SIMON PEARCE: Located on the Brandywine River, Simon Pearce is a destination in itself. The restaurant offers two levels of seating which affords every table a beautiful view of the Brandywine River.   Exquisite dining.  Simon Pearce offers a contemporary seasonal American menue. 

Executive Chef Karen Nicolas' culinary path has led her into many of the nation's top kitchens including executive sous chef at famed Grammercy Tavern in New York City under renowned chef Tom Colichio.  She has completed notable stages at the French Laundry in Yountville, Ca. and at Eric Ripert's three Michelin-starred Le Bernardin in New York City.  Most recently she was executive chef at Soul in Chicago.  Mention Hamanassett if you make your own reservations and they will do their best to give you a table next to the window or call us and we will happily make your reservations. Casual. Lunch is served daily from 11:30-2:45 and dinner from 5:30-9:00 PM. Sunday dinner: 5:30-8:30 PM Approximately 20 minutes.    

DILWORTHTOWN INN:  Since 1780 this renowned gathering place has offered warm hospitality that is as welcoming as a hearty handshake.  The candlelit atmosphere, roaring fireplaces and exceptional, imaginative American cuisine make Dilworthtown one of the most popular destinations for diners who appreciate the fine details.  Every aspect of your visit from appetizer to after dinner drinks is finely tuned to perfection by proprietors Jim Barnes and Bob Rafetto.  15 Minutes from Hamanassett.

AZIE'S: Media. Inspired by Japanese cuisine, an exquisite blend of flavors from cultures around the world...Japan, Thailand, France, Italy. Owner is former chef at Morimoto. Excellent food, lovely upscale atmosphere, casual dress. Ten minutes from Hamanassett. " A striking and sophisticated exterior is met by an even more sumptuous interior, bringing big-city style to the suburbs at this eclectic Media looker. Executive Chef Takao Linuma honed his craft at Japan's prestigious Hattori Nutrition College long before signing on for top stints with the Morimoto group in Philadelphia, India and DC. The menu is - for good reason - heavily Japanese, with sushi, tempura, teriyaki, and noodle dishes. Western accents are more pronounced in entrees such as Black Angus Rib Eye and Pan Roasted Diver Scallops." Review by James Zeleniak

GILMORE'S: West Chester. One of the region's finest contemporary French restaurants. An intimate and romantic bring your own wine restaurant with superb service. Recently rated by Zagat's as one of the top restaurants in the world . Only 13 tables and 2 seatings on Friday and Saturday so can be hard to get into. Flexible seating Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday starting at 5:30 and each half hour thereafter. 20 minutes away.

THE ORCHARD - Kennett Square.   The Orchard is a an intimate country BYOB restaurant.  The Dining room with its plush, soft lighting boasts contemporary clean lines of crisp white walls, well placed antiques and plush fabrics that blend timeless elegance with one foot planted in old world luxury.   Chef Trevisani's cuisine which follows the simplistic approach of the dining room is best described as new American cuisine in a French style.  Dress:  Business Casual  $31-$50.  Approximately 20 minutes.

FELLINI CAFE TRATTORIA: Quaint, upscale Italian cuisine. Monday night is opera night! Bring your own wine. $8.00-$12.00. Approx. 10 minutes away in the quaint town of Media.

D'IGNAZIO'S TOWNE HOUSE BAR AND RESTAURANT: Media. Dining landmark since 1951 with great atmosphere. Filled with memorabilia, antiques. Pasta, steak, seafood. Casual dining. For romantic upscale dining there is the Anvil Room. Live music and entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays. Specials during the week. $15-22. 10 minutes away in Media.

BRANDYWINE PRIME:  Located in the heart of the Brandywine Valley.  The cuisine is strictly twenty-first century with an emphasis on seasonal & locally grown ingredients including in-house dry aged, local beef. Modern finishes to an historic building create an inviting, hip atmosphere that welcomes all-from tourists to business travelers to local families. Dining Style: Casual Dining  Cuisine: Steakhouse, American.  6 miles, 10 minutes.

BISTRO ON THE BRANDYWINE:  Located right next door to Brandywine Prime featuring French bistro fare: fresh salads, hearth baked pizza and creative presentations of bistro standards. Our favorite place for lunch.  Wednesdays they have a special Beef Wellington night for $20.00.  French inspired Bistro pizzas from the stone hearth, great salads, soups, crepes and pastas, hot gourmet sandwiches. Enjoy “shareables” like moules frites and a selection of local artisan crafted cheeses as well as classic and creative entrees like Steak Frites and coq au vin, will top out around $20.

LA NA: Thai-French Cuisine. Casual atmosphere. Lots of vegetarian. Large menu. Ranges from mildly spicy to very hot and spicy. Bring your own wine. $13.00-$22.00 Approx. 10 minutes away in Media.

SHERE-E-PUNJAB: Indian; lots of vegetarian dishes.  We have had guests from India who have pronouced this restaurant excellent.  Media 10 minutes away.

SPENCE CAFE: Features an international-nouveau cuisine specializing in fresh fish & seafood. Spence's seasonally rotating menu is accompanied by an extensive selection of fine wine, top shelf liquor, & drink specials after 9PM. This Zagat-rated restaurant showcases some of the areas top musician acts during bar hours & offer's West Chester's largest selection of bottled beers. The food & service at Spence Cafe offer a dining experience to appease even the most critical connoisseurs & entice them to return again & again. They also have a wine tasting the second Thursday of every month from 6-8 pm with live acoustic music and complimentary hors d'oeuvres. $20.00 per person or wine tasting. Twenty minutes from Hamanassett, 29-31 Gay St. West Chester.


DEEP BLUE: A Contemporary American Fish House specializes in creative preparations of fresh fish. Not strictly seafood, also has excellent steaks and vegetarian options. Raw bar. Imaginative cuisine such as crab ravioli, crispy black bass, and Chinese "Five Spice" Ahi tuna. Wilmington, De. About 25 minutes from Hamanassett, but worth the drive.

For lunch we recommend:  Brandywine Bistro right next to Brandywine Prime, about 10 minutes south of us on Route 1. Wonderful food and the best french fries ever. Great spot is you are headed to Longwood Gardens as they are about 4 miles north of the gardens.   Also, three miles south of us in Brinton's Bridge shopping center is Ruby's Diner.  This is a cute 50's inspired diner with great hamburgers, shakes, etc.

For Late Night Dining: Bistro on the Brandywine or Ruby Tuesday in the Granite Run Mall is open Friday and Saturday until midnight, Monday to Thursday until 11 PM, and Sunday until 10 PM. Usual chain food but has a bar.

If you are heading to Lancaster County to visit Amish Country, don't forget our friends in East Earl.  Shady Maple Farm Market occupies over 110,000 square feet and includes a furniture store and gift shop.  A destination in its own right!  Closed Sundays.

1324 Main Street, East Earl, PA 17519
(717) 354-4981

129 Toddy Drive, East Earl, PA 17519
(717) 354-8222