Reviews for The Gem and Keystone Tavern in Shawnee on Delaware, PA

This restaurant looked ADORABLE and was so excited to try it out for my birthday dinner. Upon walking in there was a very... friendly hostess and a not so friendly one. We were sat quickly, our server came and took our drink orders and we placed anappetizer order as well. The drinks came quickly, the martinis we ordered were not the best (we decided not to get anotherround, as they were not worth the price) our appetizer of wings came out shortly after the drinks. They did not bring us anyappetizer plates (once we asked for some they came quickly) the wings were yummy. It was time to order our food we got chickenCesar salads, chicken pesto pasta, and another pasta dish. While we were eating our meal the not so pleasant hostess startedyelling at some guest asking where they were going and the friendly hostess told her that they were all set. We decided not toget dessert as we were not enjoying the atmosphere. They were out of a few ingredients…. Ice cream, ingredients for drinksand ingredients for meals. The waiter did not tell us the specials, in fact we had to track him down or someone else a fewtimes. Overall it was very disappointing because it has such potential. I would not recommend and it was not worth the price wepaid for dinner. Read more

Delicious food! Great portions. The waiters kept our glass full. The ribs are tender. The cat fish is tastey & crispy.

My photo is of finished food because it was soooooooo good ????????????. It’s my first time in the Poconos and this just... sealed the deal for me. I was full from the appetizer and still kept eating. The service is great and the timing of food isperfect! I would live here if I could. Just give me a cot in the back. I’ll wash dishes for food! ???????????? Read more

OMG....This place is a MUST GO TO for out of towners or vacationer's it is well worth it!!! Disregard the sketchy reviews. My... husband said he wanted to give it a shot & didnt believe the sketchy reviews ( he was in the restaurant industry for years) sohe recommended we try it. THIS IS THE PLACE TO BE!!! Staff is amazing & food is TOP NOTCH...Highly recommend!!!! Read more

Just had the worst dining experience. Raw clams, raw shrimp on our shrimp tacos, an undercooked cheeseburger after asking for... the temp to be medium well, and the best part was the hair on the chips we ordered with our pulled pork. In addition to thatthere was filthy glassware with old food stuck on, chipped plates, dirty silverware, and slow service. Employees were standingaround and the kitchen was visibly filthy from the view from the service windows. Visibly absent management. Read more

Food was delicious but the beer was even better! I had the Mosier's Mosaic IPA which was substituted for the Session IPA (they... just ran out). I had the French Onion Soup and the Cooper Grilled Cheese both of which were very good. My wife got the GemBurger which was delicious. We ate out on the deck since the weather was gorgeous. Highly recommend this place if you're in thearea! Read more

We love the Gem and Keystone. The mac&cheese, Mandarin salad, and the pretzels are some of our favorites. Most importantly, the... beer is awesome and the staff are always friendly. Highly recommend Read more

We came to PA for a vacation. The resort was walking distance to this place so we decided to give it a shot. (We also read... positive reviews) Food was very good. Loaded Nachos was flavorful and “loaded” - french onion soup was cheesy and tasty. We also had the Mediterranean salad and cheesesteak hero. Reason not 5 stars? Service Started great but over course of thenight we felt neglected. Not the kids fault, seemed place might have been short staffed. If not would have totally received 5stars. Read more