This was our first time at Ten Penny. We liked the rustic atmosphere and decor of TP. We made reservations for 5 because we were going to see CATS at the Benedum at 8. We arrived at 4:45 and were surprised to see the restaurant empty except for 3 guys at the bar. We were told the restaurant didn't start serving dinner until 5, so we had a drink at the bar.
The hostess came and got us promptly at 5. We were seated at a booth with super comfy couches which was by the window looking out onto 10th Street. Our waiter didn't have much of a personality but he was efficient.
As an appetizer, we ordered the Margherita flatbread, which was delicious. I ordered the seared sea scallops with butternut squash risotto and my husband ordered the stuffed chicken breast.
The dinners arrived in a reasonable time. My scallops were perfect and the risotto was to die for. However, they gave me a ton of risotto. I would have preferred to have less risotto along with some sort of vegetable like asparagus, but it was overall a yummy meal. My husband loved his chicken and ended up finishing my risotto. Our waiter did come back and check on is several times despite taking on more tables.
For dessert we shared the peanut butter cookie. It was made & served in a mini cast iron skillet and topped with our choice of ice cream. We chose vanilla. The cookie was warm and moist...delicious!
Our overall experience was wonderful. Great food, service, and atmosphere. Would definitely go again! Highly recommend to anyone who wants a good dinner before a show in the cultural district.