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Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Avalon Restaurant BYOB, located at 312 South High Street in historical West Chester, Pennsylvania is best known for its romantic ambiance and rustic Italian menu. We are a BYOB restaurant decorated with European elements amidst soothing blue back lighting and an inviting stone fireplace. Our accommodations go beyond the main dining area. If you enjoy dining al fresco, our private off street outdoor patio, lined with lush plants and soothing water effects is perfect for you and your guests. Avalon also provides a second floor dining room open most weekends for a more quiet and romantic experience and available during the week for private parties of up to 35 guests. Enjoy our Giro del Menu "Tour the Menu". A four course medium plate offering available Tuesday - Thursday $40. Available Friday & Saturday $45
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157 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 157 reviews
5 stars
(75)
4 stars
(62)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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- fit for foodies(105)
- neighborhood gem(97)
- special occasion(75)
- great for outdoor dining(50)
- romantic(49)
- good for groups(29)
Avalon Restaurant - West Chester Reviews List
Review 1 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our group of 3 had the Giro del Menue and, as always, it was a delight, and a bargain to boot. Simply the best that West Chester has to offer and dining on the beautiful patio in nice weather is wonderful. Jakob took great care of us in Kris' absence!!"
Dined on 6/12/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always Great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have eaten at Avalon many times and have never been disappointed. The food and service is wonderful. Love the BYOB atmosphere!!"
Dined on 6/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great...as always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Returned to Avalon with a West Chesterian :-) and she couldn't believe she hadn't been before. She loved it (I always do) and plans to bring back her friends soon. The cheese plate is amazing. Followed that with a beautiful beet salad and shared another appetizer. More than enough food. The dessert was awesome, donut bread pudding, and a chocolate lava cake. Byob helps keep it affordable."
Dined on 6/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Consistently the best restaurant in West Chester. our favorite for many years. Never disappointed and always exceeds our expectations."
Dined on 5/01/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great dinner with the wife
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"There is a reason why Avalon is by far our favorite restaurant. The food, service, atmosphere are all fantastic. Nothing else to say but keep up the great work."
Dined on 6/08/2013
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Review 6 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Food and Service...but
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"a little overpriced. My husband and I had dinner there recently and the food was good but not worth the hefty price we paid per plate. Also, it was very loud and we were squished at a tiny table virtually in the middle of the room. I would recommend but I would say the price is a bit of a deterrant as compared to other restaurants we might visit."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"excellent food, friendly cordial staff, outdoor dining area was very romantic"
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 8 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Will be back
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a great time. Surprised it took us so long to come here since we live in town and love good food. We tried the four-course menu special and I'm glad we did. Originally I thought the portions would be too small for my boyfriend however we both left stuffed. Another thing I will mention is that we were able to enjoy our food without being rushed! I take my time when eating and I hate when I'm feeling rushed onto the next course. Overall the food was amazing, seasoned perfectly and I can't wait to come back with friends!"
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great outdoor ambiance
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Although we have been to Avalon numerous times we especially enjoy their outside dining space as well as their great food. Even though you are in downtown West Chester, the outdoor dining area seems like you are in a tranquil garden with water fountains, etc. Their Four Course European Giro Del Menue is wonderful for people who enjoy trying different dishes (small plates) or sharing with each other. The menu changes often enough to continually make it interesting to try new items. The selections are unique when compared with some other local Italian restaurants as well. We will be back again."
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Anniversary Dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Celebrated our 48th anniversary sitting in the courtyard near the fountain on a beautiful evening.
The food was exceptional right down to the Italian cherries and the real mint in the ice cream."
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great quality and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We started our meal at Avalon with a cheese board selection which was outstanding. We did the four course tour and although the menu mentions these are smaller portions, we found them more than generous . Each course seemed to be better than the previous. Our food came out piping hot, bursting with fresh flavors and the perfect pace between courses. Since this is a BYO, it is always important to me not to be rushed through our meal and we weren't. The tour includes desert .. a must have. I had the mascarpone crepe which was the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. Our server was knowledgeable and professional. The tables are fairly close to each other which I think gives it that "downtown bistro feel". Overall an excellent experience!"
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We have been going to Avalon for years. It just keeps getting better and better! We ate outside in their back yard patio. Even with 90 degree heat the paddle fans kept it very comfortable. There were many tables but the noise level was very low. They stagger and arrange the tables so you are not on top of each other.
The service was wonderful, polite and knowledgeable; yet non hovering. We had their tour of the menu prefixed special for the night. Smaller plates of several items. One was better than the other and all were outstanding. The presentation was lovely.Their fresh roasted beet salad with goat cheese was wonderful. Perfect amount of food! Great contrasts, complex but so satisfying.
This is a 5 star winner."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabulous
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We met here for dinner with old friends. The patio dining was like being in another country, beautiful! The tasting menu was reasonable, not necessarily inexpensive but worth every dollar. Perfect place for dinner."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
expensive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very expensive for west chester; portions small for the cost; felt rushed to move the next diner to our table"
Dined on 5/25/2013
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Review 15 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My companion has food allergies and the wait staff and manager were very attentive to that. Very on the ball. Our waitress was great; very knowledgable on the menu items and able to make recommendations. Friendly and attentive. The manager checked in with us a couple times to make sure everything was to our liking.
The only issue we had was the noise level. During the first part of our dinner, conversation was difficult because it was so noisy. There was a table of 6 or 8 that was being loud which seemed to cause everyone else in the restaurant have to speak loudly too. It's an intimate place (small) and sound really carries in there.
Despite that we had a great time, the food was incredible and we will definintely go back."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Beet Goes On
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had another delicious meal at Avalon, as we attempt to eat our way through the new items on the spring menu, this time the strozzapretti (veal, crab and pasta), last time the fazzoletti (pork cheeks and mushrooms.) Having said that, my wife started with her favorite beet salad with goat cheese and it was as good as ever. The Giro del Menue continues to be a great value and service manages to stay at a high level, even though some new people have been added to the staff recently. Avalon doesn't miss a beat - or a beet!!"
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome Avalon
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love this place for special occasions. The food is always delicious and delightful and the service is excellent. We sat outside and enjoyed the ambiance last Friday. We highly recommend Avalon for your next dinner out!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always good, always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We are now faithful customers for both the Downingtown and West Chester locations. The menu does vary between the two, which is nice to see. Our staff this time, though quite new, was extremely attentive, knowledeable, and she helped us to make some nice selections from charcuterie list."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best restaurant in west chester
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I cannot say enough good things about Avalon. The food is amazing and the atmosphere is inviting. If I am ever able to schedule a date night, I chose Avalon. We did the menu tour. Everything was outstanding. Go here. You won't regret it."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delightful outdoor dining..great food..excellent service...rustic Itialian"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Overpriced and unimpressive
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Mother's Day buffet choices were underwhelming, and the food itself was just ok. Definitely not worth $33 for a salad, French toast, and Nutella crepes. Our waitress neglected to check in on us and seemed to have ample opportunity. Overall: not worth it."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 22 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Decent food but expensive & slow
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had been to Avalon for New Years Eve, and the food was very good, but we remember the service being very slow. It was New Years Eve, so we chalked it up to it being a holiday, and that the restaurant was pretty full. We went back again for Mother's Day, and the restaurant was pretty full again. The food was good: the appetizers were delicious, my husband's entree was delicious, and the desserts were also delicious. The service was slow again, so we waited forty minutes between appetizers and entrees. It seems that on holidays, more staff is needed and the restaurant should address that. I am not sure if we'll give it another try."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 23 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to Avalon for Mother's Day 2013 and were thoroughly impressed. Our waitress was excellent and the food selection was fantastic. Having several food allergies ordering can be a challenge but all of my requests were accommodated without hesitation and execution of said requests was flawless which made me extremely happy! HIGHLY recommend!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 24 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love it!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have eaten there twice and been very happy both times. I love that the tables are a bit spread out & you are not sitting with and overhearing what the table next to you is discussing, which many restaurants in the area have been overcrowding with tables. Love the BYOB. Will absolutely come back again!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 25 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Date night
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was delicious, well presented. Service was very good, prompt and efficient but not intrusive. Atmosphere was interesting and romantic. Worth a repeat visit."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 26 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Love this place - always a wonderful time."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Avalon is our favorite restaurant and we are never disappointed. John manages to keep the menu fresh and interesting with new dishes and his crew of servers combines professionalism with friendliness, which is a tough combination to beat. This time we shared the charcuterie with a couple of Italian cheeses, salami and nice accoutrements, including tasty "candied" figs. My wife had the goat cheese ravioli while I had the fazzoletti with pork cheeks. Wonderful. We finished with a tasty cinnamon bread pudding topped with ice cream. Lovely evening."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I've had the ciopinno before at Avalon and usually get it. It wasn't on the menu this trip so I asked our server about it. He said no worries, it's used at the base for one of the pasta dishes for the spring menu. It was delicious, just like I remember. Avalon will continue to be a favorite for us."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 29 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Avalon always gives you a great meal. We always look forward to the cheese selections as a starter. The tour is a great value and we never go away hungry. We always look forward to going back."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 30 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good. Wait staff was aware of and did a great job of taking care of individual diner needs and checking with the kitchen if certain dishes could be modified. We had a very good experience. All dishes came to the table hot and one of our guests (who is a slow eater) noted that none of the dishes were taken away until she had finished, which she has noted is becoming less common in restaurants these days. Over all a very good experience."
Dined on 5/02/2013
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Review 31 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What a great find in downtown
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What a great find in downtown West Chester. The food was impressive and reminded me of northern italy. The service although very attentive and polite, was a bit slow. Took our server quite some time to take our order and even longer to bring us the bill. Perhaps because it was rather busy this particular evening. No matter, we will definitely return."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 32 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very pleasant meal with nice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very pleasant meal with nice service."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
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Review 33 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Usually the restaurant us
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Usually the restaurant us less noisey. But the food and service never vary from very good. M"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 34 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyable meal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was excellent. It was lively and friendly, and the food was good, especially the cheese plate and apple tart."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I go here all the time and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I go here all the time and I just love it here. I have always had such a great experience."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 36 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Menu selections always interesting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Menu selections always interesting enough to try different things on repeat visits. Tour of the menu best way to go as you get more variety. Really good cheese selections. Mussels always great. Soup very good this time too. Gnocchi dish surprisingly good. Does fish very well. A favorite BYO place for us. Can't wait to sit outside again."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 37 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was great. Server needs
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great. Server needs to be trained on the art of serving. She seemed rushed eventhough it was not crowded. She had to be asked for things that should have been common knowledge."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The whole experience was very
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The whole experience was very disappointing. The hostess made us wait 15 minutes for a table which is fine but she never told us politely that we would have to wait. She ignored us and we stood there. Also the food was mediocre at best. We won't be going back."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2006
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Review 39 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Avalon just keeps getting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Avalon just keeps getting better every time we visit!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 40 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved it! The food was outstanding!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loved it! The food was outstanding!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 41 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were very pleasantly surprised
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were very pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food, and the presentation. Service was very good , and the "Tour" menu excellent, and fairly priced at $45.00.
Lovely place to take one's special friend. Remember it's a BYOB."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Although they were great with
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Although they were great with my grandson it was not a place to bring kids. It was very clean and the wait staff was good. Got the 40.00 special and when we went to ordered desert wanted the apple crisp and was told it was five dollars more! Also we wanted our desert to go, so we only had two choices. Very disappointed with that. Parking was also a challenge , we had to be dropped off while my daughter looked for parking. As did everyone that came in! Also we had tried to get in the night before and they where booked only to find out in fact they where çlosed on a night they where schudeled to be open. Over all I was a little disappointed for 110.00 I would have expected a wow feeling and did not.
Over all it was good."
Over all it was good."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb food and service make
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Superb food and service make Avalon the best find in West Chester for over 5 years we have dined there. Whether ordering a la carte or the Tour of the Menu you will not be disappointed. Consistently a delight!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 44 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a wonderful 3-course Easter
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a wonderful 3-course Easter brunch for our family of 6. There were many items from which to choose; several of us found the frittatas especially good, but you could have picked almost anything and I'm sure you would have enjoyed it. Avalon also had all the fixin's needed for great Bloody Marys with BYOB vodka. Great service to boot! Very nice experience, as always."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 45 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We will be back! Food is always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We will be back! Food is always good and the ambience is always warm!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Once again, we had a great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Once again, we had a great meal at our favorite restaurant. There were 3 of us late on a Saturday evening and we ate at the chef's table right up near the kitchen area. Neat location! Everything was great, and, even though it was a busy night, our servers never missed a beat. If you're an olive lover, try the chili-cured olives as an appetizer or addition to an entree. Top notch. Avalon always delivers!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 47 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Avalon is a great place for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Avalon is a great place for dinner in WC. As long as I have lived in WC and dined out so often, I can't believe this was the first time there. The food was great, with a very nice and creative menu. The portions are a perfect size. The chef's menu is a god deal although we did not try it. I would definitely try it the next time. Definite place for foodies! The decor and ambiance were great, very classy yet low key. it was little noisy at times, but there was a large party near us, and they were having a great time. Who can blame them or the restaurant? The two fireplaces are very nice, although the one we were sitting next to was not in operation. The staff was excellent!! Very attentive, without being intrusive. I will be back for sure!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 48 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was a phenomenal find!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was a phenomenal find! We found it searching for a nice BYOB and fell into a foodies paradise! We enjoyed the 4 course menu tour and each dish was beyond expectations. There's nothing bad to say about the experience. They even had gluten free options for the pasta course and the manager checked on me to make sure the food allergies had been addressed throughout the meal. A definite 5 stars and we look forward to returning!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 49 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You will not be disappointed!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is easily my favorite restaurant - and the unmatched best - in the West Chester area and beyond. The food is outstanding, the service is wonderful, and the ambiance is just perfect. When you send every plate back utterly clean, you're saying something!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 50 for Avalon Restaurant - West Chester
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, Avalon is a fabulous restaurant to visit. The food is terrific both presentation and taste. Prices are respectible and size is just right - not so much that you can't eat it all, or so little that you are still hungry. Pace is nice too - not rushed, but no long pauses between the courses. And as a BYOB, this is just perfect."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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