If you look closely, you will see the small sign beckoning you behind the Barley Mow and up the…read morestair to The Light In The Attic. As you enter the small room it feels like you stepped into a hidden library. We were lucky enough to be seated in the loft with a view of the downstairs. Or server was very friendly and offered many great suggestions. Try the carrots! IYKYK Cocktails were unique and delicious. Food was just as exciting on the pallet. Portions were perfectly sized. All in all, an excellent dining option. Prices are high, but for a special occasion, worth it.

Tucked above my longtime favorite The Barley Mow sits the hidden gem Light in the Attic and during…read moreRestaurant Week, it absolutely delivered. Finding your way upstairs adds to the speakeasy-style charm. The reception area alone sets the vibe: playful, stylish, and full of photo-worthy moments before you even sit down. It feels like you've discovered something not everyone knows about. We went with the small plate prix fixe menu (three courses), and each dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and -- most importantly -- delicious. Every course left us wanting just a little more, which is exactly how a tasting-style experience should feel. Nothing felt rushed, and the pacing of the food was on point. Cocktails were also excellent, creative, well-balanced, and fitting for the ambiance. The only hiccup of the night was drink service being a bit slow. Not a dealbreaker by any means, but noticeable. Overall, a great Restaurant Week experience in a space that feels both intimate and fun. I'll absolutely be back to explore the full menu soon.

I was debating between 3 and 4 stars because it was definitely a 3.5-star experience but that's not…read morean option. Service was great. Ambiance is lovely--great decor, comfortable seating, a gorgeous bar, and live music. Fun cocktails and a solid wine list (though the "by the glass" options are a bit limited). Ultimately, though, I think the ambiance and service are doing the heaviest lifting here--it's a bit of a "vibe dining" spot. The food is definitely good, don't get me wrong...but it's not "wow," which was a little disappointing given that you're gonna be spending $$$$. (Most entrees are $30+ and they're pretty standard fare that's not especially inventive--steaks, a few pastas, obligatory short rib dish, elevated burgers, salmon.) We liked everything just fine but I didn't taste a dish that made me go "oh man, I gotta come back for that." Instead I'm thinking "maybe I should try something else next time I'm in." I do like that your entree comes with a salad. The physical menu itself could also use some work, as its quality doesn't match the care and luxury atmosphere of the place overall. Numerous misspellings and a lack of specificity on ingredients in several of the dishes that leave the diner unclear on what, exactly, they're getting. For example, there's an entree that's described simply as "grilled chicken breast served with rosemary potato wedges and grilled zucchini." Are there spices or sauces on that chicken? Are we talking just plain salt/pep? Herbs? What? Anyway, it's fine. It's a solid date night option. We'll be back.

Another awesome meal I try something new every time I come…read morehere and always has been delicious and awesome Tonight Started off ( again) with the stuffed mushrooms Mushrooms filled with a savory blend of Italian sausage. I had the Chicken Parm and it was amazing : classic Italian favorite. Crispy chicken breast topped with their house made marinara sauce and fresh pasta. The portions were large ( I had to bring some home) I also had two Pumpkin Martini's.... My favorite U gotta try this place to appreciate it

Very nice, cozy bar. Super friendly staff and reasonably priced drinks. Everything we tried was…read moresooooo tasty. The place is decorated sooo cute! We had such a great time there. Excellent service and quality drinks! 10/10!

I'm no stranger to cocktail bars, so this is right up my alley! They had awesome seasonal cocktails…read more(and a good selection of beers), in addition to selling the alcohols they made drinks with (locally made!). I love a local feeling bar, and this really hit the spot. Servers were amazing and very knowledgeable, in addition to the place feeling very cozy and intimate--it may be hard to get seating on a busy night, FYI! Three of us got cocktails (all very balanced and super delicious), and one of us got a local beer. Honestly, I wish I had this near me! The cocktails are what you'd expect to pay at a cocktail place ($11-15), but they were all worth it! If you're ever in West Reading on the Avenue, you should really check out the Bar Cart! It's a must visit.

The food was absolutely delicious. I had the pierogi appetizer and truffle fries on the side…read more Absolutely filled with delicious flavors. The ambiance was also very nice . Very open and inviting, although it was a mild temp day and the heat was on, making it a little uncomfortable. The service on the other hand was sadly not good. Our server, Ana seemed like she was a bit intoxicated while my party was there. She was glassy eyed, face flushed, slurring a little and was not focusing or remembering things well. She initially had put in and brought me Brussels sprouts instead of truffle fries. She was speaking to us very awkwardly, and lingering and giving some people in our party weird looks and responses. I'm not sure what all was going on. We enjoyed ourselves and had a great conversation, and enjoyed the food. Unfortunately though, the service was not good at all. We had very long waits for our water at the beginning of the outing, let alone for the drinks we ordered from the bar. One of the beers that was ordered was also very flat.

I came here Friday night with my daughter, and the atmosphere and the food were delicious. For an…read moreappatiser, we got the tempura-battered cauliflower florets, sweet & spicy soy glaze, and the Local Pierogi potato & cheese, sage and onion brown butter, parmesan. For dinner, we got the Billionaire Smash (2) 4 ounce local waygu beef patties, truffle aioli, bacon onion jam, smoked cheddar, romaine, tomato, onion, and the Stuffed Gnocchi truffle pesto alfredo sauce. The entire meal with 4 alcoholic beverages was around $100.00. Great price! I wish we lived closer. Forgot to mention our server, she was very nice as well.

Went here off of a promotion with Resy. The ambiance is akin to a bar or a brewery: not quiet, and…read moremostly high-top tables. Service was really good. Our server was very attentive and made sure she checked in quite a bit. The food tasted pretty good, though the prices are astronomically high for what you get: Cajun pasta: My wife had this, it had four shrimp in it, and it was over $30. Burger: My son had this, and it was $22. Braised short rib pizza: This was good, though the crust could have cooked a little bit longer. For three people, the total bill was $130. I'm not sure that I would go here again due to the pricing.

Our server Nicholas was attentive and amazing. The food is delicious & as well as the drinks. Wish…read morethey had more speciality drinks available to choose from. Place is set in a historical industrial area and great parking lot for the restaurant. 100% recommend.

Had another great experience w/ a few setbacks. I miss the bread basket. The rolls are fine, but…read morethe former basket of varietals was special. Also, what happened to the Kona coffee rub ?? Was our absolute favorite & husband reported the steak was bland without it. On a positive, love they acquired a pastry chef. My to-go Coconut Cake was divine. The Ice Cream Affogato is brilliant in its simplicity! The Sautéed Mushrooms incredible! How much can you do w/ a mushroom ?? Ask the chef! Also, think they have the best Mac n Cheese (tho I do miss the fresh herb component). Still a favorite, but hoping some of the former glory is restored on my next visit!

Very underwhelming and overpriced. If we didn't have a $125 gift card to spend I would have been…read morevery upset. I got the scallops and they were overcooked, and the flavors of the rest that they came with was just a miss. I got a side of Parmesan risotto so I could eat something else with it and that was also underwhelming. I ordered the "peanut butter explosion" for dessert and there was no peanut butter in it. It was literally just chocolate. The description said chocolate mousse, topped with chocolate ganache, over a candy bar crust- so I expected maybe some peanut butter in the candy bar crust since the name was "peanut butter explosion" but nope, just more chocolate.

It was good. Very pricey but good. The service and the…read moreenvironment I don't think lends itself to the prices they are charging. Loud people at the bar right next to people eating. Was not crowded at all No bread to the table. They charge a credit card fee which is funny because my credit card is the reason I went there for a promo. I had the scallops and they were pretty good. Not much of a side on these. Wife had braised short rib and that was a good size portion and she enjoyed it. Would like to try the 2nd floor if we go here again.

I love hanging out upstairs at the bar. The drinks are great, the bartenders are social and…read moreattentive. The live bands are also a great time.

Small place, looks like a house in Puerto Rico! The owners were very attentive and sweet. We tried…read moreall the rum flavors they had on hand. Really good! If you're in the area & want to try some rum please stop by. They don't sell food only drinks, they also outdoor seating. Loved it!

From the owner: Casa W Distillery make the older rum style from Puerto Rico also known as Pitorro. read more

Nice spot for a drink and casual food. Service quick and attentive, even though our lone server for…read morelunch had many tables. Food was good, pretty standard gastropub food. Nice beers on tap. Looks like they have good specials and happy hour. Would stop again if in the area!

Went here on New Years Eve. Made a reservation early in the…read moreday. I Ordered an item they had on the menu. The waitress brought out a half portion size of what I ordered. The waitress had said they have ran out of the item. I was baffled as to why she would not tell me that prior to ordering or even once she found this out. And then I ordered a drink from the wine list. The drink was not what I ordered. I then placed an order my entrée only for the waitress to say they do not serve that I say three strikes and you're out! Could not wait to get out of there!

Recently moved to Pennsylvania and needed to find a way to meet people. The pillar was a nice,…read morerelaxing and friendly environment and the staff was cool, down to earth people! I went a little late on a busy night, so there was a bit of a wait but the staff was helpful and set me and some friends up on a hookah at the front while we waited! I was also stoked that they had soft pretzels, candy and refreshments, as well as chess and other games! It was a very unique and interesting place, that had some cool artwork and even a turtle! Very cool and is a nice way to meet people- highly recommended!

From the owner: Fine hookahs Delicious Coffee…read moreBig Yummy Muffins We try to create an atmosphere for passionate conversation. Our goal is to make our customers comfortable they are able to talk with each other instead of being drowned out with music or other distractions. We also try to provide excellent customer service that you won't be able to find elsewhere.