The Refectory

4.6

989 reseñas

De $31 a $50

Americana contemporánea

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2 personas

3 ene 2025

7:00 p.m.

Reservado 48 veces hoy

Bueno para ocasiones especiales
Bueno para comidas de negocios
Ideal para grupos

The Refectory is a stunning New American restaurant located on Lancaster Avenue in Villanova. The menu features modern and upscale interpretations of American comfort classics such as homemade pastas, wood-fired flatbreads, a raw bar, craft cocktails and specialty homemade desserts. Our kitchen's philosophy is to keep it simple and straightforward, with a lot of thought and technique put behind each dish and ingredient.

The Refectory is open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. We validate parking in the I-1 garage across the street. For parties of 9 or more guests, please contact the restaurant directly by calling (610) 519-5786 or by emailing info@refectorynova.com. Please call or email with any questions and we will return your message.

Áreas del restaurante

Información adicional

Ambiente
Casual elegante
Precios
De $31 a $50
Cocinas
Americana contemporánea, Bar de cócteles, Bar de ostras
Horarios
Desayuno tardío Sáb, Dom 10:30–15:00 Almuerzo Lun–Vie 11:30–15:00 Cena Lun–Jue, Dom 15:00–22:00 Vie, Sáb 15:00–23:00 "Happy Hour" Todos los días 16:00–18:00
Número de teléfono
(610) 519-5786
Página web
http://www.refectorynova.com/
Opciones de pago
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Ropa informal
Chef ejecutivo
Biff Gottehrer, Michael Murray
Instalaciones para eventos privados
We offer several private and semi-private dining and event options. The private President's Dining Room accommodates up to 14 guests for a seated function, while semi-private areas of our dining room can be set up for guests ranging from 25-80. Inquire for restaurant buyouts. Contact our Event Director, Devin Simpson at devin@refectorynova.com

Ubicación
862 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, 19085 PA
Zona
Villanova
Intersección en calle
Ithan Ave
Parking details
Estacionamiento público
Public transit
PARKING GARAGE INFORMATION: Parking is only available across the street from The Refectory at the Villanova I-1 Parking Garage located on South Ithan Avenue. There are no timing restrictions for vehicles parked at the I-1 Parking Garage for guests dining at The Refectory. The rates are as follows: the 1st hour is free, two hours is $2, and up to four hours is $5. Currently, we do not validate parking. Upon entry, pull a ticket and park on any of the first 3 floors. A pay machine accepting cash and credit is located by the Main Pedestrian Entrance/Exit on Floor 2. The exit lanes only accept credit cards and do not accept cash. To get to the Refectory from the Parking Garage from Floor 2, use the pedestrian walkway across Ithan Avenue. The Refectory is located in The Commons, the stone mixed-use residential and commercial building on the corner of Ithan & Lancaster Avenue. Look for restaurant signage and call us at 610-519-5786 if you have any issues
Adicional
Acceso para silla ruedas, Almuerzo de fin de semana, Bar / Sala pública, Bar completo, Cargo por descorche, Cervezas, Cócteles, Opciones libres de gluten, Para no fumadores, Salón privado, Vinos

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Platos populares

Menú

Dessert

Ricotta DoughnutsUSD 11.00
seasonal jam, nutella
Peanut Butter CakeUSD 11.00
housemade rocky road ice cream, peanut butter ganache, chocolate sauce
Cosmic Deep Dish BrownieUSD 11.00
fudge, chocolate chip candy
Bread PuddingUSD 11.00
housemade rum raisin ice cream, fig & red wine reduction
Autumn TartUSD 17.00
Apple, pear, housemade cream cheese ice cream, salted caramel bourbon sauce
Black Forest Chocolate TartUSD 11.00
cherry mousse, cherry puree, chocolate ganache
TiramisuUSD 11.00
a traditional favorite!

Amaro

AvernaUSD 15.00
BraulioUSD 15.00
CardamaroUSD 13.00
Contratto FernetUSD 11.00
CynarUSD 10.00
Fernet BrancaUSD 12.00
Lazzaroni AmaroUSD 12.00
Meletti AmaroUSD 11.00
MontenegroUSD 14.00
NoninoUSD 21.00
Santa MariaUSD 11.00
SfumatoUSD 10.00
UnderbergUSD 7.00

Port

Quinta RubyUSD 9.00
Quinta TawnyUSD 9.00
Quinta WhiteUSD 9.00

Sherry

El Maestro Sierra PXUSD 19.00
El Maestro FinoUSD 17.00
Aurora AmontilladoUSD 13.00
Aurora ManzanillaUSD 15.00
Aurora OlorosoUSD 15.00

Brandy

Ansac CognacUSD 10.00
Chte. de Pellehaut ArmangacUSD 15.00
Gilles Brisson Cognac VSUSD 13.00
Gilles Brisson Cognac VSOPUSD 20.00
Gilles Brisson Cognac XOUSD 47.00
Laird's Bonded Apple BrandyUSD 12.00
Resurgent Apple BrandyUSD 18.00
Sibona Madeira GrappaUSD 10.00

Other Tasty Treats

DisaronnoUSD 10.00
FrangelicoUSD 12.00
Five Farms Irish CreamUSD 11.00
Meletti ChocolateUSD 10.00
Meletti LimoncelloUSD 10.00
Pineau des CharentesUSD 14.00
SambucaUSD 12.00

Backyard Beans Coffee

DripUSD 6.00
EspressoUSD 7.00
CappuccinoUSD 7.00
LatteUSD 7.00

Organic Hot Tea

English Breakfast
Decaf Earl Grey
Green
African Nectar
Mint
Chamomile

Lo que dicen 989 personas

Calificaciones y reseñas generales

Solo los comensales que han comido en este restaurante pueden realizar reseñas

4.6

4.6 de acuerdo a calificaciones recientes

4.5Comida
4.6Servicio
4.6Ambiente
4.3Valor

Ruido • Moderado

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Suburbios occidentales
Americana contemporánea

1,157 reseñas

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Audrey
VIP
New Jersey
19 reseñas
2.0
19 reseñas
Comieron hace 1 día
1. Global 2
2. Comida 1
3. Servicio 4
4. Ambiente 2
The food wasn’t of good quality. Signage could have been better. Staff was not welcoming or friendly. We were seated in the back by the kitchen. It looked like other tables were available.
The RefectoryRespuesta enviada hoy
Thanks for the review, Audrey. We're sorry to hear that your experience at The Refectory didn't meet your expectations. We take your comments about the quality of our food and the location of your table into consideration as we continuously strive to improve. We also appreciate your feedback on our staff's demeanor and we'll take it into consideration to improve our overall service. We hope to have another chance to serve you better in the future.
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J
John
VIP
Filadelfia
24 reseñas
3.0
24 reseñas
Comieron hace 2 días
1. Global 3
2. Comida 2
3. Servicio 4
4. Ambiente 4
We’ve eaten at the Refectory several times and this is the first time the food was disappointing. It was New Year’s Eve, however, none of the dishes were good. The short rib flat bread was the best part. The Halibut special was so overcooked and dried out not even the red pepper purée could save it. The filet mignon (ordered medium) came sliced, why? It made the meat, which was overcooked, dry as any juices had already run out. The Yule Log dessert special tasted like you were eating fudge since the frosting was hard, thick, and fudge-like. The Brûléed Citrus tart was not Brûléed in any fashion and the filling was as runny as melted ice cream. Drinks were the only good part. One note to the restaurant; since you do validate parking for the garage, why do the servers not ask for your parking ticket to get it stamped for you when you pay the bill or at least mention this fact to you so that you can take care of it yourself? Why do you have to notice a tiny little sign at the check-in desk to take advantage of this courtesy?
The RefectoryRespuesta enviada hace 1 día
Hello John, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at The Refectory. It's disappointing to know that our dishes didn't meet your expectations, especially on such a special occasion like New Year's Eve. We appreciate your feedback regarding the short rib flat bread, halibut special, and filet mignon. We always aim to deliver the best food and your comments will help us improve. We're glad that you found our drinks to be good. However, we regret that our desserts didn't meet your expectations. We'll certainly take your feedback into account as we continually strive to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best, The Management Team
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K
Kristen
VIP
Filadelfia
172 reseñas
5.0
172 reseñas
Comieron hace 3 días
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
I wish I could remember our waiter’s name. It was our first time there and he was fantastic. This place is definitely a hidden gem. Food is excellent and drinks were impressive and tasty. We tried several things and have absolutely nothing bad to say about any of the dishes I love that they make all their own pasta nice diverse menu so even your pickiest eater can find something
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S
Stephen
Filadelfia
3 reseñas
5.0
3 reseñas
Comieron hace 6 días
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
Hosted family from Boston for the holidays, everything was excellent from beginning to end will definitely be back.
The RefectoryRespuesta enviada hoy
Thanks for visiting us, Stephen! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had an excellent experience at The Refectory during your family's holiday visit. It's always our pleasure to provide excellent food and service. We noticed your rating on value and we're always working to provide the best experience for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best, The Management Team
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G
Gail
Filadelfia
3 reseñas
5.0
3 reseñas
Comieron hace 7 días
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
The service was excellent and the food delicious. We like to come also because the acoustics are good and we can enjoy good conversation!
The RefectoryRespuesta enviada hace 3 días
Thanks for the feedback, Gail! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the service and food at The Refectory. It's wonderful to know that our acoustics and the opportunity for good conversation added to your experience. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests. Looking forward to your next visit!
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R
Richard
Gran Boston
1 reseña
5.0
1 reseña
Comieron en 21 de diciembre de 2024
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
Always excellent food and great service in a cozy, comfortable setting
The RefectoryRespuesta enviada hace 3 días
Hello Richard, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the food and service at The Refectory. We strive to create a cozy, comfortable setting for our guests, and it's wonderful to know we hit the mark with you. We appreciate your feedback on the value and we're always looking for ways to improve. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team
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B
Bonnie
Nueva York
13 reseñas
4.0
13 reseñas
Comieron en 18 de diciembre de 2024
1. Global 4
2. Comida 4
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
Potato and Leek soup was excellent. A little noisy though. Hard to have a conversation
The RefectorySe respondió el 19 de diciembre de 2024
Thanks for the review, Bonnie! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our potato and leek soup. We appreciate your feedback about the noise level and will look into how we can make your next visit even more enjoyable. We look forward to serving you again soon!
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b
bob
VIP
Atlantic City
22 reseñas
5.0
22 reseñas
Comieron en 17 de diciembre de 2024
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
we had a great time and a great meal. the place was full and it is a great place to eat before a Nova game
The RefectorySe respondió el 19 de diciembre de 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time and meal at The Refectory. We're delighted that you enjoyed the ambiance and food before a game. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team
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D
Debbie
Nueva York
2 reseñas
5.0
2 reseñas
Comieron en 17 de diciembre de 2024
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
Excellent atmosphere and food. We had an excellent time before a Villanova game.
The RefectorySe respondió el 19 de diciembre de 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent time before a Villanova game at The Refectory. It's great to know that you enjoyed our atmosphere and food. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for all our guests and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team
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D
Dorothy
Filadelfia
2 reseñas
4.0
2 reseñas
Comieron en 17 de diciembre de 2024
1. Global 4
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 3
4. Ambiente 5
So nice inside but waited 45 minutes for someone to help us - good long for a mid day lunch
The RefectoryRespuesta enviada hace 3 días
Thanks for visiting us, Dorothy. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our interior design. However, we're sorry to hear about the wait you experienced. We aim to provide efficient service and it's clear we missed the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon.
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Preguntas frecuentes

The Refectory tiene una calificación promedio de 4.6 estrellas, según 989 comensales de OpenTable.

The Refectory ofrece tarjetas de regalo, las cuales puedes comprar aquí.

Sí, generalmente puedes reservar este restaurante con solo elegir la fecha, la hora y el tamaño del grupo en OpenTable.

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2 personas

3 ene 2025

7:00 p.m.

Reservado 48 veces hoy

862 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, 19085 PA

Áreas del restaurante

Información adicional

Intersección en calle
Ithan Ave
Zona
Villanova
Horarios
Desayuno tardío Sáb, Dom 10:30–15:00 Almuerzo Lun–Vie 11:30–15:00 Cena Lun–Jue, Dom 15:00–22:00 Vie, Sáb 15:00–23:00 "Happy Hour" Todos los días 16:00–18:00
Precios
De $31 a $50
Cocinas
Americana contemporánea, Bar de cócteles, Bar de ostras
Ambiente
Casual elegante
Dress code
Ropa informal
Parking details
Estacionamiento público
Public transit
PARKING GARAGE INFORMATION: Parking is only available across the street from The Refectory at the Villanova I-1 Parking Garage located on South Ithan Avenue. There are no timing restrictions for vehicles parked at the I-1 Parking Garage for guests dining at The Refectory. The rates are as follows: the 1st hour is free, two hours is $2, and up to four hours is $5. Currently, we do not validate parking. Upon entry, pull a ticket and park on any of the first 3 floors. A pay machine accepting cash and credit is located by the Main Pedestrian Entrance/Exit on Floor 2. The exit lanes only accept credit cards and do not accept cash. To get to the Refectory from the Parking Garage from Floor 2, use the pedestrian walkway across Ithan Avenue. The Refectory is located in The Commons, the stone mixed-use residential and commercial building on the corner of Ithan & Lancaster Avenue. Look for restaurant signage and call us at 610-519-5786 if you have any issues
Opciones de pago
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Chef ejecutivo
Biff Gottehrer, Michael Murray
Adicional
Acceso para silla ruedas, Almuerzo de fin de semana, Bar / Sala pública, Bar completo, Cargo por descorche, Cervezas, Cócteles, Opciones libres de gluten, Para no fumadores, Salón privado, Vinos

Página web
http://www.refectorynova.com/
Número de teléfono
(610) 519-5786
Instalaciones para eventos privados
We offer several private and semi-private dining and event options. The private President's Dining Room accommodates up to 14 guests for a seated function, while semi-private areas of our dining room can be set up for guests ranging from 25-80. Inquire for restaurant buyouts. Contact our Event Director, Devin Simpson at devin@refectorynova.com

Tarjeta de regalo

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Áreas del restaurante

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Dessert

Ricotta DoughnutsUSD 11.00

Peanut Butter CakeUSD 11.00

Cosmic Deep Dish BrownieUSD 11.00

Bread PuddingUSD 11.00

Autumn TartUSD 17.00

Black Forest Chocolate TartUSD 11.00

TiramisuUSD 11.00

Amaro

AvernaUSD 15.00

BraulioUSD 15.00

CardamaroUSD 13.00

Contratto FernetUSD 11.00

CynarUSD 10.00

Fernet BrancaUSD 12.00

Lazzaroni AmaroUSD 12.00

Meletti AmaroUSD 11.00

MontenegroUSD 14.00

NoninoUSD 21.00

Santa MariaUSD 11.00

SfumatoUSD 10.00

UnderbergUSD 7.00

Port

Quinta RubyUSD 9.00

Quinta TawnyUSD 9.00

Quinta WhiteUSD 9.00

Sherry

El Maestro Sierra PXUSD 19.00

El Maestro FinoUSD 17.00

Aurora AmontilladoUSD 13.00

Aurora ManzanillaUSD 15.00

Aurora OlorosoUSD 15.00

Brandy

Ansac CognacUSD 10.00

Chte. de Pellehaut ArmangacUSD 15.00

Gilles Brisson Cognac VSUSD 13.00

Gilles Brisson Cognac VSOPUSD 20.00

Gilles Brisson Cognac XOUSD 47.00

Laird's Bonded Apple BrandyUSD 12.00

Resurgent Apple BrandyUSD 18.00

Sibona Madeira GrappaUSD 10.00

Other Tasty Treats

DisaronnoUSD 10.00

FrangelicoUSD 12.00

Five Farms Irish CreamUSD 11.00

Meletti ChocolateUSD 10.00

Meletti LimoncelloUSD 10.00

Pineau des CharentesUSD 14.00

SambucaUSD 12.00

Backyard Beans Coffee

DripUSD 6.00

EspressoUSD 7.00

CappuccinoUSD 7.00

LatteUSD 7.00

Organic Hot Tea

English Breakfast

Decaf Earl Grey

Green

African Nectar

Mint

Chamomile

Calificaciones y reseñas generales

Reconocido por

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Cuál es la calificación de The Refectory?

¿The Refectory ofrece tarjetas de regalo?

¿The Refectory acepta reservaciones actualmente?

Haz una reservación

Áreas del restaurante

Información adicional

Tarjeta de regalo