Moya
24 Race St, Jim Thorpe, PA, 18229
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Address :
24 Race St
Jim Thorpe, PA, 18229 - Phone (570) 325-8530
- Website https://jimthorpemoya.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :5:00 pm - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Intimate, Romantic
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Brian B.
Moya is always a great experience. The staff is very welcoming and the food is delicious. The deduction of one star stems from the fact that you receive the same starch/vegetable regardless of your entree; considering the amount of thought and craft woven into each protein I would prefer the accompaniments to receive the same treatment. Moya is definitely worth your time though. If you're in Jim Thorpe for dinner check out either moya or encore.
(4)Danielle C.
My family and myself traveled to Jim Thorpe for my 30th birthday this past weekend. We stayed at the Home Spun Inn right across the street from Moya, so we tried this restaurant based on proximity. This was a mistake on MANY levels. First there was the wait time. We got a table right away. Great. Sadly, our food took an hour to come to the table. Not sure why because the restaurant only had roughly 40% of their tables filled. It was a quiet night for them. Then there was the food. Oh, the food. I'm not sure if being from Philadelphia, a city thriving with wonderful restaurants and food creativity, has made me hard to please, but the food was very under par. I gave this review 1 star because out of 5 people, only 1 person could finish their meal. I received the crab cakes. Edible but oh so boring. Topping off that boring meal was bland potatoes and very plain green beans. This had no flavor, spice, sauces, nothing. My cousin got the Salmon. Looked GREAT. Sadly, it was very dry and overlooked. Also, their only options as sides were the mashed potatoes and green beans. Since my cousins don't like green beans everyone had to order double mashed potatoes. WHAT RESTAURANT ONLY OFFERS ONE SIDE OPTION? My other two cousins both ordered the steak. Both cousins asked for their steak to be cooked medium. When it arrived it came as two smaller steaks. Both of them received the same oddly cooked meal: one steak well done/charred, one steak VERY rare. The one person happy with their meal got a pasta dish. With all of our meals being so disappointing we wanted to alert the waitress. Never ONCE did she come and ask how our food was or if we needed anything. She refilled our drinks once, but this was before we realized the tragedy that they call food. The next time we saw her was when she delivered the check and then walked away. Again, as a table of 5 the gratuity of 20% was already added on (again I've only seen this for tables of 6 or more but ok), so her poor behavior couldn't even be reflected in her tip. To Julie our waitress - you have terrible people skills. Get another profession. I will never return to Moya, and at over $20 per dish, with no quality or creativity reflecting this price, I suggest you don't dine here either.
(1)Rebecca H.
I had the feta corn salad and the crab cakes....big portions and absolutely delicious!! I can't wait to go back!
(5)Dennis W.
For those that have been to Jim Thorpe, PA you know that dining options are relatively limited due to the size of the town however this in no way reflects the quality of dining you can find. Moya is that hidden gem on historic Race street, parallel to Broadway(which is the main strip in the downtown area). Your visual senses will be equally tickled by the cute cottage exterior and color scheme as well as the minimalist interior featuring orange walls, hardwood floors, and modern paintings. They do not have any beers on tap but they do have two menu pages of bottled beers from around the world as well as a decent wine menu and cocktail selection. The pomegranate martini was not too sweet and rightfully stiff. The Goat Cheese and Asparagus salad was mouth watering. The goat cheese(not at all pungent) was panko encrusted and provided a wonderful contrast in texture and flavor against the roasted almonds, red beets, and light lemon vinaigrette. For the main courses, I tried their Grilled Tuna topped with a mango salsa and Crabcakes(with a cilantro/curry sauce) which were both delightful and just the right portion size. In my experience, the majority of coffee served at most mid to high end restaurants serve is watered down and stale, however I was shocked to find Moya's coffee(chocolaty and creamy), a joy to my discriminating coffee palate. Service was friendly, professional, and efficient. Kudos to owner and chef Huriberto Yunda.
(4)Melanie B.
I was impressed by this restaurant! It is truly a gem in such a small town. Jim Thorpe is a nice and cute town that I could see being a destination spot for a short romantic weekend getaway. The sangria was incredible! It is housemade. I had the avocado salad which featured nuts and parmesan with a lemon vinaigrette dressing. The avocado was ripened perfectly! The flavors complemented each other very well. For my entree, I ordered the soy glazed salmon with the vegetable of the day, green beans. The salmon was cooked well and seasoned to my taste buds' delight! And the way the restaurant is decorated is beautiful. I was impressed and left will a full belly and purple lips (the sign you need to know the wine was stain worthy!)
(5)Janine H.
Delicious. We love visiting Jim Thorpe. All the restaurants we have been to have been excellent and this is no exception. Appetizer for me was beets goat cheese and asparagus. Absolutely delicious. My husband had the mussels. Spicy and yummy. Dinners were scallops (him) and salmon (me). Both were vey good. Service was excellent. Large beer list. Nice atmosphere..
(5)Vicki G.
Nice dinner. Friendly service. Starters were excellent - smoked trout and avocado salad. Nicely presented. But entrees were so-so. I love short ribs - these were good but unexceptional. The pork tenderloin had an unpleasant livery texture. Both were do-aheads so really not sure why there wasn't more effort from the kitchen. And mashed potatoes and green beans, while tasty, don't pair well with absolutely everything on the menu. A bit lazy for the price.
(3)Abbey H.
Loved the fusilli with crab meat. Prices are rather high but everyone's food was great. Ask for a vegan platter cause it was awesome and not on the menu! It included a southwestern corn salad, potato vegetable mix and arugula spinach salad. Perfectly dressed. Great rare-ish beer list too at decent prices (~$5)!
(4)EB R.
The food was fabulous, from the smoked trout app, the curryed catfish, creme brûlée and coffee. Classy boutique atmosphere where the chef and wife really bring their love, life and passion to the dining experience. Reservations are probably best on weekends, but check it out and you'll see what I mean. I'm looking forward to my next visit.
(5)Barry T.
Went on a Saturday night, it was good I called in a reservation because it was full. Excellent choice of wines. I ordered a tuna tartar that was prepared superbly, main entree was red curry catfish that was perfect and very enjoyable. The green beans and mashed potato were prepared pefectly. I had not been here in a while, they seemed to be better than ever, well done.
(4)John Kurtz Jr K.
Love it here, The food is spectacular and they have a vast wine list. I got the home aid gnocchi. It was soft as pillows. The art work is beautiful as well.
(5)Jackie T.
I wasn't sure what to expect here...yelp reviews weren't great but the locals and TripAdvisor tell a different story. I'm glad we have it a shot though. They have an impressive drink list including craft beers, cocktails and wine. The bread was good to start off with and we loved our sauteed mushrooms as an appetizer (definitely recommend soaking up some of the mushroom juice with the bread). For dinner, we took a chance and ordered the squid ink linguine...something different we have never heard of or tried before. It was awesome! Really good and something I recommend taking a chance for. I would definitely return next time I'm in Jim Thorpe (as long as I have the wallet for it).
(4)Brian B.
EXCELLENT Service! Excellent Food, Excellent prices! E all the way! This is a really great find. The food was incredible with really nice details and the service was amazing. It's nice when a place has not only great ambiance but the talent and the food to go along with it. I would highly recommend checking it out. A bit pricey, but well worth it.
(4)Kristina L.
I have been a Lehighton/Jim Thorpe frequenter since I was born. Our family owns a home in the area so I often go into town for a bite when I visit. Moya is one of my favorites. I have eaten everywhere in Jim Thorpe and feel that for the quality and quantity you get what you pay for and will not be disappointed. They have a wonderful and reasonably priced wine and beer selection. The portions are reasonable, sometimes too much but the food is pretty spot on. Yes, I wish they had a bit more variety on the sides but people have to remember that for a restaurant to have all of those side options, a lot gets wasted because that's what is usually prepped in advance and made in bulk. My boyfriend and I ordered the clams and beet, goat cheese and asparagus salad for appetizers and the black squid ink pasta with jumbo lump crabmeat and flatiron steak for dinner. The pasta was incredible - I had a similar dish in the Italian section of Boston a few summers ago and it brought back wonderful memories. Very well done. The flatiron was served in 2 portions. One was perfectly seasoned and cooked to temperature while the other was slightly over seasoned but was perfectly medium rare which I would prefer over shoe leather at which point the seasoning does not even matter.
(4)mindy g.
Excellent . Happened onto this place by accident upon my first day in JT. On a quaint street-race street. Service, ambience, food were all top shelf. Coming from nyc , I may be a bit jaded but I highly recommend. You can tell the chef takes great pride in what comes out of kitchen. We had avocado salad, fresh burratta, lamb shank (fell off the bone), shrimp ((spicy) & chocolate cake (not overly sweet). My only criticism was bread - focacia or good pugliese would have been oerfect.
(5)Henry L.
This place is a joke. Undercooked green beans and bland potato mash with every protein. How creative. Rude owner with bad attitude who does not take any form of criticism well, as in the following actual exchange: Me: "These scallops are raw" Owner: "They're not raw. That's how we like them. Haven't you ever had pan seared scallops before?!" (followed by a sneering giggle.) Me: "Um, yes, we have. We make them at home. Yours are raw..." Owner: "Well that's how they're supposed to be." Over-priced and unoriginal. Oh, and bad art. I mean really bad art. Art one does not wish to look at while eating, trust me. Perhaps time spent either in the painting studio or taking cooking lessons would help, but as it is, my wife and I will never return to this pretentious "fine dining" fiasco. So many wrongs. On the plus side, if I must, the salads are okay, and the wait staff, the poor, long suffering wait staff, are nice. But they must hate working here. Looking for a nice meal out for around a hundred bucks? Skip this joint. So not worth it. I'm surprised it's still in business.
(1)Tenzin G.
I had the steak. My friend had the tuna. Both were very good and the portions were large. We left full which was unexpected. I would say it's a tad over priced but probably one of the the better options there. I dig the flamenco music that was playing.
(4)Richard R.
Food is OK, but other issues remain - not really a prime time player. First, as many have mentioned, you can have any vegetable or starch as long as you want mashed potatoes and green beans. Second, my wife and I split a salad and had two entrees and two drinks. Bill for our table of four came to $150 including a $3 charge for splitting the salad. WHAT? We split a salad, not a main entrée. Manager says it is written on the menu (somewhere). The waitress, in my opinion, had a duty to give us a fore-warning of this ridiculous s policy regardless - since it is not something I would have even thought to look for on the menu. Bad policy. In the end, it cost me nothing (I usually over-tip so there was room to deduct this) and the restaurant left the four of us with bad feelings, and now bad publicity. Was it worth it, Moya? On a positive note - the scallops were great and plentiful (about 8) - an improvement over a prior meal here where I had 4 scallops presented in a large diamond pattern.
(3)Paige H.
This is my first time in Jim Thorpe. My family and I came here for my cousin's birthday. We decided to go to Moya for her birthday dinner and that was definitely a mistake. Since there was 5 of us we were automatically charged a 20% tip. Normally that is no big deal, but our waitress decided to barely check on us and it took over an hour to get our food after we ordered. That is sadly not the worst part. The food itself was. I got the salmon and it was extremely over cooked. My brother and boyfriend ordered the steak medium. When the steak came out it was already cut into two smaller steaks. After they both began eating we learned that one steak was rare while the other was very well done. That was the same for both of them. We never got an opportune time to let the waitress know since she never came back to the table until she gave us the check and we just wanted to go. What a waste of money this whole experience was. Save your money and go somewhere else.
(2)Laura D.
Had a fabulous fancy dinner at Moya to escape the rain while camping at Mauch Chunk Lake on Saturday night. We didn't have reservations, but were seated immediately, and enjoyed a delicious (if a little pricey), relaxing meal. I had the scallops which were perfectly cooked (it's hard to go wrong with scallops), served with the obligatory green beans and mashed potatoes. The green beans were tasty and wonderfully garlic-y. The meal tasted a tad buttery for my tastes, but otherwise great. My boyfriend had the seafood linguni which was awesome - piles of mussels, clams, and shrimp in a spicy tomato sauce. I generally don't like pasta dishes b/c you normally get a few pieces of seafood with piles of noodles, but this was completely the opposite. We also didn't notice that all entrees are served with the same beans and potatoes sides since the linguini came sans sides (for obvious reasons). We also enjoyed a bottle of Argentinian Malbec for $28 (on the cheaper end of the wine list, but I'm no wine connoisseur.) They also had about 6-8 pretty decent beers on the menu (e.g., Weyerbacher, Schneider Aventinus). To finish up, we sprung for the peanut butter ice cream - amazing!!! Rich, creamy PB ice cream encased in a milk chocolate shell with a gooey caramel center. Chocolate peanut butter anything is delicious, but this was an exceptional concoction with just the right combination of richness, sweetness, and real peabut butter taste.
(4)Janet S.
We're very glad that we saved Moya for our last evening in Jim Thorpe. After a few days of poor quality and customer service in other establishments there, Moya was a welcome relief. We were greeted by a friendly face and smile. Finally in Jim Thorpe! Later I learned this was Stephanie, one of the owners of Moya and the artist responsible for the decorations and artwork in the restaurant. Cute colors, interesting art and sort of a cozy eclectic air all around. Our server Aaron was a dream in Jim Thorpe. We'd run into our share of grumpy servers, clerks and city employees for two days. Aaron was friendly, cared about what he was offering and he gracefully attended to our needs with knowledge, humor and without hovering. The food was very pleasant. I had the pasta with shrimp. My husband's living is made as a pasta-maker... so we might be a little biased (snobby). I was a little disappointed here, however the oil and tomato sauce was pretty good. My husband had the crab cakes and we were very impressed with this dish. Respectable cakes with a lovely dip of something (can't remember), an attractive dollop of flavorful mashed potatoes, and perfectly prepared green beans. We both highly recommend the beet, asparagus and goat cheese first course. This was highly refreshing, texturized and after being home a few days I'm still thinking about it fondly. We had a way way way too frozen dessert. If we weren't so impatient we'd have let it melt a little at the table, but....it was chocolate and peanut butter. We couldn't wait. Moya's my favorite restaurant in Jim Thorpe. If I were ever to return to Jim Thorpe, I'd be sure to put this lovely little gem on my list of places to enjoy a meal.
(4)Peggy G.
I love it here! My friend and I shared a bottle of Malbec, we each ordered salads, and we were thrilled with our entrees. We will definitely be back!
(5)Charles C.
My wife and I went here for a nice dinner out with our new baby. The staff were very nice and the restaurant was not busy yet and they sat us in the back so that if our new born woke up and started squawking then it would not interfere with others meals. My wife told me her dinner was wonderful and (for the first time) I tried a vegetarian meal comprised of baked Chevre . it was amazing !!! all in all it was a bit pricy but this place did not dissapoint.
(5)Colin P.
3.5 rounded up. Moya is a nicely polished dining establishment tucked away on Race Street (essentially the only other commercial street in downtown Jim Thorpe). We had reservations for four and were seated promptly upon arrival. The dining area is a pleasant place to be, with vivid walls done in turquoise and lime, pleasantly subdued (but not dim) lighting and clean decor consisting entirely of oil on canvas abstracts. Strangely, the bathrooms are the epicenter of the dining room. I was fortunate to be able to sample many menu items as our party rotated dishes amongst ourselves. My crab cake appetizer was very good, but they were upstaged by the truly incredible matchstick carrot and chopped ginger accompaniment. The dressing on which the cakes sat was tasty but forgettable, its flavors present but too meek to stand on their own. Other appetizers included the avocado salad (very tasty, but rather overripe avocado, which took a toll on texture and flavor, and too much very flavorful EVOO, which dominated the entire dish), tomato & mozzarella salad (big, beefy slices of mozzarella), and a more rustic portobello and cheese appetizer in a chunky, hearty tomato sauce. Moya has a nicely mixed selection of beer, and the wine list looked substantial also. I was able to sample some beer that is evidently not (widely?) available in my home area, including a very tasty tangerine wheat beer and a dark, fruity (raisin/currant) high-alcohol-content brew. Entreés were rather generous in portion, but Moya engages in the practice of offering a "chef's choice" potato and vegetable side. Consequently, three of our four dishes looked quite similar with smashed red potatoes and sauteéd carrots and green beans (the gnocchi did not include sides). Although the sides were good, they were not special in any way, shape or form and therefore were kind of a let-down in a restaurant that claims to be eclectic. My grouper was large and topped with an abundance of crabmeat. The lamb accompanied by apricots was very tasty, and the gnocchi were pretty good, but instead of being served in a cream sauce as the website describes, they sat in a simple broth with crab and tomatoes... kind of strange. On to dessert... once again, for a restaurant that claims to be eclectic, the choices were fairly standard. Or, maybe I'm just easily bored since I dine out so often. We ordered the Kahlua Tiramisu, Limoncello & lemon gelato, chocolate peanut butter Bomba, and sorbet trio (blood orange, raspberry, mango). Once again, all of these were very good, I just expected to see more imagination. Service was friendly and seamless; we never found ourselves waiting for anything, as they were only there when we needed them to be. The coffee was excellent, a welcome relief after sampling the "coffee" at other local establishments. I'd definitely return to Moya, but would like to see them offer a choice of sides for their entreés (steakhouse style) or a different preparation for each main dish as is typically found in finer dining establishments. p.s. - they really need to ditch the individually wrapped butter pats.
(4)AL Y.
Chose this restaurant because of a link on the Mauch Chunk Opera House website and was so surprised with the menu I walked in without a reservation on a Friday night without a wait. My meal consisted of the smoked trout appetizer that was delicious and new for me. My main course was the curry shrimp and loved getting a nice hot and spicey dish in this part of the world. The shrimp though were so so as I should have expected around here. Dessert of a trio of sorbets was right out of the grocer freezer. Service was adequate in a cursory sort of way. I asked her if I could get a side of the gnocchi because they looked like the grocery store kind from a distance but I wanted to see for myself. She said she would try, but of course they never came. Not a high end move at all. I only read the yelp reviews while drinking my expresso and agree with the low end of 3 stars. I've learned my lesson to always check Yelp first!
(3)Dan H.
I met a fellow from NYC there who manages a pianist from LA who just played the Opera House. After the performance, they wanted to go to Moya, where we also met a local attorney and his mother. Everything was delicious including the avocado, and apple salads, pork tenderloin, and salmon. As a quote-unquote impresario at the Opera House, I've always relied on Moya as a great place to either recommend or bring people to after a show, and I come away looking good. Not always easy in a laid back kind of town, but never a problem here!
(4)Rilka S.
I enjoyed my dish of home-made pasta with veggies but I feel that it was overpriced. My friend had steak and couldn't finish it because it was too spicy. I chose Moya because it was supposed to be one of the best restaurants in Jim Thorpe. And looking back I wish we had just walked into the first restaurant we had seen after getting out of the car and tried that instead. I think we would have been much better off.
(3)Michael M.
Moya was a nice experience; however, it stopped short from being an excellent experience because of many of the reasons already listed here. The salads we ate (Mozzarella Salad & Arugala salad) were excellent; unfortunately, the entrees are sub-par with the same sides paired regardless of the meal. I had the Sweet & Sour Pork, which would've been good with rice or any other side but mashed potatoes. My fiancé had the Arctic Char, also paired with mashed potatoes, and drowned in a gelatinous sauce. We skipped dessert as we were put off by the entrees, and by that point had spent enough money. You should also be warned that if you are hoping to have a cocktail, all they serve is beer & wine. The ambience was nice enough, and the wait-staff were exceedingly pleasant. Unfortunately, it's the food that will keep us from dining here again.
(3)Meg T.
We came here on a recent trip (visiting family) to the area. We needed to get out of the house, and Moya was the only restaurant open on a Sunday night. OK atmosphere, OK service (a little slow at first but friendly), mediocre food. I had a salad that was overdressed and bland (although the cheese was good), and lamb shank with a too sweet sauce (the lamb was very tender). The veggies served with the entrees were all the same for every dish, and were just steamed and very plain. With entrees averaging $25-30 I would expect to see side items tailored to the main, and prepared a little more creatively. Unfortunately I have to say that Moya was not at all worth the price-- $90 for 2. We got a salad, 2 entrees, and a bottle of wine. With so many local farms and producers I would expect a lot more, and a lot better, for a lot less. They have a large wine and beer list, with a few organic and local wines, however again, the prices seem a little steep.
(2)Jen Q.
$72 for two adults. 2 salads and 2 entrees. No alcohol included in this price, we drank water. Tip not included in this price either. The food was better than the other restaurants in downtown JT. Not a whole lot better, but better. The atmosphere reminded me of being underwater. I think because the walls are painted an odd blue/green. This is one of those JT restaurants that also doubles as an art gallery so be prepared for large, abstract oils in your face (literally, huge paintings are hung right next to tables and loom large over dinner). Menu is small, stuff is good but prices are really outrageous. Seriously, this is still Carbon County- smack dab in the middle of the coal region. I can eat better food in NYC or Philly for a lot less.
(3)Isabella C.
My husband and I went to Jim Thorpe for the weekend during our recent trip to New York and were looking forward to trying this place since we had heard so many good things about it from my sister and her husband. We (8 people total) arrived very near closing time but the host were still cheerful and welcoming which is impressive considering the hour and the size of the group. This restaurant itself is beautiful and managed to be colorful, warm, elegant and comfortable all at the same time. Everything was spotless and beautifully restored. I especially loved the handmade ornaments (apparently the owner, who was the host is also an artist). All of our entrees were delicious and prepared excellently. The goat cheese and asparagus salad was especially good and the sauce on the shrimp dish which was spicy, creamy and much better than any of the meals we had in New York on our vacation. The green beans were flavorful and tender. We had three bottles from their extensive wine list. The wines are very reasonably priced and the recommendations of the host paired wonderfully with the food. I also recommend the special martinis. Yum. It was a wonderful evening. I would go back again and again.
(5)Melissa N.
We dined here on a recent weekend getaway to the area. It was recommended by the B&B owner. I was prepared for the "green beans and mashed potatoes with every meal" after reading reviews. With that said, I thought the sides went great with my grouper and crab meat that was absolutely delicious! My husband enjoyed his curry shrimp and obscure beer and I had a very large glass of wine. The only downside was the table next to us was quite close and the guy sitting there was really weird and I was tired of listening to their entire conversation. Overall an enjoyable meal.
(4)Tom S.
I've dined here twice on two separate visits to Jim Thorpe. Both times I found the overall experience to be above par. The wait staff is attentive yet not a pain in the butt. The dining room is colorfully decorated, but not obnoxiously so. The ingredients are of a high quality . But, (more so for my second visit) the fare is not really what I would call eclectic. Maybe for the borough of Jim Thorpe it can pass for eclectic but for me, as a resident of the sophisticated and cosmopolitan city of Scranton, (sarcasm) its pretty standard. But good! My first time at Moya I thoroughly enjoyed the steamed mussels in spicy tomato broth. Sadly this appetizer was not available for my second visit. Fresh bread baked daily onsite is really a treat, but farm fresh butter would be far more appropriate than mass-produced, pre-packaged, individually wrapped butter pats, especially with actual working dairy farms nearby. Sometimes little things make a difference. The seafood seemed very fresh for a small mountain town so far removed from a seaport. Kudos for that. Desserts were very good but who doesn't offer Tiramisu and New York cheesecake? Blood orange sorbet was a pleasant surprise. As for the price, I don't think this restaurant warrants a $$$ rating. I don't remember seeing an entree over $26. I've been to average chain restaurants that are priced higher. Yes, our bill for four people was just over $200, but we all had appetizers, dinners, desserts and a drinks. Several drinks. High-end drinks, mind you - not Miller Lite. Top shelf liquor and craft beers. One particular beer is sold at my local distributor for $118 per case, so i really don't think seven bucks a bottle is asking too much. So I say go to Moya and enjoy yourself in an upscale atmosphere that lacks any pretentiousness. I felt quite comfortable here, despite my humble background. The employees are really down-to-earth and friendly, and the owner makes a visit to your table to ensure your dining experience is positive.
(4)Lindsay T.
Loved the mussels and the asparagus salad. Reasonably priced and great food in Jim Thorpe
(4)Roger Y.
An interesting dining spot in a quirky, out-of-the-way town. Based on two visits, the kitchen understands vegetarian preferences; the wait staff is attentive without being obtrusive; the wine and beer lists are considerable (including local PA wineries, if that's okay with you, and NY State hard cider, which was plenty okay with me); the whole-grain bread was obviously fresh-baked that day or very nearly; and the gnocchi, which we've made a home, was a couple of cuts above the usual-- light and almost fluffy, the reason being (we learned) the addition of egg. We wish them plenty of business, and fair-minded reviews.
(5)Frances W.
Since it's been a while since the less positive Moya reviews, I was hoping that this restaurant would have improved by the time I visited Jim Thorpe this past July 4th weekend. Unfortunately, it had not improved a bit. The wait staff was glaringly inexperienced and seemed better suited to wait tables at Applebee's. I would have forgiven the poor service if the food was really good, but it was not. The beef tenderloin may have been good quality, but I couldn't tell because it was drowned in a very rich sauce that I quickly got tired of. I wish that the chef had let me taste more of the meat and less of the sauce. For dessert, I ordered the berry crumble. To my disappointment, it came out more like a pie. There was a hot berry mixture in a bowl with a disk of dough baked on top. I love crumbles because of, well, the crumbles! The dessert was still good, but if I had wanted pie, I would have ordered pie.
(2)Aday F.
I have been coming to Moya since it first opened, thank god it did! I secretly dream of leaving the city and working here... The staff is always pleasant and professional. The owners have always been super nice and you can tell they have poured their hearts ( and artwork) into this place. I have noticed acouple changes in the food, it seems some sauces are getting sweeter, but that seems to be the case outside of most cities. With that said, the food has always been stellar, fresh perfectly executed deliciousness. I look forward to each visit. If the quail is on the menu it is a must, along with the panko crusted goat cheese salad with asparagus and arugula. If they have the duo of lamb entree give that a shot. And don't miss out on dessert, always good. See you soon!
(5)Craig A.
Friend at work told me this place was great and it was considered Fine Dining. Let's first start out with the most important issue, THEY DON'T EVEN HAVE A BAR!!!!!!!!! So as soon as I walked in I was not happy. Then, the atmosphere is cheesy. They try and make it look like a high end N.Y. restaurant and they failed. The salad's were very good and probably the best part. My short ribs taste like pot roast I make in the slow cooker and the my other half ordered the crab cakes which are suppose to be their best meal. If that's the case, that is scary. I can name 5 places right off the bat that have 10 times better crab cakes. They were at best average. An older couple next to use were going to send one of their dinners back. As we listened, they also were not impressed with their meal. The Prices I don't complain about bc anytime you do fine dining your going to pay and you shouldn't bitch unless your a cheap ass. Overall, not impressed at all.
(1)Karen P.
This quaint restaurant on historic Race Street in Jim Thorpe is a prime example of the fact that food quality is not enough to compensate for bad service. The wait staff all seemed to be very inexperienced, mostly folks who seemed to lack even minimal training in the food service industry. I don't like to complain either and I don't like to cause a fuss. You would think, "Oh, they're probably just very busy.'" But the restaurant was not even a third full -- Very busy my butt! So what? We're all busy - well just get more and experienced staff so that you can cope with a reasonable number of customers. The decor is very bright and colorful and showcases a number of abstract paintings that work well within the context of the interior design and the overall atmosphere is pleasant. Our food reviews are generally positive, and my gang of four and I found the food to be relatively well prepared, though the gnocchi was a little on the mushy side. This is not an inexpensive meal - dinner for four came to a cool $160 sans any wine/liquor. If you're looking for a quaint, inexpensive relaxing evening - this place doesn't quite cut it. Perhaps they will be able to grow into something a little more casual, less expensive and less over-reaching.
(1)Sarah Z.
Just wanted dessert and coffee and they turned us away saying that we don't do that and the restaurant was totally empty at the time. So definitely not a very welcoming place.
(1)Eileen E.
Moya is consistently the best restaurant in our area. It is a chef-owned boutique restaurant in an art gallery of his wife's intense and colorful acton paintings. I have a bed and breakfast in Jim Thorpe called Hill Home Forge. My guests come to town already knowing that they want to eat at Moya. The chef is from Argentina, trained in Manhattan and Turkey, and services a Spanish (not Mexico, Spain) style menu with the sort of complex non-lettuce salads I had in Spain. An example--asparagus with panco crusted goat cheese and beets. My husband and I can eat there from $50-90 for two depending on what we order.
(5)v h.
Moya is an unexpected gem of a restaurant in Jim Thorpe. We walked in at 930p on a Fri night right before closing and they were welcoming. The decor is bold, modern, and unique, with paintings by the owner. She took risks with the colors, and they work well. The food was absolutely delicious - my date had the polenta appetizer and the sea scallop entree, both of which were spot on in flavors and textures. While my avocado salad was drowning a little in oil, all the ingredients themselves were fresh and ripe. I probably wouldn't get the chicken entree again though. We weren't too picky with the service, as we were just glad we made it before closing time. The owner made time to talk to us about her restaurant and art. It was a good meal to start the weekend with.
(4)Pauline P.
This place is spectacular! It has a very warm ambiance and I like the idea of the art that is on display for sale. For cocktails, I had the raspberry cosmo special which I enjoyed and my husband had an LIT, which was average. We each ordered appetizers, though his was better. He ordered the avocado salad which had a little too much dressing and cheese but the sliced almonds, perfectly ripe tomatoes and avocado made us wanting more. My Thai mussels were okay... once I finished the coconut milk semi spicy sauce, I ha ten take away the remaining half of mussels. Good thing because the beef short ribs were to die for. They were falling off the bone and I could cut it with my fork. My only regret was our hotel did not have a fridge for me to enjoy leftovers. My husband ordered seared tuna, which was okay. We ordered pan- seared and they were almost cooked through but did not make a comment to the server. The wasabi sauce had the best kick we have ever tasted, even a little too spicy for my spicy tastebuds. Both entrees came with perfectly mashed garlic potatoes and just the right amount of crunch bright green beans. We ordered a bottle of meritage with our meal and were happy there was a corking option for us to finish later. The taste was a little too berry for my liking, but we still opened it up the next day for consumption. The dark chocolate sorbet gelato was finished as quickly as my husband could appropriately spoon the 3 scoops into his mouth. We had an 8pm reservation and ended up being the last table and never felt rushed to leave. Overall, a great experience.
(4)John L.
We visit Jim Thorpe a couple of times a year. During our first visit to Jim Thorpe in 2004, we found the Black Bread Cafe. A great restaurant at that time. But over the succeeding years it had changed ownership and had become a less than enjoyable experience the last time we ate there in early 2009. It has subsequently closed. Fortunately we found Moya for subsequent trips. Now Moya has become one of our traditions whenever we are in town for vacation or a show. The staff has been accommodating and attentive on all of our visits. On our last visit, the one that prompted this review, our service was great and the food, fantastic. What you notice with your meal is the flavor. Flavor is everywhere, even in the sides. I'm not big on cauliflower. But my side of cauliflower and carrots was so good that I finished it off. My meal was a coconut milk, curry, ginger shrimp dish that was out of this world. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the flavor was outstanding. I think I shed a tear when the last of the sauce was gone from my plate. Our meals were so good, that neither my wife nor I were readily willing to share our selections with each other. (She had the tuna and it too was perfectly cooked and flavored/seasoned well.) They have a nice beer selection with a few beers on the list that I had never had before. Their wine list looked like it had nice variety as well. In my book this is a great restaurant that you should try if you like stimulating food.
(5)Tom C.
Not sure how long this place has been around, but we got the impression it was pretty new, judging not just by the fresh, bright and modern decor, but also by the startlingly bad dining room operation. Jim Thorpe is a small town that seems to be attracting more and more weekenders from NYC, NJ and Philly. It seems like Moya is targeting them directly with a nicely decorated dining room and $25 plates. (Like so much of Jim Thorpe, new businesses shoehorn themselves into historic buildings, often to amazing results.) On our Saturday night visit, the hostess was a bit frantic, even though the place was only 1/2 full. She was scolding a waitress when we approached her station. (I suspect the hostess was either the owner or manager of the place.) She had to apologize more than once to a table next to us who kept having their orders mangled (for both starters and mains). The timing was off pretty badly also, as water and coffee both took far too long to arrive, On the other hand, the food was pretty good. Perhaps we should have known better than to order seafood in the mountains, but both the salmon and the tuna were decent. Not spectacular, but the chef's heart is in the right place. Higher quality ingredients would probably help, though I'm not sure if they have trouble getting them in JT. All in all, a charming little place that's going through some teething pains but has promise. The prices are higher than they should be for what's being served and where this place is located.
(3)cj e.
Having read various reviews and receiving personal recommendations from friends, I decided to try this unique little restautant in Jim Thorpe. The color scheme and abstract art were different, but engaging. The service staff could not have been more congenial and on top of their jobs. With the first reservations of the evening, we expected a litle wait for the food as they ramped up. Not so, our first course was served within five minutes of placing the order. Each subsequent course was immediately served after the previous. The qualitiy of the food and the uniqueness of this cuisine make this a "must stop" in JT. We just couldn't have been more pleased. Again, the staff was so personally engaging it made the evening a perfect experience. I'd give them 6 stars if I could.
(5)miss l.
this is the reason i come to Upstate Pennsylvania :) i love this restaurant more than all my favourite places in NYC and philly combined! i always leave so very full and happy, i can never wait to come back!! the atmosphere is gorgeous and comfortable. i feel right at home here. never want to leave :) the food is to die for. i recommend anything and everything on the menu, and i can't say this anywhere else! (look at my other reviews, i'm harsh) my favourites are the mozzarella salad (with a remesco that is OUT OF THIS WORLD) and the apple salad, and the house salad (which may change from time to time). i highly recommend the pork entree which has a goregous prune glaze, once you try this pork you'll be hooked!! ALSO if you don't like broccoli, moya will make you realise how much you love it... they way it's prepared here is wonderful. also, they hold my all time favourite creme brulee!! which is very exciting. i HIGHLY recommend this to everyone passing through this beautiful area... and if you've never been to Jim Thorpe... THIS RESTAURANT IS THE REASON YOU SHOULD GO... it is to die for!!! if you go on the weekend, i recommend a reservation :) ENJOY!
(5)David W.
I certainly wish I had read the reviews before we went. The place looked intriguing from outside but was closed for vacation the first time we saw it. Unfortunately it had looked neat enough that when we were to be in Jim Thorpe again a couple of weeks later we did go. Pretty much as everybody else has said - big city prices for mediocre food. Everybody gets the same sides. Garlic mashed potatoes and green beans are not appropriate for everything. Beef short ribs while tender had a strange flavor. Bread was worse than mediocre.
(2)Michael M.
What at first looked promising, was lackluster. Still, in a desert a dried up flower looks pretty. Extra star for being open, in the bubble, and with a decent wine list. minus a star for serving the same side dishes with EVERYTHING. Come on now, you can't charge $30+ a plate and not pair things. If you want to do that - cut the prices down 40% they might have something going on. I didn't get the impression that the serving staff had it together, but that could be the fault of the manager and cooking staff giving them the info they need. I had the beef ribs, they tasted ok - but could definitely have been better paired with something else. It's on Race St so probably playing to the out of town city crowd again with city prices. That's great - but the food needs to match that. Need to check out Flow next visit.
(2)Richard L.
Everything is tasty but when the main course came the whole experience turned up side down. The shrimp in the linguini smell and taste like urinate. The owner have bad attitude toward us and talked to us like we r trouble maker. Awful attitude!
(1)Meredith K.
Excellent! I always opt for the goat cheese and asparagus salad as a starter and that alone could fill me up. I have had a lot of different things here, but on special, the monkfish was amazing (please bring back!) and the rack of lamb the best I've ever had - hands down. In the summer, the sangria is great, but their drink list is very extensive and offers unique options. Nice intimate space and for the area, is a nice change from typical bar food.
(5)Mandy H.
My bf and I stayed in Jim Thorpe for the weekend and I checked out some places to have dinner around where we were staying beforehand. Moya seemed to be the place to go. The restaurant was decorated very colorfully with original abstract paintings hanging on the walls that you could purchase. There was actually a painting hanging dangerously close to our table, which made me nervous with my big glass of red wine. Luckily nothing was spilled and I didn't have to buy a $4300 painting on top of dinner. The tables and chairs were very modern with each table hosting a variation of white and black chairs to each table. I was disappointed with the music that was being played though. With the eclectic, modern color design to the restaurant, I found the music a little too mellow and boring. It was kind of putting me to sleep, especially since there were only about 4 tables of people full. It made me feel like I had to whisper when I was talking for fear of being to loud and echo-y. However, this might have been since it is the winter season and there aren't too many people out and about on a snowy Saturday in Jim Thorpe. After a wine tasting the night before, which lead to a lot of wine drinking afterwards, we were both a little wined out. This was unfortunate, as it seemed in all of Jim Thorpe, when you get a glass of wine, they fill it to the brim. So it's definitely worth the $6 or whatever it costs to get the glass rather than the bottle because you're really getting 2 glasses worth or half a bottle for $6. Since we were both kind of tired and not super hungry, I think this made a difference in our experience at Moya. I did end up getting one glass of wine just because it was such a good deal, but I couldn't try too much out of their extensive wine menu. We didn't order an appetizer, but the bread we had while waiting was really delicious and fresh tasting. I ordered the shrimp which came in a spicy coconut curry sauce ($26) and a side of mashed potatoes and green beans. I'm always down for green beans and mashed potatoes, but I felt like the mashed potatoes did not go with the shrimp in a curry sauce. My boyfriend had the duck ($32) which was glazed in sauce that was a little too sweet. His also came with the green beans and mashed potatoes, which I think seemed a little more logical. Overall, the food was ok. The big glasses of wine, the fresh baked bread, and the sides were very good, but I was underwhelmed with the entrees. Our bill came to around $90 with the tip for two people for 2 entrees, 1 glass of wine and 2 coffees. I was a little surprised it was so expensive. That being said, if you are in Jim Thorpe during their winter season and looking for upscale place to have dinner, Moya is a good choice.
(2)Laura P.
I visited Jim Thorpe, PA for my friend's bachelorette party. We were so amazed to find this restaurant on a whim. We felt like we were still in NYC because the food was so good and the service was excellent. The crab ravioli and scallops were delicious! The peanut butter ice cream is a must. Moya rocked our socks.
(5)Alicia Q.
Favorite restaurant in Jim Thorpe and one of top restaurants in the Pocono Mountains! Menu features fresh choices, artfully plated. Asparagus salad with goat cheese is my favorite starter... But be warned it's filling. Service is one of the best in the Pocono Mountains. Massive beer list... Tangerine is refreshing if you've just spent the day in the Lehigh Gorge. Chef owned. Art pieces are the Mrs... Bright, fun, great ambiance. Reservations recommended as it is small room.
(5)Jean N.
We very much enjoyed our early dinner on a Monday night (quiet, no reservation was no problem in early fall). Service was fast and friendly. I had lentil soup (large bowl, a bit bland, but a slosh of DH's cream stout fixed that) and the appetizer almond crusted eggplant stuffed with cheese for my entree (huge, delicious, and plenty for my dinner; I actually just now ate the leftovers for lunch) -- for a total of $19, so you don't have to spend a lot to have a lovely and delicious meal. Now if you get an appetizer and a full entree (most started at around @25) plus have an alcoholic beverage you will obviously spend more (the pint bottle of delicious organic St. Peter's (I think) cream stout was only $6.95, quite affordable and delicious). DH's avocado salad and fresh pasta dish (said it was the best fresh pasta he'd ever had) were both wonderful as well. Not giving 5 stars only because the wait staff, though friendly and polite, were a bit unpolished about providing needed utensils (no soup spoon with soup, no spoon with the well-sauced eggplant or pasta, no fresh teaspoon with coffee). We'll be back.
(4)Art S.
Went to Moya's to celebrate our wedding anniversary this past weekend. After 27 years of marriage we have had some very nice celebrations over the years but none as nice as Moya's. Made reservations (a must for a Saturday night) and arrived about 15 minutes early and were promptly seated. Waiter was friendly, professional and very attentive considering how busy they were. Pleasantly surprised at the extensive wine list and even more surprised that they had our favorite champagne which made choosing very easy. Deciding on what to eat was more of a challenge but for our first course we went with the Summer Corn salad and the Goat Cheese with Asparagus. As we always do, we shared. The summer corn salad was light and fresh and the Goat cheese with asparagus was a flavor/textural explosion in my mouth. For our main course we went with one of the specials, pan seared scallops, and also tried the home made Fusilli. We were not disappointed. I have had scallops plenty of times in the past but none have tasted as fantastic as these. Perfectly seared on the outside and oh so tender on the inside. The fusilli with Lump Crab and tomatoes in a cream sauce was equally enjoyable. Had to take some of the fusilli home with us so there would be room for desert. Finished the evening with some Crème Brule and lemon gelato. The perfect ending to a perfect meal. Can't wait to go back and try some of the other items on the menu.
(5)Amanda E.
I wrestled with stars for this restaurant - like Flow, if it was located in another, more urban city center, there would be a lower rating. As it is an oasis in what is otherwise a pretty lowkey town, Moya makes for a nice evening out. I'd give it ***3.5*** We started with two salads that could easily have served four. The Goat Cheese and Asparagus salad was super refreshing. A nice round of reportedly local Goat Cheese crowned the baby greens (rocket) and sliced beets. I was expecting more asparagus given the salad's name, but there was more than enough. The Prosciutto and Baby Spinach was a sight. A heaping mound of greens were covered with what looked like a helmet of prosciutto. Talk about generous servings again in JT. On to our mains, I had pork envy from Flow the night before so opted for the pork shank. Equally tender and delicious. Franky N. attached the special of baby veal chops. Also prepared very well. As others mentioned, it was strange having the same sides for every single meal - whether meat, seared tuna or otherwise - redskin mashed potatoes and green beans. I guess there's something to be said for efficiency and managing inventory at an otherwise quiet town... Great wine selection with reasonable prices. It's worth it to get a bottle and take home any leftovers when single glasses run around $10.
(4)andrea p.
Overpriced cuz I guess they feel they can because there aren't many choices for upscale restaurants in Jim Thorpe...every single dinner on the very limited menu had the same exact side dishes. Maybe we went on an "off" time of year but the whole vibe there was kinda dead
(2)Elizabeth R.
From NYC to Poconos for my birthday. We did a bike ride tour in the neighborhood and went looking for a nice place to have a Bday dinner, that wasn't a Pub, in this beautiful small town. After standing outside of the empty Moya and peeking into the window, we decided to pop in. The maitured immediately looked at us and said "lets see if i can find seating for you" - there were maybe 2 couples in the entire establishment! Proceeded with "you're in luck! i think i can seat you"....Bitch! Anyway- we sat, ate- food was okay. It was 6 of us and we all ordered something different. Service was okay. Mussels, and pork were good; crab cake (was dry) and ravioli not so much We wanted a bday dessert but the dessert selection kinda sucked. No candle blowing for me. :-( Bleh! Overall, I'm still happy we went here because again, all the other restaurants were Pubs, sportybar and loud. This place was pleasant, quiet and appropriate for the occasion.
(3)Stacey M.
I have to agree with the other reviewers: Mediocre food at city prices. The ambience gives off a great first impression, however the more we got into our meal, the less and less impressed we were. At first glance, the menu looked great. But to learn that every meal was paired with the same sides (potatoes & green beans) was a shock--especially while you're looking at the price tag for the dishes! Charging $25-$30 for a dish that doesn't even come with specific pairings? Now, though, when it came to our first course, both my husband and I really enjoyed our salads. The Goat Cheese & Asparagus Salad was bangin' and the Avocado Salad, though rich, was quite delicious. For our main courses, I ordered the Lamb Shank, which was very tender but the apricot sauce was much too sweet. My husband ordered the Rib Eye, which was prepared plain (if it was marinated in something, the menu did not inform us). The steak was fine for what it was, but not the most flavorful or amazing steak ever. A little dab of bleu cheese or even a subtle garlic butter sauce would have enhanced the dish. Again, to re-iterate, each dish was served with the same sides. The potatoes and green beans were fine, but not very interesting. I could easily make these at home myself. The lack of side pairing also alludes to the lack of thought that must go into each dish.... Where are we.... Applebee's? Olive Garden? There were a few other small (very tiny, but easily fixable) details that came to our attention. None of the following would make-or-break the place, but these are small things that detract from the experience that, it seems, they'd like to portray. The bread that was served was very good, however the fact that it was served with butter packets (as opposed to a butter dish) felt very diner-y. Then to glance over and notice the Salt & Pepper shakers sitting at the edge of the table, made it feel even more like a diner. Much like the butter packets, our espresso was served with a cup full of sweetener packets. There's that diner-feeling again.... ADVICE: Don't readily offer people these small types of choices! Give everyone a lump of sugar, as to suggest that "If you like your espresso a little sweet, this is the way it should be enjoyed. This is what we recommend." Of course, keep some of those other items (like Equal or whatever) in the back, should someone request them, but don't readily offer them at the table! It's okay if someone asks for salt & pepper to be brought to their table, however it shouldn't be sitting at arms length, suggesting use. (It also suggests that the restaurant is saying, "We're not sure if we season our dishes quite right, so if you think your food needs more salt, please add it yourself.") When it comes down to it, when people decide that they'd like to spend a little more money on a good meal, they're looking for a different & special experience from their normal, everyday meals. Don't offer things that we, normal folk, could easily make ourselves (::cough cough:: potatoes & green beans). We're not looking for the same choices we'd expect to see in the grocery store. We want to be told what's good. We want to be told how our food should be enjoyed. People are willing to use a sugar lump instead of Sweet'N Low *just this once* if that's what you, the food experts, suggest. All in all, it was fine, but not what we had hoped. And not worth the price tag. If we visit Jim Thorpe again, we won't be returning to Moya.
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