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Rumors of The Fountain Room closing
I second that....we do not have much left in form of upscale dining the old fashioned way.
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I have not been for the special, but I did go twice when they first opened and I had two of my worst dining experiences ever. I would love to hear more feedback as to whether or not they have gotten there act together. Based on the food I had there, I am stunned at how well Jen is doing on Top Chef.
Two Italians seeking good Italian restaurant near Plymouth Meeting.
Depending on what direction he is coming from in Jersey. If he comes 322 Avalon in West Chester, If he is coming through down town Osteria on Broad. Not sure about Plymouth meeting but I believe Conshy may have some good choices.
recs for weekend in West Chester /Kennet Square
All this talk about Avalon prompted me to go back this Sunday. I tried their four course tour of the menu $27(smaller portions). Started off with a scallop and asparagus crudo, very tasty and refreshing antipasti. My pasta course was candele pasta with chicken livers and bacon jam, very tasty fresh homemade pasta. Entree was veal milanese. For dessert I had lemon curd, this was good but nothing special. They have a new cheese tables with hand carved meats and at least 9 different types of cheeses. We did not try this but I would like to go back just try the cheese selections. All in all I was pretty impressed for neighborhood restaurant.
recs for weekend in West Chester /Kennet Square
It looks like Philadelphia Magazine did a peice about them changing last year. My understanding is the owner took over the kitchen sometime early this year after remodeling the restaurant and went in an Italian direction. My understanding also was the restaurant was suppose to change names, I think for this very confusing reason. If you go to open table.com and read the reviews you will be suprised. Although I haven't been in a few months, I have always enjoyed my meals.
Boston Hounds need Philly rec near South 2nd
I have to second Amada. Great choice for catching up due to the fact that you can continue to order as you sit and go and you won't be rushed.
recs for weekend in West Chester /Kennet Square
Why avoid Avalon like the plague? Could you give more details? I have been there quite a few times and it has been very good, but I haven't been in a few months. I just saw Open table diners choice voted them #6 for best Italian Food right behind Vetri and Osteria. I have heard hit or miss about Limoncello.
Need a suggestion for something different in the WC/Mainline/Phoenixville area
Alba in Malvern is also quite good, sorry do not have website
Need a suggestion for something different in the WC/Mainline/Phoenixville area
http://www.avalonrestaurant.net
4 course Giro del Menu "Tour of the Menu" $37
Incedible chhese and cured meat display!
West Chester dinner recs
The owners last I heard were locals who worked in New York at artisnal cheese. Unless they have recently hit there stride the food was ok and the service was really bad.
On an other note I am suprised no one has mentioned Avalon. Although the name doesn't fit there re-design the new style menu is very tasty. Bar none the best cheese selection in the area.
