Location: Kennett Square
Top Things to do in Kennett Square
What to do and see in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania (PA): The Best Things to do Good for Couples
Kennett Square is a borough in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is known as the Mushroom Capital of the World because mushroom farming in the region produces over a million pounds of mushrooms a day. To celebrate this heritage, Kennett Square has an annual Mushroom Festival, where the town shuts down to have a parade, tour mushroom farms, and buy and sell food and other goods. It is also home to the corporate headquarters of Genesis HealthCare which administers elderly care facilities. The local high school is Kennett High School. Its population was 6,072 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Kennett Square
1. Longwood Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,300 reviews
In 1906, industrialist Pierre du Pont (1870-1954) purchased a small farm near Kennett Square, PA, to save a collection of historic trees from being sold for lumber. Today, Longwood Gardens is one of the world’s great horticultural displays, encompassing 1,077 acres of dazzling gardens, woodlands, meadows, fountains, 10,010-pipe Aeolian organ and 4.5-acre conservatory. Longwood continues the mission set forth by Mr. du Pont to inspire people through excellence in garden design, horticulture, education and the performing arts, through programming that includes exhibitions, musical performances by leading artists, renowned horticulture education programs, horticulture research, environmental stewardship and community engagement.
Reviewed By patripper - State College, United States
Though May is somewhat of an in-between time, Longwood never disappoints. The indoor conservatory is always "in bloom"with different plants and flowers every season. The fountains are fun to watch...the gift shop is lovely (though a bit expensive)...and the restaurants are always good - mushroom soup to die for.
2. The Woodlands at Phillips
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 67 reviews
The Woodlands at Phillips is the retail store for Phillips Mushroom farms. We are in the restored family farmhouse dating back to 1828 offering a large variety of Phillips fresh mushrooms and "everything mushroom". Follow the path of mushrooms to our FREE Mushroom Growing Exhibit and Museum open year round. Check out our website and join our monthly newsletter. We also have an online store on our website.
Reviewed By CAMNYC1 - Wayne, United States
This was a really fun spur of the moment afternoon. Really interesting to see how mushrooms grow and learn about the history of Kennett Square mushrooms and especially the Phillips family. Gift shop is interesting and has unique gifts. It was wonderful to purchase a variety of fresh mushrooms to take back to New York! Staff was exceptionally helpful and nice. Definitely a stop to make time to visit! Would go back when visiting near Philly to get freshest mushrooms.
3. Taste Kennett Food Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 84 reviews
Taste Kennett Food Tours offer three-hour walking food tours of Kennett Square on Sundays at 1pm. Discover our town's diverse cuisine offerings through sweet and savory food samples at six restaurants, one craft brewery and one winery tasting room owned by proud members of our community. Tours are $49/person and include tastings, chef demonstrations, the opportunity to chat with chefs and/or owners, and a guided walking tour of our historical town. A very fun and unique way to discover Kennett Square!
4. The Mushroom Cap
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
The Mushroom Cap featuring Fresh Mushrooms, Gourmet Mushroom Food Products, Gifts, Souvenirs, Collectibles and more.......See the original mushroom museum pieces from Phillips Mushroom Museum and/or watch a 13 minute video about the mushroom industry, Is Kennett Square really the Mushroom Capital of the World? Mushroom Festival Headquarters is here too! We eat, live and breathe mushrooms here and have fun all the while...........Tasting Snack 'n Shrooms(R) (a product developed at The Mushroom Cap) or Black Truffle w/ Olive Oil or Porcini & Rosemary flavored potato chips is a must.................Anyone for mushroom mustard? We are a stop on the Taste Kennett Food Tours on Sundays (beginning April 19th this year) too. Almost forgot to mention......The best kept secret "under" The Mushroom Cap is The Growing Tree Toy Shop. Hope to see you soon!
5. Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By RJames1950 - Glen Mills, United States
A nice afternoon in February. A happy an lively crowd. Wines were very good as usual. The Chardonnay is particularly delicious. Limited food but they permit you to bring your own. Wonderful place to spend your time
6. Kennett Flash
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By bluejay377 - Havre de Grace, United States
A very intimate setting that is comparable to enjoying a performance in your living room. This was our first time here, so this is our takeaway. First, Kennett Square is a small town with a huge one way street "complex" so navigating around was like navigating a maze. The venue is located in an alleyway off of a main street so it's easy to miss. We weren't sure of parking so we simply found a side street and parked along it. Kennett is a very safe town so there should not be any issues. This is a BYOB place for beer and wine only. No hard liquor is permitted. They did apparently serve pizza but it was on a cash only basis. It was rather comical to see people humping small coolers into the performance. In side there were long tables which ran perpendicular to the stage. Seats were equivalent to ones you would find at a church banquet, functional but not really comfortable. I was expecting a rather mediocre lighting and sound system. I must say I was very pleased with both the lighting and the sound. We went to see the incomparable, Steve Forbert. He seemed to be unhappy at times with the sound, but we would never have noticed an issue. It was that good. Kennett Flash is a not for profit organization focusing on bringing talent to the small community. Kudos for this organization and all their efforts. Having Steve Forbert perform is evidence that all their hard work and dedication pays off. This was, by far, one of the best concert experiences we have ever had. Such an intimate atmosphere without all the drama of a large crowd and fighting for viewing space. Steve played for almost an hour and 45 minutes, then came downstairs to sign and take pictures with the fans. He is an American treasure and as humble and as caring an individual as you will ever find. He treated each and every fan with respect and courtesy. A remarkable performer whom I hope more people are lucky enough to see sometime. We all need to support venues like this. We will definitely go back here in the future. From the top down, the staff and volunteers made us feel incredibly welcomed. You need to experience this place! Make sure you come with cash as they appear not to take cards any where on site.
