Little Black Book of Restaurants 2019

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Don’t feel like making dinner? Don’t worry, Berks County’s restaurant scene has you covered no matter what you’re craving. In our 4th Annual Little Black Book of Restaurants, we’ve highlighted a few local eateries to get your search started. Hang on to it for reference year-round, especially for when out-oftown friends and relatives come to visit. There’s always something new to try popping up on the cuisine scene. And old favorites are favorites for a reason, right? Treat yourself this holiday season and beyond with a casual lunch, fine dining dinner, or something to go, and enjoy not cooking at home.

Enjoy!

Nikki M. Murry, Editor-in-Chief NMurry@BerksCountyLiving.com

Bonus! Make sure to check out our handy key for easy shorthand clues on who offers BYOB services, a children’s menu and more!

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Ganly’s Pub Located at the end of State Hill Road, just minutes from Blue Marsh, Ganly’s has friendly and knowledgeable staff who work hard to serve great food and perfect pints daily starting at 11am. At Ganly’s, we prepare pub fare with an Irish twist, while still serving up some traditional Berks County favorites. Every weekend, Chef Sean Davies works to create a featured appetizer and entrée special accompanied with our suggested beer pairing.

In addition to the from-scratch menu, we pride ourselves on our extensive selection of both draft and bottled craft beers from around the world, and we hold many firkin and tap takeover events throughout the year. All of our current beer selections are available on BeerMenus.com and Untappd.

You can join us in the pub, dining room or outside on the patio, and you can stay up to date with our events, live music schedule and weekend specials by following us on Facebook.

500 Brownsville Rd. • Sinking Spring • 610.678.2000 • ganlysirishpub.com

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Adelphia Seafood For more than 50 years, Adelphia Seafood has been your retailer for fresh and frozen seafood products. With more than 100 employees, we utilize multiple resources including a fresh fish processing department; a Purchasing, Sales, Warehouse and Transportation Team; and a production kitchen where our Director of Production, Quality Assurance and Research and Development Michael Martino crafts new recipes and ensures the needs and expectations of our seafood are met to best serve you as the customer.

Adelphia Seafood has built solid relationships with chefs and restaurant owners in Berks and surrounding areas, as well as the Mid-Atlantic region, to deliver the quality, service and selection you deserve. When you work together and know where your seafood is coming from, it can be a great asset to your menu. Seafood is central to a healthy population and a healthy planet.

Operating as a family-owned business dedicated to the community, we encourage you to buy local and sustainable at our three retail locations in West Lawn, Pottsville and at the Fairgrounds Farmers Market. CFO Ted Kuhn and President Jason Hurleman take pride in staying connected to our community and making a small difference to give back where we can, when we can.

Most recently, our sushi program has taken off with four base rolls — Salmon, Tuna, Shrimp and California — available from Thursday through Saturday, along with 12 specialty rolls that we rotate weekly in our retail stores.

Try something new! From soups to salads, dips, party trays, sushi trays, fresh or frozen fish, add more seafood to your diet and get to know us! Visit our website at adelphiaseafood.com, like us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram, and look for us at an event near you!

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Proudly Servicing the following Restaurants in Berks County Third and Spruce Café Aladdin Restaurant B2 Bistro and Bar Barbon’s Bar Beer Wall on Penn Belly Kitchen and Drinkery Berkshire Country Club Bistro 614 Blind Hartman’s Tavern Brickhouse Pub Brocmar Smokehouse Butler’s Pantry Café Waldorf Canal Street Pub and Restaurant Chatty Monks Brewing Co. Inc. Chef Alan’s West Reading Bistro Circle S Ranch House Crossroads Restaurant Crowne Plaza DoubleTree Hotel Flanagan’s Pub El Morro Café Francesca’s Pizzeria and Restaurant

Fratello’s Bar and Restaurant Ganly’s Pub Gianotti’s Country Manor Gino’s Grille Golden Oaks Country Club Gourmand Heritage of Green Hills The Highlands at Wyomissing The Hitching Post The Inn at Centre Park Joe’s Place Judy’s on Cherry Klinger’s at the Airport Klinger’s on Carsonia La Abuela La Casa De Los Pastelillos Lang Restaurant Liberty Alehouse Liberty Taproom Mi Casa Su Casa Monte Lauro Nino Pasta and Pizza Nitro Bar Oakbrook Brewing Company

Oliver’s Place Ozgood’s Robesonia / Kutztown Jimmie Kramer’s Peanut Bar Penn Werner Hotel Phoebe Berks The Pourhouse American Grille Red Plate Diner Rice Modern Thai Railroad House Salute Ristorante Italiano Tino’s Pizzeria & Bar Schmeck’s Villa Stoppers Steak and Ale Temple Family Restaurant Thai Cuisine Third Rail Bar and Restaurant The Tomcat Café The Ugly Oyster Willoughby’s on Park The Windsor Inn @ Shillington winedown cafe & wine bar Brickstone’s Mighty Fine Food & Spirits Coastal Grille BERKSCOUNT YLIVING.COM

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Austin’s Restaurant & Bar Austin’s Restaurant & Bar is a locally owned independent restaurant boasting an impeccable reputation since 1996. Known for its exceptional food and team service, this upscale-casual American restaurant is the go-to place in Berks.

The menu is one of wide appeal featuring steaks, seafood and pasta, including homemade soups, dressings, sauces, desserts and fresh-ground burgers. Visitors also enjoy a full-service bar with unique cocktails like house-infused pineapple vodka, custom cocktails and craft beers. Guest favorites include the Classic Cheeseburger, Prime Rib, Crab Cakes, Seared Ahi Tuna, Fresh Grilled Salmon, Apple Walnut Salad and our famous Baby Back Ribs.

The great food and atmosphere is accompanied by a team of professional and attentive waitstaff. Be assured that your experience will be one of excellence each and every time.

Whether you’re visiting for a special gathering, holiday celebration, quiet night out or quick bite, Austin’s remains a tried-and-true Berks eatery. Visit online for more about our daily specials.

1101 Snyder Rd. • West Lawn • 610.678.5500 • austinsrestaurant.com

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Coastal Grille In 2014, the owners of Austin’s Restaurant & Bar opened this seafood-themed, independent, locally owned dining establishment. Steeped in the same tradition of excellence in food and service, the Coastal Grille is setting a new standard for unique, scratch-made, bold, fresh food. The restaurant’s compilation of food, drinks and atmosphere was discovered traveling the coastal regions, leading to diverse, unique seafood- and non-seafood-related recipes.

The menu is chock-full of bold, flavorful selections guaranteed to please. We’re known for seafood favorites such as New England Clam Chowder, Lobster and Shrimp Dip, Pan-seared Scallops, Maine Lobster Roll, Baja Fish Tacos, classic Fish & Chips and fresh, grilled fish with five sauce and seasoning options. A powerful lineup of non-seafood offerings includes Island Wings, the Tower of Cobb Salad, Slow Roasted Baby Back Ribs, Grilled Ribeye, Key West Grilled Chicken, Classic Fried Chicken, Coastal Cheeseburger and more, offered in a classic yet comfortable environment. Visitors can also view our 800-gallon saltwater fish tank, visible throughout the restaurant. The large, inviting bar area serves up unique cocktails and more than 25 premium and craft beers. Our friendly and attentive waitstaff follow in the same tradition of excellent service established at Austin’s.

2713 N. Meridian Blvd. • Wyomissing • 610.743.4006 • coastalgrille.com

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The Pourhouse American Grille

If you are looking for a night out with the family, a date night, a birthday celebration, or just a few drinks with friends, the classy-casual Pourhouse American Grille is great for all occasions. Nights like Bottomless Seafood Tuesdays, Build-Your-Own Surf and Turf Thursdays, and Wine and Prime Rib Wednesdays put The Pourhouse on the map.

Thanks to local distributors, The Pourhouse is able to bring in fresh fish and house-cut prime steak to feature in the chef’s creations every weekend. With steak and seafood anchoring the menu, a variety of pasta dishes, chicken and veal also offer a unique flavor you’re bound to remember. That’s not all. The Pourhouse serves up a variety of half-pound angus burgers along with mouth-watering salads and appetizers. We strive to provide great food and exceptional service with each and every meal. An easy destination point from all areas, The Pourhouse is located at Routes 73 & 12, known as Breezy Corner.

3341 Pricetown Rd. • Fleetwood • 484.575.7097 pourhouseamericangrille.com

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brickstone’s Brickstone’s is another vision from the owners of Austin’s Restaurant and Coastal Grille. We are very proud of our reputation in Berks County, and our number-one goal is to continue to offer excellent food and service to our community.

Brickstone’s offers New American food with unique, hand-crafted cocktails in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

A look at the menu reveals familiar entrees and those expanding flavors and ingredients that are becoming more mainstream. From our All-American Meatloaf to our Shrimp Pad Thai Bowl, Smoked Salmon Salad and Braised Short Ribs, there’s something for everyone. Everything is freshly prepared from the finest ingredients. Our expansive bar and lounge offers craft beers, cocktails, and a touch levity, too.

Happy Hour is Mon-Fri from 5-7pm. We have a late-night bar menu as well. Our team service is attentive and dedicated to meeting guests’ needs.

Brickstone’s also provides three private or semi-private venues for events. Hope to see you soon!

901 Hill Avenue • Wyomissing • 610.985.0609 • brickstones.com

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Klinger’s The Klinger’s restaurants are a home-grown group of establishments featuring diverse menus, fresh food and a casual environment suitable for any occasion. They have won many awards around the area for their wings, burgers and chili; however, they have much more to offer than that.

Klinger’s on Carsonia is where it all started for the Klinger family when they opened in 2010. Located in the quaint Pennside community, the restaurant has become a local favorite as well as a destination for the entire county. The original establishment features great daily specials like Wednesday Steak Day and Thursday Seafood Day, along with new items every weekend. Klinger’s on Carsonia also offers entertainment most days, including music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. With 16 TVs, they are also the local choice for live sports entertainment.

Klinger’s of Fleetwood is located in the northern part of Berks County and features many similar menu items, but with a few local favorites added in for good measure. With 26 draft beer lines and a large variety 10

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of canned and bottled beers, this is Klinger’s best spot to grab some great, unique craft brews. Also featured is a large outdoor patio and an ice cream shop that serves spiked milkshakes!

Klinger’s at the Airport is located inside the Reading Regional Airport, but there’s no need to go through security to enjoy a great meal there. The location is the largest of the three and has become the place to go in Berks for wings. Sunday through Wednesday nights they offer all-you-can-eat wings and fries along with other daily specials. If you are looking for a fun place to start the weekend, stop out for their Friday Happy Hour from 5-7pm featuring live music and great food and drink specials.

Klinger’s on Carsonia 721 Carsonia Avenue Reading 610.985.0652 Klinger’s of Fleetwood 24 E. Main St. Fleetwood 484.575.8555 Klinger’s at the Airport 2385 Bernville Rd. Reading 484.869.2814 klingerspubs.com BERKSCOUNT YLIVING.COM

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Brewer’s Bar & Grill Brewer’s takes you back — deep into the history of Reading Breweries. Our full menu, including beer-inspired dishes, will have your tastebuds singing! From our house-smoked meats to our award-winning wings, seafood, pizza, salads, and much more, there is something for everyone. Eat in our recently renovated and expanded dining room or at our 30-seat bar. Enjoy takeout or delivery. Choose from 18 taps, more than 400 bottles of rotating craft beers, seasonal cocktails, and homemade sangria, or take home a mixed Pick-6 from our full self-service beer outlet. Catch all the games on our 31 HDTVs and play our original Pigskin Pick’em while watching the Sunday NFL ticket.

101 S. 3rd Avenue • Reading • 610.375.8760 • brewersbarandgrill.com

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SLY FOX TAPHOUSE The renovated Vanity Fair complex in Wyomissing includes some new gems that the community is really embracing, but none are as carefully crafted or have been as immediately accepted as the newest Sly Fox location. Situated in the very front of the reinvented development – a former outlet mall – Sly Fox at the Knitting Mills offers a diverse menu of handhelds and pizza creations from their state-of-the-art brick oven. Patrons gather in the bright and inviting new spot to watch sports on multiple televisions featuring NFL Sunday Ticket and including a 161-inch projection screen. All of that in one hip, new restaurant spot is pretty compelling, but the Wyomissing outpost also boasts a rotating tap list of the brewery’s award-winning fresh, craft beer and other select PA wines and spirits. A massive wrap-around deck with outdoor fireplaces accentuates a beautiful restoration of a classic structure, now home to everyone’s favorite local taphouse.

820 Knitting Mills Way • Ste. 100 • Wyomissing • 484.878.2154 • slyfoxbeer.com

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the bridge inn Pleasantville Enjoy dining at a relaxed, comfortable pace. All of our food is cooked to order, so sit back, unwind and enjoy our American cuisine.

Our large menu offers many freshly made appetizers and flatbreads that set the tone for our delicious entrees.

Our Martini Lounge upstairs offers live music on the weekends as well as your choice of more than 50 martinis.

You can also choose from a variety of specialty drinks, craft beers or wines to enjoy while your food is being prepared.

The vast entree selections include seafood, steak, pork, chicken and pasta as well as some vegetarian dishes from Jane, our vegetarian chef on staff. Our Features Menu with special dishes changes weekly, so there’s always something new to try. Reservations are normally needed, especially on the weekends, as we tend to fill up quickly.

Check out our Facebook page to see our latest specials, events and the live music appearing at the Martini Lounge.

Rt. 73 & Covered Bridge Road • Pleasantville • 610.689.5818 bridgeinnpleasantville.com

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Dans at Green Hills Dans at Green Hills is the Reading area’s finest restaurant. Whether for a special occasion for two, dinner with friends, a family celebration, or a business meeting, there is no need to travel far, as we will deliver the finest in service and food right here in your own backyard. Dans is open seven days a week for dinner and serves lunch the two weeks before Christmas. We offer four additional dining rooms for private parties or dinner meetings; 8 to 60 people can easily be accommodated with the utmost privacy. Getting married and looking for an intimate, yet upscale, venue? Reach out to us! We host weddings for 15-65 individuals in attendance. While we do provide true fine dining service, we strive to be as friendly and attentive as possible. In addition to a new bar and outdoor dining area, Dans also has the largest wine list in Berks County. Call 610.777.9611 to make reservations for your next event or dining experience.

2444 Morgantown Rd. • Reading • 610.777.9611 • dansatgreenhills.com

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Summit view Restaurant Summit View restaurant sits on top of a hill overlooking the Appalachian Mountain range in Summit Station, Pa. New ownership has brought a modernized feel to a restaurant that has always been incredibly popular with the locals. People travel to see the mountains and to drink local microbrews as they contemplate which weekly feature to choose from, including Lobster Mac & Cheese, Coffee Encrusted NY Strip, wing night every Thursday and brunch on Sundays starting at 11am. Beer lovers will never be disappointed because there are 21 taps to choose from, all hooked into a state-of-the-art glycol nitro tap system. Summit View has the ability to entertain 150 of your closest friends for events or just for an intimate table for two. If you’re looking for something light to eat, Summit View also offers a fun bar scene with plenty of pub grub items to enjoy.

934 S. Route 183 • Schuylkill Haven • 570.754.5421 • summitviewrestaurant.net

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Flanagan’s pub Since 1982, the Flanagan’s family and staff have made their local pub a favorite destination to gather for great food and spirits in the Berks County area. We serve up everything your tastebuds desire, including pub grub (like our famous wings), homemade soups, prime rib, filet mignon and the freshest seafood available. The pub offers a wide variety of draft beers, including Guinness and seasonal and craft beers. In addition to seating in the pub area, we offer a separate dining area in our “downstairs,” which is also available for private events. Seating is also available seasonally on our pub patio, as weather permits. Reservations are recommended. Live entertainment is offered most weekends. Visit us for after-work and late-night Happy Hours Monday through Friday and draft and dining specials every day. Visit flanaganpub.com or contact us directly for more details.

41 W. Lancaster Avenue • Shillington • 610.777.6401 • flanaganpub.com

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Jimmy G’s

Beverly hills tavern Beverly Hills Tavern has been serving Berks as a local favorite bar and restaurant going back as far as anyone can remember. And its historic 200-year-old main building still serves as the focus of a warm and friendly casual fine dining experience like no other. Over the years, Beverly Hills Tavern has grown to provide a complete package of dining and entertainment experiences. From dining in the Old Tavern with its iconic walk-in fireplace, to enjoying your favorite game in our newly renovated Sports Bar or a summer cocktail and some live music at our unique outside Beach Bar (complete with a beach area for the kids), Beverly Hills has something for everyone.

New Executive Chef Josh Hilt offers a full menu of his favorites as well as daily specials, AYCE specials and the area’s best Sunday Brunch Buffet. The Tavern can accommodate large parties and smaller groups alike. From class reunions to wedding receptions or private gatherings on our Beach Bar Party Boat, we can do it all — all year long. If you haven’t been to Jimmy G’s Beverly Hills Tavern lately, come see what everyone is talking about.

710 Old Friztown Rd. • sinking spring • 610.777.4516 • beverlyhillstavern.biz

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Café Sweet Street A locavore concept, Café Sweet Street offers spectacular breakfast and lunch menus featuring made-from-scratch signature dishes all from pure, locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy handcrafted breakfast sandwiches and freshly prepared omelets, choosing from ingredients such as farm fresh eggs and a variety of veggies. Mid-day, Café Sweet Street provides a lunchtime oasis with signature sandwiches and fresh, create-your-own salads. Enjoy the California Turkey Sandwich with avocado, sweet pea shoots, and roasted red pepper pesto on grilled whole grain bread or nosh on a Dundore & Heister Burger, personalized by you and cooked to perfection; it’s the best burger around. Not to mention a stunning display of gourmet desserts. Can’t get away from the office for a sit-down meal?

No worries. You can order online and pick it up to go!

A true destination, the welcoming atmo­sphere is complete with an industrial-chic design, sights of modern, locally commissioned artwork accented by the variety of wood and metal. On warm, sunny days enjoy the terrace, inspired by The High Line in New York City, complete with aggregate glass specked concrete flooring, cable railings and a living green screen for privacy. A Marra Forni pizza oven takes center stage and freshly baked piz­zas are served in a flash.

722 Heisters Lane • Reading • 610.929.0616 • cafesweetstreet.com

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ADVERTISER INDEX Adelphia Seafood..........................................................................................4, 5 Austin’s Restaurant & Bar................................................................................6 Brewer’s Bar & Grill..........................................................................................12 Brickstone’s.........................................................................................................9 The Bridge Inn Pleasantville..........................................................................14 Café Sweet Street............................................................................................19 Coastal Grille....................................................................................................... 7 Dans at Green Hills...........................................................................................15 Flanagan’s Pub................................................................................................. 17 Ganly’s Pub.......................................................................................................... 3 Jimmy G’s Beverly Hills Tavern......................................................................18 Klinger’s ...................................................................................................... 10, 11 The Pourhouse American Grille.......................................................................8 Sly Fox Taphouse..............................................................................................13 Summit View Restaurant...............................................................................16

To reserve your spot in the 2020-2021 edition, contact Robyn Jones at RJones@BerksCountyLiving.com.