The 10 Best Restaurants In Lower Merion, Philadelphia

Pagano’s is your classic Italian-American deli. You can find a multitude of different sandwiches including Italian hoagies like homemade eggplant Parmesan and hot roast beef. They also do some other tasty sandwiches like the caprese with a pan-fried chicken cutlet or the spicy Italian Diablo. Pair your meal with some yummy little side snacks like pepper shooters, potato salad, chicken Caesar pasta salad, or indulgent seafood salad. You can expect each sandwich to be made with high-quality, authentic ingredients. They even do a fish sandwich special during Lent. The interior is casual, and orders are typically served to go.

Centrella’s Deli offers an amazing spread of Italian treats including packaged items imported directly from Europe. From cheeses and spreads to pastas and sausages to panettone, you’ll be able to find just about any Italian specialty item you can think of. Naturally, they also do some pretty yummy deli sandwiches served with thinly sliced meats. Their breakfast sandwiches are particularly popular as well. Try the sausage, egg, roasted pepper, broccoli rabe, and sharp provolone. It’s unforgettable. Centrella’s can even cater your next special event, as they make platters of meats, cheese, olives and more in addition to the sandwiches. Did we mention they make their own homemade meatballs and lobster raviolis?

A top spot in Lower Merion is Boccella’s Deli. They do their own melty, delicious sandwiches. One of the most popular is the cheesesteak and egg on a hoagie. We recommend ordering the perfectly crisp waffle fries as a side. Boccella’s also ventures outside of what could be served on a bun. Specifically, we’re referring to their amazing Korean BBQ tacos, which are not to be missed. In addition, Boccella’s Deli also serves lots of excellent regional brews.

McKenna’s Kitchen does breakfast, brunch, and lunch the Irish way. At McKenna’s you’ll find a charming menu. For breakfast, try ‘The Chipper,’ which comes with the eggs with sausage, baked beans, and authentic Irish soda bread. For lunch, go with the braised beef sandwich, and for a snack, the loaded chips covered in cheese and meat won’t let you down. To take a sampling of these, order the Afternoon Tea Basket that comes with scones and various breads. The rustic interior is pleasant with it colorful flowers and accents. McKenna’s Kitchen also offers a variety of classic British baked goods.

Herosame serves many different Japanese dishes with an emphasis on sushi and sashimi. Many of them are interesting and indulgent. One of our favorites is the Jennifer Roll, which comes with avocado, cucumber, and mango topped with shrimp and crabmeat. If sushi’s not really your thing, go with the ramen or the spicy seafood gumbo. For an appetizer, you can’t go wrong with some deliciously slimy agedashi tofu. The sultry interior features Japanese paper lanterns and bamboo decor. Pair your meal with a Japanese Asahi beer or some plum wine.