A casually elegant restaurant featuring hand crafted locally grown artisan foods simply prepared & cooked over a wood-burning grill. The seasonal menu is comprised of foods sourced from over a dozen local farms. Recent accolades include top honors in food & service from Zagat Guide 2008, 2009, 2010 & 2011 & "3 Bells - Excellent" from food critic Craig LaBan of the Philadelphia Inquirer. Private parties can be accommodated. In addition, customized tasting menus are available for your wine dinner or special event. Leave time to enjoy a cocktail or craft beer at our bar or perhaps something from our extensive wine list. An additional lighter fare menu is available in our bar area as well. Reservations are only accepted in the dining room, the bar seating is walk-in only.
"We hoped Alba would once again be exceptional dining experience. Unfortunately it has declined seriously. Our waiter seemed to take offense that we were not drinking and his attitude and service took a nose dive from that moment. I was shocked when I asked to change a vegetable on the $39 rib eye and was told "no substitutions". He could delete the item and give me a separate portion of what wanted to substitute (he didn't say it would be an extra $6 for the overgarlicked spinach). The steak was about 1/3 fat and gristle (I know rib eyes are fatty). The food was fair at best (better steaks at Outback), the service fair to poor. Don't run here--no longer a special occaision place and seriously overpriced."
Dined on 6/08/2013
2005
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"We were on our way to a performance in Malvern and stopped for a wonderful meal at Alba. The service was incredible. The food was very good...the steak was very tasty although I do prefer steakhouse prep to Italian Salad's and deserts were delicious"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Have been to Alba as a date night, family dinner and special occassion group dinner (6 people). Food and service are fantastic with a wide variety of choices that are great for the foodie and the choosy alike. Lovely interior incorporates sound baffles that allow conversations to be easily held. Very good wine and beer selections - and the bar is a great area to have a cocktail or more casual meal."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"I took my friend there for her birthday. It was delicious, the waitress was knowledgable, helpful, and delightful. I love the farm freshness of the food, the antipasti was amazing, and the ambiance wonderful. I would highly recommend Alba!"
Dined on 6/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"Selection of courses was amazing. Everything was tempting. Presentation and food quality was oiutstanding. Service 5 stars. Noise level was distracting. Definitely will return frequently. Not cheap."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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"My husband and I have celebrated our past three special occasions at Alba. Totally wonderful. This last time we brought our two sons, one a foodie and one not. Everyone was completely happy with their choices. We'll be back!"
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"We are foodies and found this restaurant filled with wonderful unique options. Very nice menu and wine list. Great spot for a date nite, girls dinner and for special celebrations."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"As most regulars know Alba added a new room a while back - our experience is that this dramatically increased the traffic and noise level in the right hand room (of old). The food is still great - but I have to say, unless we can sit in the main room, not sure we will be going as often. We're just tired of the constant traffic form the bar area - it totally ruins the romantic atmosphere."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Very eclectic menu. Awesome Butterscotch Budion for dessert. Our Waiter, Larry was pleasant, friendly and very knowledgeable of the menu and wine list."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"All in our group of four found the menu far too limited and had a very difficult time finding something to choose. what we did eat, was well prepared but two of our group needed to make a meal from an appetizer salad."
Dined on 5/06/2013
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"We needed a special evening on short order, and our immediate thought was Alba. They delivered. Great food, great ambiance, even great aroma. I'll go there anytime -- and I do."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"We've dined at Alba at least six or seven times, but this is the first time we walked out without feeling elated over a meal fit for foodies. The sampler appetizer was delicious, but the mussels were below par. The braggiole/polenta/rabe entree was mediocre. The sauce was heavy and overpowered the taste of the polenta. I couldn't tell that it was polenta. The meat for the braggiole fell apart rather than holding together, and I really couldn't taste what was rolled within the meat.
We also couldn't understand why Alba was still on its Late Winter Menu when other years offered delightful spring-like fare for our April visit.
It was a disappointing night. Rather pricey for for such average food."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
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"We are fortunate to have such a great restaurant right within walking distance of our house. Great food, wine, service and a fun atmosphere. Looking forward to the next time already!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"We had a wonderful dinner at Alba. They only had time open at 5:30 so we took it. It was pretty empty at that time which was nice. The ambiance is nice with an open kitchen area in the middle. Our waitress was fantastic. We couldn't decide on a wine, so she surprised us with 3 different tastings. All were great. The food was amazing. My husband had a beet salad which was so good and I had the soup of the day which was a chicken, tomatoe, orzo mix...delicious. For our main course my husband had salmon which was delicious and perfectly cooked and I thoroughly enjoyed a special of braciole. Amazing. We were too full for dessert, I'm sure it would have been great! Can't wait to go back!!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"Alba serves a nice Italian menu with handmade pastas and many other options, focusing on high-quality and local ingredients. The appetizers are especially varied and excellent."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"I selected Alba for my wife's birthday dinner based on many excellent reviews. I was not disappointed. We had an early seating and there is a two hour limit. But, if you are on time, you have plenty of time for three courses and we were finished in one and half hours. Everything is very fresh and well presented. The food was excellent. The anti pasta and salmon were outstanding. The table for two is on the small side. This allows for a more intimate setting; but, you may end up shuffling drinks and plates during your meal."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"I visited Alba for the first time, taking a client there for lunch. Service was friendly and efficient. Food was very good. My burger was delicious - cooked to temp and well seasoned. Grilled onions and homemade ketchup made it special. I will be returning, next time to try dinner."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"many of our friends who eat there regularly said the food was amazing. We found the food to be extremely salty. Maybe the cook had a bad night? Great atmosphere though"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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"A bit expensive, but worth it. We also tried it this year on New Years EVE the food and the experience were exceptional which we have found to be the exception rather than the rule on NYE"
Dined on 02/25/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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