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Biryani King: Norristown Indian Fare

March 3, 2015 by

Biryani King has quickly become a contender on the Norristown dining scene. It’s a favorite spot when you tire of your ho-hum culinary routine and want to enjoy some spicy food. The name biryani refers to a traditional Indian cuisine dish with rice, spices, vegetables and fish, chicken, goat or lamb. By all accounts, this eatery does its namesake right, with a tasty array of the biryani dishes in several varieties. Choose your biryani with chicken, veggie, shrimp, goat or egg. Other dishes include Mixed Vegetable Curry, Chicken Tikka Masala, Murg Malai Kabob, Paneer Butter Masala, Tandoori Chicken and Onion Pakoras. Friendly service and reasonable prices make this a great option for lunch or dinner.

Biryani King is open every day.

Biryani King
3140 W. Ridge Pike
Norristown, PA 19403
(610) 539-8362
www.facebook.com/BiryaniKingNorristown
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Ray’s: Tasty Fare in Norristown

February 24, 2015 by

Like any good diner, Ray's features burgers, fries, sandwiches and sides, plus some tasty desserts.

Burgers are a mainstay of the menu here, with hearty options like the Blackjack Burger with a blackened grilled 8-Ounce patty, the One-Eyed Cheeseburger with two 4-ounce patties topped with a fried egg, peppers, onions, and American cheese. A Turkey Burger and a few Veggie Burger options are also on the menu. Seafood Burger choices include Shrimp, Oyster, Salmon, Tuna, Crab and Mahi. Chicken Sandwiches feature a Blackened Chicken, Grilled Chicken and BBQ Cheddar. A kids' menu gives the tykes some tasty options.

Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner.

Ray's
14 East Germantown Pike
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 279-3555
http://www.yelp.com/biz/rays-restaurant-and-malt-shop-norristown

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Santangelo’s Cafe: Visit Anytime for a Tasty Meal

February 3, 2015 by

Santangelo's Cafe is Mike Santangelo's pet project, and it's easy to see his passion in the restaurant's decor, service, and menu. This Plymouth Meeting restaurant’s atmosphere is casual and relaxed, while the staff is knowledgeable and friendly, and the food is fresh, straightforward, and tasty.

Yelp reviewers warn that you might have a bit of trouble spotting this place from the road on your first visit, but emphasize that it's worth the effort, especially for breakfast, which is one of Santangelo's busiest times. Order a short stack with a side of scrambled eggs and bacon, or treat yourself to a Nutella-stuffed French toast. Later in the day you'll enjoy simple, tasty meals like a meatball melt sandwich with fries or a grilled cheese sandwich with a bowl of the daily soup special.

Whatever time of day you visit, regular diners insist that the portions will be generous and the prices will be reasonable.

Santangelo’s Cafe
910 East Main Street
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 292-9912
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Harry’s Blue Bell Tap Room: A Local Gastropub

January 27, 2015 by

Harry’s Blue Bell Tap Room is a friendly neighborhood pub, perfect for kicking back with a refreshing beverage and a bite to eat. Settle in with a craft brew on tap like Clown Shoes Hoppy Feet Black IPA, Terrapin Wake-n-Bake Coffee Oatmeal Imperial Stout, or Ommegang Glimmerglass Saison. Add on a nosh like Harrison’s Hawk Wings with your choice of sauce, Pan Fried Mozzarella with marinara sauce, or Buffalo Shrimp with crumbled bleu cheese dressing.

Heartier appetites may want to dig into Racci’s Ribeye Flatbread topped with shaved steak, fried onions & provolone, a Black and Bleu Chicken Sandwich on ciabatta bread, or the General’s Portabella Sandwich with house made mozzarella. Burgers and salads are also served.

Harry's Blue Bell Tap Room is open Tuesday through Sunday.

Harry's Blue Bell Tap Room
736 Dekalb Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(610) 279-2337
http://www.harrysbluebelltaproom.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/harrys-blue-bell-taproom-blue-bell

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Arugula Ristorante: Savor the Taste of Italy

January 6, 2015 by

Imagine sitting down to an authentic Italian meal on the Amalfi Coast: You savor the taste of fresh, local produce, handmade pastas, and a cornucopia of quality meats and seafood. Well, that's exactly what you'll get at Arugula Ristorante, where the service and cuisine are both modeled after an authentic Italian trattoria.

This Plymouth Meeting restaurant's wood burning oven turns out expertly grilled meat and offers the white-hot heat that gives pizza crust a satisfying char. Yelp reviewers give special praise to Arugula's grilled calamari as an appetizer, and they say the restaurant's complimentary bruschetta is pretty tasty, too. For main dishes, anything with the vodka sauce gets a good review, and the veal medallions with prosciutto, sage, and mozzarella is reportedly delicious.

Note that Arugula is a BYOB, so be sure to pick up a bottle of your favorite vintage to enjoy with your meal.

Arugula Ristorante
2350 Butler Pike
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 941-1177
arugulacoldpoint.com
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Corropolese Bakery & Deli: Sweet Treats

December 30, 2014 by

Today Corropolese Bakery & Deli is a Montgomery County institution with several successful locations. But in 1924, Corropolese Bakery was a small family-run shop, making hearty and authentic Italian breads, rolls, and pastries for local workers. Now, almost a century later, the shop in Norristown is the original and the flagship, baking fresh rolls, slicing deli meats, and serving up slices of their famous tomato pies (Yelp reviewers call the tomato pie here the best in the Philadelphia region).

Hungry on your lunch break? Stop by for a hot hoagie, a slice of pizza and a cannoli. Throwing a party? Place an order for one of Corropolese’s gourmet lunch meat platters, famous meatball trays, sheet of iced cookies, or a custom cake for your upcoming birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion. In short, Corropolese has become a neighborhood institution that never goes stale; you just might find yourself going back again and again.

Corropolese Bakery & Deli
2014 Old Arch Road
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 272-8957
www.corropolesebakery.com
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The Stone Rose Restaurant: Fresh and Local

December 2, 2014 by

More and more people are beginning to appreciate the importance of locally-grown food. Fruits, vegetables, meats and cheeses that are sourced directly from the provider and don’t have to travel across the country are more flavorful and better for you, too. One of Conshohocken’s best dining destinations for locavores is The Stone Rose Restaurant.

Because the offerings vary greatly with the season, the menu can vary widely, but some favorites are the exceptional braised beef short ribs over macaroni and cheese, the soy-glazed wild boar shank with zucchini ribbons and cheddar mash, and the wasabi pea-crusted yellowfin tuna. The bar offers a sterling selection of cocktails as well as draft beer from regional microbreweries.

The Stone Rose Restaurant
822 Fayette Street
Conshohocken, PA 19428
(484) 532-7300
http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-stonerose-restaurant-conshohocken

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Plaza Azteca: Modern Mexican Cuisine in Plymouth Meeting

November 25, 2014 by

Plymouth Meeting residents know that for great Mexican food, Plaza Azteca is a local gem. Customers praise the restaurant's fresh guacamole, which is prepared table-side and spiced just as you like: mild, spicy, or even sweet. Grilled jumbo shrimp make a nice accompaniment to the guacamole and chips, as does one of the restaurant's specialty margaritas. Try the flavored or organic varieties for a nice variation on the typical drink.

As for main dishes, simple, fresh, Mexican fare flavors dominate the menu, and you'll find the best values in the restaurant's popular combination plates. Vegetarians will enjoy the cheese enchilada and stuffed chile relleno plate served with rice and beans, while meat lovers with hearty appetites might try the massive steak burrito with a chicken tostada and spicy beef taco on the side.

Plaza Azteca
351 Plymouth Road
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 940-3906
www.plazaazteca.com
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Rocco’s Brick Oven Pizzeria: The Classic

November 4, 2014 by

Rocco’s Brick Oven Pizzeria is as good as its name: stop in to grab a wood-fired, brick oven pie with all of your favorite toppings.

Specialty pizzas include the Melanzano with fried eggplant, fresh basil & mozzarella cheese, the Naples with roasted peppers & artichoke hearts, Italian sausage & fresh basil, or the Rustica with pepperoni, roasted peppers, olives & fresh sliced onion. Panini, hoagies, grinders, stromboli and wraps are also on the menu, as is a tasty array of pasta specialties. Classics like Penne Primavera, Chicken Marsala, Shrimp Scampi, Linguine with Clam Sauce, Spaghetti with Meatballs and Lasagna are all featured, too.

Rocco's is open for lunch and dinner.

Rocco's Brick Oven Pizzeria
1339 Sandy Hill Road
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 277-3111
http://www.yelp.com/biz/roccos-brickoven-of-norristown-norristown

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Arugula: Leave Room for Tiramisu at This Italian Restaurant

October 28, 2014 by

Arugula is an Italian restaurant specializing in traditional dishes that are artfully prepared, yet at the same time rustic and straightforward. The restaurant's loyal Plymouth Meeting customers say the food at Arugula is fresh, well prepared, and authentic. It's also beautifully plated so that it's a colorful feast for your eyes as well as your mouth.

Try the popular bone-in, breaded veal Milanese with chopped arugula and tomato salad on the side, or indulge in a decadent plate of penne pasta with shrimp, scallops, and sun-dried tomatoes cooked in a delicate brandy tomato cream sauce. Yelp reviewers remind you to leave room for dessert, which is elevated to a work of art at Arugula. The tiramisu, which is light and moist with just a touch of rum, is an ideal end to any meal.

Arugula
2350 Butler Pike
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 941-1177
arugulacoldpoint.com
www.yelp.com/biz/arugula-ristorante-plymouth-meeting

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