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Ariano

114 South Olive St., Media, PA 19063
(610) 892-6944
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Ranked #6 of 71 restaurants in Media
Cuisines: Italian
Dining options: Reservations
Most recent review
- May 3, 2013
Restaurant details
Dining options: Reservations
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Philadelphia PA
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36 reviews 36 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

This was my 2nd time here and we were seated right away and then there were a whole bunch of people that came in after us and had to wait for a table. I felt like I was being rushed in and out of there. It was disappointing. There were a few negatives: 1. I ordered an iced tea. They... More

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Glendora, New Jersey
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013

My husband and I have been to Ariano twice. The first time we were with a group of friends and had drinks and appetizers. The last time we took our friend for his birthday! The cosmos were delicious and the appetizers wonderful. The scallop risotto was the best I've ever had. The desserts were excellent as well. We will definitely... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2013

We've been to Ariano a few times...always very pleasant with a lively atmosphere and tasty food. Now that they have a liquor license, we ordered our beverages off the beer/wine menu. No prices are listed for the beer. I was a bit surprised when I received the bill to see the only beer that I ordered (called My Antonia) was... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

You go here to eat good food. Not to talk. It's loud and crowded. But the food is great. When the weather is warm, you can eat outside.

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Paoli, Pennsylvania
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27 reviews 27 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2013

Lovely atmosphere !! Killer gelato ! The owner is just great and will sit down and chat with you telling you stories from Italy. Makes me feel like home when I walk in and get a warm greeting. The baristas make a great cappuccino/ espresso. Highly recommend sitting upstairs.

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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

Tried two dishes and found the food wonderful. Nice layout but overseated . Watch those tiny 2 person tables. Will definitely go back regularly but maybe will avoid the usual crowded evenings due to acoustics. Service was fine Byob Sunday,Monday,Tuesday no corkage fee a definite plus

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Philadelphia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

Our 4th trip and first since Ariano got their liquor license. Gourmet pizza for me, excellent as usual--and a huge selection. Also tried for the first time the mussels served in a pizza crust bowl. Pizza bowl kept the tomato broth super hot - split as an appetizer - excellent. Besides pizza, they have a number of nice entrees, salads... More

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Philadelphia PA USA
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2013

Ariano is an excellent option for a casual dinner. Wonderful designer pizza. The dinners are excellent as well.

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Brookhaven, PA
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29 reviews 29 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 14, 2013

The first thing I worry about when trying a new place is whether or not there is enough food. No issues here, as we ended up with 3 containers to take home. We dined with another couple on a Saturday night. The place was busy and a bit noisy. We started with a Caprese salad-there was enough to share. I... More

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Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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31 reviews 31 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2013

I just had to write another review of Ariano after reading the negative review by Joy M. We were upstairs (a group of 10) on New Year's Eve and had wonderful service and wonderful food. The noise does travel from the 2nd floor but we did not find it to be a problem. I didn't feel as if we were... More

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