Bala Cynwyd Restaurants
Make a free reservation
Visa Dining Collection
Get exclusive access to primetime reservations at some of the country's hottest restaurants
Available for late dinner now in Philadelphia County
Introducing OpenTable Icons
Check out diners' favorite restaurants in Bala Cynwyd
Updated on
Diners’ Choice Awards are based on where your fellow diners book, dine, and review. Only verified diners get to review restaurants on OpenTable, so our data doesn’t lie.
See what locals rave about in Bala Cynwyd
- JJamilaPhiladelphia County •6 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoWe had excellent service and the waiter gave wonderful recommendations. He was very attentive and the ambiance was amazing. Love the partnership with the school district for the students to play jazz on Mondays. They sounded great and very professional.More infoSkyHighPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Center City•4.7
- TTammiVIPPhiladelphia County •37 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoMet up for a girls brunch and had soooo much fun. We started with a pitcher of mimosas and it didn’t disappoint. From there we ordered a lit bit of everything and shared. The beignets were with berry compote yummy, apple pie French toast, wings, and a traditional breakfast platter. All really good. Our server John was great as we were catching up.More infoBlondiePrice: Moderate• American• Manayunk•4.5
- DDenisePhiladelphia County •7 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 13, 2024food was good, only problem there was no room in the parking lot for our carMore infoLa Collina RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bala Cynwyd•4.6
- KkennethVIPPhiladelphia County •20 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 10, 2024Always good food and drink. We go about once every two weeks and enjoy our meals.More infoIn RivaPrice: Moderate• Italian• East Falls•4.5
Trending dishes in Bala Cynwyd
Restaurant experiences trending in Philadelphia County
Get inspired by our collections of the top restaurants in Bala Cynwyd
Discover Trending Restaurants in Philadelphia
Find the best trendy Restaurants in Bala Cynwyd on OpenTable. See all best list of trendy Restaurants open nearby and reserve an open table.
The 11 best restaurants to dine outdoors in Philadelphia
Philadelphia’s best restaurants for outdoor dining come with breathtaking views, scenic streetside tables, and charming patios.
12 quintessential date-night restaurants in Philadelphia
There’s a restaurant for every love language in Philadelphia. Early-in-the-game dates get a sexy vegan cocktail bar. An Andalusian tapas spot screams “group date.” For an ultra-luxe proposal, go all out with a tasting menu on the 59th floor of the Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia. This guide pairs Philadelphia restaurants with romantic occasions from first dates all the way to milestone anniversaries. These are Philadelphia’s 12 best date-night restaurants.
4 new restaurants making a splash in Philadelphia right now
Philadelphia’s best new restaurants, ideal for your next brunch, lunch, or dinner, are home to some of the city’s hottest tables.
17 restaurants that define Philadelphia dining
Together, these old and new restaurants offer a snapshot of the best of Philadelphia dining right now.
12 of Philadelphia’s outstanding spots for celebrating special occasions
Maybe you got engaged on the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art or just picked up the keys to your first rowhouse. It could be that your kid is (finally) toilet trained, or that your noisy neighbor moved away. Sometimes, simply surviving another Tuesday can be an occasion to celebrate over a restaurant meal. It doesn’t have to be fancy. What makes an occasion special isn’t an arbitrary date on the calendar—it’s the decision to celebrate. Luckily, Philadelphia bursts with places where the food and atmosphere lend themselves to living it up. Grab dinner and a jazz show at a swinging North Broad Street faithful. Opt for a quieter night at a critically acclaimed, plant-based gem in Midtown Village. Or splurge on a swanky steakhouse that presides over a corner of Rittenhouse Park. Whether you’re after an intimate spot for an anniversary date or a convivial atmosphere for a boisterous reunion, Philadelphia has you covered with these 12 celebration-worthy restaurants.
The Best Places to Grab a Drink in Philadelphia
Philadelphia’s bar scene pulses with the same eclectic energy that defines its restaurants. In every neighborhood, you’ll find spots that reflect the people who live, work, and drink there. Some embrace the city’s signature blue collar ethos while others offer glamorous settings—and even higher-end spirits. Many are attached to restaurant kitchens that turn out the kind of top-notch food that put Philadelphia on the culinary map. The city’s drinking dens have you covered, whether your tastes skew classic or trendy, whiskey or vodka, domestic or imported. Grab a friend—plus a barstool—and explore this town by way of its best watering holes.
A Guide to the Best Date Spots in Philadelphia & New Jersey
Conversations begin on Bumble but they get even deeper IRL. When it’s time to move from direct messaging to direct eye contact, find a table for two. And to make it super easy, OpenTable and Bumble are teaming up to help you find the best date spots in your city. Find a restaurant that fits your style, whether you want drinks on a patio or a special four-course meal, OpenTable can help you choose the cuisine, seating area, and even book unique experiences with nearby restaurants. Download the Bumble app to find your match, and check the list below to find your table.
10 Top Burger Picks in Philadelphia and New Jersey
The genesis of the beef-on-bun combo known as the hamburger might be forever shrouded in mystery — there are at least six different people that claim to be responsible for its invention — but regardless of who came up with the burger, its appeal is undeniable. Throughout Philadelphia and New Jersey, burger options abound, from pared-down smashburgers topped with a simple combo of lettuce, tomato and onion, to patties finished with bacon and eggs designed for brunch-time enjoyment. Up and down the New Jersey coastline and into Philadelphia, these are the spots serving can’t-miss burgers.
Discover Bala-Cynwyd
Bala-Cynwyd is a suburb of Philadelphia located on the western edge of the city. Settled by Welsh-Quakers in the 1680s, the restaurant scene in Bala-Cynwyd still reflects the community's deep history. A number of diners and grills in the community serve classic American comfort foods, from roast beef and mashed potatoes to savory stews of meat and veggies. Whether you are looking for a casual sandwich or a five-star dining experience for that special date night, you can find a great match in Bala-Cynwyd. Enjoy a classic seafood grill or steakhouse, or you can venture out into international cuisine options. Peruvian, Chinese, Spanish and Mediterranean all find a home in today's Bala-Cynwyd for delicious and authentic preparations.
Explore OpenTable
- Wynnefield Station
- Cynwyd Station
- Barmouth Station
- Bala Golf Course
- Wynnestay
- Wissahickon Station
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-City Avenue
- Ridge Avenue Bridge in Philadelphia
- Belmont Avenue Bridge in Philadelphia
- Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue
- Cynwyd Park
- Wynnefield Avenue Station
- Crowne Plaza Philadelphia West
- City Line Hotel
- Bala Cynwyd Shopping Center
- Belmont Mansion