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Not Your Average Joe's Ardmore

4.2
4.2
1908 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Not Your Average Joe's Kitchen & Bar offers a menu inspired by American cuisine. Its menu is stylish, contemporary and includes fresh oysters, gourmet pizzas, rice bowls and a variety of burgers. During a daily Happy Hour, diners can also enjoy both drink and appetizer specials.

Along with an array of beers, its menu includes wines and a wide selection of specialty cocktails. You'll further enjoy a casual and pub-like experience. Its décor includes an open kitchen, bench seating and a separate bar area with mounted flat screen televisions all around for watching sporting events.

Not Your Average Joe’s Ardmore is located in the Suburban Square upscale open-air mall and farmers market. Conveniently close to Villanova University, Lower Merion High School, and Haverford College, our restaurant has dine-in, carry out, and delivery options to serve-up our creative cuisine any way you like it. 

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 23 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (484) 708-1500

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Andrew Freese

  • Catering

    We over our XL Style Party menu for large orders for the office, team, or whole family! Visit us online to see all of our menus, including our Party Menu!

  • Private party facilities

    We've hosted private parties of all types for the Ardmore community! From engagement and retirement parties to birthdays and business happy hours, we do it all. Call us at 484-708-1500 to discuss options for your group.

  • Private party contact

    Matt Musmanno: (866) 918-4951

  • Neighborhood

    Ardmore

  • Cross street

    Lancaster Avenue

  • Parking details

    Free parking in adjacent 4 story parking garage behind Apple store.

  • Public transit

    We are easily accessible from Ardmore Station on the Paoli/Thorndale Line.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

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  1. JoelL

    Philadelphia

    103 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    103 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Food is always good…server was a bit inattentive, but not unusual for this restaurant.
  2. Charles

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food1service3ambience3
    Fish and chips came out cold. Overall pricing did not appear to be a good value. Entrées appeared to cost more than they were worth, especially with the sparse presentation. Doubt that we will return to this location or any other in the restaurant chain.
  3. ronniep

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience5
    Good news first: Our server (Ayesha) was lovely, the staff was friendly, the cocktails were really creative and well-made, the place was clean and had a lively vibe. The bad news: The food was truly mediocre - and yet so pricey. I'll pay the price for great food, but this food was just not worth the price.
  4. DavidP

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and very personable waiters and staff. Food was wonderful and plenty of everything. All of the food is fresh and choices range in different areas which makes it a top notice restaurant.
  5. ChristyMcClaff

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience4
    Food was delicious but pricey for bar food items. Service not so great. Had to keep asking for stuff and place was not busy. Brought home party of 3 meals and finally was asked if we needed a bag then just handed bag to us instead of placing 3 boxes in it. Mind you this was before we gave a tip. Effort needed by waitress especially when she had food runners. Recommend take out instead of sitting.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love my date
  7. KatyO

    Philadelphia

    16 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    The first two things my husband ordered they were out of - would have been great to let us know that before. Our appetizer plates and first round of drinks sat empty on the table the entire time, even after we stacked them all together. The waiter came over while we were eating our apps to clarify my daughter’s order, which means that he hadn’t put it in yet. The waiter wore a mask and too-large plastic gloves. I have no problem with people wanting to protect themselves but we could barely hear him - speak up when wearing a mask. And the gloves are supposed to be tight fitting and actually seemed less hygienic than his bare hands might have been. The food was good.
  8. keyzmom

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Here’s the deal: despite the name. This place is just average. Any less & you’ll be cooking and serving yourself.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience1
    This place lost it’s spark. The hostesses at the front are not welcoming. We arranged a birthday dessert to be delivered to the table that was never executed. Our table was upstairs right next to the kitchen. It was a terrible location. The food was good but there are other establishments around with good food that I’ll be checking out instead of returning here.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. We need to be gluten free and they have a great gluten free menu.. Our waitress Bree could not have been nicer and more helpful
  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Our server Andrew was awesome.. very friendly and super attentive.. food was very good
  12. Jaime

    Philadelphia

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    I have Celiac disease and they had a ton of options that were safe. It was really good and I didn’t get sick!
  13. Sval

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They were very helpful with my wife's gluten-free requirements
  14. NancyK

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    It was very busy. But everyone was hustling and working hard. I had chicken picatta, it was delicious. I really like this place. Always good food even when busy.
  15. TinaK

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good but we weren’t seated until 20minutes after our reservation time
  16. NancyH

    New York Area

    105 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We have not been here for years. Overall ok. The steak tips were a bit tough, but that yummy bread at the start makes up for a multitude of sins. We also had nachos, tomato soup and the cauliflower steak. Everyone was content. Ended with delicious coffee and an ok carrot cake. I wish the cake icing was creamier. Overall something for everyone but not outstanding.
  17. CamilleP

    Philadelphia

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a party of 10. Everyone enjoyed their food and our server Lexi was on point with everything!
  18. JenH

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience1
    Made reservations for a quick easy Valentines dinner with my hubby. We were seated at a tiny table closely located next to couples on either side of us. Very loud restaurant so couldn’t hear my hus well. Our waiter though! He had a N94 mask on & loose plastic gloves on his hands which, after awhile I watched him closely and never saw him change. He touched our glasses, menu, silverware, food plates, then others glasses, plates, he cleared tables and handled credit cards allll with the same gloves on. So gross. Our meal- I ordered the Impossible burger- it was really terrible. I like veggie burgers but the whole meal was mostly the huge gluten free bun. Took forever to get our waiter to check on us and we left asap. We won’t be back to this location- the Glen mills location is much much nicer.
  19. Ginji

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience2
    It's located in a small, outdoor mall. There aren't many places to eat. They're suffering from lack of staff, management, etc. like every other restaurant. It's not what it used to be, neither is any other restaurant.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    As usual the food was excellent. When I asked the waiter about the availability of sour beers, he was delighted to chat about it. Not the least bit intrusive just enthusiastic. It was a treat
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience3
    Food was as the title described, average. We also saw a mouse run through the dining room into the kitchen, this was during dinner hours when they were fairly busy.
  22. cjkesh

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall2food5service1ambience1
    We have dined here numerous times for lunch and have had great experiences! However, last night we were there for dinner and the experience was not a good one. The food was excellent but our service that we received was extremely poor. Our server looked and acted like he wanted to be somewhere else other than doing his job. We will return to try one more time but if the service is the same we will not return!
  23. DaveF

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We recommend Not Your Average Joes for a fun, casual dinner. Big menu with plenty of options. The food was very good and served timely even though the restaurant was packed. Our waiter was excellent. Only negative was a member of our party ordered nachos and the restaurant had run out - at 630 pm on a Saturday. Still we would definitely return.
  24. NanaB

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was great! First time there, normally go to Glen Mills because it’s closer.
  25. Bryan

    Philadelphia

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant for just about any occasion. Date night, special occasion, everyday dining, to watch the game, etc. you name it and this place delivers. Location in suburban square is a huge plus too. Looking forward to coming back during the spring/summer.
  26. GwenI

    Buckinghamshire

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service - will definitely come back
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Very cool building. Food was delicious
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Our server was the best!
  29. MaryT

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    My first time there, I loved the atmosphere. Our server Val was wonderful.
  30. mariam

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service
  31. LaurelD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was really nice and good service I would definitely consider going back!
  32. Narb001

    Philadelphia

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The tuna poke bowl was great. The server was knowledgeable and friendly. I was there for my daughters birthday and we all enjoyed our meals.
  33. SianK

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    This was a first visit to Not Your Average Joe's for my family. We sat immediately with our reservation and were given bread with THE BEST garlic olive oil dip. If you could purchase this I would have. We ordered drinks and my husband enjoyed his cocktail but my drink was dissapointing. I ordered a pomegranate fizz which was about 3 sips of drink and a glass filled with ice. If I had to guess they did not have enough pomegranate juice or oj to make the drink. I ordered something else for my next drink to actually get something to drink. We were all given waters which is nice. My meal was a impossible caprese burger. I appreciate that this vegetarian dish had more pizazz than regular burger and it was cooked perfectly. They are often overcooked at other restaurants. However my fries were cold and chewy which indicated to me that they were not fresh. My daughter said her mac and cheese was also cold. We also had to ask for salt and pepper, much easier if it's on the table already but this may have been a covid change. Our waitress was very nice and attentive and made no mistakes.
  34. todg

    Philadelphia

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    This was our third time back. Everything was very good. We will return.
  35. Choc

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to eat me and the family
  36. gurugirl

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My family has dined at this NYAJ several times before. This time was no different. The food was delicious and the service was great! Justin was our server, fabulous service as we always receive at this restaurant. We will return!
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Terrible service. Ardmore PA location. Been to other locations that were much better.
  38. JKW1

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waitress was terrific and helpful. Gluten free option was terrific.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall2food1service3ambience2
    Food was salty, overly sauced and honestly didn’t taste that great. It was also freezing in the restaurant.
  40. JodiG

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great from beginning to end. Just a bit cold in the building.

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Not Your Average Joe's Ardmore is rated 4.2 stars by 1908 OpenTable diners.

Not Your Average Joe's Ardmore does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 23 times today
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49 St. James Place, Ardmore, PA 19003

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Lancaster Avenue

  • Neighborhood

    Ardmore

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Wed 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Free parking in adjacent 4 story parking garage behind Apple store.

  • Public transit

    We are easily accessible from Ardmore Station on the Paoli/Thorndale Line.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Andrew Freese

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

  • Phone number

    (484) 708-1500

  • Catering

    We over our XL Style Party menu for large orders for the office, team, or whole family! Visit us online to see all of our menus, including our Party Menu!

  • Private party facilities

    We've hosted private parties of all types for the Ardmore community! From engagement and retirement parties to birthdays and business happy hours, we do it all. Call us at 484-708-1500 to discuss options for your group.

  • Private party contact

    Matt Musmanno: (866) 918-4951

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