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Ron's Original Bar & Grille
Categories: Nightlife Bars Sports Bars Restaurants Italian Sports Bars, Italian [Edit]
74 E Uwchlan AveExton, PA 19341
(610) 594-9900
- Hours:
Mon-Wed 11 am - 12 am
Thu-Sat 11 am - 2 am
Sun 12 pm - 12 am
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Music:
- Live
- Best Nights:
- Tue, Wed, Thu
- Happy Hour:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
31 reviews for Ron's Original Bar & Grille
Review Highlights
"Their ovals are awesome and one of my favorites."
(in 11 reviews)
"They hav the best beer selection in town."
(in 9 reviews)
"...new things because their happy hour and Phillies deals are..."
(in 5 reviews)
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31 reviews in English
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Review from Amy H.
8/25/2011
Years ago, I used to work across the street from what was originally known as Ron's Schoolhouse; an uninteresting chain-style pizza shop located in a strip mall.
They're in the same location but Ron's sure has grown up since the early 90s although, they still have the school bus front-end built into the wall at the back of the restaurant. Most of the new decor is fitting for Chester County; a sophisticated equestrian country theme that never seems to go out of style in this region of PA. They have completely and artificially reformed the space to emote an Old World effect by building a cozy bar, stone walls and by fashioning large brick areas with elements of stucco and dark trim throughout the entire building. The bar has a separate entrance and the restaurant is child-friendly; you'll find items such as, assorted salads, vegetable sticks and other healthy options on the children's menu.
Ron's is one of those places where you sit down to order your beverage and you already know what you'll have because you keep coming back for the same thing. Much of the menu is the same and I was stoked to see the veggie oval (much like a pizza, only better) still on the menu. The service is always predictable and reliable.
Live entertainment on weekends and a very good place to stop after a show at the People's Light Theatre. It is a little out of the way, but affordable and worth the stop if you're traveling via the PA turnpike. Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 5:30PM - 7:30PM and you can get one of those delicious ovals I mention for half price, regularly priced at only $7.95. Enough for two people. If you enjoy alcohol, Ron's offers flights of Tequila, Scotch and also Martinis, which from what I understand is unusual. -
Review from Mike A.
CHESTER SPRGS, PA
8/21/2011
This is my go to bar. A few blocks from home and totally solid.
Before I start raving about the bar, I'll quickly talk about the dining atmosphere. First things first is that the dining menu is the same as the bar menu. This is what could be causing confusion to some other reviewers. (Too many options for the bar and somewhat silly options for a full fledged restaurant) The only reason I know this is because Ive been to the bar many times and Ive been dining a few times. I admit I found it somewhat odd, but in the end, since I go to the bar more often I enjoy it because it gives me a good opportunity to try many things at the bar.
That said, I hardly ever try new things because their happy hour and Phillies deals are so good. The ovals (flatbread pizzas) are great and the boneless wings are perfect for someone like myself who loves chicken but is not the biggest fan of the whole wing eating concept. I can stick a fork in them and eat the delicious little nuggets.
The bartenders here have always been great and the beer selection is great, It does seem that the draft selection goes toward the heavier/higher alcohol beers, but I just got Pliny the Elder there so I cant complain. Bands playing here is even a good setup. You can watch and enjoy if you please or if its not your thing, its not too loud or domineering for you to be overwhelmed or displeased with it.
Rons also offers takeout (food AND beer) which I have not taken advantage of but the wall of good bottled beers always makes me want to stop in quickly after work.
After writing this I kinda cant wait to go back. -
Review from Larry W.
Malvern, PA
12/18/2011
Have always heard great things about this place but had a pretty average meal here today and the soup was terrible. Maybe just an off day for the kitchen?
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Review from Alli D.
Coatesville, PA
Updated - 7/29/2011
Update, YEP I still love Rons, ate there last night and again they are awsome!
Service ( Tattooed , pierced Dan was GREAT!!) a little slow getting to us with 3 little kids but other than that he was a good waiter!
Food-spot on again, Hubs had a fantastic pasta dish( Citrus Chicken)
I had my favorite stand by, Calamari salad again, perfect
FANTASTIC homemade croutons- the little things in life make me happy!
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5/11/2011
Well done! great place, HUGE menu, nice bar!
My lunch salad( Calamari salad with thai yogurt… Read more »
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Review from Darin S.
Downingtown, PA
11/22/2011
This is currently our favorite pub in the area.
The food is great, the staff is attentive and the beer list has more interesting things to try than I can keep track of.
The worst thing that I can say about Rons' is that the dining room can feel a little cramped, particularly with cranky kids. We tend to avoid busy restaurants, 'cause we're old fogeys, and have not gone at night, when I suspect that Rons' will feel more like a bar than a restaurant, which is fine for the people who want that. -
Review from Joe C.
Chester Springs, PA
5/17/2011
Ron's is a great place for lunch or dinner. The small bar area seems to get packed on a Friday night, but I only have seen it passing to the dining room.
I have eaten at Ron's about 30x over the last 5 years and I have never been disappointed with the food. That's saying something. Sometimes the service is a little "brisk" but nothing over-the-top.
They have a very nice craft beer menu also, which is good to have with a hot roast pork sandwich or a crispy Oval.
Overall, if I need to get a great lunch, Ron's is my go-to place. -
Review from Safrona O.
Pottstown, PA
3/10/2011
I really WANT to like Ron's, and I do enjoy the little bar with the great beer selection...but every time I go there something is disappointing.
So... being a native Texan, I have very particular tastes in BBQ,so it should have come as no surprise that the ribs were just eh, but not awful. What was awful that visit were the two LONG hairs I found in the beans, YUCK.
On our next visit, I tried to stick with something more reliable like pizza - plain old pepperoni pizza. But the one food group I hate is the Onion Family. For some reason, they put onions on my pizza! No big deal but I had to pick them off before I could eat them.
Our next visit was just to the bar to watch a band play. We thought about eating, but when you look through a 10 page menu and NOTHING looks appetizing you know you need to move on. A couple of suggestions: cut the menu down to two or three genres instead of eight and for heaven's sake, don't charge so much money to substitute a potato side for a vegetable side!
Why did I keep going back? Because my husband's business is located about 1/2 a mile away and it's convenient. But honestly, we've been avoiding it lately until we hear that the menu is changing.
I will check back in a few months and hopefully can raise the rating to 3 stars.Comment from Ron I. of Ron's Original Bar & Grille 3/15/2011
Sorry to say but I think the customer has her restaurants… More » -
Review from Jeff M.
Malvern, PA
9/6/2011
Ron's is on our list of regular places to hit. Very casual and very friendly atmosphere. Perhaps the most comfortable bar stools I've ever sat in. The food is very good quality and very reasonably priced. The menu isn't going to have anything you haven't seen before. But, it's all prepared with fresh and quality ingredients. We have never had a bad meal there. And the staff is very attentive. Great beer selection as well.
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Review from Bee H.
Phoenixville, PA
11/10/2011
Love this place! I have only eaten once in the dining room but frequent the bar at least once a week. The beer selection is great for all beer lovers, Miller Lite to some of the best craft brews. Fran and his brother Kevin are two of the best bartenders I have ever had. They always remember us, make great conversation and make sure everyone is happy. The bar can get crowded during happy hour to early dinnertime but that speaks to how popular and great of a place it is. The menu is very extensive, giving lots of options. They have great happy hour specials and specials during Phillies, Eagles and Flyers games. Their ovals are awesome and one of my favorites. They now have a frequent visitor card too that you swipe everytime you eat or drink and can earn money off your bill once you reach a certain amount.
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Review from Bruce S.
Bally, PA
7/13/2010 1 Check-in Here
I went to Ron's on a recommendation of a co-worker for lunch one day. I ordered the special pizza of the day, a "spicy chicken bacon ranch" pizza that had jalapeno peppers on it and in the ranch sauce.
The pizza was AWESOME! The service was great and the atmosphere was fun. I highly recommend eating here, I will be doing it again! -
Review from Xtine H.
Philadelphia, PA
6/16/2010 1 Check-in Here
Tried this spot since they were tapping Southern Tier pumpking ale. Which is supposedly the best pumpkin beer available. Have since gone back on a few occasions.
It gets really packed, and the wait can be long.
I cant say there is anything wrong w/ the menu. The pizzas (called ovals) are really good, and you really have a choice of toppings. The sandwiches are good, as well. Companions have never complained about their meals, and have their usual favorites.
I don't think you will have any trouble choosing something to your liking foodwise or beverage wise.
The beer list is incredible!
You should definitely try this spot if you are in the area! -
Review from Steve D.
Jamison, PA
8/29/2008 1 photo
Ron's recently did an overhaul and this place has really stepped up their bar! Very nice high def TVs, more bar tables and 20 or so bar stools now. If you knew the old "bar" this is a tremendous upgrade. They have a couple of entrances to the place. First is the bar/restaurant door which allows you to sit down and eat/drink. The other entrance near the corner is a take-out only door.
Their beer selection is fantastic, they have 3 or so "regular" tap handles dedicated to the regulars and the rest are craft beer taps. If you're not happy with the 15ish craft beer taps they have quite an extensive selection of bottles too! They have a very nice beer menu for all their bottles and taps (thanks to the Beer Yard) which helps you choose what to order.
Their menu is pretty extensive and covers your basics. Pizza, Stromboli, Sandwiches, Hoagies, Burgers, Salads, etc but the real draw are the ovals. Ovals are a sort of flat bread pizza topped with just about anything you want. Definitely drop by for happy hour and pick one up at half price!
Ron's is a great place to relax after work or a spot to go and watch the game. The atmosphere is pretty relaxed and upscale but the attire is casual. The restaurant is completely separated from the bar area so there's always families and bar goers there. Stop in and have a drink if you're in the area.Listed in: Beer Bars
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Review from Jennifer L.
Coatesville, PA
1/15/2009
I love Ron's! The service is great, and the beer selection will knock your socks off. We've been several times in the last few weeks, and absolutely everything we've ordered, whether the wings or a salad or a sandwich or their signature "ovals" (basically pizza sans sauce) has been terrific.
It's worth pointing out that the bar area and restaurant are two completely different worlds. The bar is beautifully decorated, warm and welcoming, and the service is exceptional -- even when busy. The restaurant feels like a separate establishment. Still good, but tons and tons of kids and families. Which is fine, of course, but the bar feels much more sophisticated (but still casual) than the restaurant, which is a little more generic and Olive Garden-ish.
If it's just you and your significant other, or you and a couple of good friends: head to the bar. If it's you and the kiddies and grandma: the restaurant is the place to go.
Not in the mood to dine in? Head next door for their take-out, which features an amazing selection of beers, both obscure and well-known.
Either way, Ron's is a must-stop for any and all beer fans in the area. -
Review from Alex C.
West Chester, PA
3/31/2009
I have only been here for lunch and taken out for lunch so I cannot vouch or speak for their dinner menus or the bar, of which I hear good thing of both.
For lunch however, the food is great. It's a great place to take out from. They do have A LOT of beers at the take out counter and it's hard not to stare at it all and wish you could throw a few back on a Thursday when all you wish is that the week was over. Their ovals are phenomenal (be sure to get them around BOGO times which happens twice a year). I can also highly recommend their thin crust pizzas, they are more like a spanish flat bread than a pizza and are really great. Their burgers are tasty as well. And on top of all that their prices are extremely affordable. We take out from Ron's every day almost and it never disappoints.
One note, if you are picking up, be sure to remember what phone number they took your order under, as they use that to track your order, not your last name or what you ordered etc. They also deliver if you prefer that, on a schedule once every half hour I believe. -
Review from Robert W.
Exton, PA
10/8/2010
The previous time I went here, the restaurant/bar were closed due to a power failure, so i was looking forward to it. What a huge disappointment it was! Ron's advertisement on http://Yelp.com indicated $4 any flavor martinis and discounted happy hour appetizers on Mon-Fri during happy hour, but charged $8 for a lousy martini in the dining room on a Friday during happy hour. When I questioned this, the manager indicated happy hour specials only apply in the bar area and not the dining area. This was not specified anywhere on their website, nor was it in their sponsored advertisement on http://Yelp.com.
The food is mediocre at best and the service is spotty/inconsistent. They charged an additional $2 for an extra dinner roll and the server tried to clear my plate when I was eating with over half of the food remaining on it. The focus seemed to be on getting people in and getting them out as soon as possible and not on quality customer service.
If you are in the mood for good Italian food, mussels, pasta, seafood, etc. at a good restaurant/bar, I recommend Weso's in Marchwood and Fellini's in Berwyn.
Don't waste your time and money at Ron's Original Bar & Grille! -
Review from Nicci G.
Phoenixville, PA
4/13/2011
Rons Original Bar & Grille is one of my favorite places to go during the week. They have amazing food! I love getting the boneless buffalo wings for an appetizer and I usually get one of the ovals. Ive tried all of them and they were all pretty good. The only thing I hate about this place is the service. It can sometimes be fine but other times it can be VERY slow!
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Review from Tom B.
Malvern, PA
3/29/2011
Ron...you must have forgotten about your promotion with Jimmy's BBQ in Frazer. I'm sure these are the ribs and beans Safrona O. is reffering to.
With that said, I am a regular at Ron's...mainly Friday nights. The bartenders are great (Bryan and Fran). The pizzas are really good (much better than the ovals in my opinion) and the sandwiches are good as well.Comment from Ron I. of Ron's Original Bar & Grille 4/18/2011
I did forget about showcasing Jimmy's BBQ but we haven't… More » -
Review from Tara W.
Pottstown, PA
3/20/2011 1 Check-in Here
The quality and service here are excellent. We've loved every meal we've had at Ron's, and we've had many! It's our favorie place for a family dinner out.
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Review from Kathleen R.
Absecon, NJ
8/28/2011
We chose this place based on previous reviews but were disappointed with the food. Would not recommend this place. The cost seems excessive for the items purchased. We spent about $30 for one pizza steak, french fries, boneless wings and mozzarella sticks.
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Review from Amy C.
Exton, PA
3/1/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Good everyday fare for a good price. A little bummed tonight as no mussels available. The red are great when they have them. My kids like the shakes...
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Review from Curt Q.
Downingtown, PA
11/21/2010
Great place to try great bears. Food is even better than necessary. Music is a plus.
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Review from L B.
Exton, PA
We r regulars at Ron's! They hav the best beer selection in town!! And their Belgian mussels are the best of anywhere!! This comes from a very avid seafood eater!! The bar staff r xtremely friendly and fun to b around!!! ; )
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Review from R R.
Exton, PA
10/12/2009 3 Check-ins Here
I have only been here for takeout. The ovals are really good. When I don't order ovals I usually go for a BBQ cheesesteak. I also order Val's Nachoes. They are very good
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Review from Bill C.
Exton, PA
9/16/2010
Great beer menu! Food is nothing special...service is hit or miss.
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Review from Philip C.
Phoenixville, PA
Updated - 3/13/2010
The second time I went here wasn't nearly a good as the first. The beer situation was similar but the mussels were only ok, the broth terrible. The calamari was listed as lightly breaded but was mostly breading. Still a decent place but I guess the meal depends more on the cook that evening.
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1/22/2010
I went here with my family after hearing they had a great beer selection. Checking online they list… Read more »
Comment from Ron I. of Ron's Original Bar & Grille 4/6/2010
Hey Phillip, thanks for the review. I just wanted you to… More » -
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Review from Kirsten P.
Berwyn, PA
4/23/2011
The Sicilian was amazing. My hubby's Sausage and Onion Oval was delish! And mad props to Clinton and Kevin, bartenders extraordinaire. Thanks for a great dinner!
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Review from Matt W.
West Chester, PA
1/28/2009
Rons has defenilty stepped it up with the recent re-model, Excellent food, beer list is great and the service is freindly. Great atmosphere and new bar!
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Review from John G.
Berkeley, CA
6/30/2009
Every visit home, I stop at Ron's for my pizza-steak fix. An excellent steak sandwich, considering its in the far western burbs of Philadelphia.
As noted by other reviewers, they have an extensive (ready huge) list of beers, mostly bottled.
Their ovals (like a pizza, but not sauce) are quite popular. Their regular and boneless (not really boneless wings, more like chicken nuggets with no breading) chicken wings are an excellent balance of heat and flavor.
Takeout is fast and easy.
As also noted by other Yelpers, they do attract a note families with small childern............so expect noisy (in a kid way) and sometimes a tad messy during peak hours. -
Review from Philip B.
Exton, PA
1/21/2011
I'll be honest with you. I've gone to this place a number of times over the past 5 years, and its gotten to the point where you can't get near it on Saturday night, and while its good....it's not that good that I'll wait. It's far too small to accomodate the patrons. i'd just as soon go down the road to Weso's where the food is just as good, if not better, and the noise is not so loud that you can't think.
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Review from Andrea P.
Malvern, PA
12/1/2010
Great spot for lunch or dinner! Recommend the ovals and pizza. Nice bar area.
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Review from Rosalie R.
Malvern, PA
6/18/2009 1 Check-in Here
I tried Ron's tonight for the first time. Per Jennifer L's suggestion, I asked my friend to meet me in the bar. Standing room only at the bar - seemed like happy hour for corporate types. We got a table instead and it seemed like everyone was celebrating a birthday for various 4 year-olds. Luckily, they were all in a different room or my experience may have been different. Our service was prompt and friendly, the menu is large with a selection of everything from hoagies to pizza to traditional Italian fare entrees. We both tried an "Oval" - basically a misshapen personal-sized pizza. I had BBQ chicken - it was delicious and I ate the whole thing. They also have a fantastic draft beer selection - I had some yummy Russian chocolate Stout. We moved to the bar which was still loud but less crowded - I'm not saying that I'm a beauty queen, but the crowd at this bar was, let's say, somewhat unattractive. Less hip than I expected in terms of both decor and crowd but was very comfortable to enjoy an after-dinner drink. Next time I would like to try the old bay fries and the chocolate pudding cake and whatever is new on draft.
