Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Western Suburbs

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Blue Bell Inn

4.8

4.8 (4831)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Blue Bell

About the restaurant

The redesigned rustic-meets-modern ambiance compliments the Contemporary American menu which features premium cuts of meat, ocean-fresh seafood and signature raw bar. Seasonal outdoor dining on the flagstone patio is available upon request.
In 2013, Blue Bell Inn underwent extensive renovations for over a year. Various historical aspects were enhanced through thoughtful restoration and new materials such as solid white oak and porcelain tile floors were introduced to create a stunning architectural mélange spanning three centuries.

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Mary Jane

Dined 1 day ago

Enjoyed the environment and food as well as service.

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Seafood Tower

Joseph Ambler Inn

4.7

4.7 (2485)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

North Wales

About the restaurant

Tucked away on 12 acres of lawns & gardens, the Joseph Ambler Inn is the ideal setting for a truly memorable dining experience. Contemporary American cuisine, featuring a wide variety of casual and traditional menu offerings. The Dining room is located in the renovated stone barn & features hardwood floors, exposed stone walls, & farmstyle ambiance. Tables in the JPub are on a first come first served basis. Terrace dining is also available in the warmer months.

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Terry

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely day and ate outside. Beautiful grounds. Food was delicious.

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Petite Filet Mignon Duet

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Grilled 8 Ounce Filet Mignon

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Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass

118 North

4.7

4.7 (287)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Wayne

About the restaurant

118 North is excited to welcome guests for indoor dining. Acoustic musical performances will accompany your dinner service each night! We are very excited to host and serve you once again while maintaining sensible safety precautions for all of our wonderful patrons and restaurant staff.

Please be courteous of social distancing guidelines and wear a mask when you are not dining. We appreciate your support!

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MichaelVIP

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

Great music venue with really good bands (all genres) and food is delicious as well. Best place to visit if you want awesome live music and good food to top it off.

Black Powder Tavern

4.7

4.7 (2110)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Wayne

About the restaurant

Since 1746, the building that houses this tavern has played a part in the establishment of our nation; first as a respite for stagecoach travelers expanding westward and later as a covert rendezvous point for George Washington, Marquis de Lafayette, and other leaders of the American revolution. It is believed that during the infamous winter of 1777–1778 at Valley Forge, a major figure in the Continental Army, master military mind Friedrich Von Steuben, designated the tavern as a secret black powder munitions stash for Continental Army couriers. All the while, the tavern continued to provide food, shelter and cheer to the hungry, weary soldiers fighting for their independence. Today, we honor our historic tavern’s tradition with a mission to raise the spirits of our guests. We invite you to experience the small and large plates, craft beers and revolutionary hospitality that is Black Powder Tavern.

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DesireeVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Always a great place to meet friends. Love love love the sweet potato fries. The people that work here are very friendly. Desi

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Popular dish

Cajun Macaroni & Cheese

Experience

Excellent Happy Hour at BPT!

White Dog Cafe - Wayne

4.6

4.6 (7781)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Wayne

About the restaurant

The White Dog Cafe is known for it's unusual blend of award winning contemporary American cuisine, civic engagement and environmental sustainability. We only use the finest ingredients from farms that practice sustainable farming methods and all of our seafood comes from sustainable sources, while our wine list includes quality varietals from american vineyards.

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SharonVIP

Dined 6 days ago

It was an incredible meal! Food was amazing! Fun birthday celebration!

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Popular dish

Kennett Square Mushroom Soup

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Falafel Burger

Avenue Kitchen- Glen Mills

4.5

4.5 (904)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Glen Mills

About the restaurant

Avenue Kitchen serves fresh, uncomplicated and delicious food. The menu brings together commonly loved classics using the freshest, finest ingredients to present simple and approachable, modern American cooking. All items are house made and made to order. This neighborhood gathering spot features a bar offering wine, beer and craft cocktails. Another major appeal to this Glen Mills dining destination is the industrial chic interior including Emeco chairs from recycled Coke bottles and reclaimed wood tabletops from Provenance Architecturals of Philadelphia. Guests will enjoy consuming the freshest ingredients in the most satisfying dishes amidst an welcoming atmosphere.

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Stephanie

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Great food and waitress was wonderful! Ambience is always nice and perfect for a night out.

White Dog Cafe-Haverford

4.6

4.6 (3981)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Havertown

About the restaurant

White Dog Cafe has been engaging its local community with award-winning contemporary American cuisine, since 1983 in Philadelphia and since 2010 in Wayne. Known for creative menus, using the highest quality farm-fresh ingredients and humanely raised meats and poultry, our menus change weekly to capture the best local, seasonal and sustainable grown foods available. Our inspiring menus are complimented with an all American wine list, local craft beers and seasonal specialty cocktails and refreshing mocktails served with warm hospitality.

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tracyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Always great service is always fabulous. Our server was extremely nice. The manager came over to make sure everything was going well

Cedar Hollow Inn Restaurant & Bar

4.7

4.7 (1291)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Malvern

About the restaurant

The Cedar Hollow Inn has been a local favorite for over 18 years. The building, which was built in the mid 1800's, lends an old-fashioned charm to an unpretentious atmosphere.

Chef Stephen Guiseppe of the Culinary Institute of America adds personal flair and imagination to a delectable menu of American Continental dishes. The daily Chef's Specials are creative and unpredictable, energetically inspired an hour or so before the menu is finalized.

Indulge yourself, family and friends to a casual fine dining experience in any of the three dining rooms, including an enclosed sun porch and a large bar area. Tucked away in the middle of everywhere, the Cedar Hollow offers an experience that keeps you coming back.

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AndreaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

CHI has an extensive lunch menu, and a really nice dinner menu. I highly recommend the Cobb Salad!

The Refectory

4.6

4.6 (1058)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Villanova

About the restaurant

The Refectory is a stunning New American restaurant located on Lancaster Avenue in Villanova. The menu features modern and upscale interpretations of American comfort classics such as homemade pastas, wood-fired flatbreads, a raw bar, craft cocktails and specialty homemade desserts. Our kitchen's philosophy is to keep it simple and straightforward, with a lot of thought and technique put behind each dish and ingredient.

The Refectory is open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. We validate parking in the I-1 garage across the street. For parties of 9 or more guests, please contact the restaurant directly by calling (610) 519-5786 or by emailing info@refectorynova.com. Please call or email with any questions and we will return your message.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 5 days ago

The food was very well-prepared. Our lunches were delicious and looked beautiful. Very comfortable surroundings with exceptional sound control. We both wouldn't hesitate to come back.

Autograph Brasserie

4.6

4.6 (4224)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Wayne

About the restaurant

Autograph Brasserie is a contemporary American brasserie that honors the iconic individuals who have shaped our popular culture. Our menu celebrates the classic American dishes we know and love, thoughtfully reimagined with the finest ingredients. Indulge in our expertly prepared steaks, fresh seafood, and hand-made pastas, all complemented by a curated selection of wines and specialty cocktails. Situated just under a mile from the stunning Chanticleer Gardens and 15 minutes from Valley Forge National Historical Park, we invite you to savor both the culinary inspirations and the legacies of those who have left their mark on history.

Celebrate Valentine's at Autograph Brasserie.
Join us for a romantic evening of gourmet delights, thoughtfully crafted by Chef Martin.
~32oz Dry Aged Porterhouse (Perfect for Two)
~Seared Day Boat Scallops
~Lobster Tail Surf & Turf
~Milk Chocolate Passion Bomb
Make this Valentine’s Day truly unforgettable!

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Diane

Dined 4 days ago

Business dinner. Services was exceptional. The one issue we had with the temperature on meat was quickly addressed.

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