Food was delicious. Highly recommend if you enjoy mushrooms. We had dinner here after our visit to Longwood gardens. Would highly recommend.

My mom and I ate lunch here over Mother's Day weekend, and we were both very impressed! This means a lot because my mom doesn't typically go out to restaurants much. The location is prime but the lack of space makes it hard to get a reservation last minute. Luckily they are moving to a larger location on the same street! We split their salad special to start, which was the best part of the meal! It included lightly fried scallops, asparagus and mixed greens with a lemon vinaigrette homemade dressing. The dressing was evenly mixed into the salad and was so delicious that they would make a ton bottling and selling it! I usually don't eat scallops and was planning to give them to my mom, but I ended up devouring them that's how tender they were. We also split a special shrimp pasta dish and the crab cake for our mains. The crab cake was genuine jumbo lump, but my only complaint was that it could have been bigger or included two of that size for an entree dish. Otherwise it would be better suited to order as an appetizer. For dessert we had a cake slice that they bring in from a bakery in Philly. Delicious! We couldn't have enjoyed lunch more, and ate every last bite. The chef was kind enough to stop by our table and chat for awhile too. We will definitely be visiting their new location! read more

This restaurant was awesome! I called on a Saturday night and although it was fully booked they save a couple of tables near where the Chefs are preparing the food. That was really fun to watch, the artistry of it. I got an incredible white wine with the brick oven chicken. Also had the Brussels sprouts for an appetizer, which were fantastic! I'm definitely coming back! read more

Food was amazing. Came for the thanksgiving dinner and cannot wait to come back and try The main menu. Peeked at the regular menu while we were there and it looked fantastic. Highly recommend I give it 5+ stars read more

Since the reviews were positive, we decided to have dinner at Portabello's. What was going to be a nice Friday evening turned into a failure. My wife ordered Veal Madeira and I ordered the Stroganoff. The meals were presented on a large China plate however, the portions were the size of an appetizer. My beef was fatty which left less to eat. Each dish was around $30 with no extras. The only thing missing from the ambiance were WANTED posters accusing the owners of charging outrageous prices for a minuscule meal. We will never go back. The owner's must realize that customers are not STUPID. Kennett Square looks like it is moving up however, we will stick with our restaurants in West Chester which are not inexpensive however you do get a normal portion meal. Response to Sandra M of Portobello's My wife and I are retired and we eat out around 3 times a week. In perspective, we eat out around 150 times a year. So my four-(4) yelp comments concerning restaurants represents a small fraction of our dining experiences. Also you neglected to look at my 5 star comments concerning Big Sams Raw Bar, Virginia Beach. It is NOT about money. It is about the principle. You made an incorrect assumption and assumed we dined alone. We dined with two friends. The group ordered - a hamburger - Chicken Parm - veal medeira and stroganoff. I trust you will find that order in your receipts. Let me know if was want a copy of my Discover credit card receipt. Also, I expressed my surprise to your waitress and did not recognise what she placed in front of me. She had to tell me what the hell it was!!! So I just ate it and moved on. I have learned complaining will probably get us a free desert or so. That is not the point. It is NOT about the money. It is about the principle. Maybe you should move back to your BYOB restaurant where it appears the majority of your pro dining experiencers had the best comments. Years ago, I loved the old BYOB Argyle Rooster in Haddonfield, NJ (a Dry Town). They promoted themselves as county French and the food was outstanding. In the 80s, they moved out of Haddonfield NJ to get a liquor license. With the addition of booze, they became a gourmet French restaurant. The food was the same however the prices went up to pay for the higher overhead. The Haddonfield Rooster followers stopped going. Let's just hope the old BYOB Portobello does not follow in the same footsteps and close like soooo many restaurants. Best of luck, Bon appétit Additional comments. Beef Stroganoff is the ultimate cold weather comfort food and when I ordered it I expected to see - A comfort size Russian cold weather portion. - The stroganoff served on a bed noodles/pasta. - Real mushrooms from Kennett Square. I observed NONE of the above. What I did observed was the following: - A small portion on a large plate. - A few small pieces of cubed beef and by the fat content I guessed it was a pot roast type of beef. - A few small potatoes. - The food was smoothed in a beef demi-glace however, it was so thick I have to call it a gravy and not a sauce. The gravy was very good and tasted like the pot roast gravy my mother used to make. We have to ask the owners of Portobello's the following: - Clara Peller's favorite question. WHERE's the BEEF? - My question, WHERE's the SHROOMS? - And everyone's question, should we eat at this place? read more

Decent food but lousy ambience-too many tables in a small space with terrible acoustics-if u want to be able to converse over dinner-thus is not the place for you read more

Fun atmosphere, great food, good service and at a reasonable price. Just was on Jersey city and enjoyed the exciting feeling. Close to NYC without the less desirable issues of going into the city. read more

The food, service, and atmosphere were much better than anticipated. The hostess took the time to ask about our plans for the evening so we didn't run late for our timed entry to Longwood Gardens. I considered this to be above and beyond exceptional service. The food was delicious and beautifully plated. Our server was attentive and fast.The musical entertainer was subdued and added the perfect touch. I can't think of anything that needs improving. read more

Honestly can't believe that this place is rated so high. Dry roasted chicken with mussy sauce. No vegetables. Artic Char fish unappetizing. Mushroom soup was lumpy and barly warm. Key lime pie was out of a box. I know that this is a small town but at 50.00 a person without drinks its crazy pricing for subpar food read more

We love this place, and eat there every time we visit Kennett Square in Pennsylvania when we are visiting the Longwood Gardens. They did a major upgrade and expansion since the last time we were there, and everything was great - the ambience food and service. read more

My wife and I walked up with no reservation on a Thursday and were seated immediately. The front of the restaurant was full open and fresh air was nice. I had the Stroganoff and my wife had The Fruit of the Sea and both were tremendous. We split the mushroom soup appetizer. We could tell the food was made with quality ingredients and love. The chef traveled the restaurant, speaking with guests. I would highly recommend, and am already looking forward to our next visit to try other menu items that looked delicious. read more

Really enjoyable night at Portabello's of Kennett Square That night sat at the bar, people were friendly with lively conversations with others at the bar. While not a typical dinner, we went for the medley. Split Bang Bang Shrimp (glaze unreal), Mango Ginger Salad (great portion and not your typical salad), and Burger...along with a Bottle of Wine. The food was great and a winning combination. At the same time, very positive conversant bartender who whipped up a nice dessert .....Chocolate Martini. and don't blame me...while the chocolate cake is great....if you do not try the Salted Caramel Cake, don't blame me. The atmosphere is nice with relaxed background live music with legendary Wayne James keyboard and trumpet. The bottom line is that it is an opportunity to Relax, Unwind, Enjoy The Company, Food, and Drink!!! This is pretty consistent with our experience dinning at Portabello's for many many years now! read more

I always enjoy an opportunity to go to portobellos. It is one of the shining stars of Kennett Square. The food is always outstanding and the servers are the best. The atmosphere is nice whether you sit outside or inside. Everything is reliable and reliably good read more

This place was such a disappointment! I can't believe the reviews people must not get out much. The food is way overpriced for below average food. The chicken parm was great but that's pretty hard to mess up. Two of us ordered the special.. $38 for three tiny shrimp and one scallop.. I am not making this up, plus the pasta was hard and rubbery the meals were not edible so we sent them back. The server was lovely but the owner what a HUGE disappointment and has absolutely no idea what customer service means. Then my friend orders the crab cakes OMG they sucked too not even formed and all mayonnaise. Three meals all over $35 that were terrible and nothing from the owner when we sent back two meals that I can't believe they have the nerve to charge $38 for! Go somewhere else this place is significantly overpriced for below average food!!! JS read more

This place was such a disappointment! I can't believe the reviews people must not get out much. The food is way overpriced for below average food. The chicken parm was great but that's pretty hard to mess up. Two of us ordered the special.. $38 for three tiny shrimp and one scallop.. I am not making this up, plus the pasta was hard and rubbery the meals were not edible so we sent them back. The server was lovely but the owner what a HUGE disappointment and has absolutely no idea what customer service means. Then my friend orders the crab cakes OMG they sucked too not even formed and all mayonnaise. Three meals all over $35 that were terrible and nothing from the owner when we sent back two meals that I can't believe they have the nerve to charge $38 for! Go somewhere else this place is significantly overpriced for below average food!!! JS read more

So accommodating, with a great menu that leans into local strengths (did you know the Brandywine Valley is the mushroom capital of the world??) We ordered the mushroom crepe, and I also ordered the mushroom pasta (papardelle forestiere). Both were fantastic. They also have a great cocktail list, and they offered us a free dessert when they noticed that we had a Hallmark card with us. (It was our fifth anniversary!) If the caramel crunch cheesecake is on the menu, don't pass it up. We were both stuffed before dessert but didn't regret somehow finding room for this nicely balanced treat. Oh, and they were able to give us a table outside even though we didn't specifically request it in our reservation and it was a busy night. Thanks for everything, Portabello's! read more

Had brunch here on the day before yesterday. Can't say we were impressed. All three dishes (a bowl of Mushroom soup, Mango salad and Mushroom crepes) were bland and mediocre in taste, and in spite of the "big sized" plates in reality were not so big in portion size (but quite pricy). When asked about bread service they said they have it for free at dinner time but for lunch time they can provide it for a charge of $0.50 p/roll. We were puzzled by this because the menu prices are absolutely the same for L and D, but agreed to pay for what turned out to be THE SMALLEST (3"x2") rolls we've ever seen, and they were brought 3 minutes later piping hot (so it's not that they didn't have them ready, but I guess tricking extra $1 out of pocket of the customer is important to them). The ambience was on the dark side and the service was nice and quick. Doubt we'll want to come back. read more

What is it that you want in a great dining experience? For us, we want super food with interesting variety and flavor...friendly service...value and a great time. We got it all here. From the "Welcome" at the door to the trouble selecting which entree to select (because they're all so good) to the friendly conversation with Brett and his wife BEFOE leaving...it was all terrific. Brett and sous Eric really pay attention to details. Superior bread, great flavorful entree with a "twist" to ingredients...and not a dime paid to open out bottle of wine. So, I hate to praise it so much for fear I won't get a reservation next time...but it's a gem. We will be back to try the other entrees soon. Nice job! read more

Portabellos - Best...softest...lots of flavors...great sauce! - Italian Near Me - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Definitely disappointing. Everyone raves about this place but I don't get it. My friend ordered the potato and leek soup, which according to her was like feeding someone a brick. I had the filet mignon special. Overcooked and the mashed potatoes the server sold me on were bland and salt could not even save them. I figured I would try to salvage the meal by ordering dessert. The salted caramel cake that cost $10 literally tasted like the box. I am so sad at the amount of money I spent tonight. I could have gone to Dominos and fed 2 little league teams and their parents. Please... skip this place. read more

This is our favorite spot in KS. My husband and I enjoy sitting at the bar for our meals. The staff is always on point, assists with selecting food and beverage options. The owners must be great as our last visit in they celebrated a staff member's graduation from college- she had worked there for 8 years. Any place that can keep the same staff in the restaurant biz for 8 years has to be great. read more

I can say one thing for sure about Portabello's... the waitress we had was the most sincere person I think I've ever met. Something about her was just so different from most of the service you get elsewhere. She really took her time explaining the specials to us and when she checked in to ask us about how our meal was I got the sense that she actually cared. She waited for a response and didn't just ask how things were and then rush off. She made us feel like we were the only table in the place. That being said, the food was good, too! I got the French onion soup which was delicious. I got to try the State Street mushroom soup, too, which was also good. It was a very tiny cup of soup, but considering there is heavy cream in it, I doubt that's a bad thing. The bread that they brought to your table with your meal was HOT HOT HOT and was served with garlic butter and mushroom hummus. Both were good. My main course was the duck with cherry sauce and it was so so so so SO good. It was cooked perfectly and the cherry sauce was just scrumptious on the duck. My husband got the lamb and he said that he didn't even need a knife because the meat just fell straight off the bone. The waitress brought out a plate of veggies (green beans and carrots) that everyone shared because the entrees didn't come with veggies. That's one thing that I didn't like so much, but the duck was so good I didn't think too long about it! The dessert list was nothing short of decadent (and I hate that word). Everything sounded so rich and heavy so I settled on some strawberry ice cream from the place down the street (I forget the name). It was good! The pistachio ice cream was also really good, and it was my first time trying it. Overall I was really happy with my meal here, and it's a BYO so you don't have to spend a fortune on drinks. read more

What can we say?? Well, that all depends......We are born and raised Native New Yorkers.... Maria, the Bronx, Mike, ( The Garden Spot of da World ) , Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY.... Over our 41 years together, da wife and I have been known, ( to put it bluntly) eat around. We know the best in the City, Brooklyn, da Bronx, Queens Nassau and Suffolk County and even Bayonne, NJ. We are never afraid to label a joint , a dump or a fine joint..........a fine dining experience. ( Well here goes) The wife and I were getting some culture at Longwood ( fabulous ) and Winterthur ( fabulous ) while on a mini 3 day vacation-break. Three separate couples whom we ran into, at the B&B and Longwood Gardens, recommended that we try Portobello's in Kennett Square, and so, we took the hook and made reservations. We both love to cook, so when we were told that there was some very limited seating overlooking the chef's working area, we asked for one of those tables. There we met Sandra, and Brett, the owners ( 1st Mate and Captain ) of this wonderful place..... At the time of our visit, the Special of the evening was Lobster Français.....We both love "lobsta" ( as long as its fresh ) and so we both jumped on that as our selection. Between the two of us, I would guess that we have have tasted lobster in almost every way that it is prepared. Well, this dish was so, so delicious and so beautifully presented by the very, very friendly and attentive staff, that we decided to come back the very next evening and give it a second go-around.... Needless to say, it was yet another perfect evening..... Beside the fabulous quality and artistic presentation of the dishes, the friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive servers,......... you get to meet the very friendly, gracious, devoted, and talented owners, Brett and Sandra, who are on hand to insure that your dining experience is one that you will cherish and repeat, again and again, if and when the opportunity presents itself..... (Brett and Sandra's) Portabello's Restaurant would easily compete as a 5 STAR restaurant anywhere in the NYC Metropolitan Area..... why???? They are hands on with friendly, excellent first class casual quality and service. ..... Give it a shot..... You will relish the experience.... read more

Called for takeout on a Sunday evening, and the service over the phone and during pickup were indicative of a high-end restaurant. The crispy duck was one of the best I've ever had (and I love me a duck confit), while the pappardelle pasta with mushrooms and mushroom crepe were also loaded with umami flavor. It was the best meal in Kennett Square during our stay. Only wish the dessert menu was posted online, since I didn't think to ask. Would definitely come back next time for the crispy duck and various dishes playing homage to the Mushroom Capital of the World. read more

Highly recommended by a friend and it didn't disappoint. We sat in the back near the kitchen which was really nice because it was quieter and we also could see the chefs making all of the food. Pictured is the stroganoff and a mahi mahi special. Not pictured was chocolate mousse cake which was fabulous. The owners are very friendly and stop by your table to chat. It's BYOB which is great. App, two entrees and dessert was ~$97 read more

Portabellos - Italian Near Me - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Incredible food and everything was extremely COVID conscious! We have been ultra careful and this was done perfectly. We had 3 couples sitting at 3 separate tables, so our meals included mushroom soup, mushroom truffle pizza, salad, mushroom fries, veal, etc and everyone raved about the food. The owner was so very accommodating and genuinely friendly and caring. What a lovely experience! read more

I would say 3.5 stars. It isn't easy to make a reservation. You have to call and leave a message on an answering machine. No one called back to confirm. The restaurant is pleasant Live music was enjoyable. Waiters were attentive. Starter and beverage service were enjoyable. Shrimp were overcooked and tough in main course and the mushroom sauce overwhelmed any seafood flavor. I will return now that I know the ropes for reservations but I will skip seafood special. read more

Ate there last night, totally disappointed. Environment is always nice with live jazz player- he's great, but the dinner was not good. I had the salmon over turmeric rice... $32 for a small ok piece of salmon over undercooked tasteless rice. My husband had the shrimp risotto dish.... Again, $32 for tasteless shrimp over what tasted like just over cooked brown rice. If you go to enjoy the environment, I'd suggest just sticking with the basic cheaper items on the menu.... Pizza or burger, definitely not a fine dining experience. Sorry, I used to like this place. read more

Our server was very helpful w dietary restrictions. The food was delicious and we felt welcome.

Delicious dinner on Friday night. We were the first diners at 5:30 and it was very full by the time we left. We were greeted and warmly welcomed by one of the owners. She took our coats (haven't had that service in many years!) and gave us a choice of a few tables. We sat by the door which I have heard is too cold in winter but we weren't bothered at all. I started with a grilled Caesar salad which is always my favorite. Really big enough for two. My husband had the spicy crab chowder. Enjoyed immensely. Lots of crab and spice. The bread was hot and crispy. Our entree choices were coq au vin and Panko fried founder with rice. The veggies are family style and were kale, radish and a carrots and was a great combo. We didn't have dessert and I bought a lot of my food home. Our waiter, John was absolutely delightful and gave friendly great service. I love bringing our own wine so that is another plus. Great all around! Must try! read more

Portabellos - Entrees fish and coq au vin. - Italian Near Me - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

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Dining at Portabello's always feels like we're guests of Brett and Sondra. They are the perfect hosts and always take special care to make sure each of their customers have a great experience. Chef Brett is highly enthusiastic about using farm fresh ingredients and bringing his unique creativity to your palate. We've been loyal customers for years and truly enjoy introducing Portobello's to our friends. read more

Portabellos - The best summer salad I've had! Watermelon, basil and mozzarella . Mozzarella was prepared in a burrata style. - Italian Near Me - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

All the food is amazing, great service is excellent, and very nice ambiance the place is very pretty . Highly recommend this restaurant it is very family friendly to !!! read more

I was shocked when my husband and I ordered the $18 mushroom ravioli for lunch and on the plate were exactly 3 small raviolis for each of us. I said something to the waitress about the small portion and she seemed embarrassed, apologized and asked if she could exchange it for something else. At that point everyone else at the table had been served so that would mean my husband and I would be eating by ourselves by the time the replacement came out. Not a good position to put us in. I got the impression from the waitress that this is the reaction she gets from all the customers that order it. Others at our table complained about the small expensive portions but the ravioli was the worse. And no bread to fill you up! The food and service was good but you will walk out hungry. I would go to the other restaurants on the street where you get great food and lots more of it. Very disappointing. read more

The chef is marvelous and we are so happy to visit when we are in the area. I had the veal Marsala on Saturday and it was delicious. My husband had the State Street Burger but preferred what he had the last time which was the burger which included mushrooms, raw onions and Gouda cheese. He was slightly disappointed. Otherwise delish!! read more

Food was absolutely delicious!! We came here for my parents anniversary and it was a first for all of us. We all ordered different foods and everyone loved them all. The top rated was the stroganoff and the chicken parm! The restaurant was quiet, which was great so that we could all hear each other. The staff was wonderful and the owner came over and gave us a lot of his time telling us the history. Highly recommend! read more

Portabellos - Mushroom soup - Italian Near Me - Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

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We were taking friends out to dinner after visiting Longwood Gardens, so I picked Portobello's online. What a lucky choice! The atmosphere was cozy and warm; the food was wonderful (everyone raved about their meals); the service was excellent! If we go to that area again, we would definitely go back. read more

This place is fantastic, owners are great, food is awesome and the place is clean. My husband is a picky eater and enjoys all of their food. read more

We came for dinner and it was delicious. Staff was great, we sat outside and it was genuinely lovely. The huge open window really makes a statement! My dinner was delicious and the only reason I give it 4 stars instead of 5 is that my husband ordered his steak medium rare and it came out maybe slightly pink, maybe? Luckily he said it tasted good so he did not send back, but what is up with restaurants not able to cook steak correctly? This is probably our 3rd in a row. I cook all the time and know how well meat is cooked by touch....I told my husband to stop ordering steak from now on. read more

One star because the atmosphere was great, the live jazz music was fantastic. The second star for a nice server. She wasn't "good" - but she was sweet. We arrived and waited almost 15 minutes for someone to come to the table. The server came and apologized she was very busy - we let that one go. We waited another 15 minutes for drinks. Another 20 for an appetizer. We ordered the cheese plate. That doesn't require cooking. We ordered soup next and then dinner. To keep this to the point - here is my feedback. Cheese plate - took far too long - but was tasty. Bread/ mushroom hummus - (that we had to ask for) was OK. But they don't bring butter if anyone at the table who isn't there for the "hummus" Mushroom soup - good. but lukewarm. Special Soup - good - but also lukewarm. Dinners: Shrimp Risotto - they should be embarrassed serving this. $38 dish made with long grain white rice that was undercooked. Very bland, and had 5 shrimp on top. I ate the shrimp because I was hungry - but the whole dish was a complete fail. also lukewarm. Stroganoff - my husband ordered this - and spit out the first two bites because it was all fat. also lukewarm. Steak/Mashed Potatoes - friend ordered this - she spit out her first bite too - fat and gristle. The potatoes were lukewarm and the steak really had no flavor. Burger - friend ordered this. This was the best dish we had. He said it was very good although the "special sauce" wasn't very special. The server was nice but she was very nervous and very busy. She was either new or had too many tables. It was hard to tell. When she came over to ask how things were - we reported subpar and gave her our dishes that we clearly didn't eat. She came back and offered us free dessert but we were ready to go so they comped our appetizers instead. Honestly - I wasn't looking for free food - and I rarely write a bad review but when you see the owners walking around talking to people, they're obviously only talking to people that are enjoying themselves. Someone in management had to comp our food and you can clearly see what was returned to the kitchen was not eaten. The whole thing was very disappointing and we will not return. If you go - I hope you have a better experience. read more

Celebrated a baby shower here yesterday and had the best time. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was beautiful and the service was exceptional. Sandra let us in the restaurant early to set up and went above and beyond to help us decorate the private room the shower was held in, as well as make sure everything was running smoothly throughout the event. Pat was our server and he was professional, nice, and attentive. Even the chef came out a few times to check on us. All of the food was hot and tasty. The cocktails were great. Overall, everyone went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. I have never been here before, but I will definitely be back. read more

Great service, lovely atmosphere. Definitely want to go again! Would get the beef stroganoff next time. My son ordered it and it was outstanding. read more