Random first thought on entering the parking lot: I've never been to a place like this where the…read moreeducation center is the same size as the actual arboretum. Jokes aside, while that hyperbole is of course not true, thematically it is. As another Yelper pointed out, this is not Tyler or Morris by a long shot. This is basically a small down and back loop with a few short side trails that crisscross the main path, Jenkins Road. The below is a good map that shows that every trail they have here is 1/4 mile or less (sometimes much less) and that the main path is paved blacktop. www.jenkinsarboretum.org/visit/map/ During our 75ish minutes here, we didn't see anyone (I didn't expect to considering it was a Friday afternoon in winter still with snow on the ground) and the parking lot was nearly empty. In terms of what lives/grows here, the below from their site lays it all out. www.jenkinsarboretum.org/garden-highlights/ If you go, thankfully it's free and the hours are basically 9am until dusk year-round. By no means is this a destination stop but we had some time to kill before the next activity and Jenkins provided some nice alternative programming that was enjoyable.

lovely walk albeit a little hilly. great and friendly volunteer staff. Going back for fall foliage…read morephoto opportunities

We've essentially "adopted" The Jockey since we were regulars at McKenzie before. Aside from the…read moredécor--and maybe a slightly smaller beer list--not much has changed. Overall, The Jockey is solidly average when it comes to food, service, and ambiance. Nothing outstanding, but nothing terrible either. Where The Jockey truly shines, though, is its Happy Hour value, which is easily the best in the area. Drinks are a great deal compared to nearby spots: half off all beers on tap, plus discounted house wine and cocktails. The Happy Hour appetizer selection is larger than most, and the quality is surprisingly good. Buck-a-shuck oysters! Only one variety, but for a dollar, you can't complain. Bonus points for offering Happy Hour on weekends, which is rare. If you're in the area during Happy Hour, it's absolutely worth stopping in.

My reviews are different. I do not announce myself or tell anyone. I am here to do a review!!…read more It was my birthday week, and unfortunately, my Tesla had been vandalized. True to my nature as a "prior proper planner," I already had an appointment scheduled in West Chester, so I headed down to get the repairs underway. While I waited, I decided to find some local eats. A quick Google search led me to The Jockey just outside of Philadelphia. The reviews mentioned it was a family-owned joint, and the decor looked incredibly inviting. The aesthetic actually reminded me of The Polo Bar in NYC; it has that same sophisticated, equestrian charm. Personally, I love horses--I know all the horses in the world, and they know me--and I know the horses. so I was eager to check it out. My mother picked me up from the dealership, and we "galloped" our way down to the restaurant. The Food I was surprised to find the place packed at 12:30 PM on a Tuesday, but I assumed we had just hit the peak lunch rush. We started with the calamari, my mother ordered a sandwich, and I opted for the salmon with drunken noodles. Honestly, I think the chef in the back was more "drunk" than the noodles. * The Salmon: It arrived super crisp and borderline burnt. * The Calamari: Overcooked, greasy, and wet--it felt like it hadn't seen a strainer or a paper towel since leaving the fryer. * The Sauce: The marinara was watery, almost as if the back-of-house was running low and decided to stretch it with water. The Verdict The only saving grace was the aesthetic. The decor is lovely, and they have a very inviting event space in the basement. However, you can't eat the wallpaper. * Food: 2/5 (A hard pass on the kitchen's execution.) * Service: 3/5 (The staff never checked on us while we were eating.) * Location/Convenience: 4/5 (Close to everything in a great area.) I likely won't be visiting this place again. I'm genuinely surprised this is a local favorite in such an upscale area--perhaps the locals just haven't ventured out enough to know what they're missing.

I had the honor of attending a wedding at the Anthony Wayne house on May 30th. The wedding was an…read moreEnglish garden theme, and the outdoor space was just beautiful for this. The outdoor wedding space was surrounded by woods and had a pergola in the front. The area was surrounded by historic buildings. There was enough room for an outdoor cocktail hour, with some high-top tables and a few normal tables as well. The reception space was an all-weather tent of sorts, with fans, stringed lights, and solid structure that has plastic walls that could be connected in the case of a storm. There was also a fire pit area, which was really nice. The couple chose to make this a smoking/cigar celebratory area, which worked really well. The cocktail hour was very good. Drinks were tasty and strong, and the hors d'oeuvres (many hot butlered plus a meat, cheese, bread, and vegetable table) were varied and delicious. The main course and desserts were very good as well- not standard bland wedding fare. Your place card corresponded to the dinner choice, so at the bottom of my place card was an outline of a carrot to denote that I had ordered the vegetarian entree option. This was an interesting idea (so that the waiters wouldn't have to double-check and take order), but the waiters did seem to have a hard time serving and looking to see what each person ordered and distributing appropriately. Overall, this venue was beautiful. It is for someone who wants to have an outdoors-y wedding and reception and caters to a very specific clientele as such, but everything was great.

My fiancé and I are getting married at the Anthony Wayne House in September 2022! We are so…read morethrilled and have had such a positive experience throughout the planning process. I attended a wedding at the Anthony Wayne House in 2021 and fell in love with the venue. I knew it was a perfect fit for us. Not to mention the food is incredible!

Enjoyed a delicious brunch at IL Granaio Phoenixville Italian Restaurant and Bar today! Excellent…read morefood, delicious drinks, and such a welcoming staff. We already love brunch at The Library Collegeville, so we had to check out their sister restaurant and it did not disappoint. Highly recommend!! -- eating brunch with Nathan Weidner at IL Granaio Phoenixville Italian Restaurant and Bar.

This place is the best of the best in Phoenixville. Fantastic food and great service. Definitely…read moreneed a reservation. Very busy but we were seated as soon as we arrived. Had drinks-delicious, appetizers-salad and steamed clams which the sauce was worthy of scarpetta. Wine with dinner which included Zulus Di Pesce, veal parm and basa seafood dish. Never rushed even though it was extremely busy.

Nice space for rental. This space might also be called the Valley Forge Fire Company. The event I…read morewas at served food. It was so hot this day that the bench paint started to stick on you if you left your arm on it for too long. There is an indoor area where food was served and where people sat. There were also a few bathrooms located near the entrance of the walkway. A nice space for an event rental!

I really like this place. It has a lot of character and the food is excellent. The owner is super…read morepersonable and anytime that I've interacted with the employees. They are amazing. They always have fresh ingredients and willing to accommodate a picky eater like myself. There's ample parking and the place has a very home feeling, which is excellent. If you like dinner next to a warm fireplace then this is the place for you. We go the Kimberton Inn often and plan on going again soon!

Dined here the other night to celebrate an anniversary and it was such a lovely experience. The…read morespace is charming and full of character--definitely a great spot for special occasions. Our waitress was kind, attentive, and very professional. We each started with a small cup of the lobster bisque and shared the crab cakes. Both were outstanding, and the crab cake was especially memorable since it wasn't your typical style--really well done. For entrées, my boyfriend had the lamb chops and I ordered the seared sea scallops. The lamb chops were easily a 10/10! The scallops were cooked perfectly, though I personally felt the pumpkin risotto could have used more seasoning. I really wanted to try dessert but I was completely stuffed. Our waitress still insisted on bringing a complimentary scoop of ice cream, which was rich, delicious, and such a thoughtful touch. Overall, a wonderful meal and experience. I'm already looking forward to coming back!

Oh my, we haven't been here in a long time. I wanted quiet! everywhere we go these days the…read moredecibel level is outta space. We dressed business formal and felt right at home, but I was a little surprised by the jeans and flannel shirts at tables nearby. This is a lovely historical inn and it's Friday night. Families came with their little ones, couples sat nearby and the loudest person in the room was a server listing the specials....................or features as they call them. We had Pork Ribeye and Flounder specials..............everything was plated in a lovely manner. The flounder dish was okay, but the Pork was fantastic. Squash mash, haricot vert, a mustard sauce and blackened Pork.............oh I'd go back just for that. Colin was our server and he warmed up to us after a bit. He was attentive and polite. My favorite restaurant is the Kimberton Inn, but-----General Warren is closer and coming in a close second.

I'm happy I made a reservation before checking how many stars it has on yelp. I was shocked to see…read more3.8. We had a wonderful experience at General Warren. The ambience is cozy. The lighting is soft and the seating was comfortable. The host originally had us on what they call the front porch but when he found out we were celebrating an anniversary he gave us a cozy corner table. I have never had a host be so thoughtful with their seating so we really appreciated that touch. The server was very attentive and nice. The wine selection was great! We enjoyed a Cabernet from Duckhorn - always a favorite. We both enjoyed a steak entrée and shrimp cocktail. And ended the night with a cheesecake. It wasn't my favorite cheesecake. I prefer a creamy cheesecake, but everything else was so good. I really didn't care.

What a fun thing to do! We didn't know what to expect and want to say we all really enjoyed the…read moreexperience! Admission was reasonable and enjoyed the self-guided part while waiting for the next tram departure time. There was everything you could imagine - except one thing! A TELEX MACHINE (which I used to operate). When I asked the staff if they had one none of them even knew what I was talking about (early 20's)! We took the tram tour and really enjoyed it. The tram moved at a nice pace so you could really take in everything. So much to see - everywhere. It was a really fun way to spend a few hours on a rainy day! But I urge you to visit rain or shine!

It's like an I-Spy book came to life! This collection is massive but I really appreciate how well…read moreorganized and categorized it is. It makes it easier for the eye to take in. The tram car goes at a super slow speed so you have time to take everything in. The tour is guided by a pre-recorded audio track but sometimes the driver will provide information as well. The museum also has a small walkable area to explore. There's also popcorn, candy, and drinks to purchase. Some of the items are truly impressive and there's definitely plenty for everyone to point out and find and enjoy. Highly recommend this fun attraction.