Ricketts Glen Hotel, Benton PA

We (and some friends - total 6 people) made reservations here for 2023 Valentine's Day dinner, as we'd heard good things and wanted to see how it was.

Note: we live in the Wilkes-Barre area, so it was close to a 40 minute drive. Not difficult, but not a quick trip. The outside of the place is modest, and sits back off the road about 100yards I'd say. Plenty of parking, but overall, unremarkable, we all commented.

Once indoors, a fairly casual atmosphere in what I'd describe as a non assuming rustic type setting. Clean, comfortable, volume of the overall ambience was ideal. We could all talk around the table and didn't have to raise our voices.

We were seated quickly and received prompt and pleasant service. The menu wasn't extensive, but I consider that a good thing as they're able to concentrate on a fairly small list and should be good at it.

Note: the menu is mostly seafood oriented, but there are a few items if you're not a fan of that kind of thing. I'm not a seafood lover, so I was happy to see that I didn't have to "make due", and had some non-surf type choices available to me. The menu also has a decent appetizer selection, and as the restaurant is connected to the bar area, you've got a good selection of adult beverages, if you're in the mood. Soft drinks and other non-alcoholic drinks are also in hand.

The food WAS really good! All 6 of us enjoyed our meals and had nothing but praise for the quality. Those of us who had surf based meals thought it was much better than average & one of turf diners stated that it was one of the best steaks they'd had in a long time. The service was professional & attentive, but not hovering. A nice desert selection was offered and those too, were Prices were very reasonable - it seemed that we spent on average @ 40$ a person - with desert, but alcohol NOT included.

We didn't stay at the hotel, so I can't comment on the rooms. I was told there were 4 or 5 rooms available @ 75$ (?) a night.

Overall, a hidden jewel of a dining experience. We'll definitely return when the weather is nicer, as I think it would compliment the overall vibe.

Definitely worth the drive we all thought. Give it a try; I don't think you'll be disappointed.

Food always great clam soup phenomenal, prime rib excellent, The burgers fantastic and Cajun chicken salad great.

This review is for the restaurant only. Been here three times over several years and each time the food is AMAZING! Never been disappointed. Was there with a large party and everyone loved their food. Service was friendly and prompt. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

We were there for dinner last nite
Very good waitress I believe her name was Krista.
3 of us really loved our food 2 said their meals were ok.

Excellent meal very enjoyable reservation needed and well worth the ride, from anywhere. Server was very pleasant

Came here all three nights of our trip here. Great food and pleasant staff. Everything we got was good and even other peoples dishes looked good too.

Good fresh food at very reasonable prices. April 3rd 2022 we had a small party in the back room for my dads birthday. It was great and our waitress was terrific. The seafood was fresh and scrumptious and the Italian dishes savory. Nice casual atmosphere.

Stayed at the hotel and ate at the bar. The place was clean, drinks were great and food was awesome. Don't know what else to add. Will be back.

We didn't stay in the hotel, but had dinner in the restaurant. The food was cooked perfectly, steak exactly how it should have been, chicken parm was outstanding, pasta was al Dente, broccoli was fresh and steamed well. NE Clam chowder was awesome! (And I really only like Manhattan). Waitress and her daughter, Em, were excellent! Super friendly and attentive! We will most certainly visit again! Very impressed! Even the mushrooms were tasty!

Went to the restaurant the Friday before Valentine's Day. Had a very pleasant experience. The staff was friendly and very accommodating. Ordered the prime rib which was cooked to perfection and so delicious. Would highly recommend.

We had a great dinner and our server was great. Clam chowder was delicious. We also had the salmon, duck (special for the day), chicken parmesan (which could have fed 2 people!), and shrimp scampi. Everyone was very pleased with their meal. The place isn't fancy but they do have great food.

We went there for lunch, and the food was very good, they have the best clam chowder you ever ate!
Service was wonderful! We go there every year when we visit friends in the area!

The atmosphere was cozy and comfortable. My girlfriend said it felt like "home". Food (I had Filet Mignon, it was perfect and my girlfriend had Crab Cakes, she said they tasted fresh) and service was Great! We will definitely be going back.

Got married at the falls and the staff accommodated our small wedding party with great service and good food! Don't skip the clam chowder! Can easily see this becoming a pit stop each anniversary.

Had the most excellent meal on our first anniversary! Friendly waitress, food was hot, and delivered quickly, best meal and dining experience I've had in a long time