Best Brunch Restaurants in Swarthmore

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BrewerytownCenter CityCity LineFolsomGlen MillsHavertown

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CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for craft beer

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James Beard Award

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

34 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavola Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(2427)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Springfield

Booked 10 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!

A photo of Village Vine, Wine Bar + Bistro restaurant

2. Village Vine, Wine Bar + Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(128)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Swarthmore

Village Vine is an award winning wine bar and bistro in historic Swarthmore, Pennsylvania just a short train or car ride from Center City Philadelphia. VV brings together sustainable, unique delicious wines by the glass, flight and bottle, original craft cocktails, and Chef/Owner John Hearn's delicious and inspired shareable dishes made from local, regional and seasonal ingredients. Experience the joys of lesser known wine-producing locales, innovative cocktails and the foods that accompany them.

3. The Ridley House

3.8

Excellent(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Folsom

Booked 3 times today

The Ridley House is a New AmericanRestaurant & Bar modeled after a traditionalHall & Parlor Home. The space is comprisedof three unique rooms & seasonal outdoorbeer garden. Guests can enjoy options fromour rustic American Farm Fare menu,handcrafted cocktails, & robust selection ofcraft beer.____________________________________________________________________________________________________Thank you for choosing The Ridley House for your dining experience! We are delighted to host you and your guests. For parties of 12 or more, we offer a specially curated menu to ensure seamless service. Please note that an 18% Gratuity will automatically be added to the bill for parties of 6 or more. Additionally, we can accommodate up to four payment cards per check. Please note a card must be on file to confirm large reservations for 12+, we look forward to serving you!

A photo of La Belle Epoque Wine Bistro restaurant

4. La Belle Epoque Wine Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1392)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Media

Booked 27 times today

La Belle Epoque Wine Bistro is a popular spot for brunch. As one reviewer mentions, 'brunch was delicious' and another says 'brunch was great.' The French restaurant offers a range of dishes, including classic eggs Benedict and salmon eggs Benedict. The ambiance is praised as 'cozy' and 'quiet.'

5. Parc

4.8

Exceptional(17700)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 272 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 Love

4.9

Exceptional(7567)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Rittenhouse Square

Booked 163 times today

Aimee Olexy and Stephen Starr's The Love is a bi-level sanctuary features 150 seats, split between the main dining room, sidewalk seating, and an upper-level loft. The restaurant is a spirited and carefree neighborhood café celebrating everyday American cuisine. The menu is crafted around what’s truly seasonal and local, while the beverage program reflects the best of the region. This creative energy is matched by a front-of-house service staff passionate about providing homey hospitality morning, noon and night.

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7. Terrain Cafe – Glen Mills

4.5

Awesome(7765)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Glen Mills

Booked 126 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!

8. The Dandelion

4.7

Exceptional(8220)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Center City

Booked 124 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.

9. a.kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(2147)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French American • Center City

Booked 42 times today

a.kitchen is an all-day French-inspired American restaurant that offers reservations for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Their brunch menu features dishes like Franny's Panna Cotta, Fennel Sausage + Egg Sandwich, and Chicken Liver Benedict. It's a great spot for a relaxing brunch with a mix of French and American cuisines.

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10. Continental Midtown

4.6

Exceptional(2745)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Center City

Booked 106 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.

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Peter
Philadelphia County •10 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Overall a nice place to eat with good environment. Recommend to all.
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ParcPrice: Expensive• French• Rittenhouse Square
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4.8
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JohnCVIP
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Belle Epoque in Media PA is one of my favorites. It is small, very friendly and un-fussy. The bistrot menu is mostly traditional but includes a few more contemporary approaches. Onion soup is always exceptional. Boeuf Bourguignon, an item I often choose, is particularly rich. Overall, while one cannot actually hear the susurration of Parisian streets, one's nose may well be fooledl
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La Belle Epoque Wine BistroPrice: Expensive• French• Media
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4.7
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Lori
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 7, 2025
Both the service and food were excellent, the wine was also a good value
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Village Vine, Wine Bar + BistroPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Swarthmore
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4.8
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RoadWarriorVIP
Greater Boston •53 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
We arrived for lunch while we were traveling through the area. The food was excellent, wait staff was accommodating and friendly, environment was comfortable. I highly recommend.
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Tavola RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Springfield
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4.6
PF
PhilliesFanVIP
Philadelphia County •93 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 23, 2025
Simple Irish Menu. Too many potatoes for my taste. Irish stew was tasty, but 80% potato and three bites of meat. Giant potato wedges, with one thin piece of fish in the fish and chips, again tasted fine, just overwhelmed by potato.
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The Ridley HousePrice: Moderate• American• Folsom
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3.8

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