Service and bagels are excellent. Pastries are always fresh. Customer service is always warmread more

The good: excellent, friendly service, a ton of bagel flavors, fair prices in an unassuming,…read moreno-frills shop. The not-so-good: inconsistent bagels. Sometimes they're the right level of chewy, other times they are rock hard, even when getting them at 9am. I recently sent my husband for a dozen bagels and several of them were so dense and hard that I had to really push to slice them, and it felt like work to chew and swallow them. And the flavor wasn't as good this time as last time. I had a banana walnut last time that was super delicious but this time it was too dense and pretty bland. If their bagels were a little less dense and more consistent in flavor, this would probably be my favorite spot, but alas, I cannot say that it is.

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.

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.

Found this spot on accident but maybe it was God sending me so that I could try an egg, cheese &…read morebacon on an everything bagel! The sweet ladies at the front were a dead giveaway that the food was going to be all that! Pretty much a take out spot but there are a couple of tables. I've eaten here about 1/2 a dozen times and so far they're batting a 1.000!

Every community needs a bagel shop like this! Nothing flashy, just real, delicious bagels and…read moresandwiches. Friendly staff. Reasonably priced

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!

The team was smooth, not as "team" as a Waffle House.... But what did I expect? Coffee was good,…read moresangwich was good!

Food is delicious! Just note that they are extremely popular so waiting isn't uncommon but also…read moreworth it! I Unfortunately I do not agree with their pet policy as so many dogs are allowed to stay and eat with their owners. We went in after it had shortly rained and the place smelled like a mix of toasted bagels, bacon, eggs and .... wet dog. So if you don't mind a dining experience with furry pets then this a place for you!

Employees were very nice and friendly. There is a good variety of bread and excellent prices. That…read moresaid, the challah bread i got was a bit stale i thought. It was excellent for french toast though! The muffins were pretty good. Danishes were OK. I wasn't a fan of their scones. I like scones that are a little denser and tougher, and their version is more bready. It isn't a fancy bakery, so don't go in there expecting that. The stuff is good and the prices are great.

Great selection and everything was delicious! People were friendly and prices were very reasonable.read more

Loved this spot! I got a vanilla latte, and it was delicious. The coffee ice cubes that melt into…read moreyour drink were such a fun and unique touch. Great coffee, great idea, and I'd definitely come back!

I wanted to share some constructive feedback after my recent visit. Unfortunately, the service felt…read morea bit unwelcoming from the start. The staff didn't seem particularly friendly, and the cashier appeared irritated, which made the experience less comfortable than expected. I also ordered a breakfast sandwich that's listed as coming on a bagel, but they were out. I completely understand things sell out. However, I was surprised to be charged an additional $2.50 for a different type of bread as a substitute. As someone who works as a barista, I understand how these situations happen, but in a hospitality-focused business, small moments like this can really shape a customer's experience. Overall, the visit felt more transactional than warm. I hope this is something that can be improved, because good hospitality can make a big difference. Overall the food was good and the drink was also good. But like mentioned above there has to be good customer service to round out the experience.

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).

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.