As the holidays get into full swing and your days get busier, you may find yourself not wanting to cook in between all of the shopping and seasonal events filling your calendar. Great news: Plenty of area restaurants are more than happy to do the work for you!
Need some help figuring out where to dine during this busy time of year? We’ve got the perfect list for you to consider. No matter what your holiday plans entail, be sure to take some time to indulge in one (or more) of the many wonderful dining opportunities that await you in the Philadelphia area. Happy holidays!
320 Market Café
Whether searching for a bite to eat amidst the holiday rush or seeking out some items to serve at your next holiday gathering, 320 Market Café in Media is the place to stop. With takeout beer options galore, an extensive and tempting cheese section and other catering and dining essentials, 320 Market Café can help with your dining needs this holiday season. 211 W. State St., Media, (610) 565-8320
Appetites on Main
Appetites on Main offers the solution for all of your holiday party-planning needs. From an on-site spot to host your next gathering to a generous catering menu to please the pickiest of party guests, Appetites on Main makes prepping for your upcoming holiday soiree an easy task. Tired from a long day at the mall and need a bite to eat? Stop into Appetites on Main for lunch, dinner or a late night snack or plan to meet friends at the bar later in the evening for great brews and a fun night of catching up! 286 Main St., Exton, (610) 594-2030
Black Powder Tavern
Cold weather, the possibility that snow may arrive at any time and the festive vibe of the holidays are all great reasons to head to Black Powder Tavern to dine on comfort food within the historic walls of this eighteenth-century building. Craft beer lovers will also find their holidays to be a bit merrier when they take a look at Black Powder Tavern’s extensive beer list. 1164 Valley Forge Rd., Wayne, (610) 293-9333
Fidler & Co. Craft Kitchen & Grocery
Local ingredients and an upscale rustic environment await you at Fidler & Co. Craft Kitchen & Grocery. Put the gift wrapping aside and head to this Adams County must-try dining establishment for creative brunch, lunch and supper offerings. As if the menu options weren’t intriguing enough, Fidler & Co. offers a menu of changing culinary specials, such as the recently advertised spicy fried chicken and chili toast. 213 E. York St., Biglerville, (717) 677-7014
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is known for its expansive roster of beers, from six house beers on tap at all times to a wide array of seasonal draft brews and other specialty beverages. But did you know that Iron Hill also offers a menu best described as “pub fare plus”? In addition to a mouth-dropping starters menu and a scintillating sandwich selection, Iron Hill entree creations are pretty spectacular, too. With 11 locations to choose from, you’re bound to find an Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant location close to all of your holiday shopping stops. Locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware
Kildare’s Irish Pub
From weekend brunch to late night bites and brews at the bar, Kildare’s Irish Pub in Manayunk knows exactly what you’ll be craving this holiday season. In addition to an everyday menu filled with must-try items including Kildare’s famous wings, filling pubwiches and hearty entrees like Guinness beef stew and fish & chips, Kildare’s offers money-saving specials, so you can save a bit for all of those holiday gifts this year. 4417 Main St., Manayunk, (215) 482-7242
Night Kitchen Bakery
Don’t go shopping on an empty stomach. Stop into Night Kitchen Bakery for a baked good and some La Colombe coffee to help you make it through the day. In charge of bringing the dessert to the holiday dinner this year? Night Kitchen Bakery makes your task easy by offering decadent pies, cakes and other indulgent goodies, such as creative holiday-themed sweets. 7725 Germantown Ave., Chestnut Hill, (215) 248-9235
Normandy Farm Hotel and Conference Center
Normandy Farm Hotel and Conference Center’s the farmer’s daughter restaurant will be a bustle of activity this holiday season, from expansive holiday buffet offerings to private parties sure to please your friends, family members and co-workers. Interested in ordering a dessert, or many desserts, for a holiday party at your home? Try one or more of Normandy Farm’s mouthwatering pies, made to order and delicious every time. 1401 Morris Rd., Blue Bell, (215) 616-8500
Quincy’s Original Lobster Rolls
Quincy’s Original Lobster Rolls offers a refreshing taste of summer throughout the year. And lobster rolls are just the beginning. Quincy’s menu provides lobster-laden soup options, lobster salad and more! Stop by Quincy’s Original Lobster Rolls in Malvern for a lunch break, or have Quincy’s supply your office holiday bash with party food your co-workers won’t soon forget! 414 Swedesford Rd., Berwyn, (484) 328-3905
Rino’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
Pizza, Italian cuisine and craft beer choices galore can be yours at Rino’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria, during the holidays and beyond. If you choose to eat at Rino’s, a full menu of Italian fare awaits you, from pizza and pasta to appetizers, salads, entrees and more. For those who need a little help with party planning during the season, Rino’s can provide a stellar private party solution or corporate catering option for you! 327 E. Lancaster Ave., Exton, (610) 363-0515
Robert Ryan Catering
Put your feet up, relax and let a professional catering service handle all of your party needs this year. Robert Ryan Catering will take your holiday party to new heights and allow you to enjoy the social aspect of the holiday season in style. Choose one of their lovely party venues or ask them to cater at your desired location. Whichever you choose, you’re sure to appreciate all that Robert Ryan Catering offers—and your guests will second that sentiment. 4 Bridge St., Phoenixville, (610) 933-6336
Ron’s Original Bar & Grille
From bar-favorite Ron’s Ovals to unforgettable wings, Ron’s Original Bar & Grille is a great place to stop for any meal of the day, but during the holiday season it’s even more so because of the restaurant’s extensive menu, draft beer selection and cocktail offerings galore. Whether heading to Ron’s for dinner with the family or meeting up with friends for drinks and light bites, Ron’s is a must on your dining list for the holidays. 74 E. Uwchlan Ave., Exton, (610) 594-9900
The Desmond
The Desmond has the solution for all of your dining needs this holiday season. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch—no matter what meal you crave, The Desmond heeds your call! Looking for a spot to host a holiday meal? The Desmond has you covered there as well, with a multitude of holiday dining options to meet your needs. One Liberty Blvd., Malvern, (610) 296-9800
The Farmhouse Bistro at People’s Light and Theatre
Need a break from hectic holiday planning? Dinner and a show at The Farmhouse at People’s Light and Theatre is an easy solution. First, enjoy dinner at The Farmhouse Bistro, where seasonal fare created from local ingredients will provide a filling start to the evening. Later, it’s off to your seats where you can enjoy the performance of the month at People’s Light and Theatre. If you’d prefer just to dine at The Farmhouse Bistro, you’ll find plenty of options on their daily menu. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern, (610) 644-3500
The Gables at Chadds Ford
Eager to have a date night out before the holidays get into full swing? Or perhaps you’re searching for the perfect spot to host your festive holiday party? Whichever scenario rings true, The Gables at Chadds Ford can help! Holiday dining has never been better. The Gables’ expansive dining menu and cocktail list will please all of those in your party, and the gorgeous location itself makes for the ideal spot to host your next holiday gathering. 423 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, (610) 388-7700
Victory Brewing Company
With a newly opened brewpub in Parkesburg and the original Downingtown location and recently launched Kennett Square brewpub, now there are a trio of Victory Brewing Company spots to embark upon your holiday dining and party hosting this season. All locations boast an amazing roster of Victory Brewing Company beers and an all-encompassing menu to pair with them. Whether you are searching for a spot to grab a meal with family or want to make plans to host your next holiday party, Victory Brewing Company has the answer you’ve been searching for all along. Locations in Downingtown, Kennett Square and Parkesburg
Pumpkin dessert and The Gables at Chadds Ford photos: Alexandra Whitney Photography
320 Market Cafe Media photo: Michele Kornegay
Black Powder Tavern photo: Black Powder Tavern
Iron Hill photo: Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
Night Kitchen Bakery pudding: Tami Seymour
Quincy's and Ron's Original photos: Nina Lea Photography
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