Stella

4.7

2539 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Charming

The Ghost Light Inn’s restaurant, Stella, is inspired by local ingredients from the region’s best farmers and artisans. The restaurant offers 100 seats with indoor and outdoor tables, and private dining spaces for events and gatherings. The outdoor patio displays sweeping views of the Delaware River. The main dining room offers a mix of freestanding tables and booths. During the winter months, reservations for outdoor tables are not available. However, you are more than welcome to make a note in your reservation that you would like to sit outside. The patio is heated.
Parking in New Hope can be hard to come by. The parking lot located in front of Stella is owned and operated by the Bucks County Playhouse. Stella cannot validate parking. When valet is present the cost to park is $30. When valet is not available, spaces are metered and paid for via the ParkMobile app. 100% of all parking proceeds directly benefits the betterment of the Bucks County Playhouse.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(267) 740-2691 ext. 2
Website
http://www.stellanewhope.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Keith Bernstein
Private party facilities
Stella is located next to the historic Bucks County Playhouse in downtown New Hope. Stella's ballroom can accommodate corporate events, bar mitzvah parties and even wedding receptions. The space features floor to ceiling windows that overlook the Delaware River and is the perfect venue for your next event! Hardwood floors, tasteful fixtures, and a thoughtful design that allows flexible use ensure that every private event maintains the highest standards of quality, style, and grace. Stella’s understated elegance and customized, professional service create the perfect event.

Location
50 S Main St, New Hope, PA 18938-1344
Neighborhood
New Hope
Cross street
Ferry Street
Parking details
Parking in New Hope can be hard to come by! There is a parking lot in front of the building that is owned & operated by the Bucks County Playhouse. Parking is accessible via valet parking or metered parking, depending on the time of day. All proceeds collected by parking go to support the non-profit Bucks County Playhouse.
Public transit
The parking lot located in front of Stella is owned and operated by the Bucks County Playhouse. Stella cannot validate parking. When valet is present the cost to park is $30. When valet is not available, spaces are metered and paid for via the ParkMobile app. 100% of all parking proceeds directly benefits the betterment of the Bucks County Playhouse.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Ring in the New Year @ Stella!
$165.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
We will be offering a mouth-watering Chef's Tasting Menu, to celebrate the end of another great year! The Chef's Tasting Menu will include 3 savory courses and will end with a dessert platter to share! We will offer a Wine Tasting, in addition to our full bar. Back by popular demand, we will be hosting the Elegance Quartet! We will only be offering the Chef's Tasting Menu that evening. Beverages, tax, and gratuity are not included in the tasting menu pricing. $165 per person- food & entertainment Please be considerate of our other guests. Parties of 2 may be seated for 2 hours. Parties of 3-4 may be seated for 2 hours 30 minutes. Parties of 5-6 may be seated for 2 hours 45 minutes. Parties of 7 or more may be seated for 3 hours.

Popular dishes

OYSTERS ON THE HALF
seasonal granita, mignonette, house-made cocktail sauce
LOCAL APPLE & GOUDA SALAD$15.00
honeycrisp apples, beemster gouda, frisée & local arugula, pecans, cider vinaigrette
BEET & BURRATA SALAD$15.00
roasted beets, pistachio pesto, citrus & balsamic glazed carrots, frisée, hazelnut oil, alderwod smoked sea salt
BRUSSELS SPROUTS$14.00
white miso & sake glaze, pomegranate seeds, truffle salt
BUTTERMILK FRIED SHRIMP$18.00
castle valley mill stone ground grits, fermented fresno chile, brown butter sabayon
BEEF TARTARE$18.00
roasted bone marrow, capers, mustard seed, pickled pearl onions, fingerling potato chips
PARISIAN GNOCCHI$18.00
stilton blue & fig jam sauce, asian pears, toasted walnuts, crispy prosciutto
SPAGHETTI PIE$16.00
spinach & basil cream, ricotta, mascarpone, pecorino, black truffle-mushroom emulsion

Second Course

WHOLE GRAIN CASARECCE PASTA $28.00
wild mushroom ragout, wild mushroom broth, caramelized cabbage, asparagus, ricotta salata
MOLE SPICE ROASTED BABY SQUASH & ZUCCHINI $28.00
sweet corn arepa, roasted tomato salsa roja, pepita pesto, chevre filled squash blossom, cotija cheese
PAN ROASTED DAY BOAT SEA SCALLOPS $41.00
curried cauliflower, beluga lentils, purple cauliflower, cilantro-macadamia nut pesto, pickled golden raisins
PAN SEARED DORADE$40.00
orange-honey roasted butternut squash & beets, crispy quinoa, lemongrass velouté
JAIL ISLAND SALMON$36.00
coconut curried black jasmine rice, shrimp, stir-fried english & sugar snap peas, ninja radish, yuzu aioli
ROASTED LOCAL CHICKEN$34.00
white truffle & brioche stuffing, whipped yukon gold potatoes, brussels sprouts, maitake mushrooms, hazelnut vinaigrette, chicken jus
BERKSHIRE PORK CHOP$38.00
black-eyed pea stew, collard greens kimchi, sugar snap pea relish, ‘nduja butter
BRAISED TOMAHAWK SHORT RIB$55.00
red wine, pearl onions, mushrooms, panchetta, pommes puree
NY STRIP STEAK$60.00
béarnaise butter, braised beef short rib tator tots, peppery greens salad, lemon-parmesan vinaigrette, king mushroom, bordelaise

Beverages

Cocktails

Orchid Beach$17.00
vodka, grapefruit, rosemary & honey, citrus
Delirium Trigger$17.00
tequila, pierre ferrand dry curaçao, ‘bitter truth’ pimento dram, anise
Stella Spritz$17.00
cranberry vodka, apple cider, amaro, sparkling wine
Revision Zero$17.00
cognac, cacao, spring herbal syrup, bitters
Back Pocket Dogma$17.00
rye, applejack, sherry, orange-cardamom, bitters

Wine

Sparkling

Glera, Maschio, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy, NV$15.00
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Piper Sonoma, Brut Rose, Sonoma, CA, NV$17.00

White

Pinot Grigio, Prendina, Lombardy, Italy, '20$15.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Long Meadow Ranch, Napa Valley, CA, '20$18.00
Chardonnay, Domaine de Cabrials, Languedoc-Roussilon, France, '20$16.00
Riesling, Cave Spring, Ontario, Canada, '19$16.00
Vermentino, Aia Vecchia, Tuscany, Italy, '21$17.00

Red

Zinfandel, Terra d'Oro, Sierra Nevada, CA, '18$17.00
Pinot Noir, Iris Vineyards, Willamette Valley, OR, '20$18.00
Red Blend, Quinta do Crasto, Douro, Portugal, '16$18.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Vinum Cellers 'The Insider', Paso Robles, CA, '17$17.00
Sangiovese Blend, Due Figlie, Tuscany, Italy, '16$16.00

Beer

Draft

Stella Artois 4.8% ABV Belgium, Pilsner$9.00
Allagash White 5.2% ABV Portland, ME, Belgian-Style Wheat$10.00
Maine Beer Co. 'Lunch IPA' 7% ABV, Freeport, ME, IPA$12.00
Tröegs Mad Elf 11% ABV, Hershey, PA, Holiday Ale$12.00
Yards Philadelphia Pale Ale 4.6% ABV, Philadelphia, PA, Pale Ale$9.00
1911 Black Cherry Cider 7.7% ABV, Lafayette, NY, Hard Cider$10.00
Guinness, 4.2% ABV, Ireland, Nitro Stout$10.00

Bottle / Can

Michelob Ultra 4.2% ABV, MO, Pale Lager$7.00
Corona 4.6% ABV, Mexico, Mexican Lager$7.00
Brooklyn Lager 5.2% ABV, NY, American Amber Lager$7.00
Magic Hat #9, 5.1% ABV, NY, Fruit & Field Beer$8.00
Vault Brewing '5 Cees' 6.4% ABV, PA, IPA$10.00
Yards Philthy IPA 6.5% ABV, PA, Hazy IPA$8.00
La Fin du Monde 9% ABV, Canada, Tripel$12.00
Boulevard Tank 7, 8.5% ABV, MO, Saison$10.00
Press-Seasonal 4.0% ABV, WI, Hard Seltzer$7.00

What 2,539 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

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Philadelphia County
Great for scenic views
Bucks County
Great for brunch
Bucks County
Healthy
Bucks County
Romantic
Bucks County
Great for scenic views
Bucks County
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nestled by the Delaware River, Stella offers a "beautiful setting" with "great food and service." Guests rave about its "amazing views" and "fantastic" outdoor seating. The menu includes standout dishes like scallops and Dorade, and the service is often highlighted as "outstanding." Ideal for special occasions, Stella leaves a memorable impression.

2,539 Reviews

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VickyW
VIP
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! We have gone to brunch but thought we would try dinner at Stella’s…..we had the Dorade Fish dish which was absolutely out of this world….a flavor explosion! Stella’s has become a New Hope Favorite!
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Jack
VIP
Philadelphia
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great find! Great food! In my request ask for window table and anniversary dinner! Not one mention of anniversary. Hostess sat us along a wall at a four top! There was a four top by the window no one sat there till over an hour! Sat two women there and a meeting of four people behind us and that was all we heard was them talking!
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Tamara
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience- great food, service and atmosphere.
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Eliver
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was pristine and atmosphere was so Christmassy
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Chris
New York City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was fantastic ! The corn bread was out of this world!
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donato
New York City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Stellas was a nice restaurant. The staff was excellent, and the food (choices appetizers 8, dinner 8, dessers 3), limited, but very good. Farm to table and fresh. The oysters were excellent. The booth seating is private. Just avoid the last booth; it's next to the bar service.
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Alyssa
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Obsessed and need to come back! We went during December and it was beautifully decorated and looked so cozy and inviting. Went for brunch and the food/drinks were incredible. Will definitely be back!
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CraigF
VIP
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
daughter's 16th birthday
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Barbara
VIP
New York City
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent! Catered to all our needs. Menu had a nice array of choices. Great place to go after the Bucks County Playhouse.
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Amber
Pittsburgh
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The food was overpriced and unimpressive. Small entree portions and undercooked sides. Overpriced drinks
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FAQs

Stella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (267) 740-2691 ext. 2.

Stella is rated 4.7 stars by 2539 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

50 S Main St, New Hope, PA 18938-1344

Additional information

Cross street
Ferry Street
Neighborhood
New Hope
Hours of operation
Brunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking in New Hope can be hard to come by! There is a parking lot in front of the building that is owned & operated by the Bucks County Playhouse. Parking is accessible via valet parking or metered parking, depending on the time of day. All proceeds collected by parking go to support the non-profit Bucks County Playhouse.
Public transit
The parking lot located in front of Stella is owned and operated by the Bucks County Playhouse. Stella cannot validate parking. When valet is present the cost to park is $30. When valet is not available, spaces are metered and paid for via the ParkMobile app. 100% of all parking proceeds directly benefits the betterment of the Bucks County Playhouse.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Keith Bernstein
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.stellanewhope.com/
Phone number
(267) 740-2691 ext. 2
Private party facilities
Stella is located next to the historic Bucks County Playhouse in downtown New Hope. Stella's ballroom can accommodate corporate events, bar mitzvah parties and even wedding receptions. The space features floor to ceiling windows that overlook the Delaware River and is the perfect venue for your next event! Hardwood floors, tasteful fixtures, and a thoughtful design that allows flexible use ensure that every private event maintains the highest standards of quality, style, and grace. Stella’s understated elegance and customized, professional service create the perfect event.

Featured in

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Stella

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

A Guide to the Best Date Spots in Philadelphia & New Jersey

Ring in the New Year @ Stella!

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

BEET & BURRATA SALAD

PARISIAN GNOCCHI

To Start

STELLA BREAD BASKET$14.00

First Course

OYSTERS ON THE HALF

LOCAL APPLE & GOUDA SALAD$15.00

BEET & BURRATA SALAD$15.00

BRUSSELS SPROUTS$14.00

BUTTERMILK FRIED SHRIMP$18.00

BEEF TARTARE$18.00

PARISIAN GNOCCHI$18.00

SPAGHETTI PIE$16.00

Second Course

WHOLE GRAIN CASARECCE PASTA $28.00

MOLE SPICE ROASTED BABY SQUASH & ZUCCHINI $28.00

PAN ROASTED DAY BOAT SEA SCALLOPS $41.00

PAN SEARED DORADE$40.00

JAIL ISLAND SALMON$36.00

ROASTED LOCAL CHICKEN$34.00

BERKSHIRE PORK CHOP$38.00

BRAISED TOMAHAWK SHORT RIB$55.00

NY STRIP STEAK$60.00

Beverages

Cocktails

Orchid Beach$17.00

Delirium Trigger$17.00

Stella Spritz$17.00

Revision Zero$17.00

Back Pocket Dogma$17.00

Wine

Sparkling

Glera, Maschio, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy, NV$15.00

Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Piper Sonoma, Brut Rose, Sonoma, CA, NV$17.00

White

Pinot Grigio, Prendina, Lombardy, Italy, '20$15.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Long Meadow Ranch, Napa Valley, CA, '20$18.00

Chardonnay, Domaine de Cabrials, Languedoc-Roussilon, France, '20$16.00

Riesling, Cave Spring, Ontario, Canada, '19$16.00

Vermentino, Aia Vecchia, Tuscany, Italy, '21$17.00

Red

Zinfandel, Terra d'Oro, Sierra Nevada, CA, '18$17.00

Pinot Noir, Iris Vineyards, Willamette Valley, OR, '20$18.00

Red Blend, Quinta do Crasto, Douro, Portugal, '16$18.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Vinum Cellers 'The Insider', Paso Robles, CA, '17$17.00

Sangiovese Blend, Due Figlie, Tuscany, Italy, '16$16.00

Beer

Draft

Stella Artois 4.8% ABV Belgium, Pilsner$9.00

Allagash White 5.2% ABV Portland, ME, Belgian-Style Wheat$10.00

Maine Beer Co. 'Lunch IPA' 7% ABV, Freeport, ME, IPA$12.00

Tröegs Mad Elf 11% ABV, Hershey, PA, Holiday Ale$12.00

Yards Philadelphia Pale Ale 4.6% ABV, Philadelphia, PA, Pale Ale$9.00

1911 Black Cherry Cider 7.7% ABV, Lafayette, NY, Hard Cider$10.00

Guinness, 4.2% ABV, Ireland, Nitro Stout$10.00

Bottle / Can

Michelob Ultra 4.2% ABV, MO, Pale Lager$7.00

Corona 4.6% ABV, Mexico, Mexican Lager$7.00

Brooklyn Lager 5.2% ABV, NY, American Amber Lager$7.00

Magic Hat #9, 5.1% ABV, NY, Fruit & Field Beer$8.00

Vault Brewing '5 Cees' 6.4% ABV, PA, IPA$10.00

Yards Philthy IPA 6.5% ABV, PA, Hazy IPA$8.00

La Fin du Monde 9% ABV, Canada, Tripel$12.00

Boulevard Tank 7, 8.5% ABV, MO, Saison$10.00

Press-Seasonal 4.0% ABV, WI, Hard Seltzer$7.00

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