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134 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 134 reviews
5 stars
(25)
4 stars
(53)
3 stars
(31)
2 stars
(20)
1 star
(5)
Food
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(62)
- fit for foodies(43)
- great for outdoor dining(32)
- vibrant bar scene(29)
- good for groups(27)
- great for lunch(27)
The Saint James Reviews List
Review 1 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Just Ok and Way Overpriced
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"St. James is not awful, but it's not good. Really too bad as its a good location. Menu is a bit all over the place; food is generally bland and unimaginative; portion sizes are small; and prices are high, especially given the portions and quality. Party of three I dined with had 2 apps, 1 salad, 2 entrees, and a few drinks. Apps were just ok; salad was decent; one entree (Fettucine) was tasteless and the other (Brisket) was ok, but nothing special. All in all, it is a menu where you find there is nothing on it you want to order and then when the food arrives it is disappointing and nothing that an average home cook couldn't far outdo. Service is more like what you'd expect in a Chili's rather than a decent restuarant. Won't go back."
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
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Review 2 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice bar menu
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love going to St James. Food good, service good. Enjoyed the bar menu. Can have a nice plates for a good value."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 3 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Great Rainy Night Dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A friend and I decided to head out for a dinner. We chose The Saint James and had a lovely evening. The food was delicious, especially the lobster role, well actually, the beet salad was also quite yummy."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I enjoyed my salmon dish so much that I ordered the Caesar salad too, which was also delicious! Service was gracious and generous. Lovely place, will definitely return!"
Dined on 5/29/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceeded Expectations
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"All I can say is outstanding! Food and service were wonderful! Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
expensive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although it tasted good - four little scallops for more than twenty dollars is not justified."
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 7 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Finally GREAT food on Main Line
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"St. James was terrific! After reading the LeBan review, I wasn't sure what to expect. Boy was that guy wrong - must have had something against the place. I visited for lunch and had the brisket sandwich. Delicious! My guest had the burger and we split an order of the raviolis and flat bread pizza. Everything was excellent. The warm chocolate chip cookies were a wonderful way to top things off. I can't tell you how impressed I was with St. James. FINALLY - we have a place for good food on the Main Line. I will certainly be going back soon."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 8 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice addition to the neighborhood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I thought the food was good and the server quite attentive. I think this place gets a bad rap. I'm glad I tried it and will definitely go back."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First Time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We booked the ST JAMES with no knowledge of the restaurant or even menu as none was available.We were pleasantly surprised - location is great with lots of parking, food was really good - great lobster roll, corn lobster bisque was amazing, and one in our party had a hardy breakfast. Everyone was very happy! Wait staff was very friendly and service was great. It was crowded so we anticipated slow service but not the case. Would definitely go again"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 10 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise ruins otherwise great meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was delicious. Service nice. But the noise at this place makes it impossible to have a conversation with your dinner partner 12 inches away!!! Both the main dining room and the bar have the same issue. I have dined here a few times - lunch is better but the whole experience would be greatly improved with some rugs and sound tiles. We won't be back until they fix this."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 11 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Gave it one last chance...
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I really want to like it here; we have such limited options on the main line, and the location is great. However, this was my 5th and last time. I kept going back not because it was any good, but rather because I kept feeling like they deserved another chance, that maybe they had improved. Sadly, no. Service was gruff and snooty, the food took FOREVER to arrive (and though it was lunch time there were maybe only 10 other people there). When the food did arrive it was mediocre. The ambiance is a bit stark and uninteresting, and the accoustics are horrible! Too many hard surfaces, no padding. The sound just bounces off of every surface and it is almost impossible to hear your table mates! Can't imagine how this place will survive."
Dined on 5/13/2013
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Review 12 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Graduation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were very happy with the St. James on 5/11/2013. However since it was a graduation celebration, i had called earlier that week to see if we could bring our own wine as mentioned on the website. The hostess said 'yes, but there would be a corkage fee. I said fine'. When we asked our waiter to open the bottles of wine, he said that they don't allow outside wines. I told him that i had called and it was ok. So my husband went to the hostess and asked again and she said 'it was fine to open'. However our waiter said 'no' that was wrong. We were quite disappointed since it was a special occasion! We would return ...food was delicious and ambiance was great!
Christine, Clinton ,NJ"
Christine, Clinton ,NJ"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 13 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, attentive staff, pretty interior, loud room (not good for a romantic meal or conversation) very, very small portions with a big price tag."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 14 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Getting better
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our sixth time here and but we are usually go when it's slower and the food has improved but it was very slow getting our food . Seafood platter seems to be a go to item . Asparagus over cooked and tomato and mozz seem like they have the thought of a side dish. Server was good."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 15 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My daughter took me to an early Mother's Day lunch. We were really disappointed with the food.....lobster roll with very chewy lobster....smoked salmon/bagel platter with stringy salmon. Our server was wonderful and the restaurant is very attractive."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 16 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Appetizing selection
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for brunch and were seated in the bar area. The room was bright and comfortable. We decided to get a selection of appetizers for the meal, including tuna tartare, pork belly "sandwich" and duck confit flatbread. All were tasty. The tuna was a bit mushy. The pork belly had layers of delicious flavor including a sweet root beer barbeque sauce. The duck confit flatbread was a wonderful comibination with carmelized onions. Overall, it was a nice dining experience. I'll be back."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch
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Review 17 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Better than I expected
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Some of previous reviews were not very positive. However, we had a very positive experience. The Calamari and tuna tartare appetizers were delicious. My salmon was prepared as ordered, medium rare and ver moist. My guests had mushroom pasta and brisket. My only comment would be that the brisket dish might have been a bit larger considering the price."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 18 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Our meal was absurdly late
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our meal was absurdly late in being served. Our waiter apologized, saying they were overwhelmed by a large party of 30, but I kind of doubt that was the real issue. Probably they were understaffed, someone crucial missing in the kitchen. Although they gave us a break on our tab, I would not return again."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2007
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Review 19 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Overall disappointing. The restaurant itself is very attractive. The menu is nice though a little over priced for the entrees. I could live with the pricing if the food were excellent and the service better. I could not understand how at 6:45 pm on a Friday the restaurant could be out of a shrimp lettuce cup appetizer. How could a restaurant serve dinner rolls without at least asking if we wanted butter or olive oil. Mahi mahi taco appetizer was delicious, though portion was incredibly small for the price. Was told that if I ordered burger medium, enter would be pink - actually was well done - no pink or red. Kitchen must be overwhelmed - with restaurant half full - service was slow."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Ok food, great ambiance.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food really was strictly average. Nothing bad, nothing outstanding. Service was good.
But I loved the dining room decor."
But I loved the dining room decor."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2004
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Review 21 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not especially worth it.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was basically disappointed with our meal at this restaurant. It frankly felt like it was their first night being open- though of course it was not. For instance, the bread comes without butter, then when you ask for it, they refer to your request as, "extra butter." The appetizers come out alarmingly quick, but then aren't really as they're described. The "charred Spanish octopus," had a delicious flavor but had not been grilled at all. Yes, the charred octopus has no char what-so-ever on it. The crab flat bread comes with- though incredibly fresh- completely unseasoned crab. The menu appears to suggest that sides come a-la-carte- yet some dishes come with lots of sides. Amateurish acting restaurants shouldn't serve $75 a head meals."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 22 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Second time dinning at The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Second time dinning at The Saint James. Very good food, service, and general overall experence. Highly recommend."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Attractive space but incredibly
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Attractive space but incredibly noisy on the Friday night that we went for the first
time. People I know who have been there for lunch have said nice at that time of day."
time. People I know who have been there for lunch have said nice at that time of day."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
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Review 24 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Third time there. Every dish
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Third time there. Every dish has been excellent."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 25 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was better than previous
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was better than previous visits, Go for the pasta. My wife's pasta with lobster was excellent. Unfortunately my "medium" burger was beyond well done. It was just a puck of dry beef with a thick charred crust."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 26 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Just ok
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although the place itself was lovely and our waitress was very friendly, the food was just nothing special. Especially at the very high price it came at. $25 for beef brisket with 5 gnocchi? It was a smaller menu and the food tasted like something I could have easily made in my own kitchen."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 27 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Thought this place would be
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Thought this place would be a lot better. Our waiter was non social and cranky, our food was soso. What I didn't understand was that I made a reservation online and it gave me 4 time slots. 6 & 6:15 or 8& 8:30. I chose 6:15. We arrived and the place was empty. It didn't start filling up until 7:30 when we left. Why didn't it offer us additional time slots such as 7:00?"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly
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Review 28 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I have been to this restaurant
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been to this restaurant many times. They recently introduced a new menu, which is OK, but execution has slipped. The food was very disappointing. After defending the restaurant, I now agree with Craig Laban’s review--no bells."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
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Review 29 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Don't believe all of the garbage
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Don't believe all of the garbage you read about St. James. For some reason, the press decided to pile on. I have eaten here many times and have always enjoyed the food and the experience. Is it five-star dining? No, and it doesn't claim to be. But is it among the best available in the vast food wasteland known as the Main Line? Oh yes."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2004
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Review 30 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Much Room for Improvement
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Business lunch there in April 2013. Kitchen does not meet expectations. Service friendly but overattentive. Too much server time at the table. Not sure what kind of place St. James is trying to be--upscale Applebees or fine dining. Was not a great place for a business lunch. Room largely populated with moms and children making a racket. It's still new and seems to be evolving. Plate is the only nearby competition, so I'm hoping the owners find their niche and the kitchen finds its footing."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2006
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 31 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
New favorite.llenroc5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great looking dining room. Vibrant bar. And something for everyone on the menu. What a find!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 32 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food and service were good,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service were good, not great. Eggs benedict w/home fries which were SALTY! The eggs were on regular ham (not Canadian bacon) and that was good. Hollandaise sauce was skimpy and not particularly lemony, which I prefer. Service was ok, several times we had to ask for butter and bread until it finally appeared. It IS a pleasant ambience and cheerful and has a nice crowd of families and couples and groups of friends...I think we could have done better from a financial and quality point of view."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 33 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Try it!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fun new place. Happy we went!! We will return!!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 34 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Happy we went
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I saw some contrasting reviews on Open Table, but decided to try it anyway and I am so glad I did! The menu is lovely and the food does not disappoint. The service was impeccable - attentive, but not overly. It got a little noisy as the night progressed. With a little appropriately placed carpeting or soft art, they could probably do something to dampen the conversation noise. But the good news is people were having a great time. A little pricey, but not out of line for the rather expensive Main Line. We'll be back."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 35 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The fava bean ravioli appetizer
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The fava bean ravioli appetizer was great. Steak was OK.
The cocktails could use some work. For me, they are too sweet and half-hearted. In this neighborhood, it's hard to find a good restaurant with a cocktail bar. Usually, either the food is really good and it's BYOB, or there are drinks, but the restaurant is otherwise ho-hum. If the drinks could improve, and the menu were tweaked, this place would kill.
The wait staff was very attentive and pleasant."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 36 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Just not great food. The location
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Just not great food. The location is a gem, right in the heart of the Lower Main Line. Outdoor seating when the weather improves will be fantastic. The restaurant is attractive. The Kale salad is not exciting. My daughter would not eat the fish tacos, they just did not taste good. There is no imagination to the menu. The bread served at the table was delicious. I would like the idea of having a number of different flatbread dishes to choose. Moore healthy soups, as kale and white bean....we want healthy on the Main Line!!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2009
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Review 37 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
closer but still no cigar
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This visit was significantly better than our last one, after which we would not have returned except for the staff changes shortly thereafter. Sadly, our family of 5 was once again crammed into a booth designed for 4 with an extra chair stuck in the aisle, and 2 of our family members are clearly too large to sit comfortably in such close quarters. As before, the place was never even half full - so there was once again no excuse for not putting us at a larger table. The food was fine but nothing was outstanding, and our servers were extremely nice and attentive. The push to sell is clear, e.g. I was asked at least half a dozen times if I wanted another beer after I'd politely said that I was only having one. It doesn't feel successful yet."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 38 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A big improvement in food,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A big improvement in food, service, and management concerns for satisfaction."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2003
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Review 39 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was fresh and delicious.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was fresh and delicious. Waiter was excellent."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 40 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
3 of us had the brisket which
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"3 of us had the brisket which was tasteless and fatty. 1 person had the hamburger and enjoyed it."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2008
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Review 41 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
iT WAS VERY GOOD BUT VERY
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"iT WAS VERY GOOD BUT VERY VERY PRICEY FOR WHAT YOU GOT."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 42 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my third visit. I have enjoyed the lunch menu tremendously. Fresh salads and flatbreads."
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 43 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Limited menu; not the same
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Limited menu; not the same as on website was a little disappointing."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Somewhat over-priced for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Somewhat over-priced for quality/quantity of dinner, e.g., $25 for spaghetti w/ paucity of lobster pieces mixed in. Attentive and friendly waitstaff."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2008
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Review 45 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Saint James has become
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Saint James has become our "Go-To" Place in the Main Line; especially for Sunday brunch!"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
St James was good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was good, service was all over us. I especially liked the music. I would definitely go back again, and especially when warmer weather hits to sit outside in the courtyard area. Plus they served Peroni Beer."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
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Review 47 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very happy to have this practically
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very happy to have this practically in my back yard. Hopefully this will make other restaurants in suburban square step up their game . CAnt believe this was the old Victoria's Secret . Well done on all fronts"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
When this restuarant opened
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When this restuarant opened the mushroom soup was the best I have ever eaten. Last night it was the worst I've ever eaten- how is that possible???"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
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Review 49 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The reviews aside, it was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The reviews aside, it was terrific!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for The Saint James
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We sat in the 'dining area'
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We sat in the 'dining area' side but this still felt like a sports pub trying to dress up. I say 'pub' because it kind of had this weird plaid/floral mix in the decor so I guess it was trying to be Scottish? Great that it had a kids menu, but I just don't think it knows what exactly it wants to be."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2011
Special Features: kid-friendly
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