Restaurant Recommendations
At the Buck School Inn, we want to provide you – our guests – with all the resources you need to enjoy your stay. As a premiere Chester County, PA accommodation in Downingtown, your experience is our highest priority. We try to go above and beyond by offering high level recommendations for experiencing all that our area has to offer. Below, please find a list of restaurants that we personally frequent and recommend, with links for your convenience.
Anthony's
Cucina
Fresca
Anthony's
Cucina
Fresca
Intimate trattoria featuring hand crafted pasta, classic Italian cocktails, and homemade desserts
2.3 miles away | ≈ 8 minute drive
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East Branch Brewing Company
East Branch Brewing Company
Casual brewery with a diverse tap list on the second level (and rooftop!) of a converted firehouse
2.6 miles away | ≈ 9 minute drive
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La Sponda Restaurant & Wine Bar
La Sponda Restaurant & Wine Bar
Upscale authentic Italian eatery and wine bar located in a historic restored paper mill on the Brandywine River
2.5 miles away | ≈ 8 minute drive
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The
Noble
Goat
The
Noble
Goat
A minimalist art deco space with eclectic small plates, pizzas, and dishes that embrace global flavors
2.9 miles away | ≈ 10 minute drive
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Pomodoro Pizza & Restaurant
Pomodoro Pizza & Restaurant
Traditional BYOB pizza and Italian restaurant located in a residential area a few blocks from downtown
3.0 miles away | ≈ 11 minute drive
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The Social Southern Kitchen & Bar
The Social Southern Kitchen & Bar
Casual Southern scratch kitchen and bar serving up all your favorite elevated comfort foods
2.5 miles away | ≈ 8 minute drive
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Station Taproom
The
Station
Taproom
Cozy, hip pub style hangout with rotating tap list, extensive bottle menu, and creative comfort fare
2.4 miles away | ≈ 8 minute drive
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Victory Brewing
Victory Brewing
Victory’s flagship location offers award-winning brews, locally inspired food, and a vibrant warehouse style atmosphere
3.2 miles away | ≈ 11 minute drive
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Other Considerations
Breakfast/Lunch:
Green Street Grill | The best breakfast/lunch place in Downingtown has a unique twist on diner food.
The Farmhouse Coffee and Creamery | Charming coffeehouse with a rustic vibe – great to sit and chat!
Further Away:
Eagleview Town Center (5.2 miles/12-minute drive from the Buck School Inn) | Eagleview has four varied restaurants, a bakery, coffee shop, and more – all are quite good! They also host several events, including a weekly farmers market, movie nights, and live concerts.
West Chester (9.6 miles/20-minute drive from the Buck School Inn) | A fun, historic colonial town with more than 65 restaurants, eateries, bars, and cafes, as well as numerous shops and art galleries. Their history center and performing arts center always have something to offer.