The Landing, New Hope, PA 215-862-5711
Romantic riverside terrace dining in downtown New Hope. Wonderful fireside dining in the cooler months. Inspired regional American cuisine, with menus changing seasonally. Happy hour specials, delightful staff and meet Fred, the resident Bermese mountain dog. Lunch $8 - $13, Dinner Entrées $23 - $33.

Manon, Lambertville, NJ   609-397-2596
This tiny storefront bistro serves well-crafted French Provencal cooking in a lively and colorful atmosphere. A giant-scale reproduction of Van Gogh's "Starry Night" graces the dining room ceiling. Small but splendid menu, excellent service and staff. BYOW. Cash or check only. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Entrées from $18-25.

Marsha Brown, New Hope, PA 215-862-7044
A unique, dramatic and exciting addition to the Delaware Valley Dining scene. This large, full-service restaurant is housed in a beautifully restored church. The cuisine is American with an emphasis on top quality steaks and a bit of a Creole Touch. We've enjoyed outstanding, warm attentive service at every visit. Highlights included the soup sampler, Seared Ahi Tuna starter and T-Bone Pork Chop topped with a Jack DanielsTM infused apple-raisin concassee. Valet parking available. Entrées from $18-36, including a salad. Sides are ala carte from $5-8.

Number 9 Restaurant, Lambertville, NJ 609-397-6380
The focus of Lambertville's new bistro No. 9 is creating eclectic American dishes using the freshest seasonal ingredients. The décor and ambiance is straight-forward and simple but the food is spectacular. The huge Porterhouse Pork chop is perfectly prepared and a sight to behold. Splendid Salads! BYOW. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Entrées are a very good value at $15-20.

Sergeantsville Inn, Sergeantsville, NJ   609-397-3700
Extensive menu featuring well-prepared fresh fish, beef, chicken as well as game, all artfully presented. Known for their Tomato Bisque and tender African Pheasant. Also, a number of vegetarian and vegan options. Romantic fireside dining in 1700's stone building. Excellent wine list (recipient of Wine Spectator Award of Excellence) and martini and champagne cocktail menu. The more casual tavern serves the best hamburgers and pub food around. Closed Mondays. Entrées from $16-24 including salad or soup course--excellent value. Fine dining with warm, friendly service. Tavern Entrées from $6-14. Take-out available.

The following restaurants are also excellent but a little farther a field from the Inn --
about 10-15 minutes away:

Frenchtown Inn, Frenchtown, NJ 908-996-3300
French Cuisine with Asian influences in a historic village Inn. Dressy, more formal atmosphere with consistently acclaimed food. Sesame Seed crusted Tuna or Salmon is a signature dish. Full bar and Lunch available. Entrées range from $22-28.

Harvest Moon, Ringoes, NJ 908-806-6020
Colonial-style historic dining room featuring top-notch Fine Dining American cooking. Special occasion level service, presentation and food. Market-fresh ingredients, great desserts. Tavern with casual dining. Full bar, perennial winner of Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence. 3-course Price Fixe available Sunday and Tuesday-Friday before 6pm in Tavern at $24. Entrées range from $18-31.

Just Eat by BrownGold, Buckingham, PA 215-794-1818
This wonderful and friendly bistro features a hardwood charcoal grill, hardwood-fired oven, bustling open kitchen and some of the best-prepared food in Bucks County. The menu changes seasonally with selections from a whole grilled fish to braised short ribs. Host Theresa BrownGold makes a killer apple pie. Be sure to finish off dinner with a cup of their very special coffee - the best restaurant coffee we've ever encountered. BYOW. Entrées from $18-25. Open daily.

Porterhouse, Lahaska, PA 215-794-9373
The place for a great American steak in our area. Menu also features other traditional American fare such as pork chops and chicken. Lambertville's River Horse Brewery has a brewery on premise--great brew-pub selection. Contemporary décor with nice views over Buck's County rolling farmland. Also, our favorite lunch spot for the Peddler's Village area. Closed Mondays. Entrées range from $19-28.

Favorite places for a drink, small bite or casual dinner or lunch:

Errico's Market, Stockton, NJ 609-397-0049
Stockton's old train station has been converted into a wonderful small gourmet deli and market. The perfect place to pick up picnic or snack for a walk along the Delaware. Excellent gourmet sandwiches and salads. Open daily.

Lily's on the Canal, Lambertville, NJ 609-397-6242
The area's best new lunch spot! Wonderful gourmet sandwiches, salads, pasta and other goodies. Fun, upbeat atmosphere with an open, central kitchen and a two-story interior waterfall. Featuring wines by the glass from local Alba Vineyards in NJ. Lunch $7-15, Dinner $10-20.

The Swan Bar, Lambertville, NJ 609-397-1960
A romantic hideaway with a very European atmosphere, featuring a sunken landing overlooking a courtyard with fountain. The Swan is a watering hole "where bartending is still an art". Excellent bar menu featuring such delights as crispy duck with macaroni and cheese and inventive sandwiches. Closed Monday. Bar menu $6-12.

The Boat House, Lambertville, NJ 609-397-2244
Tucked away in a leafy cul-de-sac with Hamilton's Grill you'll find the vine-covered Boat House. Full of character, the tavern is filled with all things nautical, a fireplace and big overstuffed chairs. Open daily. No food service.

Bell's Tavern, Lambertville, NJ 609-397-2226
Located on our favorite strolling street in the area--North Union Street. A neighborhood tavern and restaurant featuring war-horse Italian pasta dishes like carbonara, marinara and lasagna. Hamburgers, salads and light dinners keep locals returning. Entrées range from $7-17--one of the area's more reasonable spots. Open daily for dinner.

The Ship Inn, Milford, NJ (About 20 minutes north of Stockton) 908-995-7007
A must for beer lovers! A variety of home brews are accompanied by over 50 British favorites. Traditional English fare such as kidney pie, fish and chips and Yorkshire pudding. Open daily 11:30-9 pm.

Havana, New Hope, PA 215-866-9897
Enjoy outdoor dining or dine indoors in the heart of New Hope. Their specialty is World Cuisine, influenced by the flavors of the Caribbean, Latin America and Europe. Lunch, dinner and drinks are served every day of the week from Noon to 2 PM. Live entertainment.

Triumph Brewery, New Hope, PA 215-862-8300
Lively brewery offering contemporary cuisine to be complemented with handcrafted freshly brewed beer. This casual dining spot offers a late night menu and live entertainment. Open daily.

* Will not accept reservation   **Cash or check -no credit cards   + Open Mondays