What’s Your Favorite Sushi Roll at Umai?

Tucked inside a shopping plaza just around the corner from the Pennbrook train station, Umai gives Lansdale locals a quality sushi bar at reasonable prices. When you walk in the front door of this charming BYO, you will be immediately greeted by Chef Ray and the sights and sounds of East Asian cuisine.

If you visit during your lunch hour you'll be able to select from the beautifully arranged bento-style lunch boxes (salmon teriyaki and tempura udon are favorites among regulars) or a selection of sushi combo platters. For dinner, Yelp reviewers recommend the warming miso soup, spicy tuna tacos, and the seared scallops served over horseradish. Sushi lovers will be glad to know that the capable wait staff is glad to guide you through more than 20 a la cart sushi options in order to build your own custom sushi feast.

Umai is open Mondays through Saturdays. Lunch is served on weekdays.

Umai
220 Pennbrook Parkway
Lansdale, PA 19446
(215) 855-5544
umaisushibar.com
www.yelp.com/biz/umai-lansdale

Try Tropical Cocktails and Tasty Food at Bahama Breeze

Michelle Riesling wine and a splash of Myer's dark rum create a cocktail worth singing about—at least according to Bing Crosby and the other classic artists who covered Yaka Hula Hickey Dula​. The song's title also happens to be the name of a fruity Hawaiian drink that headlines the list of tropical cocktails at Bahama Breeze in King of Prussia. Just one of many Bahama Breeze locations on the East Coast, the KOP eatery fulfills tradition by serving delightful cocktails—and cuisine—during happy hour and dinner.

At the King of Prussia location, happy hour runs from 5 to 6 p.m. every weeknight, as well as 10 p.m. to closing time Sunday through Thursday. During those hours, you can grab a specialty cocktail like a Bahamarita for $4, a classic Jose Cuervo tequila cocktail for $3, and a pint of beer starting at $2. They come with half-priced apps that range from the tropical skillet-simmered jerk shrimp (a customer favorite) to all-American buttermilk-fried chicken sliders. Enjoy the cocktails and apps or stay for dinner to the tune of live music.

Bahama Breeze
320 Goddard Boulevard
King of Prussia, PA 19406
(610) 491-9822
www.bahamabreeze.com
www.yelp.com/biz/bahama-breeze-king-of-prussia

Alfredo’s Restaurant: A Norristown Favorite

Alfredo's Restaurant has been a Norristown institution for years, with generations of locals coming through the doors to enjoy top-notch breakfasts, lunches and dinners.

Many regulars rave that it’s the best breakfast in town for one reason: the breakfast pizza. This savory slice is a real winner. The burgers here are exceptional, with hand-formed patties and delicious toppings. Alfredo’s also offers up a great version of the “zep." If you’ve never had one, it’s a serious thing: a hoagie roll with salami, Provolone, raw onion and tomato, seasoned with oregano, olive oil, salt and pepper. They do it right. Sure, it’s not the healthiest food that you’ll ever eat in your life, but it's said to be very tasty!

Alfredo's Restaurant
1132 W. Main Street
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 277-1529

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Alfredo’s Restaurant: A Norristown Favorite

Alfredo's Restaurant has been a Norristown institution for years, with generations of locals coming through the doors to enjoy top-notch breakfasts, lunches and dinners.

Many regulars rave that it’s the best breakfast in town for one reason: the breakfast pizza. This savory slice is a real winner. The burgers here are exceptional, with hand-formed patties and delicious toppings. Alfredo’s also offers up a great version of the “zep." If you’ve never had one, it’s a serious thing: a hoagie roll with salami, Provolone, raw onion and tomato, seasoned with oregano, olive oil, salt and pepper. They do it right. Sure, it’s not the healthiest food that you’ll ever eat in your life, but it's said to be very tasty!

Alfredo's Restaurant
1132 W. Main Street
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 277-1529

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Break the Burger Cycle With Aman’s Authentic Indian Cuisine

For those occasions when you don’t have the time or energy to cook and take-out pizza just won't do, consider Aman's Authentic Indian Cuisine in Norristown. Aman’s has a reputation for some of the best northern Indian food not only in Montgomery County, but in the entire Philadelphia metropolitan area.

The menu features many Indian fare standards, but it also branches out to Indo-Chinese specialties like Manchoorian chicken and Hakka noodles. Reviewers on Yelp and TripAdvisor single out the goat curry for meat-eaters and paneer makhani for vegetarians, both with a side of garlic naan. If you want to sample several items on the menu, stop by for the lunch buffet, which allows you to try a bit of everything for less than you’d spend at a burger joint.

Aman's Authentic Indian Cuisine also offers take-out service if you’re in a rush, plus a rental hall for receptions, parties, and other special events.

Aman's Authentic Indian Cuisine
2680 Dekalb Pike
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 277-5565
www.amansauthentic.com
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Corropolese Bakery & Deli: Taste a Local Institution

If you have been to a party, reunion, reception or event in Norristown or parts surrounding, you have probably eaten a slice of Corropolese’s pizza. If you haven’t, either you showed up late to the party or the hosts weren’t locals! The signature square-cut pizzas at this local institution are the tomato pie, spinach pie, and bruschetta pizza. Pick up a quarter sheet (eight slices) on your way home from work, or a full sheet (30 slices) for the next group event or gathering you’re planning.

Aside from pizza, Corropolese bakes a variety of breads, rolls, and pastries for both wholesale and retail customers and also offers a full-service deli and hoagie counter. Regulars especially recommend the meatball and Italian hoagies and the house-made coleslaw. For those with a sweet tooth, Corropolese’s cakes, cookies, baklava, and cannoli all earn the praise of Montgomery County locals.

Stop by to see (and smell and taste) what the neighborhood is talking about.

Corropolese Bakery & Deli
2014 Old Arch Road
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 272-8957
www.corropolesebakery.com
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The Melting Pot: Fondue in King of Prussia

Check out The Melting Pot, a fun fondue eatery offering an interactive dining experience. For the uninitiated, fondue hails from Switzerland, where in its most basic form, it consists of a simmering pot of melted cheese placed on the table in which cubes of bread are dipped with a long fork.

The Melting Pot lets you choose from a variety of fondue options, including several types of cheeses, as well as oil, and broth for cooking little chunks of meat and veggies. Meat, poultry, vegetables, artisan bread and seafood are the choices for dipping. Don’t skip dessert, because few things are as delightfully decadent as fresh berries dipped in chocolate. An expansive wine selection, beer and cocktails are also available.

The Melting Pot
150 Allendale Road
King of Prussia, PA 19406
(610) 265-7195
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Cranberry Café: Breakfast Fare and More in Blue Bell

Looking for a friendly spot for a flavorful breakfast and lunch in Blue Bell? Put Cranberry Café on your culinary agenda. The ambiance is quaint and cheerful and the menu offers some tasty fare at reasonable prices.

Stop by in the a.m. to fuel up for the day with Poached Eggs on a fluffy croissant, a Scrambled Egg Bagel, or a California Omelet with avocado, onions, tomatoes and Monterrey jack cheese. Sandwiches include Tomato & Mozzarella on a French roll, Country Ham & Swiss, and a Grilled Eggplant with basil pesto. Panini and wraps are also on the menu. A yummy salad is always a great choice. Choose from Spinach & Cranberry, and Caesar Salad with grilled chicken and Fresh Mozzarella with mixed greens.

Blue Bell's Cranberry Café is open Monday through Saturday.

Cranberry Café
1201 Dekalb Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(610) 277-8070
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cranberry-Cafe/108078179233367
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Bluefin: BYOB to This Cozy Japanese Fare Eatery in East Norriton

Since opening its doors back in 2000, Bluefin in East Norriton has followed the Kim family’s guiding principles: serve fresh, authentic Japanese seafood in an environment that is both elegant and welcoming. Don’t let the strip mall exterior fool you: Regular diners say that when you walk into this cozy BYOB, you'll be taken aback by its sophisticated decor and intimate scale.

The dining room seats about 30, with a romantic atmosphere and attentive service. The sushi bar allows 10 guests to watch their skilled chefs prepare California rolls, toro sashimi, and multiple combination platters. As for the food, diners recommend the rock shrimp sundae, lobster tempura, and usuzukuri. Planning a party or special occasion? Book Bluefin's private dining room for a night your guests will be sure to remember! A word to the wise: the dining room can get a bit cool, so if you tend to get chilly you might bring a light sweater.

Bluefin
2820 Dekalb Pike
East Norriton, PA 19401
(610) 277-3917
www.sushibluefin.com
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Le Village Cafe: Casual Dining in Norristown

Come to one of the best little cafes in Norristown – Le Village Cafe! Located in the Fairview Village Shopping Center, Le Village Cafe offers fresh and delicious fare. You’ll be comfortable in the cozy dining room, and the servers are friendly and helpful. Start your day with one of the cafe's Benedict specialties or signature omelets – the Caliente with sausage, veggies and cheese is a big hit, as is the Crab Benedict. Come for lunch and get a bowl of the house-made soup du jour, along with a tasty salad or one of Le Village Cafe’s sandwich selections. The dinner menu offers excellent entrée choices, and don’t pass up the Mediterranean Tapas menu – little gems that you can enjoy with friends. Hosting an event? Le Village Cafe also offers catering!

Le Village Cafe
1013 Valley Forge Road
Norristown, PA 19403
(610) 539-0627
www.levillagecafe.com
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