After a gorgeous morning hike at French Creek State Park, our group of 15 gathered at Botanery Barn Distillery & Restaurant for a post-hike birthday celebration, and I can confidently say it was one of the most seamless, welcoming and truly exceptional dining experiences I’ve had in some time.
From the moment we arrived, the team went above and beyond to accommodate our large group with warmth and efficiency. Organizing a group this size can be a challenge, but the staff made it feel effortless, ensuring everyone was comfortable, taken care of and truly celebrated. The service was outstanding—genuine, attentive, and kind in a way that made us feel like regulars from the start.
And the food? Incredible. Every single person at the table made a point to tell me how blown away they were by the flavors, the craft beverages, and the overall experience. Whether it was the thoughtfully crafted cocktails, the perfectly balanced dishes, or the cozy yet elevated ambiance, Botanery Barn delivered on every level. It’s rare to find a place that nails both the atmosphere and execution, but this spot does just that.
By the end of the meal, there was one thing we all agreed on: we’ll be back. And not just that—we’ll be telling everyone we know to come experience it for themselves. Huge thanks to the entire team for making this birthday lunch so special. If you’re looking for an unforgettable post-adventure meal or a place to celebrate with great...
   Read moreWay too expensive for terrible service. We were here for over two and half hours and we were only able to get 2 rounds of drinks. We arrived early when it was not very busy. O after waiting at the table a while our orders were taken and drinks brought out. Then nothing after our single round of drinks were delivered, we were ignored. We had to wait an hour in between drinks before a different server finally came over. We waited a very long time without anything (almost 30 minutes). This is unacceptable. The drinks are good, but the service needs serious improvement. There were staff members that appeared to be standing around, and with the decreased capacity, it is troubling they cannot even keep up with the few costumers they had inside the distillery. The woman, who was the manager at the time, did not help the situation. She neglected multiple tables including ours, even after she was directly addressed by other costumers, they had to walk up to the bar to get drinks. After our party complained, we still waited an hour and receive the incorrect check! We heard very poor excuses trying to justify the terrible service we received. We will not return...
   Read moreWe visited on a Saturday - highly recommend making a reservation. A laid back, charming restaurant to enjoy an unhurried meal. Kristin, our server, was wonderful. They had live music around 7p. We had the salad, empanadas, chili roasted nuts, and Monte Cristo. All the food was very tasty, however the price point felt high for several items. A few other notes for first time visitors - their website menu doesn't entirely match their onsite menu. Their website states to "Stroll through our gardens, then tour the distillery, and join us for cocktails and dinner," which we planned to do. However, upon arriving we were told the garden was in the process of being built. Also, tours are only available if you call ahead to schedule. That's understandable, but I wish the website was up to date and said this. Still, the manager spoke with us, explained, and apologized for the lack of clarity, which was much...
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