The best restaurants in Chester County

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

1205 E Lancaster Ave (Downingtown)

This vintage stable-turned-eatery serves a New American brasserie-style menu, with a full bar.

1300 W Strasburg Rd (West Chester)

Hip hangout with rotating tap list & extensive bottle menu along with a Sunday comfort-food brunch.

207 W Lancaster Ave (Downingtown)

Simple restaurant offering popular Asian fare including sushi, teriyaki dishes & Thai noodles.

10 W Market St (West Chester)

New American restaurant with a warm interior, featuring a menu with international influences.

108 E State St (Kennett Square)

Clubby bar/eatery in a strip mall preparing inventive sushi rolls, Asian entrees & sake cocktails.

801 Gap Newport Pike (Avondale)

Counter-serve chain for made-to-order burritos, quesadillas & other California-style Mexican fare.

420 Schuylkill Rd (Phoenixville)

Small, down-to-earth Mexican option fixing up tacos, enchiladas & other traditional eats.

180 Bridge St (Phoenixville)

Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

390 Schuylkill Rd (Phoenixville)

Contemporary Pan-Asian eatery serving creative sushi rolls, sashimi & familiar Chinese dishes.

131 Bridge St (Phoenixville)

Philly-born counter-serve sandwich chain known for its hefty hoagies built on sesame-seed rolls.

700 Nutt Rd Ste 712 Ste 712 (Phoenixville)

Warm, casual restaurant & raw bar featuring traditional American fare & classic cocktails.

2904 Conestoga Rd (Glenmoore)

Philly-born counter-serve sandwich chain known for its hefty hoagies built on sesame-seed rolls.

351 W Schuylkill Rd Ste A8 (Pottstown)

Contemporary chain specializing in pizza, hot & cold subs & a variety of cheesesteaks.

5006 Horseshoe Pike (Honey Brook)

Easygoing chain pizzeria supplying custom pies, plus pastas, sandwiches & sides.

18 W Main St (Elverson)

Rustic-chic hub serving small & large American plates & craft beers in a 1746 building with a patio.

1164 Valley Forge Rd (Wayne)

Chain outpost of a relaxed Irish pub featuring pints, familiar bar eats & live entertainment.

197 Bridge St (Phoenixville)

Chic spot with a menu of meat & seafood dishes along with happy hours & live entertainment.

125 W Market St (West Chester)

Elegant eatery offering a gourmet seafood-centric menu along with a huge wine list & Sunday brunch.

2105 Kimberton Rd (Kimberton)

This BYOB serves American bistro fare at lunch, dinner & Sunday brunch in a cozy, colorful space.

248 Bridge St (Phoenixville)

Delivery, carryout & dine-in chain offering a wide range of pizzas, plus a variety of other dishes & sides.

140 Rainbow Rd (Coatesville)

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

1039 Lincoln Hwy E (Coatesville)

Casual chain offering a broad menu of Mexican standards, including guacamole made tableside.

186 Onix Dr (Kennett Square)

Casual Mexican restaurant & bar featuring live mariachi bands weekly, with banquet space available.

9173 Gap Newport Pike (Avondale)

Refined restaurant with an outdoor patio serving traditional Italian fare including pasta & pizza.

114 E State St (Kennett Square)

Rustic tavern-style pub serves beer & British eats has a minimal corkage fee for wine & spirits.

1383 N Chatham Rd (Coatesville)

Dilworthtown Inn's American bistro serves elevated comfort fare in updated 18th-century digs.

275 Brintons Bridge Rd (West Chester)

Homey spot serving soul food such as fried chicken, mac 'n' cheese, pulled pork & collard greens.

607 E Market St (West Chester)

Easygoing joint offering slow-smoked meats & sandwiches, plus homemade desserts & weekend breakfast.

1664 W Doe Run Rd (Kennett Square)

Homey, family-owned fixture providing brick-oven pies along with hearty Italian & American staples.

1492 E Schuylkill Rd (Pottstown)

Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.

289 Swedesford Rd (Wayne)

Colorful, cozy cafe serving soups, salads & sandwiches to raise money for pet rescue efforts.

42 Berkley Rd (Devon)

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

299 Swedesford Rd #2 (Wayne)

Longtime no-frills spot for traditional pies & unique oblong open-faced stromboli plus cheesesteaks.

521 Lancaster Ave (Berwyn)

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

267 Swedesford Rd (Wayne)

Relaxed BBQ joint featuring slow-cooked, dry-rubbed meats, classic sides & a BYOB policy.

309 Lancaster Ave (Malvern)

Bistro on Bridge brings an inventive menu of burgers, sandwiches and shareables, a deep craft beer list, cocktails with fresh-pressed…

212 Bridge St (Phoenixville)

1800s stagecoach inn is now an American eatery best known for gourmet hot dogs, with a bar & lounge.

2949 W Lincoln Hwy (East Fallowfield Township)