Amani's BYOB

One of my favorite restaurants in Downingtown PA! My wife and I had our 15th anniversary dinner at Amani's. The setting is intimate and you can watch the chef cook from your table. It is often hard to find good sea food especially coming from the coastal area of NC. The chef at Armani's prepared our meals perfectly and the wait staff were great. Highly recommend it for special occasions! More...

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Fantastic food

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The food is amazing ! The bruschetta was delicious but has bacon so not vegetarian. The lobster entree was indescribably good. Even though we split the appetizer we unfortunately had no room for dessert. It's a little far but try to get here every few months. Always a great meal ! More...

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Always an excellent meal!

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Absolutely amazing. Service was great. Suggested great options according to our likes.

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My family and I had a wonderful brunch at Amani's this past Sunday. I made a reservation via Open Table to celebrate my mother's birthday at 10am on Sunday. We were the only people in the restaurant until about 10:30/11 so it was kind of like having a private chef just for us for a little bit.Our server was extremely nice and accommodating. He removed plates and glasses that we didn't need and brought back champagne glasses and a bucket for our champagne that we brought.We started out with the Warm Fromagina Cheesecake, Braised Berkshire Pork Belly, Fresh Baked Bread Selection and Smoked Adobo Chicken Queso. The cheesecake was a dryer-style goat cheese which was different and very delicious. The pork belly was amazing and so was the crispy polenta that came with it. The bread on Sunday was a blueberry muffin and banana bread muffin. I ordered them for my daughter but the adults ended up eating them too! The chicken queso was awesome! Perfectly smoked flavor. The only reason for four stars was that we had leftover queso and asked to get it boxed up but then found out when we got home that our server only boxed the chips and not the queso. That made us so sad.For my entree, I got the Gulf Shrimp and Grits. There were plenty of shrimp places on top and the grits were very decadent, right with cream and cheese. Others at the table got the Eggs Benedict, Brioche French Toast and Chicken Confit Parmesan Sandwich. We all enjoyed our food so much. Everything here is cooked with total passion.Our server mentioned that they are planning to open the upstairs as a completely separate restaurant with a liquor license. I can't wait to see how it comes out and try it! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

My wife and I are both vegetarian, however we go to Amani’s because their chefs always create something delicious for us as vegetarians. Beyond the manner in which we are treated by the chefs the wait staff the hosts and all the employees in general provide a positive atmosphere . More...

Reviewed on Opentable

Wonderful, innovative menu for special occasions, or foodies. Two of tonight's entrees featured ramps! Looking forward to our next meal here. Appreciate the BYOB, as we have some unusual wines that would pair well with this boutique menu. Kudos to the entire staff who made two people with no reservations feel very special. More...

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Great food as always, well prepared and cooked to perfection. Best choice.

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First time visit for us. If you’re looking for an extra special dining experience, food with style and unique flavor Amani’s is your go to. We will most certainly consider dining at Amani’s again. More...

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Always love coming here. The last time I was here the cheese plate blew us away and during this visit it was still delicious just not as amazing as our previous visits. The lobster pot pie was amazing!!

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Great experience and wonderful dinner. Our family really enjoyed the entire night. Fantastic service and our meals were delicious. We would recommend without hesitation. More...

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I love Amanis. I look forward to their new season menus. They never disappoint. They only get better. Some of the best brunch if not thee best around

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We went for our wedding anniversary and had a nice time. The server was a little "flighty" and kept forgetting things... I've never heard "I'm sorry" so many times...but her heart was in the right place even if her head wasn't. The food was excellent! We've been here many times and are always impressed with how John & Travis kick up their game. It's definitely a destination restaurant you should try. More...

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The entire dining experience was wonderful, as it usually is. We were seated promptly and immediately attended to. The room was cool and comfortable and the menu selection (and features) were varied and fresh. We each had three courses, all different and all delicious. We were not hurried and lingered a bit after we finished. Great place! More...

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Amani's is amazing!! The husband and I went out for our monthly rendezvous (we like to pretend we're food critics), and were delighted by this place! The service was on point, and the food was out of this world. We've been to many places during our Chester County Restaurant Tour (we need a life), and so far this our favorite spot. Highly recommend! More...

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I had the squid slugs and short ribs. Food was tasty, timely, and delivered with a smile. Well be back

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Good food, menu changes for the season. I like that they are willing to try stuff. Perfect for Downingtown.

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The lobster shepherd's pie was outrageously good, Oysters Amani didn't disappoint. One of our favorite places.

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This was our second trip. Loved the food just as much as the first time, but the service wasn’t as strong as our first visit. I think this was our server in particular - toward the end of the meal we had trouble finding her and getting her attention to ask about dessert, get the check, etc. she also didn’t offer he complimentary limoncello with dessert that we had last time and saw others serving. We’ll be back and hopefully the subpar service will be a one time anomaly. More...

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The food was amazing, highly recommend going for the food, and frankly that’s what you are there for anyway! . However, we must have caught the restaurant on a night in a heat wave when their air conditioning was broken as it was really hot and humid in the restaurant. They turned on ceiling fans and moved air around but it was quite warm. I’m sure on a good day the full experience is amazing. More...

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the place is small, it was "very warm", and the tables are close together. its not a private dining experience if that is what your looking for. ..but what it is, is the best food you will find anywhere near to Downingtown. I have eaten here a few times now and the food has been exquisitely perfect. the chefs are amazing and their cuisine is delectable. i highly recommend this restaurant. More...

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Great as always. We've been coming here since they opened. Always a treat.

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It was a wonderful meal beginning to end. There was one table that had a lot of people that appeared to be quite drunk and loud but everything else was wonderful. Zack was an incredibly mature, knowledgeable server and I will request him when I return. More...

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I came to this restaurant after shopping in town. I did not have a RSVP but the hostess gladly gave us a nice seat.We had the pork belly and grilled oysters appetizer, jerk chicken soup and the short rib entree. Everything was amazing and delicious! I really love how the waitress was very attentive and took away our finished plates. Oh and the bread was warm and was served with a yummy oil to dip. I would definitely come back when I am in town again. The restaurant is BYOB and they have mixers for purchase! They looked delicious.I would definitely recommend this restaurant if you are looking for some scrumptious food. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

2nd time there. Service is awesome. Chef creations are out of this world delicious. This man can cook. Had the same server as the first time, though I can’t remember her name, she’s probably the most smiley person I’ve ever met lol.

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I live in the area and am happy to have a restaurant this good so close to home!

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Just stopped in for the 10 year anniversary 5 course dinner last Friday. Been a few years since I had been by ( probably been in 10-15 times thru the years and have to say everything was top notch and just as good as all the other trips thru the years. Happy anniversary to a great business run by some of the nicest and most friendly people and staff in the area. As a top chef in Chester County for so many years it's almost routine  but guaranteed food and service never disappoint even after 10 years. More...

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This is one of our favorite restaurants. Great for a quiet, romantic meal and excellent for out of town guests who are foodies like us. Our meal on Tuesday evening was outstanding in every respect. We shared an escargot dumpling appetizer that was sensational. We enjoyed main courses of Scottish salmon and the special pork chop addition to the menu, thinking nothing could top that escargot appetizer...but they did. I'm still dreaming about this dinner--it was THAT good. Charming, intimate restaurant with a lot of talent in the kitchen. More...

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From appetizers, a beet spinach salad that provided unexpected, delicious flavors....entrees that everyone wanted to share and a decadent cherry tart. ...amazing time was enjoyed. Attentive service! The final joy was an amazing cappuccino!!! Did not want the experience to end...will be heading back!!! More...

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Wow ... we found a new go-to location!! A definite will come back .. again and again. Really enjoyed the visit. The baked oysters were themselves worth the trip. The branzino and swordfish entrees were perfect!! More...

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This is another great gem here in my fair town of downingtown very good food and service my wife and children love going there

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Manicotti was awesome, and the ribeye special was great as well. Definitely recommend the key lime cheesecake

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Good food, good service

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Excellent catering service. Jeanine and Jon were friendly and accommodating with the arrangements for our work meeting. I highly recommend their catering services! Food was amazing!

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We love this place and return time and again. The food and service are great. Looking forward to seeing the second floor when it opens.

Reviewed on Opentable

Great food as always. This is one of my Favorite BYO restaurants. Food and service excellent.

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I love Amani’s, but the water they pour from the pitcher doesn’t taste good for some reason.Also, my husband and I both had stomach ache’s the last time we ate there. The food was delish however.

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My wife and go to a few different places for special occasions. Amani is one of those places. It never disappoints. The calamari is tempura breaded and fried in duck fat. Spectacular. The duck is excellent as well. Bread pudding for her desert and chocolate banana creme brûlée for mine. Both were spectacular. 6/28/2019Just came back from Amani. Wife and I ordered from the 10th anniversary menu. Wife got the gazpacho and I started with an amazing Caribbean chowder. Coconut milk base with scallops, shrimp, pineapple and scallions. It was sweet and savory and really got the juices flowing. Next we both had escargot encrutè with mushroom purée and a quail egg. It was earthy and buttery and the pastry was soft but held up to the butter wine sauce the dish was excellent. For our entrees we both had steak with smashed potatoes and shishito peppers. Now I've had steak a thousand times and this was probably the best steak I've ever had. Perfectly cooked and seared with char lines and burnt ends. Dessert was an unbelievable s'mores pots-de-creme that would leave any chocoholic quivering and weeping with delight. All in all it was an excellent dinner, one of the best experiences I've had at Amani. The Chef/owner Jon Amann really out does himself over and over. His amazing instincts with pairing flavors and creating eclectic menus that never fail to produce multiple options for the most discerning foodies. He truly is one of the most talented young chefs in the Delaware Valley. More...

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The food was delicious! My fiancé and I tried the 4 course meal for their anniversary, it was our first time there.  The service was great! It a small restaurant and it's byob, if you bring your own alcohol they will make the cocktail for you. I recommend the crab cakes! We will definitely be back! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Ordered from the 10th anniversary menu. Every part of the meal was fantastic. Caribbean chowder was outstanding, escargot en crute was delicious and the steak was perfect. Amani is one of the top restaurants in the Delaware Valley. More...

Reviewed on Opentable

Excellent dinner! Scottish salmon, cooked and seasoned perfectly. Jumbo shrimp over linguini with mushrooms and artichokes. ..delicious! Lump crab manicotti outstanding! This would be the best restaurant in the are if the noise level could be lowered to a reasonable level. Noise reducing covers could be added to the walls and ceilings that might enable diners to hear each other during the meal! Can't understand why the owner does not take such simple steps that would result in such a much better dining experience. More...

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We’ve been big fans for some time now but there was a bit of a let down this time around. The service was a bit slow and we felt ignored during our time there. Granted, the server said she was new and it was full for a mid week seating during the 10 Year anniversary special. We’ll credit this one to a “one off” and still praise this wonderful restaurant. More...

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Outstanding, service is great, food is wonderful, would recommend.

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10th anniversary menu is wonderful. Very wonderful.

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