This was my third time at Matines. The first two were wonderful, which is why I suggested it to a…read morefriend for brunch. This time was a completely different experience -- (1) no waitress to take your order, all walk up, (2) the avocado on my sandwich tasted bitter likely caused by it being past ripe, (3) we were sat but given no water (which we ended up retrieving our selves), we brought our own wine & had to request an ice bucket & glasses 3 times (our sandwiches came out before we had anything to drink), (4) tables were covered with used dishes & then the dish/trash retrieval cart was pushed around & left next to our table, & (5) every server seemed bummed, like they didn't want to be there & didn't know how to be a server. It was shocking & I kept apologizing to my friend for bringing her & suggesting the spot. We were hoping for a super fun girls brunch but the vibes were giving struggle bus. Hoping this place can get back to where it was, but I won't be back to see.

Super cute cafe with very good food…read more Parking in the back is very easy. My husband got cold brew and I did the lavender yuzu mocktail, both were good. I ordered the Lafayette on a baguette and he ordered the Parisian. The sandwiches were massive and also came with salad, neither of us could finish. They were very very good. The bread was perfect. Service was slow but they were packed when we went. Everyone was very friendly. Would come again.

Needed a spot to do some work and get more charge in my laptop after lunch. I was recommended here…read moreby a friend. First off-- good working spaces! Upstairs is a bit hot b/c they opened up the windows, but at least it's fresh air. Downstairs is cooler and there's good seating in both areas with outlets and decent wi-fi. I ordered one of the specials-- strawberry lemonade with espresso. Honestly I'm more of a "I like my coffee poured over and black" kind of guy, but this really hit the spot this summer afternoon. Great specials menu, so I gotta come back to have the coffee in earnest! Service was prompt-- felt like a few people were getting trained up today, but things were still running pretty smoothly. Happy to come back for a focused work session when I'm back in the Radnor area.

First time visiting downtown Wayne. It's located right on Lancaster Ave. It was pretty crowded-…read moreboth with regard to finding seats and the que to get coffee. They have a glass shelf that contains a ton of interesting pastries. I ended up getting a hazelnut latte. I found it pretty tasty. The downstairs part of the cafe has a large window that shows a nice mural. The upstairs has a cozy couch to sit on and two large tables. I really enjoyed the menu wall that has how different speciality coffee drinks are made.

Immediate fail. If you offer a dish and don't have all of the components, then you need to tell the…read moreperson making the order. Then they can choose to order the dish lacking a key component or they can select something that can be prepared correctly. Sourdough with smoked salmon, tomatoes, cream cheese, red onion, and CAPERS is not the same dish without the salty briny capers. So, big fail. At almost $13 for a single slice of toast without the other items (and not enough smoked salmon to counteract the missing salty aspect) it's sad. On the upside, there were enough red onion chunks to have me breathing onions for several days. The specialty drink I ordered, which is a cold brew with an amaretto foam, was really good. It's a lot of ice and a medium sized drink, so you can gauge the value for the price. It wasn't cheap. I probably wouldn't do it again. But it did taste good. The environment is nice. Old train station, high ceilings, charming atmosphere. Old wood floors, old wood moldings, old ceiling. It does look like the windows have been replaced, but they kept the frames. The space has been upgraded while maintaining the charm. Kudos to the person who did it. Fun to see the trains speeding through the station. It's a great option for people waiting for trains or being picked up. One cold brew and one sourdough toast dish with a reasonable tip was over $21.

Imagine my surprise when I walked in expecting a station where I could purchase a regional rail…read moreticket. Well, it has been several years since I've taken what used to be the R5 into the city, and Wayne was usually one of the stops I departed from. However, the girls working were very sweet and helpful when I told them how long it's been, and they proceeded to let me know I could buy a ticket on the ride into town. Oh as for the actual cafe, they had a lot of good looking treats (especially a chocolate chip muffin) but I did hold back and went with a smaller hot cocoa with oat milk. This was less than $5 (still getting adjusted to reasonable prices outside of my current city), and it was very good! Seating was throughout the narrow space, from tables and chairs to an old-school station bench which I took advantage of while I savored my beverage. There was also a separate restroom for men and women. From the barren station it was, someone really took this space and gave it new life. I imagine it's packed during the early weekday commute, but when I visited, it was almost peaceful with just a handful of people. Looks as though they haven't been open for very long, so I wish them success and look forward to the next time I can come by again while in town (and waiting for what I still call the R5).

My teenage daughter recently became vegan, and she really wanted to find some new spots for her to…read morego to on her birthday, which is today :)...from the moment we walked in, to the second we walked out the door, felt so comfy cozy. The cute kitties and ambiance, the friendliness of the staff, was impeccable. We thoroughly enjoyed our food and especially enjoyed the conversations. No wonder they're award winning!! So happy there are spots like this that exist ran by amazing humans!

This place has been on my list for YEARS. Very quaint cafe with a beautiful goal to serve and help…read morethe animals through PALS. There are many cute (and adoptable!) kittens available in the cafe which completely made my day. Lots of the menu items are cat themed, such as the Garfield platter and they have a lot of cat themed decor. It may be a bit pricey but the ALL (100%) of the proceeds go towards helping the animals. Severs are all very friendly and helpful. Overall, a great place with very cute kitties!

Had a lovely dinner with coworkers at the Wayne location. It was a Monday evening so fairly quiet…read moreand we arrived at 8:00 pm. Although we were one of their last tables, we never felt rushed by the restaurant team. Our group had eclectic food tastes, but everyone agreed that the whipped ricotta dish and bread basket were crowd pleasers. The portions are ideal for sharing, and everything we ordered was flavorful and well prepared. This restaurant has a charming atmosphere, with cozy, whimsical decor that makes it feel both inviting and unique. The terrace dining area is lovely and provides a relaxing setting for outdoor dining.

We started off with the Warm Donuts. They were soft pillows of heaven. Also loved the cream on the…read morebottom. We all loved them. Yellowfin Tuna Tartare* was so fresh and delicious. It hit the spot and I loved it. My friend loved her Grilled Chicken Sandwich & especially the ranch chips. My husband loved his breakfast plate. I tried the bacon and it was fantastic. My friend thought the Pork Belly Benedict* was delicious. He's a man of few words so I don't know much more than that. The waiter was very nice and helpful. We all really enjoyed him. It's also a super cute place. Looking forward to coming again and trying different things.

Pretty good but very sweet. Tried the Fall Oat Boy and it was solid. They had to substitute one…read moreingredient because they were out but it didn't really ruin it.

Seriously very bad experience today. I ordered matcha and it has no quality. I had better matcha…read moreeven from Dunkin. This one was something like green water. The staff is not nice and attentive either. Will not get any drink again. The location is only 5 stars because it is inside the great mall.

A joy. What more is there to say. If you are looking for some amazing meats and cheeses and the…read morepairings to go with them, this is the place for you. We grabbed a baguette, 6 different meats and cheeses and a bunch of desserts and were in heaven. You can eat in or take it to go. We did to go!!

When Di Bruno Bros. Cheese Shop made its 1939 debut in a humble 600-square-foot space in…read morePhiladelphia's Italian Market, its owners could hardly have foreseen that their descendants would not only be presiding over a fleet of gourmet enterprises in the greater Philadelphia area, but would also become leaders in the world of specialty foods via their online sales. Recently, I paid a call at their newest outpost on Philly's Main Line. Located in the Strafford Shopping Center just a few steps from the Amish Farmers' Market, the Wayne store opened its doors in 2021. As a restaurant reviewer and food & wine writer, my chief focus, of course, was upon the charming little Alimentari Bar/Café. Here, smack dab in the middle of all that foodie hustle and bustle, you can experience a moment of respite and order a creative cocktail to accompany your luncheon or as an afternoon pick-me-up. A Negroni or Boulvardier (Bluecoat Gin/Redemption Bourbon, respectively, Campari, Iris Dorado Vermouth) or, perhaps, a Vesper (Bluecoat Gin, Stateside Vodka, Lillet Blanc), also known as the Vesper Martini. Erroneously thought to have been invented by author Ian Fleming for his iconic British secret agent, James Bond, the cocktail first appeared in Fleming's Casino Royale, which was published in 1953, and named for the fictional double agent and Bond love-interest Vesper Lynd. The restaurant also offers a nice selection of wines by the glass/bottle, as well as several interesting brews. The Italian comfort food headlines "Di Bruno Bros. products at every turn," with categories such as Formaggi & Salumi, Soup & Salads, Sandwiches, Pizza Alla Romana, Plates, Alimentari Focaccia, and Dolci. Cheese is obviously big here, so the Monger's Greatest Hits - featuring Fromage d'Affinois, Alex, Pantaleo, black lava cashews, fig & acacia jam, honeycomb, house-made focaccia, seasonal fruit, and crostini - would definitely be a way to go. My dining partner chose a slightly different route with her House of Grilled Cheese sandwich (pictured), which featured Reading Raclette, Taleggio, butter brioche and also a bowl of incredibly delicious San Marzano tomato soup. Another sandwich you might consider - highly recommended by a friend - is the Balsamic Chicken. Sequestered between two slices of toasted ciabatta, the moist marinated breast is aided and abetted by Caciocavallo cheese, roasted red peppers, arugula, basil, slathered with roasted garlic aioli, and accompanied by house-made potato chips. The Soup & Salad category included the aforementioned tomato soup and items such as Summer Panzanella, Di Bruno Bros. Caesar, and an interesting combo of Burrata & Brussels Sprouts set on a pillow of toasted rustic bread flooded with a Medjool date sauce. Interesting... and the sprouts were done to a turn, but the sauce was very, very (almost offputtingly) sweet. The Plates definitely hold some solid possibilities: House-Made Meatballs, for instance, or Roasted Branzino. But the two pasta dishes are particularly noteworthy... The Cacio E Pepe is basically spaghetti simply seasoned with cheese & pepper. In this case, the cheeses are pecorino Romano and parmigiano Reggiano. But the pepper is quite special. Tellicherry peppercorns are considered a highly prized variety of black pepper due to their complex flavors, which include woodsy and citrus notes. And for those who prefer their pasta with a tad more zip, the Spicy Sausage Rigatoni (pictured) - fennel sausage swimming in a savory tomato ragù, sprinkled with parmigiano Reggiano, and topped with rich & creamy Stracciarella cheese - is equally satisfying. Dolci, "sweets," are somewhat limited, but still worth considering... The Seasonal Gelato & Sorbetto are locally sourced from the Fiore Restaurant. For purists, the Affogato may be just the ticket. Traditionally known as Affogato al Caffè, this coffee-based dessert usually takes the form of a scoop of plain milk-flavored or vanilla gelato or ice cream "drowned" with a shot of hot espresso. The third option is the Chocolate Budino, an Italian pudding made from a milk & egg custard thickened with cornstarch. While similar to American puddings and custards, Budino has a richer, eggier texture, somewhat akin to Mexican flan... On the other hand, their pastry department (pictured) is just a few steps away. If nothing quite appeals, you can always make a quick stop and savor your dessert at home. By the way, Di Bruno Bros. also serves Saturday and Sunday brunch from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Ordered #18 Banana Pistachio. Honestly it was pretty delicious but major issue was there was part…read moreof their machine (?) in the ice cream. Honestly pretty crazy. Unfortunately I had to catch the train so decided to just throw the rest away after that.

Enjoyed an afternoon pick-me-up at the Vanilla Bean while visiting with a friend. We choose a base…read moreice cream (she chose vanilla, I chose chocolate, and we were offered soft serve instead of scooped ice cream) plus two mix-ins (she chose fruit and I chose rainbow sprinkles and chocolate sauce). Fun to see the owner use The Vanilla Bean's specialized machines to whip the scooped ice cream into a smooth base (and to see how it self-cleans when done). Though it was relatively busy, we were able to sit along the narrow bench with small tabletops to enjoy. There were quite a few college kids at the longer table, a family or two with younger children, and some older couples. Overall, very nice energy and friendly staff.

Salads and sandwiches are pretty good. The soups they offer are horrible. In the winter a nice…read moresandwich and soup is always a must. Please update your soup choices

Had nothing but a positive experience! Staff was nice and we…read moreordered cookies to go for the holiday. We decided to order quiche and sit down inside. It was clean and spacious. The quiche was literally incredible. Sooo fluffy and flavorful, not to mention decadent. Order the spinach!!! Tomato basil and onion was also very very good.