The Refectory

Name: The Refectory
Address: 862 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, United States, 19085
Telephone: (610) 519-5786
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

560 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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The Refectory is a stunning 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 goal is to let each ingredient shine.

The Refectory is open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. 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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 1, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 63 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Oyster Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(610) 519-5786
Website
http://www.refectorynova.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Biff Gottehrer, Michael Murray
Private party facilities
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

Location
862 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA 19085
Neighbourhood
Villanova
Cross Street
Ithan Ave
Parking Details
Public Lot
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
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Seafood Tower
little bit of this, little bit of that traditional accoutrements
- Serves 4-6US$75.00
Oysters*US$18.00
1/2 dozen, mignonette
Shrimp CocktailUS$17.00
cocktail sauce, fresh lemon
Market Crudo*US$13.00
raw preparation, daily selection of fish
Spicy Tuna*US$16.00
red chili, ginger, puffed wild rice

Wood-Grilled Flatbreads

CheeseUS$11.00
cheddar, grana padano, marinara
Spicy PepperoniUS$13.00
oregano, hot honey
Duck ConfitUS$18.00
sweet potato puree, goat cheese, pomegranate
BrisketUS$14.00
sweet onion purée, smoked cheddar, bleu cheese, horseradish
Wild MushroomUS$15.00
sweet onion purée, truffle, egg yolk
Broccoli Rabe & RicottaUS$15.00
carmelized onion, red chimichurri
Tuna Pizza*US$19.00
sashimi, flour tortilla, jalapeño aioli, serrano

For the Table

House-Made Bread BasketUS$11.00
parker house rolls, focaccia, multigrain
Big Mac Steak TartareUS$17.00
special sauce, parmesan, sesame seed, egg yolk, fries
Baked CheeseUS$19.00
kunik, black garlic mustard, pesto, honey comb, foccacia
Cajun CalamariUS$15.00
blackening spice, lemon, green chile aioli, shishito
Pickled BeetsUS$15.00
housemade ricotta, tapenade, multigrain toast
MusselsUS$19.00
choice of: coconut curry, arrabiata, or white wine garlic

Shareables

Mahi TacosUS$15.00
plantain crust, cabbage, chipotle mayo
Crispy SunchokesUS$14.00
green chili aioli, red chimichurri, fried sage
Brussels SproutsUS$14.00
bacon lardon, apple, balsamic mustard
Grilled Shrimp ToastUS$15.00
ricotta, multigrain, avocado, beurre blanc
Truffled Deviled EggsUS$9.00
black truffle, espelette, sea salt
Nova FriesUS$9.00
brisket, house whiz, pickled onion
Charred CabbageUS$13.00
sweet potato puree, scallion, pomegranate, crispy shallots
Buffalo CauliflowerUS$15.00
house hot sauce, buttermilk ranch
Spaghetti SquashUS$17.00
cauliflower walnut bolognese, sage, aged balsamic
Mini Crab CakesUS$16.00
chipotle mayo, scallion, lemon
Hash Brown*US$11.00
hollandaise, chive
Bacon Wrapped DatesUS$15.00
bleu cheese, manchego, spinach crema

Soup & Salads

Broccoli Cheddar SoupUS$11.00
cabot cheddar, crouton, broccoli
Wedge SaladUS$15.00
smoked tomato, crispy bacon, pickled red onion, radish, blue cheese
Green SaladUS$14.00
avocado, radish, cucumber, green goddess dressing
Caesar SaladUS$13.00
baby gem, focaccia croutons, dill, cured yolk
Broccoli & Sweet PotatoUS$15.00
cilantro, lime, roasted pepita vinaigrette
Harvest SaladUS$15.00
mixed greens, beets, goat cheese, pomegranate, dates, shallot, balsamic mustard viniagrette

From the Land

Nova Cravers*US$18.00
(3 2oz. burger patties) cooper sharp, special sauce, house slider buns
Truffled Chicken Pot PieUS$25.00
puff pastry, creme fraiche, sage, black truffle
Niman Ranch Grassfed Ribeye*US$57.00
(12oz.) frites, mixed greens, hollandaise
Berkshire Pork ChopUS$28.00
black garlic mustard, broccoli, cabbage, onion purée
New Zealand LambUS$34.00
spiced cous cous, cucumber yogurt

Pasta & Grain

Spicy Vodka RigatoniUS$18.00
calabrian chili, vodka
Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$21.00
marinara, parmesan, oregano
Potato Gnocchi*US$27.00
brown butter cacio e pepe, soft egg, mushroom, black truffle
Porcini RisottoUS$25.00
wild mixed mushrooms, cippolini onion, english pea, aged balsamic
Shrimp ScampiUS$23.00
bucatini, garlic, calabrian chili, pickled lemon
BucatiniUS$27.00
duck ragu, sweet potato, broccoli rabe, manchego

From the Sea

Atlantic SalmonUS$27.00
creamy farrotto, pea, fava, lemon
Blackened Mahi MahiUS$25.00
papaya salad, jalapeño emulsion, coconut curry, pistachio
Grilled Yellowfin Tuna*US$29.00
sesame crust, bok choy, pepita salad, spaghetti squash
Grouper RollUS$27.00
choice of blackened or tempura fried, jalapeño aioli, red cabbage, sesame seed roll
Branzino FiletUS$27.00
sweet potato, sunchoke, date, beet nage

Master Class Burger

Master Class BurgerUS$25.00
Kunik cheese, bacon, brandied caramelized onions, green peppercorn tapenade, smoked tomato, dijonaise. Served with nova fries

What 560 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Western Suburbs
Contemporary American

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RichardS
Philadelphia
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
On Villanova campus. Parking a little confusing. Loud but nice upscale college atmosphere. Food was good
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Atmosphere, food, service . . . always top notch!!!
S
Sunnysmiles4u
Philadelphia
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for brunch and absolutely loved it! Service was excellent and food was delicious. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Already looking to return for dinner.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Phenomenal brunch. The French toast is a work of art. Service was great. Highly recommend the brunch
LW
LauraW
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. Waiter was very patient with elderly customers. We accidentally dropped a glass of water. Multiple staff member rushed over to help us. Relaxed and thoroughly enjoyable dinner.
MM
MMD14
Philadelphia
26 reviews
vip
3.0
26 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food4service3ambience4
Service a little slow throughout the meal (and restaurant was not that crowded). Particularly when we first sat down.
w
williamo
Philadelphia
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding team and terrific food with excellent service.
DD
DonnaD
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was excellent. The food choices were unique and delicious. The restaurant is beautiful!
R
Robin
Atlantic City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Niko, our waiter was amazing and very accommodating. We are all foodies and hadn’t seen each other in a while & were out for a Ladies Night Out. Niko tried not to interrupt and was very patient & kind when he had to interrupt to take our order and refills for cocktails. I own a restaurant myself and respected how well he delivered everything from food to service! We had various appetizers, food selections & cocktails and every single one of them was exceptional. We all live very close by to the restaurant and will definitely return!
JP
JoeP
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 22, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience2
My wife and I stopped in for a quick midweek dinner. My wife ordered the burger sliders, I ordered their signature burger. The food was at best average and given the prices…I would have a hard time going back or recommending. There is way better value at many places 1 mile west in Wayne or 1 mile east in Bryn Mawr.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 20, 2023
overall5food4service3ambience4
Parents of girls basketball, service at the bar to get the waited on for a drink took at least 10-15 mins. Then took another 5 minutes to get the drink. Very understaffed during a time when it was expected to have a large crowed code WBB March madness.
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sjcr
Philadelphia
39 reviews
vip
3.0
39 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall3food3service1ambience3
The kitchen is soooo SLOW. It shouldn't take 90 minutes for brunch for two.
HE
HeleneE
Philadelphia
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love everything about The Refrectory. The food, the selection, the ambiance and the lively crowd.
DR
DanR
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, table spilt a bunch of apps (mussels, crab cakes, bread basket, nova fries); all were very good, crab cakes were a favorite. Wine/drink list is good, everyone’s entrees were good as well. It was lively, but not super loud. Had a casual, upscale vibe - everyone dressed well, but not super stuffy (tried my best at explaining that).
RA
RicA
Philadelphia
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food.. so many fun things to try.. ate a bunch of stuff for the table and then light on the mains... great cocktails too.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience5
Nice waiter very friendly but he was also bartender- sat for quite a while after hostess seated us - Sliders were good but ordered a couple things that just didn’t like - pesto flat bread had so much pesto covering it thickly
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
the vegan menu was delicious. we loved the spaghetti squash :)
ME
MsERS
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious drinks and food. Our server, Eric and his trainee, were amazing. The bartenders are on point with their craft and skills. This is not a place for children so be advised. The ricotta doughnuts with the blueberry jam will make you slap your momma!
K
Kouhei2023
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Overall nice lunch/dinner spot on Main Line. Restaurant ambiance is very nice, fun energy, the service was excellent and food was very good (though not excellent). Definitely good for social lunch, happy hour or dinner.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great gluten free options! Fun atmosphere, great service, delicious food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant was a pleasant surprise. I had never heard of it until I found on Open Table. It was amazing drinks and food.
The RefectoryResponded on March 9, 2023We are so glad you found us! Look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Cheers.
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hw123
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
only thing better than the food was the service!!! great experience..Thank you!!
The RefectoryResponded on March 9, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
BA
BarbaraA
Philadelphia
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My tuna with spaghetti squash was delicious!! Brussels sprouts appetizer was enough for the table. Cosmos we’re made perfectly🍸
The RefectoryResponded on March 9, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
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suzannef
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The ambiance was great. Taylor was a wonderful waitress and the food was amazing. I had the branzino filet and a harvest salad.
The RefectoryResponded on March 9, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
TC
TrishC
Philadelphia
28 reviews
vip
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Love this restaurant big found the portions of the scallops entree to be a bit small. Great otherwise!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Loved the food and cocktails. Didn’t appreciate that parking is not validated as the restaurant is on the campus.
The RefectoryResponded on March 9, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. Though we are on-campus, we are a separate business from the University. Unfortunately the University does not currently validate for our customers BUT we are happy to report that we are in talks with the school to bring this service back. The validation system had been abused by the prior operators of the restaurant who are no longer in business. Thankfully, it costs a few dollars at most and we do have this information posted on our website, so we try to give our customers as much of a heads up about it as we can. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
JJ
JJWW
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wonderful food and the staff were great! Cocktails and food were delicious, I will definitely be going back to try more items on the menu! It was difficult to figure out how to get in if coming from the parking garage across the street since it is in the bottom of a dorm building.
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. We understand that we're a bit hard to find but we like to say we are a hidden gem :) Cheers and be well!
P
Peetie
Philadelphia
46 reviews
vip
4.0
46 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
A neighborhood gem, the Refectory is ideal for Sunday dinner...creative dishes cooked to perfection and attentive staff, set in an elegant yet understated facility.
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
JA
JillA
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
I have hearing issues and my request to be seated in a quieter part of the restaurant was promptly accommodated. Much appreciated. I was also impressed that the first question asked by the server was about allergies, since I have severe ones. The quiche was delicious - as was the tasty side salad. I will be copying the way the cukes were sliced! Looking forward to returning to the Refectory.
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. We are always happy to accommodate our guest's requests. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
E
Edrich3
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Felt like portions sizes were a little smaller than their rivals like Ripplewood. Great food though.
The RefectoryResponded on February 27, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
HV
HectorV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pricey but very good in general. I would certainly visit again.
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
M
Mike
Philadelphia
77 reviews
vip
5.0
77 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for lunch. Great service and the food and cocktails were really good.
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
k
kimberlyf
Philadelphia
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful drinks, food and service! Will definitely be back.
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
LF
LaFleur
Philadelphia
244 reviews
vip
5.0
244 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Refectory has all the great food from Ripplewood (Ardmore) but with a very nice spacious restaurant atmosphere and superb service. Don’t sleep on the Brussels sprouts. And the Tuna Pizza is a nice homage to the Morimoto classic.
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. The Tuna Pizza is a staff favorite. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
AB
AndreaB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and atmosphere on Villanova's campus! Highly recommend.
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Pre-game dining. The UConn fans were rather noisy! (Just kidding, so were the ‘Nova fans).
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience5
Very salty food Average menu with typical buzzword dishes ( burrata, mahimmahi tacos) Good bread Very expensive for chain restaurant quality
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello, The ownership team at The Refectory recently received your review and we are sorry to hear your experience was subpar. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and would appreciate any further feedback you can share. We are a team of committed, caring individuals who are always looking to learn and grow. We will be sure to pass along your comments to the kitchen. We do hope you will try us out again in the future. With Warmth, The Refectory Team
LI
LoriI
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Refectory was superb! We went on a fairly busy Friday night at prime dining time. Our server was EXCELLENT. I believe his name was Kyle. He had a tremendous knowledge of the menu & he was very detailed and attentive. He even made sure it was okay with us before he offered our daughter a refill on her Shirley Temple! I don't usually write reviews, but Kyle truly went above and beyond. The food was also quite delicious & came out efficiently. The drinks were strong and very good. This restaurant was extremely well-run from the front of the house to the back of the house & everything in between. We truly appreciated the job our server did. What a great way to end our busy week. We will definitely be back!! It almost felt like the good days of restaurant dining in 2019 before the pandemic. They made it worthwhile to park in a parking garage (in the suburbs?!?). ;)
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. And we will be sure to pass along your very kind words to Kyle! Cheers and be well!
ST
SusanT
Philadelphia
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great experience Good delicious Chris and james great mixologists !
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello! We are so glad to hear your recent experience at The Refectory was great. Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We look forward to hosting you again in the very near future. Cheers and be well!
BB
BonnieB
New York Area
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
The crab cake bites were good but the chipotle sauce too spicy Staff were not very attentive, albeit one indicated it was their first week
The RefectoryResponded on March 3, 2023Hello, The ownership team at The Refectory recently received your review and we are sorry to hear your experience was subpar. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and would appreciate any further feedback you can share. We are a team of committed, caring individuals who are always looking to learn and grow. We hope you will visit us again in the near future! The Refectory Team

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The Refectory is rated 4.6 stars by 560 OpenTable diners.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Apr 1, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 63 times today

862 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA 19085

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Ithan Ave
Neighbourhood
Villanova
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Oyster Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Public Lot
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
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Biff Gottehrer, Michael Murray
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.refectorynova.com/
Phone number
(610) 519-5786
Private party facilities
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

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Brussels Sprouts

Funfetti French Toast

Nova Fries

Raw Bar

Seafood Tower

Oysters*US$18.00

Shrimp CocktailUS$17.00

Market Crudo*US$13.00

Spicy Tuna*US$16.00

Wood-Grilled Flatbreads

CheeseUS$11.00

Spicy PepperoniUS$13.00

Duck ConfitUS$18.00

BrisketUS$14.00

Wild MushroomUS$15.00

Broccoli Rabe & RicottaUS$15.00

Tuna Pizza*US$19.00

For the Table

House-Made Bread BasketUS$11.00

Big Mac Steak TartareUS$17.00

Baked CheeseUS$19.00

Cajun CalamariUS$15.00

Pickled BeetsUS$15.00

MusselsUS$19.00

Shareables

Mahi TacosUS$15.00

Crispy SunchokesUS$14.00

Brussels SproutsUS$14.00

Grilled Shrimp ToastUS$15.00

Truffled Deviled EggsUS$9.00

Nova FriesUS$9.00

Charred CabbageUS$13.00

Buffalo CauliflowerUS$15.00

Spaghetti SquashUS$17.00

Mini Crab CakesUS$16.00

Hash Brown*US$11.00

Bacon Wrapped DatesUS$15.00

Soup & Salads

Broccoli Cheddar SoupUS$11.00

Wedge SaladUS$15.00

Green SaladUS$14.00

Caesar SaladUS$13.00

Broccoli & Sweet PotatoUS$15.00

Harvest SaladUS$15.00

From the Land

Nova Cravers*US$18.00

Truffled Chicken Pot PieUS$25.00

Niman Ranch Grassfed Ribeye*US$57.00

Berkshire Pork ChopUS$28.00

New Zealand LambUS$34.00

Pasta & Grain

Spicy Vodka RigatoniUS$18.00

Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$21.00

Potato Gnocchi*US$27.00

Porcini RisottoUS$25.00

Shrimp ScampiUS$23.00

BucatiniUS$27.00

From the Sea

Atlantic SalmonUS$27.00

Blackened Mahi MahiUS$25.00

Grilled Yellowfin Tuna*US$29.00

Grouper RollUS$27.00

Branzino FiletUS$27.00

Master Class Burger

Master Class BurgerUS$25.00

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