Fava – Mediterranean
Fava captures the sun-drenched spirit of the Mediterranean, where the lively clinking of glasses accompanies a parade of vibrant, sea-inspired small plates in a sophisticated yet welcoming setting. Guests linger over tender charred octopus and golden Roman-style artichokes, while the creamy decadence of the daily burrata and crisp frittura mista bring the bright, salt-kissed flavors of the coast directly to the table. This is a space where the art of sharing is elevated, turning every meal into a textured journey through fresh seafood and rustic, soulful traditions.
1102 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills PA 19342 https://favaglenmills.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Fava
Dairy-Free at Fava
Fava in Glen Mills has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roman Style Artichokes, Mixed Vegetable Medley and Mixed Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Fava
Fava in Glen Mills has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roman Style Artichokes, Mixed Vegetable Medley and Mixed Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Fava
Fava in Glen Mills has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Vegetable Medley, Cheesecake and Frittura Mista. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Fava
Fava in Glen Mills has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Filet Mignon, Shrimp Cocktail and House-Cut French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Fava
Fava in Glen Mills has 7 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Asparagus, Raw Oysters (6) and House-Cut French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Fava
Fava in Glen Mills has 9 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Asparagus, Shrimp Cocktail and Raw Oysters (6). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Fava
Fava in Glen Mills has 4 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raw Oysters (6), Brussels Sprouts and Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Fava
Fava in Glen Mills has 13 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roman Style Artichokes, Mixed Vegetable Medley and Mixed Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Fava
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Balsamic Chicken Salad | 25.7 g | 84.1 g |
| Pear & Prosciutto Salad | 37.6 g | 48.6 g |
| Wagyu Burger | 26 g | 38.7 g |
| Chicken San Gabriel | 30.9 g | 35.9 g |
| Jumbo Lump Crab Cake | 22.6 g | 28.5 g |
| Glazed String Beans | 16.2 g | 27.7 g |
| Chocolate & Salted Caramel Budino | 48.4 g | 25.4 g |
| Veal Marsala | 0.1 g | 22.5 g |
| Shrimp Cocktail | 11 g | 21 g |
| Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli | 33.6 g | 18 g |
| House-Cut French Fries | 1.2 g | 17.8 g |
| Penne Campagnola | 42 g | 17.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the perfectly cooked meals and satisfying portions, frequently highlighting how the menu consistently delivers an impressive dining experience. Reviewers praise the accommodating and knowledgeable service, noting that the staff’s expertise adds a personal touch to every visit. The memorable ambiance is often cited as a standout feature, creating a welcoming environment that diners find truly special.
Menu
Appetizers
- Shrimp Cocktail - $5: Jumbo shrimp cocktail, salsa rosa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- New Zealand Mussels - $15: White wine marinara broth, garlic, Calabrian pepper Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata of the Day - $20: Seasonal preparation Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Zucchini - $14: Battered zucchini, hot pepper aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roman Style Artichokes - $18: Sautéed spinach, white wine lemon sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cake - $23: Roasted red pepper coulis, basil aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frittura Mista - $18: Crispy fried calamari, shrimp, zucchini, pickled pepper aïoli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs - $16: Beef & pork meatballs, San Marzano tomato, lemon thyme ricotta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Littleneck Clams - $16: Sautéed, Applewood smoked bacon, garlic white wine lemon, red pepper flakes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Spanish Octopus - $19: Warm cannellini bean salad, red onion caper salad, EVOO Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Raw Oysters (6) - $6: Raspberry mignonette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salads
- Mixed Greens - $12: Field greens, shaved fennel, carrots, cherry tomato, cucumber, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $14: Romaine hearts, shaved Grana Padano, focaccia crostini Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pear & Prosciutto Salad - $18: Red wine poached Bosc pears, prosciutto, mixed greens, gorgonzola vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Balsamic Chicken Salad - $22: Grilled balsamic chicken, mixed greens, strawberries, goat cheese, candied pecans, honey-balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day: Daily selection Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta & Risotto
- Gnocchi Boscaiola - $28: Kennett Square mushrooms, mild Italian sausage, lemon thyme ricotta sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne Campagnola - $27: Sweet sausage, fire-roasted peppers, mushrooms, tomato demi Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettucine & Maine Lobster - $52: 1/2 2lbs Maine lobster, peas, Saffron cream sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti & Meatballs - $24: Beef & pork meatballs, San Marzano tomato, lemon-thyme ricotta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli - $27: Aurora sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Vodka - $25: Prosciutto, spring peas, vodka cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Alexis Bourbon Salmon - $34: Lemon blossom honey ginger glaze, vegetable & potato of the day Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Branzino & Jumbo Shrimp - $36: Lemon caper chardonnay sauce, vegetable & potato of the day Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken San Gabriel - $32: Mushrooms, asparagus, sun-dried tomato, mozzarella, white wine marinara, whipped mascarpone Yukon Gold potato Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana - $32: Pan-fried cutlet, San Marzano tomato, melted mozzarella, pasta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $55: Chianti demi-glace, vegetable & potato of the day Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner
- Grilled Marinated Lamb Chops - $56: Pomegranate demi reduction, vegetable & potato of the day Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Muscovy Duck - $42: Citrus demi-glace, vegetable & potato of the day Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Marsala - $38: Sautéed Kennett Square mushrooms, marsala demi, vegetable & potato of the day Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wagyu Burger - $18: Thick-cut bacon, melted Gorgonzola, caramelized onion relish Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Accompaniments
- Roasted Potatoes - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Whipped Mascarpone Yukon Gold Potatoes - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- House-Cut French Fries - $9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli Rabe - $13: Sautéed, garlic & oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Glazed String Beans - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Asparagus - $18 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $14: Thick-cut bacon, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Vegetable Medley - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Bananas Foster - $15: Tableside flambé, Banana Liqueur, Dark Rum Flambé, Vanilla Gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chef’s Flambé - $18: Chef’s choice of ripe seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Chocolate & Salted Caramel Budino - $13 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cheesecake - $14: Wild berry compote, creme anglaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tiramisu - $12: Espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, cocoa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ricotta & Chocolate Chip Cannoli - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Affogato Ubriaco - $16: Vanilla gelato drowned in hot Napoli espresso, splash of Frangelico Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sorbetto & Gelato - $12: Traditional & seasonal selections Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Fava Old Fashioned - $16: Redemption Rye, Angostura bitters & turbinado syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- New York Sour - $16: Old Forester Bourbon, lemon, turbinado syrup, albumen & Montepulciano float
- Espresso Martini - $16: Boardroom Vanilla Vodka, espresso & turbinado syrup
- Levante 'Cloudy & Cumbersome' Draft - $7: New England IPA Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Blue Moon Draft - $7: Belgian Wheat
- Peroni Bottle - $7: Lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Prosecco, Acinum, Veneto, IT (Glass) - $15: Sparkling wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Pinot Grigio, Spinelli Estate, Abruzzi, IT (Glass) - $13: White wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Chianti, Badia al Colle, Tuscany, IT (Glass) - $13: Red wine Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Fava
- Is Fava dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Fava has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Roman Style Artichokes, Mixed Vegetable Medley and Mixed Greens.
- What can I eat at Fava on a dairy-free diet?
- Roman Style Artichokes, Mixed Vegetable Medley and Mixed Greens carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Fava have vegan options?
- Yes. 13 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Roman Style Artichokes and Mixed Vegetable Medley.
- Is Fava gluten-free?
- 10 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Fava?
- Balsamic Chicken Salad, at roughly 84.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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