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A la Maison Bistro Reviews List

A la Maison Bistro

A la Maison Bistro is an elegant French inspired BYOB located in the heart of Ardmore at 53 W. Lancaster Avenue.

A la Maison's talented chef and staff serve rustic French fare that is classically inspired, yet distinctively creative. The charming atmosphere is sure to suit any guest's needs.

A la Maison's traditional menu features an Onion Soup, Moules Frites, Steak Frites, St. Laurent Salmon, Bouillabaisse, and much more. The restaurant also offers a full service coffee/expresso bar.
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109 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
(109 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 109 reviews
5 stars
(50)
4 stars
(46)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(70)
  • fit for foodies(62)
  • special occasion(42)
  • romantic(27)
  • good for groups(16)
  • great for brunch(9)
A la Maison Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/19/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"We were celebrating a graduation and your restaurant was perfect!"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent

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Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"I had previously heard exception things about this restaurant and being a BYOB enthusiast had to check it out. Spent the evening with friends. All I can say is that the food was magnificent, staff extremely courteous and attentive and the owner was the best host that anyone could ever ask for. I highly recommend A la Maison and have definitely picked up a favorite place I will continue to frequent in the years to come."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love knowing A la Maison is once more open for Sunday Brunch. WONDERFUL PASTRIES: FLAKY AND OOOOOOOH SO FRESH. No matter what kind of patisserie one picks...you cannot escape the delicious flavor and freshness. The customers looked most happy eating their entrees from mussels to omelets to sandwiches. Wonderful friendly service that kept the decaf flowing...Thanks.
Love looking at the passing parade on Lancaster Ave...
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Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Consistently Superb Food

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This BYOB is a gem. The food is outstanding, and the deserts are delectable. The storefront location has parking in the back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I'm glad to have finally dined at La Maison. The entire experience was wonderful with excellent service and delicious menu. We had the mussels Maison, steak frites, and beef Bourgogne... All cooked exactly as ordered, the sauces and sides were paired well. Definitely order the bread pudding! We will definitely be back, hopefully next time with a group."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A la Maison Bistro - Great Food!

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food here and an almost-in-Paris feeling of a bistro. They are not giving away the food but it is absolutely terrific with a varying menu to keep it interesting if you go there a lot. This is a BYO which adds to its charm. Bring along a great champaign or bottle of wine and enjoy a leisurely dinner."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time ALM ever disappointed us

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Something has happened to this place. Came in for a birthday dinner and it was incredibly underwhelming. The service was much more unenthusiastic and awkward than in the past.
What changed? New manager? (staff was confused and awkward) New chef? (meats were tough and overcooked) New food supplier? (the boeuf bourgogne, in particular, was basically inedible gristle and the potatoes were overcooked soggy mush...and two of us ordered it, so that's half the entrees)
Whatever changed, please kindly change it back. You used to be the best place in the western burbs, bar none. Now you're just another expensive restaurant."
Dined on 5/01/2013
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Review 8 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Center City pricing for so-so food."
Dined on 5/02/2013
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Review 9 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

BYO with great food and atmosphere

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"We went for my birthday dinner because I love the garlic clams appetizer and salmon dinner. They are both simply outstanding. The clams are sautéed with herb tomatoes that are slow roasted in the oven overnight that have excellent flavor and not a bit dry. The salmon is always cooked perfectly and the lentils and spinach served with it are delicious. A healthy meal with wonderful flavor. The bread pudding for dessert is to die for. The night we went there was also a string band playing which made it an even more special evening. Loved it."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent all around once

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent all around once again! Requested a window for a special occasion and it was waiting for us upon arrival."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 11 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent as always.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent as always. Because of the small space, they tried to seat my party of only 2 virtually at a table with two other people. We objected -- politely -- and without hesitation gave us a more private table. Much appreciated."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A la Maison has achieved a

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A la Maison has achieved a level of consistency in Food and Service that make it one of the best restaurants on the Main Line. The noise and feeling of being in a college dining hall in the large room is the only real drawback to this "neighborhood gem.""
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our first time at the restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our first time at the restaurant and we'll be back. Very accomodating with my wife who is gluton-free. Better than expected across the board. Only complaint- for a man the chairs are not very comfortable."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Tuscany night was incredible,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Tuscany night was incredible, a 5 course meal servered with 6 selections of wine the Tuscan region of Italy. Being Italian American made it a special treat for me."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

dinner is usually great. wonderful

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"dinner is usually great. wonderful to have in neighborhood."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I was happily surprised by

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"I was happily surprised by this little gem in my neighborhood. I had never been before always heading to the city for little French bistros but was so happy to discover what a great vibe this place has. The food was perfect, the service friendly but not overbearing, and there was an overall nice feeling - just like you get from comfortable neighborhood bistros. Lovely evening! Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 17 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Sunday brunch which happily

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sunday brunch which happily the restaurant has restarted this spring was delicious...The eggs benedict on freshly baked croissants (instead of the usual dry English muffins) was superb and the assortment of all you want pastries was super! Imagine Chocolate and Almond croissants never ceasing. The coffee is wonderful and the server was attentive and knowledgeable. Kudos (or should I say) simply magnifique..."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We love this place. Last

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We love this place. Last time, we took serious New York City folks here, and they said it was one of the best restaurants they've ever been to. And it's right in our neighborhood."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Eh

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Brunch was very expensive for food that was only mediocre."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2007
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Review 20 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

After dinner we were ready for bed

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service was sooooo slow. Timing of starters and entrees within acceptable limits but coffee, a slice a cheesecake and a check? Exhausting."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 21 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a very nice dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a very nice dinner at A la Maison. The food was very good. There was a trio of violinists playing which enhanced the evening.
Love BYOB's so it was a good choice. Will be returning.
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Dined on 04/04/2013
 2007
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Review 22 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Easter brunch had delicious

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Easter brunch had delicious pates, and good entree selection."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2004
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Review 23 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great brunch at A La Maison

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A La Maison served a very good Easter brunch with a delicious hors d'oeuvres table and a choice from a varied and intriguing entre menu. Everything was flavorful and the service was prompt. It was not inexpensive, but the reason to go out is to enjoy distinct dishes."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always delicious and the staff

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Always delicious and the staff are very accommodating. Pate is out of this world!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicieux!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"We had a delicious lunch! The mushroom crepe was outstanding and the accompanying salad was perfect. My dining companion loved her croque Madame and frites. It's worth coming here for the bread alone! And we were lucky to have a delightful French waiter."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 26 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our server was amazing the

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"Our server was amazing the charcuterie was great the pork special was a little dry."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fun!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great Friday night dinner. Food - very good. Service - excellent. Ambiance - cozy, fun. The place was hopping in a good fun way for a Friday night. Brought along a great bottle of wine which capped off the meal. Dinner out should always be this way! The Bistro seems to get better and better."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It is the best French cooking

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"It is the best French cooking on the main Line."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 29 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have been to A La Maison

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We have been to A La Maison many times since it opened and this has been our best experience yet. Generally, the food is good with some things being outstanding. This trip I would have to say it it was all outstanding. From the crabcake appetizer to the entrees we enjoyed every morsel. The ambiance is always very quaint and our server was friendly, efficient, knowledgeable yet not intrusive in the least. We look forward to our next meal here."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We enjoyed a very nice dinner

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We enjoyed a very nice dinner at A la Maison Bistro. We anticipated a more casual restaurant, which it is not. Overall, very good experience."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 31 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A Nice Neighborhood French

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went as a party of 4 on a Monday night. The restaurant was half full and therefore was quieter than most of the other reviews would indicate. The charcuterie plate was excellent but the rest of the food while good was not outstanding or remarkable in any way. In the end I was left feeling that this is a nice neighborhood french restaurant but that the food was not quite the same level as a frequent diner of gourmet french restaurants would expect. Still, it is a nice affordable alternative to a gourmet french restaurant"
Dined on 03/11/2013
 2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We really enjoyed our first

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"We really enjoyed our first dinner at a la Maison. The service was friendly and efficient, and the food was terrific. The beet salad and the desserts were particularly good. We recently moved from Center City to the burbs, and we agreed that a la Maison is equal to many of our favorites in Center City. (not something that can be said for many of the suburban restaurants we've tried)"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Is it my imagination or is

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Is it my imagination or is the level of food becoming uneven at this Main Line bistro. Sometimes we're happy with our meals and sometimes not so much. Unfortunately during the last two visits, not so much. Topping off the last visit, the restaurant cancelled our Opentable reservation 40 minutes before our arrival. Of course when we arrived they had no reservation for us and didn't understand what had happened They were easily able to seat us as there were tables available. What's going at A La Maison??"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2008
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Review 34 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

This was our 2nd visit to

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our 2nd visit to A La Maison. We ordered the mussels which were disappointing. The broth which had white wine added but not cooked off had a harsh unblended flavor. This order comes with french fries which were cold and limp. The duck was very dry and over cooked. Additionally my cashmere coat was taken by another patron.All in all, it was a very expensive evening and not one I would like to repeat any time soon."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2006
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Review 35 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

An absolutely wonderful dinner;

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"An absolutely wonderful dinner; the food gets better and better"
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Went for lunch and enjoyed

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Went for lunch and enjoyed the french inspiried decor, We ordered the beet salad and mushroom crepe, which were scruptious. Look forward to going back."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2006
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Review 37 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Over the past 2 years, my

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Over the past 2 years, my husband and I and 2 other couples get together every other month for dinner and I always select a different open table restaurant based on cuisine and location. One couple is from Montgomery County and 2 are from southwest Chester County. A La Maison is the ONLY restaurant that we have revisited, not once, not twice but 3 times, If 6 entree plates completely clean after the meal is any indiction how good the food is, it is worth every mile we drive!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

the food was great. we had

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"the food was great. we had a marvelous time"
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 39 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This wonderful restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This wonderful restaurant gets better and better....."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Consistently good as usual

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Went on Valentine's Day. While we didn't realize they were only doing a 5-course prix-fixe seating, it was fabulous. Tasty. Well executed. Given that they were very busy, all-in-all did a great job. Made for a festive Valentine's Day."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 41 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and very nice atmosphere

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food and very nice atmosphere! We will definitely be back."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 42 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Valentine's day breakdown

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The service at a la Maison is often somewhat unpredictable, but on Valentine's Day they suffered a major breakdown. They booked way too many reservations and were seriously backed up by our 8:30pm reservation time; we were not seated until 9:15pm and then had roughly 4 interactions with our harried waiter throughout the 4 course meal. This place is good and I try my best to support a good local option, but they need to examine their model a little bit and not overbook like that."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2006
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Review 43 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food has improved greatly-

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food has improved greatly- especially the seafood dishes. Has a superb Grouper en Papillote. Pates also excellent, Along with the fresh baguettes."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2006
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Review 44 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Americanized French bistro

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Nice local place. Wouldn't say it serves overt "French" food though. Rich broth, gooey cheese in the French onion soup. Escargots, tender, but drowning in butter. Veal chop perfectly cooked. Steak frites used a filet instead of hanger steak, nice upgrade. Frites, nothing special. Desserts good, but not French quality. Server was nice and prompt. Water was always refilled without asking. Pricey, but I'd return for a special occasion."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 45 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The service and food has been

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
"The service and food has been consistently great. The only downside to the restaurant is that the tables are very close together and the noise level is high. I always seem to get one of the tables by the swinging kitchen door"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
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Review 46 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We love to check out BYOBs

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We love to check out BYOBs in the Philly area... this was our first visit here. While we had a nice evening with close friends, this isn't a place we plan to visit again soon. We are foodies and the food here was good but nothing special. But- the service is not to the same standard as the food. Our server was polite and friendly, but they were understaffed. Thus it took nearly 30 minutes for them to remove our dinner plates. We order several courses and two were brought out simultaneously. Overall a nice evening, but not fantastic."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2007
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Review 47 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Gem in Ardmore

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A la Maison Bistro is truly an Ardmore gem. The food is out of this world. I cannot recommend the beet salad enough. I had the veal chop special and it did not disappoint. Our server was sweet & delightful. She made excellent recommendations. The food is very well-priced for what you get: ample portions of well-seasoned & perfectly cooked food. If you are a foodie, there is plenty of pate, foie gras and fine cheese to appeal to your palate. The espresso maker is a work of art. You just don't see those very much anymore. We will definitely be back quite soon!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We have visited many times

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We have visited many times for lunch and hav enjoyed great food. My wife's fish and my duck were over cooked on this dinner visit. Appetizers and soup were excellent."
Dined on 02/06/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 49 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a wonderful meal. However,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a wonderful meal. However, sometimes inconsistent. Food was fresh and delicious in the true manner of French Bistro cuisine offering a selection of specials. They have made some improvements, turned the lights down, placed shades on the candelabras and have music during the week. Wednesday-jazz, Thursday-string. It is a BYOB."
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 50 for A la Maison Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A wonderful evening -- delicious

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A wonderful evening -- delicious French classics, warm ambience, and an actually French waiter! Fun and delicious."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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