Anthony's Trattoria in Pennsylvania

"PLEASED! Sophisticated Italian menu offered in this cozy neighborhood establishment. Menu offers Italian Seafood dishes often missing in US Italian Restaurants. Sentimentally brought me back to Italy, with very fresh Seafood and a family-owned ambience. Music was perfect with Sinatra playing, décor looked unchanged for years, but all worked well giving it very homey vibe. I was an early bird flying solo, it was quiet when I arrived but within the half hour the place was filled with what appeared to be many Regulars. Once patrons came in, the volume elevated and the feel transformed into a family atmosphere. Somewhat noisy but entertaining as all we’re having fun, enjoying each other’s company, the food coming from the Kitchen and I had no choice but listen in on some nearby fun conversation! The Waiter’s personality and demeanor was perfect and showed in his wonderful service, ensuring I was well satisfied and didn’t make me feel rushed. I watched him engage with several customers and with his extensive knowledge of the food and offerings. The menu offers a wide variety of options, with plenty of unique dishes not found in a typical Italian eatery. The recipes used are noted from the Amalfi Coast to the Island of Capri, but I was excited to read many ingredients my Sicilian Nona (Grandmother) used in her unforgettable recipes I grew up enjoying. Anthony’s App Sampler was first up with 2 Clams Casino, 2 Stuffed Mushrooms & 2 Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms. With so many options for an Italian App, not sure why I ordered this besides it included all of my favorites. I went for the most authentic sounding Seafood dish for my Entrée - Tagliolini alla Marea “Long thin egg pasta tossed with sweet Maine Lobster, Gulf Coast shrimp, scallops, and fresh lump crab with fresh tomato and chili, then topped with a basil bread crumb”. The Shrimp we’re big and beautiful the rest of the ingredients somewhat sparse and I didn’t find any Lobster in the pasta. It was very good and a gorgeous presentation, but I felt the flavor could have been kicked up; maybe adding fresh herbs and a drizzling olive oil? Overall, very enjoyable and I’d recommend it! I stopped at the bar for an after-dinner cocktail, filled with Regular’s dining and having a great time together. By and large, a delightful experience and I will visit again before I leave town!"

"Had my brother 60th birthday party there and it was wonderful. The food was incredible with good-sized plates, and the staff was very helpful and pleasant. The private room was very nice, and the seating arrangement was well done, and no one had to squeeze in anywhere."

"Very nice atmosphere with white lights and several rooms and a nice bar. The food is delicious, a huge selection of appetizers and meals, and they even use authentic Italian olive oil. Wait staff efficient and courteous."

"By far our favorite Italian restaurant . The food is delicious , and if you are a martini drinker they a fabulous !! Would highly recommend !! But would highly recommend reservations as at prime time it is hard to just walk in ."

"Server was wonderful! Food was great! Drinks were on point!"

"We had the most delicious lunch on the patio. My Italian Old Fashion was very good and they even used Luxardo Cherries . Hubby had a Long Island Ice Tea. You could actually taste the liquor. Had the dinner salad with the house vinaigrette with thin slices of Genoa salami, capicola and provolone.YUM! Hubby had the Carbonara with a fried egg on top which was differently good. I had Taglioloni alla Marea, which was lobster, Gulf shrimp, scallops and lump crab with fresh tomato and chili over homemade egg pasta. Very good as well. Yes, don't judge..we shared a dessert...freshly baked blueberry pound cake. Our server, Tonya, was most accommodating and fun and efficient. So we say to Anthony's."

"Barely ever do reviews but this place deserved one. We drove over an hour to try out this restaurant. We absolutely loved it and will definitely go again! Food was amazing and tasted very fresh. Service was amazing. Very cute inside sitting under the vines and lights. We went for Valentines and it was perfect and very romantic!"

"First time here, and we will definitely come back! It is an older establishment, so when you pull up and walk in, don't let that make you doubt your choice to go here! It IS clean - it's just the original part reminds you of an older hunting lodge, but the seated restaurant is very pretty with a lot of lights. The food was excellent, and our party of 7 enjoyed their meals, from: chicken Parm, lasagna, chicken Marsala, Spaghetti, and gnocchi with lobster. Their clams casino were delicious! Something you don't see too much anymore. And their dessert was amazing. Highly recommend the creme brulee and the lemon cream. Overall, our experience was outstanding!"