary and includes fresh oysters, gourmet pizzas, rice bowls and a variety of burgers. During a daily Happy Hour, diners can also enjoy both drink and appetizer specials. Along with an array of beers, its menu includes wines and a wide selection of specialty cocktails. You'll further enjoy a casual and pub-like experience. Its décor includes an open kitchen, bench seating and a separate bar area with mounted flat screen televisions all around for watching sporting events.Not Your Average Joe’s Ardmore is located in the Suburban Square upscale open-air mall and farmers market. Conveniently close to Villanova University, Lower Merion High School, and Haverford College, our restaurant has dine-in, carry out, and delivery options to serve-up our creative cuisine any way you like it.

4. Aleksandar

4.5

Awesome(508)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Center City

Booked 19 times today

Aleksandar is the newest addition to the acclaimed Rittenhouse Square restaurant scene. We are inspired by seasonal ingredients, chef-driven techniques, and the traditions and flavors of ancestral and modern Europe. With floor-to-ceiling windows, large-scale original artwork, and cozy wood finishes, we at Aleksandar strive to marry Old World authenticity and modern culinary flare. Aleksandar is an approachable introduction to different corners of Europe, a place to discover new flavors and old traditions. Reservations are highly recommended. Walk-ins are accommodated whenever possible. We look forward to your visit!

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5. Continental Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(2661)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 112 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.

6. The Butcher Bar

4.5

Awesome(1569)

Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 20 times today

BUTCHER BAR—the latest restaurant from the crew that brought you Varga Bar, Mercato and Valanni. We invite you to our restaurant that playfully celebrates “meat lovers and comfort foods” complimented with a bar featuring 16 beers on tap, 6 draft wines, and a whiskey-based cocktail program. Brunch is offered all weekend and Lunch is available Wed-Fri. Book your next business dinner, happy hour or birthday in our year round patio.

7. Winnie’s Manayunk

4.2

Awesome(185)

Price: Moderate

• American • Manayunk

Booked 21 times today

Winnie's has been a staple of Manayunk for decades! Known for our made-from-scratch menu, our crave-inducing brunch, our fresh and hearty soups, and our warm and personal service we give to our guests!Winnie's is located in the heart of Manayunk and we are committed to giving our patrons the freshest ingredients from locally sourced vendors. Whether it's our award-winning brunch or a relaxing night out with family or friends, we hope you enjoy our food as much as we enjoy making it.

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8. White Dog Cafe-Haverford

4.6

Exceptional(3894)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Havertown

Booked 79 times today

White Dog Cafe has been engaging its local community with award-winning contemporary American cuisine, since 1983 in Philadelphia and since 2010 in Wayne. Known for creative menus, using the highest quality farm-fresh ingredients and humanely raised meats and poultry, our menus change weekly to capture the best local, seasonal and sustainable grown foods available. Our inspiring menus are complimented with an all American wine list, local craft beers and seasonal specialty cocktails and refreshing mocktails served with warm hospitality.

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9. La Collina Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1461)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bala Cynwyd

Booked 29 times today

La Collina has delighted diners with world-class cuisine, service, and ambiance for more than 31 remarkable years. Classically-trained staff serve a selection of the finest old-world recipes in an atmosphere of casual elegance, while attending to every detail.Located just off the Schuylkill Expressway in Belmont Hills, La Collina boasts spectacular hilltop views. The bar offers a unique atmosphere with live entertainment and dancing on weekends. This gem is known as one of the most romantic restaurants on the Main Line.La Collina specializes in fresh seafood and veal dishes. Its signature dish, Dover Sole, is a delicate, tasty fish that is uniquely grilled, and served tableside. In addition to our Dover Sole, our daily fresh-fish specials include Branzino, Norwegian Salmon, Pompano, Orata, soft-shell crabs, Langostina, and other delights from the sea, depending upon availability. We are also known for our veal sirloin, veal porterhouse, ossobuco, and chops.Buon Appetito!

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10. White Dog Cafe - University City

4.6

Exceptional(5488)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • University City

Booked 77 times today

An iconic restaurant in University City since 1983, White Dog Cafe is a leader in using environmentally sustainable, organic, and local foods from farms within 50 miles. Known for warm hospitality, and inspiring award-winning food, the White Dog's historic three brownstones offer charming and whimsical dog décor and artwork in its many unique dining spaces and outdoor dining on the sidewalk.

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Jaheim
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Absolutely recommend. The food and drinks were great and well presented. Jim is also awesome
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Not Your Average Joe's ArdmorePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Ardmore
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4.3
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stevenVIP
New York City •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was great as always but the service Left much to desire!!
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Continental MidtownPrice: Moderate• American• Center City
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4.7
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Gabriella
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food was fresh and tasted amazing. Had the sea bass, 10/10. Had every raw oyster they had available and loved every single one. The broccolini Caesar was amazing as well. Will definitely go back to try the crab fried rice.
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Vernick FishPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Center City
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4.7
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Jillian
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Went for the Sunday brunch with kids. The view and the ambiance cannot be beat. Food was fantastic and the brunch dessert bar was incredible. Well worth the trip. However, we had an 11:30 reservation and the coat check/ concierge guy kept telling us the restaurant wasn’t ready for us yet. After 20 minutes I finally walked down to the bottom of the steps where the restaurant was and the hostess said they had been waiting for us. This was seriously annoying as we had 3 kids and a full agenda for the afternoon. Once we were seated the experience was great. The restaurant should have better communication between its staff. In hindsight, I don’t think the coat check guy even spoke to the restaurant.
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SkyHighPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Center City
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4.7
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JohnVIP
Philadelphia County •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We have dined twice recently at Aleksandar, and both times everything was exquisite. The staff are welcoming and well informed. The dishes are thoughtfully conceived, beautifully presented, and scrumptious. The ambiance is warm and inviting. Highly recommended.!
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AleksandarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Center City
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4.5

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1. SkyHigh

2. Vernick Fish

3. Not Your Average Joe's Ardmore

4. Aleksandar

5. Continental Midtown

6. The Butcher Bar

7. Winnie’s Manayunk

8. White Dog Cafe-Haverford

9. La Collina Restaurant

10. White Dog Cafe - University City

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