Awful food. Ambience is right out of the 90s. Took a bit to be waited on but server was ok. The…read morebread arrived, it was stale slices of baguette with some dried out old sausage on top. I ordered Marsala with pasta. The veal was cooked perfectly only to be ruined with an awful sauce that was loaded with cornstarch and too much uncooked garlic. It was gloopy and horrible. The server said he wouldn't blame me for sending it back. I guess the chef left and the owner was trying to limp along. Not good.

Great place, great food and service. Will return ! Nice bar and the drinks are delicious…read more Ambiance is great for date night.

What a delight! We've been trying to go here for years but it's either closed, renovating, or…read morecovid! It was worth the wait though. Prepare for a relaxed dinner, as you should in the Poconos anyway, as there is no rush with service. That being said, everyone who touched our table was wonderful, that's just how it is up here. Nonno himself will probably stop by your table, if he doesn't also take your order or pour your martini! He is a hoot! I started with a Caesar salad and then the penne vodka. Both wonderful. So many martinis were had by our party it would have been impossible to have a bad time. And they were great martinis! I wish we had saved room for dessert, but we will be back!

Ended up stopping in here on a business trip just by chance, given it's a little bit off the beaten…read morepath, but well worth it. The main guy Franco, was an excellent host and you can tell just by sitting there lots of regulars know him by name and he's extremely well-versed in options to suggest. As a result, I ended up getting the zuppa di mare and a Moscow mule, both of which were fantastic and will definitely be back!

The red sauce... was home cooked deliciousness. The Eggplant Parm was one of the best that I have…read moreever had. The meatballs were old school. And everything that touched their red sauce was heartwarming. The thing that affected us the most, was the love that this family has for their history in this restaurant. We could feel it as soon as we walked in. In the middle of a surprisingly cold night, we entered into an empty restaurant. Nobody was there, but the aroma coming out of that kitchen filled the place with life. We felt like it was our secret for the night. And then, right behind us, others arrived into this not so kept secret. The sauce and the parm was in the air! I've read a negative review on here which complained about the timing of the service (almost as if this guy had a referee stopwatch around his neck)... We had no issue w timing. As for his complaint that they run out of stuff: Long story short, this place is obviously using quality ingredients in their recipes... if they run out of steak, it's bc it's fresh, not frozen. There was another reviewer that wished the restaurant had a more updated interior. I enjoyed the history and the reminiscently cinematic snapshot of Italian America this place is. It's beautiful bc it's real. And furthermore, it's clean. We are from Brooklyn... passing through for the night. On a tip, came to this place. So happy we did! Would come back again if we are ever in this area. PS: Red Sauce!

Only take out available, but always large delicious servings…read more They also offer family style dinners for a reasonable price.

Crystal Lake Hotel's restaurant prepares and serves top-quality meals. In addition, the view of…read moreCrystal Lake from almost any seat in the restaurant is awesome. The only downside is the alcohol content in their mixed drinks is lacking.

This is old school style .. think 1950s, with dark, rich wallpaper & rugs, where you sit and enjoy…read moreslow-paced, fine dining. The food was exceptional - I finally found a restaurant with an actual chef who knows what they are doing. We split the scallops with key lime, three to a plate and massive. He had the crab cakes: Maryland style; lump crab bound with just enough breadcrumb to hold together. Lemon beurre blanc was perfect. I had veal marsala: delicious and tender. The only demerit was the vegetables were undercooked, but not by much. Will go again when it's in-season to see what's changed (and when it's actually lake weather).

A friend of mine suggested we eat here on the last night of our stay in the area. It was sooo good…read more! If he had mentioned this on the first night we probably would have gone every day. Food and service top notch. Big menu.

Lots of options on Frank's menu. Food was good today but can be inconsistent. Service was good and…read morewaiter was attentive and food came out in appropriate amount of time. Definitely a good place if you have a big group and want options of several types of food.

I have been to Casa Bella many times and it never disappoints. Our dinner was delicious. The…read morestuffed mushrooms are the best around. My boyfriend (first time here) was super impressed with the service. We will be back soon!!

Beautiful location. Really pretty at night. Entrance is difficult to find cause it looks like you…read moreare entering someone's house. Plenty of parking spots. Indoor and outdoor seatings. Can accommodate many guests. Food was good. Portion size was good. Expensive but a fine dining experience.

Basso Cucina Italiana is an Italian restaurant and wine bar that opened in Cresco, Pennsylvania in…read moreJuly 2010. It was founded by members of the Pipolo family, including Bill Jr. and his wife Kim. The Pipolo family, including father Bill Sr. and mother Fabiana, had moved to the Poconos area from the Bronx, New York in 1984. Bill Sr. had a construction business which sons Bill Jr. and Peter worked in after graduating from high school. Bill Jr. first had some experience in the hospitality business when he owned the Calico Kitchen in Canadensis. When a location formerly home to Harrison's Tavern became available, the Pipolo family acquired it with the intention of turning it into an authentic Italian restaurant. The whole building was completely redesigned to resembled a trattoria in an Italian mountain village. Basso became a full Pipolo family endeavor. Even the grandchildren can be seen greeting guests and bussing tables from time to time. Bill Jr. and Peter later purchased the former Jagermeister German restaurant down the street and turned it into the PourHouse Neighborhood Bar & Grille after a renovation. My family and I visited Basso for dinner on a recent trip to the Poconos. We had previously visited the Pipolos' other restaurant, The PourHouse, and were excited to try their take on authentic Italian fare. The interior was nice and cozy. After looking over the menu, my wife and I decided to start out with some cocktails. I had the "Limoncello Spritzer" while she had the "Peach Berry Pink Sangria". Both were very refreshing! For our entrees, I had the "Pork Chop Di Parma" (juicy 12-oz. pork chop topped with prosciutto and red wine demi-glaze served over risotto), my wife had the "Cherry Red Shrimp" (sautéed shrimp with garlic, cherry tomatoes in a fresh basil butter sauce over linguine), our older son had "Tortelloni with a Pink Sauce", and our younger son had "Baked Ziti". Although the wait for the food was a little long, it was well worth it because everything was to die for! Our server was also very friendly and helpful. It's also worth noting that parking is very limited, so definitely try to stop in on the early side. We had an excellent experience at Basso and give them our seal of approval!

By far the best restaurant we dined in during our Poconos vacation. Walking in, we quickly realized…read morewe were in a hot spot because the place was busy for a Tuesday night in September. Despite not having a reservation, we were able to be seated. But I do suggest planning ahead and reserving a table. Especially if you visit during high season. Anyhow, the service was excellent. Our server, Sam was extremely attentive. She explained the menu to you and shared some recommendations. We started out with a Caesar salad to share and knew right then that the servings would be ample! The kitchen was kind enough to split the salad for us between two plates and I'd have thought just half was shareable. But lucky us, plenty to indulge. We absolutely LOVED the dressing but found it a slight tad heavy handed. If we make it back, we'd definitely ask for dressing on the side. But nonetheless we appreciated the authentic Caesar dressing complete with anchovy paste. For entrees we had the penne vodka with sausage and shrimp 360. Both plates were big enough to feed an army and made for nice left overs. But make no mistake, both were delicious! Hit it out of the park, delicious! And beautiful al denté pasta. This meal really hit the spot. Even though we were completely stuffed, we managed to find room for homemade pumpkin cheesecake! I don't say this lightly, but it was hands down the best slice of cheesecake I've ever had. We couldn't stop raving about out it! This is a great restaurant to visit when visiting the Poconos. The setting was elegant in an understated way while being incredibly cozy! I think it would be great for larger groups but also intimate enough for couples.

Wow! What a pleasant shock to have off the side of the…read morefreeway, tucked in behind Subway. Worth the stop. It's an even paced, smooth atmosphere. The service is excellent and the food is delicious. We had the linguine, the chicken Parmesan and the sole topped with crab meat, smothered in a champagne cream sauce. There wasn't anything left on our plates. I loved the fact their menu was not overwhelming with every possible Italian dish you could think of. It was thoughtful constructed to present the top favorites of Italian cuisine and they have mastered each dish.

Pricey for what you get. No salad included. Chicken with…read moremushrooms was tasty but not tender, small portion of potatoes and vegetables. The service was excellent, nice atmosphere. Biggest complaint ..we had 8 people on one check and 4 on the other. The server refused to write two separate checks. Can't understand why that was so difficult.

Great food and service! Try it once you'll keep coming…read moreback!! Signature drinks cool casual atmosphere!!

Carbondale, PA. Nov, 2024. Disappointed to report that, after serving the community for 60:years,…read moreNikki's at the Ben-Mar is permanently closed, as of Nov. 8, 2024. We drove by it today (Nov 26), and it appeared closed. This was confirmed on their website and on Facebook, as well as multiple family members.

The Ridge never disappoints! From the moment you walk in, you can tell the restaurant is…read moreexceptionally clean, well organized, and professionally run. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the staff is always friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming I started with the Clams Casino, which is one of my all-time favorite appetizers, and they were absolutely delicious. Next, I had the meatballs with burrata, and they were outstanding--tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the creamy burrata. For my entrée, I ordered the chicken parmigiana over linguine, and it was cooked to perfection. The chicken was crispy yet tender, the sauce was rich and flavorful, and the portion was generous. From the excellent food to the outstanding service, every visit to The Ridge is a great experience. I highly recommend it and will definitely be back!

Historic setting inside a beautiful old hotel. The food is delicious. The recipes are from the…read morefamily, very tasty and generous portions! The staff is very friendly and helpful. Reservations are recommended because they book up fast!