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    Dharma Bums

    4.4 (37 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Great sound and a nice dance floor.
    Brian C.

    Been meaning to get here and finally had the chance last night while one of my favorite local bands, Friends of Jerry, AKA John Johnsonson and the John Johonsonson band, made their debut at Dharma Bums. I hadn't been to New Hope in years but was immediately reminded of what a cute town it is. Beautiful architecture and scenery in this area, and DB is no exception. The entrance is like a hobbit hole, and like hobbit holes it leads to a welcoming and homey interior with wonder food and drinks on hand. I arrived a bit after 8 on a Friday night and business was bustling downstairs while I could hear the band playing upstairs. The rustic atmosphere is beautiful and compliments the building which is at least 100 years old. The upstairs was a treat with half the area dedicated to the stage/band and the back end had a few chairs and space to relax. The stage area had the plaster and lathe removed and left the beams exposed, beautifully advertising g the age of the building. The other half had been finished/painted and has a more modern look to it. The sound was great and there was plenty of room to spread out on the dance floor. At set break I went downstairs to try some of the food which I've heard great things about. Although they had a great beer selection, I had an hour drive ahead of me and wasn't drinking so went with my staple, a cherry coke. Allison, working the bar last night, was happy to oblige, and let me know the kitchen was open till 10. They feature an all vegetarian menu which has a lot of good options. I went with the Thai Jam Grilled Cheese and side salad. As the crowd moved downstairs between sets several people were eying up my grilled cheese, it was phenomenal! Sadly it looked so good it was gone before I got a pic. My first visit was a wonderful experience and I can't wait to get back for another show, great service, food, atmosphere, and live music!

    Mel M.

    POINT PLEASANT, PA: did you know there is a Point Pleasant in Pennsylvania? And it just happens to be home to an incredible spot, Dharma Bums Bar, recently named one of USA Today's Top Restaurants of the Year! Housed in a historic building, this vegetarian restaurant features an adorable dog friendly courtyard where we were warmly welcomed by Kate, our server. She gave us fantastic recommendations, brought Brie a water bowl, and was such a joy to chat with. The food is amazing, made with fresh ingredients and we especially loved the Brussels Caesar, Falafel Naan, and the unforgettable butterscotch budino for dessert. Many dishes can also be made vegan or gluten-free upon request. The drool-worthy menu pairs perfectly with a great selection of hand-crafted cocktails, local draft beers, and wine. The courtyard itself is cozy and inviting, framed by a beautiful stone building and fully enclosed with a fence. Between the fire pit, ping pong tables, and relaxed seating areas, it is the perfect spot to unwind in a peaceful setting. Leashed and friendly dogs are allowed to enter the indoor bar area to walk through to the courtyard. There are umbrellas at some of the tables and shaded areas to stay cool.

    Food. Yum.
    Jack W.

    Great spot! Vibes are grateful! Service is on point. Food is delish! Must get the Thai Fries and Tacos are my go to. Great drinks! Shows are intimate and amazing musicians come through on the reg! Want to enjoy a fun and thoughtful workshop? You're in luck, go peep the site and see what they have coming up!! Peace and love, J #woms

    Poetry
    Miche

    Lovely and friendly service. Such an exciting menu. How do I chose? I just have to come back and enjoy different things each time! We ordered edamame guacamole and a pear tart. Delicious!! We came for a bite to eat and this Poetry reading event. Very cool. Cute decor upstairs! I would definitely come back again!

    Grilled Cheese.
    Emma G.

    A lot of last-minute decisions were made on Saturday afternoon, and this was one of them. I stopped by Dharma Bums with an old chum for lunch prior to a wild winery visit a few minutes' drive away. I grew up probably 25 minutes or so from this area in Hunterdon County, and I have quite a few young pup memories of driving past the wild, large antique store just up the road on the way to visit Peddlers Village or the sheep in Lahaska. Despite not being entirely sure where this was located, the signage made it pretty easy to spot, and I was able to secure parking right off the street with minimal drama. It WAS a little more difficult to find the entrance, which was on the side toward the very back of the building (a ye olde stone one, for the record). Our first attempt to get inside (which admittedly just involved staring quizzically at a door that didn't look like it got a ton of use from the public) was unsuccessful, but there were instructions there to use a different, "barrel" door. Upon discovery, the barrel door was exactly what it sounds like - a giant barrel-like structure that had star decorations hanging from the interior that reminded me of Spencer Gifts. Once inside, my chum noted that this space used to be a dive bar, which sounded about right. Dive bars around here are either in dilapidated shacks or restored colonial buildings, and I was pleased to be in the latter. Although the mac and cheese bites looked intriguing, I ended up getting the Grilled Cheese entree with fries. The Grilled Cheese was prepped with naan bread and tomato chutney; it was better than I thought it would be, with a fun flavor profile for the palate. The chutney gave it some sweetness and spice that separated this from the standard menu option you'd get anywhere else. The fries were a mistake, at least in terms of my personal palate preference - I'm a crispy fry adherent and these were pretty squishy on the whole. They also definitely needed ketchup for flavoring purposes. I'm sure there are plenty of customers who enjoy these, but they weren't my jam. As much as I enjoy my spot at the top of the food chain, I didn't mind putting that to the side for a meal here (an unapologetically vegetarian establishment). There were a few other options on the menu I'd have zero issue sampling as well, and the service was perfectly fine. As an added bonus for the literary nerds out there, you can munch on your food in the presence of a portrait of Jack Kerouac. I prefer the thirst trap known as F. Scott Fitzgerald, but different strokes for different folks.

    Bum Grilled Cheese (obviously I couldn't wait to take a picture first)
    Madison C.

    We stopped here after a hike with the Lambertville/New Hope Women's Group and had a wonderful time! It was a Saturday afternoon, and it wasn't too crowded. We only came for lunch, but I would love to come by for an open mic night or sewing circle as advertised by flyers posted around the restaurant. Maybe some time soon! The food was wonderful. I'm not vegetarian, but some people in our group were. They raved about their lunches, which included a vegetarian pot pie, cauliflower tacos, and a mushroom cheese"steak." Even though I'm not really a veggie gal, I was able to find multiple things that looked great. I got the grilled cheese and their special pig chai hot cider (proceeds go to the placement of pigs in farms). I could not get enough of either part. The tomato chutney really made the grilled cheese special. The prices are high, but the food is quality. Everyone wolfed down their food before we could even take pictures! We took a tour of the space before we ate. The downstairs bar area is super cool and divey. The entrance is made to look like a barrel with floating candles-- very Harry Potter. The upstairs is a lot more mid-century modern, and it's where the bands play. There's even a small backyard space where they host yoga sometimes! Parking may be an issue, as there's only a small lot in the front. I would advise carpooling. 10/30 EDIT: The owner just informed me they have additional parking at the rear of the building! Service was great and one of our party were friends with the bartender and server. I would love for this place to get more foot traffic, but I'm a little worried our special spot will be discovered! I'm looking forward to coming back soon!

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    Great pub-like bar. I'm not a big fan of vegan food, however every dish is packed with flavor. We've already been here multiple times!

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    Hidden Gem with a cool , different menu and great food !! A must try , with outdoor activities like n the warmer weather .

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    Beautiful environment, friendly staff, delicious meal. Located on the lovely banks of the Delaware River.

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    Tastings and Tours - River Horse Brewery - Brew

    Tastings and Tours

    4.6(25 reviews)
    7.2 mi
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    This tasting tour was great, although there were some pros and cons. We did the combo tour so we…read morewent to a winery, distillery, and a brewery. The pros: Our tour guide/bus driver, Don, was excellent. He seriously made the whole trip. He was so kind and helpful and fun loving, he was a great match for our group. The wine tour was excellent we had an extensive tour of the grounds and they make their wine. It was the best tour we got the whole trip. The brewery had corn hole which made a great activity as our day was winding down. The pub lunch was great and had choices for everyone. Cons: Definitely overpriced for "tasting tours" when out of the three places when we only got one real "tour". Pretty disappointed and we all wished we got actual tours of the distillery and brewery since that is what we paid for. We didn't get to stay at the winery very long or hang out before we had to leave-- we thought this was the best location out of all three.

    It was time to celebrate a birthday in our group and we had some ideas; however, our first issue…read morewas transportation. Tastings and Tours has a well rounded program. We were able to take the train from Center City to Doylestown. At Doylestown, their driver - Linda (actually the founder) was there to greet us. Leading up to the planning of this event, we worked with Linda and had a very good experience. She knew the area, suggested eateries and talked about the country side. All this just added what I call "free extras" to the already low price. Plus there are shopping baskets, bottles of water, and storage cases for new wine while on your journey. This is a well thought out operation. We had a group of 5. Our biggest concern is who we would sit with on the bus; however, after the first stop everyone was loosened up (the first stop allows you to pour or own samples!) and the conversations just started rolling out. We had a great time and thanks to Linda for making it work out.

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    The Salt House

    4.1(547 reviews)
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    Owner/operated restaurant & bar, @ #TheSaltHouse in New Hope, PA having a delicious dinner. Just a…read moreshort stroll from our #WedgwoodInn B&B , we enjoyed our pre- theater brunch / lunch prior to attending @Cat on a Hot Tim Roof at the #BucksCountyPlayhouse Our innkeepers suggested we let our server know our thoughts megrame for the matinee & the service was prompt & professional. The historic stone restaurant was very impressive. The Hugh Walk/In fireplace dating back to the 1700s was very impressive as were the old exposed wood beams and floors. Glad we could keep our car parked @Wedgwood Inn cause this restaurant has no onsite parking! Sleep at Wedgwood Inn and walk t/o #NewHope

    5- stars for the food, location & ambiance. This is why we keep going back, and honestly? We'll…read moreprobably go back again, but buyer needs to beware. Each time we return I am met with a 1-2 star review feeling based on cost / billing / and service I just can't shake. Go for the food. Stay because you get left for untold amount of time. Service is slow. We've been there 4 times and 1 time service was amazing. This last time we went, we were sat a table that was not a dinner table. I think it was an ill sized coffee table with a table cloth on it. The adults knees were above the table and the kids were sat in a couch that hit the floor. No mention or thought was given to who was sitting in this ridiculous makeshift table. Finally and the reason I was compelled to write a review - watch your bill. You have to put a downpayment down for reservations and 1x I went this was not deducted from my bill - I should have checked of course before I left, but last time I did not and had to go back and forth a few times to get my money back. And finally, soft drinks / lemonade. Glasses are small, packed with ice and when the server asks "do you want another drink" - he doesn't mention it will be nearly 5 dollars for minute maid lemonade. When you are (gladly) spending nearly 30 dollars for a burger to then have to spend 5 bucks a soft drink that is clearly understood as a free refill is a bummer. Hunched over celebrating my birthday this year - hit with a silly bill $20+ in lemonade - left to sit with no check in for a silly amount of time. There are some small changes to service and experience that would make this place a true 5 star event.

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