Start to finish this place was excellent. Just by being greeted at the door so pleasantly set the…read moredinner in motion. It's such an inviting atmosphere stone n dark wood, low and high tables. It's a smaller restaurant not like a chain size. The word "intimate". Waitress was such a gem the young girl. Wish she would train others in the art of hospitality in being an old school waitress yet so young. Next the food. The specials had so many options. We started w pork belly, salads and entrees Chilean sea bass w mango/pineapple and chicken parmigiana. Absolutely delicious with excellent presentation on top of it. Yes definitely will return and definitely recommend it.

There is so much deliciousness here. Too much to try in one visit, so we will need to return for…read moreanother helping. The seafood Fra Diavolo was the best I've tasted. Meatball and sauce are top notch and I'm a meatball and sauce girl to the end. The salmon with pecan & brown sugar crust was plentiful and equally delicious served with a side of garlic mashed potatoes and asparagus. Inside and outside dining available. Both were equally comfortable. Excellent service. Leisurely paced dining experience. Will most definitely return. It's no longer a BYOB but that made no difference. Plenty of wines and cocktails to choose from.

My husband and I dine at Nonno's frequently and the food is fantastic…read more The service is top notch and very friendly. Enjoy Franco stopping by our table to check on everything.

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!

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

Veal parmigiana & egplant…read more Sat in a booth. Old timey traditional Italian. The booths are likely original. Cloth napkins. We started with the Gourmet salad with champagne vinaigrette. Very tasty. A glass of Chianti and a Pinot noir. Our server was the owner's daughter in-law. Began in 1922 3rd generation establishment. Many regulars showing up. It is around 6pm on a Friday. We weree Both dishes were excellent. The red sauce was grreat and dIfferent likely a family recipe. My wife loved the veal. I could not finish my side of pasta. It was a very good meal. Informed that folks come in various doors to the place. Apparently they can tell newbIes as they sometime get lost trying to to find the entrance. We entered from the rear parking area. An interesting stop with decent traditional food. Mark & Nancy.

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).

Just amazing. Summer so we ate out on the deck. Staff turned on the warmers and the sunset was…read moregorgeous. Everything from appetizer, said, soup, meat, pasta, dessert was like the best I've ever had if that thing. The staff is great. Don't be in a hurry they won't rush you it's a family operation. Very laid back. Chef comes out to greet everyone. We can't wait to go back.

Took my best friend to her favorite restaurant, Frank's Place in Simpson for her 50th birthday…read moredinner and WOW. From the second we walked in, the staff made us feel like VIPs. Warm, attentive service without hovering...exactly what you want for a special night. We started with the fried calamari and shrimp cocktails. Calamari was golden, tender, zero rubbery pieces, and the shrimp cocktail was huge, fresh, and perfectly chilled. Already a win. For mains, we went all out: Ribeye Steak cooked to a perfect medium-rare with a great sear, Rack of Lamb that was tender and seasoned beautifully, Lobster Crab & Seafood Fra Diavolo with just the right kick, and the Crab & Shrimp Spinach Fettuccine was creamy, packed with seafood, and didn't skimp on the crab. Every plate came out hot and every bite was spot-on. Portions are generous, vibe is cozy but still feels special enough for a 50th, and they even helped us make the birthday moment memorable. No rushed tables, no attitudejust great food and genuine hospitality. If you're in Simpson or driving through, Frank's Place is worth the stop. We'll be back with more friends in tow. Thanks for making her 50th so perfect!

Reservations is a must for this place because this is now the second time my family and I got…read moreturned away. Past two times we've been there we went around 7 and they said they were "closed". It sucks because we travel 30 minutes to get here and my mother has a cane and on Mother's Day we were turned away even though we had a reservation (when we called the person must've been new because they said nothing about them closing early) and on Google (which is what my mother uses not every person uses Facebook) they still said 9. We obviously won't come again but the food is good!

In town for a sporting event, wandered in on Sunday afternoon. What fabulous food and attentive…read moreservice. Eggplant parmigiana was superb, one of the best I have ever had. Remember parking lot is in the rear, down a little alleyway. Lovely dining room. Worth a detour if you are anywhere near this restaurant.

Stunning Restaurant. The Service is so attentive. So many great Italian dish options to choose from.read more

Great food and service. The atmosphere is also very welcoming…read more Their bread, soups and salads are a great introduction to the tasty entree to the tasty main courses.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Had an absolutely fabulous dinner at The Ridge Restaurant last night!…read more Started with the creamy Potato Leek Soup - perfectly seasoned and so comforting. Then dove into the Sunday Sauce special... wow, just like Nonna's - tender meatballs, sausage, beef & pork and that rich, slow-cooked gravy over penne pasta. Both dishes were delicious and beautifully prepared! Shoutout to our amazing server Alana and assistant Ebony - you two were attentive, friendly, and made the evening even better. Bonus points for being the first place that's ever thoughtfully packaged our leftovers into a go-box for us right at the table. What a nice touch! Highly recommend - we'll be back soon! #TheRidgeRestaurant #ItalianFood #GreatService

Excellent Italian food in an area with plenty of fakes…read morePleasant wait service Nice menu Recommend highly