No Stars for Ardmore's Saint James
Philadelphia Magazine is the latest to give The Saint James a bad review.
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The Saint James in Suburban Square recently got some heat from The Philadelphia Inquirer in January for "a clumsy waitstaff, overcooked meat and forgettable cocktails," wrote Inquirer restaurant critic Craig LaBan.
LaBan, who visited the restaurant more than once, sounds off his review with a message: "I can only hope this proven team of competent restaurant veterans figures out a fix, and fast."
Since then, Philadelphia Magazine came out with its own review of the restaurant and gave The Saint James no stars. Philadelphia Magazine restaurant critic Trey Popp writes, "If there's one thing Rob Wasserman and Michael Schulson's new Ardmore bistro knows how to do, it's disappoint."
Popp liked the cooked salmon fillet and the crispy clam-and-bacon flatbread, but those were the only menu items he liked from The Saint James. Popp described the mushroom soup as watery, the hamburger as "stiff and gray," and the kale salad as "severely underdressed," among a few other things.
Read Popp's full review at Philadelphia Magazine here.
Read more coverage of The Saint James on Ardmore Patch:
- Is The Saint James 'Disappointing?' (Jan. 27, 2013)
- The Saint James Adds Lunch, Brunch Hours (Dec. 4, 2012)
- Photos: Inside the Saint James, Suburban Square's New Restaurant (Oct. 5, 2012)
- New Suburban Square Restaurant Opening Early Fall (Sept. 4, 2012)
What do you think?
What's been your experience at The Saint James? Do you agree with Philadelphia Magazine's review? Tell us in the comments.
Richard Weisgrau
8:08 pm on Monday, March 4, 2013
Having eaten there one time and not returned, I am not surprised. Mine was a very disappointing luncheon with friends when we paid a premium price for quality we could have had at half the price. However, our server was competent.
Edgerton Lewis
9:26 am on Saturday, May 11, 2013
I agree
I had lunch there yesterday, the Roasted Corn and Lobster Soup was a let down, with a skimpy bit of frozen lobster claw meat, very over priced
I tried the Grilled Salmon with Asparagus was a total letdown with tinny bits of asparagus,
Wake up Guys, you need to get off your pride an fixed your restaurant, you need to clean house
Josh
8:37 am on Tuesday, March 5, 2013
I wish they would close this place already. It is a disaster. Do not waste your money.
brian sutcliffe
10:50 am on Tuesday, March 5, 2013
I ordered a app at bar. When it came I looked at it and then the bartender and asked if I could at least have some parsley added as I needed some food. I mean the portion for $13 was so small everyone around me was laughing including the bartenter. This place it terrible.
Nancy Gold
11:01 am on Tuesday, March 5, 2013
You need a new chef and a new concept. I'm working with a Northern California treasure who specializes in seasonal offerings, healthy choices, and beautifully prepared food. A Northern California dining theme would be a big hit here on The Main Line. I've tried to reach the owners to share this resume, and unable to do so. Too bad. It's a beautiful place. nancy gold
Josh
10:02 am on Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Couldn't agree more, Nancy Gold. I lived there for many years and we are still 10 years plus behind in everything - they even have a budget surplus now :)
Forward Thinking Resident
11:00 am on Friday, March 8, 2013
to no surprise, they fired the chef. good luck...change name, Rouge #2.
O'Donnell Shields
9:30 am on Thursday, March 21, 2013
They should just fire themselves...
Ellen
6:59 am on Monday, April 1, 2013
Everything was mediocre except the chocolate chip cookies. They were warm, gooey and delicious.