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Dining Out

Although the Fairville Inn serves only breakfast and afternoon tea, there are many fine restaurants nearby for lunch and dinner. We encourage you to explore the following list as representative of the fine dining in the Brandywine Valley, and there are certainly other fine restaurants to choose from. The Inn also maintains a book of current menus from many of these restaurants. Advance reservations are highly recommended, particularly on weekend evenings. Our staff would be pleased to discuss your dining needs and to assist with reservations.

Restaurant Specials
Among our favorite area restaurants are  Simon Pearce and Pace One.
We have made special arrangements with both to offer our guests discounted dining certificates. 

The Simon Pearce gift certificate costs $63 and can be redeemed at the restaurant for $75.  In addition to the dining discount, the certificate also entitles you to a 10 percent discount on any purchase of first quality glass, ceramics, and more at the Simon Pearce retail store.   Demonstrations of the classic art of glassblowing are also held at Simon Pearce from Wednesday to Sunday from 11am to 7pm.  

The Pace One dining certificate costs $60 and can be redeemed at the restaurant for $75.  Enjoy the comforts of Pace One -- especially the patio dining area.

If either of these restaurants appeals to you as they do to us, you can't go wrong.  As we like to say, you can do the math. No advance purchase required, but reservations for dinner are highly recommended. Certificates are valid for dinner for two (additional dining certificates can be purchased for larger dining parties).

Local Restaurants
Below we have listed some local restaurants not far from the Inn.
Please use the following as a guide. Reservations are strongly recommended. We have linked their names to their Web sites so you can click for more information.

Average entree price:
$ - 10+  $$ - 15+  $$$ - 20+  $$$$ - 30+

Upscale (Jackets may be required)

Dilworthtown Inn $$$
1390 Old Wilmington Pike, W. Chester, PA (approx. 8 miles)
610/399-1390
18th century, candlelight dining, upscale American, extensive wine cellar. 

The Farmhouse $$$
Rte. 1 & Bypass, Toughkenamon, PA  (approx. 10 miles). 
610/268-2235
A fine dining restaurant out in the country.

The Green Room at the Hotel DuPont $$$$
11th & Market Streets, Wilmington, DE (approx. 7 miles)
800-441-9019 or 302-594-3100
Enjoy the elegance and comfort of the historic Green Room are complemented by a fresh, seasonally-inspired menu

Krazy Kats $$$
Rt. 100 & Kirk Road, Montchanin, DE (4 miles)
302/888-4200
Contemporary American cuisine served in a converted Blacksmith's shop decorated with a sense of humor.

Moro Restaurant $$$$
1307 North Scott Street, Wilmington, DE (approx. 7 miles)
302-777-1800
American cuisine, intimate atmosphere.


Casual

Bistro on the Brandywine $$
1617 Baltimore Pike (Rte 1), Chadds Ford
610-388-8090
The bistro companion of Brandywine Prime, featuring fresh salads, hearth baked pizza and creative presentations of bistro standards.

Buckley's Tavern $$
Centreville, DE (2 miles)
302/656-9776
An eclectic menu that includes salads, pastas, chicken, fish, steak and burgers. Something for everyone.

Catherine's $$$
1701 W. Doe Run Road, Kennett Square
610-347-2227
Historic and charming in the heart of Unionville. BYOB

Cromwell's Tavern $$$
3858 Kennett Pike, Powder Mill Sq. Wilmington, DE
302/571-0561
Angus beef burgers, pork green chili oversized cocktails.
Serving lunch and dinner.

Elizabeth's $$
3801 Kennett Pike (Rte 52), Greenville, DE
302-654-4478 
Exceptional creative and traditional fresh brick oven pizza and salads

Half Moon Restaurant & Saloon $$
108 West State St., Kennett Square, PA (2 miles)
610-444-7232 
Local eclectic cuisine with an extensive selection of beers. Very casual.
Closed Sunday.

Sovana Bistro $$$
Rtes 82 & 926, Kennett Square, PA (6 miles)
610/444-5600

Upscale Casual

The Back Burner $$$
425 Hockessin Corner, Hockessin, DE 19707
302/239-2314
Contemparary American cuisine.

Blue Pear Bistro $$$
275 Brintons Bridge Rd., West Chester 
610-399-1390 (before 3pm) or 610-399-9812 (after 3pm)
The bistro companion of the Dillworthtown Inn.

Brandywine Prime $$$
1617 Baltimore Pike (Rte 1), Chadds Ford
610-388-8088
Classic steakhouse with Seafood

Deep Blue Bar & Grill $$$
111 W. 11th St., Wilmington, DE  (approx. 7 miles). 
302-777-2040
American cuisine specializing in seafood.

The Eclipse$$$
1020-B North Union St., Wilmington, DE (approx. 7 miles)
302/658-1588
Serving dinner only.

The Gables $$$
423 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317 (4 miles)
610-388-7700
Creative American cuisine with Asian accents.

Gilmore's $$$
133 E. Gay St., West Chester, PA (12 miles)
610/431-2800
BYOB, classically French w/sauces on the side.

Harry's Seafood Grill $$$
101 S. Market Street, Wilmington, DE
302-777-1500
Creative and traditional seafood; raw bar

Jasmine $$$
3618 Concord Pike (Rte 202), Wilmington DE
302-479-5618
Pan-Asian cuisine; sushi; entertainment

Marshalton Inn $$$
1300 W. Strasburg Rd., West Chester, PA 19382
610/692-4367
Candlelit, romantic, country setting<

Mendenhall Inn       $$$$
Kennett Pike (Rt. 52), PA (1/2 miles)
610/388-388-1181
"Selections borrowed from country French and classic American cuisine."
Lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.

The Orchard $$$$
503 Orchard Avenue, Kennett Square, PA (4 miles)
610/388-1100
"First class cuisine, chic atmosphere, polished service" Zagat
Dinner only.

Pace One Restaurant & Country Inn $$
341 Thornton Road, Thornton, PA 19373 (10 miles)
(610) 459-3702
American comfort food.

Pan Tai Restaurant Bar & Lounge $$$
837 N. Union St., Wilmington, DE 19805 (7 miles)
(302) 652-6633
Pan-Asian cuisine.
Serving lunch and dinner.

Simon Pearce $$$+
1333 Lenape Road, Route 52 North, West Chester, PA.
610.793.0948
Creative American cuisine with Irish accents, overlooking the Brandywine River.
Serving lunch and dinner daily.

Toscana $$$+
1412 North DuPont St., Wilmington, DE 19806
302.654.8001
Award-winning wine selection and the latest in contemporary Italian cuisine.

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What Our Guests Are Saying

"Thanks for everything. Beautiful setting, great company, and wonderful food. We enjoyed every moment."
B.J.

"This has to be the best b&b I have ever experienced. Rick and Laura are so warm and welcoming and went out of their way to make our stay memorable. The rooms are homely and comfortable and beautifully decorated and furnished. Breakfast is fantastic and Rick was only to happy to accommodate my egg allergy. The gardens are well kept and a delight to experience.I give you both 11 marks out of 10. Thanks for a great stay"

"We had a wonderful experience at the Fairville Inn. The innkeepers were warm and friendly and offered excellent advice about what to do and where to dine. Our room was clean and welcoming and the grounds are lovely. Breakfast was cooked to order and delicious. Each day was a new creation. We are looking forward to our next stay."
Ellen & Harry S.

"The perfect place to stay while enjoying the gardens and museums of the Brandywine Valley. The rooms are charming and immaculate. The Innkeepers helpful and fun to be around - and the breakfasts are too delicious."