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Epicure   -   We had heard really good reviews about Limoncello and we were looking forward to checking it out. Being food lovers, especially Italian, and haven eat ... more

Epicure   -   We had heard really good reviews about Limoncello and we were looking forward to checking it out. Being food lovers, especially Italian, and haven eaten all over Italy, we were curious to say the least. However, we couldn\\\'t have been more disappointed. Upon walking in, we were nicely greeted and promptly shown to our table, and that’s about as good as it got. This restaurant offered little in the way of ambiance. Immediately, we found ourselves shouting over the patrons at adjacent tables. Intimate, this restaurant was not as well as lacking an experience. The food itself left a lot to be desired. Two appetizers – Clams Oreganato and Jumbo Shrimp wrapped in Prosciutto – had as much salt as the parking lot. Not only that, the shrimp was way overcooked and most of the clams seemed barely cooked. Both dishes were completely inedible. I would prefer to talk about the service at this point rather than continue stacking negative comments onto one another about the food. The service was really good and professional. Our server was bright, fun, understood the menu, and the differences in the dishes enough to offer suggestions. She handled our appetizer issue with grace so much so that we thought our comment of “both were a little salty” (when asked how they were) went unheard until the manager showed up tableside with a free dessert offering. The service was exactly what you would want and was quite refreshing. However, I would have thought that with both appetizers less than stellar, they would have been a bit more careful with the entrees. We ordered Braised Short Rib Stuffed Ravioli and Pescatore. The presentation of the Ravioli dish quite frankly, looked disgusting. It was one soupy mess. It looked like a can of Spam, mushrooms and ravioli all blended together. Needless to say it tasted liked it looked. Enough said. The Pescatore, which is a dish I love, was one of great confusion, but at least consistent with everything else to this point. Let’s start with the overcooked lobster, which was dry and rubber-like. The calamari was overcooked and rubber-like. The scallops were also overcooked and just awfully dry. The mussels and clams were ok except for the two clams that were in my dish that had never opened! Seriously, not opened!?! Yes, they were dead and served on my plate! As if that wasn’t enough, an Italian restaurant that can’t cook pasta al dente drives me nuts. Chef, the pasta was so undercooked, I could taste the flour in it. It was barely 5-6 minutes in the water, if that. So a free dessert for our trouble, that’s nice. My wife ordered a dessert, Bananas Foster, which seemed to be fine. I couldn’t stomach another bad dish, I passed. The only item I enjoyed was the Pelegrino. If you want good service, no ambiance, poorly-crafted food, and 5-star prices, go to Limoncello where it will surely not disappoint. What we got was exactly what one might expect from a strip-mall experience, except the price. Limoncello is overrated and grossly overpriced for what we received. I hear there are a few “chains” out there, even a pizza one that makes “Italian” dishes. Give one a try, it can’t be much worse. less

Jeff M.   -   This is a great restaurant. You could never cook a steak or Lobster Tail at home that is anywhere close to how well thsy do it. I've been going th ... more

Jeff M.   -   This is a great restaurant. You could never cook a steak or Lobster Tail at home that is anywhere close to how well thsy do it. I've been going there for years, and it's the best! less

Bill C.   -   Service was terrible, but not as bad as the food. It took over 10 minutes for the server to greet us after being sat. My wife's soup came out roug ... more

Bill C.   -   Service was terrible, but not as bad as the food. It took over 10 minutes for the server to greet us after being sat. My wife's soup came out roughly 15 minutes before mine. Then my dinner was served after only waiting an hour and a half for it. Five minutes later, my wife's dinner was served cold. The food was terrible; we could not even eat it. This was a big disappointment after wasting 90 minutes of our life. When the server asked us how are food is, we told him. Rino's was kind enough to comp our soda for the poor experience. If you are hungry for good italian food, DO NOT GO TO RINO'S IN EXTON. less

Christine O.   -   Hollywood Cafe is amazing!! The food here tastes gourmet and the prices are reasonable. I love the appetizers and the Tiramisu!!! I would recommend it ... more

Christine O.   -   Hollywood Cafe is amazing!! The food here tastes gourmet and the prices are reasonable. I love the appetizers and the Tiramisu!!! I would recommend it. Also, both the chef and the owners came to my table to talk to me about my experience. You don't get that nowadays... It was really refreshing!! less

Anonymous   -   My uncle told me about this place and how great the menu is, so I had to put the place to the test! Im not an expert but my taste buds were screaming ... more

Anonymous   -   My uncle told me about this place and how great the menu is, so I had to put the place to the test! Im not an expert but my taste buds were screaming for joy when I bit in the Blackened Ribeye Steak! My girlfriend loved the Lobster & Shrimp Cheesecake special. The Chef has a way with the ingredients, brings them all together in perfect harmony. I Strongly recommend going for one of the specials to try something new. No beer or cocktails, but its ok. I Will definately be going back soon! ENJOY! less

Anonymous   -   I ordered a "Cowboy Steak". A very sizable (read thick and large) pork loin chop with a tasty seasoned rub. It came with a generous side of ... more

Anonymous   -   I ordered a "Cowboy Steak". A very sizable (read thick and large) pork loin chop with a tasty seasoned rub. It came with a generous side of cheddar smashed potatoes, and a side of vegetable melody (carrots, zucchini, broccoli and cauliflower). The dinner also included a very nice house salad with an excellent balsamic vinaigrette dressing. This dinner was absolutely delicious! Everything was cooked to perfection! At $15, this meal was a bargain. I could have opted for a side of horse radish smashed potatoes; my wife had it with her dinner and raved over them! You have got to try this place! The service is quick and family friendly. Their turtle cheesecake is wonderful too. The new "Hollywood Cafe" is the "Gem of Malvern" in my book. less

Kein M.   -   The service was ok, although a neighboring table was served by quite the "burned out dude" who did not hide his lack of polish and ability. ... more

Kein M.   -   The service was ok, although a neighboring table was served by quite the "burned out dude" who did not hide his lack of polish and ability. The food was very poor as far as "genuine Italian"goes. I've had better Italian at a diner. Plenty of beer selection, but no wine at all. The prices seemed very reasonable until we tasted the food. Then we understood... Another choice for your meal would be highly advised! less

Food L.   -   Used to be when you got hot roast beef sandwich and some fries that you didn't want anything else... these guys make them skimpy and expensive - n ... more

Food L.   -   Used to be when you got hot roast beef sandwich and some fries that you didn't want anything else... these guys make them skimpy and expensive - no lie I got about McD's small size fries with a $10 sandwich! less

Claude W.   -   Consistently good food. never had a bad meal here and have dined quite often. highly recommend the Maza Plater. If you think you like middle eastern f ... more

Claude W.   -   Consistently good food. never had a bad meal here and have dined quite often. highly recommend the Maza Plater. If you think you like middle eastern food or if you think you might like to try it, this is the place. They don't have anything on the menu that wouldn't fit the pallet of typical Americans. less