On a Sunday morning we arrived around 11 and there was a 30 minute wait. I will comment if you get here later there's an hour wait so the earlier the better. We were sat by the window bar and it was fine. The service was nice and got us in and out in a timely manner. I ordered the baked potato omelette and it was so good. The potatoes were very crispy and the homemade biscuit was great. The chocolate chip pancake was fluffy but the bottoms were a little tough. Overall it was very delicious read more

Bittersweet Kitchen - Pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

Came here with my boyfriend for brunch on a Saturday, he lives nearby. The wait was a totally reasonable 15 minutes! The overall experience was great, with cute indoor and outdoor seating and kind workers. We got the French Toast BLT and the Grilled Cheese Combo. Both were fantastic and miles above average, and I've been to a lot of brunch places. We WILL be returning and this will be our go-to spot going forward. This is not your average brunch food. French Toast BLT was the ultimate meal for sweet and savory lovers, with maple syrup on the side for dipping. I got it with an over easy fried egg per the recommendation of another Yelper; amazing addition! It's also a huge portion, you will have enough to save for later. Highly recommend! The Grilled Cheese Combo is an amazing comfort food meal that will make you want a nap after. Pesto grilled cheese with nicely spiced tomato soup for dipping! My boyfriend couldn't finish it. We shared and I loved it as well! Could see myself ordering both our meals again in the future. Definitely check this place out for brunch if you're in the area! read more

Bittersweet Kitchen - Remnants of French Toast BLT and Grilled Cheese Combo, which we demolished! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

It was a busy morning due to a power outage in town. I was offered a seat at the window ledge but declined (bad knees). I was then offered a table if I was willing to wait. Seated 15 minutes later. Barely acknowledged. But order taken promptly. Food delivered swiftly. No coffee refill, no water refill, no asking if my meal was tasty? It was. Though more like chicken flautas, then enchiladas. And was given change for a $20 in fives. I could tip $2 or leave $5 for an $18 bill. Normally, I'm a good tipper but there was barely any service. That said, it's clearly normally a friendly place. There were plenty of regulars. I clearly was here on an off day. I love the kid's toys. And I have dined outside where it's not so loud. And had better service. read more

Bittersweet Kitchen - Breakfast "enchiladas" were more like chicken flautas with an egg on top. Very tasty. And filling. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

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Super cozy! Great service! Food was delicious! Very accommodating and can't wait to go back!

Came here on a Saturday around 9am and were lucky to be seated right away. The place is cozy and the staff were friendly. Service was quick too and the food was delicious (our group got the spinach, mushroom and feta omelette and stuffed French toast). Everything was freshly made, would definitely recommend this spot. read more

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Bittersweet Kitchen might have a wait, but it's worth the wait. And that comes from 4 hungry runners after the Philly Half Marathon. We found that the servers and restaurant owner/manager were both extremely kind and attentive, and while waiting, we enjoyed the interior decor. The restaurant itself is slightly small, but it makes up for that space with its bubbly atmosphere and homey interior decor. I liked that peaceful dining experience I ordered an omelet with a side salad and biscuit and found the food to be hot, filling, and not-too-greasy. As a girl who lives in the South, I'm used to my brunch being way too heavy, but Bittersweet Kitchen hit the balance just right. My friends who ordered the huevos ranchos, the tomato soup, and the spinach omelet also agreed with me. We also split an order of the pumpkin donut holes for the table, which were delicious and not too sweet! Next time I am in Media, I will definitely pop back into Bittersweet Kitchen for the great service, ambiance, and delicious food. read more

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This was my first time at Bittersweet Kitchen, and I had high hopes. Maybe I went on an off day, but my buttermilk pancakes tasted like that stuff you used in preschool. I think it was called Mod Podge. I prefer light, fluffy, flavorful, and fresh pancakes. The bacon was tasty, although not even close to hot. I did tell the waitress that the pancakes were underwhelming so she took them off my bill. I purchased a blueberry scone and that also had no flavor and was the softest scone I've ever had. I'm passing, but everyone else in the restaurant seemed happy with their food. read more

Bittersweet Kitchen - Blueberry scone - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

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We've been coming here for years now and it's the first time that we were actually disappointed. We came in today (3/22 Sunday) and kind of expected to be waiting for a table, but that was fine. There was just a lot of waiting in between, I was kind of confused because we usually come during a weekend, and would have no complaints. Even if we sat down first, the server served the other 2 couples beside us first (which I thought was weird?). We ended up having to wait for around 30min to be served and to wait for our food. In the end, I did ask another server to follow up on our food, and she said it was taking a longer time because of the steak. But when the steak and eggs came out a few minutes later, it was cold. At that point, I didn't even want to complain anymore because then i'd wait for another 30min (probably). It was just a weird and disappointing experience. My husband enjoyed his warm pancakes though, which was nice. read more

Amazing food and great service in a small well decorated breakfast & lunch cafe in Media right by the Courthouse. Definitely gets crowded and you will probably wait for a table but well worth it. Homemade food made with great care and some unique choices. Good menu and has specials as well. Staff is very attentive. Prices are a bit high but not bad when you account for the food quality and portions. read more

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Great lil spot! Shotgun review: - Good coffee - Friendly service - Quick experience* - Tasty, imaginative food** - Plenty of gluten-free options - Nice bar/window seats with street views *We went on a Wednesday morning at around 10 AM. I bet it's much, much busier on the weekends. **I couldn't decide between a sweet or savory experience, & when the server suggested that I could do both, I was delighted. I tried their French toast BLT on gluten-free bread & I'm very glad I did. As promised, it was both sweet & savory. Totally delicious & very filling! read more

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Food is original and amazing ! Service is friendly. Coffee is yummy. A very special place.

Really good food and a cozy atmosphere, would go back. Went there with friends this weekend for brunch. Ample street parking available (app required). Easy to park and walk over. No waiting area since it's a small restaurant. They call your cell once a table is ready. Some outside seating if you want to use that, it got windy. Simple menu for brunch, they do have some omelette specials which our server walked through for us. I went with blueberry pancakes, they were huge! Delicious with lots of blueberries and with a side of syrup. I could only finish half of one of my two pancakes and took the rest home. My friends went with the bittersweet breakfast and added bacon, it came with a lot. Very good. It can get loud when packed. Price was reasonable. Would go back to try more of their menu. read more

This is one of my favorite places to go for breakfast/brunch in media. It's so cute. The staff is friendly and the food is delicious! The only thing I would add is I wish they had lattes & cappuccinos... but you can still get a good cup of coffee and a new selection of teas. read more

Had a late breakfast ...we both had omelets... I had theb day's special Denver & was delicious!! My friend had arugula..caramelized onions..cheese ..she loved it The biscuits & cornbread are awesome..potatoes great crunch to !! Service was friendly & helpful.on the teas available.... I will be back read more

Bittersweet Kitchen - DENVER OMELET - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

Great food awesome service quaint atmosphere highly recommend love that the menu changes

This is a cute spot in Media for breakfast and lunch. There's street parking. There's indoor and outdoor seating. It smells delicious in there. We tried the Bittersweet Kitchen eggs and Avocado Toast. Everything was delicious. They have Coke products. read more

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This place is worth the hype. Everything tasted amazing, even my picky friends were impressed. The wait staff were friendly and everything came at a reasonable time, considering how busy they were. I'll definitely be back! read more

Bittersweet Kitchen - Southern pile up with a side of scrapple - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

Delicious food! Bittersweet breakfast hit the spot. Great service and my coffee was free because I was on jury duty. read more

Very much enjoyed this little restaurant. Showed up on a whim caught between breakfast and lunch. With an array of breakfast, brunch and lunch offerings there are plenty of choices. There are no reservations, and not surprisingly, the place was packed, inside and outside beneath the red/orange canopy umbrellas. The host is a pro, maintaining a wait list and calling those as their table comes ready. It's tight, inside and out. Diners, walkers, parked and parking cars, dogs, kids. The tuna melt, open faced with provolone and tomato over marble rye is delicious and complimented by home fried potatoes. The turkey burger is also a hit. Somehow kept juicy and well cooked without being dry. read more

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This was my first time visiting Bittersweet but it will not be my last. From the beginning, you're greeted with kindness, there was about a 15-20 min wait, we arrived at 11:20am on a Saturday. Inside was packed so we asked to sit outside, it was a little chilly but I preferred the space to enjoy my meal. I ordered the steak and eggs, absolutely delicious. It was served with breakfast potatoes (the best, they are fried and crispy), a biscuit (I swapped the original biscuit for the bacon and cheese, soo good) and a side salad. The steak was wonderful and the eggs were nicely made. The entire meal was one of the best brunch meals I've had. The bacon and Cheddar biscuit was so good, please get it. My cousin got the special, a cheesesteak omelet and she loved it, so cheesy and the steak was cooked perfectly. Expect a wait but enjoy the delicious food. read more

A great little gem in Media. Service is very good and the homemade biscuits are fantastic! read more

Food and service was great, and on street parking was convenient to the restaurant's location.

I went a few weeks ago and got the pesto grilled cheese with tomato soup and it was amazing. I want to go back just to get it again! Everyone was so friendly and we had great seating by the window. Awesome spot in media for brunch read more

Bittersweet Kitchen - Grilled Cheese, Potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

We waited leads thank 20 mins for out table by the windows. Made the crème brûlée pancakes with theirveggie omelette . 2 cups for Joe. What is delight! What delicious fresh food. Service was good!! read more

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Cute cafe with exceptional service and good coffee. I adore their pancakes with real maple syrup which are fluffy and taste yummy. read more

My review's are a based on: Presentation, Taste, Service, Ambiance. I came in with 3 guests on a sunday morning in the middle of July and the orders are under the pictures. Presentation - The presentation is what you would expect of a small, local brunch restaurant but they were missing a proper host stand/host in order to manage the influx of people coming in. From my observation it was just a person that was standing in the front of the restaurant with a piece of paper and cardboard and was just calling people from their personal phone to notify them that a table has opened. The plate presentation was what you would have expected from a restaurant like this and had no complaints. Taste - My guests and I thought the food was very run-of-the-mill and was good but did not leave a lasting impression. Perhaps adding a hollandaise or some sort of sauce to compliment the food would have raised my impression of it. Service - Our waitress was young and I imagine our experience was due to a lack of experience on her part. She was very kind but waited more than 10 minutes before greeting us initially, and our food did not come out for another 30-40 minutes. Granted, the place was busy but she did not come to our table until I flagged her down about 20 minutes in to ask if our food was coming soon. Ambience - I would say they were successful in creating an ambience that matched their "local, small breakfast spot" goal. I think there should be some sort of divider (maybe glass) between the kitchen and the tables adjacent to it to create a barrier between the two areas and a more pleasant experience. I think the open kitchen was a nice touch but some more spacing is needed. Overall, the experience was average and there were some improvements that could be made but it was enjoyable. I would not recommend big parties for this space as it is too cramped and I would recommend two to four people max. I also think the prices were fair for the experience. read more

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I was visiting Media to meet up with a friend for breakfast! She told me this was her go-to place to get brunch so I was really excited to try it out. IT WAS AMAZING AND I CAN'T WAIT TO GO BACK! I wish I lived closer to it!! I got the Southern Pileup dish! If you are hungry and like chipped beef, I would HIGHLY recommend getting this dish. It featured a buttermilk biscuit, topped with over-easy eggs, and cheese, and smothered with what they called "sausage gravy" with a side of breakfast potatoes! This was a great portion size, definitely on the bigger side. I have never had chipped beef before, so this was an excellent first try! The homemade fries were absolutely delicious and CRUNCHY! The homemade biscuit was the perfect thickness level, still fluffy texture, and buttery taste. My friend, who is from the area, got her favorite Crème Brûlée Pancakes. These looked soooo yummy and had an amazing burnt sugar crunchy top with delicious vanilla pastry creme in between the cakes. This is a very quaint spot and I look forward to coming back to try their more unique breakfast selection. ONE tip though, walk in early and get on the waitlist! Then take your time walking around the town while you wait for your table to be ready! My friend said there is always a wait on the weekends! read more

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Had high expectations after reading the reviews. Cute little place. We were greeted and treated warmly throughout the meal. Wife got the blueberry pancakes and ordered a biscuit to try. I ordered a special which was spinach, tomato and feta omelette. I also ordered a side of housemade sausage. So the good: the biscuits were very good and should be tried because they are unique. The home fries were also good. Things that fell short: the pancakes were thick and dense and not much taste on their own. The omelette could have used more feta as it was hard to taste it. Without the briney feta flavor the omelette was bland. The housemade sausage was overcooked and dry. Had a bunch of herbs in it yet I did not find it tasty at all. Could not eat it read more

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This was a good find while in the burbs to celebrate a birthday brunch. A super small spot off of the popular Main Street in media adjacent to the court house. We happened on this spot based on reviews . It's a popular weekend spot Judging by the 30-45 min wait. We walked around media to pass the time. It's a small space with only minimal seating and additional window stool seating. The menu eclectic with classic breakfast with a fun twist. They have a bunch of breakfast specials too that make the menu even better. We started with fried pickles and the apple fritters because why not.... There were four of us two of us ordered the southern pileup which was a fresh baked biscuit with sausage gravy and breakfast potatoes. This was very good hot and savory dish. Generous portion and filling. One ordered the French toast BLT which was an enormous sandwich served on Texas sized French toast with good quality bacon. One ordered the special scrapple omelet. We added on a toasted corn muffin which was served with the best pepper jelly. Don't sleep on this spot it's a solid choice for a good breakfast whether you want classic or elevated breakfast. All in 113.00 including gratuity . This is pretty good for breakfast considering we had two starters. The ambiance is the reason for 4 stars . Could use some brightening. Service and food were good we will have to add this to the rotation . read more

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I went during the week before work so it was not crowded it all. I am glad i looked up Breakfast close to my work. What a hidden gem. I had the Jelly Donut French toast special. It was AMAZING. 2 pieces of Challah bread dipped in french toast batter with a strawberry preserve sandwiched in the middle. Then it was fried and dusted with sugar. It was one of the best breakfasts! I can't wait to go back with friends during the weekend to explore more of the menu. Staff and coffee were great! Reasonably priced! read more

Bittersweet Kitchen - Jelly Donut French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

The brunch is amazing here. I got a Grilled Cheese Combo -- so good. My girlfriend got a French Toast BLT -- very flavorful. The staff is friendly. We got seated fast on a Saturday and food came out relatively quick! read more

4.5 stars rounded up. No frills but really solidly yummy neighborhood brunch spot. The Bittersweet Breakfast is exactly what I always want: eggs, added bacon, perfectly crisp and airy potatoes (surprised at how good they were!), and a biscuit with honey butter, the perfect mix of sweet and savory. My husband tried their Western omelette and it was pretty good. The carbs seem to be where they shine, though, because the cornbread with apricot jam was delicious and we also liked their blueberry fritters with lemon ricotta sauce. There are a few outdoor tables, otherwise it seemed a bit packed inside. Service was relatively quick and friendly. Would definitely go back! read more

Yes it was wonderful breakfast Omelette was cooked just perfect plenty of cheese and spinach.zi never had Cheese and spinach omelette I will again my company loved her pancakes She gave me a taste and they where light and fluffy great choose . I will try next time.I would like too go back when they serve Dinner The breakfast was wonderful.I order bacon well done not burnt it was cooked just right. Can't say enough about help where kind and very good. read more

The food in the service was excellent good homemade kitchen food with a twist atmosphere solid cramp and noisy for breakfast, but not social gatherings and lunch read more

I went there for breakfast a few times and it was great BUT now I'm getting their pizza on pizza night and it's awesome gourmet custom pizza that you cant get any better , it's a fork and knife deep dish two slices and your full ! The toppings are fresh and great selection . There is always a special that's creative and delicious. Try something different. You may like it or you may love it. read more

Bittersweet Kitchen - Pizza - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

Their breakfast/brunch is delicious and absolutely always a win, but people! PEOPLE! I beg of you, do not sleep on their pizza! Or do, it'll leave more for me. read more

Handily five stars. Amazing brunch, great service, nice location. Homey, cozy, very casual venue with fresh and tasty faire. The quality more than makes up for the wait. Bittersweet takes no reservations. In our case, we came early and our wait was less than 10 minutes. And a salient feature of the restaurant is that they are open on Mondays, a day when most eating establishments are closed The portions are large enough for two. I had their avocado toast that came with roasted potatoes. The thick toasts are spread with avocado, covered with bacon and topped with two sunny side eggs. Delicious. Their cheddar grits are to die for. All of it washed down with really good coffee. Superb everything. read more

Recently visited Bittersweet Kitchen with friends for brunch, and it was amazing! Delicious food, great atmosphere, and friendly staff. Highly recommend it! read more

One of my favorite spots for breakfast in Media for sure. We came at 8:45ish on Sunday for a party of two and got right in. There is typically a wait at this place so if more than two people are in your party, I'd be a little prepared to wait. The dining area is small, and tight. They added some outdoor tables, but only a few. Every table was packed when we were seated. We were seated in a little corner built in booth which I actually preferred over an actual table because the tables are right in the middle of the restaurant which gets crowded. Our booth was at least off to the side, however we were still pretty on top of the people next to us but it is what it is. There were a ton of little kids the day we went so it was so loud it was a bit overstimulating. The food and service is what will keep me coming back. Their scratch made biscuits are just so delicious. The bottom of the biscuit has a nice little crisp to it but is by no means burnt, while they top and mid section is fluffy and pillow like. I got a side of strawberry jam to have with mine which was perfect. As my entree I ordered an omelette which was on the specials for the day that had tomato, mozzarella, and basil. They fold it up in a cute little square which I thought was a fun presentation. Everything in the omelette tasted very fresh and the eggs were not overcooked, however it needed salt for sure. The potatoes that came with the omelette were so well seasoned! My wife just got the standard breakfast platter with over easy eggs that were cooked perfectly. Service was great at checking in on us despite how busy they were! read more

Bittersweet Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

Delicious food!! Well worth the wait, plus the service was awesome :) The menu had such a great variety, and everything we tried came out fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. You can tell the staff really cares about making sure guests enjoy their experience. Even though it was busy, our server was super friendly and attentive, always checking in without being overbearing. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, making it a place I'd happily recommend to friends and definitely return to again soon! read more