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Cork Bar and Restaurant

463 Madison St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705-1713
570-270-3818
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Ranked #5 of 170 restaurants in Wilkes-Barre
Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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- 17 May 2013
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Plains, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I have lived in Plains, PA my whole life and have driven past this location numerous of times. When Cork first opened I would ponder to think of how the food was or it doesn't look to big how can it be a restaurant. Well my wife and I decided to stop there last Saturday. I was quite taken back... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013 via mobile

I had always heard good things about cork so we decided to give it a try on a special occasion. Drinks and appetizer was good but the entrees were another story. They took about 45 minutes to come out and were just gross. My husband got a seafood dish that was tiny for the price and was overstuffed with cheese.... More

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Pittston, Pennsylvania
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

the chef is the best in the valley. the vegetable risotto was outstanding. my steak was perfect. I would definatly go back their to eat again. I'm going to bring the rest of my family back to eat their again. Thank you for the wonderfull experience. Keep up the good work. I'ts nice not to have to go out of... More

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Wilkes-Barre, PA
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13 reviews 13 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

I can't believe I live only a few miles from this place and haven't tried it until recently! We decided to try Cork because of the good reviews here on TA. I e-mailed Ruth (owner) the night before we needed our reservations thinking that we would never get a response - But to our suprise, bright and early the next... More

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Bethel, Connecticut
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

We found ourselves in Wilkes-Barre for an overnight stay and decided to give Cork a try based on Trip Advisor recommendations. It's out of the way - in the middle of a residential area - but what appeared to be a quiet corner bar turned out to be a lively place. To be honest, the food was nothing special, and... More

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Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2013

A business associate was visiting WIlkes Barre and I needed a fabulous restaurant. Cork's was my first choice for the elegant, relaxing atmosphere and I knew they have a great wine selection. We ordered the stuffed olives which are sinfully rich and tasty. The service was cordial and friendly, and the entrees were prepared to perfection. My Harrisburg colleague told... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

I come to Wilkes Barre often for business and never visit without going to Cork. The atmosphere is perfect for a large group, quiet date night with your love or to just relax at the bar by yourself. It is homey, yet elegant and you feel like you are in a local NY bar in the middle of residential Wilkes... More

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Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
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11 restaurant reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

I really like Cork, and I will venture here every once in a while when I want some upscale food. It is in a weird part of Wilkes-Barre and easy to miss, but it's worth the drive. 90% of the time my meal is amazing, unique, and delicious - but there have been a few visits where the food was... More

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richmond, va
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52 reviews 52 reviews
33 restaurant reviews
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2012

From the outside, and from the first step inside, it looks like a little, dark, neighborhood bar. Upstairs, in the dining room, it is airy and quiet...lovely. Wine list is a bit limited, but enough to choose and the prices are fair. Starters...minestrone got a rave review and the ginger steamed clams were spectacular!! Sweet potato ravioli was delicious, and... More

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Mountain Top, Pennsylvania
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7 restaurant reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2012

My husband and I dined at Cork for restaurant week. It was our first time and we will definitely be going back. Everything we ordered was fresh and well prepared. The New York Srtip steak was melt in your mouth delicious. Although it doesn't look like much from the outside the inside is beautiful with one of the nicest bars... More

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